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| ~ Author: Ben Zion Sandler Edition: 2 edition April 28, 1999 Pages: 433 pages Summary Robotics, Second Edition is an essential addition to the toolbox of any engineer or hobbyist involved in the design of any type of robot or automated mechanical system. It is the only book available that takes the reader through a step-by step design process in this rapidly advancing specialty area of machine design. This book provides the professional engineer and student with important and detailed methods and examples of how to design the mechanical parts of robots and automated systems. Most robotics and automation books today emphasis the electrical and control aspects of design without any practical coverage of how to design and build the components, the machine or the system. The author draws on his years of industrial design experience to show the reader the design process by focusing on the real, physical parts of robots and automated systems. * Answers the questions: How are machines built? How do they work? How does one best approach the design process for a specific machine? * Thoroughly updated with new coverage of modern concepts and techniques, such as rapid modeling, automated assembly, parallel-driven robots and mechatronic systems * Calculations for design completed with Mathematica which will help the reader through its ease of use, time-saving methods, solutions to nonlinear equations, and graphical display of design processes * Use of real-world examples and problems that every reader can understand without difficulty * Large number of high-quality illustrations Self-study and homework problems are integrated into the text along with their solutions so that the engineering professional and the student will each find the text very useful ~ A leap forward in the field of robotics Until now, most of the advances in robotics have taken place in structured environments. Scientists and engineers have designed highly sophisticated robots, but most are still only able to operate and move in predetermined, planned environments designed specifically for the robots and typically at very high cost. This new book takes robotics to the next level by setting forth the theory and techniques needed to achieve robotic motion in unstructured environments. The ability to move and operate in an arbitrary, unplanned environment will lead to automating a wide range of new robotic tasks, such as patient care, toxic site cleanup, and planetary exploration. The approach that opens the door for robots to handle unstructured tasks is known as Sensing-Intelligence-Motion (SIM), which draws from research in topology, computational complexity, control theory, and sensing hardware. Using SIM as an underlying foundation, the author's carefully structured presentation is designed to * Formulate the challenges of sensor-based motion planning and then build a theoretical foundation for sensor-based motion planning strategies * Investigate promising algorithmic strategies for mobile robots and robot arm manipulators, in both cases addressing motion planning for the whole robot body * Compare robot performance to human performance in sensor-based motion planning to gain better insight into the challenges of SIM and help build synergistic human-robot teams for tele-operation tasks. It is both exciting and encouraging to discover that robot performance decisively exceeds human performance in certain tasks requiring spatial reasoning, even when compared to trained operators * Review sensing hardware that is necessary to realize the SIM paradigm Some 200 illustrations, graphic sketches, and photos are included to clarify key issues, develop and validate motion planning approaches, and demonstrate full systems in operation. As the first book fully devoted to robot motion planning in unstructured environments, Sensing, Intelligence, Motion is a must-read for engineers, scientists, and researchers involved in robotics. It will help them migrate robots from highly specialized applications in factories to widespread use in society where autonomous robot motion is needed ~ Paperback: 299 pages June 27, 2003 Text offers a one-stop source for everything needed for the mechanical design of state-of-the-art mobile robots. For hobbyists and professionals. Illustrated. Softcover. The Ultimate Mobile Robot Mechanical Design Reference Both hobbyists and professionals will treasure this unique and distinctive sourcebook -- the most thorough -- and thoroughly explained -- compendium of robot mechanisms and devices ever assembled. Written and illustrated specifically for people fascinated with mobile robots, Robot Mechanisms and Mechanical Devices Illustrated offers a one-stop source for everything needed for the mechanical design of state-of-the-art mobile 'bots. New Mechanisms, New Systems, New Devices Written by a leading robot designer -- designer of robots used at the horizon of mobile robotics -- this resource offers a collection of both new and classic robotic mechanisms and devices unmatched in scope, from such high-level sources as the mechanical engineers' mainstay, Mechanisms and Mechanical Devices Illustrated. Paul Sandin's superlative reference also brings you new robotic mechanisms and devices that have never before been collected! Inside youâ??ll find: * The most extensive array of mechanisms and devices for mobile robots ever compiled * Innovations in high-mobility suspension systems and drivetrains * A wide range of steering systems and techniques * Insights and diagrams on manipulator and gripper mechanisms and geometries * Details on robust mechanical sensor systems * Robot