Delving into mechanical intelligence, control systems, and human-robot interaction through kinetic sculptures and autonomous systems that bridge the gap between art and engineering.
Design-first approach to robotics: form, behavior, components, making, autonomy, and real-world applications for creative technologists.
Robot as artifact, form follows function, movement as communication, HRI principles, and design case studies.
Movement vocabulary, personality through motion, interaction patterns, designing trust, and behavior prototyping.
Components explained: sensors (what robots perceive), actuators (how they act), controllers, and choosing the right parts.
Arduino and Raspberry Pi basics, beginner kits, first robot project walkthrough, visual programming with Blockly.
Levels of autonomy, rule-based vs. learning systems, computer vision basics, and designing for graceful failure.
Industry use cases, service robots, social robots, healthcare, creative robotics, and emerging opportunities.
Curated research papers and resources on robot design, HRI, autonomous systems, and real-world applications. 24 verified sources from MIT Press, IEEE, Springer, and leading institutions.
Research on robot behavior design, social robotics, uncanny valley, and ethics. Includes Breazeal's sociable robots and Reeves & Nass' media equation.
Arduino and Raspberry Pi resources, open-source projects, ROS documentation, and the maker movement philosophy.
Probabilistic robotics, SLAM, computer vision, end-to-end learning, and robot learning from demonstration research.
Collaborative robots, autonomous vehicles, surgical robotics, Mars rovers, and service robot case studies.
Automation impact, moral machines, safety standards, and the future of work with robots. Critical perspectives on technology and society.
Explore the complete curated library of robotics research and resources
Master robotics concepts through active recall. 60 interactive flashcards covering robot anatomy, movement, autonomy, applications, and maker tools.
Servo motors, sensors (ultrasonic, LiDAR, IMU, force), actuators, encoders, and essential robot components.
Differential drive, kinematics, gaits, locomotion, legibility, and animation principles for robots.
SLAM, path planning, computer vision, sensor fusion, PID control, and autonomous navigation concepts.
Cobots, AGVs, social robots, soft robotics, prosthetics, surgical robots, and delivery systems.
Arduino, Raspberry Pi, PWM, I2C, ROS, GPIO, breadboards, and essential robotics development tools.
Practice with interactive flashcards and track your progress
Essential tools, kits, and resources for building robots. From beginner Arduino setups to advanced simulation platforms and design templates.
Arduino starter kits, Raspberry Pi robots, pre-built platforms (mBot, Sphero), and open-source projects (InMoov, Otto DIY).
Robot specification documents, behavior design state machines, and designer-engineer collaboration frameworks.
Blockly for robotics, Scratch extensions, and ROS basics for designers. Program robots without traditional coding.
Webots, Gazebo, browser-based simulators, and motion planning visualizers. Test designs before building hardware.
Arduino vs Raspberry Pi decision matrix, cost comparisons, and use case recommendations for different projects.
Browse complete collection of maker resources and tools
Apply your knowledge through hands-on maker projects, collaborative design scenarios, and real-world case study analysis.
Paper robot prototypes, build Arduino line-following robot with step-by-step guide, and robot context design exercises.
Design team simulations, ethical dilemma discussions, and application brainstorming workshops with structured frameworks.
Deep dive into Spot and Atlas robots. Understand movement mastery, commercial pivot, and lessons for designers.
Compare failed consumer robot with successful business robot. Learn what makes social robots viable.
How cobots are changing factory work. Human-robot collaboration case study with safety and design insights.
Practice with hands-on projects and case studies