How to build a robot
  • 1. What is the first step in building a robot?
A) Build the chassis
B) Define the robot's purpose
C) Order all the parts
D) Write the code
  • 2. Which of these is a common robot chassis material?
A) Cardboard
B) Aluminum
C) Play-Doh
D) Cotton Candy
  • 3. What is a microcontroller used for?
A) Holding the batteries
B) Controlling the robot's actions
C) Making the robot heavier
D) Decorating the robot
  • 4. Which sensor detects distance?
A) Light sensor
B) Sound sensor
C) Temperature sensor
D) Ultrasonic sensor
  • 5. What type of motor is commonly used for robot wheels?
A) DC motor
B) Steam engine
C) Wind-up motor
D) Rubber band motor
  • 6. What does PWM stand for?
A) Power Washing Machine
B) Pulse Width Modulation
C) Parallel Wire Mechanism
D) Pretty Wide Motor
  • 7. What programming language is often used for robotics?
A) Hieroglyphics
B) Latin
C) Python
D) Esperanto
  • 8. Which of these is a type of robot actuator?
A) Servo motor
B) Diode
C) Capacitor
D) Resistor
  • 9. What is the purpose of a gear ratio?
A) To make the robot louder
B) To change speed and torque
C) To change the robot's color
D) To make the robot lighter
  • 10. What is kinematics in robotics?
A) Study of programming
B) Study of motion
C) Study of materials
D) Study of circuits
  • 11. What is the primary function of a battery in a robot?
A) Measure temperature
B) Store data
C) Provide power
D) Generate signals
  • 12. Which of these components is used for wireless communication with a robot?
A) LED
B) Bluetooth module
C) Potentiometer
D) Buzzer
  • 13. What does 'degrees of freedom' (DOF) refer to in robotics?
A) The number of independent movements a robot can make
B) The programming language used
C) The color of the robot
D) The weight of the robot
  • 14. What is SLAM in robotics?
A) Standard Linear Algebra Module
B) Simple Language Assembly Method
C) Simultaneous Localization and Mapping
D) Super Loud Audio Mechanism
  • 15. What is the function of an encoder in a robot motor?
A) To cool down the motor
B) To reduce motor noise
C) To measure motor rotation
D) To increase motor speed
  • 16. Which of these is an example of a feedback control system?
A) Open loop timer
B) Single resistor
C) Manual switch
D) PID controller
  • 17. What is the purpose of a breadboard?
A) Holding screws
B) Protecting the robot from rain
C) Cutting wires
D) Prototyping electronic circuits
  • 18. What is a H-bridge circuit used for?
A) Controlling motor direction
B) Storing energy
C) Sensing light
D) Measuring temperature
  • 19. What is inverse kinematics used for?
A) Finding the best color for the robot
B) Measuring the speed of the robot
C) Calculating the weight of the robot
D) Determining joint angles for desired end effector position
  • 20. What is the purpose of a gyroscope?
A) Measure distance
B) Measure temperature
C) Measure angular velocity
D) Measure light
  • 21. Which of these is a common type of robot arm?
A) Wobbly arm
B) Articulated arm
C) Squishy arm
D) Bumpy arm
  • 22. What does ROS stand for?
A) Robot Operating System
B) Random Output System
C) Robotic Orientation System
D) Really Old Software
  • 23. What is computer vision used for in robotics?
A) To make robots louder
B) To allow robots to 'see'
C) To help robots move faster
D) To power the robot
  • 24. What is force sensing used for?
A) Measuring the force exerted by the robot
B) Sensing temperature changes
C) Detecting obstacles from afar
D) Measuring the battery level
  • 25. What is the main purpose of using simulation software in robotics?
A) Avoiding the need for programming
B) Replacing physical robots entirely
C) Making the robot look prettier
D) Testing designs before physical construction
  • 26. Which of these helps prevent electrical damage?
A) Magnet
B) Glitter
C) Antenna
D) Fuse
  • 27. What type of joint provides rotational movement?
A) Welded joint
B) Glued joint
C) Revolute joint
D) Fixed joint
  • 28. What is a PID controller commonly used for?
A) Storing data
B) Sending signals wirelessly
C) Precise motion control
D) Powering the robot
  • 29. Why is calibration important for sensors?
A) Making them louder
B) Ensuring accurate readings
C) To increase battery life
D) Making them look nice
  • 30. What is the concept of 'fail-safe' in robotics?
A) Ensuring the robot never fails
B) Hiding the robot when it fails
C) Making the robot faster when it fails
D) Designing the robot to minimize harm in case of failure
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