Build Your Own All-Terrain Robot

Remotely operated robots are becoming increasingly popular because they allow the operators to explore areas that may not normally be easily accessible. The use of video-controlled technology has sparked a growing public interest not just in hobbyists, but also in the areas of research, space, archeology, deep-sea exploration, and even the military.

Significant changes in the technology marketplace have made the creation of an all-terrain, video controlled robot accessible to even the amateur robotic hobbyist.

There are many robotics project books currently on the market, but most are targeted to hobbyists, and are strictly for indoor use. This book has the ideal mix of “brains and brawn,” making it appealing to hobbyists and interested professionals alike

Contents:

Preface
    Acknowledgments
   Chapter 1: An Introduction to Video-Controlled Robots
   Chapter 2: An Overview of the Technologies Used in This Book
   Chapter 3: Choosing the Right Parts for the Job
   Chapter 4: Planning and Building the Frame
   Chapter 5: Remote Control Operations
   Chapter 6: Motor-Speed Control
   Chapter 7: Video Cameras and Transmitters
   Chapter 8: Camera Control and Lighting
   Chapter 9: Safety and Obstacle Avoidance
   Chapter 10: All-Weather Body Design
   Chapter 11: Houston, We Have a Problem
   Chapter 12: Sources for Parts and Information
    Index