This paper introduces a novel method for slip angle estimation based on visually observing the traces produced by the wheels of a robot on soft, deformable terrain. The proposed algorithm uses a robust Hough transform enhanced by fuzzy reasoning to estimate the angle of inclination of the wheel trace with respect to the vehicle reference frame. Any deviation of the wheel track from the planned ...

Open-loop position estimation methods are commonly used in mobile robot applications. Their strength lies in the speed and simplicity with which an estimated position is determined. However, these methods can lead to inaccurate or unreliable estimates. Two position estimation methods are developed in this paper, one using a single optical flow sensor and a second using two optical sensors. The ...

Due to complex and nonlinear dynamics of a braking process and complexity in the tire–road interaction, the control of automotive braking systems performance simultaneously with the wheel slip represents a challenging problem. The non-optimal wheel slip level during braking, causing inability to achieve the desired tire–road friction force strongly influences the braking distance. In addition, ...

A model-based control for fast autonomous four-wheel mobile robots on soft soils is developed. This control strategy takes into account slip and skid effects to extend the mobility over planar granular soils. Each wheel is independently actuated by an electric motor. The overall objective is to follow a path roughly at relatively high speed. Some results obtained in dynamic simulation are prese...

Modern concepts of electrified drive trains for off-road vehicles allow for some new possibilities for control strategies. When considering traction efficiency, the most controllable factor is wheel-slippage. Many existing slip control systems use a certain threshold value of slip as reference, for example for farm tractors, electrohydraulic hitch control system (EHC) controls the implement, wh...

The precise position control, of multi-motor electric vehicles (EVs) by generating the asymmetric pulse generation is presented. The energy saving algorithm is implemented in the power drain control of EV system to improve the electrical safety and slip control of electric vehicle. The acceleration and Deceleration of the electric vehicle for wheel slip control were analyzed using the parameter...

Skid‐steered mobile robots have been widely used in exploring unknown environments and in military applications. In this paper, the tuning fuzzy Vector Field Orientation (FVFO) feedback control method is proposed for a four track wheel skid‐steered mobile robot (4‐TW SSMR) using flexible fuzzy logic control (FLC). The extended Kalman filter is utilized to e...

1,2,3 B.E. Scholar BVCOE&RI Nashik(India) ABSTARCT Antiknock braking systems are used in modern cars to prevent the wheels from locking after brakes are applied. The dynamics of the controller needed for antiknock braking system depends on various factors. The vehicle model often is in nonlinear form. Controller demand to provide a controlled torque necessary to maintain optimum value of the wh...

Control of vehicle traction is of utmost importance in providing safety and obtaining desired vehicle motion in longitudinal and lateral vehicle control. Vehicle traction control systems can be designed to satisfy various objectives of a single vehicle system or a platoon of vehicles in an automated highway system, which include assuring ride quality and passenger comfort. Other objectives are ...

Surface mobility using wheeled mobile robots (Rovers) is one of the important technologies for lunar/planetary exploration missions. The rover in these missions significantly expands the exploration area and thus increases the scientific or programmatic return from the mission. These planetary exploration rovers are expected to travel long distances and perform complex tasks in order to fulfill...