A Solution to the Two-Dimensional Findpath Problem

Vanualailai, Jito and Ha, J. and Nakagiri, S. (1998) A Solution to the Two-Dimensional Findpath Problem. An International Journal of Dynamical Systems, 13 (4). pp. 373-401. ISSN 1468-9367

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Abstract

The 'findpath problem ', a well-known problem in robotics, is the problem of finding a path for a moving solid among other solid obstacles. In this paper, a solution is
proposed for the two-dimensional case where two point masses are required to move to designated areas or targets located in the horizontal plane while avoiding moving or
stationary planar objects. The main tool used to solve the problem is the 'second or direct method of Liapunov', a powerful mathematical tool usually associated with the stability analysis of nonlinear systems. The theory developed from solving the two-dimensional findpath problem is then applied to the problem of cooperation between two planar robot arms. Computer simulations show the effectiveness of the proposed method.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Subjects:	Q Science > QA Mathematics T Technology > T Technology (General)
Divisions:	Faculty of Science, Technology and Environment (FSTE) > School of Computing, Information and Mathematical Sciences
Depositing User:	Jito Vanualailai
Date Deposited:	26 Aug 2013 21:11
Last Modified:	26 Aug 2013 21:11
URI:	https://repository.usp.ac.fj/id/eprint/6321

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