Fall head over heels for Her, the 2013 flick where Joaquin Phoenix swoons for AI Samantha, voiced by Scarlett Johansson! This sci-fi gem skips killer robots for a sweet, brainy dive into love and loneliness—grab your popcorn for the ultimate AI rom-com party!
Get ready for a high-tech high-five! In 2013, the National Robotics Initiative unveiled co-robots like a self-steering robo-cane that guides the visually impaired with smarts and swagger. These bots are all about teamwork, making life easier and way more fun—join the co-robot party!
Say hi to UBR-1, the 2013 robo-champ from Unbounded Robotics that’s snagging remotes and stacking shelves for just $35,000! With one slick arm and ninja-like navigation, this bot’s here to make work a breeze—join the party for the future of the robot economy!
Should robots look like your BFF or a sci-fi gizmo? In 2013, designers battled it out over humanoid robots, from super-lifelike faces to quirky, non-human bots. Dive into this fun debate where creepy meets cool, and find out how human we want our robotic pals to be!
Woof, woof, robot style! In 2013, DARPA dropped $10 million to supercharge BigDog, the four-legged robo-mule, making it stronger, quieter, and smarter. This mechanical beast is set to haul gear for soldiers with ninja-like stealth—get ready for a high-tech romp with the ultimate battlefield buddy!
Dive into adventure! In 2013, BentProp and Scripps unleashed robotic subs to search Palau’s oceans for WWII airmen lost in plane crashes. These high-tech AUVs, armed with sonar and cameras, are on a heartfelt quest to find heroes and bring closure—join the underwater treasure hunt!
Rev up for a wild ride! In 2013, Matt Denton unleashed the Mantis, a nine-foot-tall, SUV-sized robot bug that stomps around on six hydraulic legs. This beast, born from a movie-maker’s imagination, lets you pilot it like a sci-fi star—get ready for the ultimate insectoid adventure!
Woof, woof, robot! In 2013, UC San Diego researchers turned to playful puppies to make robots more socially savvy. By studying puppy playgroups, they crafted algorithms to help bots team up and charm humans like furry BFFs—get ready for a tail-wagging, tech-tastic party!
Move over, Olympians—2013’s top robots are stealing the spotlight! From a cheetah bot that sprints at 28 mph to a humanoid flipping like a gymnast, these mechanical marvels are the ultimate athletes. Get ready to cheer for a high-flying, super-fun robotic sports fest!
Get ready for a spine-chilling thrill! In 2013, robotics guru Mark Setrakian teamed up with sci-fi fans to craft a terrifying alien cyborg for a blockbuster flick. With glowing eyes, creepy claws, and a wicked AI brain, this crowd-sourced monster is set to haunt your dreams—join the wild, villainous party!