motor control electronics explained with the non-EE in mind * Inspiration to take you to the next level in mobile robots -- and beyond Dream It and Build It -- With THE Resource on High-Mobility Robots ~ Robots, Androids and Animatrons, Second Edition : 12 Incredible Projects You Can Build Author: John Iovine Edition: 2 edition October 29, 2001 Pages: 270 pages Bring a robot to life without programming or assembly language skills! There?s never been a better time to explore the world of the nearly human. With the complete directions supplied by popular electronics author John Iovine, you can: Build your first walking, talking, sensing, thinking robot Create 12 working robotic projects, using the fully illustrated instructions provided Get the best available introduction to robotics, motion control, sensors, and neural intelligence Put together basic modules to build sophisticated robots of your own design Construct a robotic arm that responds to your spoken commands Build a realistic, functional robotic hand Apply sensors to detect bumps, walls, inclines , and roads Give your robot expertise and neural intelligence You geteverything you need to create 12 exciting robotic projects using off-the-shelf products and workshop-built devices, including a complete parts list. Also ideal for anyone interested in electronic and motion control, this cult classic gives you the building blocks you need to go practically anywhere in roboticscontrol, sensors, and neural intelligence ~ ISBN: 1565926927 Author: Jonathan Knudsen Edition: 1 edition October 1, 1999 Pages: 256 pages Using a project-oriented approach, The Unofficial Guide to LEGO(r) MINDSTORMS Robots introduces programming and constructing robots using the popular robotics invention. While presenting four complete and progressively more capable robots, the author cover the usage of sensors, motors, the Infra- red (IR) port, and programming languages. Programming topics are covered well, particularly the languages NQC and pbForth, and installing replacement firmware. Although the book is stronger at covering the software than the mechanical aspects of robot design, the assembly plans incorporate many useful features that can be used in your own designs, including a directional transmission and a single-motor grabber. Two projects provide clear demonstrations of using the IR port for communication. One involves creating a remote control and using it to communicate with a robot; the other project creates tag-playing robots to demonstrate inter-robot communication. The series of step-by-step, robot-building photographs are helpful, but they are in black and white and are without a lot of accompanying text. For the simpler robots this isn't a problem, but for Minerva (which is somewhat complicated and a very good learning example) they are a little difficult to follow. The last chapter of the book includes an informative discussion on building your own sensors, getting sensor input to the RCX, and configuring sensor inputs from your programs. A thorough introduction, this book even provides links to many online resources. If you specifically need a detailed, organized tutorial on robot mechanical issues, this book may not suit you. If, however, you are looking for a book that introduces building MINDSTORMS robots with useful examples and covers programming them, replacing their firmware, and introduces building sensors for them, this is a perfect book. --John Keogh Topics covered: Building robots using the Robotics Invention System, programming the RCX using RCX Code, NQC, pbForth, and C, using sensors and actuators, gears, transmissions and pulleys, obtaining and installing pbForth and legOS replacement firmware, communication with and between robots using the IR port, and making your own sensors ~ Recorded too many addresses you’ll never need? Can’t remember how the make a question mark in Graffiti? Recycle your old handheld and build your own Palm-powered robot. Complete with proprietary software designed specially for Osborne to assist with robot operation No programming required--CD includes software Now, anyone curious about robotics can inexpensively build and enjoy their very own robot using any Palm handheld for the brains. Originally developed by Carnegie Mellon University robotics department graduate students, this prototype has enjoyed a cult following among enthusiasts. Using software provided by the authors and this step-by-step guide, you can build and operate your own version of the same robot. Recycle your old handheld, or get someone else's for peanuts on eBay or at a flea market. Learn about parts, software, programming, games, robot resources, and much more from this exciting one-stop guide to Palm robots Build a functioning robot without knowing how to program Transform any Palm OS model into an electronic companion Get complete instructions on how to construct your robot using a kit or build it from scratch Use drag-and-drop programming software from the included CD-ROM, then instruct your robot with the push of a button Command your robot to do tricks, talk, follow moving objects, and more Add sensors and other advanced tools to get more from your robot Learn to program your robot using C/C++, Java, or other languages Review available applications to make your robot perform all kinds of activities Designing Autonomous Mobile Robots : Inside the Mind of an Intelligent Machine Author: John M. Holland Edition: Bk&CD-Rom edition (December 15, 2003) Paperback: 352 pages Designing Autonomous Mobile Robots introduces the reader to the fundamental concepts of this complex field. The author addresses all the pertinent topics of the