Understanding Human Psychology Through Robots with Prof. Angelo Cangelosi: Cognitive robotics

In this podcast, host Arman Stepanyan discusses cognitive robotics with Professor Angelo Cangelosi. They explore the modeling of human and animal intelligence in robots, emphasizing practical behaviors over complex cognitive skills. The conversation covers the spectrum of intelligence, from basic survival skills to advanced problem-solving, and discusses current applications and the long-term vision of creating robots that integrate multiple skills.

What is cognitive robotics and how does it relate to human and animal intelligence?

Explain the significance of modeling practical behaviors in robots as discussed in the podcast.

Discuss the difference between high-level cognitive skills and basic capabilities in the context of AI.

What are the current applications of AI mentioned in the podcast, and how do they differ from the long-term vision?

How does the podcast suggest combining various skills in a single robot, and what implications does this have for future AI development?