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robotics

American  
[roh-bot-iks] / roʊˈbɒt ɪks /

noun

(used with a singular verb)

  1. the use of computer-controlled robots to perform manual tasks, especially on an assembly line.

robotics British  
/ rəʊˈbɒtɪks /

noun

  1. the science or technology of designing, building, and using robots

  2. another name for robot dancing

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Etymology

Origin of robotics

1941; robot + -ics; coined by Isaac Asimov

Example Sentences

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By applying principles from larger-scale robotics such as rigid, compliant and origami robots, scientists are adapting familiar mechanical concepts to the nanoscale.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

And we've committed to developing robotics technology, to developing lunar rovers that are going to help explore the surface.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Altman told staff the Sora team will now focus on longer-term bets such as robotics.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

He said the company has “other categories of chips in the works,” such as those for autonomous vehicles and robotics.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026

“You should fill one out. Enter to win this robotics thing. You never know. Maybe something good will happen.”

From "The First State of Being" by Erin Entrada Kelly

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