Robotics
Beginner
20 mins
Teacher/Student led
115 points
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What is a Robot?

In this lesson, we will learn about robots - what they are, what they look like, what they can do, and how they work. We'll explore different ways robots are used in different industries and environments. By the end of the lesson, we'll have a better understanding of what robotics is and how robots are changing the world around us.

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    1 - Introduction

    Robots are machines that can do things on their own, without a human controlling them. They are often designed to perform tasks that are too dangerous, difficult, or time-consuming for humans to do.

    By using sensors, motors, and other components, robots can interact with their environment and make decisions based on what they see and hear.


    2 - What do robots look like?

    Robots come in all shapes and sizes! Some robots look like people and might have arms, legs, and even faces. Others might look like animals, walking on many legs like a bug or flying with wings like a bird.

    There are cool robots made to swim underwater like fish or float in space like astronauts. Some robots are simple, like a big robot arm in factories that helps make things. And some are super smart, like cars that can drive by themselves!

    So, robots can look and act in many different ways depending on what they're made to do.



    3 - What can robots do?

    Robots can do a wide range of tasks, depending on their design and programming. Some robots are designed to assist humans with daily tasks, like cleaning or cooking, while others are used in manufacturing to assemble products. Still other robots are used in scientific research or exploration, such as robots used to study the ocean floor or explore other planets.


    4 - How do robots work?

    Robots are made up of many different parts, such as sensors, motors, and controllers.

    Sensors allow robots to detect and respond to their environment, while motors allow them to move and interact with the world.

    The controller is the brain of the robot, running software that tells the robot what to do based on the data from its sensors.


    5 - Where are robots used?

    Robots can be found in many different places, from factories and hospitals to our homes and even in outer space.

    Some robots are used in hazardous environments, like nuclear power plants or mines, where humans can't go safely.

    Others are used for exploring the depths of the ocean or the vast expanse of space.



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