Sophia (robot) - Wikipedia

Sophia is a social humanoid

robot developed by Hong Kong based
company Hanson Robotics. Sophia was
activated on February 14, 2016[1] and
made its first public appearance
at South by Southwest Festival (SXSW)
in mid-March 2016 in Austin, Texas,
United States.[2] It is able to display
more than 50 facial expressions.

Sophia has been covered by media around the globe and has participated in
many high-profile interviews. In October 2017, Sophia became the first robot
to receive citizenship of any country.[3][4] In November 2017, Sophia was
named the United Nations Development Programme's first-ever Innovation
Champion and is the first non-human to be given any United Nations title. [5]

HISTORY

Sophia was activated on February 14, 2016. [6][7] The robot, modeled after
actress Audrey Hepburn,[8] is known for its human-like appearance and
behavior compared to previous robotic variants. According to the
manufacturer, David Hanson, Sophia uses artificial intelligence, visual data
processing, and facial recognition.

Hanson designed Sophia to be a suitable companion for the elderly at nursing

homes, or to help crowds at large events or parks. He has said that he hopes
that the robot can ultimately interact with other humans sufficiently to
gain social skills.[3]

Sophia has nine robot humanoid “siblings” who were also created by Hanson
Robotics.[13] Fellow Hanson robots are Alice, Albert Einstein Hubo, BINA48,
Han, Jules, Professor Einstein, Philip K. Dick Android, Zeno, [13] and Joey
Chaos.[14]
Quiz Time
0. What’s the robot’s name?

A. Sarah B. Sophia C. Stephanie

1. Where was it made?

A. Hong Kong B. Japan C. Korea

2. When was it activated?

A. 2015 B. 2016 C. 2017

3. Where did Sophia make its first public appearance?

A. France B. the UK C. the USA

4. How many facial expressions is it able to display?

A. less than 50 B. more than 50 C. more than 60

5. When did Sophia become a citizen?

A. 2017 B. 2018 C. 2019

6. Is Sophia the first robot to receive citizenship?

A. Yes B. No C. Not given

7. Who is Sophia modeled after?

A. a teacher B. a singer C. an actress

8. Who is the manufacturer of Sophia robot?

A. David Hanson B. Thomas Hanson C. Robert Hanson

9. What skills can robots get when they interact with people?

A. robot skills B. social skills C. nursing skills

10.How many humanoid siblings has Sophia got?

A. five B. seven C. nine