Robo Receptionist
Inkha,
UK, 2002
Built by Matthew Walker and Peter S Longyear
With a cocky tilt of its head and fluttering eyelashes, this sassy robotic receptionist was designed to greet visitors at King's College London. From 2003 until 2015, Inkha dispensed directions, information and attitude.
Humanss often express how they feel through facial expressions and body language. This helps others know how to interact with us.
Although it may seem bored, scared or tired, Inkha does not feel emotions. Building robots that can express their needs like we do makes them fun and easier for us to use.
[Science Museum]
Part of the Robots exhibition at the Science Museum (February to September 2017).
Robo Receptionist
Inkha,
UK, 2002
Built by Matthew Walker and Peter S Longyear
With a cocky tilt of its head and fluttering eyelashes, this sassy robotic receptionist was designed to greet visitors at King's College London. From 2003 until 2015, Inkha dispensed directions, information and attitude.
Humanss often express how they feel through facial expressions and body language. This helps others know how to interact with us.
Although it may seem bored, scared or tired, Inkha does not feel emotions. Building robots that can express their needs like we do makes them fun and easier for us to use.
[Science Museum]
Part of the Robots exhibition at the Science Museum (February to September 2017).