B.Sc.IT Part 1 What is robotics • The word robotics is used to collectively define a field in engineering that covers the mimicking of various human characteristics • Sound concepts in many engineering disciplines is needed for working in this field • It find its uses in all aspects of our life What is robotics [cont…] • Robotics includes the knowledge of mechanical, electronics, electrical & computer science engineering. • … Role of computer in robotics • Maintain power resources • Control locomotion through algorithm eg. ZMP • Sensing like touch, vision and hearing • Manipulation through end effectors • Making human-robot interaction eg. Speech reorganization artificial emotion, gestures Controlling of robots Need of robots • Speed • It can work hazardous/dangerous environment. • To perform repetitive task. • Efficiency • Accuracy • Adaptability Benefits • Revolution in medical science and health care systems. • New & wide scope in education & training. • A good help in nuclear industry. • Used tremendously in sports activities. • Play the role of an efficient assistance in research and development sciences. • Can very well handle household business. Any thing to ask References • Wikipedia.org Thanks