Robot Classification and Generations

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What is the main difference between automation and robotics?

Automation involves imitating the actions of people or animals, while robotics involves the design, construction, and operation of a robot. (correct)
Automation involves moving, sensing surroundings, and responding to changes in the environment, while robotics involves factory work.
Automation involves performing complicated tasks guided by automatic controls, while robotics involves simple tasks that were dangerous or unpleasant for people.
Automation involves the design, construction, and operation of a robot, while robotics involves imitating the actions of people or animals.

When were first generation robots designed to perform factory work?

1961
Initially in the Washington Auto Show
In a General Motors automobile factory in New Jersey
Over 3,000 years ago (correct)

What was the first industrial robot used for in the General Motors automobile factory in New Jersey?

Spray painting
Picking up and putting down parts (correct)
Moving heavy objects
Welding

What do second generation robots do?

Simulate many human functions and respond to changes in their environment (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'SWORDS' refer to in the given text?

Special Weapons Observation Remote Direct-Action System (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a robot according to the Robotic Industries Association (RIA)?

A reprogrammable, multifunctional manipulator designed to move material, parts, tools, or specialized devices through variable programmed motions for the performance of a variety of tasks (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of medical robots?

Assisting with surgery, transporting materials, dispensing medicine, and communicating (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to the JIRA classification, what type of robot is a 'Playback Robot'?

Playback Robot (D) Signup and view all the answers

What do household robots typically do?

Vacuum, mow lawn, and clean (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a serial manipulator in robotics?

To control a single platform using several serial chains (B) Signup and view all the answers