2005 in robotics

In the context of robotics, the year 2005 saw several significant developments and events. While it wasn't a standout year in terms of groundbreaking inventions, it was part of a trend of increasing interest and investment in robotics. Here are a few highlights from that period: 1. **Autonomous Vehicles**: The DARPA Grand Challenge in 2005 attracted considerable attention as teams competed to develop fully autonomous vehicles.