manufacturing robot
nounUK /ˌmæn.jəˈfæk.tʃər.ɪŋ ˈrəʊ.bɒt/
US /ˌmæn.jəˈfæk.tʃɚ.ɪŋ ˈroʊ.bɑːt/
A machine that helps build things in a factory.
The manufacturing robot lifted the heavy car part and placed it on the line.
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2. A programmable machine used to weld parts together on a production line.
The welding manufacturing robot joined the metal frames in seconds.
3. An automated arm that paints products in a factory.
A manufacturing robot sprayed an even coat of paint on each bicycle frame.
4. A robotic system that moves materials around a warehouse or plant.
The manufacturing robot carried boxes of parts from storage to the workstations.
5. A machine that inspects finished goods for quality in a factory.
The manufacturing robot checked every bottle for cracks before packing.