The creators of the Child-robot with Biomimetic Body, or CB2, say it's slowly developing social skills by interacting with humans and watching their facial expressions, mimicking a mother-baby relationship.
Robotics
Apr 5, 2009
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A wink, a smile or a raised eyebrow could soon change the music on your iPod or start up the washing machine, thanks to a new Japanese gadget.
Consumer & Gadgets
Mar 8, 2009
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Japanese researchers said Saturday they have developed a humanoid robot that can laugh and smile as it mimics a person's facial expressions.
Robotics
Apr 3, 2010
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As facial recognition technology use generates intense scrutiny, a new system unveiled at Washington's Dulles airport is being touted as a "user friendly" way to help ease congestion for air travelers.
Security
Sep 8, 2018
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The world's smallest bears can exactly mimic another bear's facial expressions, casting doubt on humans and other primates' supremacy at this subtle form of communication.
Plants & Animals
Mar 21, 2019
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One wasp species has evolved the ability to recognize individual faces among their peers—something that most other insects cannot do—signaling an evolution in how they have learned to work together.
Plants & Animals
Jan 27, 2020
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The unique features of your face can allow you to unlock your new iPhone, access your bank account or even "smile to pay" for some goods and services.
Security
Jul 8, 2018
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Genes that determine the shape of a person's facial profile have been discovered by a UCL-led research team.
Evolution
Feb 5, 2021
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Japanese researchers on Monday showed off a robot that will soon strut her stuff down a Tokyo catwalk.
Robotics
Mar 16, 2009
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Can dogs tell when we are happy, sad or angry? As a dog owner, I feel confident not only that I can tell what kind of emotional state my pets are in, but also that they respond to my emotions. Yet as a hard-headed scientist, ...
Plants & Animals
Jan 13, 2016
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