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Exploring Robotics: A journey into
the future
With Saugat Bhattarai
Sanjay Adhikari
Sudarshan Parajuli
Satish Regmi
Bikram Sharma
Adarsha Acharya
Abhishek Poudel
Contents
01 Introduction and History
02 Importance of Robots
03 Types of Robots
04 Components of a Robot
05 Application of Robots
06 Challenges of Robotics
07 Future Trends in Robotics
08 Impact on employment
09 Robotics and sustainability
01
Introduction and Brief History
of Robotics
Introduction on Robotics
Robotics is the field of study and engineering focused on
designing, constructing, and operating robots—autonomous or
semi-autonomous machines equipped with sensors, actuators,
and control systems..
Brief history and evolution
• Robotics has roots in ancient times with early automata, but
the modern era began in the 20th century.
• The term "robot" was coined by Czech writer Karel Čapek in his
1920 play "R.U.R."
• Significant advancements occurred in the mid-20th century
with the development of industrial robots for manufacturing.
02 Importance of Robotics
Efficiency Precision and
Accuracy
Robotics enhances efficiency in various Robots can perform tasks with a level of
industries by automating repetitive tasks, precision and accuracy that may surpass human
reducing human errors, and increasing capabilities, ensuring consistent and high-quality
production speed. outcomes.
Cost Reduction
Safety
While the initial investment in robotics can be
significant, over time, they often lead to cost Robots are employed in hazardous
savings by minimizing labor costs and increasing environments, such as nuclear facilities or
productivity. disaster sites, to protect human workers from
potential dangers.
02 Importance of Robotics
24/7 Operation /
Innovation and Research
diligence
Unlike humans, robots can work continuously
Robotics fuels innovation in fields like artificial
without the need for breaks, contributing to non-
intelligence, machine learning, and computer
stop production and operational capabilities.
vision, driving advancements that have broader
applications.
04 Components of a Robot
Actuators
Sensors
Sensors are crucial components like Actuators are responsible for the
cameras, infrared sensors, gyroscopes movement and manipulation of a
that allow robots to perceive their robot. Electric motors, hydraulic
environment. It provides data that systems, and pneumatic systems
enables the robot to make informed are common types of actuators.
decisions and navigate its
surroundings.
Control Power Supply
Systems
The control system is the "brain" of
the robot, processing information Robots require a power source to
from sensors and sending operate. This can be electrical,
commands to actuators. It includes hydraulic, or pneumatic. The power
microcontrollers, processors, and supply provides the energy needed to
software algorithms that determine drive the actuators, run the control
the robot's behavior and response. system, and power other components.
03 Types of Robots
Industrial Service Robots
These robots are Robots
designed for manufacturing tasks such Service robots are deployed in non-manufacturing
as assembly, welding, and painting. They enhance environments to perform tasks like cleaning, delivery,
production efficiency by executing repetitive and precise and assistance. Examples include floor-cleaning robots
tasks on assembly lines. and delivery drones.
Medical Robots Educational
Robots
Educational robots are designed to teach programming
Used in healthcare settings, medical robots assist in
and problem-solving skills. They are commonly used in
surgeries, rehabilitation, and diagnostics. Surgical
schools and educational programs to introduce
robots, for instance, enhance precision in minimally
students to robotics and coding concepts.
invasive procedures.
05 Application of robotics
Medical: Bio-inspired robots
Surgical Robots: for surgical operations.
Rehabilitation robots: to assist people to rehabilitate
Agriculture
Used for planting, harvesting, and
monitoring crops, leading to increased
efficiency and reduced resource use.
Education and Training
Facilities of hands-on learning in STEM subjects
and provides training simulations.
Space exploration
Using probes, rovers, and spacecraft for
exploration and maintenance.
Application of robotics
Security and defense:
Bomb Disposal Robots: Designed to handle and
defuse explosive devices to protect human lives.
Iron Dome: protects against incoming short-range
weapons like missiles etc.
Environmental monitoring
Used to monitor and collect data in harsh
or remote environments, such as oceans,
forests, and disaster-stricken areas.
Construction
Assist in tasks like bricklaying, 3D printing of
buildings, and heavy lifting.
Industry
Used in manufacturing for tasks like welding, assembly, and
material handling, enhancing efficiency and safety across sectors
such as automotive, electronics, and aerospace.
06 Challenges of Robotics
Cost Safety
Energy Efficiency Ethical and social issue
Challenges of Robotics
Robotics technology can be expensive, making it inaccessible for smaller
Cost businesses or individuals. Reducing costs while maintaining performance is a
continual challenge.
Many robots are limited by their power sources. Improving energy efficiency
Energy Efficiency and developing more advanced and sustainable power solutions are
important for extending the operational capabilities of robots.
As robots become more integrated into human environments, ensuring their
Safety safety is crucial. This includes developing advanced sensors, control algorithms,
and fail-safe mechanisms to prevent accidents.
The increasing use of robots raises ethical questions, including concerns
about job displacement, privacy, and the potential misuse of autonomous
Ethical and social issues systems. Addressing these issues requires collaboration between
technologists, policymakers, and ethicists.
