Book Review: Bots! Robotics Engineering with Hands-On Makerspace Activities by Kathy Ceceri #Robotics #Robots #MakeCode @KathyCeceri @NomadPressVT @MSMakeCode
Just out is a wonderful read on learning robotics and how to make your own robots by renowned author Kathy Ceceri.
Bots! Robotics Engineering with Hands-On Makerspace Activities is aimed at children ages 9 to 12 who have an interest in learning about robots and in actually making their own robots with materials around the home or makerspace, sometimes augmented with parts costing only a few dollars.
I love many features of this book! The book is in full color with plenty of superb illustrations by Lena Chandhok. Terms used in a section are broken out in sidebars for easy comprehension. All the concepts are explained so users know what’s happening as they progress through various robotic types.
Here is the Table of Contents
Timeline Intro: The World of Robotics Robot … Or Not a Robot? Chapter 1: The Development of Robotics A Vibrating ArtBot Chapter 2: Robotic Shapes and Jobs Edible Robot Skin
Create an Inflatable Robot
Robot Test Platform Chapter 3: Actuators: Making Robots Move Solar WobbleBot
Passive Dynamic Mini-Walker Chapter 4: Effectors: How Robots Do Things Robotic Hand
Hydraulic Robotic Arm Chapter 5: Sensors: How Robots Know What is Going On Tilt Sensor
Digital Camera IR Detector
Pressure Sensor Chapter 6: Controllers: How Robots Think Write a Pencil-and-Paper Logo Program
Program a Virtual Musical Robot with Scratch
Build and Program a Recycled Robot with MakeCode Chapter 7: AI, Social Robots, and the Future of Robotics Teach a Robot to Play NIMBLE Glossary
I highly recommend this book to middle and high school kids and anyone wanting to work with kids on exploring robotics without big budget parts or prior robotics experience.
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