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  • Make: Electronicsby Charles Platt

    O'Reilly Media, Inc. 2009; US$ 27.99

    "This is teaching at its best!" --Hans Camenzind, inventor of the 555 timer (the world's most successful integrated circuit), and author of Much Ado About Almost Nothing: Man's Encounter with the Electron (Booklocker.com) "A fabulous book: well written, well paced, fun, and informative. I also love the sense of humor. It's very good at disarming the fear. And it's gorgeous . I'll be recommending this book highly." --Tom Igoe, author of Physical Computing and Making Things Talk Want to learn the fundamentals of electronics in a fun, hands-on way? With Make: Electronics , you'll start working on real projects as soon as you crack open the book. Explore all of the key components and essential principles through a series of fascinating... more...

  • Control System Design Guideby George Ellis

    Elsevier Science 2012; US$ 89.95

    Control Systems Design Guide has helped thousands of engineers to improve machine performance. This fourth edition of the practical guide has been updated with cutting-edge control design scenarios, models and simulations enabling apps from battlebots to solar collectors. This useful reference enhances coverage of practical applications via the inclusion of new control system models, troubleshooting tips, and expanded coverage of complex systems requirements, such as increased speed, precision and remote capabilities, bridging the gap between the complex, math-heavy control theory taught in formal courses, and the efficient implementation required in real industry settings. George Ellis is Director of Technology Planning and Chief Engineer... more...

  • Human-Robot Interactionby M. Rahimi; W. Karwowski

    CRC Press 1992; US$ 142.00

    As Robotic Systems Become Widespread In The Manufacturing And Service industries, this book is one of few to address the key question of how they interact with humans. more...

  • LEGO Software Power Toolsby Kevin Clague; Miguel Agullo

    Syngress Publishing 2002; US$ 39.95

    There are a variety of LEGO freeware programs available on the Web for LEGO fans to assist LEGO fans them in building LEGO models directly on their computers with parts they may not physically own, and then documenting and saving directions for them in a format that is close to professional quality. Until now these tools have been difficult to find, and even more difficult to configure to work with one another. That all changes with LEGO Software Power Tools . Here, in one book, readers will find steps for installing and using some of the most popular and successful LEGO freeware applications. more...

  • LEGO Mindstorms Masterpiecesby Miguel Agullo; Doug Carlson; Mario Ferrari; et al.

    Syngress Publishing 2003; US$ 59.95

    In LEGO Mindstorm Masterpieces , some of the world?s leading LEGO Mindstorms inventors share their knowledge and development secrets. The unique style of this book allows it to cover an incredibly broad range of topics in unparalleled detail. Chapters within the book include detailed discussions of the mechanics that drive the robot ? and also provide step-by-step construction diagrams for each of the robots. This is perfect book for LEGO hobbyists looking to take their skills to the next level whether they build world-class competitive robots or just like to mess around for the fun of it. more...

  • Programming Lego Mindstorms With Javaby Giulio Ferrari; Andy Gombos; Dario Laverde; et al.

    Syngress Publishing 2002; US$ 29.95

    The LEGOŽ Mindstorms? Robotics Invention System has been called 'the most creative play system ever developed'. This book unleashes the full power of the RCX and the tools, bricks, and components that make up LEGOŽ Mindstorms?. Programming LEGOŽ Mindstorms? with Java is as much about robotics programming as it is about Java programming. This book is for all levels of Mindstorms? users, from hobbyists to the serious Mindstorms? aficionados. more...

  • Building Robots with LEGO Mindstormsby Mario Ferrari; Gulio Ferrari; Ralph Hempel

    Syngress Publishing 2001; US$ 51.95

    The LEGOŽ Mindstorms? Robotics Invention System (RIS) has been called 'the most creative play system ever developed'. This book unleashes the full power and potential of the tools, bricks, and components that make up LEGO Mindstorms. Some of the world's leading LEGOŽ Mindstorms? inventors share their knowledge and development secrets. You will discover an incredible range of ideas to inspire your next invention. This is the ultimate insider's look at LEGOŽ Mindstorms? and is the perfect book whether you build world-class competitive robots or just like to mess around for the fun of it. more...

  • Flesh and Machinesby Rodney Brooks

    Knopf Publishing Group 2002; US$ 13.99

    Are we really on the brink of having robots to mop our floors, do our dishes, mow our lawns, and clean our windows? And are researchers that close to creating robots that can think, feel, repair themselves, and even reproduce? Rodney A. Brooks, director of the MIT Artificial Intelligence Laboratory believes we are. In this lucid and accessible book, Brooks vividly depicts the history of robots and explores the ever-changing relationships between humans and their technological brethren, speculating on the growing role that robots will play in our existence. Knowing the moral battle likely to ensue, he posits a clear philosophical argument as to why we should not fear that change. What results is a fascinating book that offers a deeper understanding... more...

  • Intelligent Robotic Systemsby Witold Jacak

    Springer 1999; US$ 171.00

    This text presents a comprehensive presentation of methodology for the design and synthesis of an intelligent complex robotic system, connecting formal tools from discrete system theory, artificial intelligence, neural network, and fuzzy logic. more...

  • Feedback Control of Computing Systemsby Joseph L. Hellerstein; Yixin Diao; Sujay Parekh; Dawn M. Tilbury

    John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2004; US$ 174.00

    This is the first practical treatment of the design and application of feedback control of computing systems. MATLAB files for the solution of problems and case studies accompany the text throughout. The book discusses information technology examples, such as maximizing the efficiency of Lotus Notes. This book results from the authors' research into the use of control theory to model and control computing systems. This has important implications to the way engineers and researchers approach different resource management problems. This guide is well suited for professionals and researchers in information technology and computer science. more...