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Recognize the definition of robotics, which is a field of computer science focused on the design, building, and functioning of robots. Examples include industrial machines, home robots, and drones.

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Recognize the definition of robotics, which is a field of computer science focused on the design, building, and functioning of robots. Examples include industrial machines, home robots, and drones

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  • You need to be able to recognize the definition of robotics, which is a field of computer science focused on the design, building, and functioning of robots. Examples include industrial machines, home robots, and drones.
  • The key ideas to know are Define and Understand.
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Robotics Overview

Robotics is a field of computer science that focuses on the design, building, and functioning of robots. Examples include industrial machines, home robots, and drones.

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    State the definition of robotics.

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