There is described a programmable robot for emulating man in physical, educational, recreational and similar activities. The robot comprises a base member to which there may be added a plurality of removable modules which form a module unit. The modules may be selected to suit a particular application to take into account changes in technology. One module may include a manipulating arm and other modules could be detectors of fire, water leakage, gas etc. A writing implement can be mounted on the base member for graphic drawing. The robot can receive infra-red, radio or optical signals. It can include a sound recognition means and a voice synthesiser, a screen and a keyboard. <IMAGE>
Programmable robot