19h 10min, apr 30, 1939 y - Elektro at the World's Fair
Description:
Built by Westinghouse, the relay-based Elektro robot responds to the rhythm of voice commands and delivers wisecracks pre-recorded on 78 rpm records. It appeared at the World's Fair, and it could move its head and arms… and even "smoked" cigarettes.Added to timeline:
Date:
19h 10min, apr 30, 1939 y
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~ 86 years ago