— Computation of a collision­free path for a movable object among obstacles is an important problem in the fields of robotics. In previous research we have introduced an evolutionary algorithm for a robot moving on a known map considering a 4­connected grid model, and we have obtained encouraging results. In this paper, we focus our attention on a more complex motion planning problem: An autono...

This paper presents a review of methods for collecting and analysing data on complex activities. Starting with methods developed for design, we examine the possibility to transpose them to other complex activities, especially activities referring to sensorial expertise.

www.meso.hr Introduction The traditional Croatian dry sausages are, in almost all cases, fermented sausages that undergo more or less prolonged process of smoking and drying–ripening before consumption. The most represented Croatian dry fermented sausage except for Slavonian Kulen is Slavonian homemade Sausage. Slavonian homemade Sausage is a traditional meat product from Eastern Croatia, Slavo...

Autonomous manipulation in semi-structured environments where human operators can interact is an increasingly common task in robotic applications. This paper describes an intelligent multi-sensorial approach that solves this issue by providing a multi-robotic platform with a high degree of autonomy and the capability to perform complex tasks. The proposed sensorial system is composed of a hybri...

We propose to define a volume around cognitive radio equipments, typically terminals, called the ”Sensorial Radio Bubble” or SRB, the diameter of which is at the scale of the sensing possibility of the equipment. The SRB gives communication equipments the ability to explore the radio environment in order to provide knowledge about the spatial and spectral environment, and some context awareness...

In this work we present the creation of a platform, along with an algorithm to evolve the learning of FLCs, especially aiming to the development of fuzzy controllers for mobile robot navigation. The structure has been proven on a Kephera robot. The conceptual aspects that sustain the work include topics such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), control advanced techniques, sensorial systems and mec...

3D virtual environments (VE) require an advanced user interface to fully express their information contents. New I/O devices enable the use of multiple sensorial channels (vision, hearing, touch, etc.) to increase the naturalness and the efficiency of complex interactions. Haptic and acoustic interfaces extend the effective experience of virtual reality to visually impaired users. For these use...

Vegetal products are generally characterized through a high level of sensitivity due to environmental factors and to the operations they are submitted to during their preparation. This leads to meaningful changes regarding vegetal products nutritional and sensorial characteristics. The prevention of such drawbacks can be made by introducing active compounds in their structure in order to protec...