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Series in Robotics and Automated Systems - Vol. 10

CELLULAR ROBOTICS AND MICRO ROBOTIC SYSTEMS

by T Fukuda & T Ueyama (Nagoya Univ.)

This book introduces interesting topics, from concepts to the latest research, on cellular and micro robotic systems. The cellular robotic system is a self-organizing robotic system composed of a large number of autonomous robotic units, named cells. This idea came from the organic structure of a living body. Several attractive topics in this area are covered, such as swarm intelligence, communications, and robotic mechanisms. The micro robotic system is currently the most fascinating technology. Micro mechanisms, control and intelligence, with respect to this system are treated here. The combination of both technologies will prepare the way for a new paradigm in the field of engineering.


Contents:

  • Introduction: Introduction
  • Decentralized Robotic System
  • Cellular Robotics: Concept of Cellular Robotics
  • Communication Issues
  • Network Organization
  • Cooperative Decision Making Using Genetic Algorithm
  • Structural Realization
  • Conclusions
  • Micro Robotic Systems: Concept of Micro Robotic Systems
  • Microfabrication
  • Dexterous Control
  • High-Precision Control
  • Non-Contact Control
  • Conclusions


Readership: Engineers.

284pp Pub. date: Jul 1994
ISBN 981-02-1457-X US$51 / £35


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