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1 online resource (xxv, 665 pages) : illustrations (some color |
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computer c rdamedia |
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online resource cr rdacarrier |
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Includes bibliographical references and index. |
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Print version record. |
| Summary |
There have been major recent advances in robotic systems that can replace humans in undertaking hazardous activities in demanding or dangerous environments. Published in association with the CLAWAR (Climbing and Walking Robots and Associated Technologies Association) (www.clawar.org), this important book reviews the development of robotic systems for de-mining and other risky activities such as fire-fighting. Part one provides an overview of the use of robots for humanitarian de-mining work. Part two discusses the development of sensors for mine detection whilst Part thee reviews developments in both teleoperated and autonomous robots. Building on the latter, Part four concentrates on robot autonomous navigation. The final part of the book reviews research on multi-agent-systems (MAS) and the multi-robotics-systems (MRS), promising tools that take into account modular design of mobile robots and the use of several robots in multi-task missions. With its distinguished editors and international team of contributors, Using robots in hazardous environments: landmine detection, de-mining and other applications is a standard reference for all those researching the use of robots in hazardous environments as well as government and other agencies wishing to use robots for dangerous tasks such as landmine detection and disposal. Reviews the development of robotic systems for de-mining and other risky activitiesDiscusses the development and applications of sensors for mine detection using different robotic systemsExamines research on multi-agent-systems and multi-robotics systems. |
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Cover; Using robots in hazardous environments: Landmine detection, de-mining and other applications; Copyright; Contents; Contributor contact details; Preface; Part I Humanitarian de-mining: The evolution of robots and the challenges; 1 Introduction: Mobile robotics systems for humanitarian de-mining and risky interventions; 1.1 Objective of the book; 1.2 Humanitarian de-mining: historical steps; 1.3 Humanitarian de-mining: the problem; 1.4 Technological challenges of mobile robotics systems for humanitarian de-mining. |
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1.5 International advanced robotics programme (IARP) workshops: a major contribution to the exchange of information among the research anddevelopment (R & D) community1.6 Conclusions; 1.7 Acknowledgements; 1.8 References; 2 Robots for non-conventional de-mining processes: From remote control to autonomy; 2.1 Background; 2.2 Humanitarian de-mining: a challenge for perception and robotics; 2.3 A complementary multi-sensory method for landmine detection; 2.4 Ursula: our first approach toward a mobile platform for humanitarian de-mining purposes; 2.5 Amaranta: a legged robot platform. |
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2.6 Future trends2.7 Acknowledgements; 2.8 References; 3 Locomotion and localisation of humanitarian de-mining robots; 3.1 Introduction; 3.2 Mechanical design of humanitarian de-mining robots; 3.3 Locomotion control of humanitarian de-mining robots; 3.4 Localisation of humanitarian de-mining robots; 3.5 Conclusions; 3.6 Acknowledgements; 3.7 References; 4 Sustainable and appropriate technologies for humanitarian de-mining; 4.1 Introduction: could 1/100 of Bosnia Herzegovina's tractor population help the country to become landmine impact-free within a year?; 4.2 2009: deadline in crisis. |
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4.3 Land release by means other than full clearance for humanitarian de-mining4.4 Local agricultural technologies for land release for humanitarian de-mining; 4.5 Participatory design and appropriate technology for humanitarian de-mining; 4.6 Agricultural technologies on the humanitarian de-mining technology market; 4.7 Development Technology Workshop and other sustainable ideas for humanitarian de-mining; 4.8 Participatory agricultural technology for humanitarian de-mining: PAT and DISARMADILLO machines; 4.9 Low cost tractor for humanitarian de-mining: Locostra; 4.10 References. |
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5 Some problems of robotic humanitarian de-mining evolution5.1 Introduction; 5.2 Evolution of sensor systems for de-mining; 5.3 Comparison of different de-mining automation technologies; 5.4 Conclusion; 5.5 References; Part II Sensors for mine detection and robotics; 6 Sensing capabilities for mobile robotics; 6.1 Introduction; 6.2 Sensing technologies taxonomy; 6.3 Ego-motion capabilities for mobile robots; 6.4 Environment-perception capabilities for mobile robots; 6.5 Localization capabilities for mobile robots; 6.6 Future trends; 6.7 References. |
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Autonomous robots.
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Robotics.
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Multisensor data fusion.
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Land mines -- Detection.
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Robotics |
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Robots autonomes.
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Robotique.
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Fusion multicapteurs.
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Engineering (General)
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Autonomous robots
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Land mines -- Detection
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Multisensor data fusion
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Robotics
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| Added Author |
Baudoin, Y.
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Habib, Maki H.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: 9781845697860 1845697863 (DLC) 2010551769 |
| ISBN |
0857090208 (electronic bk.) |
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9780857090201 (electronic bk.) |
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9781845697860 |
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1845697863 |
| Standard No. |
AU@ 000061137960 |
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CHNEW 001011647 |
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DEBBG BV042314909 |
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DEBSZ 414269055 |
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DEBSZ 431593302 |
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GBVCP 797008748 |
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