scholarly journals Geometric analysis-based trajectory planning and control for underactuated capsule systems with viscoelastic property

2017 ◽  
Vol 40 (7) ◽  
pp. 2416-2427 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pengcheng Liu ◽  
Hongnian Yu ◽  
Shuang Cang
Keyword(s):  
Viscoelastic Property ◽  
Trajectory Planning ◽  
Trajectory Optimization ◽  
Feedback Linearization ◽  
Tracking Error ◽  
Geometric Analysis ◽  
Dynamic Constraints ◽  
Viscoelastic Parameters ◽  
Novel Approach ◽  
Nonlinear Tracking

This paper proposes a novel geometric analysis-based trajectory planning approach for underactuated capsule systems with viscoelastic property. The idea is to reduce complexity and to characterize coupling by imposing a harmonic drive and then to compute the dynamics projection onto a hyper-manifold, such that the issue of trajectory planning is converted into geometric analysis and trajectory optimization. The objective is to obtain optimal locomotion performance in terms of tracking error, average capsule speed and energy efficacy. Firstly, an analytical two-stage velocity trajectory is given based on control indexes and dynamic constraints. A locomotion-performance index is then proposed and evaluated to identify the optimal viscoelastic parameters. The trajectory is optimally parameterized through rigorous analysis. A nonlinear tracking controller is designed using collocated partial feedback linearization. For the sake of efficiency in progression and energy, the proposed method provides a novel approach in characterizing and planning motion trajectory for underactuated capsule systems such that the optimal locomotion can be achieved. Simulation results demonstrate the effectiveness and feasibility of the proposed method.

scholarly journals Trajectory optimization of UAV based on Hp-adaptive Radau pseudospectral method

2021 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
pp. 0
Author(s):  
Yi Cui ◽  
Xintong Fang ◽  
Gaoqi Liu ◽  
Bin Li
Keyword(s):  
Trajectory Planning ◽  
Trajectory Optimization ◽  
Optimization Problem ◽  
Tracking Error ◽  
Pseudospectral Method ◽  
Planning Problem ◽  
A Algorithm ◽  
Planning Scheme ◽  
Path Search ◽  
Simulation Results

<p style='text-indent:20px;'>Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) have been extensively studied to complete the missions in recent years. The UAV trajectory planning is an important area. Different from the commonly used methods based on path search, which are difficult to consider the UAV state and dynamics constraints, so that the planned trajectory cannot be tracked completely. The UAV trajectory planning problem is considered as an optimization problem for research, considering the dynamics constraints of the UAV and the terrain obstacle constraints during flight. An hp-adaptive Radau pseudospectral method based UAV trajectory planning scheme is proposed by taking the UAV dynamics into account. Numerical experiments are carried out to show the effectiveness and superior of the proposed method. Simulation results show that the proposed method outperform the well-known RRT* and A* algorithm in terms of tracking error.</p>

Cooperative Task Assignment and Trajectory Planning of Unmanned Systems Via HFLC and PSO

2019 ◽  
Vol 07 (02) ◽  
pp. 65-81 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ahmed T. Hafez ◽  
Mohamed A. Kamel
Keyword(s):  
Trajectory Planning ◽  
Optimization Problem ◽  
Fuzzy Logic Controller ◽  
Hybrid Approach ◽  
Task Assignment ◽  
Time Discretization ◽  
Planning Problem ◽  
Dynamic Constraints ◽  
Ground Station ◽  
Novel Approach

This paper investigates the problems of cooperative task assignment and trajectory planning for teams of cooperative unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). A novel approach of hierarchical fuzzy logic controller (HFLC) and particle swarm optimization (PSO) is proposed. Initially, teams of UAVs are moving in a pre-defined formation covering a specified area. When one or more targets are detected, the teams send a package of information to the ground station (GS) including the target’s degree of threat, degree of importance, and the separating distance between each team and each detected target. Based on the gathered information, the ground station assigns the teams to the targets. HFLC is implemented in the GS to solve the assignment problem ensuring that each team is assigned to a unique target. Next, each team plans its own path by formulating the path planning problem as an optimization problem. The objective in this case is to minimize the time to reach their destination considering the UAVs dynamic constraints and collision avoidance between teams. A hybrid approach of control parametrization and time discretization (CPTD) and PSO is proposed to solve this optimization problem. Finally, numerical simulations demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed algorithm.

