Robotics

What is a robot?

• A machine that can perform tasks autonomously

• A mechanical toy

• A computer program

• A human-like machine

Which of the following is NOT a type of robot?

• Humanoid

• Industrial

• Service

• Mechanical toy

What are the three main components of a robot?

• Sensors, actuators, and microcontrollers

• Power supply, control system, and communication system

• End-effector, manipulator, and base

• None of the above

What is the workspace of a robot?

• The area where a robot can operate.

• The speed at which a robot can move.

• The accuracy of a robot's movements.

• The number of joints a robot has.

Who is often considered the father of modern robotics?

• Isaac Asimov

• George C. Devol

• Joseph Engelberger

• Nikola Tesla

When was the first industrial robot installed in a factory?

• 1940

• 1951

• 1961

• 1970

What was the name of the first commercially available industrial robot?

• Unimate

• RoboDoc

• Roomba

• AIBO

Which of the following is a key advancement in robotics in recent years?

• Development of artificial intelligence

• Creation of humanoid robots

• Miniaturization of robotic components

• All of the above

What is the primary function of a sensor in robotics?

• To control the movement of the robot

• To provide power to the robot

• To gather information about the environment

• To process data

What is autonomy in robotics?

• The ability of a robot to perform tasks efficiently.

• The ability of a robot to follow instructions.

• The ability of a robot to operate independently.

• The ability of a robot to learn from experience.