Artificial intelligence (AI) is an area of computer science that emphasizes the creation of

intelligent machines that work and react like humans. Some of the activities computers with
artificial intelligence are designed for include:

 Speech recognition
 Learning
 Planning
 Problem solving

Knowledge engineering is a core part of AI research. Machines can often act and react like
humans only if they have abundant information relating to the world.
Machine learning is also a core part of AI. Learning without any kind of supervision requires
an ability to identify patterns in streams of inputs, whereas learning with adequate
supervision involves classification and numerical regressions.

Start of Robot Development Modelled on Humans

In studying the fundamental principles of bipedal locomotion, Honda researched and
observed all forms of walking, performed numerous experiments, and collected an immense
amount of data.
At E0, a robot that walks by putting one leg before the other was successfully achieved.
But it took nearly five seconds between steps and could only do slow walking in a straight
line.
Evolving to a Humanoid Robot that Combines and Upper Body with Legs
Studies were carried out to determine what a humanoid robot should be like to function
properly in society and in a human living environment. A prototype model of near-human
size was completed.

In addition to ASIMO, the Walking Assist device with stride management system which
supports walking for people with weakened leg muscles, the Bodyweight Support System
which reduces the load on legs by supporting part of the bodyweight, the U3-X and UNI-
CUB, compact one-wheel-drive mobility devices that provide free movement in all
directions, and the High-Access Survey Robot and the Task-Performing Robot Arm,
designed to be utilized at places too dangerous or not secure for people to work, are examples
of product applications resulting from the application of bipedal technology and balance
control technology amassed through the research and development of the humanoid robot.

Striving to offer next-generation mobility products which expand the joy and fun of mobility,
Honda will continue the robotics research that leads to ASIMO, walking assist devices, UNI-
CUB and other technologies. In addition, Honda will also work proactively toward putting
such product applications into practical use.

Honda introduced its new 3E (Empower, Experience, Empathy) Robotics Concept at CES
2018, demonstrating a range of experimental technologies engineered to understand people’s
needs and make their lives better.