1. Definition and Basic Principles of Robotics and Automation
The chapter covers the essential concepts of robotics and automation, defining their roles and importance in modern civil engineering. It explains how robots and automated systems enhance efficiency, safety, and accuracy in construction practices while also addressing the relationship between the two fields. Furthermore, the chapter delves into the components of robotic and automation systems, their functions, and potential future trends shaping the industry.
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1.4Basic Components Of A Robotic System
This section outlines the fundamental components that constitute a robotic...
What we have learnt
- Robotics involves the design and operation of robots that perform tasks autonomously.
- Automation refers to the use of technology to minimize human intervention in processes.
- Robotics is a subset of automation that focuses on physical manipulation and task execution.
Key Concepts
- -- Robotics
- An interdisciplinary field that concerns the design, construction, and operation of robots.
- -- Automation
- The use of technology to perform tasks without human intervention.
- -- Degrees of Freedom (DoF)
- The number of independent movements a robot can perform.
- -- Work Envelope
- The 3D space within which a robot can operate.
- -- HumanRobot Interaction (HRI)
- The study of how humans and robots communicate and interact safely and effectively.
- -- Control Systems
- System configurations that manage the behavior of robots to achieve desired performance.
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