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Definitions 

 

Adaptive / Intelligent robot: an adaptive robot uses sensors and an intelligence core (e.g. a Computer), to overcome obstacles, change its environment and/or complete a series of tasks to continue operating, no matter what challenges may be in its way. For example, a driverless car adapts to its surroundings.

 

Non-adaptive / Dumb robot: a non-adaptive robot will perform its task in a continuous loop, despite changes in its working environment. It will continue to operate until it is shut off by a human operator or is broken. For example, a toaster.

 

“Degrees of Freedom”: the number of variables required to specify the position and orientation of an object. E.g. an arm with six degrees of motion can reach any position close enough and can orientate its end effectors appropriately.