Household robotics: autonomous devices for vacuuming and lawn mowing [Applications of control]

Abstract

Service robots are programmable automated or semiautomated mechanical devices designed to perform a specific service rather than a manufacturing function. Robots were initially used in the automation sector to handle repetitive and simple tasks reliably, with the objective of cost reduction per product. Along with the increased speed of embedded microcontrollers, the service robotic sector has started to grow. This article is focused on domestic robots for vacuuming and lawn mowing. Domestic robots for vacuuming and lawn mowing are mobile units that use autonomous mobile robotics technology