Robotics: Introduction and Kinematics

This lecture covers the fundamental concepts of robotics, including the distinction between serial and parallel kinematics, the importance of degrees of freedom, mobility, and redundancy in robot design. It also delves into the Delta robot design, differential kinematics using Jacobian matrices, dynamic modeling, and control strategies such as PD, PID, and feedforward torque compensation. Additionally, it explores different types of actuators commonly used in industrial robotics and the significance of sensors' resolution, linearity, and calibration.