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Autonomous Mobile Robot
A mobile robot that uses onboard sensing and planning to navigate within an operating environment, usually under defined constraints.
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Autonomy
The degree to which a system can perform tasks, make bounded decisions or respond to conditions without continuous direct human control.
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Robot
A programmable physical system that senses, acts or both to perform tasks; definitions vary by standard and context.
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Automated Guided Vehicle
A material-movement vehicle that generally follows defined routes or guidance infrastructure rather than planning freely through an open area.
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End Effector
The tool or device at the working end of a robot arm, such as a gripper, welder, suction cup or surgical instrument.
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Uncrewed Surface Vessel
A vessel that operates on the water surface without an onboard crew, using remote control, autonomous functions or both.
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