Introduction to Robotics
Robotics encompasses programmable machines capable of executing complex tasks autonomously, defining them distinctly from traditional machines. The field traces back to ancient myths and has evolved significantly, particularly in the 20th century with applications across various industries like manufacturing and healthcare. Understanding types and applications of robots is essential for the future of technology and automation.
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What we have learnt
- A robot is a machine capable of perception, decision-making, and action.
- Robotics dates back to ancient concepts but has rapidly advanced since the 20th century.
- Robots come in many forms and serve diverse industries from manufacturing to medicine.
- Understanding the evolution and types of robots provides a foundation for building and programming them.
Key Concepts
- -- Robot
- A programmable machine capable of carrying out a complex series of actions automatically.
- -- Sensing
- The ability of a robot to perceive its surroundings through various sensors.
- -- Actuation
- The performance of physical actions by a robot.
- -- Industrial Robots
- Robots designed for manufacturing tasks, such as assembly lines in factories.
- -- Service Robots
- Robots that assist with tasks like floor cleaning and deliveries.
- -- Medical Robots
- Robots utilized in healthcare applications like surgical procedures.
- -- Military Robots
- Robots designed for military applications such as reconnaissance and bomb disposal.
- -- Humanoid Robots
- Robots designed to resemble and interact with humans.
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