Robotics: An introduction

Book · Wed Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 1986

OSTI ID:6455483

Mc Cloy, D; Harris, D

This book is an account encompassing the entire range of disciplines involved in robotics: mechanical, electrical, electronic, and software design, as well as the related technologies of pick-and-place devices, walking machines, teleoperators, and prosthetics. The book explores the evolution of robotics and major trends in the field, and covers an array of robot configurations and mechanisms. It also looks at fundamentals such as actuation, control, measurement, computers, sensing and interaction with the environment, and pattern recognition. Important economic and financial aspects as well as safety and social implications are detailed.

• OSTI ID: 6455483
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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