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