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At a Glance
• A machine is a device that uses energy to perform a task.
• Robots are designed to operate in dynamic environments, carrying out specific tasks efficiently and effectively.
• Robots continuously sense, maintain a certain speed, and do certain tasks by using a variety of sensors, actuators,
and controllers.
• A cobot, or collaborative robot, is a robot designed to work safely alongside humans in a shared workspace.
• Collaborative robots (cobots) possess the innate ability to work in tandem with humans, whereas traditional
industrial robots work in place of humans.
• Whiz is a cleaning cobot (collaborative robot) designed for automated cleaning tasks.
• The first cobot was invented in 1996 by J. Edward Colgate and Michael Peshkin.
Exercise
Solved Questions
SECTION A (Objective Type Questions)
uiz
A. Tick ( ) the correct option.
1. What is the primary characteristic that distinguishes a robot from a machine?
a. Size and weight b. Complexity of operations
c. Autonomy and programmability d. Power source
2. Which of the following is a key characteristic of a cobot?
a. High speed and precision
b. Autonomous decision-making capability
c. Ability to operate without any human supervision
d. Safe and intuitive interaction with humans
3. What is the typical purpose of a machine?
a. To assist and collaborate with humans in various tasks
b. To carry out a specific function or process
c. To mimic human-like behaviour and intelligence
d. To interact socially with humans
4. What distinguishes a cobot from a traditional industrial robot?
a. Cobots are smaller in size
b. Cobots have a higher payload capacity
c. Cobots are designed to work alongside humans without safety barriers
d. Cobots are less expensive
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