Components and Applications of Automated Systems and Robotics

Automated Systems

Systems comprising sensors, microprocessors, and actuators.

Sensors

Devices that measure environmental conditions.

Microprocessors

Process inputs from sensors and make decisions.

Actuators

Components that execute physical changes based on decisions.

Partial Automation

Automation that requires human intervention at times.

Full Automation

Complete operation without human involvement.

Industry Automation

Use of robotics in factories and hazardous environments.

Transport Automation

Self-driving cars and intelligent transport systems.

Agricultural Automation

Automated systems for farming tasks like irrigation.

Weather Automation

Remote stations for monitoring weather conditions.

Gaming Automation

Devices enhancing user experience in gaming.

Lighting Automation

Automatic control of lighting systems for security.

Scientific Automation

Automation in research and production processes.

Advantages of Automation

Faster operations and safer interventions than humans.

Cost Savings

Long-term financial benefits over human labor.

Disadvantages of Automation

High initial costs and potential job losses.

Robotics

Field focused on robot design and operation.

Robot

Machine that operates autonomously using programmed rules.

AI in Robotics

Robots using artificial intelligence for complex tasks.

Mechanical Structure

Physical framework of a robot.

Electrical Components

Parts that provide power and control in robots.

Programmability

Ability to be programmed for specific tasks.

Artificial Intelligence

Machines programmed to mimic human thinking.

Machine Learning

AI subset that enables learning from data.

Expert Systems

Simulate human expertise in specific domains.

Inference Engine

Component that applies rules to knowledge base.