Chapter 1: Humanoid Robot Development
Duration: Weeks 11-12 Hardware Tier: Tier 2-3 Lessons: 4
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Chapter Overview
Humanoid robots present unique challenges: bipedal balance, coordinated arm movement, and human-like interaction. This chapter covers the fundamentals of humanoid kinematics and control.
Learning Objectives
- Model humanoid robot kinematics and dynamics
- Implement bipedal locomotion and balance control
- Design manipulation strategies for humanoid hands
- Create natural human-robot interaction patterns
Lessons (Outline)
| # | Lesson | Duration | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1 | Humanoid Kinematics and Dynamics | 90 min | 📝 Outline |
| 1.2 | Bipedal Locomotion and Balance | 90 min | 📝 Outline |
| 1.3 | Manipulation and Grasping | 75 min | 📝 Outline |
| 1.4 | Natural Human-Robot Interaction | 60 min | 📝 Outline |
Key Topics Covered
- Forward and inverse kinematics
- Zero-moment point (ZMP) balance
- Gait generation and walking patterns
- Grasp planning and execution
- Social robotics principles
- Safety in close human proximity