How Do Robots See Things
A simple guide explains robotic vision from flashes of light for cameras to detect shapes. It notes sensors that help robots see hear feel and smell and describes a camera as the robot eye. The computer reads the image to identify shapes and guide the robot arm to pick up or inspect parts.
How Do Robots Pick Up Things Three Fingered Bot Fun
A short feature notes that some robots are not factory workers but entertaining aides in homes parks and offices. It explains early limitations as robots today understand little and human operators may input answers, marking a step toward more integrated daily robots.
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Betty Debnam
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Jeans through the ages and youth smoking trends
The Mini Page notes that the typical American family owns about 13 and a half pairs of blue jeans. It traces jeans to 19th century California miners and cites a decline in smoking among 18 to 25 year olds from nearly 50 percent in 1974 to about 40 percent last year, with optimism for further drops.
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Betty Debnam
Universal Press
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