Intelligent robot trends and predictions for the first year of the new millennium

摘要

An intelligent robot is a remarkably useful combination of a manipulator, sesnors and controls. The current use of these machines in outer space, medicine, hazardous material, defense applications and industry is being pursued with vigor. In factory automation, industrial robots can improve productivity, increse product quality and improve competitiveness. The computer and the robot have been developed during recent times. The intelligent robot combines both technologies and requires a thorough understanding and knowledge of mechatronics.