Northwestern University
Modern Robotics: Mechanics, Planning, and Control Specialization
Northwestern University

Modern Robotics: Mechanics, Planning, and Control Specialization

The most important concepts in modern robotics. A study of the kinematics, dynamics, motion planning, and control of mobile robots and robot arms.

Kevin Lynch

Instructor: Kevin Lynch

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Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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Specialization - 6 course series

Modern Robotics, Course 1: Foundations of Robot Motion

Course 124 hours4.7 (964 ratings)

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Modern Robotics, Course 2: Robot Kinematics

Course 218 hours4.9 (287 ratings)

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Modern Robotics, Course 3: Robot Dynamics

Course 321 hours4.7 (162 ratings)

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Kevin Lynch
Northwestern University
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