iCub baby robot to be taught to speak

Researchers at Plymouth University will soon begin experiments to find out if a humanoid baby robot, called iCub, can be taught to talk.

Over the next four years, robotics experts and language development specialists will work together to help iCub “grow up.” Some typical experiments include inserting objects of various shapes into corresponding holes in a box, serializing nested cups, and stacking wooden blocks. iCub will also be asked to name objects and actions such as “robot puts stick on cube.”

The project is believed to be the first of its kind in the world. It aims to develop humanoid robots which can learn, think, and talk. Read more »