How much mechanical engineering is used in robotics?
The amount and role of mechanical engineering in robotics depend on the university, department, program, and courses taken. Where included, topics such as mechanisms, kinematics and dynamics, materials, mechanical design, and manufacturing provide foundations for understanding and designing robot structures and motion. Electrical and electronic engineering, control, programming, and AI are also important areas in robotics.
Key points
- Mechanisms, kinematics, and dynamics relate to understanding robot motion and structure.
- Materials, mechanical design, and manufacturing relate to building robots.
- Sensors, motors, control, and programming are also important.
Things to check
- The balance between mechanical engineering and electrical, electronic, and computing subjects varies by university, department, program, and course selection, so check the official curriculum for specific details.