* SIMPLE WITH THIS BOOK

Here are all the step-by-step, heavily illustrated plans you need to build a full-sized, remote-controlled robot named Questor--without any advanced electronic or programming skills. It?s the perfect way to jump into the fascinating world of robotics and be part of all the excitement!

Written specifically with first-time builders in mind, Build a Remote- Controlled Robot includes:

* COMPLETE plans for building Questor

* 100 detailed photographs of every stage of the assembly process

* Simple-to-read wiring diagrams

* A complete parts list--including valuable tips on where to find components easily and inexpensively

Written by a teacher with experience enough to know what questions you would ask, this guide bypasses heavy-duty design theory and gets right to the heart of building Questor the robot--with an emphasis on having a great time while doing it.

Introduction

Chapter 1: THE MOTORIZED PLATFORM

Preparing Motorized Wheels

The Platform

Moutning Wheels

Third Castor Wheel

Finishing Touches

Chapter 2: BODY FRAMEWORK

Cutting Aluminum

Drilling and Cutting the Sections

Assembling Framework

Mounting Framework on the Platform

Mounting the Vacuum Outlet

Chapter 3: POWER SUPPLY AND TEMPORARY CONTROL BOX

Mounting Batteries and Barrier Strips

Wiring Platform

Temporary Control Box

Control Box Construction

Wiring the Temporary Control Box

Using the Control Box

Chapter 4: REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM

Motherboard

Wiring the Motherboard

Completing the Motherboard

Installing and Wiring the Motherboard

Using the Remote Control System

Chapter 5: ARMS AND SUBSYSTEMS

Arms

Drink Dispenser

The Head

Wiring the Vacuum System

Chapter 6: SKIN AND FINISHING TOUCHES

Skin

Mounting Tray

Mounting Controls

Body Lights and Horn

12-Volt Power Outlet

Bow Tie

Painting and Trimming the Body

Trim

Sources

Index