From Concepts to Applications: A Comprehensive Overview of ROS

Abstract

This paper explores the Robot Operating System (ROS), a foundational open-source middleware designed to facilitate robotics development by integrating hardware and software. It provides essential tools and algorithms enabling efficient programming of complex robotic systems. This work delves into the core components of ROS, including its computational graph model, parameter servers, and messaging systems, while highlighting tools that enhance system capabilities. Additionally, the paper reviews navigation algorithms, from traditional ones to advanced path-planning techniques, emphasizing their applications in autonomous mobile robotics. Comparisons of robotics software platforms illustrate the diversity and adaptability required to meet the demands of modern robotics. In the end, this paper emphasizes its critical role in advancing academic research and industrial applications.