5 AXIS ROBOT ARM

Written By Miguel Garcia

Project Overview
For my personal project, I explored the intersection of robotics research and hands-on development. My research examined the potential economic impacts of robotics, particularly the concern that robots and AI may replace millions of jobs. My findings suggested a more balanced reality: while automation presents risks of job displacement, current robotics still face major limitations, including imperfect accuracy, reliance on human maintenance, and insufficient computational power for highly complex tasks.

To complement this research, I worked with a 5-axis robotic arm starter kit, gaining practical experience in programming, electronics, and motion control.

Process

  • Programmed the robotic arm in C++ using Arduino

  • Integrated and calibrated sensor modules for control inputs

  • Built two control systems:

    • Manual joint control via potentiometers

    • Pre-programmed movement sequences (including a simple wave gesture)

  • Applied inverse kinematics concepts

  • Performed soldering and circuit failure analysis during hardware troubleshooting

Results

  • Developed both manual and automated control systems for a robotic arm

  • Connected theoretical research on robotics with practical engineering implementation

5-axis robotic arm assembled kit

Skills Learned

  • C++ Programming

  • Arduino Development

  • Inverse Kinematics

  • Soldering & Circuit Debugging

  • Research & Technical Writing

Miguel Garcia
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