Robotic Technologies

About this course

This course explores the key technologies that enable modern robotic systems, focusing on embodiment, interaction, and advanced interfaces. Learners will study how different physical designs and human-centered technologies influence robot capabilities. The course provides insights into cutting-edge developments shaping next-generation robotics. This course is part of the "Robotics & Robots" Specialization. Contributors: Prof. Bruno Siciliano, University of Naples, Federico II (curator) Proff. Wolfram Burgard, Nuremberg Institute of Technology/Cyrill Stachniss, University of Bonn/ Giorgio Grisetti, Sapienza University of Rome; Elizabeth Croft, Monash University; Kensuke Harada, The University of Osaka; Cecilia Laschi, National University of Singapore; Jörn Malzahn/Torsten Bertram/Freia I. Muster, Dortmund University; Maud Marchal, INSA Rennes/ Claudio Pacchierotti, INRIA CNRS; Nicola Vitiello, Sant’Anna School of Advanced Studies, Pisa "A special mention goes to Mario Selvaggio for his tireless dedication to the project, interacting with all the lesson authors, ensuring consistency and soundness throughout, also in connection with the Springer Nature books supporting the MOOC course. His contribution to defining the problems posed at the end of the various lessons was crucial" - Bruno Siciliano