Boston Dynamics' Spot Has a Voice

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Boston Dynamics' quadrupedal robot Spot can now converse with humans.

 
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Yes, but can he dance?
 
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But will anyone listen?
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Yes, but can he dance?
 
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Boston Dynamics' quadrupedal robot Spot can now converse with humans.


But then he got distracted form showing us the recharging station. Maybe Spot has ADHD.
 
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Did you notice at 5:48 the narrator asks Spot if it "could show us its parents?" whereupon Spot went over to the exhibit of Spot V1. It was not programmed to do that! Did it "know" that it was an earlier version of itself? I don't think so but probably encoded in its training data a connection was established between parent, progenitor, previous version, prototype, and its visual memory.

Although we poopoo a lot of this type of behavior in AI don't we all often react to questions without what we term as "thinking"? In this case we usually have the advantage of being told who our parents are.
 

1. What is Boston Dynamics' Spot robot?

Boston Dynamics' Spot is a four-legged robot developed by the robotics company Boston Dynamics. It is designed to be versatile and able to navigate various terrains and perform tasks autonomously.

2. What is the purpose of giving Spot a voice?

The addition of a voice to Spot allows for better communication and interaction with humans. It can now give verbal responses and receive voice commands, making it easier to control and work with in various settings.

3. How does Spot's voice work?

Spot's voice is generated using a text-to-speech technology. This means that the robot is programmed to recognize and translate text into speech, allowing it to speak in a human-like manner.

4. Can Spot's voice be customized?

Yes, Spot's voice can be customized to fit the needs and preferences of its users. It can be programmed to speak in different languages and even different voices, making it adaptable to various cultures and environments.

5. What are the potential applications of Spot's voice?

The addition of a voice to Spot opens up a wide range of potential applications. It can be used in various industries such as manufacturing, construction, and healthcare, to assist with tasks and improve communication between humans and robots.

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