electronic hardware and software of mobile robot design, with particular emphasis on the more difficult problems of control, navigation, and sensor interfacing Covering topics such as advanced sensor fusion, control systems for a wide array of application sensors and instrumentation, and fuzzy logic applications, this volume is essential reading for engineers undertaking robotics projects as well as undergraduate and graduate students studying robotic engineering, artificial intelligence, and cognitive science. Its state-of-the-art treatment of core concepts in mobile robotics helps and challenges readers in exploring new avenues in an exciting field. The accompanying CD-ROM provides software routines for the examples cited as well as an electronic version of the text ~ Robotics books collection *Absolute Beginners Guide To Building Robots - Gareth Branwyn *Amphibionics - Williams *Anatomy of a Robot - Bergren *Build a Remote Controlled Robot - Shircliff *Designing Mobile Autonomous Robots, by Holland *Introductory Robotics - Selig *McGraw-Hill - The Robot Builder's Bonanza *Mechanical Engineering Handbook - Robotics *Open Source Robotics and Process Control Cookbook *PDA Robotics - Williams *Robot Mechanisms and Mechanical Devices Illustrated - Sandin *Robotics, Designing the Mechanisms for Automated Machinery - Ben-Zion Sandier *Robots - Estructura mecánica y motores *Robots Androids and Animatrons, by John Lovine *The Ultimate Palm Robot - Mukhar and Johnson ~ Embedded Controller Hardware Design (With CD-ROM) (Embedded Technology Series) Author: Ken Arnold Edition: Bk&CD-Rom edition (January 15, 2001) Paperback: 320 pages Ken Arnold is an experienced embedded systems designer and president of HiTech Equipment, Inc., an embedded systems design firm located in San Diego, California. He also teaches courses in embedded hardware and software design at the University of California-San Diego Gives the reader an integrated hardware/software approach to embedded controller design Stresses a "worst case" design approach for the harsh environments in which embedded systems are often used Includes design examples to make important concepts come alive ~ The application of Computational Intelligence in emerging research areas such as Granular Computing, Mechatronics, and Bioinformatics shows its usefulness often emphasized by Prof Lotfi Zadeh, the inventor of fuzzy logic and many others. This book contains recent advances in Computational Intelligence methods for modeling, optimization and prediction and covers a large number of applications. The book presents new Computational Intelligence theory and methods for modeling and prediction. The range of the various applications is captured with 5 chapters in image processing, 2 chapters in audio processing, 3 chapters in commerce and finance, 2 chapters in communication networks and 6 chapters containing other applications ~ The Art of Designing Embedded Systems (Edn Series for Design Engineers) Author: Jack Ganssle Edition: October 27, 1999 Hardcover: 256 pages Art of Designing Embedded Systems is apart primer and part reference, aimed at practicing embedded engineers, whether working on the code or the hardware design. Embedded systems suffer from a chaotic, ad hoc development process. This books lays out a very simple seven-step plan to get firmware development under control. There are no formal methodologies to master; the ideas are immediately useful. Most designers are unaware that code complexity grows faster than code size. This book shows a number of ways to linearize the complexity/size curve and get products out faster. Ganssle shows ways to get better code and hardware designs by integrating hardware and software design. He also covers troubleshooting, real time and performance issues, relations with bosses and coworkers, and tips for building an environment for creative work Get better systems out faster, using the practical ideas discussed in Art of Designing Embedded Systems. Whether you're working with hardware or software, this book offers a unique philosophy of development guaranteed to keep you interested and learning * Practical advice from a well-respected author * Common-sense approach to better, faster design * Integrated hardware/software[/size] ~ Embedded Microprocessor Systems: Real World Design, Third Edition The less-experienced engineer will be able to apply Ball's advice to everyday projects and challenges immediately with amazing results. In this new edition, the author has expanded the section on debug to include avoiding common hardware, software and interrupt problems. Other new features include an expanded section on system integration and debug to address the capabilities of more recent emulators and debuggers, a section about combination microcontroller/PLD devices, and expanded information on industry standard embedded platforms * Covers all 'species' of embedded system chips rather than specific hardware * Learn how to cope with 'real world' problems * Design embedded systems products that are reliable and work in real applications ~ Author: Lewin Edwards Edition: Bk&CD-Rom edition (December 10, 2004) Pages: 256 pages In this practical reference, popular author Lewin Edwards shows how to develop robust, dependable real-time systems for robotics and other control applications, using open-source tools. It demonstrates efficient and low-cost embedded hardware and software design techniques, based on Linux as the development platform and operating system and the Atmel AVR as the primary microcontroller. The book provides comprehensive examples of sensor, actuator and control applications and circuits, along with source