- Modular Robots and Swarm Intelligence
- Robotic Path Planning Algorithms
- Distributed Control Multi-Agent Systems
- Wind Energy Research and Development
- Vehicle License Plate Recognition
- Robot Manipulation and Learning
- Micro and Nano Robotics
- Cavitation Phenomena in Pumps
- Aerospace Engineering and Energy Systems
- Robotic Locomotion and Control
- Non-Destructive Testing Techniques
- Advanced Neural Network Applications
- Solar and Space Plasma Dynamics
- Image Processing and 3D Reconstruction
- Leaf Properties and Growth Measurement
- Control and Dynamics of Mobile Robots
- Infrastructure Maintenance and Monitoring
- Greenhouse Technology and Climate Control
- Soft Robotics and Applications
- Urban and Freight Transport Logistics
- Data Stream Mining Techniques
- Optimal Experimental Design Methods
- Electrohydrodynamics and Fluid Dynamics
- Elevator Systems and Control
- Handwritten Text Recognition Techniques
De La Salle University
2015-2024
UK Power Networks
2009
Constant demand for sustainable mechanisms to perform heavy and risky tasks has driven more robotics innovations arise. Modular reconfigurable system is one of these promising technologies that are continuously explored. Homogeneous types, be specific, can accomplish similar missions at the same time as individual heavier an integrated system. This paper presents analysis carrying capacity a six-wheeled modular multi-agent using symbiotic model. The objective determine resulting relationship...
This research proposes to automate the plate recognition process by installing an IP camera on a road and analyzing video-feed capture vehicles along that road. The contours of characters in given image are detected, violated isolated from parent image. results segmented characters. Each identified using k nearest neighbors (kNN) algorithm. kNN algorithm was trained different sets training data containing 36 each. tested previously simulations show accuracy 87.43% achieved for at = 1....
Satellite imagery has wide ranging applications that enable different fields including transportation. The authors would like to leverage this technology in terms of collecting traffic data. Traffic data is vital information calibrating volume-delay functions forecast demand ensure efficient route plan outputs. This study aims assess the readiness level heavily trained object detection models detecting vehicles occupying small pixels on open source satellite images. results show Full...
The study presents a system framework by which cloud resources are utilized to analyze crop germination status in 2U CubeSat. research aims address the onboard computing constraints nanosatellite missions boost space agricultural practices. Through ESP-NOW technology, communications between ESP-32 modules were established. corresponding sensor readings and image data securely streamed through AWS IoT an receiver Roboflow. Real-time plant growth predictor monitoring was implemented web...
This study presents a system framework by which cloud resources are utilized to analyze crop germination status in 2U CubeSat. research aims address the onboard computing constraints nanosatellite missions boost space agricultural practices. Through Espressif Simple Protocol for Network-on-Wireless (ESP-NOW) technology, communication between ESP-32 modules were established. The corresponding sensor readings and image data securely streamed through Amazon Web Service Internet of Things (AWS...
Certain missions require multiple mobile robots working together to accomplish it. There is a need, however, determine the optimal configuration of modular doing cooperative tasks ensure high utilization and efficiency rate individual robot. This study proposed use biosystem-inspired approach in assessing influence on each other performing pushing task. The kinematics interaction at single contact point was first discussed provide solid foundation mission be analyzed. Various dimensions an...
Unmanned aerial vehicle that is moving from one place to another needs have a real-time obstacle avoidance controller prevent collisions in the obstacles around it. In this paper, concept of artificial potential field proposed implement swarm quadrotors. This based on assumptions target and will introduce certain force direct robot its destination. The effectiveness method was tested computer simulation verified using real
In this paper a versatile and adaptive in-pipe robot is designed tested The existing problem of versatility adaptability in pipe inspection robots are addressed study. equipped with screw type assembly, which uniformly contracts retracts tri-arm assembly wheels connected to it. This mechanism ensures that the grips walls when arms expanded. dynamic model derived implemented proportional integral controller. can maintain vertical position by maintaining force exerted on system Simulations...
In response to addressing the issue of pipe quality checking, researchers developed an adaptive in-pipe inspection robot that is able detect rust as well map on network. The traversed in a network horizontal, vertical, elbow, and tee type with diameters 8, 10 12 inches for all. Hence, test features versatility, adaptability, robustness robot. leg expansion inspired by scissors mechanism. On other hand, detection was done through per pixel classification via image processing. To effectively...
In this paper a quantitative model was used to optimize the power output of hinged blade cross axis turbine using different configuration. With following parameters; number blades, length thickness blade, angle and foil shape. The data collected on actual experiments newly design built (RS/HTTP) River-flow simulator/ Hydrokinetic Turbine Testing Platform. artificial Neural Network Linear regression analysis are fitness function. order calculate combination resulting find result that gathered...
