Anatomy of a Robot

the long version

Here’s a unique “head to toe” examination of all of the major disciplines involved in building robots and control systems—offering both practical theory and philosophy in a technical yet entertaining way.A true “under the hood” look at the gamut of subjects related to robotics, from mathematics to control systemsBrings a technical topic down to a novice’s level, equating mechanical pieces with human counterparts: controls=mind, power system=heart, actuators=muscles, and sensors=eyes and earsCoverage ranges from project management to nuts and bolts topics such as sensors, actuators, power systems, and controlsProvides basic background theory of each subject and then goes into more in-depth treatment, including math and references