According to Jeff Dean, the Museum of Ancient Greek Technology in Athens features early examples of humanoid robots designed to pour water and wine, as well as demonstrations of mechanisms using heat, steam, and water weight to automate heavy temple doors. These historical innovations highlight the deep roots of robotics and automation, offering AI industry professionals insights into the origins of autonomous systems and mechanical engineering. By studying these ancient prototypes, modern AI developers and robotics companies can draw inspiration for future advancements in human-robot interaction and automated processes (source: Jeff Dean, Twitter, June 10, 2025).