Robotics and Automation
Educational Robotics
Educational Robotics
- Basic programmable robots for STEM learning
- Modular kits for coding and electronics education
- Humanoid and wheeled robots for classroom demonstrations
- Low-cost microcontroller-based training platforms
- AI and vision-enabled learning robots
Research Robotics
- Mobile robots for navigation and mapping experiments
- Robotic arms and manipulators for automation research
- Humanoid robots for AI, motion, and control studies
- Drone platforms for aerial robotics and swarm research
- Underwater and amphibious robots for environmental studies
- Collaborative robots (cobots) for human–machine interaction research
- Surgical and bio-robotic systems for medical applications
Defence & Military Robotics
- Unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) for reconnaissance and bomb disposal
- Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for surveillance and tactical missions
- Autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) for naval operations
- Combat and armed support robots for field missions
- Surveillance and patrol robots for security operations
- Rescue and logistics robots for hazardous environments
- Exoskeletons for soldier assistance and load-bearing support
Core Hardware Components
Microcontrollers / Control Boards
- Arduino Uno / Mega / Nano
- Raspberry Pi 4 / 5 (for advanced control + AI)
- ESP32 / ESP8266 (Wi-Fi & Bluetooth enabled)
- STM32 Nucleo / Teensy boards
- PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) – industrial automation
Motors & Motion Components
- DC Motors – general purpose movement
- Servo Motors – precise angular control
- Stepper Motors – controlled rotational steps
- Geared Motors – high torque, low speed
- Linear Actuators – pushing, pulling, lifting motion Motor Drivers & Controllers:
- L298N, L293D, BTS7960, TB6612FNG
- A4988 (for stepper motors)
- ESC controllers for brushless motors
Sensors
- Distance / Proximity Sensors: Ultrasonic (HC-SR04), Infrared, LiDAR
- Motion / Orientation: Accelerometer & Gyroscope (MPU6050), IMU units
- Environmental Sensors: Temperature (DHT11/DHT22), Gas (MQ series), Humidity
- Line & Object Detection: IR sensor arrays, Color sensors
- Camera / Vision Modules: USB / CSI cameras, Depth cameras, Pi Camera
- Limit Switches / Encoders for motor feedback
Power Systems
- Li-ion / Li-Po batteries (7.4V, 11.1V, etc.)
- DC Power Supply / Adapter (5V, 12V)
- Battery Management Systems (BMS)
- Voltage regulators (LM7805, AMS1117)
- Power distribution boards / relays
Mechanical Structure & Actuation
Chassis & Body
- Metal, aluminum, or acrylic base frames
- Wheels (rubber / omni / mecanum)
- Tracks (for tank-like robots)
- Robotic arms & grippers (servo-based or pneumatic)
- Joints, brackets, and mounting kits
Transmission Components
- Gears, pulleys, belts, shafts
- Bearings, couplings, bushings
- Screws, nuts, bolts, standoffs
Electronics & Control Systems
Input Devices
- Buttons, switches, keypads, joysticks
- Touch sensors, potentiometers
Output Devices
- LEDs, buzzers, displays (LCD, OLED, TFT)
- Relays and solenoids
Communication Modules
- Wi-Fi (ESP8266, ESP01)
- Bluetooth (HC-05, BLE)
- RF Modules (433 MHz, NRF24L01)
- GSM/GPRS (SIM800L, SIM900A)
- GPS (NEO-6M)
Industrial Automation Components
Controllers
- PLCs (Siemens, Delta, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi)
- HMI (Human Machine Interface) Panels
Sensors for Automation
- Photoelectric sensors
- Inductive proximity sensors
- Capacitive sensors
- Pressure, flow, and level sensors
Actuators & Output Devices
- Pneumatic cylinders & valves
- Electric relays / contactors
- Stepper / Servo drives
- Solenoid valves
Networking & Control
- Ethernet modules / Modbus RTU or TCP/IP
- RS-485 communication lines
- IoT modules for remote monitoring
Tools & Accessories
Tools & Accessories
- Breadboards & jumper wires
- Soldering iron & tools
- Multimeter, Oscilloscope
- Screwdrivers, wrenches, pliers
- 3D printer (for custom robot parts)
- PCB prototyping kits
Ground Segment (Operations & Control)
Integration (Robotics + AI + Automation)
- Use Raspberry Pi + AI camera for visual detection
- ESP32 / PLC to handle real-time control
- Sensors for environment feedback
- Motors / actuators for movement or automation
- IoT platform (e.g., Blynk, ThingSpeak, MQTT) for monitoring & remote control