Introduction to Robotics - Lecture 1

Lecturer Introduction

• Name: Peter Cooke
• Duration: 6 weeks

Course Overview

• Focus on various types of robots.
• Initial emphasis on manufacturing robots (arm type robots).
  • Applications: Building cars, computers, etc.

Lecture Focus

• Big picture of different types of robots:
  • Robots that drive
  • Robots that fly
  • Robots that swim under water
  • Robotic boats (surface navigation)

Course Structure

• This first lecture sets the stage for understanding the broad field of robotics.
• Future lectures will focus in-depth on arm type robots.