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Books in Robotics and autonomous systems

  • Autonomous Vehicle Safety Solutions

    Foundations, Technologies, and Prospects for the Future
    • 1st Edition
    • July 1, 2026
    • Aparna Kumari
    • English
    Autonomous Vehicle Safety Solutions: Foundations, Technologies, and Prospects for the Future addresses the dynamically evolving state of the art that traverses and brings together automotive engineering, electronics engineering, and computer science. Its technical overview of smart vehicles' capabilities, propelled by headway in artificial intelligence and sensor technologies, enables in-depth understanding of the safety-assurance complexities that guide their design and operation.The comprehensive volume distinguishes itself for its treatment of several exciting, emerging opportunities and trends, including machine learning algorithms, V2X connectivity, and cybersecurity. Up-to-date applications are featured through practical examples and expert insights, bringing additional value to a discourse which underscores the critical need for ongoing safety advancements and adaptability in the fast-moving context of autonomous driving systems, with their related implications on sustainability and society as a whole.The outcome is a cornerstone resource for academia and industry alike that encourages further transformative, interdisciplinary investigations to bring safety solutions to maturity and subsequent rigorous testing for validation standards to be defined, thus realizing, in a future not distant from now, a scenario where self-driving vehicles can co-exist seamlessly with traditional modes of transportation and also integrate reliably, efficiently, and without risks within the larger infrastructure.

  • Wearable Sensing and Assistive Devices for Robotic Rehabilitation

    • 1st Edition
    • April 1, 2026
    • Wei Meng + 4 more
    • English
    Wearable Sensing and Assistive Devices for Robotic Rehabilitation provides an overview of current research and developments in the field of innovative technologies for advanced wearable sensing and assistive devices in medical rehabilitation. The book presents a systematic investigation into the wearable acquisition and deep learning-based processing of biological signals and applications with wearable robotic devices. It provides fundamental bio-mechatronics engineering knowledge to analyze and design new wearable sensing and assistive devices.In addition, the book includes human wearable sensors design and development, biological signals acquisition and processing, brain-computer interface and neuromuscular interfaces, wearable exoskeleton and soft robotic devices, and human-centered interactive robot control.

  • Modeling, Dynamics and Control approaches for Modern Robotics

    • 1st Edition
    • January 29, 2026
    • Ahmad Taher Azar + 1 more
    • English
    Modeling, Dynamics and Control approaches for Modern Robotics explores and investigates various theoretical and practical principles related to modeling, dynamics, and control in robotics. The objective is to enhance the understanding and development of robotic systems by applying these principles. Through accurate representations of robot kinematics and dynamics, researchers aim to effectively analyze and predict robot behavior. This title focuses on designing algorithms and control strategies for precise and efficient robotic system management.Additiona... the book delves into sensory feedback and perception systems for robots, advancements in autonomous vehicles, industrial automation, humanoid robots, and medical robotics, showcasing the integration of technology and computing power in modern applications. The study of control approaches and the development of optimized performance schemes are highlighted, demonstrating the significance of stability and adaptive response in changing environments. This comprehensive examination underscores the evolution and complexity of robotic systems, emphasizing their growing role in various sectors.

  • Video Health Monitoring in Hospitals

    • 1st Edition
    • December 3, 2025
    • Wenjin Wang + 3 more
    • English
    Video Health Monitoring in Hospitals discusses the emergence of camera-based, contactless physiological measurement as a groundbreaking solution in healthcare monitoring. The book highlights the technology's non-invasiveness, capacity for continuous and long-term monitoring, and its ability to capture not only vital signs but also contextual information and behaviors. A unique aspect of this book is its rich set of compelling healthcare applications that will attract broader audiences (including researchers, engineers, clinicians, and students) from multidisciplinary fields.Finally, the book discusses the role of artificial intelligence in enhancing healthcare applications and aims to engage the healthcare industry in adopting this innovative approach to improve patient care and outcomes.

  • Human-Machine interfaces in Medical Robotics

    • 1st Edition
    • November 14, 2025
    • Yanpei Huang + 6 more
    • English
    Human-Machine Interfaces in Medical Robotics presents essential and advanced information on developing intuitive human-machine interfaces (HMI) for robotic surgery and rehabilitation. This book provides extensive coverage of multidisciplinary information needed to develop efficient HMI, discussing core technologies of the field, including hand-free control strategies, sensory feedback, data-driven approaches, human-robot shared control, autonomous control, human motor adaption, training, and learning.Arranged in three parts, including interfaces in medical robotics, intelligent machines, and human users, this book provides potential solutions to open questions like what the optimal interface and efficient interaction mode is to facilitate a surgeon’s operation, a patient’s motor control, or human augmentation.

