Junior Secondary · 8-9 · Applied Design, Skills, and Technologies
What do we call a device that senses its environment and takes actions to complete a task, often automatically?
A robot
What is a sensor's role in a robot?
Gathering information about the robot's environment, such as light, distance, or temperature
What is an actuator's role in a robot?
Performing a physical action, like moving a motor or arm, based on the robot's programming
What is the difference between open-loop and closed-loop (feedback) control in robotics?
Open-loop control follows fixed instructions with no sensor feedback; closed-loop control continuously checks sensor input and adjusts its actions
What is autonomy, in the context of robots?
A robot's ability to sense its environment and make decisions without direct human control
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