Designing Autonomous Mobile Robots: Inside the Mind of an Intelligent Machine [Paperback]

John M. Holland (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 29, 2003 | ISBN-10: 0750676833 | ISBN-13: 978-0750676830

Designing Autonomous Mobile Robots introduces the reader to the fundamental concepts of this complex field. The author addresses all the pertinent topics of the electronic hardware and software of mobile robot design, with particular emphasis on the more difficult problems of control, navigation, and sensor interfacing.

Covering topics such as advanced sensor fusion, control systems for a wide array of application sensors and instrumentation, and fuzzy logic applications, this volume is essential reading for engineers undertaking robotics projects as well as undergraduate and graduate students studying robotic engineering, artificial intelligence, and cognitive science. Its state-of-the-art treatment of core concepts in mobile robotics helps and challenges readers in exploring new avenues in an exciting field. The accompanying CD-ROM provides software routines for the examples cited as well as an electronic version of the text.

*Authored by a well-know pioneer of mobile robotics
*Learn how to approach the design of and complex control system with confidence

Editorial Reviews

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"The primary asset of Holland's book is shared wisdom for designing a robot so that its construction follows logically and naturally. Credibility evolves from the author's extensive industrial experience and success. Candid, sometimes irreverent philosophy and strategically watermarked "Flashbacks" to personal experiences keep the reader entertained and informed...Summing Up: Recommended. Graduate Students through professionals." - R. E. Young, Pennsylvania State University, Choice, November 2004 Vol. 42 No. 03

Book Description

Practical guide enables readers to design state-of-the-art mobile robots by explaining core concepts, exploring hardware options, and providing example software routines.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Newnes (December 29, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0750676833
• ISBN-13: 978-0750676830
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 7.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #984,962 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "The Father of Mobile Robotics" validates his title here !!, September 19, 2004

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Samuel J. Williams "Samuel J. Williams, MD" (Virginia, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Designing Autonomous Mobile Robots: Inside the Mind of an Intelligent Machine (Paperback)

In this tour de force, John M. Holland serves up a feast that should be both didactic and entertaining to engineering professors and neophyte-technophiles alike. His wit and wisdom are generously shared in ways that are both lucid and compelling. His personal parables are not only entertaining but beautifully illustrative of even the most arcane of his topics. And John balances cautionary tales with an abiding conviction that service robots will eventually have a huge presence in both private industrial and governmental applications.

1 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Invaluable for Robot Designers!, January 11, 2005

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Mark Kadonoff (Vienna, VA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Designing Autonomous Mobile Robots: Inside the Mind of an Intelligent Machine (Paperback)

John Holland does an excellent job of describing the real-world practices required for programming successful mobile robots. His approach is relevant for all software engineers involved in developing embedded control systems. One of the most entertaining aspects of his book are the war stories about remotely debugging misbehaving robots in the field. After reading this book, you will know why he is considered "The Father of Mobile Robotics"!

1 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!, January 23, 2004

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This review is from: Designing Autonomous Mobile Robots: Inside the Mind of an Intelligent Machine (Paperback)

A fascinating read, and a must for those interested in robotic design. Additionally, parts of the book are humorous and quite entertaining!