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What is a robot?

Robot is an automatic machine capable of doing many tasks within changing enviroments,which can be taught or programmed to do work.It may not resemble a human being but it does many jobs like us.

Where does the word "Robot" come from ?

It comes from a play entitled Rossum's universal Robots,written and coined in1921 by the Czech writer Karel Capek.In Czech 'Robot' means worker or forced labour.

What are essential parts of Robots?

A robot essentially consist of a hydraulic supply,Servo Mechanisms,Switches,computer,motors,arms,legs,video cameras etc...

What is Issac?

It is the name of a Robot arm.It is named after the science fiction writer Issac Asimov.It is manufactured by Unimation Inc.,America.

What can Issac of a robot do?

It can do certain simple tasks,like rolling across the floor,taking a cup out of a cabinet,and pouring coffee.

What is Hero I?

Hero I is the name of a domestic 50 cm tall robot developed by Heathkit company of America.It can hold an object in his hand and can take a dog for a walk.

What are capabilities of a domestic robot?

Domestic robots are capable of washing clothes,serving drinks,laying tables and cleaning houses have been developed in   U.S.A and Japan.

What is "BOB"?

BOB,Brains on Board,is the name of a robot developed by Androbot company,California.It can call Police if needed.It walks at 2 Km per hour and can sing and teach foreign languages.

Can a robot climb a wall?

Yes,Ussr has developed a five legged robot which can move on the walls and ceiling like a spider and can work there.

Can a robot pluck fruits?

Yes,Japan has developed robots which can pluck apples and mangoes from trees.With the help of camera and computer the robotic arm grips the ripe fruits and plucks them.

Can a robot guide blind person's?

Yes,Japan has developed a robot a robot,named Meldog which is capable of guiding blind persons.

What is turtle robot?

It is a simple robot made from a kit and can be controlled  by home computers.

Which countries are making use of robots?

The chief user are Japan,U.S.A,Germany,Sweden,France,Britian and Belgium.

Is there advantage of using robotic devices?

Yes,there are many advantages like reducing the labour cost and to get work done which a human being cannot do in adverse condition.

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