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Robots are automatically operated machines that work in place of humans. It is not necessary
that they look like humans by appearance or perform exactly like humans. Robotics is a
branch of engineering and science that deals with the design, construction and functioning
of robots.
The first industrial robot was introduced to the U.S. in the 1960s.
As you have already studied various applications of robots in personal assistance, caregiving,
education and entertainment. Now, let us study about some of the latest robots.
T-HR3
Like real-world human avatar, T-HR3 is a humanoid that mimics the movement of its human
operator.
In future-these humanoids can perform surgeries while their human operator doctor could
control them from another part of the world.
Sophia
The human brain generates 12–25
Sophia is the first humanoid to receive citizenship
Watts of electricity, enough for a
of a country. Perhaps the most recognisable face of small LED bulb, while robots need a
humanoid, who was developed by Hong Kong-based constant power supply to function.
company Hanson Robotics, and was activated on 14
February, 2016.
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