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87 articles for “Mobile Robotics”
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Mobile Robotics in Healthcare: Applications of Drones and Autonomous Vehicles for Medical Supply Delivery
Abstract: This paper explores the transformative role of mobile robotics, specifically drones and autonomous vehicles, in enhancing healthcare delivery systems. As the demand for efficient medical supply logistics increases, these technologies present innovative solutions to overcome barriers in remote and underserved areas. We analyze various applications, including emergency medical deliveries, pharmaceutical transportation, and patient monitoring, highlighting the benefits of speed, cost-effectiveness, and reduced human intervention. Through case studies and experimental data, …
Published in International Journal of Mobile Computing Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 33–45 Read article
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Unoccupied Floor Extraction in Autonomous Mobile Robot Navigation
Abstract: AbstractConsidering the today’s atomization need, autonomous mobile robot navigation and arena exploration becomes most substantial research area. The majority of navigational issues are robot localization, on floor objects localization, deciding strategy for navigation. This paper address the method used to explore empty floor detection implemented on raspberry pi 3 which assistances autonomous mobile robot in terms of localization during safe navigation. The literature shows most of the localization algorithms uses …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 41–44 Read article
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Various Navigation and Control System Design Aspects for Mobile Robots
Abstract: An appropriate control systems design for robots is essential for their safe operation. Many researchers have explored various control systems, including linear, nonlinear, adaptive, robust, and optimal controllers, etc. for variousrobotic operations. In recent era, many of the under-graduate and post-graduate degrees have had courses on robotic control. In the last decades, many of universities have included educational robots in their curriculum covering the kinematics, dynamics, control, guidance, and navigational …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 29–33 Read article
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Design and Development of a Mobile Robot for Material Handling
Abstract: A semi-autonomous mobile robot has been designed and developed for regular shaped material handling application. The robot has in-built platform with three revolute joint arms supported by wheeled locomotion. Acrylic polymer sheets are used and three wheeler mobile platforms with various linkages have been fabricated and assembled. Forward kinematic model has been derived after constituting the D-H parameters of the manipulator, and the end-effector position is shown in the work …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Robotics · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Exploring the viability of DIY mobile robots, a technical and economic perspective.
Abstract: This article is intended for on ramping of novices in mobile robotics and shine a new light on feasibility of home-brew robots. Readers are expected to use this resource as a take-off point from which they will get to know where to look and to what extent, along with some of our own recommendations. The topics covered include but not limited to, hardware selection, firmware programming, feedback control, system design, …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 34–41 Read article
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IoT Based Battery Temperature and Health Monitoring System Using Electric Vehicle Like Mobile Robots
Abstract: Abstract: Paper presents a battery health monitoring system based on internet of things (IoT) model using ORP (Orchestration of Robotic Platform) platform. The proposed system periodically monitors the battery’s temperature and terminal voltage. The State of Charge (SOC) and State of Health (SOH) is estimated using modified extended-coulomb-counting method. A local robotic-server is designed for collecting, storing and analyzing the data. The robotic-server sends alerts messages to Robotic Electric Vehicle …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Robotics · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Path Planning using DDPG Algorithm and Univector Field Method for Intelligent Mobile Robot
Abstract: Path planning is one of the most fundamental challenging tasks in robotics and its purpose is to lead the robot from the initial position to the goal without any collision through the optimal route. With the rapid development of artificial intelligence technology, AI has been widely studied for robot path planning and a method by deep reinforcement learning (DRL) was proposed. In general, path planning methods with DRL need discrete …
Published in International Journal of Advanced Robotics and Automation Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Smart Lane Following and Mobile Controlled Robotic Car
Abstract: One major development in autonomous vehicle technology is the emergence of mobile-controlled robotic cars and smart lane-following vehicles. To improve user control and vehicle autonomy, these systems integrate mobile technology, computer vision, and machine learning. This review work highlights the potential of mobile-controlled and smart lane-following robotic automobiles to transform transportation and related sectors by examining their design, functioning, applications, and obstacles. Autonomous driving relies heavily on smart lane-following technology, …
Published in International Journal of Advanced Control and System Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 36–47 Read article
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Design and motion control of a differential drive wheel mechanism for a departmental information robot
Abstract: This research study aims to create the Departmental Information Robot which will assist people in finding their way through the academic space. The system operates through a differential drive locomotive system which uses two motorized wheels and a third wheel that functions as a castor wheel. The robot can move in all directions because it has forward and backward movement abilities and sideways motion and 360-degree rotation capabilities. The robot's …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2026 Read article
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Cave Hazard Detection and Monitoring Robot
Abstract: This literature review examines research related to robotic exploration, environmental monitoring, hazard detection, navigation and safety inspection in underground and other confined environments. The reviewed studies cover ground robots, aerial robots, multimodal systems, sensor fusion, gas monitoring, mapping, localization, autonomous exploration and robotic inspection. The findings provide a technical background for the development of a low-cost cave hazard detection robot using ultrasonic distance sensing, air-quality monitoring and temperature-humidity sensing. The …
