Expert Lecture “Introduction to Robot Kinematics”

Title: Expert Lecture on "Introduction to Robot Kinematics"

Date: 23rd November 2024

Time:

    Session 1: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

    Session 2: 01:00 PM onwards

Venue: Seminar Hall, 3rd Floor.

Speaker:

Mr. Chinmay Rohekar

Technical Head,

Luna Technologies Pvt. Ltd.,

Koparkhairane, Navi Mumbai

Objective:

The primary objective of the expert lecture was to provide an in-depth understanding of robotic kinematics, including the fundamental concepts, mathematical modeling, and real-world applications. It aimed to enhance students' knowledge of robotics, focusing on introductory kinematics concepts critical to their future studies and careers.

Summary of the Lecture:

    Session 1: Fundamentals of Robot Kinematics

Ø Introduction to Robotics: Components, types, and applications.

Ø Degree of Freedom (DOF): Explanation and real-world examples.

Ø Basics of Denavit-Hartenberg (D-H) Parameters: Simplifying kinematic modeling.

Ø Examples of DOF calculations for different robot configurations.

    Session 2: Forward Kinematics and Transformations

Ø Deriving the forward kinematics equations for a 2-DOF serial robot.

Ø Homogeneous transformation matrices: Representing rotation and translation.

Ø Practical examples to illustrate the application of kinematic equations.

Ø Real-world applications of robot kinematics in industries such as manufacturing and automation.

Key Takeaways

ü Students gained a comprehensive understanding of the foundational principles of robotic kinematics.

ü Practical insights into the role of DOF and D-H parameters in designing and analyzing robots.

ü Enhanced problem-solving skills through example problems and interactive discussions.

Conclusion:

The expert lecture by Mr. Chinmay Rohekar was highly successful in achieving its objectives. It provided students with valuable knowledge and inspired them to explore advanced topics in robotics.