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R&D Profile Section: The Robotics and Intelligent Systems Program (RISP) at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory*

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  09 March 2009

C. R. Weisbin ,
W. R. Hamel ,
D. P. Kuban ,
S. A. Meacham  and
F. G. Pin
C. R. Weisbin
Affiliation:
Oak Ridge National Laboratory, † Oak Ridge, Tennessee 37831–6364 (USA)
W. R. Hamel
Affiliation:
Oak Ridge National Laboratory, † Oak Ridge, Tennessee 37831–6364 (USA)
D. P. Kuban
Affiliation:
Oak Ridge National Laboratory, † Oak Ridge, Tennessee 37831–6364 (USA)
S. A. Meacham
Affiliation:
Oak Ridge National Laboratory, † Oak Ridge, Tennessee 37831–6364 (USA)
F. G. Pin
Affiliation:
Oak Ridge National Laboratory, † Oak Ridge, Tennessee 37831–6364 (USA)
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Summary

This paper describes the Robotics and Intelligent Systems Program (RISP) at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). RISP is a focal point at ORNL for studies in robotics, teleoperations, and related aspects of intelligent machines, such as artificial intelligence, neural networks, and parallel computing. RISP research is intended to minimize human error through automation of repetitive, dull, and routine tasks; to minimize human risk by allowing effective remote operation in hazardous environments; to optimize cooperation of humans and machines; and to cope effectively with emergency situations where fast response is essential.

Keywords

RoboticsIntelligent systemsAutomationArtificial IntelligenceNeural networksParallel computing.

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Robotica , Volume 7 , Issue 2 , April 1989 , pp. 101 - 111
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1989

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