Chapter 19 Robotics in Micro-Manufacturing and Micro-Robotics
Introduction
This chapter is focused on robotics in micro-manufacturing and micro-robotics. First, an introduction to robotics is made, so as to provide a clear differentiation between three different type-scales of robots: macro-robots, micro-robots and nano-robots. MEMS are also commented upon, as they are closely related to micro-robots. Next, the chapter goes in depth into two main micro-robotics applications: micro-assembly and micro-handling. Sensors and actuators in micro-robotics are explained later, and finally, several current examples of micro-robots are presented.
Robot Definitions
A robot can be seen as an electromechanical system programmable ...
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