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Make an Arduino-Controlled Robot

Make an Arduino-Controlled Robot

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Publisher: O'Reilly Media, Inc.

Publication Date: 16-OCT-2012

Insert Date: 22-SEP-2012

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Building robots that sense and interact with their environment used to be tricky. Now, Arduino makes it easy. With this book and an Arduino microcontroller and software creation environment, you’ll learn how to build and program a robot that can roam around, sense its environment, and perform a wide variety of tasks....

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Learn Electronics with Arduino

Learn Electronics with Arduino

By: Don Wilcher

Publisher: Apress

Publication Date: 27-JUN-2012

Insert Date: 19-SEP-2012

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Have you ever wondered how electronic gadgets are created? Do you have an idea for a new proof-of-concept tech device or electronic toy but have no way of testing the feasibility of the device? Have you accumulated a junk box of electronic parts and are now wondering what to build? Learn Electronics with Arduino will answer these questions to discovering cool and innovative applications for new tech products using modification, reuse, and experimentation techniques. You'll learn electronics concepts while building cool and practical devices and gadgets based on the Arduino, an...

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Robot Builder's Cookbook

Robot Builder's Cookbook

By: Owen Bishop

Publisher: Newnes

Publication Date: 10-SEP-2007

Insert Date: 07-AUG-2012

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Owen Bishop introduces, through hands-on project work, the mechanics, electronics and programming involved in practical robot design-and-build. The use of the PIC microcontroller throughout provides a painless introduction to programming whilst harnessing the power of a highly popular microcontroller used by students and design engineers worldwide. This is a book for first-time robot builders, advanced builders wanting to know more about programming robots and students in Further and Higher Education tackling microcontroller-based practical work. They will all find this book a unique ...

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Building Robots With Lego Mindstorms

Building Robots With Lego Mindstorms

By: Mario Ferrari; Guilio Ferrari

Publisher: Syngress

Publication Date: 05-JAN-2002

Insert Date: 04-AUG-2012

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Lego robots! Mindstorms are sweeping the world and fans need to learn how to programme them Lego Mindstorms are a new generation of Lego Robots that can be manipulated using microcomputers, light and touch sensors, an infrared transmitter and CD-ROMs. Since Lego launched Lego Mindstorms in late 1998 sales have skyrocketed - with no sign of slowing down. Mindstorms have captured the imagination of adults and children alike, creating a subculture of Mindstorm enthusiasts around the world. The kits are now a staple part of engineering and computer science classes at many high profile...

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Applied Control Theory for Embedded Systems

Applied Control Theory for Embedded Systems

By: Tim Wescott

Publisher: Newnes

Publication Date: 03-APR-2006

Insert Date: 04-AUG-2012

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Many embedded engineers and programmers who need to implement basic process or motion control as part of a product design do not have formal training or experience in control system theory. Although some projects require advanced and very sophisticated control systems expertise, the majority of embedded control problems can be solved without resorting to heavy math and complicated control theory. However, existing texts on the subject are highly mathematical and theoretical and do not offer practical examples for embedded designers. This book is different;it presents mathematical...

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8051 Microcontrollers

8051 Microcontrollers

By: David Calcutt; Frederick Cowan; Hassan Parchizadeh

Publisher: Newnes

Publication Date: 02-APR-2004

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The 8051 architecture developed by Intel has proved to be the most popular and enduring type of microcontroller, available from many manufacturers and widely used for industrial applications and embedded systems as well as being a versatile and economical option for design prototyping, educational use and other project work. In this book the authors introduce the fundamentals and capabilities of the 8051, then put them to use through practical exercises and project work. The result is a highly practical learning experience that will help a wide range of engineers and students to get...

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Arduino Wearables

Arduino Wearables

By: Tony Olsson

Publisher: Apress

Publication Date: 04-JUL-2012

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You've probably seen LED-decorated t-shirts and hats, and maybe even other electronic gadgets embedded in clothing, but with Arduino Wearables you can learn to make your own wearable electronic creations. This book is an introduction to wearable computing, prototyping, and smart materials using the Arduino platform. Every chapter takes you all the way from idea to finished project. Even if you have no experience with Arduino, this book will get you set up with all the materials, software, and hardware you need; you'll complete simple projects first, and then build on your growing...

