What should I know (in automation and robotics areas) before starting to learn MATLAB/Simulink?

Hi,

I'd like to start learning about robotics including industrial robotic arms especially. I heard that I should use MATLAB/Simulink but have no idea how it works and how to use it. What should I know (in automation and robotics areas) before starting to use Simulink?

Answer 1

[Harimurali]

I understand that you want to use MATLAB/Simulink for Automation and Robotics.

Since there are many usages for MATLAB and Simlulink in this domain, it is not possible to know most of the theory before working on a project. The best way to learn would be to look for beginner tutorials with hands on activities and learn the required theory on the go.

Please refer to the following MATLAB resources to get started:

• Using MATLAB and Simulink for Robotics
• Robotics with MATLAB and Simulink
• Robot programming

There are many resources related to the above ones that you could look into as well.