Robot Builder's Bonanza, 5th Edition

The bestselling guide to hobby robotics―fully updated for the latest technologies! Learn to build your own robots using the hands-on information contained in this thoroughly revised TAB guide. Written by the “godfather of hobby robotics,” the book clearly explains the essential hardware, circuits, and brains and contains easy-to-follow, step-by-step plans for low-cost, cool robotics projects. Robot Builder’s Bonanza, Fifth Edition contains more than two dozen new projects for hobbyists of all ages and skill levels. The projects are modular and can be combined to create a variety of highly intelligent and workable custom robots. Discover how to: •Wire up robotics circuits from common electronic components •Get up and running building your own robots •Attach motors, wheels, legs, arms, and grippers •Make your robots walk, talk, and obey commands •Build brains from Arduino, BBC Micro:bit, Raspberry Pi, and other microcontrollers •Incorporate touch, proximity, navigation, and environmental sensors •Operate your ‘bot via remote control •Generate sound and interpret visual feedback •Construct advanced robots that can see light and follow pre-drawn paths!