Robotics & Coding Glossary Decoding the Concepts of
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A
AI (Artificial Intelligence)

Simulation of human intelligence by machines, especially in robotics.

A set of instructions for solving a problem or completing a task.

An open-source electronics platform often used in student robotics projects.

Technology that performs tasks with minimal human intervention.

B

The basic language of computers using 0s and 1s.

Bluetooth

Wireless communication tech often used to control robots remotely.

Bot

Short for “robot”; a machine capable of carrying out tasks.

C

The process of writing instructions (code) that computers and robots can understand.

A complete path through which electricity flows.

A device or component that directs the actions of a robot.

Software used to design robotic parts digitally.

D
Data

Information processed or stored by computers.

Finding and fixing errors in code or a program.

A device that sends digital signals to detect things like light, motion, etc.

A remote-controlled or autonomous flying robot used in advanced programs.

E

A person who designs and builds machines and structures.

Branch of science dealing with circuits and electrical devices.

The process of testing and trying new ideas, crucial in robotics education.

F

A named section of code that performs a specific task.

Franchise

A business model where others can run a location under the OBotz brand.

Firmware

Software programmed into hardware devices.

G

Mechanical parts used to transfer motion and force in robots.

Visual interface allowing users to interact with software.

H

The physical components of a computer or robot.

A robot designed to resemble or mimic human movement.

Playful exploration of code or hardware, encouraged for learning.

I

Data or signals sent to a system to control it.

Network of physical devices connected via the internet.

Repeating a process to improve a design or program.

J

A programming language used in robotics, especially in Android-based systems.

Input device for manually controlling a robot.

K
Kit

A set of tools and components students use to build robots.

A repository of information, guides, or tutorials to aid learning.

L
LED (Light Emitting Diode)

A small light source used in electronic circuits.

Loop

A programming structure that repeats a set of instructions.

Logic Gate

A basic building block of digital circuits.

M

A compact computer on a chip used to control robots (e.g., Arduino, Raspberry Pi).

A subset of AI where machines improve from experience.

A device that converts electrical energy into motion.

A self-contained component or lesson in a learning system.

N

OBotz's beginner-level course for young learners (ages 6)

Node

A point in a network or system, often used in programming logic.

O

The result produced by a system (e.g., robot movement, LED blinking).

Detects physical obstructions in a robot’s path.

Software or hardware made freely available for public use and modification.

P
Programming

Writing and organizing code to instruct machines.

Python

A beginner-friendly programming language used in robotics and AI.

An early model used to test a concept or design.

Q
QR Code

A scannable code often used in robotics projects or inventory systems.

Queue

A data structure where elements are processed in order (First In, First Out).

R

A programmable machine capable of carrying out complex tasks automatically.

Remote Control

Device used to wirelessly operate a robot.

Raspberry Pi

A small, affordable computer used in learning and robotics.

S
Sensor

A component that detects environmental input (like distance, temperature, etc.).

STEM

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics; core fields of OBotz programs.

Scratch

A block-based visual programming language for kids.

A motor used for precise movement in robotics.

T
Technology Olympiad

OBotz-hosted competition showcasing STEM talent.

Telemetry

Remote collection of data from sensors or devices.

Transistor

A key electronic component in circuits.

U
USB (Universal Serial Bus)

A standard for connecting devices.

The way a user interacts with a machine or software.

Ultrasonic Sensor

Uses sound waves to measure distance.

V

A symbol used to store data in programming.

VR (Virtual Reality)

An immersive computer-simulated environment.

Information processed or stored by computers.

W

Wireless technology that enables data exchange between devices.

Wearable Tech

Smart electronic devices worn on the body.

Workshop

Short, focused classes on robotics or coding topics.

X
XML (eXtensible Markup Language)

Used to structure data; may be used in software development.

X-Axis

The horizontal axis, often referenced in programming movement.

Y

The vertical axis; used for plotting motion or sensor data.

Young Inventors

A term that may describe students engaged in creative robotics.

Z
Zero Bug Tolerance

A goal in coding where no errors are accepted.

Zigbee

A wireless protocol sometimes used in IoT/robotics communication.

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