Video: The Social Relationships of Human and Robots
Video: The Social Relationships of Human and Robots
The advancements in robotics have allowed them to exit the factory and enter public spaces.
In the past few years, robots have become a crucial tool in the battle against supply chain disruptions and labor shortages. The COVID-19 pandemic put a significant strain on the workforce and the need to create socially distant and safe environments; robots answered the call. This was possible as advancements in AI, machine vision, and cloud computing have made robots smarter than ever before. The future of robotics is outside of the factory, as these technological advancements provide robots the ability to function in unstructured environments and operate safely near humans.
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