This course demonstrates the synergy between the control theory and robotics through applications and provides an in-depth coverage of control of manipulators and mobile robots. Topics include linearization, state space modeling and control of linear and nonlinear systems, feedback control, Lyapunov stability analysis of nonlinear control systems, set-point control, trajectory and motion control, compliance and force control, impedance control, adaptive robot control, robust control, and other advanced control topics. Course projects will emphasize simulation and practical implementation of control systems for robotic applications.
RBE 500 or equivalent, Linear algebra; Differential equations; Linear systems and control theory as in ECE 504 or consent of the instructor