Joseph Engelberger
Engineer of early industrial robotics
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Died
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Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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Contributed significantly to the development of industrial robots. Worked with George Devol to create Unimate, the first commercial industrial robot, which was deployed in General Motors factories in the 1960s. Founded the company Unimation, which played a crucial role in introducing robots to various manufacturing processes. Engelberger published numerous papers and books on robotics, advocating for their application in industry.
Developed Unimate, the first industrial robot
Founded Unimation, integrating robots in manufacturing
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