Robotics · Electronics Basics
What is an Actuator?
Learn how actuators turn electrical commands into movement, light, sound, or force.
2 min micro-lessonLesson focus
What is an Actuator?Explain the role and meaning of “an Actuator” and connect it to a familiar technology scenario.
Video resources will be added as each NEST lesson is published.Learning objective
What you will understand
Explain the role and meaning of “an Actuator” and connect it to a familiar technology scenario.
Key ideas
- Input command
- Physical output
- Motor and servo examples
Try it
Match actuators to the actions a robot must perform.
Quick recap
Learn how actuators turn electrical commands into movement, light, sound, or force.