Say hello to Ameca - World's most advanced human shaped bot

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Robot Name: Ameca

Company / Institute Name: Engineered Arts Limited

Location: Falmouth, Cornwall (United Kingdom)

Inception: 2021

Skills: Human like expressions, speech & conversation, realistic gestures, environment awareness, dexterity

Industry: R&D, Education, Customer Service, Healthcare, Entertainment

Programming Languages: C++, Python, Javascript

Commercial availability: Yes, Ameca is available for purchase or event rental through it’s website

In the first blog of our website, let us introduce you to the world’s most advanced human shaped robot. When we did research on it, we were amazed to see it’s expressions, movements and reactions. That is the reason, we decided to consider it as the first robo-guest of our blog.

Ameca is developed by Engineered Arts Limited, a UK based company. It was first introduced in 2021 as a prototype.

Engineered Arts Limited describes it as:

AI x AB

Human-like artificial intelligence needs a human-like artificial body (AI x AB).

Artificial intelligence and machine learning systems can be tested and developed on Ameca alongside our powerful Tritium robot operating system.

The Ameca hardware is a development based on our own research into humanoid robotics and built on our advanced Mesmer technology.

Ameca is currently in the development phase, with ongoing improvements to its design, functionality, and AI capabilities.

Technology: Ameca is built using advanced robotics and AI technologies, including:

Advanced AI and machine learning algorithms for human-robot interaction
Artificial muscles (Series Elastic Actuators)
Advanced animatronic head with 17 degrees of freedom
High-resolution cameras in the eyes

Programming Language (s): Ameca’s software is developed using a combination of programming languages, including C++, Python, and JavaScript.

Currently used at : Ameca is currently being used for research and development purposes at Engineered Arts Limited. The company is also exploring potential applications for Ameca in various industries, including education, healthcare, and entertainment. Ameca is available for purchase or event rental through it’s website.

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