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Robot manipulators can be classified by several criteria, such as their power source, meaning the way in which the joints are actuated; their geometry, or kinematic structure; their method of control; and their intended application area. Such classification is useful primarily in order to determine which robot is right for a given task. For example, an hydraulic robot would not be suitable for food handling or clean room applications whereas a SCARA robot would not be suitable for automobile spray painting. We explain this in more detail below.