S1 Ep 2 - Working Robots
Xploration Earth 2050 - The Entire Collection
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In 2050, the workplace will look far different than it does now, and one reason is robots. Join host Joe Penna as he talks to astronauts, designers and factory workers as they describe how the robotic revolution is affecting the way we work. One robot is designed to work side by side with humans, while another is puttering around the kitchen---a robotic butler that could be coming to your home soon.
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