Hiroshi Ishiguro Unveils Advanced Geminoid HI-6 Robot

Hiroshi Ishiguro, a Japanese engineer and director of the Intelligent Robotics Laboratory at Osaka University, has created six humanoid robot replicas of himself, the latest being the Geminoid HI-6. This advanced robot features conversational abilities, powered by a large language model, and can conduct lectures and answer questions autonomously, using inputs from Ishiguro's books and interviews. The robot's resemblance to Ishiguro is enhanced with real human hair and silicone skin, mimicking his facial expressions and movements. This innovation reflects a broader trend in robotics, where humanoid robots are being developed for various applications, including workplace tasks and public interactions. Ishiguro's work highlights the potential for robots to replace complex human professions, contributing to Japan's leadership in robotics. His efforts also include creating humanoids of other forms, like a replica of his daughter and public-facing robots like receptionists.