Grade 9 Robotics Test Study Notes

These flashcards cover key concepts and vocabulary from the Grade 9 Robotics lecture notes.

Robotics

The study of designing and programming robots.

Robot

A machine that can sense, think, and act to perform tasks automatically.

Micro:bit

A small microcontroller board used to learn coding and robotics.

Sensor

Devices that detect changes in the environment.

Actuator

Parts that move or act, such as motors, servo motors, or wheels.

Programming (Coding)

A set of instructions telling the robot what to do.

MakeCode

Block-based coding platform used with the Micro:bit.

Python

Text-based coding language that can be used with the Micro:bit.

Sequence

Steps in programming that happen in order.

Loop

A programming structure that repeats instructions.

If statement

A programming structure that makes a decision (if/else).

Bug

A mistake in a program.

Testing

Checking if your program works correctly.

Power Supply

The battery pack or USB cable that provides power to the robot.

Real-world Examples of Robots

Factory robots, delivery drones, cleaning robots, robotic arms for surgery, robots exploring Mars.