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ECE246 — Sensors For Robotics

Course Overview

ECE246 3 Credits L:3 T:0 P:0 Specialization AI and Robotics
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This course covers the principles and characteristics of robotic sensors, including position, motion, force, environmental, vision, proximity, and tactile sensors. It also addresses sensor interfacing, sensor fusion, navigation, and sensor-based robotic applications.

Unit 1

Measurements in Robotics

Unit 2

Force & Velocity Transducers

Unit 3

Position & Light Transducers

Unit 4

Robot Vision Sensors

Unit 5

Robot Tactile Sensors

Unit 6

Robotic Sensor Applications and Use cases from Industry

Continuous Assessment

3 components

Best 2 of 3 CAs will be considered for evaluation.
Test 1 50%

It will have 6 questions, 5 marks each, based on units 1 and 2. Out of which, a minimum of one question will be scenario based.

Week 3 / 4

Rubric
To determine a student's ability to complete certain tasks on knowledge of content.

Project - Design project 50%

Execution - 15; Viva - 10; Project Report and Presentation - 5

Week 8 / 9

Rubric
To develop problem-solving, design, and implementation skills through a structured engineering project.

Test 2 50%

The syllabi of CA1 and CA2 will be considered for CA3. 30 marks; 6 questions, each question carrying 5 marks.

Week 11 / 12

Rubric
To determine a student's ability to complete certain tasks on knowledge of content.

Exams & Practice

Mid Term Examination

Mid-semester comprehensive evaluation

20%

End Term Examination

Final semester comprehensive evaluation

50%

Type: Examination

ECE246 - FAQs

How many units are in ECE246?

ECE246 has 6 units. Each unit includes detailed notes and MCQ practice questions.

What exam resources are available for ECE246?

Unit-wise notes and MCQ practice are available. Exam resources coming soon.

How to prepare for ECE246 exams?

Study each unit's notes thoroughly, practice MCQs to test understanding, and attempt mock tests before exams. Focus on important topics and previous year questions.