What is robotics

What are the primary subjects involved in the study and practice of robotics design and building?

Mechanical engineering, Computer Science, Electronics, and Mechatronics.

What is meant by 'form follows function' in robotics design?

The shape of a robot is designed specifically to perform a task effectively.

What are the primary ways robots can be powered?

Lead acid batteries, generators, compressed gas, solar power, hydraulics, flywheel energy storage, organic garbage, and nuclear.

What are the three types of robot control systems?

Remote control, artificial intelligence (AI), and a combination of both.

What is actuation in robotics?

It refers to the 'muscles' of the robot that create motion.

What kind of sensors can robots use to gather information?

Tactile sensor array, Lidar, sonar, and radar.

What is the function of a Lidar sensor in robotics?

Lidar measures reflected light and is used for distance measuring, functioning like a robot's eyes.

Which actuation method is typically used for lighter systems?

Electric motors, specifically brushed or brushless DC motors.

What is the primary use of linear actuators in robotics?

They provide in-and-out motion, typically for larger applications requiring more force.

Name some applications of robots in various fields.

Manufacturing, transport, home automation, automated mining, medicine, military, and Robo sports.

How do robots decide to take action based on their environment?

Robots use embedded software to make decisions based on the data collected from their sensors.

What type of power source can be considered renewable for robots?

Solar power and organic garbage.

In which medium is sonar predominantly used for sensing in robots?

In water.

What is the role of generators in powering robots?

Generators provide electrical power, especially for larger robots or systems requiring continuous energy supply.