Humanoid machines read faces, emotions at World Robot Conference in Beijing

Humanoid robots that can sense how you feel and respond “emotionally” are among about 500 devices on display at the World Robot Conference being held in Beijing from August 18-21, 2022. Other technology in the spotlight at the event includes robots that can conduct PCR tests. On the opening day of the expo, 100 robot dogs joined a group dance-off, wagging their tails as they greeted visitors. Also whizzing around the conference were robotic “waiters” –  described as not exactly humanoid, since…