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•  Remote-Controlled Robots: Remote-controlled robots need
                                                    a human operator to guide them. These robots are commonly
                                                    used in situations where human presence might be dangerous,
                                                    such as exploring underwater or defusing bombs.




                  i +  HOW DO ROBOTS PROCESS INFORMATION?

                 •  Input: The robot receives information from its sensors. For instance, a robot might sense an
                   object in front of it through a proximity sensor.

                 •  Processing: The robot’s control system analyses the data. In the case of detecting an object,
                   the system determines what action to take—like moving around it.
                 •  Output: Once the decision is made, the robot sends a command to its actuators to execute
                   the action. For example, the robot moves left to avoid the object.


                  i +   REAL-LIFE APPLICATIONS OF ROBOTS




                                               •  Manufacturing: Robots are widely used in industries for tasks
                                                 like assembling cars or electronics. They can work faster and more
                                                 accurately than humans in repetitive jobs.




                 •  Healthcare: Robots assist in surgeries, improving precision and
                   reducing the chance of errors. Some robots help in rehabilitation
                   by guiding patients through exercises.




                                               •  Exploration: Robots explore environments that are dangerous
                                                  for humans, such as outer space or deep oceans. The Mars Rover
                                                  is a perfect example of a robot used in space exploration.




                 Robots  are  transforming  the  way  we  live  and  work  by  taking  over  tasks  that  are  repetitive,
                 dangerous, or require extreme precision. By understanding how robots work, we can appreciate
                 the incredible engineering behind these machines and imagine new possibilities for the future.















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