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CT Gave Birth to the Very First Robot

CT Gave Birth to the Very First Robot

Released Thursday, 18th April 2024
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CT Gave Birth to the Very First Robot

CT Gave Birth to the Very First Robot

CT Gave Birth to the Very First Robot

CT Gave Birth to the Very First Robot

Thursday, 18th April 2024
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Connecticut is the home of many inventions. One that's of particular interest is the first robot. The first industrial robot ever placed on a production line was built in Danbury and spearheaded by the holder of the patent (George Devol, of Wilton) and the marketing mastermind who found the markets and promoted the invention (Joseph Engelberger, of Newtown). Engelberger, known as “the father of robotics,” also spearheaded the first use of robots in hospitals. Hear the story behind the development of robots with Newtown Historical Society President Ben Cruson.

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