Microprocessors in Robotic and Manufacturing Systems

Robotic and manufacturing systems have gained increasing attention at both the academic and industrial levels. A key component in their development is the microprocessor, which offers increased functional capabilities at reduced costs. Microprocessors in Robotic and Manufacturing Systems provides a balanced, state-of-the-art presentation of the involvement of microprocessors in the design and operation of modern robotic and manufacturing systems. Prepared by a distinguished team of experts, the book covers a wide repertory of topics, including the latest developments in the field together with fresh, original results derived by the contributors. The book provides a unique, cohesive reference source providing access to the most current advances in the microprocessor-based robotics and manufacturing field. A subset of the topics covered is the following: Computation of Robot Dynamics by Multiprocessor Schemes; Numerical Applications of Digital Signal Processors in Robotic Computations; AutomaticScheduling of the Newton-Euler Inverse Dynamics; Microprocessor-Based Controllers for Robotic Manipulators; Design Aspects of a Robot CoordinateTzafestas, Spyros G. is the author of 'Microprocessors in Robotic and Manufacturing Systems' with ISBN 9780792307808 and ISBN 0792307801.