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situations, distribute tasks among the swarm, and communicate with each other, providing a force multiplier
              effect in military operations. Swarm Robots refer to a collection of relatively simple, often small, robots that
              work together in a coordinated manner to achieve a common goal. This approach is inspired by the collective
              behaviour of social insects like ants, bees, and termites, which can accomplish complex tasks as a group without
              centralized control.
               • Force Protection and Counterterrorism: Autonomous drones can be deployed for force protection measures,
              such  as  perimeter  surveillance,  monitoring  critical  infrastructure,  or  identifying  potential  threats.  They  can
              autonomously patrol areas, detect  suspicious activities,  and  alert  security  forces in real-time. Autonomous
              drones can also be used for counterterrorism operations, providing surveillance and intelligence gathering
              capabilities to identify and track high-value targets.


            Some examples of Robotics Systems
            Here are some specific examples of robotic systems that are used in the elevator industry:
               • Robotic  elevator maintenance workers:  These robots are used to inspect and  repair  elevators. They  can
              access remote areas and perform intricate tasks more quickly and efficiently than human workers.
               • Robotic elevator installers: These robots are used to install elevators in multistorey buildings. They can drill
              holes, set anchor bolts, and install guide rails more precisely and safely than human workers.

               • Robotic elevator testing systems: These systems are used to test the safety and performance of elevators.
              They  can  simulate  a  variety  of  different  scenarios,  such  as  power  outages,  interruption  of  service  and  fire
              emergencies, to ensure that elevators are operating properly.


            Robotics for Medicine and Healthcare Industry

            Robotics has revolutionised the field of medicine and healthcare by introducing advanced technologies that
            enhance patient care, improve surgical procedures, and facilitate rehabilitation. Robotic systems are used for
            a wide range of applications from surgical interventions to telemedicine and physical therapy. Let's explore an
            example to understand the impact of robotics in medicine and healthcare.

            Example: Surgical Robotics System
























            Surgical robotics systems, such as the Da Vinci Surgical System, have transformed the field of minimal invasive
            surgery. These systems consist of robotic arms controlled by surgeons, specialised instruments, and a high-
            definition  3D  visualisation  system.  The  robot  translates  the  surgeon's  hand  movements  into  precise,  scaled
            movements of the instruments, allowing for more precise and controlled surgical procedures.



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