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