Abstract
We present a novel hybrid communication system
for modular robots, based on inter-module buses that can connect
on-demand to form arbitrary network topologies.
In addition to describing the implementation of this hybrid
communication system, we analyse transfer rates and reliability,
validating the results using a Spice 1 simulation and a proof-ofconcept
experiment performed on a hardware prototype.
Thus, we find the system is fast, since it has a potential to
provide a maximum transfer rate of 9.9Mbps divided by the
maximum bus length measured in meters, with buses as large
as 256 modules. The system is also found to be small in size,
power saving and reliable. These features, in combination with
its flexibility, make hybrid communication suitable for modular
robots.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Proceedings of the International Conference on Robot Communication and Coordination |
| Publication date | 2007 |
| Publication status | Published - 2007 |
| Externally published | Yes |
| Event | 1st International Conference on Robot Communication and Coordination - Athens, Greece Duration: 15 Oct 2007 → 17 Oct 2007 Conference number: 1 http://robocomm.org/2007/ |
Conference
| Conference | 1st International Conference on Robot Communication and Coordination |
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| Number | 1 |
| Country/Territory | Greece |
| City | Athens |
| Period | 15/10/2007 → 17/10/2007 |
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