Robotics Potential Fields

Authors

Jordi Lucero, University of South Florida

Publication Year

2009

Abstract

This problem was to calculate the path a robot would take to navigate an obstacle field and get to its goal. Three obstacles were given as negative potential fields which the robot avoided, and a goal was given a positive potential field that attracted the robot. The robot decided each step based on its distance, angle, and influence from every object. After each step, the robot recalculated and determined its next step until it reached its goal. The robot's calculations and steps were simulated with Microsoft Excel.

Recommended Citation

Lucero, Jordi (2009) "Robotics Potential Fields," Undergraduate Journal of Mathematical Modeling: One + Two: Vol. 2: Iss. 1, Article 3.
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.5038/2326-3652.2.1.3
Available at: https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/ujmm/vol2/iss1/3

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