8. Integration of Sensors and Actuators in Robotic Systems
The integration of sensors and actuators is vital for intelligent robotic systems, enabling efficient interaction with the environment. This chapter covers the classification of sensors and actuators, their coordination within robotic systems, communication protocols, signal conditioning, and various techniques for integration. Challenges in sensor-actuator systems and future trends in robotics are also examined, emphasizing their importance in civil engineering applications.
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What we have learnt
- Sensors provide the ability for robots to perceive their environment while actuators enable movement.
- Proper coordination between sensors and actuators is essential for tasks like navigation and obstacle avoidance.
- Techniques such as signal conditioning, data acquisition, and sensor fusion enhance the performance of robotic systems.
Key Concepts
- -- Sensors
- Devices that detect physical parameters and convert them into measurable signals.
- -- Actuators
- Components that produce motion or force in robotic systems.
- -- Control Loop
- The system's feedback mechanism that adjusts actuator responses based on sensor inputs.
- -- Sensor Fusion
- The process of combining data from multiple sensors to improve accuracy and reliability.
- -- Calibration
- The process of adjusting the performance of sensors and actuators to ensure accurate operation.
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