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Making Things Talk (Make)

Making Things Talk (Make)

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Publisher: O'Reilly Verlag

Publication Date: 30-APR-2012

Insert Date: 26-JUN-2012

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Elektronische Projekten zu bauen, die mit der physischen Welt interagieren können, bereitet großen Spaß. Aber so richtig spannend wird es, wenn die DIY-Projekte auch direkt miteinander kommunizieren können. Making Things Talk – Die Welt sehen, hören, fühlen zeigt mit 33 leicht nachzubauenden Elektronikprojekten, wie Dinge untereinander, mit der Umwelt und mit Menschen kommunizieren können. Making Things Talk wurde in den USA in der 1. Auflage zu DEM Standardwerk über Physical Computing....

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Arduino and Kinect Projects: Design, Build, Blow Their Minds

Arduino and Kinect Projects: Design, Build, Blow Their Minds

By: Enrique Ramos Melgar; Ciriaco Castro Díez; Przemek Jaworski

Publisher: Apress

Publication Date: 18-APR-2012

Insert Date: 23-JUN-2012

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If you've done some Arduino tinkering and wondered how you could incorporate the Kinect—or the other way around—then this book is for you. The authors of Arduino and Kinect Projects will show you how to create 10 amazing, creative projects, from simple to complex. You'll also find out how to incorporate Processing in your project design—a language very similar to the Arduino language. The ten projects are carefully designed to build on your skills at every step. Starting with the Arduino and Kinect equivalent of "Hello, World," the authors will take you through a diverse range of...

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Arduino für Einsteiger

Arduino für Einsteiger

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Publisher: O'Reilly Verlag

Publication Date: 30-APR-2012

Insert Date: 11-JUN-2012

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Arduino ist ein Mikrocontroller, der mithilfe eines USB-Kabels an den PC angeschlossen und von dort aus gesteuert wird. Sowohl die Hardware wie auch die Entwicklungsumgebung zur Steuerung stehen unter Open-Source-Lizenz. Zahlreiche Peripherieteile wie LEDs, Motoren und Sensoren können über den Arduino gesteuert werden. Der Mikrocontroller eignet sich besonders für Menschen mit wenig Programmierkenntnissen. Arduino für Einsteiger erklärt, wie die Entwicklungsumgebung auf dem PC (oder Mac) installiert wird und wie der Mikrocontroller programmiert wird. Das Buch vermittelt elektronisches...

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Getting Started with .NET Gadgeteer

Getting Started with .NET Gadgeteer

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Publisher: O'Reilly Media, Inc.

Publication Date: 21-MAY-2012

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Learn how to quickly build cool electronic gadgets with .NET Gadgeteer. With the easy-to-follow instructions in this guide, you’ll tackle five fascinating projects, using Microsoft’s rapid prototyping Gadgeteer platform. There’s no soldering involved—you simply plug in modules that make gadget-building quick and easy. Ideal for beginners, this book shows you how to work with modules and other hardware in the popular Fez Spider Starter Kit, and teaches you how to program your gadgets with Visual Studio C# Express and the .NET Micro Framework 4.1 SDK....

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RFID For Dummies®

RFID For Dummies®

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Publisher: For Dummies

Publication Date: 01-APR-2005

Insert Date: 13-APR-2012

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Many companies have asked suppliers to begin using RFID (radio frequency identification) tags by 2006 RFID allows pallets and products to be scanned at a greater distance and with less effort than barcode scanning, offering superior supply-chain management efficiencies This unique plain-English resource explains RFID and shows CIOs, warehouse managers, and supply-chain managers how to implement RFID tagging in products and deploy RFID scanning at a warehouse or distribution center Covers the business case for RFID, pilot programs, timelines and strategies for site assessments...

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IBM WebSphere RFID Handbook: A Solution Guide

IBM WebSphere RFID Handbook: A Solution Guide

By: James Chamberlain; Corinne Blanchard; Sam Burlingame; Sarika Chandramohan; Eric Forestier; Gary Griffith; Mary Lou Mazzara; Subu Musti; Sung-Ik Son; Glenn Stump; Christoph Weiss

Publisher: IBM Redbooks

Publication Date: 18-MAY-2006

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This IBM Redbooks publication explains the key products and components that are included in the WebSphere RFID solution, with a focus on WebSphere RFID Premises Server and Device Infrastructure. You will learn how to install and to configure the Premises Server, to connect and to communicate with your edge devices, and to implement the Dock Door Receiving Starter Kit. This book starts with a broad picture of RFID technology and explains how the WebSphere RFID solution fits into that overall technology. It details the features and functions of the Premises Server and includes information...

