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ROBOTIC BOOKS

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The Robot Builder's Bonanza - Third Edition by Gordon McComb and Mike Predko
New Third Edition of this excellent Robot Builders Guide, includes lots of new information on building and experimenting with robots. Heaps of
information to help you build robots that walk, see, feel, talk and listen. Includes detailed plans and construction guides, as well as background information to
help you modify the designs to suite your application. One of the best books available to get you started in Robotics.
Features
99 Inexpensive Robotics Projects
Updated with New Information and 30 New Projects
Detailed Information on Using Various Microcontrollers and Basic Stamps
Robotic Programming
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Robot Builder's Sourcebook by Gordon McComb
Where to find everything you need to build your new robot. This great sourcebook includes heaps of information on where to find parts, components, motors and lots more.
Provides names, addresses, phone numbers, etc for over 2500 suppliers of hard to find parts and needed accessories for the most complex robot.
Features
Written by Gordon McComb author of Robot Builder's Bonanza
Links to additional information
Practical Guide on selecting the right parts


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Robots Builders Cookbook by Owen Bishop
Excellent introduction to using PIC microcontrollers to build a number of robots. This new book first introduces the mechanics behind
robot design and then moves onto the electronics required to get your robot operational. PIC programming for robotics is explained together
with assembly language examples for the various functions of the robot. 5 complete robot projects are then presented together with
detailed instructions, code examples, circuit design and explanations of the various theory behind each design. Build a scooter, android,
robot toy and more. This book is great for the beginner with PIC experience, wanting to start with their first robot.
Features
Detailed Instructions with code, circuit design and parts lists
Covers the basics of robot mechanics, electronics required and PIC programming for the various functions
Basic step by step guide, ideal for the beginner
Easy to read format, with plenty of diagrams and examples
366 Pages
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Programming Robot Controllers by Mike Predko
For those serious about developing and building robot controllers, this book is an excellent introduction for both the
beginner and the more serious enthusiasts. The book starts with the basics on use of microcontrollers in robots and then
moves on to introduce the PIC Microcontroller range and how to interface this with the various sub-systems of you robot.
The book explains in detail the various sensor and how they can combined to build a sophisticated advanced robot controller.
Features
Complete information on the different sensor types
Basic Introduction into the Microchip PIC Microcontroller
Software development in C Language
Plenty of Examples and Code for Use in your Project
CD-Rom Included
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Building Robot Drive Trains by Dennis Clark and Michael Owings
Contructing and controlling the various drive systems in a robot is essential for developing a successful robot. This book explains
the various types of motors available and their various advantages. As well as explaining the control circuits required
together with the various interfacing requirements. This book has plenty of pictures and examples for easy incorporation into
your robot design, together with an explanation of the various theories behind the designs.
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Detailed Information on DC Motors, RC Servo Motors and Stepper Motors
Covers the control and circuitry required to control the various motor types
Includes information on interfacing and microcontroller system control
Easy to read format, with plenty of diagrams and examples
399 Pages
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Insectronics by Karl Williams
This complete project book delivers all the step-by-step plans you need to construct your own six-legged insect like robot that walks and
actually responds to the environment. Using inexpensive off-the-shelf parts, hobbyists can 'build a better bug' and at the same time have
loads of fun honing their knowledge of mechanical construction, programming and microcontroller use and artificial intelligence.
Features
Fully explains PIC programming, use of sensors and robot intelligence
Details tools and materials
Covers Obstacle Avoidance, Sonar room mapping, finding the best route, and maze solving
Covers use of remote control for your robot
Details use of software for co-ordinating servo motors for walking, infrared and sonar sensors


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Amphibionics by Karl Williams
Packed with insight and a wealth of informative illustrations, Amphibionics shows you how to build your own
snake, frog, crocodile and turtle. It focuses on the construction of each robot in detail, and then explores the world
of slithering, jumping, swimming and walking robots - along with artificial intelligence needed to make these movements
happen. This book covers, mechanical construction, programming, locomotion, remote control and customization. Also
teaches PIC programming, artificial intelligence, software, motor control and wireless data linking.
Features
Step-by-Step guide to constructing four amphibian-like robots that jump, slither, walk and swim
Includes all the software code necessary to achieve artificial intelligence and locomotion
363 Pages - Softcover
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Build Your Own Combat Robot by Peter Miles and Tom Carroll
This excellent book covers the design and building of a powerful and invincible robot. Both authors have extensive experience in
robot competitions and this book delivers plenty of practical examples from years of experience. The book covers the technical basics and
also an extensive coverage of motors, wiring and combat weapons.
Features
Plan, Design and Build Your Own Fighting Robot
Learn about Motors, Gears and Servos
Covers Robot Weapons, hammers, spikes, saw blades and more.
Minimize Radio Interference
Plenty of practical examples and stories from Robot Competitions


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Robot Programming by Joseph L. Jones
This excellent introductory book to Robot Programming, teaches all the necessary skills to program and develop your robot. The book covers
control systems, robot behavious, decision making, programming, sensors and much more. Packed with diagrams and code examples this
is an ideal book to learn how to write and develop programs for your robot.
Features
Hands-On-Approach to Teaching with plenty of Code Examples
How to implement, object seeking, avoidance, decision making
Each Chapter includes Exercises to develop your knowledge
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PIC Robotics by John Iovine
Great new Robotic book especially for PIC Microcontrollers by renown author John Iovine. This book is ideal for the beginner and features 6 complete
robotic experiments. Covering using a CCD camera to track and follow coloured objects, building a biped robot, building a fully functional
robotic arm, using verbal commands to control your robot and much more. Complete parts lists are provided, with step by step instructions and
no assembly language programming is required.
Features
6 Inexpensive and Easy to Build PIC Robotic Experiments
Ideal for the Beginner with no assembly language programming required
Complete parts lists and instructions
Create a robot that walks on 2 legs, a six leg robot, a robot that obeys voice commands and much more,


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123 Robotics Experiments for the Evil Genius by Mike Predko
This excellent book covers a wide range of theory to build and control robots. From basic circuit design, stepper motor control, digital logic,
computer interfacing and navigation. The book includes circuit digrams, theories behind the circuits, together with parts lists to build the
designs. The book is a great source of ideas to develop your robot, most experiments are simple to construct and provide knowledge in
many areas of robot theory.
Features
Includes Part Lists and theroy behind each design
Covers basic circuit theory, logic design, motor drives, computer interfacing and heaps more
Detailed Circuit Diagrams and Explanations into circuit operation
Includes PCB for building and testing experiments
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Build Your Own All-Terrain Robot by Brad Graham and Kathy McGowan
Build a robot suitable to travel over all types of different terrain in both daylight and in total darkness. Ideal for newcomers and the
more serious constructor. This book gives detailed plans with plenty of illustrations to build your robot. Build your robot from the
ground up, with chapters on frame construction, motor and gear control, camera control, remote control and much more.
Features
Instructions for 2 Video Controlled Robots
Receive both video and audio back from your robot
Detailed Plans with plenty of pictures and illustrations
Sourcing details and parts lists includedbr>


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Robotics Demystified
by Edwin Wise
Great introductory book into the exciting world of Robotics. This easy to read book explains all of the key concepts, in easy to understand language, with
plenty of examples. The book covers basic mechanics, together with electronics and control theory. This book also explains basic programming and
how to use this with your robot. Plenty of diagrams and ciruit information is included, with quizzes and tests along the way to check your progress.
Features
Easy to read and understand
Ideal for the beginner, plenty of illustrations
Excellent self-teaching book
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