Physical mobility on a multi-touch tabletop

• Main Author: Toh, Alvin Jun Yuan.
• Other Authors: Goh Wooi Boon
• Format: Final Year Project
• Language: English
• Published: 2012
• Subjects: DRNTU::Engineering::Computer science and engineering::Computer applications::Computers in other systems
• Online Access: http://hdl.handle.net/10356/48554
• Institution: Nanyang Technological University

The main purpose for the implementation of this project is to obtain an effective and efficient speed control on the mobility of a robotic navigating system. With an enhanced speed control, the robot will be able to navigate smoothly and speedily to its destination in the shortest time possible. This report will summarize the process delivery of implementing the project. As the mobility of the robot is affected by the light sensors and motors, researches are first carried out to find how light intensity can affect the speed control of the robot. Experiments will be carried out next to substantiate some of the research findings. The experiment results will then be analysed to determine the credibility of the research findings. Experimental data will also be used as comparisons to differentiate the experiment findings. Lastly, experiment limitations and performance measures of the robot will also be discussed. The report will conclude with the importance and validity of the experiment tests. A most ideal practical speed will be decided for the control of the robot’s mobility. Recommendations, as well as the possibility of future work will also be stated. Some of the varying factors in the experiment tests can be further improvised to improve in the navigation of the robot.