Klappentext

This book summarizes recent advances in robotics using 3D printers and rapid prototyping as a concept development tool. The book is focused on industrial applications, educational aspects, rehabilitation, and other related topics. In particular, the book is intended to offer the reader a smooth yet deep introduction to the use of 3D printers and rapid prototyping techniques as a solution to robotics and mechatronics problems, highlighting successful case studies.

Inhalt

Chapter 1. Rapid Roboting: The New Approach for Quickly Development of Customized Robots.- Chapter 2. Additive Manufacturing Enabling Technologies for Rapid Roboting.- Chapter 3. Printing 3D Electronics for Robotics.- Chapter 4. Design of Mobile Robots.- Chapter 5. Prototyping the Brain of a Robot.- Chapter 6. Soft Robotics.- Chapter 7. Autonomous Service Robotics.- Chapter 8. Bio-Inspired Robotics.- Chapter 9. Biomedical Devices: Materials, Fabrication and Control.- Chapter 10. Future Trends.