1. Robotics
In healthcare

2. Define these terms: Prototype Humanoid Nano-robot Anthropomorphic
Bell work
Define these terms:
Prototype
Humanoid
Nano-robot
Anthropomorphic
Prosthetic

4. What are the advantages of creating a walking robot that is able to maneuver around the surface of the earth like human beings and other creatures that have legs? What are some situations for which walking robots would be better suited than wheeled vehicles.
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5. In movies, on television, and in books, robots are often (though not always) portrayed as the enemies of humankind. Why do you think science fiction writers depict robots as frightening? What qualities make robots scary to humans?
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6. Robots—from miniature earthbound types to those launched into Earth's orbit—can be used by our neighbors, the military, local police forces, and our bosses to monitor every movement we make. In a free society that values privacy, there may be a need to put limits on the use of such surveillance-type robots. Take an inventory of the surveillance technology that is already available in your community and school. What rules do you think should be put into place for the acceptable use of each of these technologies?

7. Medical technologies that extend or enhance the quality of human life are becoming available at a pace that is faster than their ethical use can be debated, long before the rules that may govern their use can be enacted into law. Discuss some of the economic and sociological problems that might confront the next generation of Americans as these technologies become available. Consider possible solutions to each problem.

8. We are sometimes concerned about robots taking jobs away from humans
We are sometimes concerned about robots taking jobs away from humans.  Even at Wal-Mart we have witnessed that cashiers are not a necessity anymore.  Take a look at this working robot.

10. Here is another example of a working robot that I am glad we have available.  

12. And how would you feel about meeting this robot?

14. Artificial limbs may soon be connected directly to the nervous system so that the brain can command them to walk, grasp, wave hello, or even write a novel. Soon we may even be able to send commands to robots by mental telepathy. Will the next step be the creation of a robot brain that can think, learn, and make decisions without human control? Is this a good idea? What technological challenges stand in the way of this happening? Why do so many people think that this will never and should never happen?

15. It's probably obvious why it would be better to use a robot than a human to perform certain functions—like diffusing a bomb, for instance, or fighting in a war. On the other hand, would you want a robot pitcher on your favorite baseball team? A robot teacher in your classroom? A robot psychiatrist or president? A robot parent? A robot best friend? What qualities do humans have that you think could never be replaced by robots? Why?

17. Assignment
In groups of 2 you are going to design additional robots that can help someone who has a disability.
Begin by choosing a person (someone you know or a hypothetical person) who has one or more disabilities. You should focus on just one disability that the new robot will address.
When each group has identified the role his or her robot will play in helping a human, you should generate by hand a drawing that represents what the new robot and its parts will look like. You should also prepare a second drawing showing the robot actually interacting with the human or the human using the robot
Label each of the robot's parts or features and write a paragraph on how the invention could have a positive impact on the quality of a human's life.
End your paragraph by predicting whether humans will accept or reject the new robot—and why.
Due by the end of class.  If time permits we will present today, if not then tomorrow.

18. Thank You