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Table 1 Predefined domains for components in a robotic system

From: A development cycle for automated self-exploration of robot behaviors

Name

Symbol

Description

Software

\(\mathcal {S}\)

Software components which are, individually or in combination, used to interface and control a robotic system

Computational

\(\mathcal {P}\)

Physical entities which represent computational resources and the communication infrastructure

Mechanics

\(\mathcal {M}\)

Components required to establish a mechanical structure / kinematic design of a robotic system

Electronics

\(\mathcal {E}\)

Electronic devices including sensors, actuators, power supplies and supply lines

Assembly

\(\mathcal {A}\)

Composite components comprised of any set of components of the previously mentioned domains