Mastering BeagleBone Robotics

Mastering BeagleBone Robotics
Author: Richard Grimmett
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 364
Release: 2014-12-22
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1783988916

If you want a simple guide to building complex robots, then this book is for you. You'll need some programming knowledge and experience working with mechanical systems.

BeagleBone Robotic Projects

BeagleBone Robotic Projects
Author: Dr. Richard Grimmett
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 221
Release: 2017-06-13
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1788291298

Exciting new capabilities to enable even easier DIY robotics with BeagleBone Blue About This Book Build powerful robots with the all new BeagleBone Blue Communicate with your robot and teach it to detect and respond to its environment Control walking, rolling, swimming, and flying robots with your iOS and Android mobile devices Who This Book Is For This book is for anyone who is curious about using new, low-cost hardware to create robotic projects and have previously been the domain of research labs, major universities, or defence departments. Some programming experience would be useful, but if you know how to use a personal computer, you can use this book to construct far more complex systems than you would have thought possible. What You Will Learn Power on and configure the BeagleBone Blue Get to know Simple programming techniques to enable the unique hardware capabilities of the BeagleBone Blue. Connect standard hardware to enable your projects to see, speak, hear, and move Build advanced capabilities into your projects, such as GPS and sonar sensors Build complex projects that can fly, or go under or on the water In Detail BeagleBone Blue is effectively a small, light, cheap computer in a similar vein to Raspberry Pi and Arduino. It has all of the extensibility of today's desktop machines, but without the bulk, expense, or noise. This project guide provides step-by-step instructions that enable anyone to use this new, low-cost platform in some fascinating robotics projects. By the time you are finished, your projects will be able to see, speak, listen, detect their surroundings, and move in a variety of amazing ways. The book begins with unpacking and powering up the components. This includes guidance on what to purchase and how to connect it all successfully, and a primer on programming the BeagleBone Blue. You will add additional software functionality available from the open source community, including making the system see using a webcam, hear using a microphone, and speak using a speaker. You will then learn to use the new hardware capability of the BeagleBone Blue to make your robots move, as well as discover how to add sonar sensors to avoid or find objects. Later, you will learn to remotely control your robot through iOS and Android devices. At the end of this book, you will see how to integrate all of these functionalities to work together, before developing the most impressive robotics projects: Drone and Submarine. Style and approach Develop practical example projects with detailed explanations, combine the projects in a vast number of ways to create different robot designs, or work through them in sequence to discover the full capability of the BeagleBone Blue.

Learning BeagleBone Python Programming

Learning BeagleBone Python Programming
Author: Alexander Hiam
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2015-07-14
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1784390801

BeagleBone is a barebone computer that can be configured and customized for different applications and is almost half the price of a standard computer. This book will cover the basics of how BeagleBone Black's hardware interface subsystems work, and can be controlled using two popular Python libraries for BeagleBone Black. You will be introduced to BeagleBone Black's GPIO, PWM, ADC, UART, SPI, I2C, and eQEP subsystems. We will then dive deep into more complex built-in peripherals, demonstrating different ways to receive input from a user including buttons, potentiometers, and rotary encoders with the eQEP module. We will also learn about interfacing with external devices; this will be demonstrated using the serial modules to interface with external devices such as temperature sensors and accelerometers. Towards the end of the book, we will present a couple of real-world problems and demonstrate how to solve them with the skills you've acquired.

Programming the BeagleBone

Programming the BeagleBone
Author: Yogesh Chavan
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 180
Release: 2016-01-28
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1784399035

