Practice Design Considerations (9.1.2) - Chapter 9: Humanoid and Bipedal Robotics
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Question 1 Easy

What does Degrees of Freedom (DoF) mean?

💡 Hint: Think about how joints in our bodies move.

Question 2 Easy

Why is anthropometry important in robotic design?

💡 Hint: Consider how robots interact with humans.

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Question 1

What does Degrees of Freedom (DoF) represent in humanoid robots?

The weight a robot can lift
The number of independent movements a joint can make
The height of the robot

💡 Hint: Think about how flexible our joints are.

Question 2

True or False: Anthropometry is the study of robot materials.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider what anthropometry focuses on.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a humanoid robot for a specific task (e.g., carrying objects) and define the necessary actuators and their placements.

💡 Hint: Consider balance and range of motion needed for lifting.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate how improper understanding of anthropometry could lead to design flaws in a humanoid robot intended for elder assistance.

💡 Hint: Think about an example of a too tall or heavy design.

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