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Curious about what makes robots tick? This section explores a range of robotics topics, from sensors and actuators to control systems, kinematics, and AI integration. Each topic is designed to help you understand the key ideas and terminology that shape modern robotics, giving you a clear picture of how everything connects behind the scenes.

A vibrant illustration of a robot interacting with a glowing digital map, planning paths through a colourful grid with obstacles and routes.

Mapping, Path Planning and Kinematics

Liddlebit Oct 28, 2025

The article explains how robots use mapping, path planning, and kinematics to understand environments, plan safe routes,…

A blueprint-style illustration of a robot with icons representing its core components, titled "Core Components."

The Core Components of a Robot

Liddlebit Sep 28, 2025

Robots rely on seven core components—power, software, control, sensors, motors, end effectors, and structure—to function effectively.

Cartoon-style illustration of Isaac Asimov pointing at a humanoid robot while holding a remote control. Around them are various types of robots, including an orange industrial arm, a Mars rover, a wheeled service robot, and a round robotic vacuum. The background is blue, and large futuristic white text in the centre reads “Core Concepts.”

Core Concepts of Robots

Liddlebit Sep 28, 2025

Robots blend machines and AI, come in many types, spark myths like Asimov’s laws, and balance autonomy…

A playful cartoon robot waves with a smile, standing against a teal background with circuit patterns. A glowing yellow lightbulb hovers above its head, surrounded by colorful icons representing robotics concepts: a wheel, a brain, and a sensor. The text “Beginning Robotics” is written across the top.

Introduction to Robotics

Sudo Sep 27, 2025

This topic introduces newcomers to sensors, movement, programming, and AI through fun simulations, making robotics simple, engaging,…