Robotics and Engineering Quiz

What is the main role of a microcontroller in a robot?

• Make the robot faster

• Control the robot’s actions and decisions

• Store permanent memory

• Charge the battery

Which of the following is an output device on a robot?

• Ultrasonic sensor

• Button

• Motor

• Temperature sensor

Which step comes first in the engineering design process?

• Build a prototype

• Communicate results

• Identify the problem

• Test the solution

Which software is used to fly and program the RoboMaster TT (Tello Talent) drone?

• Arduino

• Excel

• DroneBlocks

• Photoshop

What is the main reason to calibrate sensors on a robot?

• To decorate the robot

• To improve coding speed

• To ensure accurate readings

• To reduce memory usage

What kind of sensor might a robot use to follow a black line on a white surface?

• GPS sensor

• Light/color sensor

• Temperature sensor

• Pressure sensor

What do gears in a robotic system mainly control?

• Battery level

• Communication

• Speed and torque

• Programming loops

What is one benefit of using pseudocode before writing an actual program?

• Reduces need for testing

• Makes debugging impossible

• Helps plan the logic of the program

• Automatically generates code

What component connects a robot to a wireless controller?

• Battery

• Ultrasonic sensor

• Receiver module

• Servo motor

What is one feature of autonomous robots?

• Require manual control for each move

• Make decisions based on sensors

• Only follow one path

• Operate underwater only