Robots and Robotics: A Directory or Index

(links to topics about robots, robotic devices, and the science of robotics)

Robot Origins and Characteristics of Robots
Originally from a Czech word robota, "force work", we now have robots and robotics, words which take us to manufactured devices that are capable of doing work ordinarily done by human beings.
Robot: Segway Toy
Robots, as toys.
Robotic Genders, Androids

An example of an android or a male robot. Yes, there are gender differences among the robots. They definitely should not all be labeled as androids.

Robotic Genders, Gynoids

An example of a gynoid or a female robot. Yes, there are gender differences among the robots. All robots should not be labeled as androids.

Robotic Genders, Neuteroids

A genderless robot which does not have male or female characteristics should be referred to as a neuteroid which is a new term for this species of robots. This is the third of three gender differences applicable to robots. So, it should not be difficult to remember that not all robots are androids.

Robots, Robotic Topics, and Robot References
A variety of miscellaneous and scientific robotic terms and applications.
Robots: As Human Partners, Part 1
Robots, helping to save military lives.
Robots: As Human Partners, Part 2
Robots, as house cleaners.
Robots: Humanoids
Robots, closer to being like humans.
Robots: Industrial Applications
Robots, as industrial workers.
Robots: With Feelings?
Robots, with touches of feeling.

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