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Learn how to use a Raspberry Pi in conjunction with an Arduino to build a basic robot with advanced capabilities. Getting started in robotics does not have to be difficult. This book is an insightful and rewarding introduction to robotics and a catalyst for further directed study. You'll be led step by step through the process of building a robot that uses the power of a Linux based computer paired with the simplicity of Arduino. You'll learn why the Raspberry Pi is a great choice for a robotics platform; its strengths as well as its shortcomings; how to overcome these limitations by implementing an Arduino; and the basics of the Python programming language as well as some of the more powerful features.With the Raspberry Pi you can give your project the power of a Linux computer, while Arduino makes interacting with sensors and motors very easy. These two boards are complimentary in their functions; where one falters the other performs admirably.The book also includes references to other great works to help further your growth in the exciting, and now accessible, field of smart robotics. As a bonus, the final chapter of the book demonstrates the real power of the Raspberry Pi by implementing a basic vision system. Using OpenCV and a standard USB web cam, you will build a robot that can chase a ball.What You'll LearnInstall Raspbian, the operating system that drives the Raspberry PiDrive motors through an I2C motor controllerRead data through sensors attached to an ArduinoWho This Book Is For Hobbyists and students looking for a rapid start in robotics. It assumes no technical background. Readers are guided to pursue the areas that interest them in more detail as they learn.

American Prometheus, a riveting book penned by the esteemed author Martin J. Sherwin, is an exploration of intrigue and intellect. Published by Random House LCC US in 2006, this book has since been a beacon of its genre. The narrative delves deep into the complexities of human nature and the world we inhabit. Sherwin, through his masterful storytelling, paints a vivid picture that captivates the reader's imagination. This book is not just a mere collection of pages, but a journey that transports you to a different realm. Published by Random House LCC US, American Prometheus is a testament to the power of literature and its ability to shape our understanding of the world around us.

This well-known undergraduate electrodynamics textbook is now available in a more affordable printing from Cambridge University Press. The Fourth Edition provides a rigorous, yet clear and accessible treatment of the fundamentals of electromagnetic theory and offers a sound platform for explorations of related applications (AC circuits, antennas, transmission lines, plasmas, optics and more). Written keeping in mind the conceptual hurdles typically faced by undergraduate students, this textbook illustrates the theoretical steps with well-chosen examples and careful illustrations. It balances text and equations, allowing the physics to shine through without compromising the rigour of the math, and includes numerous problems, varying from straightforward to elaborate, so that students can be assigned some problems to build their confidence and others to stretch their minds. A Solutions Manual is available to instructors teaching from the book; access can be requested from the resources section at www.cambridge.org/electrodynamics.

This seminal book injects the topic of superintelligence into the academic and popular mainstream. What happens when machines surpass humans in general intelligence? Will artificial agents save or destroy us? In a tour de force of analytic thinking, Bostrom lays a foundation for understanding the future of humanity and intelligent life.

This book provides a synthesis of current research on the unique physiological characteristics of amphibians with a particular emphasis on water balance. It includes a wealth of information on ecology, phylogeny and development. The latest experimental techniques and future research directions are also considered.

The Indo-European dispersal has puzzled scholars for centuries. When in prehistory did this dramatic linguistic shift take place and from where? What were the main driving forces? This books provides the newest insights from linguistics, archaeology and genetics on the prehistoric spread of one of the world's largest language families.

Managing Innovation is an established, bestselling text for MBA, MSc and advanced undergraduate courses on innovation management, management of technology, new product development and entrepreneurship. It is also widely used by managers in both the services and manufacturing sectors.

Sketches the history of the belief that human beings are essentially their brains, and documents and critically discusses its contemporary forms across a range of contexts, including mental health, the human sciences, and literature and film.

This is the first book to examine avian physiology in detail as it relates to the environment. As with other books in the Ecological and Environmental Physiology Series, the emphasis is on the unique physiological characteristics of birds, although experimental techniques and future research directions are also considered.

