Robots: How Do They Work?
Exploring the Amazing World of Robotics Grade 5 Technology Interactive Learning Adventure
What Do You Think a Robot Is?
Turn to your partner and discuss: What is a robot? Where have you seen robots? What can robots do?
What is Robotics?
Robotics is the study of building and using robots Robots are machines that help people do work A robot can do tasks with little help from people Robots make our lives easier and safer
Robot or Not Robot?
Look at each picture Decide: Robot or Not Robot? Raise your hand for ROBOT Cross your arms for NOT ROBOT Be ready to explain why!
Types of Robots Around Us
Home robots clean houses (like Roomba) Medical robots help in hospitals Factory robots build cars Space robots explore other planets Each robot has a special job to do!
How Robots 'See' and 'Feel' - Sensors!
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Thinking Challenge!
If you were designing a robot to help in your classroom, what sensors would it need? Think about: What would it need to 'see'? What would it need to 'hear'? What would it need to 'feel'?
Robot Brains - Artificial Intelligence (AI)
AI means machines can learn and think Robots can make choices on their own Some robots get better at their jobs over time Like learning to play a game better each time! AI helps robots solve problems
Be a Robot Programmer!
Work in pairs - one person is the 'robot' The other is the 'programmer' Programmer gives step-by-step instructions Robot follows EXACTLY what you say Goal: Get your robot to pick up a pencil Switch roles and try again!
Why Robots Are Important
Robots help people work faster They keep us safe from dangerous jobs Robots can work in places humans can't go They never get tired or need breaks Robots and humans make a great team!