Self-Reconfiguring Modular Robotics

Self-Reconfiguring Modular Robotics is going to have some profound consequences for business and society. It will simplify product development, revolutionise distribution, reduce costs so much it can transform our lives. It can also help us reduce our ecological footprint dramatically.

Per Sjoborg

July 16, 2009

Self-Reconfiguring Modular Robotics is going to have some profound consequences for business and society.

For more information see my essay:

Self Reconfiguring Modular Robotics Essentials

I run my blog as a way to learn and spread information about this interesting topic.

Self-Reconfiguring Modular Robotics is going to have some profound consequences for business and society.

For more information see my essay:

Self Reconfiguring Modular Robotics Essentials

I run my blog as a way to learn and spread information about this interesting topic.

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