Build smarter, faster, and more reliable robots with ROS 2 in Action . Whether you're a developer stepping into robotics for the first time or an experienced engineer moving from ROS 1, this hands-on guide gives you the tools to design, build, and deploy real-world robotic systems using the full power of ROS 2. Written by Dr. Kalen Virell-a recognized authority in AI, machine learning, and autonomous systems-this book walks you through the essentials of setting up ROS 2, writing nodes, using services and actions, working ...
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Build smarter, faster, and more reliable robots with ROS 2 in Action . Whether you're a developer stepping into robotics for the first time or an experienced engineer moving from ROS 1, this hands-on guide gives you the tools to design, build, and deploy real-world robotic systems using the full power of ROS 2. Written by Dr. Kalen Virell-a recognized authority in AI, machine learning, and autonomous systems-this book walks you through the essentials of setting up ROS 2, writing nodes, using services and actions, working with simulation environments like Gazebo, and integrating sensors and perception tools. You'll learn to build modular, scalable robot applications with real-time performance and built-in security. Packed with step-by-step projects-from teleoperation and SLAM to autonomous navigation and manipulation- ROS 2 in Action bridges theory and practice with a friendly tone and clean examples. You'll also dive into DDS networking, lifecycle nodes, CI/CD for robotics, and multi-robot coordination-all backed by real industry case studies. Whether you're working on drones, warehouse robots, healthcare assistants, or embedded platforms, this book delivers the skills and clarity you need to orchestrate complex robotic workflows with confidence.
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