ROS on Your Robot - The Tale of an Inside, an Outside Robot and 2 Arms

Explore the world of ROS (Robot Operating System) in this 48-minute conference talk by Dr. Ben Martin at linux.conf.au 2020. Dive into the framework of open source software that runs on Linux and facilitates robot building by combining larger "nodes" of code. Learn how ROS enables communication between nodes, handles code management, and allows developers to focus on specific aspects of robotics while leveraging existing code for complex tasks. Discover practical insights from Dr. Martin's experiences building robots, including lessons learned the hard way and amusing anecdotes about unexpected robot behaviors. Gain knowledge about arm control software like MoveIt, the challenges of working with different degrees of freedom, and the importance of proper hardware setup. Get inspired to explore robotics and ROS through stories of long battles and successes, with discussions on physical builds including the outdoor "houndbot" project.