Robotics Presented by: Mr. William Bechtel

What is a Robot?

“I can’t define a robot, but I know one when I see one.” – Joseph Engelberger a pioneer in industrial robotics.

Robot or Not?

Robot

Robot or Not?

•Sony’s AIBO •Robot!

Robot or Not?

Robot

Robot or Not?

Honda’s ASIMO Robot

Robot or Not?

By some definitions - Robot

Robot or Not?

Friendly Robotics’ Robomower.

Robot or Not?

NOT!

Basic Components

•A body structure •A muscle system •A sensory system •A power source •A “brain”

Body Structures •Movable bodies – typically metal or plastic

Muscle Systems •Actuators – Electric Motors – Solenoids – Servos – Hydraulics •Muscle Wires

Sensory Systems and the “Brains” of the operation •Human Input – Remote Control •Computer Controls – Basic Stamps – Reprogrammable

Sensory Systems •Sensors – Light – Sound – Motion – IR – Etc.

Power Sources •Electrical – AC/DC •Hydraulics – Fluid Pressure

Uses of Robotics •The Robotic Arm •Most robots are designed to do heavy, repetitive work.

•They do tasks that are difficult, dangerous or boring to humans.

Robotic Arm

Mobile Robots •Wheels or Legs?

– Wheels work best on relatively smooth surfaces – Legs work well on rough terrain

Mobile Robots •Remote Controlled – Radio or IR •Useful for exploring dangerous or inaccessible places – Volcanoes, Nuclear Reactors, Other planets, etc

Mobile Robots •Autonomous Mobility – Act on their own preprogrammed to perform tasks •Sensors make robots “smart” and adaptable.

Mobile Robots

The Future of Robotics •Artificial Intelligence?

– Robots that learn, solve problems, interact socially.

Credits • Center for Manufacturing Systems and Robotics Industrial Robotics Laboratory Prof. M. Shoham , Head • • www.bcbarton.co.uk/ pages/history.html

www.bnl.gov/bnlweb/pubaf/ pr/1997/bnlpr070997.htm

• How Stuff Works (www.howstuffworks.com/robot.htm)