Robot Builder's Bonanza, 5th Edition

The author is very meticulous and his explanations are helpful. I plan to purchase more of his books. He covers basics so well even a master can learn.

As this book is a 'reference book,' it is hard to rate it soon after it is received. However, as I have all four of the previous editions, I can say that this one is the best. All were well written, yet this one stands out with up-to-date information, very good graphics and good writing. Gordon McComb 'knew his stuff' and it shows in this last of his series. He is no longer amongst us, but his series of books will forever be guides to experimental and hobbyist robot builders. I would gladly recommend this book to any robot builder, no matter the individual's technical experience.

This is a nice introductory book, a bit dated as of 2015, but covered many essentials from the ground up so that I could learn the field with a true understanding of what I wanted to do. Many references to a companion website that I MAY go look at some point in the future.

I got the 5th Edition of RBB as a Christmas present from my wife. It is an extensive, wonderful, well written, and very up-to-date revision. (I have every edition.)The introduction by Gordon’s wife is moving, loving, and thoughtful. Gordon truly was a true friend and good writer.This book will be a treasure to me, many here, and a new generation of robot builders!

Full of useful information

Excellent

Well written, reasonably well edited, well ebooked. Probably not suitable for a teen who has not had algebra and either chemistry or physics.

I am not sure how useful this is for anybody who actually is building a robot.