Introduction To Robotics

1. Fundamentals

2. Robot Kinematics : Position Analysis

3. Differential Motions and Velocities

4. Dynamic Analysis and Forces

5. Trajectory Planning

6. Actuators

7. Sensors

8. Image Processing and Analysis with Vision Systems

9. Fuzzy Logic Control

Appendix

Index

This introductory text covers the fundamentals of robotics, including the components, systems and subsystems that constitute robots, and the applications of robotics. Written in an easy-to-read style, it is both design and application oriented, which lends solidity to the text. Introduction To Robotics begins with a description of the components, characteristics, languages and application of robots. It then goes as to give a clear analysis of the kinematics, dynamics and trajectory planning of robots, and subsystems such as actuators, sensors, and vision systems that include different techniques for image processing and image analysis. Besides, it gives a fairly detailed coverage of mechatronic applications. The book concludes with an overview of the principles of fuzzy logic in microprocessor control and robotics.