Robotics and Intelligent Machines in Australia - A State of the Art Report

In this paper the current state-of-the-art in advanced automation and robotics in Australia is reviewed. The paper briefly documents the history of robotics research in Australia and identifies the stage in the technology development cycle that has been attained.it is thought that the end of the start phase has been reached. The paper also reviews a variety of specific research projects and prototype systems under development at various research institutes and universities across the country. The paper concludes that a lively and broadly based research effort in the country is underway albeit on quite a small scale.