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ANIMATRONIQUE [3 records]

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Record 1 2021-06-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Applications of Automation
  • Simulation (Cybernetic Systems)
DEF

[Technology] that combines traditional puppetry techniques with electronics to create lifelike animated effects.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Automatisation et applications
  • Simulation (Systèmes cybernétiques)
DEF

Ensemble de procédés électromécaniques utilisés pour animer des figurines représentant des êtres vivants.

Spanish

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Record 2 2021-06-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Applications of Automation
  • Simulation (Cybernetic Systems)
DEF

Of, or relating to, a lifelike figure that is animated in a realistic way by means of electromechanical devices.

CONT

Have you ever wondered what goes into making [an] animatronic animal? The hair, the skin, and the muscles must look as realistic as possible.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Automatisation et applications
  • Simulation (Systèmes cybernétiques)
CONT

[Un] chien animatronique [...] a été conçu comme un compagnon pour les personnes âgées atteintes de démence.

Spanish

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Record 3 2021-06-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Applications of Automation
  • Simulation (Cybernetic Systems)
DEF

A robotic model in the likeness of a real or imaginary living creature which is programmed to perform intricate, lifelike movements.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Automatisation et applications
  • Simulation (Systèmes cybernétiques)
CONT

Les animatroniques sont souvent actionnées à distance par des câbles ou par des ordinateurs. Les mouvements les plus complexes peuvent être enregistrés par un ordinateur et rejoués à volonté.

Spanish

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