Microprocessors in Robotic and Manufacturing Systems (Hardcover, 1991 ed.)

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; Automatic Scheduling of the Newton-Euler Inverse Dynamics; Microprocessor-Based Controllers for Robotic Manipulators; Design Aspects of a Robot Coordinated by a Desktop Computer; Collision Strategies for Robotic Retreat and Resistance: Microprocessor Based Implementations; Microprocessor Based Intelligent Welding Systems; Microprocessors in Robotic/Machine Vison Computer-controlled Integrated Manufacturing Systems; Microcomputer Expert System Tools for Robotic and Manufacturing Operations. The reader can save considerable time in searching the scattered technical information on the application of microprocessors to industrial robots and flexible manufacturing systems. The professional can have readilyavailable a rich set of important analysis, design and operational results.