Game development tools for simulating robots and creating interactive learning experiences

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Cubero, Samuel N. and Billingsley, John. 2015. "Game development tools for simulating robots and creating interactive learning experiences." Billingsley, John and Brett, Peter (ed.) Machine vision and mechatronics in practice. Heidelberg, Germany. Springer. pp. 113-134
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Game development tools for simulating robots and creating interactive learning experiences

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ERA Publisher ID3337
Book TitleMachine vision and mechatronics in practice
AuthorsCubero, Samuel N. (Author) and Billingsley, John (Author)
EditorsBillingsley, John and Brett, Peter
Page Range113-134
Chapter Number11
Number of Pages22
Year2015
PublisherSpringer
Place of PublicationHeidelberg, Germany
ISBN9783662455135
9783662455142
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-662-45514-2_11
Abstract

There are several different ways to create and control virtual 3D (three-dimensional) models of robots, however, most of these methods can only be implemented or understood by experts with years of extensive experience in 3D graphics programming, 3D mathematics and a plethora of advanced skills in the areas of solid modelling and 3D animation. This paper presents a brief history and summary of the state-of-the-art in 3D game development tools and technologies which can be used to develop realistic looking graphics for developing user interfaces and robot control programming tools. It also presents a simple and easy-to-learn kinematic modelling and 3D simulation process using a 4 degree of freedom (4-dof) articulated robot leg for an amphibious walking and swimming robot that is currently being designed by the authors. This 4-dof robot leg will be used as an example or case study to demonstrate an effective method for motion control, animation and simulation. Also described are popular software tools and essential skills needed to create a simple 3D simulation program. The source code of the 3D simulation software for the 4-dof robot leg is listed and described to help readers apply such methods to other robot designs, devices and complex machinery.

Keywordssimulation; kinematics; robot; 3D; game; gamification; higher education research
ANZSRC Field of Research 2020460399. Computer vision and multimedia computation not elsewhere classified
460702. Computer graphics
460299. Artificial intelligence not elsewhere classified
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School of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
Journal TitleMachine Vision and Mechatronics in Practice
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Billingsley, John. 2006. "Some machine vision applications in agriculture." Gonzalez, Dante Jorge Dorantes (ed.) 10th International Conference on Mechatronics Technology (ICMT 2006). Mexico City 20 - 24 Nov 2006 Mexico.
Viewpoint
Billingsley, John. 2006. "Viewpoint." Sensor Review. 26 (4), pp. 261-261.
Machine vision applications in agriculture
Billingsley, John. 2005. "Machine vision applications in agriculture." Shamsudin, H. M. Amin (ed.) 9th International Conference on Mechatronics Technology. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 05 - 07 Dec 2005 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Essentials of mechatronics
Billingsley, John. 2006. Essentials of mechatronics. United States. John Wiley & Sons.
The role of native rodents in seed dispersal and seed predation of the Bunya Pine (Araucaria bidwillii)
Smith, I. R., Withers, Kerry and Billingsley, John. 2005. "The role of native rodents in seed dispersal and seed predation of the Bunya Pine (Araucaria bidwillii)." Cree, Alison (ed.) 22nd Annual Conference of the Australian and New Zealand Society for Comparative Physiology and Biochemistry (ANZSCPB 2005). Dunedin, New Zealand 09 - 11 Dec 2005 New Zealand.
Application of machine vision technology to identification of oestrous in the Julia Creek dunnart (Sminthopsis douglasi)
Bjursell, A., Dunn, M., Withers, K., Senior, G., Lundie-Jenkins, G. and Billingsley, J.. 2005. "Application of machine vision technology to identification of oestrous in the Julia Creek dunnart (Sminthopsis douglasi)." Cree, Alison (ed.) 22nd Annual Conference of the Australian and New Zealand Society for Comparative Physiology and Biochemistry (ANZSCPB 2005). Dunedin, New Zealand 09 - 11 Dec 2005 New Zealand.
The steering of trailed implements for tractor path tracking
Ong, Clement and Billingsley, John. 2003. "The steering of trailed implements for tractor path tracking." Billingsley, John (ed.) 10th Annual Conference on Mechatronics and Machine Vision in Practice (MViP 2003). Perth, Australia 09 - 11 Dec 2003 Taunton, England.
Machine vision classification of animals
Dunn, Mark, Billingsley, John and Finch, Neal. 2003. "Machine vision classification of animals." Billingsley, John (ed.) 10th Annual Conference on Mechatronics and Machine Vision in Practice (MViP 2003). Perth, Australia 09 - 11 Dec 2003 Research Studies Press.
Teaching mechatronics principles using laboratory classes
Billingsley, John and Dunlop, Reg. 2003. "Teaching mechatronics principles using laboratory classes." Billingsley, John (ed.) 10th Annual Conference on Mechatronics and Machine Vision in Practice (MViP 2003). Perth, Australia 09 - 11 Dec 2003 Taunton, England.
Unusual vision - machine vision applications at the NCEA
Billingsley, John and Dunn, Mark. 2005. "Unusual vision - machine vision applications at the NCEA." Sensor Review. 25 (3), pp. 202-208. https://doi.org/10.1108/02602280510606480
Torpor in the carnivorous marsupial Sminthopsis macroura: effects of food quality and food quantity
Withers, Kerry W., White, Debra H. and Billingsley, John. 2000. "Torpor in the carnivorous marsupial Sminthopsis macroura: effects of food quality and food quantity." Heldmaier, Gerhard, Klingenspor, Martin and Klaus, Susanne (ed.) 11th International Hibernation Symposium. Jungholz, Austria 13 - 18 Aug 2000 Berlin, Germany.