The origination of robotics gives engineering students and practicing engineers the information needed to design a robot, to integrate a robot in appropriate applications, or to analyze a robot. The updated third edition contains many new subjects and the content has been streamlined throughout the text. The new edition includes two completely new chapters on screw-based mechanics and parallel robots. The book is filled with many new illustrative examples and includes homework problems designed to enhance learning. Here's what's discussed in the book: Three laws of roboticsUnimate- the first robotBenefits of robotsHardware tutorialSoftware tutorialMaterials for building a robotTipsApplications of roboticsThis way, you're sure not to get lost in confusion once you get to the more complex lessons provided in the latter chapters. Examples are provided for a more knowledgeable approach on your learningYou will also learn the designs and forms of robotics, and what's more convenient than getting to know all sides!