Robotics

This up-to-date text/reference is designed to present the fundamental principles of robotics with a strong emphasis on engineering applications and industrial solutions based on robotic technology. It can be used by practicing engineers and scientists—or as a text in standard university courses in robotics. The book has extensive coverage of the major robotic classifi cations, including Wheeled Mobile Robots, Legged Robots, and the Robotic Manipulator. A central theme is the importance of kinematics to robotic principles. The book is accompanied by a CD-ROM with MATLAB® simulations, photographs, tutorials, and third-party software (see On the CD-ROM section).

FEATURES

� Discusses the major robot classifi cations including Wheeled Mobile Robots,Legged Robots, and the Robotic Manipulator

� Provides an introduction to basic mechanics and electronics; presents mathematical modeling concepts; and performs robotic simulations using MATLAB.

� Includes extensive coverage of kinematics—integrated throughout the book whenever appropriate

� Includes a CD-ROM with demos, MATLAB simulations, photos, and more.