Thursday, December 18, 2008

Introduction to Robotics Experience

In our robotics class this year, we did various activities that includes constructing robot and programming the NXT. Not only do we have to know how to place gears and beams together neatly, we also have to apply math and physics in order to maximize the function of the robot. This proves to be an intellectually engaging activity as we have to really apply what we have learned. One example of knowledge that I have learn during this class is the gear ratio, where changing it will vary the speed of the robot. I find it extremely interesting to learn as this knowledge is widely used in real life technology such as car industry and machinary.
Of course, this course also encourages us to collaborate with our partners during investigation. When we encountered any problem, we have to discuss as to what have went wrong. This is very educational because it helps us to learn the skill in collaboration. Overall, a class that really provides student with fundamental understanding of the robot and instill essential practical skill in the students.

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