Robotics and Automation 10, 20, 30

(a)	Compare the properties (e.g., mass, pliability, strength, elasticity, durability and memory of the material) of various materials (e.g., plastic, wood and metal) that might be used in robotics and automation applications.
(b)	Choose appropriate materials (e.g., plastic, wood and metal) for robotics and automation applications.
(c)	Demonstrate the use of various materials (e.g., plastic, wood and metal) in a specific application.

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Resources

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

R010540

Dual Control Robot Starter Kit

This kit comes with everything needed to build a robot that can be controlled by a human operator or programmed to run autonomously.

Media and Formats : Kit

Price : See distributor.

Record posted/updated: June 24, 2022