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Learn Robotics Programming

By : Danny Staple
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Learn Robotics Programming

By: Danny Staple

Overview of this book

We live in an age where the most difficult human tasks are now automated. Smart and intelligent robots, which will perform different tasks precisely and efficiently, are the requirement of the hour. A combination of Raspberry Pi and Python works perfectly when making these kinds of robots. Learn Robotics Programming starts by introducing you to the basic structure of a robot, along with how to plan, build, and program it. As you make your way through the book, you will gradually progress to adding different outputs and sensors, learning new building skills, and writing code for interesting behaviors with sensors. You’ll also be able to update your robot, and set up web, phone, and Wi-Fi connectivity in order to control it. By the end of the book, you will have built a clever robot that can perform basic artificial intelligence (AI) operations.
Table of Contents (21 chapters)

Chapter 6, Building Robot Basics - Wheels, Power, and Wiring

  • Why is it a good idea when using multiple Raspberry Pi "hats" or bonnets to look at their pin use?
    • Hats may use the same I/O pins for different purposes, making them incompatible.
  • Why have we chosen to power the Pi separately from the motors?
    • To avoid brown outs, resets caused by noise or voltage drops from the motors
  • What are the consequences of too small a motor controller?
    • It will overheat, causing it damage or to shut down.
  • Why do I recommend test fitting before buying any parts?
    • To ensure the parts will fit together on the chosen chassis