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C. State whether these statements are true or false.
1. Cobots are typically heavier and bigger than traditional industrial robots. ………………
2. Robots are designed to be humanoid in appearance. ………………
3. Manipulators are robotic arms designed to perform specific tasks. ………………
4. Robots do not require a power source to operate. ………………
5. A machine is a device that uses energy to perform a task. ………………
SECTION B (Subjective Type Questions)
A. Short answer type questions:
1. What is a robot?
Ans. A robot is a programmable machine that can carry out tasks autonomously or semi-autonomously. Robots are designed
to perform various functions and can be controlled through programming or remote commands.
2. What are the main components of a robot?
Ans. The main components of a robot are:
a. Power Supply: Provides energy to the robot to operate its components.
b. Actuators: Devices that provide motion or mechanical movement to the robot.
c. Sensors: Devices that gather data from the robot's environment.
d. Control System: The brain of the robot, which processes data from sensors and controls the actuators.
3. What is the role of sensors in a robot?
Ans. Sensors allow the robot to gather information about its surroundings. They can include cameras, ultrasonic sensors,
infrared sensors, touch sensors, and more, depending on the robot's capabilities.
4. What are Cobots?
Ans. Cobots are known as collaborative robots. They are a type of robotic system designed to work alongside humans in
a shared workspace. Cobots are also equipped with safety features and advanced sensors that allow them to interact
safely with people.
5. What is the typical payload capacity range for cobots?
Ans. The typical payload capacity range for cobots is between 3 and 35 kilograms.
6. How are Cobots different from regular robots?
Ans. Regular robots typically work in isolation and are separated from humans due to safety concerns. In contrast, cobots
are designed to collaborate with humans, assisting them with tasks and working in close proximity without posing a
risk of injury.
7. Name the two cobots developed by Comau.
Ans. The two cobots were developed by Comau are Racer-5-0.80 and AURA.
8. How do robotic arms manipulate objects effectively?
Ans. Manipulators are robotic arms or appendages designed to perform specific tasks. They are equipped with joints,
linkages, and end-effectors (such as grippers, tools, or specialised end-of-arm tools) to interact with objects or the
environment.
9. What are some tasks that machines perform in the industrial sector, showcasing their value as reliable partners?
Ans. In the industrial sector, machines are proving themselves to be worthy teammates, carrying out tasks such as packing,
welding, material handling, palletising, labelling, inspecting product quality, and assembling.
10. Name an example of the Master-Slave Cobot.
Ans. The Da Vinci surgical system is an example of the Master-Slave Cobot.
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