Industry

Question 1

In which areas of industry are robots commonly used?

Answer 1

Robots are used for tasks such as paint spraying car bodies, welding, manufacturing microchips and electrical goods, and in automatic warehouses.

Question 2

Why are robots considered ideal for repetitive tasks?

Answer 2

Robots can perform repetitive tasks with high consistency and are less likely to make mistakes, making them ideal for such tasks.

Question 3

What are the two main methods of programming robots to perform tasks?

Answer 3

1.)Programming with a sequence of instructions.

2.)Manual guidance by a human operator, either by directly guiding the robot arm or using sensors attached to the operator’s arm.

Question 3

How are robots typically controlled in industrial settings?

Answer 3

Robots are controlled either through embedded microprocessors or by being directly linked to a computer system.

Question 4

What role do sensors play in the operation of robots?

Answer 4

Sensors help robots gather information about their surroundings and prevent errors, such as stopping a task if the necessary materials are not present.

Question 5

What is an example of a task better suited to humans rather than robots?

Answer 5

Specialist tasks requiring adaptation to variable circumstances, such as making specialist glassware, are better suited to human operators.

Question 6

What are two advantages of using robots in industrial applications?

Answer 6

1.)Robots can work in hazardous conditions and 24/7 without breaks.
2.)Robots are more productive and can be more cost-effective in the long run.

Question 7

What are two disadvantages of using robots in industrial applications?

Answer 7

1.)Robots can struggle with non-standard tasks and may contribute to higher unemployment.

2.)Robots are expensive to buy and set up initially.