Robotics 1 Midterm Study Guide

Front

What allows the robot to perform desired tasks without human guidance?

Back

Autonomous

Front

Which of the follow is NOT an essential characteristic of a Robot? Movement, Sensing, Intelligence

Back

Calibration

Front

What best describes a Robot?

Back

System that contains sensors, control systems, manipulators, power supplies and software all working together to perform a task.

Front

A sensor that detects the presence of certain light wavelengths is:

Back

A light sensor

Front

Who first introduced the word “robot”?

Back

Karel Capek

Front

Where was the term “robotics” first used?

Back

In science fiction stories

Front

What was the purpose of Asimov’s Laws of Robotics?

Back

To insure that robots always serve mankind

Front

Which of the following systems uses motors and gears? Sensor & Feedback, Structural, Propulsion, Control

Back

Propulsion

Front

The microcontroller is part of which of the following systems? Structural, Sensor & Feedback, Control, Propulsion

Back

Control

Front

Which of the following systems provide support and stability? Control, Structural, Propulsion, Sensor & Feedback

Back

Structural