Robot Grasping and Manipulation with ROS: Techniques and algorithms for enabling robots to grasp and manipulate objects

Robot Grasping and Manipulation with ROS is your essential guide to enabling robots to grasp and manipulate objects with precision using the Robot Operating System (ROS). This book offers a comprehensive approach to understanding and implementing the techniques and algorithms that allow robots to interact with and manipulate their environment effectively.

From the basics of robotic grasping to advanced manipulation strategies, this book covers a wide range of topics including kinematics, force control, and sensor integration. You'll learn how to develop and deploy algorithms that enable robots to detect, grasp, and manipulate various objects in real-world environments. Whether you're working with robotic arms, mobile robots, or industrial manipulators, this book will provide the knowledge you need to enhance your robot's dexterity and handling capabilities.

Using ROS, you'll explore how to integrate sensors such as cameras, force sensors, and tactile feedback into your robotic systems to improve accuracy and reliability. The book includes detailed code examples, practical tips, and step-by-step instructions to guide you through the development of both simple and complex grasping tasks, such as pick-and-place, assembly, and dynamic object manipulation.

By the end of Robot Grasping and Manipulation with ROS, you'll have the skills to develop advanced robotic systems capable of autonomously handling objects in diverse and challenging environments, making this book an indispensable resource for anyone working with robotics.