Genetic algorithm tuning of connectionist controller for compliant robotic tasks

Abstract In this paper, a systematic connectionist controller design approach is proposed to quarantee stability and desired performance of the robotic system for compliant tasks by effectively combining genetic algoritms(GA) with neural classification and learning control techniques. The gains of feedback controller, weighting factors of neural controller, and topology of neural classifier are timed by the GA optimization procedure to achieve good results for force tracking of manipulation robots in contact tasks based on suitable fitness functions. Some compliant robot motion simulation experiments have been performed.