Difference between revisions of "Positronic brain"
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A ''' | A '''positronic brain''' is a central processor designed to provide [[artificial intelligence|consciousness]] to a [[robot]] or [[android]]. | ||
The term was invented by science fiction author Issac Asimov, | The term was invented by [[science fiction]] author Issac Asimov, referring to an "iridium sponge" that could be programmed with philosophical ideas. | ||
In [[Star Trek]], androids such as [[Data]] have | In [[Star Trek]], androids such as [[Data]] have positronic brains. | ||
[[Category:Star Trek]] | [[Category:Star Trek]] | ||
[[Category:ST Technology]] | [[Category:ST Technology]] | ||
Revision as of 18:16, 4 August 2008
A positronic brain is a central processor designed to provide consciousness to a robot or android.
The term was invented by science fiction author Issac Asimov, referring to an "iridium sponge" that could be programmed with philosophical ideas.