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Foundations of Path Planning in Autonomous Vehicles

  • Core concepts and key challenges in path planning
  • Use cases in autonomous driving and robotics
  • Analysis of conventional and contemporary planning methods

Graph-Based Path Planning Techniques

  • Introduction to A* and Dijkstra’s algorithms
  • Application of A* for grid-based pathfinding
  • Dynamic adaptations: D* and D* Lite for evolving environments

Sampling-Based Path Planning Techniques

  • Random sampling methods: RRT and RRT*
  • Techniques for path smoothing and refinement
  • Managing non-holonomic constraints

Optimization-Driven Path Planning

  • Defining path planning as an optimization challenge
  • Optimizing trajectories via nonlinear programming
  • Methods for gradient-based and gradient-free optimization

Learning-Based Path Planning

  • Utilizing Deep Reinforcement Learning (DRL) for path optimization
  • Blending DRL with established algorithms
  • Adaptive path planning powered by machine learning models

Navigating Dynamic and Uncertain Conditions

  • Reactive planning strategies for immediate response
  • Techniques for obstacle avoidance and predictive control
  • Integrating perception data for adaptive navigation

Assessment and Benchmarking of Path Planning Algorithms

  • Key metrics for path efficiency, safety, and computational load
  • Simulation and testing using ROS and Gazebo
  • Case study: Contrast between RRT* and D* in complex situations

Practical Examples and Industry Applications

  • Path planning solutions for autonomous delivery bots
  • Implementation in self-driving cars and UAVs
  • Capstone project: Building an adaptive path planner using RRT*

Requirements

  • Strong command of Python programming
  • Practical experience with robotic systems and control logic
  • Knowledge of autonomous vehicle technologies

Target Audience

  • Robotics engineers specializing in autonomous systems
  • AI researchers concentrating on path planning and navigation
  • Senior developers working on self-driving technology
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