Description
This Build Your First Robot eBook from 3D-LABS is written for engineers and students who want a clear, practical reference they can apply immediately.
Build Your First Robot — Arduino + Raspberry Pi is a hands-on guide covering mobile robot build from chassis through motor driver wiring, sensor integration, Arduino control code, and Raspberry Pi vision processing.
What standards does this book reference?
IEC 60950-1 for power supply safety (Pi/Arduino), ROS 2 Humble on Ubuntu 22.04 LTS for advanced navigation, and IEEE 802.11n/ac for Wi-Fi telemetry module.
What microcontroller and SBC specs are used?
Arduino Uno Rev 3 (ATmega328P, 16 MHz, 32 KB flash) for real-time motor/sensor control. Raspberry Pi 4 (BCM2711 quad-core Cortex-A72, 4 GB LPDDR4) for OpenCV 4.8 vision and ROS 2. L298N dual H-bridge: 2 A/channel, PWM 20 kHz.
What sensors and algorithms are covered?
HC-SR04 ultrasonic (2-400 cm, +-3 mm, 40 kHz), IR GP2Y0A02YK0F (20-150 cm), MPU-6050 IMU (+-250 deg/s gyro, +-2g accel, I2C), PiCamera2 (Sony IMX219 8 MP). Bug2 obstacle avoidance; Canny edge + Hough transform lane following (OpenCV).
How do I access this book after purchase?
eBook PDF: Instant download via email and 3D-LABS dashboard. Paper Book: Printed and shipped to India.
What’s Included
An instant PDF download covering the core concepts, practical examples, and key references — ready to read on any device.
Related Reading
- Arduino for Projects That Ship
- Robotics Programming in C++ and Python
- ROS 2 Projects — From Simulation to Hardware
Download the Build Your First Robot — Arduino + Raspberry Pi e-book from 3D-LABS — instant PDF access with lifetime re-downloads.
About Build Your First Robot — Arduino + Raspberry Pi
Build Your First Robot — Arduino + Raspberry Pi is part of the 3D-LABS Robotics series — a focused e-book library for robotics engineers, mechatronics students, and automation designers. This title covers robot kinematics, control systems, sensor integration, machine vision, and industrial automation, with worked examples and industry-current best practices drawn from real robotics projects.
Written by practising 3D-LABS engineers and reviewed by senior specialists, Build Your First Robot — Arduino + Raspberry Pi is designed to move you from concept to competence quickly — not to be a comprehensive academic reference, but a working reference you actually use.
Who Build Your First Robot — Arduino + Raspberry Pi is for
Build Your First Robot — Arduino + Raspberry Pi is written for robotics engineers, mechatronics students, and automation designers. If you are:
- An early-career engineer wanting to accelerate your practical knowledge in robotics.
- An experienced practitioner looking for a compact reference on current practices.
- A student preparing for engineering exams, interviews, or your first professional role.
- A manager or team lead wanting to level-set your team on robotics fundamentals.
Then Build Your First Robot — Arduino + Raspberry Pi will earn its price back in the first project or exam you apply it to.
What is included in your download
- The complete PDF e-book — DRM-free, fully searchable, print-friendly formatting.
- Worked examples — real-world calculations, drawings, or case studies interspersed through the text.
- Reference charts and tables — quick-lookup material you will return to on the job.
- Further reading recommendations — curated pointers to codes, standards, and complementary resources.
- Free updates — when we revise the book, you get the updated PDF at no extra cost. We notify you by email.
Pricing and delivery
Build Your First Robot — Arduino + Raspberry Pi is priced at ₹2,499 (USD equivalent shown in cart). Delivery is instant — after payment, the download link is emailed to you and available in your account. No subscriptions, no hidden fees, no expiring access.
Payment methods: Cashfree (Indian customers) or PayPal International (customers outside India). Bulk licensing available for corporate training programmes and educational institutions — contact sales@3d-labs.com.
How to get the most out of Build Your First Robot — Arduino + Raspberry Pi
- Read the introduction and structure first — every book has a "how to use this book" section that maps chapters to the reader you are.
- Work through the examples with pen and paper — passive reading is 10% retention; working the calculation yourself is 70%+.
- Cross-reference with the 3D-LABS spreadsheet library — 680 Excel calculation tools that pair naturally with our e-books.
- Apply the concepts to a real project immediately — the book will pay for itself the first time you avoid a design error.
- Come back to the book after 6 months — with real project experience, you will read the same chapters differently.
Related titles and services
Readers of Build Your First Robot — Arduino + Raspberry Pi typically also work with:
- Other titles in the Robotics book series — currently 6 titles.
- The FEA Services — for projects where you need experienced robotics engineers directly.
- Our 680 engineering calculation spreadsheets — Excel tools that complement the theory in this book.
- Our online training courses — instructor-led programmes on robotics topics.
Frequently asked questions
What format is Build Your First Robot — Arduino + Raspberry Pi delivered in?
Build Your First Robot — Arduino + Raspberry Pi is delivered as an instant-download PDF file. The PDF is DRM-free, works on any device (desktop, tablet, phone, e-reader), and is fully searchable. Print-friendly formatting so you can print for offline reading.
How is this different from a paper textbook?
This e-book is a focused, practical guide — targeting a specific engineering skill or knowledge area. Unlike a 600-page academic textbook, it moves quickly to real-world applications with worked examples, industry practices, and current code references. Priced accordingly.
Who wrote this book?
Books in the Robotics series are authored by 3D-LABS engineers and reviewed by senior specialists in the field. Every author has hands-on industry experience — this is not academic theory, it is applied practice from working engineers.
Can I use the material for teaching or training?
Purchase includes single-user rights. For classroom use, corporate training programmes, or bulk licensing, contact us at info@3d-labs.com — we offer institutional licensing and custom-branded editions for training programmes.
What if the content does not meet my expectations?
We offer a 7-day satisfaction guarantee. If Build Your First Robot — Arduino + Raspberry Pi does not deliver the value you expected, email us within 7 days of purchase for a full refund. No questions asked — we would rather have satisfied customers than unhappy ones.
About 3D-LABS engineering e-books
Build Your First Robot — Arduino + Raspberry Pi is one of 115 titles in the 3D-LABS e-book library — the largest collection of practitioner-authored engineering e-books available anywhere, spanning 14+ series from engineering fundamentals to future technology and urban air mobility. Every book is written and reviewed by 3D-LABS engineers who use the concepts daily on real client projects across the globe.
Browse the full e-book library, or explore other content options: 680 spreadsheets, 19 online courses, or our full engineering services.