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Die elektronische Welt mit Arduino entdecken (O'Reillys Basics)

Die elektronische Welt mit Arduino entdecken (O'Reillys Basics)

By: Erik Bartmann

Publisher: O'Reilly Verlag

Publication Date: 30-NOV-2011

Insert Date: 06-APR-2012

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Nicht zu Unrecht hat das Open-Source-Projekt Arduino in den vergangenen Jahren große Aufmerksamkeit erlangt und vielen Nicht-Programmieren den Einstieg in eine neue, faszinierende Welt ermöglicht. Mit dem Microcontroller Arduino können aufregende Dinge entwickelt werden: von einer selbst programmierten Ampelsteuerung bis hin zu mit der Umwelt interagierenden Robotern. Die einzige Voraussetzung, die man für Die elektronische Welt mit Arduino entdecken mitbringen muss, ist Neugierde. Für den Rest sorgt der Autor Erik Bartmann, der den Leser Schritt für Schritt in die Welt der Elektronik, der...

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Beginning Android ADK with Arduino

Beginning Android ADK with Arduino

By: Mario Böhmer

Publisher: Apress

Publication Date: 26-MAR-2012

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Whether you're new to Arduino and Android development, or you've tinkered a bit with either one, this is the book for you. Android has always been a natural fit with Arduino projects, but now that Google has released the Android Open Accessory Development Kit (the Android ADK), combining Android with Arduino to create custom gadgets has become even easier. Beginning Android ADK with Arduino shows how the ADK works and how it can be used with a variety of Arduino boards to create a variety of fun projects that showcase the abilities of the ADK. Mario Böhmer will walk you through several...

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Getting Started with RFID

Getting Started with RFID

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Publisher: O'Reilly Media, Inc.

Publication Date: 16-MAR-2012

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If you want to experiment with radio frequency identification (RFID), this book is the perfect place to start. All you need is some experience with Arduino and Processing, the ability to connect basic circuits on a breadboard with jumper wire—and you’re good to go. You’ll be guided through three hands-on projects that let you experience RFID in action....

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Getting Started with Netduino

Getting Started with Netduino

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Publisher: O'Reilly Media, Inc.

Publication Date: 24-FEB-2012

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Learn how to build electronics projects with Netduino, the popular platform that's capturing the imagination of makers and hobbyists worldwide. This easy-to-follow, hands-on book provides everything you need to start experimenting with Netduino and the open source .NET Micro Framework. Before long, you’ll be blinking an LED and interacting with sensors....

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Network Processors

Network Processors

By: Ran Giladi

Publisher: Morgan Kaufmann

Publication Date: 16-JUL-2008

Insert Date: 01-FEB-2012

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Network processors are the basic building blocks of today's high-speed, high-demand, quality-oriented communication networks. Designing and implementing network processors requires a new programming paradigm and an in-depth understanding of network processing requirements. This book leads the reader through the requirements and the underlying theory of networks, network processing, and network processors. It covers implementation of network processors and intergrates EZchip Microcode Development Environment so that you can gain hands-on experience in writing high-speed networking...

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IBM System Blue Gene Solution: Hardware Installation and Serviceability

IBM System Blue Gene Solution: Hardware Installation and Serviceability

By: James Milano; Gary L. Mullen-Schultz; Gary Lakner

Publisher: IBM Redbooks

Publication Date: 21-JUN-2007

Insert Date: 30-JAN-2012

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This IBM Redbooks publication is the second book in a series of IBM publications written specifically for the IBM System Blue Gene Solution, Blue Gene/L, which was developed by IBM in collaboration with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL). This book focuses on the physical installation and hardware maintenance of the system.More specifically, in the first part of the book, we take you through the steps to place the Blue Gene/L racks and bolt them together. Then we explain the process of cabling the various networks on the system. The second half of the book focuses on powering off...

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Environmental Monitoring with Arduino

Environmental Monitoring with Arduino

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Publisher: O'Reilly Media, Inc.

Publication Date: 27-JAN-2012

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Right now, thousands of people worldwide are tracking environmental conditions with monitoring devices they’ve built themselves. You can do it too! This inspiring guide shows you how to use Arduino to create gadgets for measuring noise, weather, electromagnetic interference (EMI), water purity, and more. You’ll also learn how to collect and share your own data, and you can experiment by creating your own variations of the gadgets covered in the book. If you’re new to DIY electronics, the first chapter offers a primer on electronic circuits and Arduino programming....