Journal Papers

  1. Arsenault, M., Boudreau, R. and Nokleby, S. (2021). Computation of the Available Force Set of a 3-RPRR Kinematically Redundant Planar Parallel Manipulator. ASME Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics.
  2. Boudreau, R., Nockleby, S. and Gallant, M. (2021). Wrench Capabilities of a Kinematically-Redundant Planar Parallel Manipulator. Robotica.
  3. Gallant, A. and Gosselin, C. (2018). Extending the capabilities of robotic manipulators using trajectory optimization. Mechanism and Machine Theory. (pdf, Google Scholar)
  4. Boudreau, R. et al. (2018). Dynamic analysis and optimization of a kinematically redundant planar parallel manipulator. Transactions of the CSME. (pdf, Google Scholar)
  5. Lee, A. and Boudreau, R. (2018) The effect of the number of degrees of kinematic redundancy on the actuation forces of a planar parallel manipulator. Transactions of the CSME.
  6. Gallant, A. and Gosselin, C. (2016). Parametric trajectory optimisation for increased payload. Transactions of the Canadian Society for Mechanical Engineering. (pdf, Google Scholar)
  7. Parsa, S., Boudreau, R. and Carretero, J. (2015). Reconfigurable Mass Parameters to Cross Kinematic Singularities in Parallel Manipulators. Mechanism and Machine Theory.
  8. Parsa, S., Carretero, J. and Boudreau, R. (2013). Internal redundancy: an approach to improve the dynamic parameters around sharp corners. Mechanical Sciences.
  9. Gallant, A., Boudreau, R. and Gallant, M. (2012). Dexterous Workspace of n-PRRR Planar Parallel Manipulators. ASME Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics. (Google Scholar)
  10. Boudreau, R. and Nokleby, S. (2012) Force Optimization of Kinematically-Redundant Planar Parallel Manipulators Following a Desired Trajectory. Mechanism and Machine Theory.
  11. Carretero, J., Ebrahimi, I. and Boudreau, R. (2012). Overall Motion Planning for Kinematically Redundant Parallel Manipulators. ASME Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics.
  12. Gallant, A., Boudreau, R. and Gallant, M. (2012). Geometric determination of the dexterous workspace of n-RRRR and n-RRPR manipulators. Mechanism and Machine Theory. (pdf, Google Scholar)
  13. Boudreau, R., Mao, X. and Podhorodeski, R. (2012). Backlash elimination in parallel manipulators using actuation redundancy. Robotica.
  14. Parsa, S., Carretero, J. and Boudreau, R. (2011). Length-Optimised Smooth Obstacle Avoidance for Robotic Manipulators. Transaction of the CSME.
  15. Boudreau, R. and Podhorodeski, R. (2010). Singularity analysis of a kinematically simple class of 7-jointed revolute manipulators. Transactions of the CSME.
  16. Gallant, A., Boudreau, R. and Gallant, M. (2009). Dexterous Workspace of a 3-PRRR Kinematically Redundant Planar Parallel Manipulator. Transactions of the CSME. (pdf, Google Scholar)
  17. Ebrahimi, I., Carretero, J. and Boudreau, R. (2008). A Family of Kinematically Redundant Planar Parallel Manipulators. ASME Journal of Mechanical Design.
  18. Ebrahimi, I., Carretero, J. and Boudreau, R. (2008). Kinematic analysis and path planning of a new kinematically redundant planar parallel manipulator. Robotica.
  19. Ebrahimi, I., Carretero, J. and Boudreau, R. (2007). 3-PRRR Redundant Planar Parallel Manipulator: Inverse Displacement, Workspace and Singularity Analyses. Mechanism and Machine Theory.
  20. Arsenault, M. and Boudreau, R. (2006). Synthesis of Planar Mechanisms While Considering Workspace, Dexterity, Stiffness and Singularity Avoidance. ASME Journal of Mechanical Design.
  21. Arsenault, M. and Boudreau, R. (2004). The Synthesis of Three-Degree-of-Freedom Planar Parallel Mechanisms with Revolute Joints (3-RRR) for an Optimal, Singularity-Free Workspace. Journal of Robotic Systems
  22. Gallant, M. and Boudreau, R. (2002). The Synthesis of Planar Parallel Manipulators with Prismatic Joints for an Optimal, Singularity-Free Workspace. Journal of Robotic Systems.
  23. Cormier, G., Boudreau, R. and Thériault, S. (2001). Real coded genetic algorithm for Bragg grating parameter synthesis. Journal Optical Society of America.
  24. Boudreau, R. and Gosselin, C. (2001). La synthèse d’une plate-forme de Gough-Stewart pour un espace atteignable prescrit. Mechanism and Machine Theory.
  25. Cormier, G. and Boudreau, R. (2000). Genetic algorithm for ellipsometric data inversion of absorbing layers. Journal Optical Society of America.
  26. Boudreau, R. and Gosselin, C. (1999). The Synthesis of Planar Parallel Manipulators with a Genetic Algorithm. ASME Journal of Mechanical Design
  27. Boudreau, R., Darenfed, S. and Turkkan, N. (1998). Étude comparative de trois nouvelles approches pour la solution du problème géométrique direct des manipulateurs parallèles. Mechanism and Machine Theory.
  28. Boudreau, R., Darenfed, S. and Gosselin, C. (1998). On the Computation of the Direct Kinematics of Parallel Manipulators Using Polynomial Networks. IEEE Transactions on Systems, Man, and Cybernetics
  29. Boudreau, R., Levesque, G. and Darenfed, S. (1998). Parallel Manipulator Kinematics Learning Using Holographic Neural Models. Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing.
  30. Boudreau, R., (1997). A Real Time Solution to the Forward Kinematic Problem of a General Spherical Three-Degree-of-Freedom Parallel Manipulator. Transactions of the CSME.
  31. Boudreau, R., Darenfed, S., and Biden, E. (1996). Application of Time Series and Polynomial Learning Networks to Robot Trajectory Control. Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing.
  32. Boudreau, R. and Turkkan, N.(1996) Solving the Forward Kinematics of Parallel Manipulators with a Genetic Algorithm. Journal of Robotic Systems.
  33. Boudreau, R., and Biden, E. (1994) Robot Arm Signature Using Time Series. Transactions of the CSME.
  34. Darenfed, S., Miao, S., and Boudreau, R. (1994). Critères de performance des réseaux d’apprentissage: application à la modélisation de la rugosité de surface en tournage. Transactions of the CSME.

