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An '''android''' is a [[robot]] designed to resemble a [[human]] being. Androids are common features of science fiction stories. | An '''android''' is a [[robot]] designed to resemble a [[human]] being. Androids are common features of science fiction stories. An Android designed to replicate a human female is known as a ''Gynoid'' | ||
==Reasons for building an android== | ==Reasons for building an android== | ||
*Humans or [[humanoid]] aliens may be more comfortable interacting with a humanoid robot than an extremely "mechanical" robot. | *Humans or [[humanoid]] aliens may be more comfortable interacting with a humanoid robot than an extremely "mechanical" robot. | ||
Revision as of 16:23, 17 September 2009
An android is a robot designed to resemble a human being. Androids are common features of science fiction stories. An Android designed to replicate a human female is known as a Gynoid
Reasons for building an android
- Humans or humanoid aliens may be more comfortable interacting with a humanoid robot than an extremely "mechanical" robot.
- The android can use equipment designed for humanoids, giving it versatility.
- The android's purpose requires it to be disguised as a human or humanoid.