Master BeagleBone programming by doing simple electronics and Internet of Things projects About This Book Quickly develop electronics projects that interact with Internet applications using JavaScript and Python Learn about electronics components such as sensors and motors, and how to communicate with them by writing programs A step-by-step guide to explore the exciting world of BeagleBone—from connecting BeagleBone to doing electronics projects and creating IoT applications Who This Book Is For If you want to learn programming on embedded systems with BeagleBone by doing simple electronics projects, this book is for you. This book is also helpful to BeagleBone owners who want to quickly implement small-scale home automation solutions. It is assumed that you have familiarity with C and Python programming. Some familiarity with electronics is helpful but not essential. What You Will Learn Connect your BeagleBone to a computer in different ways and get the Cloud9 IDE running to quick-start programming on the BeagleBone Get to know about BeagleBone extension pins such as GPIO and how to connect various electronics components with BeagleBone Read and write to various electronics components such as LED, Push-button, sensors, and motors Grasp in-depth theory on Analog, PWM, and BUS programming and the electronics components used in programs Handle data to and from various BUS supporting modules such as UART, I2C, and SPI using the Adafruit BBIO Python library Write real-life IoT applications in JavaScript and Python such as shooting an e-mail on overheat and controlling a servo motor remotely Make use of online free cloud services to store and analyze sensor data collected on the BeagleBone Discover what else can be done using the BeagleBone Get to grips with embedded system BUS communication In Detail The whole world is moving from desktop computers to smartphones and embedded systems. We are moving towards utilizing Internet of Things (IoT). An exponential rise in the demand for embedded systems and programming in the last few years is driving programmers to use embedded development boards such as Beaglebone. BeagleBone is an ultra-small, cost-effective computer that comes with a powerful hardware. It runs a full-fledged Debian Linux OS and provides numerous electronics solutions. BeagleBone is open source and comes with an Ethernet port, which allows you to deploy IoT projects without any additions to the board. It provides plenty of GPIO, Anlaog pins, and UART, I2C, SPI pins which makes it the right choice to perform electronics projects. This gives you all the benefits of Linux kernel such as multitasking, multiusers, and extensive device driver support. This allows you to do programming in many languages including high-level languages such as JavaScript and Python. This book aims to exploit the hardware and software capabilities of BeagleBone to create real-life electronics and IoT applications quickly. It is divided into two parts. The first part covers JavaScript programs. The second part provides electronics projects and IoT applications in Python. First, you will learn to use BeagleBone as tool to write useful applications on embedded systems. Starting with the basics needed to set up BeagleBone and the Cloud9 IDE, this book covers interfacing with various electronics components via simple programs. The electronics theory related to these components is then explained in depth before you use them in a program. Finally, the book helps you create some real-life IoT applications. Style and approach An easy-to-follow guide full of real-world electronics programs and quick troubleshooting tips using BeagleBone. All the required electronics concepts are explained in detail before using them in a program and all programs are explained in depth. Most of the theory is covered in the first part; while the second part gives you some quick programs.

BeagleBone Home Automation Blueprints

BeagleBone Home Automation Blueprints
Author: Rodolfo Giometti
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 378
Release: 2016-02-03
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1783986034

Automate and control your home using the power of the BeagleBone Black with practical home automation projects About This Book Build, set up, and develop your circuits via step-by-step tutorial of practical examples, from initial board setup to device driver management Get access to several kinds of computer peripherals to monitor and control your domestic environment using this guide This book is spread across 10 chapters all focused on one practical home automation project Who This Book Is For This book is for developers who know how to use BeagleBone and are just above the “beginner” level. If you want to learn to use embedded machine learning capabilities, you should have some experience of creating simple home automation projects. What You Will Learn Build a CO (and other gas) sensor with a buzzer/LED alarm to signal high concentrations Log environment data and plot it in a fancy manner Develop a simple web interface with a LAMP platform Prepare complex web interfaces in JavaScript and get to know how to stream video data from a webcam Use APIs to get access to a Google Docs account or a WhatsApp/Facebook account to manage a home automation system Add custom device drivers to manage an LED with different blinking frequencies Discover how to work with electronic components to build small circuits Use an NFS, temperature sensor, relays, and other peripherals to monitor and control your surroundings In Detail BeagleBone is a microboard PC that runs Linux. It can connect to the Internet and can run OSes such as Android and Ubuntu. BeagleBone is used for a variety of different purposes and projects, from simple projects such as building a thermostat to more advanced ones such as home security systems. Packed with real-world examples, this book will provide you with examples of how to connect several sensors and an actuator to the BeagleBone Black. You'll learn how to give access to them, in order to realize simple-to-complex monitoring and controlling systems that will help you take control of the house. You will also find software examples of implementing web interfaces using the classical PHP/HTML pair with JavaScript, using complex APIs to interact with a Google Docs account, WhatsApp, or Facebook. This guide is an invaluable tutorial if you are planning to use a BeagleBone Black in a home automation project. Style and approach This step-by-step guide contains several home automation examples that can be used as base projects for tons of other home automation and control systems. Through clear, concise examples based on real-life situations, you will quickly get to grips with the core concepts needed to develop home automation applications with the BeagleBone Black using both the C language and high-level scripting languages such as PHP, Python, and JavaScript.

