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The Robosapien Companion: Tips, Tricks & Hacks
You'll loveThe Robosapien Companion: Tips, Tricks, and Hacks whether you're a robotics expert or beginner. And whether you own a Robosapien or not, or are anticipating the V2 release, you'll learn about the workings and theory of this fun robot. An owner of several Robosapiens himself, author Jamie Samans covers everything from basics like diagnosing
and testing your new Robosapien, to advanced topics like hacking and modifications. He thoroughly covers what he calls the curiosity and creativity of this famous bot.
The book functions as both a practical user guide and an interesting read about the theory behind the machine: BEAM robotics. (BEAM stands for biology, electronics, aesthetics, and mechanics.) You'll learn about Robo's 67 unique functions, and get the full scoop on the upcoming line of Robosapiens: the Robopet, the Roboraptor, and the bipedal Robosapien V2. By the book's end, you'll come to master your V1 or become fully prepared for the exciting upgrades planned for V2.
Contents:
PART 1 Introduction
CHAPTER 1 An Introduction to Robosapien
CHAPTER 2 Robosapien: A Robotic Family History
CHAPTER 3 Robosapien: A Design History
CHAPTER 4 Setting Up Your Robosapien
PART 2 Robosapien Out of the Box
CHAPTER 5 Robosapien Anatomy
CHAPTER 6 Controlling and Walking Your Robosapien
CHAPTER 7 Robosapien Commands
PART 3 Programming Your Robosapien
CHAPTER 8 Program Modes
CHAPTER 9 Advanced Programming Examples
CHAPTER 10 Online Robosapien Resources and Community Submitted Programs
CHAPTER 11 Using Your Computer to Control Robosapien
PART 4 Hacking the Robosapien
CHAPTER 12 An Introduction to Hacking Robosapien
CHAPTER 13 Hacking Basics
CHAPTER 14 Troubleshooting Your Robosapien
CHAPTER 15 Advanced Hack: Wireless Camera Installation
PART 5 A Look Ahead
CHAPTER 16 A New Line of Robots
APPENDIX Interview with Mark Tilden
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