The goal TeamUR the Fourth project is to build autonomous robot, which
lives on a desk. The robot task is to prepare a map of the
desk using distance measuring sensors. The robot must be able to navigate
between obstacles and accurately identify its position on a
map. Available charging station will allow robot to recharge batteries
as needed.
The main difficulty is probably robot localization with inaccurate
sensors. This task has been analyzed and discussed widely in numerous
publications.
To find the best localization algorithm for the task, simulation
program is being developed.
First design shows similarities to Teamur
The Third but there is one major difference: distance measuring sensor will
be placed close to the floor, what will allow detect even low obstacles.
Please see short movie with robot
(262kB) structure.