BeagleBone Robotic Projects

BeagleBone Robotic Projects
Author: Richard Grimmett
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 374
Release: 2013-12-26
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1783559330

Develop practical example projects with detailed explanations; combine the projects in a vast number of ways to create different robot designs, or work through them in sequence to discover the full capability of the BeagleBone Black. This book is for anyone who is curious about using new, low-cost hardware to create robotic projects that have previously been the domain of research labs, major universities or Defence departments. Some programming experience would be useful, but if you know how to use a personal computer, you can use this book to construct far more complex systems than you would have thought possible.

BeagleBone: Creative Projects for Hobbyists

BeagleBone: Creative Projects for Hobbyists
Author: Charles Hamilton
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 905
Release: 2017-07-20
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1788399269

Learn to build amazing robotic projects using the powerful BeagleBone Black. About This Book Push your creativity to the limit through complex, diverse, and fascinating projects Develop applications with the BeagleBone Black and open source Linux software Sharpen your expertise in making sophisticated electronic devices Who This Book Is For This Learning Path is aimed at hobbyists who want to do creative projects that make their life easier and also push the boundaries of what can be done with the BeagleBone Black. This Learning Path's projects are for the aspiring maker, casual programmer, and budding engineer or tinkerer. You'll need some programming knowledge, and experience of working with mechanical systems to get the complete experience from this Learning Path. What You Will Learn Set up and run the BeagleBone Black for the first time Get to know the basics of microcomputing and Linux using the command line and easy kernel mods Develop a simple web interface with a LAMP platform Prepare complex web interfaces in JavaScript and get to know how to stream video data from a webcam Find out how to use a GPS to determine where your sailboat is, and then get the bearing and distance to a new waypoint Use a wind sensor to sail your boat effectively both with and against the wind Build an underwater ROV to explore the underwater world See how to build an autonomous Quadcopter In Detail BeagleBone is a microboard PC that runs Linux. It can connect to the Internet and run OSes such as Android and Ubuntu. You can transform this tiny device into a brain for an embedded application or an endless variety of electronic inventions and prototypes. This Learning Path starts off by teaching you how to program the BeagleBone. You will create introductory projects to get yourselves acquainted with all the nitty gritty. Then we'll focus on a series of projects that are aimed at hobbyists like you and encompass the areas of home automation and robotics. With each project, we'll teach you how to connect several sensors and an actuator to the BeagleBone Black. We'll also create robots for land, sea, and water. Yes, really! The books used in this Learning Path are: BeagleBone Black Cookbook BeagleBone Home Automation Blueprints Mastering BeagleBone Robotics Style and approach This practical guide transforms complex and confusing pieces of technology to become accessible with easy- to-succeed instructions. Through clear, concise examples, you will quickly get to grips with the core concepts needed to develop home automation applications with the BeagleBone Black.

Towards Autonomous Robotic Systems

Towards Autonomous Robotic Systems
Author: Yang Gao
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 719
Release: 2017-07-19
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 3319641077

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 18th Annual Conference on Towards Autonomous Robotics, TAROS 2017, held in Guildford, UK, in July 2017. The 43 revised full papers presented together with 13 short papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 66 submissions. The papers discuss robotics research drawn from a wide and diverse range of topics, such as swarm and multi-robotic systems; human-robot interaction; robotic learning and imitation; robot navigation, planning and safety; humanoid and bio-inspired robots; mobile robots and vehicles; robot testing and design; detection and recognition; learning and adaptive behaviours; interaction; soft and reconfigurable robots; and service and industrial robots.

