Robot Design and Implementation (H7123)
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Robot Design and Implementation
Module H7123
Module details for 2024/25.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module Outline
This module provides a holistic and integrated approach towards robot design. Components such as end-effectors, joints, links, actuators, and sensors are discussed and concepts on kinematics, dynamics and control are revisited. Analytical modelling, image processing techniques, electronic circuit assembly, microcontroller programming and robot prototyping skills are developed during the module. The project requires students to work in teams to propose, design, and demonstrate a physical robotic system that achieves a specific function or task. Through this project, students gain practical experience in designing, modelling, implementing, and analysing such systems, along with teamwork, communication, and report writing skills.
The syllabus for this module covers the following AHEP4 learning outcomes: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C6, C8, C12, C13, C16, M1, M2, M3, M4, M6, M12, M13
Module learning outcomes
Apply the knowledge of robotics, mechanical and electronics engineering and take an integrated approach to addressing real-world engineering problems.
Design, analyse, and implement a physical robotic prototype
Understand and apply selection of components, materials, and fabrication processes for realising designed solutions
Communicate the technical information and justify the design and implementation of a robotics project to specialist and non-specialist audiences
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Group written submission | T2 Week 10 | 40.00% |
| Report | T2 Week 11 | 60.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111000000 |
| Spring Semester | Laboratory | 3 hours | 00000011111 |
| Spring Semester | Laboratory | 2 hours | 11111100000 |
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