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Reading Robot
17th August 1932: Alpha, a 2-ton robot, fluent at reading any language, on display during preparations at Londons Olympia for the opening of the Radio Exhibition. Alpha was invented by Harry May and was specifically built for the Mullard Valve Company. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)
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1930 1939 Display Exhibition Exhibition Site Innovation Language London England Olympia Exhibition Hall Open Preparation Reading Robot Science And Technology Text Alpha Cell Fluent Lifestyles
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Step into the future with Alpha, the incredible Reading Robot! This print captures the awe-inspiring invention that took center stage at London's Olympia Exhibition in August 1932. Created by Harry May for the Mullard Valve Company, Alpha stands tall as a 2-ton marvel of technology. With its advanced programming, Alpha boasts an extraordinary ability to read fluently in any language known to man. Its presence at the Radio Exhibition showcases not only its remarkable linguistic skills but also highlights the cutting-edge advancements in science and technology during this era. The image portrays Alpha amidst preparations for the grand opening, set against a backdrop of innovation and bizarre inventions from across Europe. The landscape format perfectly frames this monumental creation, emphasizing its dominance within the exhibition hall. As we gaze upon this archival masterpiece, we are transported back to a time when robots were still considered fantastical beings from science fiction novels. Yet here stands Alpha - a testament to human ingenuity and our unyielding pursuit of progress. This print is more than just an image; it encapsulates a moment in history where imagination met reality. It invites us to ponder how far we have come since then while igniting our curiosity about what lies ahead on our ever-evolving technological journey.
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