1. CS 5403 Java, GUIs, and Visualization Dr. Chaman Lal Sabharwal Professor Contact information: Email: chaman@mst.educhaman@mst.edu Fax: 573-341-4501 Phone: 573-341-6353 website: http://www.mst.edu/~chaman

2. Prerequisites A "C" or better in both Math 208 and Comp Sci 153. (Co-listed with Comp Eng 388 and Elec Eng 388). Textbook Introduction to Robotics analysis, control, applications Saeed B. Niku publisher JohnWiley Handouts are posted: Blackboard: http://blackboard.mst.edu/

3. Software: Matlab For Windows/Unix/Mac

4. What is a Robot? A programmable mechanical device performs human tasks – physical and intelligent – Through programmed motions Graphical User Interface Matlab for Simulations

5. What is Robotics? Study of knowledge for designing robots Employing Robots in different environments: Manufacturing, Space exploration, Aiding the disabled, Entertainment. They are programmed to do tasks They are numerically controlled. Interactive or Autonomous

6. Manipulator Function Fundamentals Link Frames Linear Algebra Link parameters Transformations Arm and Wrist Control Robot Trajectory Planning

7. Class Format: Lectures and Live demos Lectures will be broadcast via streaming video Lectures will also archived in both audio and video format for later review. Handouts and Exams will be posted on blackboard/website

8. I am available by phone, e-mail, and fax If you have any questions, please contact Email: chaman@mst.educhaman@mst.edu Fax: 573-341-4501 Phone: 573-341-6353 Check the blackboard for updates Blackboard https://blackboard.mst.edu

9. Attend the letures regularly Listen for Learning Learn by Hands on Experiments Experiment now to be Experts Enjoy Robotics!!! Thank you !