ROBOTICS (LESSON

A robot

A programmable mechanical device that can perform tasks and interact with its environment without human interaction.

Robot (simple definition)

A programmable machine that can carry out complex actions automatically.

Robotics

The branch of technology that deals with the design, construction, operation, and use of robots.

Fields Combined in Robotics

Engineering, computer science, and electronics.

Goal of Robotics

To create machines that can assist and interact with humans.

Ancient Roots of Robotics

Concepts of artificial beings in myths and legends such as the bronze giant Talos and the Golem.

Origin of the word “Robot”

Introduced by Karel Čapek in his 1920 play R.U.R. (Rossum’s Universal Robots).

Unimate

The first industrial robot created by George Devol; used for repetitive tasks like welding in car manufacturing.

1950s Robotics Milestone

Development of Unimate, the first industrial robot.

1960s–1970s Robotics

Robots began being used in manufacturing.

1990s–present Robotics

Rapid advancements in AI and robotics technology.

Body Frame (Robot Component)

Provides the structure of the robot.

Control System

The robot’s “nervous system” that controls operations.

Drivetrain

Enables a robot to move from location to location.

Manipulators

Parts that allow a robot to move or reorient objects without human contact.

Industrial Robots

Robots used for manufacturing, assembly, and packaging.

Medical Robots

Robots used for surgical assistance and rehabilitation.

Exploration Robots

Robots used for space and deep-sea missions.

Military Robots

Robots used for reconnaissance and bomb disposal.

Household Robots

Robots used for cleaning and lawn maintenance.

Entertainment Robots

Robots used as interactive toys or theme park attractions.

Stationary Robots

Robots fixed in one place, such as industrial robotic arms.

Mobile Robots

Robots that can move around, such as wheeled or legged robots.

Autonomous Robots

Robots that operate without human intervention.

Teleoperated Robots

Robots controlled remotely by humans.

Humanoid Robots

Robots designed to resemble and mimic human behavior.

Smart Home Robotics

Devices like robot vacuums and automated home systems.

Self-Driving Cars

Vehicles capable of navigating without human drivers.

Delivery Robots

Robots used to deliver goods autonomously.

Personal Assistants

Voice-activated assistants like Alexa or Siri.

Educational Robots

Robots used for learning coding and STEM.

Prosthetics and Exoskeletons

Robotic devices that assist or replace human limb functions.

Factory Automation Robots

Robots used in warehouses and production lines.

Future of Robotics

Advancements in AI and machine learning that improve robot abilities.

Human-Robot Interaction

Development of more human-like communication and emotion in robots.

Robotics in Healthcare

Increased use of robots in surgery, therapy, and elderly care.

Ethics in Robotics

Considerations and regulations for safe and fair use of robots.

Robotics and Jobs

Potential impact of robots on employment and human roles in industry.

Robotics Careers

Expanding opportunities in fields such as AI, engineering, and automation.

Proverbs 16:4 (related content)

“The Lord has made everything for its purpose, even the wicked for the day of trouble.”