Robotics (CIE IGCSE Computer Science)

Robotics is an area of computer science that deals with the creation, design, and operation of robots.

• Design and Construction:
• Robotics involves the design and construction of robots for various applications
• Robots are designed using a combination of mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering
• Robotic design can be customised to meet specific needs, such as factory automation or household tasks
• Operation:
• Once a robot is built, it needs to be programmed to carry out specific tasks
• Programming involves creating a set of instructions that tell the robot what actions to perform in a specific sequence
• The robot's sensors are used to detect and respond to changes in its environment
• Robots can also be operated remotely using a controller
• Examples:
• Factory equipment: Robots perform tasks such as welding, painting, and assembling products
• Domestic robots: These are robots designed to perform household chores such as vacuuming or mowing the lawn
• Drones: Drones are unmanned aerial vehicles that can be used for tasks such as aerial photography, delivery, and surveillance

• A robot is a machine that can be programmed to carry out a range of tasks autonomously or semi-autonomously
• Robots have a mechanical structure or framework, which gives them a physical body that can move and interact with the environment
• Electrical components, such as sensors, microprocessors and actuators, allow robots to receive information from their surroundings and respond to it
• Robots are programmable, which means they can be designed to follow a set of instructions or algorithms, allowing them to complete a variety of tasks and respond to changing situations

Robots can perform various tasks in different areas, such as:

• Industry
• Robots can be used in manufacturing and assembly lines to increase productivity and accuracy
• Transport
• Robots can be used in warehouses and logistics to move and transport goods
• Agriculture
• Robots can be used for tasks such as planting, harvesting, and spraying crops
• Medicine
• Robots can be used in surgical procedures to increase precision and reduce risk of errors
• Domestic
• Robots can be used for tasks such as vacuuming, lawn mowing, and cleaning
• Entertainment
• Robots can be used as toys or in amusement parks to provide entertainment