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BeagleBone Robotic Projects - Second Edition
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BeagleBone Robotic Projects - Second Edition

by Richard Grimmett
June 2017
Beginner to intermediate
230 pages
4h 44m
English
Packt Publishing

Overview

Unleash the potential of the BeagleBone Blue with this hands-on guide to creating advanced robotic systems. You'll learn to construct robots that can see, hear, speak, sense, and move dynamically using this versatile platform. By the end, you'll have the knowledge to build land-based, aerial, and underwater robots.

What this Book will help me do

  • Understand how to set up and configure the BeagleBone Blue platform.
  • Develop programming skills to utilize hardware features like sensors and motors.
  • Incorporate vision, audio, and tactile inputs into your robotics projects.
  • Implement GPS and sonar functionalities for spatial awareness.
  • Combine techniques to create robots capable of complex navigation and interactions.

Author(s)

Dr. Richard Grimmett is an experienced roboticist with a focus on using innovative hardware platforms like the BeagleBone Blue. He brings years of teaching and practical expertise, breaking down complex concepts with clarity. Dr. Grimmett is passionate about empowering enthusiasts to pursue advanced robotics.

Who is it for?

This book is ideal for hobbyists, educators, or professionals looking to explore the potential of low-cost robotic platforms. It suits readers with basic programming knowledge who want to delve deeper into robotics. If you aim to create robots that perform impressive tasks, this guide is for you.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781788293136