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Robotic Manipulation
Robotic manipulation concerns sensing, planning and controlling physical contact with objects and tools.
How it works
A robot estimates object and arm state, selects grasps or contact strategies, and controls joints and end effectors while using feedback.
Why it matters
Manipulation allows robots to do useful physical work rather than only observe or move through an environment.
Advantages
- repeatable physical tasks
- force and precision control
- tool use
Limitations
- object diversity
- contact uncertainty
- dexterity and safety challenges
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