May 2015
Intermediate to advanced
330 pages
7h 18m
English
Overview
Learning Robotics using Python is your hands-on guide to building and programming robots using Python. With practical examples and projects, this book covers essential robotics topics ranging from hardware design and simulation to AI and speech processing.
What this Book will help me do
- Understand the fundamental components and concepts of robotics, providing a strong foundation.
- Learn to simulate and model robots using tools like ROS and Gazebo, aiding in planning and testing.
- Develop skills in robotic hardware design and actuator integration for building functional robots.
- Master interfacing a variety of sensors and working with 2D/3D data using Python for robust input.
- Gain expertise in implementing AI elements and creating user interfaces for comprehensive robotic applications.
Author(s)
The author is a passionate robotics educator and Python enthusiast. They bring years of practical experience in teaching programming and engineering concepts, particularly in the context of building and programming autonomous systems. Their approachable writing style and structured explanations make complex concepts accessible.
Who is it for?
This book is targeted toward engineers, researchers, or hobbyists with an interest in robotics. Readers should have some prior experience with Python programming. It is ideal for those aiming to start building robots from scratch, learn about sensors and actuators, and harness tools to develop intelligent systems. You'll find this book beneficial if you're seeking a practical entry point into robotics.
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