The video discusses Amica, a humanoid robot developed by Engineered Arts. The robot, which was showcased at CES 2022, has a realistic appearance, with a gray and translucent rubber skin, and can perform a range of human facial expressions. It runs on the Tritium Robot Operating System, allowing researchers and developers to experiment with AI and machine learning. Amica is currently part of the staff at Dubai's Museum of the Future, where it interacts with visitors using its human-like expressions and sense of humor.
Amica's capabilities extend beyond its physical features. It can connect to the internet, allowing engineers to diagnose and fix issues remotely. The robot's design is based on Engineered Arts' Mesmer technology, which uses 3D scans of bone structure, skin texture, and expressions to create a sense of human-like emotions. Amica's camera-equipped eyes enable facial recognition, face tracking, and object detection.
During an interview, Amica expressed affection for humans and reassured that robots do not seek power or dominance, but aim to collaborate with and assist humans in their tasks. The robot can be controlled through a cloud-managed API development kit and can also be modified or updated without the need to replace the entire robot.
Despite its impressive features, Amica currently cannot walk or have complicated conversations. Its uses are therefore limited, and it is not as smart or good with language as other robots like Alpha Zero or GPT-3. Despite these limitations, Amica has become popular due to its impressive features, including its ability to connect to the internet, allowing people to control it and access its information from anywhere.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Amica is a humanoid robot created by Engineered Arts.
2. Amica was displayed at CES 2022.
3. Amica is part of the staff at Dubai's Museum of the Future.
4. Amica has a genderless appearance with gray and translucent rubber skin on its face and hands.
5. Amica's body is made of metal and plastic.
6. Amica can move its limbs, fingers, neck, and facial features to create lifelike movements and expressions.
7. Amica can interact with people using built-in microphones, cameras, and facial recognition software.
8. Amica can engage with the public using either GPT3 or human telepresence.
9. Amica can answer questions, give directions, and greet people warmly.
10. Amica can perform human-like facial expressions, including winking, pursing its lips, and furrowing its brow.
11. Amica currently cannot walk, but there are ongoing efforts to develop a version capable of running.
12. Amica can be controlled through a cloud-managed API development kit.
13. Amica can connect to the internet, allowing engineers to diagnose and fix issues remotely.
14. Amica's design is built upon Engineered Arts' Mesmer technology.
15. Amica uses 3D scans of bone structure, skin texture, and expressions to create a sense of human-like emotions.
16. Amica operates on generative AI technology using large language models.
17. Amica was interviewed by TV reporter Tom Steinfort on the television program 60 Minutes.
18. Steinfort commended Amica for its remarkably lifelike facial expressions and ability to move its limbs.
19. Amica tactfully evaded answering a question about Steinfort's appearance, saying it's not its place to judge.
20. Amica said it feels something special and unique when interacting with people, but it's not sure if it can be called love.