Getting started with Robotics and microcontrollers

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To get started with building a quadrotor or rover using Arduino/AVR, purchasing a kit is recommended, especially for beginners, as it typically includes instructions and essential components. This approach helps in understanding system dynamics, physics, and electronics engineering in a practical context. Resources like OpenPilot provide valuable guidance and software for drone control. Additionally, integrating Simulink for robot control is a future goal that can enhance the learning experience. Overall, starting with a kit and utilizing online resources will facilitate a smoother entry into robotics.
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I want to work on building a quadrotor or rover using Arduino/AVR. What is the best way to get started? Should I buy a kit with instructions? This is my first time venturing into robotics using microcontrollers. I am not sure if buying a kit is more useful (or maybe a specific kit produced by Arduino or Rasp Pi) as it may come with instruction or booklet to get started. This project would be a way for me to really incorporate system dynamics, physics and electronics engineering into practice.
I would eventually like to use Simulink and incorporate it to control the robot.
 
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There are some websites dedicated to drone building and the associated software needed to control the drone one such example is:

https://www.openpilot.org/
 
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