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1. Define the following terms:
a. Robotics
Robotics is a part of Engineering and Science. It has to do with the creation and building of robots, as well as computer programming. It is interdisciplinary, using mechanical, electrical and other kinds of engineering. Robots are sometimes used to do things that humans cannot, like finding and destroying bombs, or going places that are too hot, small, dangerous or distant for humans. Some robots look like humans, but most just look like machines.
Robotics comes from the word robot, which in turn comes from the Slavic word robota. Robota means labor, or work. [Source https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robotics]
b. Automation
2. Briefly describe three examples on how the use of robotics and automation has made an impact on society.
3. Briefly describe the following tools:
a. Robotic control systems
b. Motion Control
c. Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
4. Define computer vision. Give three practical examples of its use.
5. Describe and give an example of each of the following types of robotic motion:
a. Rolling
b. Swimming
c. Walking
d. Flying
e. Climbing
6. Describe what is used as a power source for most robotic applications.
7. Describe, draw, or show pictures of a ballbot.
8. List four advantages and four disadvantages of automation. Briefly describe each.
9. Define and give two practical illustrations on the following types of automation:
a. Home
b. Auto Manufacturing
c. Industrial
d. Mining
e. Retail
10. Become familiar with any FAA (or equivalent body) regulations governing the operation of robots (including drones) in your locality.
11. Discuss with a group the biblical context of the following texts as they relate to the field of automation and robotics:
a. Genesis 1:27
b. Psalm 139:14
c. Proverbs 1:1-7
d. 1 Corinthians 2:16
12. List and discuss the relevance of Isaac Asimov’s three rules governing robots.
13. Research ideas on robotic construction projects. Based on your research, construct and successfully operate a robot from a kit.
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