I believe that robots should be both appealing and functional performing some form of work. My robot idea is to make a personal assistant that incorporates facial recognition, is able to access contacts, calendar, to-do lists, reminders, etc. In addition, my robot would also be able to support two hundred plus pounds acting as cane and a carrier for laundry, dishes, etc.
By micahwaite
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