false http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1171838968m/122299.jpg 122299 1 <div id = "quote"> <blockquote cite="http://books.slashdot.org/article.pl?sid=05/01/03/2112255&from=rss"> <p> Loads of pictures and very frank discussion make this book a pleasure to read, and a real learning tool.</p> </blockquote> <p id="quoteAuthor">&#8212; Craig Maloney, Slashdot Contributor</p></div> <div id = "quote"> <blockquote cite="http://www.linux.ca/bookreviews/Robot_Building_for_Beginners.txt"> <p> The author gives lots of practical advice, some of which would be useful even to experienced tinkerers. It is very thorough.</p> </blockquote> <p id="quoteAuthor">&#8212; Edward Chin, The Canadian Linux Users' Exchange</p></div> <p>Learning robotics by yourself isn't easy, but it helps when the encouragement comes from an expert who's spent years in the field. Not only does Author David Cook assist you in understanding the component parts of robot development, but he also presents valuable techniques that prepare you to achieve new discoveries on your own. </p> <p>Cook begins with the anatomy of a homemade robot and gives you the best advice on how to proceed successfully. General sources for tools and parts are provided in a consolidated list, and specific parts are recommended throughout the book. Also, basic safety precautions and essential measuring and numbering systems are promoted throughout. </p> <p>Specific tools and parts covered include digital multimeters, motors, wheels, resistors, LEDs, photoresistors, transistors, chips, gears, nut drivers, batteries, and more. <i>Robot Building for Beginners</i> is an inspiring book that provides an essential base of practical knowledge for anyone getting started in amateur robotics. </p> 117741 18 1 2002 Robot Building for Beginners total:12|5:2|4:6|3:2|2:1|1:1| 12 43 25 3 4 0 false false Thu Jan 01 00:00:00 -0800 2009 Wed Apr 29 21:19:54 -0700 2009 Wed Apr 29 21:21:13 -0700 2009 1 0 false false Thu Jan 01 00:00:00 -0800 2004 Mon Jul 30 13:51:36 -0700 2007 Mon Jul 30 13:52:09 -0700 2007 4 0 false false Sun Jun 14 18:37:29 -0700 2009 Sun Jun 14 18:43:26 -0700 2009
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