Boston Dynamics’ Spot robot wants to wish everyone a happy holidays, but in disguise, or a present to be more specific. Let’s just say that the robot is more than qualified to ring in the new year, especially since it’s not even utilizing its 360° camera to map its surroundings. You could even equip it with a microphone to detect abnormal noises, or anyone attempting to drop in from the chimney.
Sure, Boston Dynamics’ Atlas robot appears to be dancing to the 1962 classic “Do You Love Me?” by the Contours, but to some, it appears to be someone in a suit. The reality is that it uses artificial intelligence combined with computer vision to sense their surroundings to perform pre-programmed dance routines. Monica Thomas is a professional choreographer and dancer responsible for some of these dances you see.