What does the term "advanced robotics" typically refer to?

A) Robots operating in highly structured environments

B) Robots with limited autonomy
C) Robots operating in unstructured or scarcely structured environments
D) Robots with mature technology
Answer: C) Robots operating in unstructured or scarcely structured environments
Why is advanced robotics still considered to be in its youth?
A) Due to the lack of prototypes
B) Because the associated technology is not yet mature
C) Because there is no demand for advanced robots
D) Due to the high cost of development
Answer: B) Because the associated technology is not yet mature
What are some motivations for advancing knowledge in the field of advanced robotics?
A) Reducing the quality of life
B) Developing products for niche markets
C) Improving safety in environments where human operators are not available
D) Limiting the use of robots to industrial applications
Answer: C) Improving safety in environments where human operators are not available
What does the graph in Figure 1.34 depict?
A) The number of industrial robots in stock
B) The forecasted sales of industrial robots
C) The number of robots in stock for non-industrial applications
D) The growth rate of the robotics industry
Answer: C) The number of robots in stock for non-industrial applications
Which term best describes the environments in which robots for non-industrial applications operate?
A) Highly structured
B) Minimally structured
C) Unstructured or scarcely structured
D) Fully predictable
Answer: C) Unstructured or scarcely structured