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The feudal system was a hierarchical structure prevalent in medieval Europe, where land was exchanged for military service and labor. It established a rigid social order with kings at the top, followed by nobles, knights, and peasants, each bound by mutual obligations and allegiances.
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Configuration space is a mathematical framework used to describe all possible positions and orientations of a system, often utilized in robotics, physics, and computer graphics to analyze motion and constraints. It provides a high-dimensional space where each dimension corresponds to a degree of freedom in the system, enabling complex systems to be modeled and manipulated effectively.
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Pathfinding is the computational process of finding the shortest or most efficient route between two points, often used in AI, robotics, and video games to navigate through complex environments. It involves algorithms that consider various factors such as obstacles, terrain, and cost to determine optimal paths.
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Obstacle avoidance is a crucial aspect of autonomous systems, enabling them to navigate environments without collisions by detecting and responding to obstacles in real-time. This involves a combination of sensors, algorithms, and decision-making processes to ensure safe and efficient movement through dynamic and unpredictable surroundings.
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Kinematics is the branch of classical mechanics that describes the motion of objects without considering the forces that cause the motion. It focuses on parameters such as displacement, velocity, and acceleration to understand how objects move through space and time.
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Dynamics is the branch of physics that studies the forces and their effects on the motion of objects. It is essential for understanding how and why objects move, encompassing both kinematics and the forces that cause motion changes.
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Graph search algorithms are fundamental techniques used to explore and traverse graphs, which are data structures consisting of nodes and edges. They are crucial for solving problems like pathfinding, connectivity, and network flow, and include methods such as Depth-First Search and Breadth-First Search, each with unique properties and applications.
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Sampling-based algorithms are a class of algorithms used primarily in robotics and computer graphics for solving high-dimensional path planning problems. They work by randomly sampling the search space and constructing a graph or tree that approximates the solution space, making them particularly effective for complex, non-linear environments where traditional methods struggle.
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Optimization is the process of making a system, design, or decision as effective or functional as possible by adjusting variables to find the best possible solution within given constraints. It is widely used across various fields such as mathematics, engineering, economics, and computer science to enhance performance and efficiency.
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Collision detection is a computational problem that involves determining when two or more physical objects intersect or come into contact in a virtual environment. It is crucial in fields such as computer graphics, robotics, and video game development, where accurate and efficient detection ensures realistic interactions and prevents objects from unrealistically passing through each other.
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Trajectory planning is the process of determining a path or sequence of movements for an object or agent, ensuring it reaches its destination efficiently while avoiding obstacles. It is crucial in robotics, autonomous vehicles, and aerospace applications, where precise and safe navigation is essential.
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Trajectory prediction involves forecasting the future positions of moving objects based on their current and past states, often using mathematical models and algorithms. It is crucial in various fields such as autonomous driving, air traffic management, and robotics, where anticipating future movements is essential for planning and decision-making.
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Pose to Pose is an animation technique where key frames are planned and created first, followed by the interpolation of in-between frames to create smooth motion. This method allows for greater control over timing and structure, making it ideal for complex scenes and character animation.
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Pose-to-pose animation is a technique where key frames are drawn first to establish the major poses of a character or object, and then intermediate frames are filled in to create smooth transitions. This method allows for better control over timing and structure, ensuring that the animation follows a clear path and maintains consistency throughout the sequence.
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Nonholonomic constraints refer to constraints on the velocities of a mechanical system that cannot be integrated into position constraints, meaning they limit the system's motion without necessarily restricting its configuration space. These constraints are prevalent in robotics and vehicle dynamics, where they dictate feasible paths and maneuvers, often requiring specialized control strategies for navigation and planning.
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Robotic path planning is the computational process of determining an optimal path or trajectory for a robot to follow in order to complete a task efficiently and safely within a given environment. It involves navigating through obstacles, optimizing for criteria such as distance, time, or energy, and often requires real-time adjustments based on dynamic environmental changes.
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Nonholonomic systems are mechanical systems with constraints that depend on the path taken, rather than just the position, making them non-integrable. These systems are characterized by differential constraints that limit the velocities, leading to complex behavior in motion planning and control, such as in wheeled robots and rolling bodies.
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Cell decomposition is a method in computational geometry and robotics used to break down complex geometric shapes or spaces into simpler, manageable pieces called cells. This technique facilitates efficient path planning, motion planning, and spatial reasoning by simplifying the problem into smaller, solvable parts.
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Robotic manipulation involves the control and coordination of robotic systems to interact with and modify their environment, often mimicking human dexterity and adaptability. It is a multidisciplinary field that combines elements of mechanical engineering, computer science, and artificial intelligence to achieve precise and efficient object handling.
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Motor control systems are integral to the function of machinery and robotics, enabling precise control of motion and force through feedback mechanisms and control algorithms. They encompass a range of technologies and methodologies that ensure efficiency, accuracy, and adaptability in dynamic environments.
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Grasp planning is a critical aspect of robotics that involves determining the optimal way for a robot to pick up and manipulate objects, ensuring stability and precision. This process requires integrating sensory data, geometric reasoning, and control strategies to adapt to varying object shapes and environments.
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Acceleration control refers to the regulation and management of the rate of change of velocity in a system, ensuring optimal performance and safety. It is crucial in various applications, from automotive systems to robotics, where precise speed adjustments are necessary for efficiency and stability.
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Dexterous manipulation refers to the ability of a robotic system to handle and manipulate objects with precision and adaptability, akin to human hand movements. It involves complex coordination of sensors, actuators, and control algorithms to achieve tasks that require fine motor skills and dynamic interaction with the environment.
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Movement is a fundamental aspect of both physical and abstract processes, encompassing everything from the motion of objects in space to the progression of ideas and changes in states. Understanding movement requires analyzing the forces, motivations, and contexts that drive transitions and transformations across various domains.
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Articulated systems are mechanical structures composed of interconnected segments, allowing for complex movements and flexibility, often used in robotics and machinery to mimic biological motion. These systems are designed to achieve a high degree of freedom and precision, making them essential in applications requiring intricate manipulation and control.
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Robot control is like telling a toy robot what to do, so it can move and do tasks all by itself. It's like giving robots a brain that helps them listen to instructions and make smart choices.
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Trajectory learning is like watching how a toy car moves along a track and then trying to make another car follow the same path. It helps robots and computers learn how to do things by copying the movements they see, kind of like when you watch someone draw a picture and then you try to draw the same picture.
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Path following algorithms are like smart helpers that guide robots or cars to follow a specific path without getting lost. They use math and sensors to make sure everything moves smoothly and safely along the way.
The Rapidly-exploring Random Tree (RRT) is a highly efficient algorithm designed for searching high-dimensional spaces by incrementally building a tree that rapidly explores the space. It is particularly effective in path planning problems, where it can quickly find feasible paths in complex environments by randomly sampling the space and connecting these samples in a tree structure.
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