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What is the origin of the word 'robot'?
What is the origin of the word 'robot'?
- It comes from a Czech word meaning forced or compulsory labour (correct)
- It originates from the Greek word for machine
- It is derived from the Latin word for automation
- It is an acronym for 'reprogrammable multifunctional manipulator'
According to the International Standard of Organization (ISO), how is a robot defined?
According to the International Standard of Organization (ISO), how is a robot defined?
- A programmable tool for industrial automation
- A mechanical device with advanced artificial intelligence
- A machine capable of autonomous decision making
- A reprogrammable multifunctional manipulator designed to perform orders given by humans (correct)
Which company is NOT a manufacturer of industrial robots?
Which company is NOT a manufacturer of industrial robots?
- Epson Robots
- Midea Group (KUKA) (correct)
- Kawasaki Heavy Industries
- The Fanuc Corporation
Which robot is manufactured by ABB?
Which robot is manufactured by ABB?
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What does the term 'robotics' encompass in terms of knowledge and expertise?
What does the term 'robotics' encompass in terms of knowledge and expertise?
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What are the subsystems of an actuator system?
What are the subsystems of an actuator system?
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What type of motors are used in electrical actuators for driving robot links?
What type of motors are used in electrical actuators for driving robot links?
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What are the classification categories for actuator systems based on their principle of operation?
What are the classification categories for actuator systems based on their principle of operation?
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What do the actuators of a robot provide motion to?
What do the actuators of a robot provide motion to?
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What is the function of the actuator system's power amplifier?
What is the function of the actuator system's power amplifier?
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