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How to build a robot - Quiz
Contributed by: Sadler
  • 1. What is the first step in building a robot?
A) Define the robot's purpose
B) Write the code
C) Build the chassis
D) Order all the parts
  • 2. Which of these is a common robot chassis material?
A) Aluminum
B) Cardboard
C) Cotton Candy
D) Play-Doh
  • 3. What is a microcontroller used for?
A) Decorating the robot
B) Controlling the robot's actions
C) Holding the batteries
D) Making the robot heavier
  • 4. Which sensor detects distance?
A) Temperature sensor
B) Ultrasonic sensor
C) Light sensor
D) Sound sensor
  • 5. What type of motor is commonly used for robot wheels?
A) Steam engine
B) Wind-up motor
C) DC motor
D) Rubber band motor
  • 6. What does PWM stand for?
A) Pretty Wide Motor
B) Power Washing Machine
C) Pulse Width Modulation
D) Parallel Wire Mechanism
  • 7. What programming language is often used for robotics?
A) Hieroglyphics
B) Esperanto
C) Python
D) Latin
  • 8. Which of these is a type of robot actuator?
A) Servo motor
B) Capacitor
C) Resistor
D) Diode
  • 9. What is the purpose of a gear ratio?
A) To change the robot's color
B) To make the robot lighter
C) To make the robot louder
D) To change speed and torque
  • 10. What is kinematics in robotics?
A) Study of circuits
B) Study of programming
C) Study of materials
D) Study of motion
  • 11. What is the primary function of a battery in a robot?
A) Measure temperature
B) Generate signals
C) Store data
D) Provide power
  • 12. Which of these components is used for wireless communication with a robot?
A) Potentiometer
B) LED
C) Buzzer
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 color of the robot
C) The programming language used
D) The weight of the robot
  • 14. What is SLAM in robotics?
A) Simultaneous Localization and Mapping
B) Super Loud Audio Mechanism
C) Simple Language Assembly Method
D) Standard Linear Algebra Module
  • 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 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) Holding screws
B) Prototyping electronic circuits
C) Protecting the robot from rain
D) Cutting wires
  • 18. What is a H-bridge circuit used for?
A) Controlling motor direction
B) Measuring temperature
C) Storing energy
D) Sensing light
  • 19. What is inverse kinematics used for?
A) Calculating the weight of the robot
B) Measuring the speed of the robot
C) Finding the best color for the robot
D) Determining joint angles for desired end effector position
  • 20. What is the purpose of a gyroscope?
A) Measure temperature
B) Measure angular velocity
C) Measure light
D) Measure distance
  • 21. Which of these is a common type of robot arm?
A) Articulated arm
B) Squishy arm
C) Wobbly arm
D) Bumpy arm
  • 22. What does ROS stand for?
A) Really Old Software
B) Robotic Orientation System
C) Random Output System
D) Robot Operating 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) 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) Replacing physical robots entirely
B) Avoiding the need for programming
C) Testing designs before physical construction
D) Making the robot look prettier
  • 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) Glued joint
B) Fixed joint
C) Revolute joint
D) Welded joint
  • 28. What is a PID controller commonly used for?
A) Sending signals wirelessly
B) Powering the robot
C) Precise motion control
D) Storing data
  • 29. Why is calibration important for sensors?
A) Making them louder
B) To increase battery life
C) Ensuring accurate readings
D) Making them look nice
  • 30. What is the concept of 'fail-safe' in robotics?
A) Making the robot faster when it fails
B) Hiding the robot when it fails
C) Ensuring the robot never fails
D) Designing the robot to minimize harm in case of failure
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