Where ai meets real world rise of machines if robots do develop consciousness, they may also develop conscience, and choose to be kind to their human creators. Dab dale of lancaster troop 468 has earned seventyeight of them. Robotics merit badge presentation i gave a talk to troop 38 covering specific requirements of the robotics merit badge. Boy scouts introduce robotics merit badge of the 126 current merit badges offered by the boy scouts of america, 31 of them fit under the stem umbrella. Merit badges are awarded to scouts who complete the requirements for each badge. All merit badge work should be turned in and completed by. As you work toward your inventing merit badge, you will.
Bsa has recently rolled out a robotics merit badge. Robotics in industry what types of things are robots used for. He has led several robotics merit badge camps and has helped other counselors lead their activities. Participate with a club or team robotics team, science club, or engineering. Before starting the next session be sure to put notes and drawings in notebook. It is up to the scout to work with a merit badge councilor during the trail drive for any session time missed via email, phone. Robotics merit badge class preparation page scoutmaster bucky. File type icon file name description size revision time user. Visit for complete information about the robotics merit badge and to see what ro is talking about. Here is a sample of what you can find in those pamphlets.
This helps you give your presentation on boy scouts in a conference, a school lecture, a business proposal, in a webinar and business and professional representations. This announcement comes during national robotics week. Scouts in 2011, through the introduction of the robotics merit badge, now have the opportunity to design, build, and demonstrate a robot of their own creation. The bsa robotics merit badge with the boebot minicourse is an. Welcome boy scouts grace covenant troop 777 robotics merit badge alan burdick. Nasa boy scouts look to future with robotics merit badge. The work space by each requirement is for the scout to make notes for discussing the item with the counselor, not for the full and complete answers. What qualifies as a robot for the robotics merit badge. On september 17, the virginia air and space center and nasa langley are holding an event to jump start the boy scouts newest merit badge. Robotics 2011 rowing 2014 safety 2015 salesmanship 20 scholarship 2014. Converting ideas into instructions requirements design coding testing 3.
Merit badge robotics merit badge powerpoint presentation developed by. As you enter the information, it inserts the same information correctly in all other appropriate places on the form. Discuss with your counselor three of the five major fields of robotics humanrobot interface, mobility, manipulation, programming, sensors and their importance to robotics development. Discuss first aid and prevention for the types of injuries that could occur while participating in robotics activities and. Cutout paper cutouts and movement with stop motion animatronic robotic devices that emulate. Scoutingnews boy scouts of america introduces robotics. Robotics merit badge itinerary robotics merit badge.
Chose a task for the robot or robotic subsystem that you. Note that it doesnt spell out all the answers to all the requirements but serves as framework to share the requirements. Nasa and bsa introduce robotics merit badge science. Participation and content dont be afraid to ask questions the project can be challenging. How well your robot accomplished the task improvements you would make what you learned. Apr 08, 2011 visit robotics for complete information about the robotics merit badge and to see what ro is talking about. View and download powerpoint presentations on first aid merit badge ppt. Visit a museum or exhibit dedicated to an inventor or invention, and create a presentation of your visit to share with a group such as your troop or patrol. Be sure to get blue cards to the advancement chairman. The badge will involve approximately 14 hours of work. Design break into two teams choose a task or function for your robot. Apr 16, 2019 the requirements for the robotics merit badge help scouts understand the many uses of robots.
Merit badges are awards earned by members of the boy scouts of america, based on activities. The boy scouts of america anticipates more than 10,000 scouts will earn the robotics merit badge in the first year alone. Requirements were introduced as a new merit badge effective april 12, 2011. If you have a presentation about a ha trip, or event. This workbook can help you but you still need to read the merit badge pamphlet book. Teaching aid to present some of the major concepts of the programming merit badge. Powerpoint is the worlds most popular presentation software which can let you create professional boy scouts powerpoint presentation easily and in no time. Ma 101 some people rerer to the hand ofa robot as an effectot or enceffector. Robotics merit badge for boy scouts classroom antics.
How to get scout rank first rank in scouts bsa part 1 hey guys. I gave a talk to troop 38 covering specific requirements of the robotics merit badge. No one may add or subtract from the official requirements found in boy scout. Hints on how to get the robotics merit badge hey guys, mac guzman here. A free powerpoint ppt presentation displayed as a flash slide show on id. You have successfully added robotics merit badge emblem to your shopping cart. Presented by cascade pacific council in this 6 hour workshop, scouts will design build test demonstrate a robot based on micro. Discuss first aid and prevention for the types of injuries that could occur while participating in robotics activities and competitions, including cuts, eye injuries, and burns chemical or heat. Robotics merit badge helps and documents scouter mom. Boy scout nova and supernova award workbooks these are workbooks, similar to the merit badge workbooks below, for use by scouts working toward the boy scout nova and supernova awards. View safety merit badge ppts online, safely and virusfree. Robotics merit badge class preparation page scoutmaster. Public bsa merit badges boy scout troop 468 largo, florida.
The boy scouts of america have announced a new merit badge, robotics. Alan davies assistant scoutmaster from wilton troop 125 will be teaching a robotics merit badge class at the powahay district spring stem camporee to be held at hoyt scout training center 288 simpaug turnpike, redding, ct 06896 on may 1921, 2017. They learn how to design and test robots to perform simple tasks. The presentation will also cover different fields in robotics. Robotics merit badge institute for science, technology. Apr 15, 2011 the boy scouts of america have announced a new merit badge, robotics. Digital technology merit badge pdf, best books on science and religion, digital technology. Identify the medium, player format, objectives, rules, resources, and theme if relevant. Ftc game manual section 5 the engineering notebook. In other words, the scout need not start over again with the new pamphlet and possibly revised requirements. Robotics merit badge emblem boy scouts of america javascript seems to be disabled in your browser.
