Introduction to Robotics: Mechanics and Control

by John J. Craig

An essential book for engineers developing robotic systems, as well as anyone involved with the mechanics, control, or programming of robotic systems. Now in its third edition, the first edition of this classic text was published approximately 20 years ago. The second edition has been in print and highly successful for 16 years.

The book introduces the science and technology of mechanical manipulation. The third edition is organized into 13 chapters.

Numerous exercises and a programming assignment appear at the end of each chapter. Computational aspects of problems are emphasized throughout the book. New in the third edition are MATLAB® exercises.

Genres: Engineering, Textbooks, Science, Technology, Electrical Engineering

408 pages, Hardcover

First published November 1, 1985

Reviews

[Cmwe808]

The content is cleverly encrypted within a complex system of typos and inaccuracies in order to augment the learning experience. If you want to get to know the DH matrix better than ANYONE then use this book (disclaimer: it will take you at least five times longer).

[Mark Moon]

I'll have to read some more introductory robotics texts to form a stronger opinion about this book.

[Bzilla]

I hate that Craig uses the same variable name for different variables, making it difficult to skip around in the book.

[Anand]

i am very glad

[Afin]

my first friend during PhD in robotics
yep,its like a handbook for a new robotics student
easy and simple explanation always provided by the author

[Reza]

It truly is just an introduction.
I would recommend it for non engineering majors interested in robotics,It would give them a perspective on the topic,as for engineering students,I think this book is to simplistic.

[Pete]

Great introduction text book to serial manipulator systems. Covers basic linear frame transforms, DH parameters, kinematics and dynamics.

[Shahin]

Not a good book! but ...

[Choi Wonseok]

manipulator kinematics, inverse kinematics, velocity, static forces

[Saif]

Good introductory book on robotics that mentions practical issues too.

[Dwight Walker]

It has background on control theory and Laplace transform for QUT robotics class.

[Amanuel Mamo]

happy