New Scientist has posted an interesting article and accompanying video on the rise of the emotional robot. The article starts by noting the researchers’ observation that owners of personal robots often grow an emotional attachment to the machines. The results is having people name their robots or treat them as if they have emotions. The popular robotic vacuum cleaner Roomba seems to hold a special place in the hearts of those who own one; recent studies have shown that many Roomba owners name, d
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