The Robosapien Companion: Tips, Tricks, and Hacks

by James Samans

Overview

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, 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 line of Robosapiens: the Robopet, the Roboraptor, and the bipedal Robosapien V2. By the books end, you'll come to master your V1 or become fully prepared for the exciting upgrades included in V2.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781590595268
Publisher:	Apress
Publication date:	08/26/2005
Series:	Technology in Action Series
Edition description:	1st ed.
Pages:	344
Product dimensions:	7.01(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.03(d)

About the Author

Jamie Samans has been extremely active in the Robosapien community since July 2004 (the time of Robosapien's U.S. release). His hack submission was published in an issue of Servo, which asked him to write a series of articles on advanced hacking techniques for publication.

Table of Contents

An Introduction to Robosapien.- Robosapien: A Robotic Family History.- Robosapien: A Design History.- Setting Up Your Robosapien.- Robosapien Out of the Box.- Robosapien Anatomy.- Controlling and Walking Your Robosapien.- Robosapien Commands.- Programming Your Robosapien.- Program Modes.- Advanced Programming Examples.- Online Robosapien Resources and Community Submitted Programs.- Using Your Computer to Control Robosapien.- Hacking the Robosapien.- An Introduction to Hacking Robosapien.- Hacking Basics.- Troubleshooting Your Robosapien.- Advanced Hack: Wireless Camera Installation.- A Look Ahead.- A New Line of Robots.