From: mk_thisisit
The development of biomimetic humanoid robots, such as the “clone” being developed by a Polish team of engineers, aims to create machines that closely imitate the human body’s soft tissues and biomechanics [00:01:05], [00:01:43], [00:02:41]. This approach is driven by the belief that the human body’s evolution is a “wonderful” design that no machine can currently compete with for versatility [00:00:17], [00:14:52]. The core purpose of this robot is to serve humanity and simplify daily life [00:24:17].
Key Applications
Household and Daily Life
A primary application for these robots is to perform everyday tasks, alleviating the “never-ending process” of household chores like cleaning, cooking, laundry, and dusting [00:15:22], [00:21:28]. The robot’s ability to “reverse all this entropy” and put things back in order makes it a valuable tool [00:15:50]. Beyond chores, it can also assist with personal care, learning, and meal preparation, acting as a “private medic” or teacher [00:24:37].
Industrial and Dangerous Environments
Humanoid robots with human-like dexterity are sought after in industries where human hands are currently indispensable, such as the carbon fiber industry, which faces a shortage of young workers willing to work in such conditions [00:31:01]. Specific industrial applications include:
- Manual application processes where other automation fails [00:31:31].
- Precise grabbing of various items in self-service stores [00:31:41].
- Working in factories [00:33:32].
- Entering burning buildings and eliminating disaster effects [00:33:35].
Scientific Research and Civilization Development
The versatility of human-like robots extends to scientific and technological development:
- Conducting scientific experiments [00:16:11].
- Creating new technologies [00:16:13].
- Developing civilization through scientific research and technology [00:16:15], [00:33:39].
- Being sent to other celestial bodies, like establishing a base on Mars or digging asteroids to extract rare earth and precious metals [00:16:17], [00:33:26].
- Performing continuous experiments 24 hours a day to discover new scientific theories [00:34:44].
Implications of Humanoid Robot Development
Societal Transformation
The widespread adoption of humanoid robots, once mass-produced, could lead to a significant societal shift. As robots take over many tasks, people “will regain a lot of time that they previously spent on reversing entropy” [00:33:14], [00:33:17]. The vision includes a future of “overproduction where goods lie on the street” because factories are run by solar-powered robots, theoretically making goods cost nothing [00:34:14].
The “Uncanny Valley” and Human Perception
The designers are aware of the “Uncanny Valley” phenomenon, where humanoids that closely but imperfectly resemble humans can elicit fear [00:22:22]. They believe their biomimetic approach, faithfully reflecting all facial muscles, can overcome this, making their robot indistinguishable from a human at a glance [00:22:54], [00:23:03]. The ultimate goal is for the robot’s work to be “indistinguishable from living people” [00:00:05].
Ethical Considerations and Safety
The developers emphasize that their robots are designed to be “the opposite of a Terminator” [00:25:19]. Unlike metal robots with rigid exoskeletons that are hard to destroy, their soft-tissue, polymer-based robots can be “cut” or “bled out,” and their bones can be broken like a human’s [00:26:04], [00:26:12]. To prevent misuse, they plan an “absolute ban on contact with weapons” and a prohibition against harming living beings, including animals [00:36:00]. The focus is on the robot’s role as a servant to humanity, developing people, and acting as a helpful household member [00:24:17], [00:26:43]. The creator expresses fear of the misuse of technology and wars, advocating for humanity to grow spiritually and create unity [00:36:13], [00:36:46].
Role of Humanity Alongside AI
The developers do not aim to replicate human cells, emotions, or consciousness [00:06:40], [00:24:48]. They believe replicating organic matter that is “very similar to us” would be unethical, essentially creating a “Zombie” [00:07:05], [00:07:18]. The goal is a highly functional body that can be equipped with various AI brains to become specialized, whether for intelligence or specific tasks [00:25:01]. The developer views himself as a “utopian,” wanting all people to “live well” and be healthy and rich, envisioning a future where robots handle mundane tasks, freeing humanity for other pursuits [00:00:37], [00:34:06]. They believe technological development should go hand in hand with spiritual development [00:34:51].