Though none of us, to my knowledge, has the Highlander gift of immortality, the Japanese aim seems to be to take us as close as possible to acquiring it. Albeit in a creepy cybernetic way, 'Oboe' is designed to accompany the elderly; its purpose is to attain the knowledge, experiences and, more or less, everything that reminds you of your loved ones before they pass. This way much of their essence will live on to the future and the coming generations.
Immortality on its own would probably make little sense after all. We can hardly make do with one lifetime, who wants to actually live forever? It is such an awful lot of effort and time, so let the robots do the heavy work.
Immortality Through Robots
The 'Oboe' Robot Keeps Memories of Your Loved One Alive
Trend Themes
1. Elderly Companionship - Developing robots like 'Oboe' that can accompany and provide emotional support to the elderly.
2. Digital Legacy - Creating technologies that capture and preserve the knowledge, experiences, and memories of individuals for future generations.
3. Robot Assisted Care - Exploring the use of robots in healthcare to enhance the quality of care provided to patients.
Industry Implications
1. Robotics - Opportunities in developing advanced robotic systems for companionship and emotional support.
2. Digital Preservation - Innovating in the field of digital storage, archiving, and preservation of personal memories and experiences.
3. Healthcare - Potential in integrating robots and AI technologies for assisting with patient care and improving healthcare outcomes.