Fall 2024 - FIRT - C8: Robot Structures

What is a serial structure robot?

• A serial structure robot has its links connected in a linear sequence.

• A serial structure robot has its links connected in a circular sequence.

• A serial structure robot has its links connected in a random sequence.

• A serial structure robot has its links connected in a branching sequence.

List some characteristics of a parallel structure robot.

• Single limb with limited movement capabilities

• Fixed base with no flexibility in movement

• Multiple limbs or arms that can move independently

• Limited range of motion in each limb

What are some applications of hybrid structure robots?

• Search and rescue operations, medical surgeries, industrial automation, space exploration

• Agricultural harvesting, underwater exploration, cooking recipes

What are the differences between serial and parallel structure robots?

• The color of the robots

• The brand of the robots

• The main difference is in the arrangement of joints and arms.

• The size of the robots

What are the advantages of using hybrid structure robots?

• Hybrid structure robots have limited capabilities compared to other robots

• Hybrid structure robots offer a combination of strength and flexibility, enabling them to perform diverse tasks effectively.

• Hybrid structure robots are more expensive to manufacture

• Hybrid structure robots are less efficient than traditional robots

What are the limitations of serial structure robots?

• Limited flexibility, slower operation, reliability and maintenance issues

• Unlimited flexibility, instant operation, no need for maintenance

• High flexibility, quick operation, no concerns about reliability or maintenance

• Enhanced flexibility, faster operation, no reliability or maintenance issues

How is a serial structure robot defined?

• A serial structure robot is defined as a robot with multiple degrees of freedom in each link.

• A serial structure robot is defined as a robot with links arranged in a circular pattern.

• A serial structure robot is defined as a robot with links that can move independently of each other.

• A serial structure robot is defined as a robot where the links of the robot are connected end-to-end in a chain-like structure, with each link having only one degree of freedom.

Explain the characteristics of a parallel structure robot.

• A parallel structure robot has a linear structure

• A parallel structure robot has only one joint connected to the end-effector

• A parallel structure robot has multiple joints connected in parallel to the end-effector, allowing for increased flexibility and dexterity.

• A parallel structure robot is rigid and lacks flexibility

Discuss the applications of hybrid structure robots.

• Hybrid structure robots are applied in various fields like medical surgery, aerospace manufacturing, and advanced automation due to their enhanced performance and flexibility.

• Hybrid structure robots are limited to household chores

• Hybrid structure robots are only used in agriculture

• Hybrid structure robots are primarily designed for underwater exploration

Compare and contrast serial and parallel structure robots.

• Serial robots have multiple arms that can work simultaneously.

• Parallel robots have a single arm that performs tasks sequentially.

• Serial robots are faster than parallel robots.

• Serial robots have a single arm that performs tasks sequentially, while parallel robots have multiple arms that can work simultaneously.