Swarm Robotics

An introduction to mobile robotics spanning locomotion, wheel kinematics, sensors for navigation, perception, feature extraction, localization algorithms, and motion planning. A foundational reference for engineers working with wheeled and legged robots.

Roland Siegwart,Illah R. Nourbakhsh

A PhD thesis covering soft robotic systems: design principles, flexible materials, actuation technologies, control strategies, and real-world applications in medical and industrial contexts. A rigorous academic treatment of a fast-growing field.

Silvia Terrile