Robotics Advanced Arm or Gripper with Sensors

Prerequisite: Intermediate Robotics & Arduino Programming Knowledge

What you'll learn

• Understand robotic arm and gripper systems
• Control servo motors using Arduino C++
• Build pick-and-place robotic behaviors
• Coordinate sensors with robotic movement
• Use ultrasonic sensors for object detection
• Create automated object handling systems

This course includes:

• 1 Final Robotic Arm Project
• 12–16 Hours Live Practical Classes
• Online / Onsite (Physical)
• Servo Motor & Sensor Labs
• Robotics Automation Exercises
• Certificate of Completion

Course Content

Introduction to Robotic Arms & Grippers

• What is a robotic arm?
• Types of robotic grippers
• Real-world robotic automation applications:

• Manufacturing
• Warehousing
• Smart automation
• Industrial robotics
  • Degrees of freedom (DOF) basics
  • Understanding motion and positioning

Using:
• Arduino Uno

Servo Motor Fundamentals

• Introduction to servo motors
• Understanding:

• Rotation angles
• PWM control
• Signal pins
  • Connecting servo motors to Arduino
  • Controlling movement with Arduino C++

Using:
• SG90 Servo Motor

Arduino Servo Programming

• Using the Servo library
• Writing servo control programs:

• attach()
• write()
• detach()
  • Smooth movement control
  • Timing and positioning concepts
  • Multi-servo coordination basics

Example servo motion concept:
\theta(t)=\theta_0+\omega t

Ultrasonic Sensor Integration

• Object detection using ultrasonic sensors
• Measuring distance and proximity
• Triggering robotic actions from sensor input
• Coordinating movement with object detection

Using:
• HC-SR04

Robotic Gripper Automation

• Building a servo-based gripper
• Opening and closing grip mechanisms
• Creating automated sequences:

• Detect object
• Move arm
• Close gripper
• Lift object
• Release object
  • Basic pick-and-place logic

Sensor-Based Coordination

• Combining:

• Servo motors
• Ultrasonic sensors
• Arduino logic
  • Creating autonomous movement behavior
  • Timing and synchronization basics
  • Improving robotic accuracy concepts

Mini Practice Activities

• Servo angle testing
• Distance-triggered gripper control
• Automated object pickup simulation
• Multi-step robotic movement routines
• Pick-and-place sequence programming

Final Project

Project: Automated Pick-and-Place Robotic System

Features:

• Servo-controlled robotic gripper
• Ultrasonic object detection
• Automated pickup and release
• Coordinated robotic movement
• Arduino C++ motion programming

Example Projects:

• Smart object sorter
• Mini warehouse robotic arm
• Automatic pickup system
• Sensor-controlled robotic gripper

Requirements

• Arduino and robotics experience required
• Basic sensor and motor control knowledge recommended

Description

This course introduces students to advanced robotics automation using servo-based robotic arms and grippers. Students will learn how to coordinate sensors and motors to create automated pick-and-place systems using Arduino C++ programming.

By the end of this program, learners will understand how robotic arms interact with sensors to perform automated object handling tasks.

Why Choose This Course?

• Hands-on robotic automation projects
• Real industrial robotics concepts
• Advanced sensor and servo integration
• Practical pick-and-place system development

Activities During Class

• Controlling servo motors
• Programming robotic movement
• Integrating ultrasonic sensors
• Building gripper automation systems
• Testing pick-and-place sequences

Who Is This Course For?

• Advanced robotics students
• Arduino and automation learners
• STEM and engineering students
• Future robotics and mechatronics developers

Course Highlights

• Servo Motor Control
• Robotic Gripper Systems
• Ultrasonic Sensor Integration
• Pick-and-Place Automation
• Arduino C++ Robotics
• Coordinated Motion Systems

🤖 Final Outcome

Students will be able to:
• Control servo motors precisely
• Build robotic gripper systems
• Detect objects using ultrasonic sensors
• Program automated pick-and-place behaviors
• Coordinate robotic movement with sensors
• Understand foundational robotic arm automation concepts