EE 206A. Introduction to Robotics
Catalog Description: An introduction to the kinematics, dynamics, and control of robot manipulators, robotic vision, and sensing. The course will cover forward and inverse kinematics of serial chain manipulators, the manipulator Jacobian, force relations, dynamics and control-position, and force control. Proximity, tactile, and force sensing. Network modeling, stability, and fidelity in teleoperation and medical applications of robotics.
Units: 4
Prerequisites: 120 or equivalent, or consent of instructor.
Credit Restrictions: Students will receive no credit for 206A after taking C125/Bioengineering C125 or EE C106A
Formats:
Spring: 3 hours of lecture, 1 hour of discussion, and 3 hours of laboratory per week
Fall: 3 hours of lecture, 1 hour of discussion, and 3 hours of laboratory per week
Grading basis: letter
Final exam status: Written final exam conducted during the scheduled final exam period