Abstract
Recent results on the development of a navigation system for a smart wheelchair are presented in this paper. In order to reduce the development cost, a modular solution is designed by using commercial and low cost devices. The functionalities of the tracking control system are described. Experimental results of the proposed assistive system are also presented and discussed.
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Andrea, B., Sauro, L., Andrea, M. et al. Navigation system for a smart wheelchair. J. Zheijang Univ.-Sci. A 6, 110–117 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1631/BF02847974
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