robotics

American  

[roh-bot-iks] / roʊˈbɒt ɪks /

noun

(used with a singular verb)

1. the use of computer-controlled robots to perform manual tasks, especially on an assembly line.

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robotics British  

/ rəʊˈbɒtɪks /

noun

1. the science or technology of designing, building, and using robots

2. another name for robot dancing

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Etymology

Origin of robotics

1941; robot + -ics; coined by Isaac Asimov

Example Sentences

The National Robotarium at Heriot-Watt University is leading breakthroughs in medical and offshore robotics, having incubated 14 companies in its first few years.

From BBC

Advances in robotics present new possibilities for medicine, but also portend a system that could leave millions of its human workers unemployed.

From The Wall Street Journal

Along with general language models, there are ones for math, science, robotics, and autonomous driving.

From Barron's

The vehicles are to be made in a Los Angeles facility that will also serve as a school for robotics and agentic AI systems.

From Barron's

Martin added that she expects the company’s operating margins to continue expanding, as the company is slowing the growth of its head count and recognizing productivity gains from algorithms and robotics.

From MarketWatch

Related Words

• artificial intelligence
• computer technology
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