In this paper a novel method of reference places' detection to build topological models is described, as well as an algorithm for route planning based on Fuzzy Petri Nets. The...
Aiming to reduce cycle time and improving the accuracy on tracking, a modified adaptive control was developed, which adapts autonomously to changing dynamic parameters. The platfor...
Fernando Ribeiro, Ivo Moutinho, Nino Pereira, Fern...
— The success of NASA’s Mars Exploration Rovers has demonstrated the important benefits that mobility adds to planetary exploration. Very soon, mission requirements will impos...
Ioannis M. Rekleitis, Jean-Luc Bedwani, Erick Dupu...
Abstract: In November of 1998, an expedition from Carnegie Mellon University travelled to the Patriot Hills, Antarctica. The purpose of the expedition was to demonstrate autonomous...
Nicolas Vandapel, Stewart J. Moorehead, William Wh...
Obstacle avoidance methods approach the problem of mobile robot autonomous navigation by steering the robot in real-time according to the most recent sensor readings, being suitab...
Jose-Luis Blanco, Javier Gonzalez, Juan-Antonio Fe...