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An '''android''' is a [[robot]] designed to resemble a [[human]] being.  Androids are common features of science fiction stories.
An '''android''' is a [[robot]] designed to resemble a [[human]] being.  Androids are common features of science fiction stories. An Android designed to replicate a human female is known as a ''Gynoid''
 
==Reasons for building an android==
==Reasons for building an android==
*Humans or [[humanoid]] aliens may be more comfortable interacting with a humanoid robot than an extremely "mechanical" robot.
*Humans or [[humanoid]] aliens may be more comfortable interacting with a humanoid robot than an extremely "mechanical" robot.

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An android is a robot designed to resemble a human being. Androids are common features of science fiction stories. An Android designed to replicate a human female is known as a Gynoid

Reasons for building an android

  • Humans or humanoid aliens may be more comfortable interacting with a humanoid robot than an extremely "mechanical" robot.
  • The android can use equipment designed for humanoids, giving it versatility.
  • The android's purpose requires it to be disguised as a human or humanoid.

Examples of Androids