Robot Building For Dummies (Paperback)

Roger Arrick

ISBN 10: 0764540696 / ISBN 13: 9780764540691

Published by John Wiley & Sons Inc, Foster City, 2003

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Paperback. Always wanted to build a robot but didn't know where to start? This user-friendly guide shows what robots can do, how they work, and more Ready to enter the world of robotics? Then this book is for you! If you don't know much about electronics, high-tech tools, or computer programming, thats okay. If you can work with some basic tools (such as pliers, a screwdriver, and a cutting knife), have a computer and know your way around it, and want to make a robot, youre in the right place. Robot Building For Dummies walks you through building your very own little metal assistant from a kit, dressing it up, giving it a brain, programming it to do things, and even making it talk. In this hands-on guide that's illustrated with step-by-step instructions and written in plain English, you get an overview of robotics and the tools, technology, and skills you need to become a robot builder. You'll discover The various approaches to robot building, such as building from scratch or starting with a kitThe mechanical parts of a robot and how they fit togetherThe components of an efficient workspace and how to set one upProgramming basics you need to enter and download commands into your robotHow to add a controller, which lets you download software programs to your robotUsing an editor program to connect to your robotThe importance of preparing the parts of a robot kit and then assembling the chassis, wheels, and sensor whiskersThe fun of making your robot functional by adding motion detection, light sensors, and more How to troubleshoot common problems and fix them to save your robot's life Along the way, you'll gather tidbits about robot history, enthusiasts' groups, a list of parts suppliers, and all-important safety tips. As an added bonus, Robot Building For Dummies comes with rebates for your robot building kit no more waiting, grab your copy and start building your robot today. Ready to enter the robot world? This book walks you through building your very own little metal assistant from a kit, dressing it up, giving it a brain, programming it to do things, even making it talk. It also includes some titbits about robot history, icons and other navigational aids; tear-out cheat sheet; and top ten lists. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Robot Building For Dummies (Paperback)
• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc, Foster City
• Publication Date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0764540696
• ISBN 13: 9780764540691
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Always wanted to build a robot but didn't know where to start? This user-friendly guide shows what robots can do, how they work, and more

Ready to enter the world of robotics? Then this book is for you! If you don't know much about electronics, high-tech tools, or computer programming, that’s okay. If you can work with some basic tools (such as pliers, a screwdriver, and a cutting knife), have a computer and know your way around it, and want to make a robot, you’re in the right place. Robot Building For Dummies walks you through building your very own little metal assistant from a kit, dressing it up, giving it a brain, programming it to do things, and even making it talk.

In this hands-on guide that's illustrated with step-by-step instructions and written in plain English, you get an overview of robotics and the tools, technology, and skills you need to become a robot builder. You'll discover

• The various approaches to robot building, such as building from scratch or starting with a kit
• The mechanical parts of a robot and how they fit together
• The components of an efficient workspace and how to set one up
• Programming basics you need to enter and download commands into your robot
• How to add a controller, which lets you download software programs to your robot
• Using an editor program to connect to your robot
• The importance of preparing the parts of a robot kit and then assembling the chassis, wheels, and sensor whiskers
• The fun of making your robot functional by adding motion detection, light sensors, and more
How to troubleshoot common problems and fix them to save your robot's life

Along the way, you'll gather tidbits about robot history, enthusiasts' groups, a list of parts suppliers, and all-important safety tips. As an added bonus, Robot Building For Dummies comes with rebates for your robot building kit – no more waiting, grab your copy and start building your robot today.

About the Author

Roger Arrick is president and founder of Arrick Robotics, a maker of PC-based motion control systems for a variety of scientific applications. Robot building is his hobby and his passion.