Uncertainty Minimization in Robotic 3D Mapping Systems Operating in Dynamic Large-Scale Environments

This dissertation research is motivated by the potential and promise of 3D sensing technologies in safety and security applications. With specific focus on unmanned robotic mapping to aid clean-up of hazardous environments, under-vehicle inspection, automatic runway/pavement inspection and modeling...

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Main Author: Sukumar, Sreenivas Rangan
Published: Trace: Tennessee Research and Creative Exchange 2008
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Online Access:http://trace.tennessee.edu/utk_graddiss/527