Robotics is the intersection of science, engineering and technology that produces machines, called robots, that substitute for (or replicate) human actions. ... Robots are gaining intellectual and mechanical capabilities that don't put the possibility of a R2-D2-like machine out of reach in the future.
A robot is the product of the robotics field, where programmable machines are built that can assist humans or mimic human actions. Robots were originally built to handle monotonous tasks.
5 Primary Areas of Robotics -
Operator interface.
Mobility or locomotion.
Manipulators & Effectors.
Programming.
Sensing & Perception.
CAREER -
Robotics Engineering is considered a high-end professional career in India. ... There is a great demand for robotic engineers in the gaming industry and manufacturing units as well.
*Need of Robots*
Robotics technology influences every aspect of work and home. Robotics has the potential to positively transform lives and work practices, raise efficiency and safety levels and provide enhanced levels of service. In these industries robotics already underpins employment. ...
Advantages of Robots in the Workplace
Safety. Safety is the most obvious advantage of utilizing robotics. ...
Speed. Robots don't get distracted or need to take breaks. ...
Consistency. Robots never need to divide their attention between a multitude of things. ...
Perfection. ...
Happier Employees. ...
Job Creation. ...
The Disadvantages of Robots -
They Lead Humans to Lose Their Jobs. ...
They Need Constant Power. ...
They're Restricted to their Programming. ...
The Perform Relatively Few Tasks