Autonomous Ground Vehicles.

Catalog description

This course introduces students to the engineering and design of autonomous unmanned ground vehicles (UGV) and their use in industrial and commercial robotics and automation applications. Students will understand the common drive architectures and mechanical design of UGV as well as the electrical sensor and navigation systems used onboard. Students will learn about fleet management and deployment of UGV in common environments. Students will engage in mission planning, configuration, and execution exercises in laboratory and through simulation. Prereq: ROB 210 , ROB 220 , and ROB 230 .