Abstract:
A centrally controlled multi robot system would be used to transport objects from one place to another in a controlled environment. An overhead camera, connected to a base station, would be used to provide constant surveillance of the arena. The base station would use the information provided by the camera to instruct robots to lift and move objects. Encoders and Inertial Measurement Unit will be deployed on each robot to get feedback for linear and angular displacement respectively. At times a single robot fails to handle an object, multiple robots would work to maneuver the object.
This project is divided between two groups.
This group would focus on the robotic elements of the project such as:
Precise and accurate maneuvering of the robots.
The handling mechanism of the robot.
The control algorithms involved to balance the object.
Coordination between the robots when a single object would be lifted by multiple robots.
