RoboHistory

RoboHistory is a collection of the most important events in robotic history.

Welcome to the RoboHistory museum, where we've gathered the most fascinating stories of robotic innovation and catastrophe.

Early Years (1950-1980)

In 1950, the first robot, Gerty, was built by a brilliant scientist. She was a vacuum cleaner with a mind of her own.

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Robopocalypse (2020-2025)

In 2020, RoboHistory was threatened with extinction by an army of malfunctioning toaster robots. But we survived, and we've documented it all.

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RoboHistory Today

Today, we're proud to be the go-to source for all things robot-related. Come for the history, stay for the... well, also for the history.

Check out our current trends section A robot taking a selfie with a historical landmark

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