Foundations of Robotics: A Multidisciplinary Approach with Python and ROS

This open-access book introduces key concepts in robotics using an engaging project-based approach, making it suitable for undergraduate textbooks in engineering courses and for students in art and design, high school students, and self-learners interested in exploring foundational concepts in robotics.

Format: Hardback
Length: 543 pages
Publication date: 10 August 2022
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

This comprehensive open access book offers a user-friendly introduction to key concepts in robotics, employing an engaging project-based approach to make complex topics accessible to a wide range of readers. It encompasses contemporary topics in robotics, providing an accessible entry point to fundamental principles across all major domains. A dedicated section is devoted to introducing programming concepts using Python, a language of choice in robotics and artificial intelligence. The book also introduces the reader to the Robot Operating System (ROS), a widely adopted software and algorithmic framework utilized by researchers and industry professionals.

The book offers an inspiring, up-to-date, and multidisciplinary exploration of robotics in its various forms, including emerging areas such as robotics on Machine Learning, ethics, Human-Robot Interaction, and Design Thinking. Additionally, it includes insightful interviews with industry experts, providing valuable insights into the world of robotics.

Supported by Kinova Robotics, this book is made freely accessible to all, making it an invaluable resource for undergraduate students in relevant engineering courses. It is also suitable for students in art and design, high school students, and self-learners interested in delving into foundational concepts in robotics.

By presenting robotics concepts through practical projects, this book fosters a deeper understanding and hands-on experience, enabling readers to apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios. Whether you are a beginner seeking to explore the world of robotics or a professional looking to advance your expertise, this book is an essential guide for anyone interested in this rapidly evolving field.

Weight: 1113g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811919824
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022