This video introduces the concept of 'Rotation Matrices' as a way to represent the rotation, or orientation, of one coordinate frame relative to another. The three rotation matrices (rotation around X, Y, and Z) are given, and the derivation of the rotation around the Z axis shown. This video also shows how any rotations can be accomplished by stringing together rotations around X, Y, and Z, and multiplying the corresponding matrices.
Robotics 1 is a college-level introductory robotics class covering kinematics, motion control, and sensors and machine vision.
For complete curriculum and to get the kit used in this class, go to www.robogrok.com