Introduction Automation has progressed over centuries, evolving from mechanical tools to digital and intelligent systems. Phase 1: Mechanical Automation (1700s–1900s) Industrial Revolution Steam-powered machines Mechanized textile production Reduced manual labor dependency Phase 2: Industrial & Electrical Automation (1900s–1970s) Assembly lines (Ford) Electrification Early control systems PLCs introduced Phase 3: Computerized Automation (1970s–1990s) CNC machines Computer-aid

Introduction Automation refers to the use of technology to perform tasks with minimal human intervention. It is one of the most transformative forces shaping industries, economies, and daily life. From factory robots assembling cars to software automatically processing invoices, automation enables efficiency, consistency, speed, and scalability. At its heart, automation is about replacing repetitive, rule-based human effort with machines or software that can execute tasks rel

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