Summary

Han is a social humanoid robot renowned for his expressive facial features and hyper-realistic synthetic skin, making him one of the most human-like heads ever created. Developed by Hanson Robotics (the same team behind Sophia), Han focuses exclusively on advanced Human-Robot Interaction (HRI). He uses a suite of cameras and sensors to track human faces, identify emotions, and engage in natural, empathetic conversation.

The Editorial

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to meet the AI that looks back at you, Han is the answer. Developed by the Hong Kong-based masters of "frubber" (a patented synthetic skin), Han exists to push the limits of realism and emotional depth. He's often less about the walking and more about the talking. Han's face is a canvas of micro-motors, capable of conveying subtle human emotions that verge on the unsettling—that’s the famous "Hanson touch." His purpose is to serve as a platform for studying how humans react to, trust, and bond with hyper-realistic androids. Han’s existence challenges us daily: how much is too much realism? He’s a true trending topic because every appearance he makes reignites the debate about the future of synthetic companionship and the inevitable blending of human and machine.

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