Its goal is to produce a machine capable of adapting behavior to changing circumstances. It is hoped this will offer new insight into the development of human consciousness, with the development of new algorithms to allow the robot to respond like a child.

The original model had hands more like those of an 8 year old child, because making smaller hands had proved difficult. The new hands are much smaller and more realistic.

Around 20 iCubs are already in laboratories and universities around the world. Anyone can order one for the cost of production - around 200,000 Euros.

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