Production systems are becoming more flexible and agile to realize the need for more
individualized products. Robotics technology can accomplish these demands, but …

In robotics, simulation has become an essential tool for research, education, and design
purposes. Various software tools for mobile robot simulation have been developed and have …

Socially Assistive Robots (SARs) have successfully been used in various types of health
therapies as non-pharmacological interventions. A SAR called EVA (Embodied Voice …

This paper summarizes background fundamentals of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) as
related to terminology and diverse applications. This information is followed by a discussion …

In robotics, a reliable simulation tool is an important design and test resource because the
performance of algorithms is evaluated before being implemented in real mobile robots. The …

The use of software simulators has a long tradition in robotics, allowing the rapid prototy**
of behaviors thus saving time and cost. In recent years there has been an increased interest …

This paper presents the process of identification, from a macroscopic point of view, of the
Northrop Grumman RQ-4A Global Hawk Remote-Piloted Aircraft System from real, but …

The aim of this thesis study is to investigate the potential advantages of utilizing Industry 4.0
drivers that have an increased publicity in the manufacturing or service industries. Diverse …

Simulation is an indispensable technology within robotics; however, the reality gap prevents
many simulated solutions from transferring perfectly to reality. This thesis investigates the …

Robots are very complex systems requiring intensive testing before being released as final
products on the market. Moreover, due to the fast pace of robotics technological …