Exploring ROS2 Basics: Training at Mitsubishi Electric Nagoya Works

Recently, our consortium conducted a comprehensive ROS2 Basics training session at the Mitsubishi Electric Nagoya Works Factory Automation Centre in Japan, from May 14th to 17th . This training brought together our consortium members from IHI, Mitsubishi Electric, Pepperl+Fuchs, and Panasonic,as well as the training team from RIC-AP (Glenn Tan, Adriel Ho, Sheila Suppiah), all eager to delve into the topics of ROS2 Basics.

The sessions covered essential topics including the publisher/subscriber model, service client model, launch files, and parameter tuning in ROS2. A significant focus was also placed on comparing ROS1 and ROS2, highlighting the advancements and improvements in the latter.

To ensure a solid foundation, the course began with an introduction to the Linux operating system and command line interface, which is essential for ROS2 development. The engagement from our consortium members was great, with active participation and thoughtful questions that contributed to a vibrant learning environment. Their enthusiasm underscores a shared commitment to advancing robotics through ROS based technologies.

As part of their final assessment, students applied their newfound knowledge in a practical application focusing on the usage of a TurtleBot3 Burger. This hands-on approach allowed them to demonstrate their understanding of ROS2 concepts in a real-world context, further solidifying their learning.

The feedback from participants was generally positive, with many expressing their interest to delve deeper into more advanced ROS topics in the future. We also had the opportunity to further enrich the learning experience, as we concluded the training with an insightful factory tour of Mitsubishi Electric.

This training session wouldn't have been possible without the continuous support and dedication of our consortium members. Their unwavering interest in ROS2 is paving the way for future advancements in robotics, demonstrating the power of collaboration in driving innovation forward.

We look forward to our next run of trainings in Japan! Do drop a comment or contact us if you are interested to participate in subsequent runs. #goROS