Conference Papers

  1. Doiron, N., Gallant, A. (2023). Increasing the payload of a 7DOF cobot. 6th IFToMM International Conference on Mechanisms, Transmissions, and Applications. (pdf)
  2. Gallant, A., Gosselin, C. (2023). Throwing capabilities of manipulators. 6th IFToMM International Conference on Mechanisms, Transmissions, and Applications. (pdf)
  3. Baril, D. et al. (2020). Evaluation of Skid-Steering Kinematic Models for Subarctic Environments. 17th Conference on Computer and Robot Vision (CRV). (pdf, Google Scholar)
  4. Boudreau, R., Nokleby, S. and Gallant, M. (2019). Investigating the Wrench Capabilities of a Kinematically-Redundant Planar Parallel Manipulator. CCToMM Symposium on Mechanisms, Machines and Mechatronics.
  5. Boudreau, R. et al. (2017). Dynamic Analysis and Optimisation of a Kinematically-Redundant Planar Parallel Manipulator. CCToMM Symposium on Mechanisms, Machines and Mechatronics. (pdf, Google Scholar)
  6. Lee, A. and Boudreau, R. (2017). The Effect of the Number of Degrees of Kinematic Redundancy on the Actuation Forces of a Planar Parallel Manipulator. CCToMM Symposium on Mechanisms, Machines and Mechatronics.
  7. Gallant, A. and Gosselin, C. (2015). Parametric Trajectory Optimisation for Increased Payload. CCToMM Symposium on Mechanisms, Machines and Mechatronics. (pdf, Google Scholar)
  8. Soheil S. Parsa, Carretero, J. and Boudreau, R. (2012). A Study of the Effects of Internal Redundancy on the Dynamic Performance of the 3-RRR Manipulator. IFToMM Asian Conference on Mechanism and Machine Science.
  9. Soheil S. Parsa, Carretero, J. and Boudreau, R. (2012). Example of Internal Redundancy to Improve the Dynamics Performance of Parallel Manipulators. ASME International Design Engineering Technical Conferences & Mechanisms and Robotics Conference.
  10. Soheil S. Parsa, Carretero, J. and Boudreau, R. (2011). Length-Optimised Smooth Obstacle Avoidance for Robotic Manipulators. CCToMM Symposium on Mechanisms, Machines, and Mechatronics.
  11. Gallant, A., Boudreau, R. and Gallant, M. (2011). Dexterous Workspace of n-RRRR and n-RRPR Manipulators. CCToMM Symposium on Mechanisms, Machines and Mechatronics. (pdf, Google Scholar)
  12. Gallant, A., Boudreau, R. and Gallant, M. (2010). Dexterous Workspace of N-PRRR Planar Parallel Manipulators. Proceedings of the ASME 2010 IDETC (pdf, Google Scholar)
  13. Gallant, A., Boudreau, R. and Gallant, M. (2009). Dexterous workspace of a general geometry 3-PRRR kinematically redundant planar parallel manipulator. CCToMM Symposium on Mechanisms, Machines and Mechatronics. (pdf, Google Scholar)
  14. Carretero, J., Ebrahimi, I. and Boudreau, R. (2008). A New Motion Planning Strategy for Kinematically Redundant Parallel Manipulators. CSME Forum.
  15. Podhorodeski, R. and Boudreau, R. (2007). A Class of Kinematically Simple 7-Revolute Jointed Serial Manipulators and their Velocity-Degenerate (Singular) Configurations. World Congress in Mechanism and Machine Science.
  16. Ebrahimi, I., Carretero, J. and Boudreau, R. (2007). Actuation scheme for a 6-DOF kinematically redundant planar parallel manipulator. World Congress in Mechanism and Machine Science.
  17. Ebrahimi, I., Carretero, J. and Boudreau, R. (2007). The 3-RPRR kinematically redundant planar parallel manipulator. CCToMM Symposium on Mechanisms, Machines, and Mechatronics.
  18. Ebrahimi, I., Carretero, J. and Boudreau, R. (2007). Singularity analysis of a family of kinematically redundant planar parallel manipulators. CCToMM Symposium on Mechanisms, Machines, and Mechatronics.