  • Medical Robotics and Intelligent Healthcare Technologies

    AI Applications to Improve Healthcare in Developing Countries
    • 1st Edition
    • October 13, 2025
    • Jacky Baltes + 3 more
    • English
    Medical Robotics and Intelligent Healthcare Technologies: AI Applications to Improve Healthcare in Developing Countries is an essential reference for professionals and researchers in fields such as biomedical engineering, health informatics, bioelectronics, medical electronics, physiology, and robotics. This book presents the latest advancements in AI and machine learning-based robotics applications, enabling readers to quickly grasp effective methods and compare various approaches. Addressing critical research areas that directly impact human life and health fills a significant market gap, providing valuable insights into AI, deep learning, machine learning, and big data analytics methods as they relate to emerging robotics research models in the biomedical and healthcare domains.It offers a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, themes, and tools in medical robotics, IoT-based applications, edge computing, and artificial intelligence. With a specific focus on developing countries, this book catalyzes healthcare progress by showcasing the potential of medical robotics and intelligent healthcare technologies. It aims to empower researchers and practitioners to harness these state-of-the-art technologies to improve healthcare systems worldwide.

  • Motion Control of Soft Robots

    • 1st Edition
    • July 30, 2025
    • Wenyu Liang + 3 more
    • English
    Motion Control of Soft Robots provides an overview of the general concepts and most recent technological updates in soft robot motion control. The book provides systematic coverage of theoretical and practical aspects in system modeling and motion control strategies, presenting novel ideas, methods, and future outlook related to motion control of soft actuators and robots, including model-based control, model-free control, and bioinspired control. This book is useful for researchers, engineers, and students of robotics who can expect to learn how to design and implement various techniques to obtain solutions to control problems in soft robot control and nonlinear system control.

  • Tactile Robotics

    • 1st Edition
    • June 20, 2025
    • Qiang Li
    • English
    Tactile Robotics structures and unifies the information processing of tactile data—not only for extracting object property but also for controller computation. This book systematically introduces tactile sensors, perception, and control, providing readers with no prior background with a better sense and knowledge of robotics and machine learning and helping users understand the concept of tactile robots and their various applications for use in real-world scenarios.

  • Necrobotics for Healthcare Applications and Management

    • 1st Edition
    • February 28, 2025
    • Hemachandran Kannan + 4 more
    • English
    Necrobotics for Healthcare Applications and Management delves into the emerging area of necrobotics and its implications for healthcare. Exploring the convergence of robotics, technology, and healthcare, the book presents leading-edge research, practical implementations, and ethical considerations. It bridges a significant gap in healthcare literature, furnishing a contemporary and comprehensive perspective on necrobotics. Highlighting its distinct applications, management nuances, and ethical dimensions in the domain of medical robotics, the book equips readers with an in-depth grasp of this evolving field. It offers insights into technological intricacies, practical utilization, and ethical guidelines. Through real-world case studies and exemplar practices, it vividly demonstrates successful necrobotics deployments while addressing integration challenges. The book facilitates adept navigation of necrobotics complexities, spur innovation, enhance patient outcomes, and contribute to healthcare evolution. Catering to the distinct information requisites and daily obstacles encountered by engineers, healthcare practitioners, and researchers, the book offers extensive insights into necrobotics technologies, real-life case studies, and ethical reflections. It stands as a valuable resource for individuals striving to harness necrobotics' potential for efficacious healthcare solutions.

  • Biomedical Robots and Devices in Healthcare

    Opportunities and Challenges for Future Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • November 14, 2024
    • Faiz Iqbal + 3 more
    • English
    Biomedical Robots and Devices in Healthcare: Opportunities and Challenges for Future Applications explores recent advances and challenges involved in using these techniques in healthcare and biomedical engineering, offering insights and guidance to researchers, professionals, and graduate students interested in this area. The book covers key topics such as the current state-of-the-art in biomedical robotics and devices, the role of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning, rehabilitation robotics, and the optimization techniques for optimal design and control. The book concludes by exploring the potential future developments and trends in the field of biomedical robotics and devices and their healthcare implications.