VEX ROBOTICS - SEMESTER-1 EXAM/FINAL VERIFIED ANSWERS 100%2023/2024
Engineering - correct answer The application of practical and scientific knowledge to the solving of a problem through the use of a methodical process.
Design - correct answer Thinking of and creating something new, or adapting something old to solve a problem and/or satisfy a need.
Engineering Notebook - correct answer The document where all engineering ideas are kept
Innovation - correct answer The process of producing something new or different.
Invention - correct answer An improvement of a design used to solve a problem.
Brainstorming - correct answer A group creativity technique by which efforts are made to find a conclusion for a specific problem by gathering a list of ideas spontaneously contributed by its members
Methodical Process - correct answer The orderly or systematic performance of a task.
Constraints - correct answer Restrictions placed on potential solutions to a problem.
Robot - correct answer A programmable mechanical device that can perform tasks and interact with its environment, without the aid of human interaction.
Sensor - correct answer Provides feedback based on the robot's surroundings, which is then sent to the Central Processing Unit. Manipulators - correct answer Components that provide the robot with the ability to interact with its environment. One example would be a gripper.
Drive-train - correct answer Consists of a powered method of mobility. Humanoid style robots use legs, while most other robots will use some sort of wheeled solution.
Hardware - correct answer Plastic rivets, 8-32 & 6-32 bolts and nuts in a variety of lengths.
Robotics - correct answer The science and technology behind the design, manufacturing and application of robots.
Central Processing Unit (CPU) - correct answer The computer that filters the information collected from the sensors and responds by making decisions using logic.
Specifications - correct answer Detailed description or assessment of requirements, dimensions, materials of a proposed product.
Prioritization of Tasks - correct answer This occurs after a cost-benefit analysis of all the potential game tasks has been determined.
Objectives - correct answer A thing aimed at or sought; a goal.
Force - correct answer An influence that causes a change of movement, direction or shape. Force is measured in units such as Pounds or Newtons.
Traction - correct answer The amount of force a wheel can apply to a surface before it slips.
Friction - correct answer The force that opposes motion when two surfaces rub together.
Actuation - correct answer To put into action or movement.
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