📄️ Chapter 1: URDF for Robot Modeling
Welcome to Module 2, where we delve into the world of digital twins. Our journey begins with understanding how to describe a robot's physical structure and kinematics using the Unified Robot Description Format (URDF). URDF is an XML format used in ROS to describe all elements of a robot.
📄️ Chapter 2: Simulating with Gazebo
Building and testing physical robots can be expensive and time-consuming. This is where robot simulators come into play. A robot simulator allows you to test your robot's software and hardware designs in a virtual environment, saving time and resources. In this chapter, we will focus on Gazebo, one of the most widely used open-source robot simulators, especially within the ROS ecosystem.
📄️ Chapter 3: Unity Integration
While Gazebo excels in physics-accurate simulations, Unity offers unparalleled capabilities for high-fidelity visualization, complex environment creation, and interactive experiences. Unity, a powerful real-time 3D development platform, has become increasingly popular in robotics for creating sophisticated digital twins and HMI (Human-Machine Interface) applications.