Shigley's Mechanical Engineering Design isintended for students beginning the study of mechanical engineering design.Students will find that the text inherently directs them into familiarity withboth the basics of design decisions and the standards of industrial components.It combines the straightforward focus on fundamentals that instructors havecome to expect with a modern emphasis on design and new applications. Thisedition maintains the well-designed approach that has made this book thestandard in machine design for nearly 50 years. McGraw Hill Education's Connectis also available as an optional add on item. Connect is the only integratedlearning system that empowers students by continuously adapting to deliverprecisely what they need when they need it how they need it so that class timeis more effective. Connect allows the professor to assign homework quizzes andtests easily and automatically grades and records the scores of the student'swork. Problems are randomized to prevent sharing of answers an may also have a"multi-step solution" which helps move the students' learning alongif they experience difficulty.

Dust explosions are common and costly in a wide array of industries. It is imperative that knowledge of the origin, development, prevention and mitigation of dust explosions is imparted to the responsible safety manager. This book offers an evaluation of prevalent activities, testing methods, design measures and safe operating techniques.

Life 3.0, a compelling masterpiece by renowned author Max Tegmark, is a book that will take you on a thought-provoking journey. Published by Penguin Books Ltd in 2018, this book has since been a beacon of knowledge for many. The genre of this book is hard to pin down, as it seamlessly blends elements of science, philosophy, and speculation about the future. Tegmark's Life 3.0 invites us to ponder the most essential question of our time: What future do we want to create for ourselves? As you delve into its pages, you will find yourself immersed in a riveting exploration of the future of life as we know it. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the future of humanity and artificial intelligence. Don't miss out on this enlightening read from Penguin Books Ltd.

The essential introduction to modern statistical mechanics--now completely updated and expanded Statistical mechanics is one of the most exciting areas of physics today and has applications to subjects ranging from economics and social behavior to algorithmic theory and evolutionary biology. Statistical Mechanics in a Nutshell provides a self-contained introduction to this rapidly developing field. Starting with the basics of kinetic theory and requiring only a background in elementary calculus and mechanics, this concise book discusses the most important developments of recent decades and guides readers to the very threshold of today's cutting-edge research.Features a new chapter on stochastic thermodynamics with an introduction to the thermodynamics of information--the first treatment of its kind in an introductory textbookCovers new topics such as the theory of defect-mediated transitions and presents a wealth of new examplesOffers a more detailed account of numerical simulations, including simulated annealing and other accelerated Monte Carlo methodsThe chapter on complex systems now features an accessible introduction to the replica theory of spin glasses and the Hopfield theory of neural networks, with an emphasis on applicationsProvides a new discussion of defect-mediated transitions and of their implications for two-dimensional meltingAn invaluable resource for graduate students and advanced undergraduates seeking a compact primer on the core ideas of statistical mechanics

Designing algorithms to recommend items such as news articles and movies to users is a challenging task in numerous web applications. The crux of the problem is to rank items based on users' responses to different items to optimize for multiple objectives. Major technical challenges are high dimensional prediction with sparse data and constructing high dimensional sequential designs to collect data for user modeling and system design. This comprehensive treatment of the statistical issues that arise in recommender systems includes detailed, in-depth discussions of current state-of-the-art methods such as adaptive sequential designs (multi-armed bandit methods), bilinear random-effects models (matrix factorization) and scalable model fitting using modern computing paradigms like MapReduce. The authors draw upon their vast experience working with such large-scale systems at Yahoo! and LinkedIn, and bridge the gap between theory and practice by illustrating complex concepts with examples from applications they are directly involved with.

Baking and Pastry, Third Edition continues its reputation as being a must-have guide for all culinary and baking and pastry students and baking and pastry industry professionals in this third edition.

Bestselling author John W. Creswell draws on years of teaching, writing, and conducting his own projects to offer effective techniques and procedures with many applied examples from research design, qualitative inquiry, and mixed methods.

A reference guide for applications of SEM using Mplus Structural Equation Modeling: Applications Using Mplus is intended as both a teaching resource and a reference guide. Written in non-mathematical terms, this book focuses on the conceptual and practical aspects of Structural Equation Modeling (SEM).

Covering the full range of core qualitative and quantitative methods, this resource equips students with all the skills needed to do business research, from formulating research questions, reviewing literature and designing a questionnaire to carrying out data analysis and presenting research results.