This is an Introduction Unit for my Robotic Theory, so that means it's a Mish-Mash of Topics and Lessons, about Robots:
Robotic Theory Engineering Topics
Revolution Robotics Robots
and other stuff to be added later... like using the FANUC robot, if I can ever get it working safely.
Let's get started... Its going to be a fun, awesome ride...
Sid Bar for Teachers: This Unit and lessons is really about how I teach Robotics specific topics. Many of the lessons might be specific to my class, but you could probably adjust them for your class. I'll try to make them a neutral as I can, so they can be used in any Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or any other Engineering / Technology class. Let me know how I can make that better. I'll try to keep this unit current and relevant. Please let me know if any resource links are broken or not accessible. Use this email link to let me know what is broken @ TopClown@STEAMClown.org
Author: Jim Burnham - TopClown@STEAMClown.org. License: Distributed as Open Source.
I would like to thank Digi-Key Electronics for their generous support of my classroom and curriculum development. Digi-Key has Kits, Lab resources and Lesson materials ready to support each of the Labs and Lessons presented here. Each Lesson or Lab will have convenient links for all your electronic component needed to complete the hands on activities.
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No explicit prerequisite course work or coding knowledge is required, but students are expected to have a good understanding of basic computer principles.
Primer: "Aaron, I can imagine no way in which this thing could be considered anywhere remotely close to safe. All I know is I spent six hours in there and I'm still alive... You still want to do it?"
As with any activity, please make sure you are using appropriate safety equipment. If you are coding, writing, reading, or working a lab, make sure you stand up and stretch every hour or so, Please consider any safety issues connecting to a Raspberry Pi, Arduino, computers and other electronic equipment.
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Robotics
This Unit and set of lessons is focused on the Revolution Robotics Robots that I have access to in class. This module is documented in my Robot Club Pages - Robot Club - Revolution Robotics page.
This Unit and set of lessons is focused on <topic>.
Mechatronics - Introduction to <topic> - 📖 Lesson Tutorial
Mechatronics - <topic> - 📽️ Video - Podcast
Mechatronics - <topic> - 📰 Slide Presentation (Coming Soon)
Mechatronics - <topic> - LAB #1 - 🛠️ LAB Activity
Mechatronics - <topic> - LAB #2 - 🛠️ LAB Activity
Mechatronics - <topic> - LAB #3 - 🛠️ LAB Activity
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