The Robotic Platform for Measuring Linear Velocity Using Computer Vision Algorithms

This article presents approach to integrate algorithms of computer vision to control system of traction electric drives in rail transport. Shows how to use computer vision algorithms to calculate line velocity instead of other sensors such as wheel odometers, GPS, DGPS and inertial sensors that do not work on slippery surfaces and at low speeds. Therefore, this article deals with the application of linear velocity as feedback in the control system to optimize power consumption at the start and stop and to eliminate wheel slip. System of control of electric drive implemented and tested by robotics platform. Shown the process of development robotics platform that uses for imitation dynamic modes behavior in real situations for rail transports.