Robotics Tutorials
Actuators & Motion
From classical electric motors to bio-inspired artificial muscles — the complete actuator landscape for modern robotics
7 chapters · 14 credit hours
- Ch. 01Read →
Role and Characteristics of Robotic Actuators
What Makes an Actuator Suitable for Robotics
2 hours
- Ch. 02Read →
Electrical Motors: Servos, Steppers and Drive Mechanisms
DC, Servo, and Stepper Motor Fundamentals
2 hours
- Ch. 03Read →
Pneumatic and Hydraulic Actuators
Fluid Power Systems for Robotic Motion
2 hours
- Ch. 04Read →
Soft Robotic Actuators
Compliant and Continuum Actuation Technologies
2 hours
- Ch. 05Read →
Electroactive Polymers, Shape Memory Actuators and Emerging Paradigms
Smart Materials as Robotic Actuators
2 hours
- Ch. 06Read →
Biomimetic Actuators, Artificial Muscle Technology and Wearable Actuators
Nature-Inspired and Human-Assistive Motion Systems
2 hours
- Ch. 07Read →
Role of 3D Printing and Mechanical Testing in Robotic Fabrication
Additive Manufacturing and Characterization Methods
2 hours