Summary of Arduino Robot Bonanza by Gordon McComb E-Book
Arduino Robot Bonanza by Gordon McComb teaches readers how to build seven diverse robots using the Arduino platform, with step-by-step illustrated assembly plans, sensor integration, expansion options, and customization tips. Chapters cover Arduino basics, electronics, sensors, layout/design, programming, a TestBot platform, and projects including a Mini Kissing Bug, Animatronic Parrot, Robot Avatar, Slithering Snake, 18-Servo WalkerBot, and a PC-based autonomous robot, plus guidance on setting up a robotics lab.
Parts used in the Arduino Robot Bonanza:
- Arduino microcontroller
- Servo motors (multiple, up to 18 for WalkerBot)
- Various sensors (unspecified types)
- TestBot platform components
- Chassis and mechanical parts for rolling/walking robots
- Electronics components covered in Crash Course in Electronics
- PC interface components for PC-based Autonomous Robot
- Wiring and connectors for connecting things to the Arduino
- Expansion modules for enhancing the Arduino
- Materials for animatronic figures (e.g., parrot) and slithering snake
Introduction
Bestselling robotics author shows how to build fun, affordable robots with Arduino
- Guides readers through the construction of seven robots that roll, walk, talk, crawl, slither’and even sling insults
- All projects are built using wildly popular Arduino microcontroller platform
- Features illustrated, step-by-step instructions and assembly plans
- Includes tips for adding options, alternatives, and customizations
Table of Contents
Ch 1. Ins and Outs of the Arduino Microcontroller
Ch 2. Arduino as a Robot Brain
Ch 3. Connecting Things to the Arduino
Ch 4. Enhancing Your Robot with Sensors
Ch 5. Expanding the Arduino
Ch 6. Layout and Design
Ch 7. The TestBot Test Platform
Ch 8. Mini Kissing Bug
Ch 9. Animatronic Parrot
Ch 10. Your Robot Avatar
Ch 11. Slithering Snake
Ch 12. 18-Servo WalkerBot
Ch 13. PC-based Autonomous Robot
Ch 14. Crash Course in Electronics
Ch 15. Learning the Arduino Programming Language
Ch 16. Setting Up Your Robotics Laboratory
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Arduino Robot Bonanza by Gordon McComb E-Book
- What robots are included in this book?
The book includes TestBot, Mini Kissing Bug, Animatronic Parrot, Robot Avatar, Slithering Snake, 18-Servo WalkerBot, and a PC-based Autonomous Robot. - Does the book teach Arduino basics?
Yes, it contains chapters on Ins and Outs of the Arduino Microcontroller and a Crash Course in Electronics. - How are the projects presented?
Projects are presented with illustrated, step-by-step instructions and assembly plans. - Can I add sensors to the robots?
Yes, there is a chapter on Enhancing Your Robot with Sensors that guides sensor integration. - Does the book cover programming the Arduino?
Yes, it includes a chapter on Learning the Arduino Programming Language. - Are customization tips provided?
Yes, the book includes tips for adding options, alternatives, and customizations. - Is there guidance on setting up a workspace?
Yes, there is a chapter on Setting Up Your Robotics Laboratory. - Does the book explain connecting hardware to Arduino?
Yes, Chapter 3 is Connecting Things to the Arduino.
