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                  1  Introduction to Robots: What Exactly Are They?                                                       13
                          But What Truly Defines a Robot?
                          Brief History and Evolution of Robotics
                          How Robots Operate: The Core Components
                          The Role of Sensors: Robot’s ‘Senses’
                          The Power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Robotics
                          Autonomous vs. Semi-Autonomous Operation
                          Ethical Considerations and The Future of Robotics
                          New Age Robotics Systems: Advanced AI and Machine Learning Applications
                          Components of Robots: System Visualisation, Design, and Creation
                          Relating Physics & Mathematics to Robotics: The Scientific Foundations
                          Algorithms for Programming and Problem-Solving
                          Project Management in Robotics: Orchestrating Innovation
                  2  Mechanical System                                                                                    53
                          Frames and Reference Frames: The Foundation of Robot Positioning
                          Degrees of Freedom: From Robotic Motion to 3D Design
                          Planar Mechanisms: Motion in Two-Dimensions
                          Spatial Mechanisms: Three-Dimensional Motion in Action
                          Robot Kinematics: The Geometry of Motion
                          Different Components of a Robot: Frames, Materials, and Wheel Types
                          Coordinate Systems: Mapping the Robot's World
                          Specification of Robots: Defining Performance Metrics
                          Case Study: A Surgical Assistant Robot for Minimally Invasive Surgery
                  3  Computing System                                                                                     82
                          Boolean Operators: The Logic Behind Robot Decision-Making
                          Microcontroller/Single Board Computer Architecture: The Robot’s Brain Unveiled
                          Programming Fundamentals: Giving the Robot its Instructions
                          Debugging and Testing: Ensuring Correct and Efficient Program Execution
                      Project 1                                                                                          106
                  4  Electrical and Control Systems                                                                      107
                          Actuators: The Muscles of Robots - Types of Motors
                          Sensors in Robotics: The Robot’s Perception
                          Communication Protocols in Robotics: The Language of Components
                          Power Requirements of Robotic Components: The Energy Demands
                          Control Systems in Robotics: Orchestrating Accurate, Efficient, and Safe Performance
                      Project 2                                                                                          142

                  5  Applications of Robotic Systems                                                                     143
                          Manipulators: The Robotic Arms for Industrial Automation and Assembly
                          Mobile Robots: Navigating and Operating in Dynamic Environments
                          Drones: Aerial Robotics for a Sky-High Perspective
                      Project 3                                                                                          166
                      Project 4                                                                                          167
                  Assignments                                                                                            168

                  Viva Voce                                                                                              172

                  Glossary                                                                                               174

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