Robotics

The science and technology behind the design, manufacturing and application of robots.

• Computer Science

• Robotics

• Engineering Design Process

• Manufacturing

The robotics subsystem that form the chassis of the robot. It is "effectively the skeleton” of the robot to which all other parts are attached.

• Control Subsystem

• Logic Subsystem

• Sensor Subsystem

• Structure Subsystem

An automated system is one that:

• follows pre-defined behviors to perform specific tasks

• requires a human operator to carry out its task

• can operate independently, make decisions, and adapt to new situations.

An automous system is one that:

• follows pre-defined behviors to perform specific tasks

• requires a human operator to carry out its task

• can operate independently, make decisions, and adapt to new situations.

Electronically controlled mechanism (i.e. claw), that performs tasks by interacting with its environment

• Sensors

• Actuators

• Manipulators

• Bumper Switch

These components collect input from the environment and provide information that the robot can respond to.

• Manipulators

• Drivetrain

• Subsystem

• Sensors

What is the name of this VEX part?

• Bushing Block

• Bearing Flat

• Guide Block

• Spacer

What is the name of this nut?

• KEPS

• Nylock

• Wing

• CAP

The robotics subsystem that coordinates and controls all the other components. It is "effectively the robot’s brain."

• Cortex Microcontroller

• Sensors

• Mechanical Parts

• Line Follower

What is the key component the motion subsystem which causes a mechanical system to move?

• sensors

• manipulators

• motors/servos

• body/frame