Sophia (by Hanson Robotics)

Sophia is a social robot developed by Hanson Robotics, designed to simulate human-like interactions. She combines advanced artificial intelligence, facial recognition, and natural language processing to understand and respond to conversations. Her expressive face and movements are created using robotics and software, enabling her to display emotions and engage socially. Sophia can participate in interviews, answer questions, and simulate human-like behaviors, making her a prominent example of how robotics and AI are advancing human-robot interaction. She aims to assist in education, customer service, and entertainment, showcasing the potential of autonomous, interactive machines.