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Chapter 3
compoNeNtS oF RobotS AS
A SyStem
Learning Outcomes
• Introduction to Gears • Sensors in Robotics
• Actuators • Controller for a Robotic System
• Control System in Robotics • Integrating Sensors, Actuators, and Controller in a Robotic System
Robots are advanced machines that consist of various essential components, each serving a specific purpose.
These components work harmoniously to give robots their unique abilities and functionalities. From mechanical
structures to electrical circuits and intelligent control systems, each component plays a vital role in enabling
robots to perform tasks with precision and efficiency. A robot is a complex combination of various technical
parts. The few main components are discussed below.
Brainy Fact
Asimo, a humanoid robot created by Honda, is the most expensive robot and the cost to build this
robot took $2.5 million. It was created as a part of Honda’s research and development robotics
program.
Introduction to Gears
Gears are mechanical devices with toothed wheels or cylinders that mesh together to transmit and control
motion, torque, and speed between rotating shafts. They are essential to many machines, including robots,
automobiles, industrial equipment, and various mechanical systems.
The teeth on gears are precisely shaped and positioned to engage with each other, allowing the transfer of
rotational force and motion. As one gear rotates, it drives the rotation of the mating gear through the meshing
of its teeth. This interaction between gears enables power transfer from one shaft to another while changing the
motion’s speed, direction, or torque.
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