Leverage the power of Python to build DIY robotic projectsKey FeaturesDesign, build, and stimulate collaborative robotsBuild high-end robotics projects such as a customized personal JarvisLeverage the power of Python and ROS for DIY robotic projectsBook DescriptionRobotics is a fast-growing industry. Multiple surveys state that investment in the field has increased tenfold in the last 6 years, and is set to become a $100-billion sector by 2020. Robots are prevalent throughout all industries, and they are all set to be a part of our domestic lives. This book starts with the installation and basic steps in configuring a robotic controller. You'll then move on to setting up your environment to use Python with the robotic controller. You'll dive deep into building simple robotic projects, such as a pet-feeding robot, and more complicated projects, such as machine learning enabled home automation system (Jarvis), vision processing based robots and a self-driven robotic vehicle using Python.By the end of this book, you'll know how to build smart robots using Python.What you will learnGet to know the basics of robotics and its functionsWalk through interface components with microcontrollersIntegrate robotics with the IoT environmentBuild projects using machine learningImplement path planning and vision processingInterface your robots with BluetoothWho This Book Is ForIf building robots is your dream, then this book is made for you. Prior knowledge of Python would be an added advantage.Table of ContentsRobotics 101Using GPIOs as InputsMaking a Gardener RobotBasics of MotorsMaking a Pet Feeding RobotBluetooth Controlled Robotic CarSensor interface for obstacle avoidanceMaking your own Area scannerVision ProcessingBuilding a Guard RobotBasic SwitchingMaking Jarvis recognize HumansMaking Jarvis IOT EnabledGiving Voice to JarvisGesture RecognitionAdding Machine LearningGesture Controlled Robotic VehicleBuilding a Robotic Arm
