Mechatronics for the Evil Genius
Newton C. Braga · first published 2005 · ISBN 9780071457590
A collection of 25 build-it-yourself projects combining electronics, mechanics, and control including a robot arm, light-beam remote control, coin tosser, and autonomous cart that avoids obstacles. Each project includes a full parts list, circuit diagrams, and construction methods, teaching how sensors and motors work together in real devices. The projects range from simple to challenging, letting you build at your own pace.
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Working through projects designed specifically to teach mechatronics concepts is faster than designing your own from scratch. These projects introduce patterns you'll see repeatedly in robotics work: sensor reading, decision logic, and motor control.