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robotics
The art and science of the creation and use of robots and robotic devices. See robot and tape library.
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Definition: robotics
The art and science of the creation and use of robots and robotic devices. See robot and tape library.
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Google aims to bridge Android, cloud computing with robotics
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Robotics goes mainstream: It's now a Boy Scouts merit badge
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