Experiment No.

10

Title: Analysis and Design of a Semi-Autonomous Robot with Remote

Control

Aim: To analyze and design a semi-autonomous robot with remote control.

Apparatus: Robot Chassis, Wheels, Motors, Motor Controllers, Arduino Board, Wires,
End Effector, Battery, Sensors, Remote Controller, Control Software.

Theory:

Components of a Robotic System:

A complete robotic set-up is made up of several key components as described below.

1. Chassis
2. Wheels
3. Motors
4. Motor Controller
5. Arduino Board
6. End Effector
7. Battery
8. Sensors
9. Remote Controller
10. Control Software
11. Wires

Functions of a Semi-Autonomous Robot:

Description of the Components:

1. Chassis:

2. Wheels:
3. Motors:

4. Motor Controller:

5. Arduino Board:

6. End Effector:

7. Battery:

8. Sensors:

9. Remote Controller:

10. Control Software:

11. Wires:

Design of a Semi-Autonomous Robotic System:

Conclusion: In this experiment, various components used in a semi-autonomous robotic

system have been discussed and a sample robotic set-up has been designed.

Viva Questions:

1. What is the meaning of a semi-autonomous robot?

2. What are the differences between autonomous and semi-autonomous robots?
3. What are the components used in a semi-autonomous robot?
4. What are the functions of control software?
5. What are the types of control software used in a semi-autonomous robot?