Maya and the Robot

Check the requirements needed for something to be considered a robot.

• Must be made out of of metal

• Must be intelligent and physically embodied

• Must perform tasks autonomously

• Must look like a human

• Must be able to sense and manipulate its environment

What is a key characteristic of a robot?

• Must be made out of metal

• Must be intelligent and physically embodied

• Must perform tasks autonomously

• Must look like a human

Which of the following is essential for a machine to be considered a robot?

• Ability to sense and manipulate its environment

• Having a humanoid appearance

• Being powered by electricity

• Being controlled remotely by a human

What scientific principle allows robots to perform tasks autonomously?

• Newton's First Law of Motion

• Artificial Intelligence

• Photosynthesis

• Thermodynamics

In the context of robotics, what does the term 'actuator' refer to?

• A sensor that detects light

• A device that moves or controls a mechanism

• A software program that processes data

• A power source for the robot

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Which of the following is a real-world application of robots?

• Cooking food using a microwave

• Automated assembly lines in factories

• Writing a novel

• Playing a musical instrument

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What is the role of sensors in a robot?

• To provide power to the robot

• To process data and make decisions

• To detect changes in the environment

• To connect the robot to the internet

Which scientific concept is crucial for a robot's navigation system?

• Photosynthesis

• Electromagnetism

• GPS technology

• Cell division

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How do robots typically learn new tasks?

• Through trial and error

• By being programmed with specific instructions

• By observing human behavior

• By reading books

What is the importance of feedback loops in robotic systems?

• To increase the speed of the robot

• To allow the robot to adjust its actions based on the environment

• To provide entertainment

• To store energy for later use

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