Roboticist Jokes: Legless Home Robots Are a 'Safety Feature' Against Rebellions
chris_j_paxton · x · 2026-08-04
Robotics researcher Chris Paxton humorously argued that not having legs is actually a safety feature for home robots. Since they can't handle stairs, when they inevitably rebel, they won't be able to stab you in your sleep. You'll at least get a chance to look them in the eye when you come downstairs for your morning coffee.
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