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This block helps robots think, plan and respond. For example, humanoid robots use algorithms to
balance and recognise speech, drones use them to control flight and mobile robots use them to
plan routes and avoid obstacles.

RECOGNISING AND UNDERSTANDING ROBOTS

Robots can be identified by observing how they look, move and perform tasks. This can be done
through demonstrations, videos or by studying their technical details.

Observing robots in action: Watching a robot perform tasks can give you important insights
into its design and capabilities. For instance, observing a robot move, pick up objects or interact
with its environment can help you understand its mobility, precision and level of automation.
Exploring robots through videos: Videos can provide a closer look at what robots can do.
They can show robots performing complex tasks like walking, flying or solving problems and
give a visual understanding of their design and control systems.

Understanding technical details: Examining a robot’s technical specifications, such as its
size, weight, power needs and parts like actuators and sensors, can reveal how the robot
works. The robot’s control system and software also indicate its intelligence and decision-
making skills.
Considering the robot’s purpose: The intended purpose of a robot is key to understanding its
capabilities. Some robots are designed for specific tasks like cleaning or manufacturing, while
others, such as humanoid robots, can do a variety of activities. Knowing its purpose helps
identify what it can do and where it may have limitations.

ROBOTS BASED ON SIZE AND DESIGN

Robots come in many sizes and shapes, depending
on what they are made to do. The size and design SMART Japan has 40% of the
of a robot depend on the task it is built for. Let’s look SPARK world’s robots, making it the
at different types of robots, from the smallest to leader in robot numbers.
the largest.
Microbots: Tiny Robots

Microbots are tiny robots, usually less than a millimetre in size. Despite their small size, they are
incredibly powerful and can perform jobs that require a high level of precision. These robots are
designed to work in very small spaces, which makes them perfect for tasks like working inside the
human body or in environments that are difficult for larger robots to reach.

Some examples of microbots are:
1. Swarm Robots: These are groups of small robots that work
together to complete tasks. For example, they can be used
to monitor environmental conditions, such as measuring air
quality or even respond to emergencies, such as helping in
rescue operations.

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