ELT3180 Robotics Vision Systems

Advanced · 1 credit · TMT - Trades, Manufacturing and Transportation

Description: Students examine various types of vision in a programmable robotics system.
Prerequisite: ELT2170: Robotics Sensor 2
Parameters: Access to a programmable robotics system with data acquisition and manipulation capabilities and passive or active vision sensor input.

Outcomes The student will:

1 describe the difference between active and passive vision sensors
- 1.1 describe the difference in vision types in robotics systems including:
  - 1.1.1 differentiate between active and passive vision
  - 1.1.2 describe at least three types of passive vision
  - 1.1.3 describe at least three types of active vision
- 1.2 describe how each of the following could be used in a robotics vision system:
  - 1.2.1 presence or absence of light
  - 1.2.2 light intensity
  - 1.2.3 night vision capabilities
  - 1.2.4 distance away from an object
2 identify and describe how global positioning can be used for vision
- 2.1 describe global positioning
- 2.2 describe how the following devices are used to track locations:
  - 2.2.1 compass sensor
  - 2.2.2 motor feedback
  - 2.2.3 gyroscopic sensor
- 2.3 describe a strategy for using global positioning systems (GPS) for robotics vision where actual GPS is used
3 identify and describe methodologies for object recognition
- 3.1 describe how a simulated GPS system can be integrated with visual sensors to allow a robotics system to navigate using:
  - 3.1.1 shape
  - 3.1.2 colour
  - 3.1.3 heat signature
4 identify and describe methods for object avoidance
- 4.1 utilize robot footprint requirements to identify and describe object avoidance strategies including:
  - 4.1.1 barriers
  - 4.1.2 hazards
  - 4.1.3 environment
5 design, build and program a passive vision robotics system
- 5.1 solve a design problem and build a programmed robotics system incorporating the solution
- 5.2 design, build and program a robotics system that uses at least two different passive vision devices to accomplish a specific task; the robotics system must have an interaction between inputs and outputs
6 design, build and program an active vision robotics system
- 6.1 design, build and program a robotics system that uses at least one active vision device to accomplish a specified task; the robotics system must use the active vision device to interact with the environment
7 demonstrate established laboratory procedures and safe work practices
- 7.1 identify and follow laboratory safety procedures
- 7.2 be aware of potential damage to robotics systems due to voltage and current conditions
- 7.3 demonstrate proper safety procedures while working with robotics systems
8 demonstrate basic competencies
- 8.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
  - 8.1.1 communicate
  - 8.1.2 manage information
  - 8.1.3 use numbers
  - 8.1.4 think and solve problems
- 8.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
  - 8.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
  - 8.2.2 be responsible
  - 8.2.3 be adaptable
  - 8.2.4 learn continuously
  - 8.2.5 work safely
- 8.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
  - 8.3.1 work with others
  - 8.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
9 create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
- 9.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
- 9.2 identify steps to achieve goals