Tag: history of animating matter
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How Ancient Automata Channeled Mysticism Before Modern Robotics
Imagine stepping into an ancient temple or royal court, and your eyes land on a majestic bird that suddenly flaps its wings or a knight who springs to life upon a hidden cue. Centuries before today’s robots and artificial intelligence, our ancestors crafted automata, which were mechanical marvels that moved, performed, and even seemed alive