Who invented the first humanoid robots exhibited in 1928?

In 1928, one of the first humanoid robots was exhibited at the annual exhibition of the Model Engineers Society in London. Invented by W. H. Richards, the robot Eric's frame consisted of an aluminium body of armour with eleven electromagnets and one motor powered by a twelve-volt power source. The robot could move its hands and head and could be controlled through remote control or voice control.

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Julie Allen

Jacqueline Tattam, Kenneth Dallas, Asked which one was exhibited in 1928. Please review the question asked

Kenneth Dallas

Even in the explanation it is stated that this was one of the first humanoid robots,not THE first;l agree with Jacqueline Rattan....how did this pass review stage?

Rob Farr

An ancestor of the Cylons ... good trivia question ... thanks

Jacqueline Tattam

The link provides wrestling information! How did this pass review?

Stevie G

Poorly worded question and your link has nothing to do with the question and answer.

Special Patrol Group

Rather strange but your link provided has nothing to do with the question and answer.

David Loest

Invented by Capek, first working model by Roberts

Debbie Vandenberg

Cool. Got that one

Spencer Payne

Richard's robot took the place of the Duke of York to open the Exhibition of the Society of Model Engineers, in London on the 20th of September at the Royal Horticultural Hall. Sorry Terry, it's a good question.