10.11 - Simulation and Kinematic Modeling Tools
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of simulation tools in robotics?
💡 Hint: Consider the benefits of virtual testing.
Name one major feature of the MATLAB Robotics Toolbox.
💡 Hint: Think about the key functions it provides.
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What is the main function of the MATLAB Robotics Toolbox?
💡 Hint: Focus on numerical capabilities.
True or False: Gazebo is only used for visual simulations without physics integration.
💡 Hint: Think about its capabilities in real-world modeling.
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Challenge Problems
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Given a complex robotic arm design, construct a simulation combining MATLAB for calculations and ROS for control. Outline the steps you would take.
💡 Hint: Think about combining computation with integration.
Discuss how using Gazebo might reveal flaws in a robotic system's design that are not apparent in MATLAB simulations and provide examples.
💡 Hint: Consider how physical interactions might differ from numerical predictions.
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