CS 5403Java, GUIs, and Visualization

Dr. Chaman Lal SabharwalProfessor

Contact information: Email: chaman@mst.edu

Fax: 573-341-4501 Phone: 573-341-6353

website: http://www.mst.edu/~chaman

Prerequisites A "C" or better in both Math 208 and Comp Sci 153. (Co-listed with Comp Eng

388 and Elec Eng 388). Textbook Introduction to Robotics analysis,

control, applicationsSaeed B. Niku

publisher JohnWiley Handouts are posted:

Blackboard: http://blackboard.mst.edu/

Software: Matlab

For Windows/Unix/Mac

What is a Robot? A programmable mechanical device

performs human tasks – physical and intelligent –

Through programmed motions Graphical User InterfaceMatlab for Simulations

What is Robotics?

Study of knowledge for designing robotsEmploying Robots in different environments:

Manufacturing, Space exploration,

Aiding the disabled, Entertainment.

They are programmed to do tasksThey are numerically controlled.

Interactive or Autonomous

Manipulator Function FundamentalsLink Frames

Linear Algebra Link parametersTransformations

Arm and Wrist ControlRobot Trajectory Planning

Class Format: Lectures and Live demos

Lectures will be broadcast via streaming video

Lectures will also archived in both audio and video format for later review.

Handouts and Exams will be posted on blackboard/website

I am available by phone, e-mail, and faxIf you have any questions, please contact

Email: chaman@mst.eduFax: 573-341-4501

Phone: 573-341-6353Check the blackboard for updates

Blackboard https://blackboard.mst.edu

Attend the letures regularly Listen for Learning

Learn by Hands on Experiments Experiment now to be Experts

Enjoy Robotics!!!Thank you !