“At last, after all the hype and drama about robots taking over, comes a book by genuine experts and based on the latest science that shows us how robots will really feature in our lives.”
Takanori Shibata, Chief Senior Research Science, AIST
“The popular media would have us believe that robots are coming for our lives. This book reveals why making robots do anything is actually pretty hard. It explains how robots work, their limitations, and the role humans play in their creation. Written in a very relatable style, this book appeals to those of us who always wanted to know what makes robots tick.”
Elizabeth Broadbent, Professor of Health Psychology, University of Auckland
“The popular press too often get fooled by hype. This book gives us a realistic view of where robots are today and where we can expect them to head, explaining to nonspecialists how things work, what is hard, what is easy, what is unexpected, and what is real.”
Rodney Brooks, Panasonic Professor of Robotics Emeritus, MIT
“I can think of no other book that does such a detailed and thoughtful job in carefully explaining the many issues surrounding physically embodied autonomous AI systems. Heartily recommended for anyone with an interest in AI, from big tech CEOs to students alike.”
Michael Wooldridge, Professor of Computer Science, University of Oxford
"Finally, a very readable and thorough non-specialist tour through the multidisciplinary science of advanced robotics. It really unpacks the state of the art to show the field's strengths and the technical reasons why robots won't be taking over from humans anytime soon. A must-read for the curious and for everybody who cares or comments about the future of robots in our society.”
David M Lane, Professor Emeritus, Heriot Watt University
"...the authors cover an impressive amount of ground and approach the implications of advanced technology with nuance. Well-researched, this survey makes for an in-depth review of the present state of robotics."
Publishers Weekly
"...this is a great book to read."
Forbes
