Intuitive solution for Robot Maze Problem using Image Processing

摘要

Path finding is an important problem in robot design and automation that requires quick error-free solutions that rely on external environment. Automated mobile robotic systems employ various techniques to determine the path that the robot needs to follow to reach the destination to perform its function. Path finding problems can utilize various algorithms to solve the problem. Sensor data can be used as a reference to determine the path to be followed from the start point to the destination. However, this technique is highly localized and does not provide the ability to make decisions by taking global constraints or conditions into consideration. Image processing techniques are employed extensively to provide a solution based on global conditions. The proposed method involves use of image processing to process the acquired image of the maze from a mounted camera system. The processing steps are used to provide steps which the robot can follow to reach from its current position to the final position. This project implements a universal algorithm to allow the robot to maneuver autonomously.