Robots, Androids and Animatrons, Second Edition

Bring a robot to life without programming or assembly language skills!There’s never been a better time to explore the world of the nearly human. With the complete directions supplied by popular electronics author John Iovine, you can:• Build your first walking, talking, sensing, thinking robot• Create 12 working robotic projects, using the fully illustrated instructions provided• Get the best available introduction to robotics, motion control, sensors, and neural intelligence• Put together basic modules to build sophisticated ‘bots of your own design• Construct a robotic arm that responds to your spoken commands• Build a realistic, functional robotic hand• Apply sensors to detect bumps, walls, inclines , and roads• Give your robot expertise and neural intelligenceYou geteverything you need to create 12 exciting robotic projects using off-the-shelf products and workshop-built devices, including a complete parts list. Also ideal for anyone interested in electronic and motion control, this cult classic gives you the building blocks you need to go practically anywhere in robotics.