Intro to Robotics

What is robotics?

• The study of science

• The study of mechanics

• The study of robots

• The study of technology

What is a robot?

• A machine that is capable of being programmed to perform tasks (autonomously)

• A machine that makes our lives

• A device that performs calculations

• A tool that assists humans

What is robot programming?

• Controlling a robot

• Making a robot move

• Collecting data from a robot

• Giving sets of instructions a robot

What are the two main types of robot programming methods?

• Java programming & Python programming

• Offline programming & Online programming

• C++ programming and C# programming

• Netbeans programming and Makeblock programming

What is one advantage of online robot programming over offline robot programming?

• It is a faster process

• It is suitable for large robots

• It is good for integrating sensor data

• It is good for working with several robots

What is one disadvantage of lead-through robot programming?

• This method of programming is outdated

• This method of programming is not widely accepted in industry

• This method of programming requires a lot of memory

• This method of programming is time-consuming

What is one advantage of teach box programming?

• It is affordable

• It is ideal for beginners

• It is great for large, industrial robots

• It is widely accepted

What really is a teach box/pendant?

• a robot controller

• a remote

• a bluetooth sensor

• an IR receiver

If a company was building a large robotic drone, what method of robot programming would be most ideal?

• Online robot programming

• Offline Robot programming

• Teach Box robot programming

• Combination Robot Programming

What is a disadvantage of online robot programming?

• You must be near the robot physically

• You must have a bigger power supply

• You must have more resources

• You must have more experience