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Question 1

robots

Answer 1

programmables in 3+ axes either in a fixed place or mobile use

Question 2

work envelope

Answer 2

3d space robot operates within

Question 3

load capacity

Answer 3

weight robot can manipulate

Question 4

types of robots

Answer 4

1 single task – designed to perform one task, dont have sensors as they dont need to respond to external source, replaced skilled workers
2 multi task – can perform more than one task at a time. respond to external stimuli, use sensors
3 teams – teams of robots make up production lines. often multiple single task robots that work together

Question 5

robot generations define

Answer 5

classification of robots grouping them based on their level of tech advancement

Question 6

list robot generations

Answer 6

1st – simple mechanical arm. precise motions and high speed. need supervision
2nd – have sensors that provide info. dont require constant supervision
3rd – autonomous. largely no supervision

Question 7

m2m

Answer 7

machine to machine – systems communicate between devices to share info. network of robots working together

Question 8

robot systems in production adv

Answer 8

increased health and safety as they can work in dangerous places, cover repetitive tasks
high accuracy
24/7

Question 9

robot systems in production disadv

Answer 9

expertise needed to operate systems
high initial cost
possible loss of jobs