An open textbook focusing on the computational principles governing autonomous robots. The text explores essential components including mechanisms, sensors, actuators, and algorithms required for robotic functionality. While published by MIT Press, source code is released under Creative Commons licensing for non-commercial purposes such as teaching.
* Mechanisms, Sensors, Actuators, and Algorithms
* Computational principles of robotics
* Mechanisms, Sensors, Actuators, and Algorithms
* Computational principles of robotics
A collection of various LiDAR and ToF (Time-of-Flight) sensing solutions including 360 degree laser range scanners, depth cameras for ROS, and single-point ranging sensors. The selection features technologies such as DTOF, solid-state LiDAR, and RGB-D cameras suitable for SLAM and interactive AI applications.
Key product types:
RPLiDAR series (A1M8, A2M12, S2L, etc.)
STL DTOF sensors
CS depth cameras for ROS
TF series single-point ranging sensors
YDLIDAR linear array solid state LiDAR
Key product types:
RPLiDAR series (A1M8, A2M12, S2L, etc.)
STL DTOF sensors
CS depth cameras for ROS
TF series single-point ranging sensors
YDLIDAR linear array solid state LiDAR
DFRobot has launched the Fermion: BMV080, a low-cost air quality sensor module based on the Bosch BMV080. It provides fanless PM1, PM2.5, and PM10 sensing capabilities for $29.90. The sensor uses laser-based light-scattering technology and has a service life of up to 10 years. It measures particulate concentrations in a 0–1000 μg/m³ range with 1 μg/m³ resolution and supports I2C and SPI interfaces. It consumes about 70 mA in continuous measurement mode and 6 μA in sleep mode. The module also features a 35 cm obstruction zone for accurate readings. Schematics, component location diagrams, and 3D STEP files are available.
LEGO has unveiled a new 'smart brick' that can detect how it's being played with and react accordingly. This brick, developed in partnership with Wired, uses a combination of sensors and AI to understand building techniques and provide feedback. It's designed to inspire creativity and learning through play, offering features like pose detection, color recognition, and shape identification. The brick is part of LEGO's ongoing efforts to integrate technology into its building system, aiming to create more interactive and educational experiences.
OpenClaw is an open-source project that allows you to turn a Raspberry Pi into a capable AI agent. It provides a framework for connecting large language models (LLMs) to physical sensors and actuators, enabling the Pi to interact with the real world. This article details how to set up OpenClaw, including installing the necessary software, configuring the LLM, and connecting sensors like a microphone and camera. It also explores potential applications, such as home automation, robotics, and environmental monitoring.
This guide documents the setup of OpenClaw on a Raspberry Pi 5 w/ 8GB RAM and how to give it access to a TFT display, temperature/pressure sensor, USB camera, and NeoPixels. It uses eSpeak text-to-speech and Whisper Small speech-to-text to enable speech based communication with the bot.
An introduction to the ESP32 microcontroller for IoT projects, covering MicroPython and Arduino IDE programming.
This project walks you through building your own Inventory Robot that can automatically identify, organize, and track the components you use in your workspace. After finishing a prototype, placing every part back in the right spot can become time-consuming and difficult. This robot solves that by intelligently sorting and maintaining a clear inventory of your items.
This article details 7 ESPHome projects that enhance smart home functionality, including washing machine state detection, water leak detection, presence detection, Bluetooth proxy, custom smart speakers, cheap yellow displays, and ePaper dashboards.
Northwestern University engineers have developed VoxeLite, a bandage-like haptic device that achieves 'human resolution' in recreating touch sensations. It uses an array of tiny, individually controlled nodes to simulate texture and tactile sensations with high clarity, detail, and speed.
