This book is a comprehensive collection and practical guide on robotics derived from the author's research in robotics since 1988. The Chinese edition of this book has sold over 300,000 copies, and is one of the best-selling books on robotics in China.

The book covers the core technology of robotics, including the basic theories and techniques of robot manipulator, mobile robots to focus on location navigation, and intelligent control underpinned by artificial intelligence and deep learning. Several case studies from national research projects in China are also included to help readers understand the theoretical foundations of robotics and related application developments. This book is a valuable reference for undergraduate and graduate students of robotics courses.

Contents:

• Basic Concepts
• Robot Manipulator:
• Mathematical Fundamentals
• Manipulator Kinematics
• Manipulator Dynamics
• Manipulator Control
• Manipulator Planning
• Mobile Robot:
• Architecture and Dynamics Model of Mobile Robot
• Localization and Mapping of Mobile Robot
• Mobilebot Navigation
• Intelligent Control of Mobile Robots
• Applications and Prospect of Robotics:
• Application and Market of Robot Technology
• Robotics Outlook

Readership: Advanced undergraduate, graduate and post-grad researcher in the discipline/profession of robotics, automatic control, mechatronic engineering, intelligent S&T, computer science and engineering, electronic engineering, management and decision system engineering, and other related fields.

Table of Contents

PART I Robot Manipulator

2. Mathematical Fundamentals

3. Manipulator Kinematics

4. Manipulator Dynamics

5. Manipulator Control

6. Manipulator Planning

PART II Mobile Robot

7. Architecture and Dynamics Model of MobileRobot

8. Localization and Mapping of Mobile Robot

9. Mobilebot Navigation

10. Intelligent Control of Mobile Robots

PART Ill Applications and Prospect of Robotics

11. Application and Market of Robotics Technology

12. Robotics Outlook