Unimate Bend and Swivel Actuators, Assembly 2, Reference Number Y181-21-44, 1959
THF222221 / Unimate Bend and Swivel Actuators, Assembly 2, Reference Number Y181-21-44, 1959
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Artifact Overview
George Devol revolutionized manufacturing with his invention of the Unimate -- the world's first industrial robot. These rugged programmable units were designed to perform repetitive, arduous and hazardous tasks. The first Unimate was installed in a General Motors plant in 1961. This document, part of a larger collection, chronicles the Unimate's conception, construction and operation.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Technical drawing
Date Made
22 April 1959
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2012.64.88
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Donated by the Family of George C. Devol.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Dimensions
Height: 11 in
Width: 17 in
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