Introduction to Robotics A Force of the Future
Robots of the media
What kinds of robots are there? What are the parts of a robot? How do robots move? How do robots help us?
What kinds of robots are there?
Types of robots are automatic machines that extend human potential. do work that humans can but should not do. Simple Level Robots:
Types of robots are programmable, multipurpose, electromechanical machines. do work that humans normally do. Middle Level Robots:
Types of robots are reprogrammable, multifunctional, manipulators. are designed to move materials, tools and parts through programmed paths. are suited for a variety of tasks. Complex Level Robots:
What are the parts of a robot? Manipulator Pedestal Controller End Effectors Power Source
Manipulator (Mimics the human arm) Base Appendages -Shoulder -Arm -Grippers
Pedestal (Human waist) Supports the manipulator. Acts as a counterbalance.
Controller (The brain) Issues instructions to the robot. Controls peripheral devices. Interfaces with robot. Interfaces with humans.
End Effectors (The hand) Spray paint attachments Welding attachments Vacuum heads Hands Grippers
Power Source (The food) Electric Pneumatic Hydraulic
How do robots move?
Cartesian Coordinate System
X- Axis
Cartesian Coordinate System Y- Axis
Cartesian Coordinate System Z- Axis
Cartesian Coordinate System
Cylindrical Coordinate System
Y - Axis
Cylindrical Coordinate System Z - Axis
Cylindrical Coordinate System - Axis
Cylindrical Coordinate System
Polar (Spherical) Coordinate System
- Axis
Polar (Spherical) Coordinate System - Axis
Polar (Spherical) Coordinate System Y - Axis
Polar (Spherical) Coordinate System
Revolute (Joined-Arm) Coordinate System
- Axis
Revolute (Joined-Arm) Coordinate System - Axis
Revolute (Joined-Arm) Coordinate System - Axis
Revolute (Joined-Arm) Coordinate System
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Degrees of Freedom VS
Degrees of Freedom Rotating the base.
Degrees of Freedom Pivot the base of the arm.
Degrees of Freedom Bending the elbow.
Degrees of Freedom Wrist up and down.
Degrees of Freedom Wrist left and right.
Degrees of Freedom Rotating the wrist.
Applications Transporting materials, tools, equipment. Assembling parts. Quality control. Cutting materials. Others
How can robots be classified? What are the major parts of a robot? How can robots move? How can robots help extend our potential?