Robotics has come a long way in the past few decades. In fact, it has undergone so many changes that it has gone through four generations of evolution. In this blog, we will take a look at the different generations of robotics and how we have come to this current generation.
1. What is a Robot?
Robots, for the most part, are machines that are created to do work for a human. They are used in factory production lines, to monitor weather conditions, or to explore space. Robots can also be programmed to do simple tasks in the home. Some tasks, like cleaning floors or vacuuming, can be tedious and time-consuming. Robots can be programmed to do the work while you sit back and relax. Many people are concerned that robots will take over their jobs, but robots are not yet able to do most jobs that humans do. In fact, most robots are built to do one specific task.
2. What are second-generation Robots?
Robots have become more than just a workhorse in factories. Robots have become more advanced, they have become second-generation robots. Second generation robots, what are they? Well, they are known as collaborative robots or cobots. These new robot models are designed to work side by side with humans. They are collaborative in the sense that they can be programmed to help with a task and learn from their mistakes.