Unimate, developed in the early 1960s, is recognized as the first industrial robot. Created by George Devol and later commercialized by the company Unimation, Unimate was designed for use in manufacturing, particularly for tasks such as assembly, painting, and welding in automotive production lines. The robot featured a programmable arm that could perform repetitive tasks with high precision and speed, significantly enhancing productivity and reducing labor costs in factories.
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