Robots: Are You Ready?

Exploring the Amazing World of Robots

What words come to mind when you hear the word robot?

Write the words in your Engineering Notebook

What Is a Robot?

A machine designed to perform tasks automatically Often controlled by a computer or program Can do things that might be dangerous for people Examples: underwater exploration, space missions

Robot or Not Robot?

Look at each picture Decide: Is it a robot? Explain your reasoning Think about our definition!

Robot Body Parts: Hardware

Hardware = the physical parts you can touch Body structure and frame Motors that make parts move Sensors to detect the environment

Robot Brain: Software

Software = programs and instructions Tells the robot what to do Like apps on your tablet or phone Without software, robots can't work!

Sensors: Robot Senses

{"left":"Light sensors (like eyes)\nMotion sensors (detect movement)\nTemperature sensors (feel hot/cold)","right":"Sound sensors (like ears)\nTouch sensors (feel objects)\nHelp robots understand their environment"}

Be a Human Robot!

Partner up: one robot, one programmer Programmer gives step-by-step instructions Robot follows EXACTLY what is said Goal: Pick up a pencil and place it in a box

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

AI helps robots think and learn Like human intelligence, but in machines Your smartphone uses AI! Examples: voice assistants, game characters

Where Do We See Robots Today?

Think about your daily life What robots might you see or use? Consider robots that help people Share your ideas!

Amazing Robot Jobs

The Future is Here!

Robots are not science fiction anymore - they're science fact! They help us explore, learn, and solve problems Maybe YOU will design the next amazing robot!