Who Invented Robots?
The first digital and programmable robot was invented by George Devol in 1916 and was named the "Unimate". George was only 9 when the word "robot" first appeared. George was always interested in electricity and machines but no-one ever thought his career would take off like this. George died on August 11th, 2011, at the incredible age of 99. Although he has passed away he is still a very well known inventer not just for robotics but for other amazing things he has also invented during his life.