Artificial intelligence and cognitive processing
Behavioral control: An integrated control system, often powered by AI and machine learning, processes the data from its sensors to coordinate the robot's movements, speech, and interactions.
Natural Language Processing (NLP): Advanced NLP allows the robot to understand and generate human-like conversation, moving beyond scripted responses to adapt its communication based on context and emotion.
Adaptive learning: Using techniques like reinforcement learning, the robot improves its skills and behavior over time by learning from trial and error.
Cognitive AI: The most advanced robots, like Sanctuary AI's Phoenix, can reason and adapt to real-world operations, responding to complex situations without being explicitly programmed for every scenario.