Robot Manipulator Control / Edition 2

by Frank L. Lewis, Darren M. Dawson, Chaouki T. Abdallah

Overview

Discloses the elements of control theory and robot dynamics. Surveys computed-torque control, robust control of robotic manipulators, adaptive control of robotic manipulators, neural network control of robots, force control, and advanced control techniques. Includes information on designing and operating robotic platforms in discussing robot control implementation.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780824740726
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	01/01/2004
Series:	Automation and Control Engineering Series , #15
Edition description:	REV and Expande
Pages:	638
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 1.44(d)

Table of Contents

Commercial Robot Manipulators
Introduction to Control Theory
Robot Dynamics
Computed-Torque Control
Robust Control of Robotic Manipulators
Adaptive Control of Robotic Manipulators
Advanced Control Techniques
Neural Network Control of Robots
Force Control
Robot Control Implementation and Software
Appendix A: Review of Robot Kinematics and Jacobians
Appendix B: Software for Controller Simulation
Appendix C Dynamics of Some Common Robot Arms
Index