07 Future Trends in
robotics
1 2 3 4
Swarm Autonomous
Soft Robot Robot COBOTS
Robot
Growing use
Development of
ofuse collaborative
robot swarmsfor robots
that
Increasing
Growing use of of robots
collaborative robots
can work collaboratively
Increasing
designed to work to
usealongside
of robots Advancements
for
humans,
in soft robotics, featuring
automating
accomplish
designed routine
tasks. This
to work and repetitive
approach
alongside is and deformable materials, enabling
humans,
flexible
automating
facilitating routine
safer and
and more repetitive
efficient
inspired
business by the collective
processes, behavior
enhancing
robots to interact more safely and adapt to
facilitating
of social insects safer and more
andcollaboration
has enhancing efficient
business processes,
human-robot in environments. This is particularly
complex
efficiency
applications andin reducing
exploration,
human-robot operationalin
collaboration
efficiencyvarious
and reducing operational
industries. useful in fields like healthcare and delicate
surveillance, and
costs in various agriculture
various industries.
industries. manufacturing processes.
costs in various industries.
Future Trends in
robotics
1 Development of robot swarms that can
work collaboratively to accomplish tasks.
Swarm This approach is inspired by the collective
Robot behavior of social insects and has
applications in exploration, surveillance,
and agriculture
Future Trends in
robotics
2
Soft Robot Advancements in soft robotics, featuring
flexible and deformable materials, enabling
robots to interact more safely and adapt to
complex environments. This is particularly
useful in fields like healthcare and delicate
manufacturing processes.
Future Trends in
robotics
3
Autonomous
Continued growth in autonomous
Robot vehicles and drones, both on the
ground and in the air, with
applications ranging from
transportation to delivery services,
surveillance, and agriculture.
Future Trends in
robotics
4
COBOTS Growing use of collaborative robots
designed to work alongside humans,
facilitating safer and more efficient
human-robot collaboration in various
industries.
08 Impact on Employment and Society
Job Market Changes
The integration of robotics in industries may
lead to shifts in the job market. While some
routine tasks become automated, new job
opportunities emerge in fields related to
Education and Skill
robotics, such as maintenance, programming,
Development and supervision.
The rise of robotics emphasizes the importance
of acquiring skills in science, technology,
engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
Social and Economic Impacts
Education and training programs are essential
to prepare individuals for roles in designing,
The widespread adoption of robotics has social
operating, and maintaining robotic systems.
and economic implications. It can contribute to
increased productivity, economic growth, and
the development of innovative technologies.
However, societal considerations include the
potential displacement of certain jobs and the
need for workforce adaptability.
09 Robotics and Sustainability
Environmental Impact Resource Utilization Climate Change Challenges
Robotics can contribute to Robots, especially in
The use of Robots can help to While robotics offers
environmental sustainability by manufacturing and agriculture,
minimize climate change in sustainability benefits, there
optimizing processes, reducing play a key role in optimizing
the long run. Proper use of are challenges such as
waste, and improving energy resource utilization. Precision
Robotics in fields related to electronic waste from
efficiency. The development of eco- farming, for example, enables
environment can even help to discarded robots and the
friendly robotic technologies aligns targeted use of resources like
control climate change. environmental impact of
with the global push for greener water and fertilizers, minimizing
However, this is only possible manufacturing robotic
solutions. waste and environmental impact.
if robotics is used properly. components.
QUIZ TIME
QUIZ
QUIZ
C O M P U T E R S C I E N C E
S TA R T
Q . 1
1. What is the primary function of actuators in
Robotics?
Provide power Perceive the robot's
A to the robot B environment
Manipulate Control the robot's
C objects D movements
Q . 1
1. What is the primary function of actuators in
Robotics?
Provide power Perceive the robot's
A to the robot B environment
Manipulate Control the robot's
C objects D movements
Q . 2
2. What is the main purpose of swarm robots?
Enhancing manufacturing Assisting in
A processes B medical surgeries
Coordinating multiple
Enabling autonomous
C robots to work D systems
collaboratively
Q . 2
2. What is the main purpose of swarm robots?
Enhancing manufacturing Assisting in
A processes B medical surgeries
Coordinating multiple robots Enabling autonomous
C to work collaboratively D systems
Q . 3
3. Which type of robot is designed to assist
individuals with disabilities by improving mobility?
A Industrial Robot B Medical Robot
C Educational Robot D Domestic Robot
Q . 3
3. Which type of robot is designed to assist
individuals with disabilities by improving mobility?
Industrial
A Robot
B Medical Robot
Educational Domestic
C Robot
D Robot
Q . 4
4. Which type of sensors are commonly used for
obstacle detection in mobile robots?
A Infrared Sensors B Motor sensors
Radiofrequency
C Magnetic sensors D sensors
Q . 4
4. Which type of sensors are commonly used for
obstacle detection in mobile robots?
A Infrared Sensors B Motor sensors
C Magnetic sensors D Radiofrequency sensors
Q . 5
5. How do domestic robots contribute to the
concept of a "smart home"?
By automating household By increasing
A tasks and improving efficiency B energy consumption
By reducing By posing safety
C convenience
D hazards in homes
Q . 5
5. How do domestic robots contribute to the
concept of a "smart home"?
By automating household By increasing energy
A tasks and improving efficiency B consumption
By reducing By posing safety
C convenience D hazards in homes
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