MECH 7004 Advanced Mobile Robotics

Credit Points 10

Legacy Code 301020

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Description This subject aims to develop an understanding of Mobile Robotics, encompassing fundamental concepts such as mobile robot mechanics, localisation, map building, and path planning. Additionally, the subject will introduce diverse sensors and their applications in the field of mobile robotics.

School Eng, Design & Built Env

Discipline Mechanical And Industrial Engineering And Technology

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp

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Level Postgraduate Coursework Level 7 subject

Restrictions

Students must be enrolled in a postgraduate program OR in 8083 Bachelor of Research Studies.

Assumed Knowledge

Some basic skills in computer programming, such as MATLAB and C++.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  1. Model different types of mechanical structures of mobile robots.
  2. Solve issues of localisation in mobile robots.
  3. Examine the map building and path planning techniques used in mobile robotics.
  4. Evaluate various sensors and assess their applications in mobile robots.

Subject Content

1. Mechanics of Mobile robots
2. Localisation, map-building and path planning
3. Sensors and sensing techniques.
4. Recent development in mobile robots

Assessment

The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.

Type Length Percent Threshold Individual/Group Task
Practical 3x 2hrs 20 N Individual
Quiz 3x0.5hr 30 N Individual
Report Report is limited to 15 pages max. 30 N Both (Individual & Group)
Report Report is limited to 15 pages max. 20 N Individual

Teaching Periods

Spring (2023)

Parramatta City - Macquarie St

On-site

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Spring (2024)

Parramatta City - Macquarie St

On-site

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