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The Truth About Robots and the Uncanny Valley: Analysis

“An oft-cited theory in robotics, the uncanny valley, refers to that point along the chart of robot–human likeness where a robot looks and acts nearly—but not exactly—like a human. This subtle imperfection, the theory states, causes people's feelings toward robots to veer from fondness to revulsion. But, the The uncanny valley is both surprisingly complex and, as a shorthand for anything related to robots, nearly useless. Or is it?”

http://www.popularmechanics.com/science/robotics/4343054.html

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"One day, humans may need a special counseling serviceor group to help them learn to live in harmony with robots."

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Sound Clip (8 seconds)

Elements Used:

• Song Clips (Old) : “Wrap your troubles in Dreams”, Bing Crosby• Song Clip (New) : “To Cure a Weakling Child“, Aphex Twin

• Animal Sound : Birds Chirping• Sound Effect: Robotic Voice, “There is no need to fear robots”.

• Recorded Electronic Sound : Apple Start-Up Sound• Recorded Mechanical Sound : Camera Focus and Shutter Click