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= 20th century in robotics
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The 20th century was a pivotal period for the development of robotics, characterized by significant technological advancements and conceptual breakthroughs that laid the foundation for modern robotics. Here are some key milestones and trends in robotics during that time: 1. **Early Concepts and Theoretical Foundations (1950s):** - The term "robot" was popularized by Czech writer Karel Čapek in his 1920 play "R.U.R. (Rossum's Universal Robots).