code for a number of projects. It walks the reader through the process of setting up the Linux-based controller, from creating a custom kernel to customizing the BIOS, to implementing graphical control interfaces. Including detailed design information on: ESBUS PC-host interface Host-module communications protocol A speed-controlled DC motor with tach feedback and thermal cut-off A stepper motor controller A two-axis attitude sensor using a MEMS accelerometer Infrared remote control in Linux using LIRC Machine vision using Video4Linux The Accompanying CD-ROM contains a wealth of design materials, including: Full schematics and source code for the projects described Ready-made disk images for the miniature Linux distribution uses as the basis for the PC-side software Distribution archives of source code for all GNU software used, along with application-specific patches where appropriate A free version of the schematic capture and PCB CAD software used Atmel AVR Studio The first-ever book on using open source technology for robotics design! Immensely valuable source code and design tools provided on the CD-ROM Covers hot topics such as GPS navigation, 3-D sensing, and machine vision, all using a Linux platform ~ Author: Roland Siegwart / Illah R. Nourbakhsh Edition: April 1, 2004 Pages: 331 pages Mobile robots range from the teleoperated Sojourner on the Mars Pathfinder mission to cleaning robots in the Paris Metro. Introduction to Autonomous Mobile Robots offers students and other interested readers an overview of the technology of mobility -- the mechanisms that allow a mobile robot to move through a real world environment to perform its tasks -- including locomotion, sensing, localization, and motion planning. It discusses all facets of mobile robotics, including hardware design, wheel design, kinematics analysis, sensors and perception, localization, mapping, and robot control architectures. The design of any successful robot involves the integration of many different disciplines, among them kinematics, signal analysis, information theory, artificial intelligence, and probability theory. Reflecting this, the book presents the techniques and technology that enable mobility in a series of interacting modules. Each chapter covers a different aspect of mobility, as the book moves from low-level to high-level details. The first two chapters explore low-level locomotory ability, examining robots' wheels and legs and the principles of kinematics. This is followed by an in-depth view of perception, including descriptions of many "off-the-shelf" sensors and an analysis of the interpretation of sensed data. The final two chapters consider the higher-level challenges of localization and cognition, discussing successful localization strategies, autonomous mapping, and navigation competence. Bringing together all aspects of mobile robotics into one volume, Introduction to Autonomous Mobile Robots can serve as a textbook for coursework or a working tool for beginners in the field ~ Build A Remote-Controlled Robot Summary TAB Electronics is the premier name in amateur robotics. Since the 1987 release of Gordon McComb's blockbuster Robot Builder's Bonanza hobbyists have looked to TAB as the source for cutting-edge, how-to robotics titles. These groundbreaking, heavily illustrated books explain how to create everythinbg from basic, simple robots to ones that walk, see, feel, talk, listen and fight! Written by "professors of robotics" such as Gordon McComb and John Iovine, they're great for beginners as well as experienced robot builders. Authoritative, innovative, fun, and always far ahead of anyone else, TAB continues the tradition with Build Your Own Remote-Controlled Robot ~ Author: Jorge Angeles Edition: 2 edition October 16, 2002 Pages: 536 pages Modern robotics dates from the late 1960s, when progress in the development of microprocessors made possible the computer control of a multiaxial manipulator. Since then, robotics has evolved to connect with many branches of science and engineering, and to encompass such diverse fields as computer vision, artificial intelligence, and speech recognition. This book deals with robots-such as remote manipulators, multifingered hands, walking machines, flight simulators, and machine tools-that rely on mechanical systems to perform their tasks. It aims to establish the foundations on which the design, control and implementation of the underlying mechanical systems are based. The treatment assumes familiarity with some calculus, linear algebra, and elementary mechanics; however, the elements of rigid-body mechanics and of linear transformations are reviewed in the first chapters, making the presentation self-contained. An extensive set of exercises is included. Topics covered include: kinematics and dynamics of serial manipulators with decoupled architectures; trajectory planning; determination of the angular velocity and angular acceleration of a rigid body from point data; inverse and direct kinematics manipulators; dynamics of general parallel manipulators of the platform type; and the kinematics and dynamics of rolling robots. Since the publication of the previous edition there have been numerous advances in both the applications of robotics (including in laprascopy, haptics, manufacturing, and most notably space exploration) as well as in the theoretical aspects (for example, the proof that Husty's 40th-degree polynomial is indeed minimal - mentioned as an open question in the previous edition). This new edition has been revised and updated throughout Written for Graduate students, advanced undergraduates |
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