A real Android, named Tara!


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WHAT THIS IS:
One of the worlds few real lady androids. A computer controlled
robotic creation which looks just like a human.
Stands over 5 feet (about 1.6 meters) tall.
Has limited speech and movements, and is designed to have options
and accessories added in relatively easily, see below.

OTHER APPEARANCES POSSIBLE:
Could have different hair or eye color. Can be made taller or shorter.
Another face could be made, which would be "prettier" or look
like a specific person (movie star lookalike for example).
It is also possible to have one look just like an outer space alien.

I made this by first making a rigid sculpture that looks just like the
intended appearance, then making a mold (a negative impression)
from it, then molding the skin from that, and adding the internal parts.
I made the sculpture myself, despite the fact my artistic skills are limited.
I am going to get a professional artist to make a new sculpture which
will look ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC! then I will do the rest of the process
and make another face that looks just like the sculpture - Fantastic.
So - if you are unsure of this prototypes appearance, rest assured that
its appearance will be looking even better than it already does!

WHAT THIS CAN BE USED FOR:
This is only for fun things or a display. Not for work like washing dishes
or working in a factory. In the near future I hope to rent or sell Tara and
other androids. A business could use Tara to attract and entertain
customers. A person could enjoy Tara's companionship.
(Talk about an electric personality!)

SOME DETAILS:
Todays robot technology is somewhat limited.
Batteries only hold a limited amount of electricity,
therefore Tara plugs into the wall for electricity,
and thus cannot walk around the house
(another reason is that it would be too expensive to
build balance and guidance into the circuitry).
Tara is designed to be used in one place at a time.

Hands have individually jointed fingers and thumb.
Presently only fingers are hooked up to an actuator, so it can wave hello,
but not pick up an object. This will be one of the first things to be
modified. All parts including the head, arms, and legs are designed to be
replaced with interchangeable more advanced ones.
There are other limitations that I am currently working on.

Tara's speech is very natural sounding, and is stored directly in
analog solid state (no analog to digital conversion).

CONCLUSION:
I hope you find this rare android as interesting as I do. If you are
considering using an android for yourself or a business feel free
to email me at the link below. Any requests for options added in
will be considered, no matter how unusual it may be
(remember, they laughed at the Wright brothers for trying to build
an airplane, saying "it will never get off the ground").
While I may not be able to respond to all inquiries,
feel free to check back here for the latest information.
Thanks for your interest!

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