Course: Robotics - Online

→ Prerequisite: A basic understanding of mathematics, physics, and programming is recommended. Knowledge of Python or C/C++ may be beneficial.

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→ Rationale: Robotics is a multidisciplinary field that combines mechanical engineering, electronics, and computer science to design and build robots. This course will introduce you to the principles of robotics and guide you through the process of creating, programming, and controlling robots.

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	content
→	Unit 1: Introduction to Robotics 1.1 - Overview of robotics and its applications. 1.2 - Historical development and significance. 1.3 - Types of robots and their functionalities.
→	Unit 2: Robot Mechanics and Kinematics 2.1 - Understanding robot components and structures. 2.2 - Kinematic analysis and modeling of robot motion. 2.3 - Inverse and forward kinematics.
→	Unit 3: Sensors and Perception 3.1 - Sensor types used in robotics (e.g., cameras, LiDAR, ultrasonic). 3.2 - Data acquisition and processing for robot perception. 3.3 - Mapping and localization.
→	Unit 4: Robot Control and Programming 4.1 - Programming languages and environments for robot control (e.g., ROS, Python, C/C++). 4.2 - Robot control methods, including PID controllers. 4.3 - Trajectory planning and motion control.
→	Unit 5: Robot Vision and Image Processing 5.1 - Basics of computer vision for robots. 5.2 - Object recognition, tracking, and manipulation. 5.3 - Applications of robot vision in real-world scenarios.
→	Unit 6: Robot Localization and Mapping 6.1 - Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM). 6.2 - Building and updating maps in dynamic environments. 6.3 - Navigational algorithms and path planning.
→	Unit 7: Robot Applications 7.1 - Case studies and real-world applications of robots. 7.2 - Collaborative robots (cobots) and industrial automation. 7.3 - Medical and healthcare robotics, drones, and more.
→	Unit 8: Emerging Trends and Future of Robotics 8.1 - Ethical considerations in robotics. 8.2 - Emerging trends in the field. 8.3 - Preparing for a career in robotics.