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    T      Artificial intelligence (AI) is computer systems that can simulate human intelligence 
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     T       Biometrics authentication is used as a form of identification which recognises 
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     T       Vision Enhancement uses video technology which is projected to the user though 
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    T     Robotics are used commonly in the manufacturing industry typically completing 
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           How Are Robots Used in a Factory?
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