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Cybernetics and the trends in robotics developments 2004‐2008

Brian H. Rudall (Norbert Wiener Institute of Systems and Cybernetics and The University of Wales, Wales, UK)
C.J.H. Mann (Norbert Wiener Institute of Systems and Cybernetics, Menai Bridge (UK))

Kybernetes

ISSN: 0368-492X

Article publication date: 1 July 2006

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Abstract

Purpose

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Aims to review current trends in the development of robotics 2004‐2008, from a cybernetic viewpoint, and provide; data from the UNECE/IFR World Robotics Survey.

Design/methodology/approach

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A general review and survey of selected research and development topics.

Findings

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Illustrates the multi‐ and trans‐disciplinary interests of cybernetics and systems and aims to further research and development activity.

Practical implications

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The choice of reviews provides an awareness of the current initiatives and trends in these areas of research and endeavour.

Originality/value

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The reviews are selected from a global database and give a studied assessment of current research and development initiatives.

Keywords

Citation

Rudall, B.H. and Mann, C.J.H. (2006), "Cybernetics and the trends in robotics developments 2004‐2008", Kybernetes, Vol. 35 No. 6, pp. 775-782. https://doi.org/10.1108/03684920610662566

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

Copyright © 2006, Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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