Microcontroller Robotics with ROS 2: A Practical Guide to 2, Embedded Robotics, Real-Time Systems, and Low-Power Autonomous Devices

Build smarter robots by connecting microcontrollers, embedded systems, and the power of ROS 2.Robotics is no longer limited to powerful computers and expensive hardware. With the right combination of microcontrollers, embedded software, and ROS 2, you can create responsive, connected, and efficient robotic systems.But how do you bring these technologies together in a reliable, real-world application?Microcontroller Robotics with ROS 2 by Mercer Thornton is a practical guide for developers, engineers, and robotics enthusiasts who want to move beyond basic projects and build capable embedded robotic systems.Whether you're working with sensors, motors, real-time firmware, or autonomous robots, this book helps you understand the engineering principles behind integrating microcontrollers with ROS 2 and turning individual components into a functional robotic platform.Inside, you'll discover how to: - Understand ROS 2 and micro-ROS and how they connect embedded devices to larger robotic systems.- Develop microcontroller-based applications using embedded C/C++, FreeRTOS, and practical software architecture.- Integrate sensors, actuators, motor controllers, and communication interfaces.- Implement real-time control loops, feedback systems, and PID control.- Connect embedded nodes with ROS 2 applications for coordinated robotic behavior.- Work with teleoperation, odometry, sensor feedback, and motion control.- Address memory limitations, communication latency, power consumption, and real-time performance.- Debug, test, and improve the reliability of embedded robotics applications.Who Is This Book For?This book is designed for embedded systems engineers, firmware developers, ROS 2 programmers, robotics engineers, engineering students, researchers, and technically minded makers.If you have some experience with programming, microcontrollers, or robotics and want to expand your skills into embedded ROS 2 development, this guide offers a practical foundation for your next project.From understanding the communication between microcontrollers and ROS 2 to developing integrated robotic applications, you'll gain useful knowledge for approaching real engineering challenges with greater confidence.Build your skills. Connect your hardware. Bring your robotic ideas to life.Get your copy of Microcontroller Robotics with ROS 2 and take the next step toward building connected, efficient, and reliable robotic systems.