Author: Larry T. Ross, Stephen W. Fardo, and Michael F. Walach

Industrial Robotics Fundamentals: Theory and Applications is an introductory text that explores the principles, systems, and applications for industrial robots in a basic and easy-to-understand manner. The key concepts are discussed using a “big picture” or systems approach that greatly enhances student learning. Coverage includes many applications and operational aspects of equipment and robotic systems. This text is a comprehensive approach to learning the technical aspects of robotics. It is divided into four units, covering broad areas of robotic principles, power supplies and movement systems, sensing and end-of-arm tooling, and control systems.

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Abbreviated Contents

Industrial Robotics Fundamentals: Theory and Applications 5e, Explore Textbook

• Front Matter
• Unit 1 Principles of Robotics
• • 1 Introduction to Robotics
  • 2 Fundamentals of Robotics
  • 3 Safety
  • 4 Robot Programming
  • 5 Industrial Applications
• Unit 2 Power Supplies and Movement Systems
• • 6 Electromechanical Systems
  • 7 Fluid Power Systems
• Unit 3 Sensing and EndofArm Tooling
• • 8 Sensors
  • 9 End Effectors
• Unit 4 Control Systems and Maintenance
• • 10 Computer Systems and Digital Electronics
  • 11 Interfacing and Vision Systems
  • 12 Maintaining Robotic Systems
  • 13 Robots in Modern Manufacturing
  • 14 Robotic Applications and Innovations
  • 15 Designing and Constructing a Robot
• Appendix A Math Skills Handbook
• Appendix B Workplace Skills Handbook
• Glossary
• Index