Version 1.0, August 31, 2001, Copyright, Hugh Jack 1993-2001

39.2.2 Types of Robots

 

· Robots come in a wide variety of shapes, and configurations.

 

· The major classes of robots include,

  1. arms - fixed in place, but can reach and manipulate parts and tools
  2. mobile - these robots are free to move

 

 

39.2.2.1 - Robotic Arms

39.2.2.2 - Autonomous/Mobile Robots