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Hot Topic ROBOTICS SUMMIT SESSIONS Intelligent Toolbox Control Using LabVIEW Control techniques that use artificial intelligence computational methods, such as neural networks, fuzzy logic, and genetic algorithms, can be classified as intelligent control, a branch of control theory that is quickly growing. Learn about this technique and its real-world applications. Dr. Pedro Ponce-Cruz, Professor, How Virginia Tech and TORC Technologies Won Third Place in the DARPA Urban Challenge Learn how team Victor Tango collaborated with TORC Technologies to design and create an unmanned vehicle using the LabVIEW FPGA, LabVIEW Real-Time, and LabVIEW Control Design and Simulation modules with CompactRIO hardware. Also view a set of LabVIEW tools for Joint Architecture for Unmanned Systems (JAUS) created by TORC for vehicle subsystem communications. Dr. Al Wicks, Associate Professor, Virginia Tech Tecnológico de Monterrey Tuesday, August 5 3:30 – 4:00 p.m. Room 15 Tuesday, August 5 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Room 15 Kalman Filter and Repetitive Control for Mechatronic Systems Sensing Rich Approaches to the Design and Operation of Mechatronic Systems Explore the use of LabVIEW software and NI hardware to design and control robotic systems with extended sensing and vision capabilities. Learn about a novel kinematic Kalman filter design for an NSK two-link robot, precision motion control of wafer scanners from Nikon Research, and an intelligent power assist for steering. Dr. Masayoshi Tomizuka, Cheryl and John Neerhout, Jr., Distinguished Professor, University of California, Berkeley Explore the benefits of applying a Kalman filter to a mechatronic system and how it enhances the performance due to the limited resolution of standard encoders. Also learn how repetitive control and a subclass of interactive learning control is beneficial in a subset of robotics applications. Dr. George Anwar, Principal, Integrated Motions Inc. Tuesday, August 5 4:00 – 4:30 p.m. Room 15 Tuesday, August 5 2:15 – 2:45 p.m. Room 15 Identifying the Optimum Solution for Intelligent Motion Control Applications Discover the different architectures of motion systems programmed with LabVIEW including PC-based systems Design of an Autonomous Robot Platform Using LabVIEW, ADI Blackfin, and an iRobot Learn how one company developed an untethered, autonomous robot programmed with the NI LabVIEW Embedded Module for ADI Blackfin Processors. Erik Goethert, Design Engineer, Boston Engineering using PCI and PXI motion controllers, customized systems using FPGAs, and NI CompactRIO. Also explore decentralized motion systems programmed in LabVIEW using the maxon motors EPOS motion controllers, and view a demonstration on how decentralized intelligence eases system integration. Dr. Urs Kafader, Technical Director, maxon motors Tuesday, August 5 2:45 – 3:15 p.m. Room 15 Tuesday, August 5 4:45 – 5:15 p.m. Room 15 17

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Program Contents CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS Letter from Dr. James Truchard Keynote Presentations Conference Information Evening Activities Networking Activities Must-See and Hands-On Sessions TECHNICAL SUMMITS RF and Wireless Communications Summit Robotics Summit Sound and Vibration Summit Vision Summit SEASON GUIDE Embedded Design Track Industrial and Automation Track Software Development Techniques Track Test and Data Acquisition Track SPECIAL EVENTS Medical Device Workshop Training and Certification IEEE Wireless Hive Networks Conference Graphical System Design Achievement Awards EXHIBITION AND SPONSORS Exhibition Hall Floor Map National Instruments Product Showcase Pavilions Technology Theater Exhibitors Sponsors

NI Week 2008 Conference Program

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