A detailed look at some key developments/breakthroughs in robotics, amid an increasing interest in robots during the pandemic, and what to expect in the future (David Berreby/National Geographic)

David Berreby / National Geographic:
A detailed look at some key developments/breakthroughs in robotics, amid an increasing interest in robots during the pandemic, and what to expect in the future  —  Machines now perform all sorts of tasks: They clean big stores, patrol borders, and help autistic children.  But will they make life better for humans?