Tag: Autonomous Systems
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DataKind: Harnessing Data Science, AI, and Robotics for Social Impact
DataKind is a global nonprofit that brings together data scientists, engineers, and strategists to tackle society’s most pressing challenges. Since its founding in 2012, DataKind has partnered with governments, NGOs, and enterprises to deliver scalable, data-driven solutions, accelerating the maturity of “Data for Good” worldwide. The Intersection of AI and Robotics in 2025 Artificial intelligence…
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Robot
A robot is generally defined as a programmable machine capable of carrying out a series of actions automatically. Unlike simple machines, robots can be reprogrammed to perform different tasks and often operate with a degree of autonomy or responsiveness to their environment. The classic industry definition from the Robot Institute of America (1979) describes a…
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Autonomous Systems
Definition Autonomous Systems refer to machines or software that can perform tasks or make decisions independently, with little to no direct human control. In essence, an autonomous system is “self-governing,” capable of carrying out complex operations in dynamic environments by making informed decisions for itself. These systems are equipped to perceive their surroundings, process information,…