In this paper, a fuzzy logic controller was design and develop to control the temperature, relative humidity Carbon Dioxide (CO <inf xmlns:mml="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink">2</inf> ) inside prototype tomato growth chamber. The model automatically adjust parameters obtain optimum plant environment condition. chamber modeled using MATLAB tool box. research we (FLC) in order provide most suitable conditions for of might minimize energy consumption.
Dispatching goods is becoming more difficult to manage in the field of logistics due high demand for order shipments. This relative increasing popularity use e-commerce platforms among consumers, where delivery products required as compared buying physical stores. Dispatch management one critical components a supply chain since it covers coordination tasks stakeholders from warehouse up consumer’s doorstep. In this study, authors intend propose framework leveraging geographic information...
Abstract This paper presents the modelling and simulation of a six wheeled three body modular robot in MATLAB Simulink. The modules are modelled as an independent differential drive mobile robot. Velocity distance were measured using different configurations: two wheel, four wheel configuration. result was able to predict response configurations terms velocity with contact forces acting upon it.
Precise luffing of payload in mobile cranes is a crucial part material handling and safety industrial operations. Explosive ordnance disposal uses bomb robot to safely disable explosive devices at safe distance. This jib crane type with gripper as an end effector instead the typical suspension cable hook. The common challenge this arm/jib movement sensitivity respect tip-over stability body. directly influenced by constrained degree freedom. paper presents control strategy joint for such...
This research proposes a method in order to classify vehicles highly congested roads , robust technique for vehicle classification with low computational power must be used. So, proposed solution is embed an AKAZE feature matching extraction which ran artificial neural network will was used because it faster than SIFT. The features extracted from the algorithm grouped according type of where and placed Artificial Neural Network (ANN) training itself. results yielded good real-time Vehicle...
This paper presents a flocking and formation algorithm adapted from the behavior of cycling team or pelotons. Several multi agent applications require efficient positioning agents in static dynamic tasks. It was verified physically that an optimal distance peloton formation, take reduced drag due to inherent resistant characteristic formation. The said conditions were implemented swarm wheeled robots. Experiment results show between attained. shown adaptation artificial brought foraging...
Effects of the various ball mill operational grinding parameters for extracting microalgae were evaluated. This paper presents use MATLAB artificial neural network (ANN) optimizing and improving micro algae process configuration set-up particularly on Nannochloropsis sp. The input that was gathered, used analyse are critical speed, duration, material, diameter, jar load percentage ball-algae ratio. researcher determines amount protein in sample by using Bradford Protein Assay Analysis. A...
This paper presents the numerical simulation and analysis of torque performance a vertical hydrokinetic kinetic turbine flow fluid in prototype river simulator tank set up. An existing was modelled different location simulated to various depth, distance water velocity numerically analyze performance. Water at standard temperature 28°C, steady state with K-epsilon turbulence model used ANSYS CFX 16.0 for simulation. Stream lines, contour, pressure observed evaluated. The results were compare...
This paper presents a model base simulation of the carrying capacity in modular mobile robot with 10 modules different linear configuration. A MathWorks Simulink Simscape was used to simulate and identify response module numbers on configuration terms velocity distance. Each is modeled as differential drive forces acting upon it. propose symbiotic mathematical evaluate configurations. The whether number will be harmful, beneficial or no effect system. Simulation results shows that there an...
In this paper a fuzzy logic controller was design and develop to control the crane arm motor torque movement for lifting delicate objects. The model developed help automatically adjust its speed angle position carrying sensitive fragile load. will respond depending on object load size.
This paper presentsthe application of a symbiotic approachin modular mobile robot. characteristic behavior might help addressthe challengesin reconfigurable robotoperation. The general model symbiosisalgorithm will decide if the part is harmful or beneficial to performance task robotic systemthru carrying capacity. presented and implemented in this viamodel-baseddesign with aid MATLABSimulink using 6 wheeled robot 3 body identify capacity system.Carrying istranslated used as thedistance...
Vision - based road lane detection and reconstruction is a very common interest in the field of computer vision (CV). It has numerous application ranging from autonomous vehicle to driver assist support systems technology. These researches are always focusing on both accuracy complexity system's output; however, none these uses Macro Block (MB) method. This paper introduces characteristics MB method used for spatial subjected different environment conditions; size; function approximations.
In response to addressing the issue of pipe quality checking, researchers developed an adaptive in-pipe inspection robot that is able detect rust. The traversed in a network horizontal, vertical, elbow, and tee type with diameters 8, 10 12 inches for all. Hence, test features versatility, adaptability, robustness robot. As leg expansion robot, it inspired by scissors mechanism achieved using linked, folding supports crisscross pattern. this paper, traversing was supported both simulation...
Dispatching goods is becoming more difficult to manage in the field of logistics due high demand for order shipments. This related increasing popularity use e-commerce platforms by consumers, where products are required be delivered rather than being bought physical stores. Dispatch management one critical components a supply chain since it covers coordination tasks among stakeholders from warehouse consumer’s doorstep. In this study, authors propose framework leveraging geographic...