"Comedy Robots" explores the fascinating intersection of artificial intelligence and humor, examining how robots are being taught to understand and even generate jokes. It delves into the complexities of teaching machines to grasp comedic timing, irony, and the subjective nature of humor. One intriguing aspect is how researchers are using natural language processing to dissect jokes, identify humorous elements, and then create new punchlines. The book argues that while achieving genuine artificial humor remains a challenge, significant strides are being made in computational models.

The book progresses by first introducing fundamental humor theories and the difficulties in replicating human wit in machines. It then moves into computational models for joke analysis and generation, before covering the design of physical robots capable of delivering jokes and interacting with audiences. Finally, "Comedy Robots" addresses the ethical considerations surrounding AI comedians and explores potential applications in education, therapy, and entertainment. This unique approach offers readers a comprehensive overview, blending technology, AI, and semantics to understand the future possibilities of humor in robotics.