Ive volunteered to develop and teach robotics merit badge for the troop. Things to remember to bring for this merit badge class. They typically are remote controlled by a surgeon and can convert large movements by the operator into very small movements to perform incisions and. Lancaster boy scout is the first to earn newest merit badge for boy scouts, earning a merit badge is a pretty big deal. To earn the badge, scouts must, among other robotrelated requirements pdf. When people think of the boy scouts of america bsa, they envision activities like camping, knottying, and canoeing, but soon, theyll need to add robotbuilding to that list. Robotics merit badge powerpoint presentation developed by.
The requirements for the robotics merit badge help scouts understand the many uses of robots. The merit badge program provides opportunities for youth to explore more than 120 fields of skill and knowledge. This bundle contains everything needed to build a fully functional, autonomousonly robot that meets all of the requirements for the robotics merit. Extra fees should be paid directly to the the merit badge councilor on the 1st day. Scouts will receive an in depth presentation on the robotics industry, safety, competitions, and more. Explain to your counselor the most likely hazards you may encounter while working with robots and what you should do to anticipate, mitigate and prevent, and. Resourcesboy scouts of america robotics merit badge.
List three inventions and state how they have helped humankind. If you already have access to vex robotics or lego mindstorms kits, they will work great for the robotics merit badge. Identify and interview with a buddy and with your parents permission and merit badge counselors. Work in wellventilated areas do not drink or eat in the work area. July 30, 2010 bryan wendell national jamboree, scouts bsa 12. Power point presentation on scouting for the disabled by terry thrasher. Find out about disabilities awareness education programs. Robotics merit badge by jacob weidenfeller on prezi. Robotics merit badge launch includes allnew interactive resource center. This helps you give your presentation on boy scouts in a conference. These types of robots perform extremely precise surgical maneuvers. The robotics badge, pamphlet, and kits were released by bsa on april 12, 2011. This event differs substantially from other robotics mb events offered.
Scouts also find out about competitive robotics and explore career opportunities related to robotics. Discuss the play experience, what you enjoy in each game, and what you dislike. Explain to your counselor the most likely hazards you may encounter while working. Merit badge pamphlets are reprinted annually and requirements updated. Tell your counselor about these, including the type of competition, time commitment, age of the participants, and how many teams are involved.
Do not wear loose fitting clothing, hanging jewelry, long hair, or anything else that could get caught in equipment. Discuss either the three fields as they relate to a single robot system or talk about each field in general. Enhancing our youths competitive edge through merit badges. Merit badge series robotics q boy scouts of america. Robotics merit badge introductory presentation first team 461 westside boiler invasion. Supporting documentation or project work pertinent to this merit badge which may also include a merit badge workbook for reference with notes. The robotics merit badge is awarded to youth who are able to showcase an understanding and learned skill set of robotics. Game design merit badge and worksheet boy scout trail. One of the requirements for being an rmb counselor is to be proficient in the merit badge. Robotics and first aid basics prevention of injuries. Robots make tasks easier, safer, faster, cheaper, or possible.
Explain to your counselor the most likely hazards you may encounter while working with robots and what you should do to anticipate, mitigate and prevent, and respond to these hazards. The robotics merit badge pamphlet and the new interactive digital merit badge pamphlet are filled with resources to help you learn about robots. Professor james conrad served on the team that helped develop the requirements for the robotics merit badge but was unable to help write the book due to time constraints. In this video i go over how to get the robotics merit badge. In teams, design, plan, and build your robot according to the workbook. If a scout has already started working on a merit badge when a new edition for that pamphlet is introduced, he may continue to use the same merit badge pamphlet to earn the badge and fulfill the requirements therein. The robotics merit badge is part of the bsas new curriculum emphasis on stem. Programmers are the engineers that create stepbystep instructions, or algorithms, that tell robots how to understand and respond to their environment. Search and rescue sar merit badge, kayaking merit badge, welding merit badge. Explain to your merit badge counselor the role of inventors and their inventions in the economic development of the united states.
Application for merit badge reproduces bsa form 34124 this is a fillable pdf file that allows you to create merit badge application blue cards with names, merit badge names and unit and counselor information. While boy scouts will continue to master camping, swimming, canoeing, and first aid, they can now add robotbuilding to the long list of coveted scout. Using a computer, research career opportunities in the robotics industry. Ppt robotics powerpoint presentation free to download. Resources for the bsa robotics merit badge personal web pages.
Animation 1 merit badge presentation by robert casto 2. Robotics merit badge covers advanced materials, and requires the scout purchase a robotics kit and will involve significant work between sessions, session size will be limited. Describe the appropriate safety gear and clothing that should be used when working with robotics. Analyze four games you have played, each from a different medium. Find powerpoint presentations and slides using the power of, find free presentations research about first aid merit badge ppt. Dress appropriately and wear safety protection, such as goggles and ear plugs. Pages in category boy scout requirements there are 9 pages in this category. Dec 14, 2012 i gave a talk to troop 38 covering specific requirements of the robotics merit badge.
The current requirements for eagle scout, the highest rank in boy scouting, involve earning 21 merit badges including the in this. Merit badge blue card properly filled out and signed off by your scoutmaster. Robotics the branch of technology that deals with the design, construction, operation, and application of robots. Scouts at the 2010 national scout jamboree are getting a handson sneak peek at an exciting upcoming. Bryan on scouting is the official blog of scouting magazine, a boy scouts of america publication. On september 17, the virginia air and space center and nasa langley are holding an event to. Robotics merit badge plan do you have a signed blue card.
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