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Gazebo World

Sebastian Thrun, Julia Chernushevich, Karim Chamaa, and David Silver
Learn how to simulate your first robotic environment with Gazebo, the most common simulation engine used by Roboticists around the world.

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Syllabus

Learn how to simulate your first robot in Gazebo and interact with its world using a Plugin.
In this project, you will design a Gazebo World environment by including multiple models and use it as a base for all your upcoming projects.

Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Explores Gazebo, which is standard in the robotics industry
Provides hands-on experience in simulating and interacting with robots
Instructed by experts in robotics, including Sebastian Thrun and David Silver
Builds a foundation for advanced robotics projects

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Career center

Learners who complete Gazebo World will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Robotics Software Engineer
Robotics Software Engineers combine computer science and engineering principles to research, design, and develop software systems for robots. Software Engineers contribute to projects in various domains, such as manufacturing, space exploration, defense, and healthcare. This course can help you build a foundation for the field of robotics by teaching you how to simulate robotic environments in Gazebo, a widely-used simulation engine among roboticists around the world. By learning how to interact with the simulated world using a plugin, you can gain valuable experience that will prepare you for a career in robotics software engineering.
Robotics Simulation Engineer
Robotics Simulation Engineers use computer modeling and simulation to design, test, and optimize robots and robotic systems. This course can help you build a strong foundation in robotics simulation by teaching you how to use Gazebo, the most common simulation engine used by roboticists worldwide. Through hands-on projects, you will learn how to simulate robotic environments, models, and plugins. This knowledge can help you succeed in a career as a Robotics Simulation Engineer.
Robotics Controls Engineer
Robotics Controls Engineers design, analyze, and implement control systems for robots. They ensure that robots can move and operate safely and efficiently. This course can help you develop the skills needed for a career in robotics controls engineering by teaching you how to simulate robotic environments in Gazebo. By learning how to interact with the simulated world using a plugin, you can gain valuable experience in designing and testing control systems for robots.
Robotics Mechatronics Engineer
Robotics Mechatronics Engineers combine mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering principles to design, build, and maintain robots. This course can help you develop the skills needed for a career in robotics mechatronics engineering by teaching you how to simulate robotic environments in Gazebo. By learning how to interact with the simulated world using a plugin, you can gain valuable experience in designing and testing robotic systems.
Robotics Systems Engineer
Robotics Systems Engineers design, develop, and integrate robotic systems for various applications. This course can help you build a foundation for a career in robotics systems engineering by teaching you how to simulate robotic environments in Gazebo. By learning how to interact with the simulated world using a plugin, you can gain valuable experience in designing and testing robotic systems.
Computer Vision Engineer
Computer Vision Engineers develop and implement computer vision algorithms for various applications, including robotics. This course can help you develop the skills needed for a career in computer vision engineering by teaching you how to simulate robotic environments in Gazebo. By learning how to interact with the simulated world using a plugin, you can gain valuable experience in designing and testing computer vision algorithms for robots.
Artificial Intelligence Engineer
Artificial Intelligence Engineers design, develop, and implement artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms for various applications, including robotics. This course can help you develop the skills needed for a career in AI engineering by teaching you how to simulate robotic environments in Gazebo. By learning how to interact with the simulated world using a plugin, you can gain valuable experience in designing and testing AI algorithms for robots.
Software Developer
Software Developers design, develop, and maintain software applications for various industries, including robotics. This course can help you build a foundation for a career in software development by teaching you how to simulate robotic environments in Gazebo. By learning how to interact with the simulated world using a plugin, you can gain valuable experience in designing and testing software applications for robots.
Electrical Engineer
Electrical Engineers design, develop, and maintain electrical systems for various industries, including robotics. This course can help you build a foundation for a career in electrical engineering by teaching you how to simulate robotic environments in Gazebo. By learning how to interact with the simulated world using a plugin, you can gain valuable experience in designing and testing electrical systems for robots.
Mechanical Engineer
Mechanical Engineers design, develop, and maintain mechanical systems for various industries, including robotics. This course can help you build a foundation for a career in mechanical engineering by teaching you how to simulate robotic environments in Gazebo. By learning how to interact with the simulated world using a plugin, you can gain valuable experience in designing and testing mechanical systems for robots.
Systems Engineer
Systems Engineers design, develop, and maintain complex systems for various industries, including robotics. This course can help you build a foundation for a career in systems engineering by teaching you how to simulate robotic environments in Gazebo. By learning how to interact with the simulated world using a plugin, you can gain valuable experience in designing and testing complex systems for robots.
Project Manager
Project Managers plan, execute, and control projects for various industries, including robotics. This course may be useful for you if you are interested in a career in project management by teaching you how to simulate robotic environments in Gazebo. By learning how to interact with the simulated world using a plugin, you can gain valuable experience in planning and executing projects for the robotics industry.
Technical Writer
Technical Writers create and maintain technical documentation for various industries, including robotics. This course may be useful for you if you are interested in a career in technical writing by teaching you how to simulate robotic environments in Gazebo. By learning how to interact with the simulated world using a plugin, you can gain valuable experience in creating and maintaining technical documentation for the robotics industry.
Quality Assurance Analyst
Quality Assurance Analysts test and evaluate software and systems for various industries, including robotics. This course may be useful for you if you are interested in a career in quality assurance by teaching you how to simulate robotic environments in Gazebo. By learning how to interact with the simulated world using a plugin, you can gain valuable experience in testing and evaluating software and systems for the robotics industry.
Data Analyst
Data Analysts collect, analyze, and interpret data for various industries, including robotics. This course may be useful for you if you are interested in a career in data analysis by teaching you how to simulate robotic environments in Gazebo. By learning how to interact with the simulated world using a plugin, you can gain valuable experience in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data for the robotics industry.

Reading list

We've selected nine books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Gazebo World.
Provides a mathematical introduction to robotics and covers the mathematical tools commonly used in the field. It is written from a systems and control theory perspective.
Provides a collection of algorithms commonly used in robotics, such as path planning, motion planning, and control.
Provides an overview of autonomous mobile robots, covering topics such as sensor systems, localization, and navigation.
Provides an introduction to artificial intelligence techniques used in robotics, such as natural language processing, computer vision, and machine learning.
Provides an introduction to computer vision techniques, which are often used in robotics for tasks such as obstacle detection, navigation, and object recognition.
Serves as a background resource for understanding the theoretical foundations underlying robot simulations, including the kinematics, dynamics, and control of robots.
While not directly related to Gazebo, it could enhance understanding of probability and estimation techniques relevant to robotics simulations.
While not specific to Gazebo, it explores the integration of deep learning techniques into robotics applications, including perception and decision-making.

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