Autonomous Robots: Concepts and Applications
Senior Scale Lecturer, Government School of Mines, KGF- 563118, Karnataka India.
Review Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2021, 10(01), 453-458
Publication history:
Received on 05 April 2021 ; revised on 15 April 2021 ; accepted on 20 April 2021
Abstract:
Autonomous robots represent a transformative frontier in robotics, combining advanced sensing, artificial intelligence, and decision-making capabilities to operate independently in complex, dynamic environments. This paper provides a comprehensive exploration of autonomous robotics, examining the fundamental concepts that enable machines to perceive their surroundings, plan actions, and execute tasks without continuous human intervention. We begin by establishing the theoretical foundations of autonomy, including perception systems, localization and mapping, path planning algorithms, and decision-making architectures. The discussion progresses to examine key enabling technologies such as computer vision, machine learning, sensor fusion, and control systems that collectively empower robotic autonomy. The paper then surveys diverse application domains where autonomous robots are making significant impact, including industrial manufacturing, healthcare and surgery, agriculture, logistics and warehousing, autonomous vehicles, search and rescue operations, and space exploration. For each domain, we analyze specific use cases, technical requirements, and the benefits realized through autonomous operation. We address critical challenges facing the field, including safety and reliability concerns, ethical considerations, regulatory frameworks, and the technical limitations of current systems operating in unstructured environments.
Keywords:
Autonomous robots; Artificial intelligence; Machine learning; Computer vision; Sensor fusion; Path planning; Localization and mapping
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