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I, Robot

Book • 2008
This book is a fixup collection of short stories that tell the history of robotics from its inception to a future where robots are integral to society.

The stories are framed by Dr. Susan Calvin, a robopsychologist, recounting her experiences with various robots and the complexities that arise from their interactions with humans.

The collection introduces Asimov's Three Laws of Robotics and delves into themes of morality, psychology, and the social implications of creating intelligent machines.

The stories feature recurring characters such as Dr. Calvin, Powell, and Donovan, and explore how robots interpret and comply with the Three Laws, often leading to unexpected and thought-provoking outcomes.

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when discussing the challenges of programming ethical constraints into artificial superintelligence.
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when discussing AI safety and constraints.
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when discussing sci-fi movies and their relation to AI.
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