Robot
Robot is an automatically operated machine that replaces human effort. Robot is capable of carrying out a complex series of actions and can be programmed by a computer.
Robots have replaced humans in performing repetitive and dangerous tasks which humans prefer not to do, or are unable to do because of size limitations, or which take place in extreme environments such as outer space or the bottom of the sea.
There are concerns about the increasing use of robots and their role in society. Robots are blamed for rising technological unemployment as they replace workers in increasing numbers of functions. The use of robots in military combat raises ethical concerns.
Source : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robot
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