Abstract
Reporters obtained the following quote from the background information supplied by the inventors: “As technology advances, various types of robotic devices are being created for performing a variety of functions that may assist users. Robot ic devices may be used for applications involving material handling, transportat ion, welding, assembly, and dispensing, among others. Over time, the manner in w hich these robotic systems operate is becoming more intelligent, efficient, and intuitive. As robotic systems become increasingly prevalent in numerous aspects of modern life, it is desirable for robotic systems to be efficient. Therefore, a demand for efficient robotic systems has helped open up a field of innovation in actuators, movement, sensing techniques, as well as component design and asse mbly.”
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