: The modeling of forces and motion in complex robotic systems.

: Methods for pick-and-place operations and continuous-path operations.

The book focuses on the mathematical and mechanical foundations of robots like manipulators, walking machines, and machine tools. Key areas covered include:

is a textbook by Jorge Angeles that serves as a foundational guide for the design, control, and implementation of robot mechanical systems . It is widely used in graduate-level mechanical engineering and robotics courses. Core Content & Topics

: Forward and inverse kinematics for serial and parallel manipulators, including screw theory.