People falling in love with inanimate objects is nothing new, nor is the use of dolls and other toys as part of our sexuality. Though now, with developments in AI and how 'human' sex robots have become, things are a bit different. Will humans start to prefer robots over other humans? If so, are these legitimate alternatives to intimate relationships? Or will this simply perpetuate objectification and promote isolation?
Indeed, as machines become ever more present in our lives, a number of concerns, including moral and ethical debates, about the future of human sexuality arise. In this gallery, we look at where we are now and where we're going with regards to our 'love' for robots. Click on to find out more.