RBE Robotics Tutorial
Xiang Zhang
Foundations of Robotics: Denavit-Hartenberg Model for Manipulator Forward Kinematics
September 13th, 2023
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location: Unity Hall room 520
Abstract: Forward kinematics is a crucial concept in robot manipulators, determining the end effector's position based on joint parameters. The Denavit-Hartenberg (DH) model provides a systematic framework for representing and calculating these transformations, simplifying complex manipulator geometry. This talk will discussion about the fundamental role of forward kinematics and the utilization of the DH model for analyzing and modeling robotic manipulators.
Bio: Dr. Xiang(Kevin) Zhang received his PhD from Center for Intelligent Systems, Control, and Robotics (CISCOR) Lab at FAMU-FSU College of Engineering in 2022, where he studied mobile robotics and motion planning. Following the completion of his PhD, he assumed the role of adjunct teaching faculty at the Department of Mechanical Engineering within the same college. Prior to this, he pursued his bachelor’s in 2016 at Anhui University of Technology in China, followed by his Master’s in Mechanical Engineering at FAMU-FSU College of Engineering in 2018. His research interests include Mobile robotics, Mechanical design and STEM education.