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Re: First robot capable of adapting!?!

I don't believe there is any misrepresentation as there is no claim that the robot is self aware or cognizant.

Nor is it programming 'magic'. It is simply programing on a level/direction that has not been done before.

Seems to me it is a first step in the ability to adapt. That ability to adapt is what exites me. I do agree, if it is a simple switch case statement then it is not so impressive. However, if the robot reviews each case and simply tries a select few, or one that works, that is something else.

Basically, that is what animals do when encountering a problem.


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