Spatial Interception for Mobile Robots

Human based vision algorithms for interception of flying balls in one-dimension have been researched and studied. We develop new perceptual strategies for three-dimensional space that are robust and simple. Results from simulations show the feasibility of human vision algorithms for ball catching. This paper discusses the experimental validation of two perceptual algorithms: linear optical trajectory and the optical acceleration cancellation.

Authors

• Anthony Suluh
• Keshav Mundhra
• Thomas Sugar
• Michael McBeath

Keywords

• Mobile robots
• Acceleration
• Humans
• Projectiles
• Maintenance
• Motion detection
• Aerospace engineering
• Psychology
• Robustness
• Robust control
• Mobile Robot
• Linear Trajectory
• Straight Line
• Coordinate System
• Balloon
• Image Plane
• Imaging Center
• Unique Case
• Proportional Control
• Entire Task
• Optical Angle
• Ball Position
• Ball Trajectory