Robotics
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Robotics
The Shadow robot hand system
Robotics is the branch of technology that deals with the design, construction, operation, development and application of robots [1] and computer systems for their control, sensory feedback, and information processing. These technologies deal with automated machines that can take the place of humans, in dangerous or manufacturing processes, or simply just resemble humans. Many of today's robots are inspired by nature contributing to the field of bio-inspired robotics.
The concept in creation of machines that could operate autonomously dates back to classical times, but research into the functionality and potential uses of robots did not grow substantially until the 20th century.[2] Throughout history, robotics has been often seen to mimic human behavior, and often manage tasks in a similar fashion. Today, robotics is a rapidly growing field, as technological advances continue, research, design, and building new robots serve various practical purposes, whether domestically, commercially, or militarily. Many robots do jobs that are hazardous to people such as defusing bombs, exploring shipwrecks, and mines. Contents [hide] * 1 Etymology * 2 Components * 2.1 Power source * 2.2 Actuation * 2.3 Sensing * 2.4 Manipulation * 2.5 Locomotion * 2.6 Environmental interaction and navigation * 2.7 Human-robot interaction * 3 Control * 3.1 Autonomy levels * 4 Robotics research * 4.1 Dynamics and kinematics * 5 Education and training * 5.1 Career training * 5.2 Certification * 5.3 Summer robotics camp * 5.4 Robotics afterschool programs * 6 Employment * 7 See also * 8 References * 9 Bibliography * 10 Further reading * 11 External links |
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[edit]Etymology
The word robotics was derived from the word robot, which was introduced to the public by
Robotics
The Shadow robot hand system
Robotics is the branch of technology that deals with the design, construction, operation, development and application of robots [1] and computer systems for their control, sensory feedback, and information processing. These technologies deal with automated machines that can take the place of humans, in dangerous or manufacturing processes, or simply just resemble humans. Many of today's robots are inspired by nature contributing to the field of bio-inspired robotics.
The concept in creation of machines that could operate autonomously dates back to classical times, but research into the functionality and potential uses of robots did not grow substantially until the 20th century.[2] Throughout history, robotics has been often seen to mimic human behavior, and often manage tasks in a similar fashion. Today, robotics is a rapidly growing field, as technological advances continue, research, design, and building new robots serve various practical purposes, whether domestically, commercially, or militarily. Many robots do jobs that are hazardous to people such as defusing bombs, exploring shipwrecks, and mines. Contents [hide] * 1 Etymology * 2 Components * 2.1 Power source * 2.2 Actuation * 2.3 Sensing * 2.4 Manipulation * 2.5 Locomotion * 2.6 Environmental interaction and navigation * 2.7 Human-robot interaction * 3 Control * 3.1 Autonomy levels * 4 Robotics research * 4.1 Dynamics and kinematics * 5 Education and training * 5.1 Career training * 5.2 Certification * 5.3 Summer robotics camp * 5.4 Robotics afterschool programs * 6 Employment * 7 See also * 8 References * 9 Bibliography * 10 Further reading * 11 External links |
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[edit]Etymology
The word robotics was derived from the word robot, which was introduced to the public by