Robotics is the field of engineering that focuses on the design, construction, and use of robots. A robot is a machine that can sense its environment, process sensory information, and take actions to achieve tasks. The history of robotics began in the 1950s when the term "robot" was coined. Isaac Asimov introduced the Three Laws of Robotics to ensure robots do not harm humans. Robots have many uses and advantages, including speed, ability to work in hazardous environments, performing repetitive tasks efficiently and accurately. The main components of a robot include its structure, power source, actuation, sensing abilities, manipulation effectors, and locomotion system. Robotics has applications in healthcare, education, research, household tasks