Robot Builder's Sourcebook : Over 2,500 Sources for Robot Parts
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| Rating | : | 4.28 (615 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0071406859 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 711 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-12-25 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Gary Kaminski said A Robo-pedia Filled With Things and Stuff. I was prepared to be unimpressed with this book when I heard of it coming out. What could Gordon McComb be thinking? After all, in the midst of the Internet age, why would someone want to compile a resource book filled with web links that are bound to disappear and change the instant the book was published? Especially after having created the classic meat and potatoes book on hobby robotics "The Robot Builder's B. "A must have resource" according to James. Whether you're interested in robots, hobby electronics, or diy electronics, this is a great addition to your reference library. One of the best features is that McComb describes and explains the concepts for a lot of the category of parts that are in the book (for example, motors, gears, all sorts of sensors, materials, etc.) He also marks the vendors that he's used in the past, so it's easy to find a trustworthy. What a great reference book! This book covers all aspects of technology for building robots, as well as any many other "inventions". I found this to be of exceptional value. The web site inventory is tremendous. If this book is updated every couple of years, I will be back for another. No doubt, this was a great investment in information. The cover is a bit cartoonish for such a great reference.
. A comprehensive listing (with address, phone numbers, web sites) of over 2500 suppliers and manufacturers of robot components, materials, tools, and much more. There are even sources for tracking down older and hard-to-find parts. Also listed are books, journals, magazines, professional societies, and Internet resources, including education sites, competition information, and web sites where hobbyists can find examples of program code. Dozens of sidebars and articles on various robotics topics break up the directory feel. The author a
McComb has also been a long-time robot fanatic and maintains a well-stocked robot workshop in his southern California home. Gordon McComb is the author of more than 50 books and 1,000 magazine articles and newspaper columns, most of them on science and technology. Mr. His writings have appeared in Popular Scien
The sourcebook is designed to be a constant reference for all robotics enthusiasts, as it contains resources for both common and uncommon parts and supplies.. This work includes listings of robot suppliers, including mail order and local businesses. Sidebars are included with additional information to help readers understand critical robotics technologies, such as motor types, sensor designs, and choice of materials. The listings are cross-referenced so readers can find the best sources for their needs