Robot history: everything you wanted to know
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Robotics and Gender: Historical Contexts
This chapter explores the intersection of the Industrial Revolution and robotics, focusing on the pivotal role of the Jacquard Loom in automating textile design. It also investigates the Luddite Rebellion as a significant political movement advocating for worker dignity, while addressing the evolving gender dynamics within technology and the implications for women in STEM today.
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