CHASSIS: As a beginner you can go for simple rectangular or circular shaped base, made of wood unless you want to make an attractive bOt.

If you are comfortable with basic mathematics and wish to know the torque and rpm you require for your motor then this section is for you [or you can calculate it from the ‘motor calculator&r

PLANAR MECHANISMS

The manipulators are an assembly of segments and joints. They are often referred to as robotic arms. They can be conveniently subdivided into 3 sections just like human hand :

These are mechanical touch sensors that are used to detect environment. They are used when you need to stop the bot instantaneously.

In this tutorial we will discuss the appropriate diameter of a wheel and the number of wheels required for a bOt.

GEARS

Part 1: Basics