Using humanoid robots to study human behavior

Our understanding of human behavior advances as our humanoid robotics work progresses-and vice versa. This team's work focuses on trajectory formation and planning, learning from demonstration, oculomotor control and interactive behaviors. They are programming robotic behavior based on how we humans “program” behavior in-or train-each other

ディープラーニングを用いた視覚運動学習による適応的な描画行為

早大学位記番号:新7963早稲田大

Enabling Semi-Autonomous Manipulation on iRobot\u27s PackBot

Our project integrates the OpenRAVE motion-planner and simulator with iRobot’s PackBot for increased autonomy. Because situations where PackBots are deployed tend to be dangerous and chaotic, reducing operator workload through autonomous behavior is a major design goal for iRobot. We demonstrate our system by incorporating a three-dimensional vision sensor, recognizing obstacles and cylinders, and enabling click-to-grasp functionality for detected cylinders. Because operating PackBot’s manipulator requires skill and attention, our system could lead to a valuable addition to PackBot’s operating system

Proceedings of the 4th field robot event 2006, Stuttgart/Hohenheim, Germany, 23-24th June 2006

Zeer uitgebreid verslag van het 4e Fieldrobotevent, dat gehouden werd op 23 en 24 juni 2006 in Stuttgart/Hohenhei

Custom Autonomous Robotic Painter

Today humans out perform robots in problem solving, adaptability, and creativity. The goal of this project was to bridge the gap between robotic and human capabilities through the development of an autonomous painting robot. The custom design of the mechanics, electronics, and software allowed for a versatile solution. Image decomposition techniques were used to break down input images into feature areas that were reconstructed by the robot. Vision feedback was also performed during the painting process to apply corrections to the artwork dynamically. Understanding the motions undertaken by painters and replicating it in a robotic platform can revolutionize the art form, contribute to the scientific advancement of robotic capabilities, and reduce the workload needed to construct paintings