Differential geometry of autonomous wheel-legged robots

2019 ◽  
Vol 37 (2) ◽  
pp. 615-637
Author(s):  
Vahide Bulut
Keyword(s):  
Differential Geometry ◽  
Trajectory Planning ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Geometric Analysis ◽  
Legged Robots ◽  
Rough Terrain ◽  
Geometric Properties ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Robot Trajectory ◽  
Novel Approach

Purpose The purpose of this study is to obtain the differential geometric analysis of autonomous wheel-legged robots and their trajectories on the terrain. Design/methodology/approach The author uses a wheel using the osculating sphere of the curve on rough terrain. Additionally, the author expresses a triple osculating sphere wheel by taking advantage of differential geometry. Moreover, the author examined the consecutive wheel center-curves to obtain the optimum posture of a micro-hydraulic toolkit (MHT) robot. Findings The author examined the terrain path, which is crucial for trajectory planning in terms of the geometric perspective. The author designed the triple MHT wheel using the osculating sphere of the MHT robot trajectory by taking advantage of local differential geometric properties of this curve on the terrain. The consecutive wheel center-curves were expressed and studied based on differential geometry. Originality/value The author provides a novel approach for the optimum posture of an MHT robot using consecutive wheel-center curves and provides an original perspective to MHT robot and its trajectory by using differential geometry.

scholarly journals Trajectory planning in UAV emergency networks with potential underlaying D2D communication based on K-means

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Shuo Zhang ◽  
Shuo Shi ◽  
Tianming Feng ◽  
Xuemai Gu
Keyword(s):  
Trajectory Planning ◽  
Trajectory Optimization ◽  
Communication Systems ◽  
Complete Coverage ◽  
Wireless System ◽  
Fifth Generation ◽  
Emergency Communications ◽  
Trajectory Length ◽  
Post Disaster ◽  
Joint Evaluation

AbstractAt present, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have been widely used in communication systems, and the fifth-generation wireless system (5G) has further promoted the vigorous development of them. The trajectory planning of UAV is an important factor that affects the timeliness and completion of missions, especially in scenarios such as emergency communications and post-disaster rescue. In this paper, we consider an emergency communication network where a UAV aims to achieve complete coverage of potential underlaying device-to-device (D2D) users. Trajectory planning issues are grouped into clustering and supplementary phases for optimization. Aiming at trajectory length and sum throughput, two trajectory planning algorithms based on K-means are proposed, respectively. In addition, in order to balance sum throughput with trajectory length, we present a joint evaluation index. Then relying on this index, a third trajectory optimization algorithm is further proposed. Simulation results show the validity of the proposed algorithms which have advantages over the well-known benchmark scheme in terms of trajectory length and sum throughput.

A New Method of 6-DOF Serial Robot’s Trajectory Planning under Multi-Constraints

2014 ◽  
Vol 602-605 ◽  
pp. 1352-1357 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yong Ting Zhao ◽  
Bin Zheng ◽  
Hong Lin Ma
Keyword(s):  
Coordinate System ◽  
Trajectory Planning ◽  
Angular Displacement ◽  
Joint Space ◽  
New Method ◽  
Position Information ◽  
Physical Constraints ◽  
Dynamic Constraints ◽  
Quaternion Interpolation ◽  
And Performance

This paper proposes a new method of 6-DOF serial robot’s trajectory planning. Ensuring to satisfy the physical constraints of space conditions, the robot’s trajectory is interpolated in the Cartesian coordinate system, and using quaternion interpolation to solve the multiple solution problem in RPY interpolation. Meanwhile, the interpolated position information is transformed into the angular displacement information of the joint coordinate system, and the joint space trajectory planning is achieved using the genetic algorithms integrated velocity, acceleration, jerk and torque and other important kinematic and dynamic constraints. In robot safety and stability, the method is better than the general approach, and it has both the ideal trajectory parameters of the global search ability and performance planning.