Published in Recent Trends in Electronics Communication Systems · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Review on Motion Control of Departmental Information Robot
Abstract: The design and development of a departmental information robot using a differential drive system is presented in this work. To offer interactive user support, the system combines voice control, mobile application control, and simple robotic motions. A three-wheel setup is used to accomplish the motion system, with two wheels powered by DC motors and the third serving as a passive caster for stability. By regulating the driving wheels' speed and …
Published in International Journal of Robotics and Automation in Mechanics · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 34–39 Read article
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Surveillance Patrol Robot for People Tracking in Indoor Environments
Abstract: There is a great challenge that a mobile robot reliably and continuously tracks a specific person in indoor environments. In this paper, a novel method is presented, which can effectively recognize and reliably track a target person based on mobile robot vision. Such a robot is equipped with a camera which senses a moving object and starts tracking the object. The on-board camera develops a computer vision system for detection …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Robotics · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 17–23 Read article
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Improvement of Convergence Speed of Q-learning based Path Planning Algorithm
Abstract: Path planning is fundamental and important task of mobile robot. There are many attempts to adopt reinforcement learning (RL) in mobile robot path planning. RL based path planning is effective in path planning of intelligent mobile robot, especially in unknown environment because it doesn’t require environmental information and finds optimal path through trial-and-error process. Q-learning is one of RL algorithm widely used in path planning of mobile robots. The main …
Published in International Journal of Advanced Robotics and Automation Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 19–28 Read article
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An Introduction to Robotics and its Interaction with Humans
Abstract: AbstractThe purpose of this paper is to show an application of path planning for a mobile pneumatic robot. The robot is capable of searching for a specific target in the scene and navigating towards it, in an a priori unknown environment. To accomplish this task, the robot uses a colour pan-tilt camera and two ultrasonic sensors. As the camera is only used for target tracking, the robot is left with …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Robotics · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Autonomous Infection Control System
Abstract: Escalating problems arise mainly at hospitals due to transmission of microbes through air, which causes life threatening situations. Doctors, nurses and other members are more vulnerable to diseases from within the place. PPE kits and other disinfecting procedures require an in-human presence to do the work, which makes it more challenging and puts the person's life at risk. In current scenarios, human presence is required for sanitising and cleaning procedures, …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 12–18 Read article
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Autonomous Vehicle with Obstacle Evasion Capability
Abstract: This paper involves the design and implementation of an obstacle-avoidance vehicle. The goal of this project is to build a vehicle that, when in motion, can recognize obstructions in its route and, in the absence of outside interference, alter course as essential. Based on sensor inputs, the robot determines the new direction to prevent a collision as the direction with the largest distance between the obstacle and the sensor. An …
Published in International Journal of Robotics and Automation in Mechanics · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 6–13 Read article
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Biohybrid Machines: Integrating Organic Systems with Robotics for Enhanced Mobility and Function
Abstract: Biohybrid machines are an innovative frontier at the intersection of biological systems and robotics. This research field explores the integration of living organisms with machines, combining the advantageous characteristics of both synthetic materials and biological components. Through the integration of organic cells, tissues, and even entire organisms with robotics, biohybrid machines possess unique capabilities such as self-healing, adaptability, and energy efficiency, making them more suitable for tasks that require flexibility …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 30–37 Read article
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A Novel Approach To Local Minima Problem In Robot Path Planning Using Artificial Potential Field
Abstract: The Autonomous mobile robots have vast applications which include industrial robots, service robots, drone-based robots for supplying customer goods, robots for space exploration and much more. Path planning is one of the important steps of using mobile robots in any application. In autonomous mobile robot navigation, local minima describe a situation in which an object gets stuck with no next possible move attainable. This paper introduces a new concept to …
Published in Journal of Artificial Intelligence Research & Advances · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 69–81 Read article
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Design and Fabrication of IoT Based Robot for Assistance in Rescue Operations in Flood
Abstract: Floods are one of the most common natural disasters that can sometime become extremely difficult to control. Rising sea levels, climate change and dependency on river basins or coastlines will increase frequency and probability of flooding in many regions of economic activity worldwide in coming decades. Existing rescue operations risks life’s of rescuers and doesn’t provide quick response. In the face of increasing frequency and intensity of flood-related disasters, the …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 8–20 Read article
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Development of a Low-Cost Autonomous Robot for Obstacle Avoidance Using Ultrasonic Sensing
Abstract: In the evolving landscape of automation, autonomous mobile robots are becoming critical for performing tasks with minimal human intervention. This project presents the design and development of a cost-effective, small-scale obstacle-avoiding robot using an Arduino microcontroller and an ultrasonic sensor. The robot operates by scanning its surroundings, identifying nearby obstacles, and navigating by altering its path in real time. Through intelligent programming and sensor integration, the system achieves smooth, collision-free …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Robotics · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–11 Read article