• Basics of sensor technology, control systems and control architectures in mobile machinery
• Basics and functions of data communication in mobile machinery (CAN bus, PROFIBUS, Ethernet, ...)
• Legal basis and framework conditions (SIL level, ...)
• Requirements for sensors when used in mobile machinery for different control tasks
• Introduction to machine learning methods and their application for the control of mobile machinery
• Overview of current research and developments in the field of agricultural robotics
• Practical implementation of the lecture content by working on a task in the associated exercise
• The results of the task are summarized in a short report as preliminary work for the examination.

Learning objectives:

Students learn the theoretical basics of data communication and the architecture of control systems in mobile machines. Furthermore, they will be able to identify influences and framework conditions in use and derive practical and legal requirements for sensors and control systems. Students learn about machine learning methods for control and regulation tasks in mobile machinery as well as their structure and the handling of training data. After participating in the exercise, they will be able to implement, train and validate a control system for a task.

Recommendations:
Basic knowledge of electrical engineering and computer science is recommended. Initial programming skills, preferably in Python, are necessary. The number of participants is limited as hardware will be provided for the exercise. Prior registration is required, details will be announced on the website of the Institute of Vehicle Systems Engineering / Mobile Machinery Division. If the number of registrations exceeds capacity, a selection will be made among all interested parties according to qualification.

Time required

Attendance time 21h
Self-study time 92h

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