Dynamic modeling and design of controller for the 2-DoF serial chain actuated by a cable-driven robot based on feedback linearization

2021 ◽  
pp. 095440622110279
Author(s):  
Vahid Bahrami ◽  
Ahmad Kalhor ◽  
Mehdi Tale Masouleh
Keyword(s):  
Dynamic Modeling ◽  
Pid Controller ◽  
Feedback Linearization ◽  
Tracking Error ◽  
Pid Controllers ◽  
Serial Chain ◽  
Simulation Results ◽  
The Stability ◽  
Feedback Linearization Approach ◽  
Bounded Disturbance

This study intends to investigate a dynamic modeling and design of controller for a planar serial chain, performing 2-DoF, in interaction with a cable-driven robot. The under study system can be used as a rehabilitation setup which is helpful for those with arm disability. The latter goal can be achieved by applying the positive tensions of the cable-driven robot which are designed based on feedback linearization approach. To this end, the system dynamics formulation is developed using Lagrange approach and then the so-called Wrench-Closure Workspace (WCW) analysis is performed. Moreover, in the feedback linearization approach, the PD and PID controllers are used as auxiliary controllers input and the stability of the system is guaranteed as a whole. From the simulation results it follows that, in the presence of bounded disturbance based on Roots Mean Square Error (RMSE) criteria, the PID controller has better performance and tracking error of the 2-DoF robot joints are improved 15.29% and 24.32%, respectively.

Damping Characteristics of Fluidic Pressure-fed Mechanism for Positioning Applications

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Heebum Chun ◽  
Jungsub Kim ◽  
Hyoyoung Kim ◽  
ChaBum Lee
Keyword(s):  
Tracking Error ◽  
Open Loop ◽  
Pressure Level ◽  
Fluidic Channel ◽  
Positioning Control ◽  
Damping Characteristics ◽  
Novel Approach ◽  
Damping Parameter ◽  
Vibration Tests ◽  
Metal Additive

Abstract This paper represents a novel approach capable of in-process damping parameter control for nanopositioning systems by implementing a fluidic pressure-fed mechanism (FPFM). The designed internal fluidic channels inside the nanopositioning stage fabricated by a metal additive manufacturing process can be filled with various fluids such as air, water, and oil and pneumatically or hydraulically pressurized. The damping was experimentally characterized with respect to fluids and corresponding pressure level (80 psi) through free-vibration tests, hammering test, and sine input sweeping test in open-loop and closed-loop positioning control conditions. As a result, the FPFM revealed the following characteristics: (1) damping may increase when the internal fluidic channels filled with fluids and pressure level at 80 psi, (2) the dynamic system showed the highest damping when the water exists in internal channels, (3) the existence of fluids and certain pressure in the fluidic channel does not have a significant influence on the motion quality and positioning control, but tracking error was reduced by FPFM. It is expected that the FPFM method will be utilized for vibration and noise control applications for high precision dynamic systems.

scholarly journals A Dual-Observer Design for Nonlinear Suspension System Based on Feedback Linearization

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-13
Author(s):  
Zheng Liu ◽  
Yuzhuang Zhao ◽  
Sizhong Chen
Keyword(s):  
Kalman Filter ◽  
Nonlinear System ◽  
Feedback Linearization ◽  
Observer Design ◽  
Air Spring ◽  
State Information ◽  
Quarter Car Model ◽  
Car Model ◽  
Novel Approach ◽  
Road Profile

A novel approach to estimate suspension state information and payload condition was developed in this article. A nonlinear quarter car model with air spring and damper was built. After verification of system observability and solvability, a certain coordinate transform was built to transform the nonlinear system into a linear one. Then a Kalman filter observer was applied. A sprung mass observer, which works cooperatively with suspension state information observer, was also designed. Designed dual-observer was verified under typical road profile and sprung mass disturbance. Compared with extended Kalman filter, the dual-observer showed better accuracy and robustness.

Fractional Order Dynamics in the Trajectory Planning of Redundant and Hyper-Redundant Manipulators

2003 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fernando B. M. Duarte ◽  
J. A. Tenreiro Machado
Keyword(s):  
Fractional Calculus ◽  
Fractional Order ◽  
Trajectory Planning ◽  
Free Space ◽  
Trajectory Optimization ◽  
Generalized Inverse ◽  
Resolution Of Singularities ◽  
Control Algorithms ◽  
Redundant Manipulators ◽  
Kinematic Control

Redundant manipulators have some advantages when compared with classical arms because they allow the trajectory optimization, both on the free space and on the presence of obstacles, and the resolution of singularities. For this type of arms the proposed kinematic control algorithms adopt generalized inverse matrices but, in general, the corresponding trajectory planning schemes show important limitations. Motivated by these problems this paper studies the pseudoinverse-based trajectory planning algorithms, using the theory of fractional calculus.

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