The Evolution of Robotics
Robotics has evolved from simple
mechanical devices to advanced systems
transforming industries and daily life.
Early Beginnings:
Ancient civilizations created automata, such as mechanical
birds and clockwork devices, to mimic life.
Industrial Revolution:
Automation advanced with steam engines and devices like
Jacquard’s loom, laying the groundwork for modern machines.
Modern Robotics:
In the 20th century, programmable robots like the Unimate
revolutionized manufacturing, making robotics a crucial
industrial tool.
21st Century Innovations:
AI-powered robots now perform complex tasks, from autonomous
driving to surgery and space exploration.
Future Challenges and Opportunities:
Robots face hurdles like ethics, adaptability, and cost but promise
transformative advances, including soft robotics, AI integration,
and bio-inspired designs. Robotics is poised to enhance human
potential and reshape the future.
Rubén González Nogueira