robotfirmware
nounUK /ˈrəʊ.bɒt ˈfɜːm.weər/
US /ˈroʊ.bɑːt ˈfɝːm.wer/
The special computer instructions inside a robot that tell it how to move and work.
The engineer updated the robotfirmware so the robot could walk faster.
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2. The low-level code stored on a robot's hardware chip that starts up when the robot is turned on.
The robotfirmware loads before the main app runs.
3. A software package that a robot maker releases to fix bugs or add new abilities.
The company released new robotfirmware that improves battery life.
4. The part of a robot's software that directly controls motors and sensors.
Technicians tested the robotfirmware to make sure the arms moved safely.