Building Smart Robots Using ROS Design, Build, Simulate, Prototype and Control Smart Robots Using ROS (English Edition) Paperback – March 2022

Learn to Build Smart Robots with ROS: A Beginner's Guide
Master ROS (Robot Operating System) and design, build, simulate, control, and prototype your own intelligent robots with this comprehensive guide, "Building Smart Robots Using ROS."

This book is your one-stop shop for everything you need to know about creating smart robots using ROS, the leading robotics software platform. Whether you're a complete robotics newbie or a developer looking to expand your skillset, this book provides a step-by-step roadmap to take your ideas from concept to reality.

Key Features:

Beginner-Friendly: No prior robotics experience? No problem! This book starts with the fundamentals and gradually progresses to advanced topics.
Hands-on Learning: Dive into practical exercises and sample code to solidify your understanding of ROS concepts.
Comprehensive Coverage: Explore essential robotics components like sensors, actuators, Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM), and object detection.
Simulation Power: Master robot simulation with Gazebo and TurtleSim to test your creations in a safe virtual environment.
Design & Build: Learn the design process and gain the knowledge to assemble your own physical robot.
AI Integration: Take your robots to the next level by incorporating Artificial Intelligence principles for smarter behaviors.
Web & Mobile Control: Discover how to publish data to the ROS network and create a web interface or even a React Native app to control your robots.
Who will benefit from this book?

Robotics developers
Hardware product designers
Full-stack application developers
Machine learning enthusiasts
Students seeking real-world robotics development experience
Prior experience with Ubuntu and Python programming is recommended, but not mandatory.

This book equips you with the following skills:

Solid foundation in robotics fundamentals
Proficiency in ROS, including node configuration and 3D robot simulation
Ability to publish data to the ROS network for web integration
Knowledge of SLAM, CAD (Computer-Aided Design), and ROS image processing
Understanding of Artificial Intelligence principles and object detection with ROS
Expertise in designing, simulating, and assembling a robot
Don't wait! Unleash your creativity and embark on your robotics journey with "Building Smart Robots Using ROS." This book is your essential companion for building the intelligent robots of tomorrow.