  19. Ebrahimi, I., Carretero, J. and Boudreau, R. (2006). Singularity Analysis of a New Kinematically Redundant Planar Parallel Manipulator. CCToMM Symposium on Mechanisms, Machines and Mechatronics.
  20. Ebrahimi, I., Carretero, J. and Boudreau, R. (2006). Workspace Comparison of Kinematically Redundant Planar Parallel Manipulato. RoManSy Symposium.
  21. Arsenault, M. and Boudreau, R. (2004). The Synthesis of a General Planar Parallel Manipulator with Prismatic Joints for Optimal Stiffness. Congrès mondial sur la théorie des machines and des mécanismes.
  22. Arsenault, M. and Boudreau, R. (2003). The Synthesis of Three-Degree-of-Freedom Planar Parallel Manipulators with Revolute Joints (3-RRR) for an Optimal Singularity-Free Workspace. CCToMM Symposium on Mechanisms, Machines, and Mechatronics.
  23. Lavoie, M.-H. and Boudreau, R. (2001). Inverse Kinematic Solution of Redundant Manipulators for Pick-and-Place Operations in Clustered Environments. International Conference on Production Research.
  24. Lavoie, M.-H. and Boudreau, R. (2001). Obstacle Avoidance for Redundant Manipulators Using a Genetic Algorithm. CCToMM Symposium on Mechanisms, Machines, and Mechatronics.
  25. Gallant, M. and Boudreau, R. (2000). An Optimal Singularity-Free Planar Parallel Manipulator for a Prescribed Workspace Using a Genetic Algorithm. CSME Forum.
  26. Gallant, M. and Boudreau, R. (1999). The Optimization of a Planar Parallel Manipulator to Obtain a Singularity-Free Workspace. CANCAM.
  27. Boudreau, R. and Gosselin, C. (1999). La synthèse d’une plate-forme de Gough-Stewart pour un espace atteignable prescrit. Congrès mondial sur la théorie des machines et des mécanismes.
  28. Boudreau, R. and Gosselin, C. (1998). The Synthesis of Planar Parallel Manipulators with a Genetic Algorithm. ASME Mechanisms Conference.
  29. Boudreau, R. and Gosselin, C. (1998). La synthèse d’un manipulateur parallèle plan à trois degrés de liberté à l’aide d’un algorithme génétique. CSME Forum.
  30. Boudreau, R. (1997). L’apprentissage du problème géométrique direct d’une plate-forme de Stewart. CANCAM.
  31. Boudreau, R. (1995). A Real Time Solution to the Forward Kinematic Problem of a General Three-Degree-of-Freedom Parallel Manipulator. ASME Advances in Design Automation.
  32. Boudreau, R., Darenfed, S. and Gosselin, C. (1994). L’application des réseaux polynomiaux auto-organisés pour la résolution de la cinématique d’un manipulateur parallèle plan. Colloque sur les applications techniques de la mécanique.
  33. Boudreau, R., Darenfed, S. and Gosselin, C. (1994). Efficient Computation of the Direct Kinematics of Parallel Manipulators Using Polynomial Networks. Proceedings of the 23rd ASME Mechanisms Conference.
  34. Boudreau, R. and Biden, E. (1993). The Control of Robot Trajectory Errors Using Time Series. CANCAM 1993.

Book contributions

  1. Hayes, J.D., Boudreau, R., Carretero, J. and Podhoredeski, R. (2011). Contributions to the Promotion of Mechanism and Machine Science By The IFToMM Canadian Community (CCToMM). Technology Developments: the Role of Mechanism and Machine Science and IFToMM. Springer, pp. 257-264
  2. Carretero, J., Ebrahimi, I. and Boudreau, R. (2008). A Comparison between Two Motion Planning Strategies for Kinematically Redundant Parallel Manipulators. Advances in Robot Kinematics. Springer, pp. 243-252.

Theses

  1. Gallant, A. (2020). Optimisation de trajectoire pour l’augmentation des capacités des manipulateurs robotiques. (pdf, Google Scholar)
  2. Gallant, A. (2011). Détermination de l’espace dextre des manipulateurs parallèles plans avec redondance cinématique. (pdf, Google Scholar)