Robotics Technology

History and Impact of Robotics

Extension

Simple AI concepts:

● Introduce basic AI concepts through games and interactive demos ● Create a simple chatbot using block-based programming

Mini-hydraulics and pneumatics:

● Build simple hydraulic or pneumatic systems using syringes and tubing ● Create a model of a hydraulic bridge or a pneumatic grabber

Resources/ Suggested Lesson(s) Sphero VR- coding Sphero IRL- driving Sphero IRL- coding

Students will explore how robots operate and understand how they execute programmed instructions (code). They will undertake a variety of tasks both in virtual reality (VR) and in real-life settings to program Spheros to perform specific actions. You can check out Spheros from the district, and connect with the CTE Specialist for more information.

Vocabulary

Input Device

Control Systems

Digital Signal

Output Device

Power Supply

Feedback Loop

Microcontrollers

Signal Processing

Communication Protocol

Electronic Components

Analog Signal

Structural Components

Hydraulic Systems

Pneumatic Systems

Actuators