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Introduction to Robotics A Force of the Future What do we know? Robots of the media What will we learn? What will we learn? What kinds of robots are there? What are the parts of a robot? How do robots move? How do robots help us? What kinds of robots are there? Types of robots
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Introduction to Robotics A Force of the Future
What do we know?
What will we learn?
What will we learn? • What kinds of robots are there? • What are the parts of a robot? • How do robots move? • How do robots help us?
Types of robots Simple Level Robots: • are automatic machines that extend human potential. • do work that humans can but should not do.
Types of robots Middle Level Robots: • are programmable, multipurpose, electromechanical machines. • do work that humans normally do.
Types of robots Complex Level Robots: • are reprogrammable, multifunctional, manipulators. • are designed to move materials, tools and parts through programmed paths. • are suited for a variety of tasks.
What are the parts of a robot? • Manipulator • Pedestal • Controller • End Effectors • Power Source
Manipulator (Mimics the human arm) • Base • Appendages • Shoulder • Arm • Grippers
Pedestal (Human waist) • Supports the manipulator. • Acts as a counterbalance.
Controller (The brain) • Issues instructions to the robot. • Controls peripheral devices. • Interfaces with robot. • Interfaces with humans.
End Effectors (The hand) • Spray paint attachments • Welding attachments • Vacuum heads • Hands • Grippers
Power Source (The food) • Electric • Pneumatic • Hydraulic
Cartesian Coordinate System X- Axis
Cartesian Coordinate System Y- Axis
Cartesian Coordinate System Z- Axis
Cylindrical Coordinate System Y - Axis
Cylindrical Coordinate System Z - Axis
Cylindrical Coordinate System - Axis
Polar (Spherical) Coordinate System - Axis
Polar (Spherical) Coordinate System - Axis
Polar (Spherical) Coordinate System Y - Axis
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Degrees of Freedom • Rotating the base.
Degrees of Freedom • Pivot the base of the arm.
Degrees of Freedom • Bending the elbow.
Degrees of Freedom • Wrist up and down.
Degrees of Freedom • Wrist left and right.
Degrees of Freedom • Rotating the wrist.
Why is it important?
Applications • Transporting materials, tools, equipment. • Assembling parts. • Quality control. • Cutting materials. • Others
What did we learn?
What did we learn? • How can robots be classified? • What are the major parts of a robot? • How can robots move? • How can robots help extend our potential?