Robotics and Automation 10, 20, 30

(a)	List and describe the advantages and disadvantages of different types of power sources (e.g., wall outlet, lab power supply, battery, solar and alternative) and their suitability for robotics and automation applications.
(b)	Compare different power sources in terms of power supply, current supply, power reliability and functionality.
(c)	Examine the difference between alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) power sources and their suitability for robotics and automation applications
(d)	Determine the suitability of various power sources for use in a robotics or automation application.
(e)	Select a power source for use in a robotics or automation application.

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Resources

R009350

Arduino(2nd ed.)

This book provides an overview of Arduino and basic coding. A variety of codes are listed and each part of the code is explained. This text would be suitable for students from Middle Years to grade 10 who are new to Arduino.

Media and Formats : Book

Price : Free

Record posted/updated: May 30, 2022

R010094

Makeblock mBot Educational Robot Kit. Explorer Kits

The mBot kit includes supplies to build and program an autonomous robot with coding abilities. It is based on a block coding system but also supports a text-based coding system using Arduino for more advanced users. This kit requires a software download for coding and is Bluetooth compatible for connection with smart devices with a controller APP download. This kit also requires batteries: either 1 3.7V DC Lithium battery or 4xAA batteries. Also available, for further extension using this kit are add on sensors and parts.

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Media and Formats : Kit

Price : Free

Record posted/updated: May 30, 2022

R100030

Lynxmotion Aluminum A4WD1 Kit for RC

This kit is suitable for Middle Years to grade 10 students new to RC robots. The kit comes with components required to build and drive a basic robot chassis which is modifiable and expandable. It also includes a Spektrum DXe 6 channel transmitter and receiver, a Sabertooth 2x12 RC motor controller, wire hookups, 4 motors, a wiring harness, an aluminum chassis and laser cut PVC panels. This kit does not include a required 12V battery.

Media and Formats : Kit

Price : See publisher.

Record posted/updated: May 30, 2022

R009312

Robot Builder's Bonanza(5th ed.)

This comprehensive resource covers the essentials of robot building, from the benefits of constructing a robot from scratch vs. using a kit, to robot brains and sensors. Other topics include: getting parts; robots from wood, plastic and metal; using DC and servo motors; robotic arms and grippers; and interacting with your robot. The book also contains a range of step-by-step project plans.

Media and Formats : Book

Price : $44.95

Record posted/updated: February 22, 2022

R010520

Lynxmotion AL5D PLTW Robotic Arm Kit

This is a well-constructed kit with large enough servos to make a robust small to medium sized robotic arm with five degrees of freedom. It includes brackets, fasteners and various servos that can be assembled. The kit also has some software provided to control the robotic arm manually. The instructions for building are online only. If assembled and disassembled, some parts may wear and need to be replaced.

Media and Formats : Kit

Price : Free

Record posted/updated: May 30, 2022