Bad to the Bone

Bad to the Bone
Author: Steven Barrett
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 394
Release: 2022-06-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3031798791

BeagleBone Black is a low-cost, open hardware computer uniquely suited to interact with sensors and actuators directly and over the Web. Introduced in April 2013 by BeagleBoard.org, a community of developers first established in early 2008, BeagleBone Black is used frequently to build vision-enabled robots, home automation systems, artistic lighting systems, and countless other do-it-yourself and professional projects. BeagleBone variants include the original BeagleBone and the newer BeagleBone Black, both hosting a powerful 32-bit, super-scalar ARM Cortex A8 processor capable of running numerous mobile and desktop-capable operating systems, typically variants of Linux including Debian, Android, and Ubuntu. Yet, BeagleBone is small enough to fit in a small mint tin box. The "Bone" may be used in a wide variety of projects from middle school science fair projects to senior design projects to first prototypes of very complex systems. Novice users may access the power of the Bone through the user-friendly BoneScript software, experienced through a Web browser in most major operating systems, including Microsoft Windows, Apple Mac OS X, or the Linux operating systems. Seasoned users may take full advantage of the Bone's power using the underlying Linux-based operating system, a host of feature extension boards (Capes) and a wide variety of Linux community open source libraries. This book provides an introduction to this powerful computer and has been designed for a wide variety of users including the first time novice through the seasoned embedded system design professional. The book contains background theory on system operation coupled with many well-documented, illustrative examples. Examples for novice users are centered on motivational, fun robot projects while advanced projects follow the theme of assistive technology and image-processing applications.

Mastering Robot design and programming

Mastering Robot design and programming
Author: Cybellium Ltd
Publisher: Cybellium Ltd
Total Pages: 223
Release:
Genre: Computers
ISBN:

Unleash Creativity and Ingenuity in Robotics In the realm of technology and automation, robots have become pivotal in reshaping industries and possibilities. "Mastering Robot Design and Programming" is your definitive guide to understanding and harnessing the potential of robotics, empowering you to create and program intelligent robots that push the boundaries of innovation and redefine the future. About the Book: As robotics technology evolves, the ability to design and program robots becomes increasingly crucial. "Mastering Robot Design and Programming" offers a comprehensive exploration of this dynamic field—an essential toolkit for engineers, enthusiasts, and innovators. This book caters to both newcomers and experienced learners aiming to excel in robot design, customization, and programming. Key Features: Robotics Fundamentals: Begin by understanding the core principles of robotics. Learn about robot components, kinematics, and dynamics that shape robot design. Custom Robot Design: Dive into custom robot design techniques. Explore methods for selecting mechanical parts, designing frames, and ensuring stability and mobility. Programming Basics: Grasp the art of robot programming. Understand how to write and upload code for motion control, sensors, and autonomous behaviors. Sensors and Perception: Explore sensors and perception systems for robots. Learn how to integrate cameras, LiDAR, proximity sensors, and other devices for accurate environment awareness. Autonomous Navigation: Understand the significance of autonomous navigation. Learn how to program robots to navigate through environments, avoid obstacles, and map surroundings. Human-Robot Interaction: Delve into human-robot interaction. Explore techniques for creating interfaces and behaviors that enable robots to collaborate with humans effectively. Robot Applications: Grasp real-world applications of robotics. From manufacturing to healthcare, discover the diverse applications of intelligent robots. Ethics and Safety: Gain insights into robotics ethics and safety considerations. Learn how to design robots that adhere to ethical standards and ensure safe operations. Why This Book Matters: In an age of innovation and automation, mastering robot design and programming offers a competitive edge. "Mastering Robot Design and Programming" empowers engineers, enthusiasts, and technology innovators to leverage robotics technology, enabling them to create intelligent robots that redefine industries and drive progress. Shape the Future of Automation: In the landscape of technology and automation, robots are at the forefront of reshaping industries and possibilities. "Mastering Robot Design and Programming" equips you with the knowledge needed to leverage robotics, enabling you to create and program intelligent machines that redefine innovation and open doors to new horizons. Whether you're a seasoned robotics enthusiast or new to the world of robot design, this book will guide you in building a solid foundation for effective robot customization and programming. Your journey to mastering robot design and programming starts here. © 2023 Cybellium Ltd. All rights reserved. www.cybellium.com