Robot Industry Glossary

A mathematical transform used in discrete-time control system analysis and design for digital robot controllers.

A point on the ground where the net moment of gravitational and inertial forces has no horizontal component; a key stability criterion for walking robots.

The robot configuration where all joint angles are zero, defined by the kinematic model convention (often fully extended).

A low-power, low-data-rate wireless protocol used in sensor networks and swarm robotics for inter-robot communication.

A defined spatial region around a robot with specific safety rules, such as reduced speed, warning, or stop zones, monitored by sensors.

The use of area scanners, light curtains, or vision systems to detect intrusion into predefined safety zones around a robot.