I’m new to this website, and robotics in general.
I have basic background in computer science, computer information technology, and computer networking. I’ve only learn a bit of Java, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, and I can read others.
I’ve lost interest in that, and moves on into Electrical Engineering recently as I was introduced to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and completely fell in love with what they’re used for (machine shop ~CNC~) and the Ladder Logic used in them. I’ve taken up a few books and my own PLC Mitsubishi FX kit which I’m now fairly good at.
I want to get into robotics but I just don’t know where to start. May robotshop.com be the guide to my future, and thank you all who support.
I have a small idea of a robot I want to build, in which I believe is basic yet too advanced for me, so I ask for guidance, from you.
I want to build a small robot, maybe the size of your typical vacuum robot.
I want it to have what I believe you guys call “localization”? Something I can pretty much map out for a robot (lets say a maze) where he would just follow the same course when ever activated. I also want the robot to be able to return through the same pass to it’s start location.
A feature I want in the robot is a ring around it that will be a magnet (electronic) that will turn on and off when chosen (in the programming i guess).
I want some kind of battery in it that will charge wireless while on top of a wireless charging pad like a phone.
WHERE DO I START?! Let me know if more detail is needed, I appreciate any guidance and help!
-Kev