Features
- Cover Type: Paperback with 711 pages
- Published by: McGraw-Hill/TAB Electronics
- Edition: 1st Edition August 15, 2002
- Written in: English
- ISBN 10 Number: 0071406859
- ISBN 13 Number: 978-0071406857
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Book Dimensions:
10.7 x 8.3 x 1.3 inches
- Weighs: 3.4 pounds
Robotroom.com, July 2004
simple terminology to prevent intimidation variety of tools robot builder uses came very comfortable sense for world of hobby robots.
Product Review
A comprehensive listing (with address, phone numbers, web sites) of over 2500 suppliers and manufacturers of robot components, materials, tools, and much more. There are even sources for tracking down older and hard-to-find parts. Also listed are books, journals, magazines, professional societies, and Internet resources, including education sites, competition information, and web sites where hobbyists can find examples of program code. Dozens of sidebars and articles on various robotics topics break up the directory feel. The author also indicates recommended sources based on his own experiences and identifies "premium" sources that are dedicated to robot hobbyists. (
Library Journal )
Reader ReviewsWhether you're interested in robots, hobby electronics, or diy electronics, this is a great addition to your reference library. One of the best features is that McComb describes and explains the concepts for a lot of the category of parts that are in the book (for example, motors, gears, all sorts of sensors, materials, etc.) He also marks the vendors that he's used in the past, so it's easy to find a trustworthy vendor if you don't have time to look into all the vendors that he lists. You will not be disappointed.
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