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Struggling with a tricky task? A robot arm could help you get help from a professional. Janis Stolzenwald and Walterio Mayol-Cuevas at the University of Bristol in the UK have developed a handheld robot that lets someone remotely provide assistance or guidance.
The robot could be used to inspect or carry out maintenance in factories or plants, allowing an expert to complete certain tasks without having to be present in person, says Stolzenwald.
The set-up involves a camera-equipped robot that is held by someone on site. It consists of a movable robotic…
