Do we want to create true human robots?

Technological advancements in AI are leading to the development of a true human robot, but this may not be something we need, writes Paul Budde. RECENTLY, I WENT to a lecture organised by the University of Sydney titled'Why should the perfect robot look and think just like a human?' I was intrigued and perhaps even a bit dismayed about this title as I strongly believe that this is not the best direction for robotics. Furthermore, such a new human species will most likely never be developed, certainly not within the next few generations. Beyond that, humanity might perhaps arrive at a stage that we have gathered sufficient intellect and wisdom to develop robots within the restrictions of what we as a society see fit.