Optimisation-based Reference Generation for Off-tracking Minimisation of
Generalised N-trailers Vehicles
- Nestor Nahuel Deniz ,
- Franco Jorquera ,
- Fernando Auat Cheein
Abstract
In this study, we introduce an innovative off-tracking
optimisation-based framework designed for Generalised N-Trailer
vehicles. The task of generating feasible references for the segments of
the interconnected vehicle has historically been burdensome. This
challenge becomes even more pronounced as the number of trailers
increases, particularly when the quantity of trailers fluctuates during
operations.
Our proposed method address this complexity by autonomously generating
pose references for both the tractor and each trailer of the vehicle.
This is achieved through a parameterisation of the desired path and
attitudes to be traversed. Notably, our approach incorporates the
system's model into the optimisation process as a constraint. This
guarantees that the generated reference remains within the bounds of
feasibility, even when the nominal path does not.
Several simulated and field experiments with a tractor pulling 2
trailers show the effectiveness of the proposed method.