Robots assignment 1

 Part 1
A robot is a machine that is controlled by a computer that can be used to perform actions automatically. These robots can either be controlled by an operator with a remote control or run a preset order of commands. Some robots are modeled after humans while others are similar to insects or are wheeled.

Part 2
A robot is typically made of metal and can be in any form. Essential features that a robot may require is to be able to move around obstacles in difficult terrain, being able to sense its surroundings, and solve problems. The movement of a robot is usually handled by wheels or jointed legs, but flying robots can be moved by propellers or jet engines. Robots can sense their surroundings by means similar to humans. They can use a camera to detect objects around them, touch sensors to feel objects and sonar sensors to detect sounds.
All of these systems are handled by a computer normally located within the robot. Lastly, the robot must have a power source. They can either be powered by batteries, electrically powered and some can be self-sustaining, using solar power.

Part 3
Robots are important for many reasons and have revolutionized many industries. A robot can get some areas of work done much quicker than humans. Robots can continuously perform tedious, repetitive tasks which humans do not wish to do. Robots are also able to be much more precise and and consistent than humans. Robots are also used in the military or other dangerous scenarios such as detonating IED's or scouting areas without risking loss of life.

Part 4
The use of a robot is needed and used in many different types of industries including agriculture. A robot would be used to harvest crops and maybe even taking care of the animals. Robots are most commonly used in the industries of automobile, entertainment, health care, manufacturing, and mining. Don't get me wrong, robots are used in many more industries as they are becoming essential, however these are just the most common industries a robot would be used in.

Part 5
There are many jobs associated with robotics, such as a robot service engineer, product demonstrator, or a research assistant. A robot service engineer is responsible for installing, maintaining and fixing any faults in robots. A product demonstrator brings a robot to a company and shows what the robot can do with hopes of getting the company to purchase and use the robots. A research assistant's job is to develop new robot technologies.