From 9dbb3692e881b422d363167c7caa7077c103496e Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: diegoferigo Date: Thu, 9 Nov 2023 12:39:33 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 1/3] Minor acknowledgements updates --- FrontBackmatter/acknowledgments.tex | 8 ++++---- 1 file changed, 4 insertions(+), 4 deletions(-) diff --git a/FrontBackmatter/acknowledgments.tex b/FrontBackmatter/acknowledgments.tex index 5c596cd..9a62704 100644 --- a/FrontBackmatter/acknowledgments.tex +++ b/FrontBackmatter/acknowledgments.tex @@ -34,14 +34,14 @@ \chapter*{Acknowledgments} Ups and downs. Research, much like life, is a process. We often expect a smooth and straightforward path, only to find it filled with unexpected hurdles, surprising twists, and -- occasionally -- those truly remarkable moments at the summit. -As I embarked on this journey, I was already immersed in the vibrant world of research at the Dynamic Interaction Control laboratory within the prestigious walls of {\small IIT}, guided by Francesco Nori. +As I embarked on this journey, I was already immersed in the vibrant world of research at the Dynamic Interaction Control laboratory, guided by Francesco Nori, within the prestigious walls of {\small IIT}. To him, I extend my heartfelt gratitude for giving me the opportunity to be part of this beautiful, unique, and enriching community, which has been my home for the past seven years. The memories forged in Genova -- professional and personal -- will forever shape the narrative of my life. My deepest appreciation goes to my supervisor, Daniele Pucci, head of the Artificial Mechanical Intelligence laboratory. Daniele, you have been not only a supervisor but also a colleague, a friend, and, as time passed, a mentor. I am profoundly thankful for the freedom you granted me to explore uncharted territories without the weight of mere numerical publications. -Your support, even for the craziest ideas -- some good, some not so much :) -- and your guidance in navigating the most intricate of situations have been invaluable. +Your support, even for the craziest ideas -- some good, some not so much :) -- and your guidance in navigating the most intricate of situations have been invaluable. \linebreak I must also express my gratitude to Professor Angelo Cangelosi for his supervision from the Manchester side and his constant availability to clarify doubts and provide insights. For the necessary funding that sustained my research project, I owe an immense debt of gratitude to Giorgio Metta. His support was pivotal in bringing my research to fruition. @@ -76,12 +76,12 @@ \chapter*{Acknowledgments} Food, nature, culture, people, weather - life outside the office is truly where it's at. There's no better place in the world where all of these elements come together so harmoniously. -Throughout the year, CrossFit has always been a constant presence, providing a regfuge for both mental and physical renewal, and offering short-term goals that kept me on track. +Throughout the year, CrossFit has always been a constant presence, providing a refuge for both mental and physical renewal, and offering short-term goals that kept me on track. Amidst the challenges, whether the demands of academia or the disruptions of a global pandemic, the comfort drawn from these activities has been my saving grace. To Canteri CrossFit, you hold a special place in my heart. I found teammates, passionate coaches, good friends, and a new family within your four walls. There were times when I walked into the box feeling well over my head, I admit, but all doubts and worries dissipated as I walked out, stronger in every way. -You've been my lifeline, safeguarding my mental health during these years, and I cannot express enough gratitude for your unwavering support. +You've been my lifeline, safeguarding my mental health during these years, and I cannot express enough gratitude for your constant support. And last but certainly not least, I want to conclude by extending a heartfelt thank you to my family: my mom Silvana, my sister Erica, and my brother Giulio. Your consistent support and unwavering acceptance of every choice I've made throughout my life, without judgment, has been a source of immeasurable strength. From 9bb014e799e4762d6f500c024a7964de2a1b6ea6 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: diegoferigo Date: Thu, 9 Nov 2023 12:40:14 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 2/3] Fix symbol in 6D cross product definition --- Chapters/Part_1/chapter_2.tex | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/Chapters/Part_1/chapter_2.tex b/Chapters/Part_1/chapter_2.tex index 05caacc..5990d10 100644 --- a/Chapters/Part_1/chapter_2.tex +++ b/Chapters/Part_1/chapter_2.tex @@ -445,7 +445,7 @@ \subsection{Cross product on $\realn^6$} where the last term is the matrix representation of the cross-product on $\realn^6$, defined as: % \begin{equation*} - \velsix[B]_{A,B} = + \crossvelsix[{\velsix[B]_{A,B}}] = \begin{bmatrix} \velang[B]_{A,B} & \vellin[B]_{A,B}^\wedge \\ \zeros_{3\times 3} & \velang[B]_{A,B} From 067afd04b48fc6c973633772ac1ed0befac1765e Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: diegoferigo Date: Thu, 9 Nov 2023 12:40:35 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 3/3] Add chapter 5 quote --- Chapters/Part_2/chapter_5.tex | 8 ++++++++ 1 file changed, 8 insertions(+) diff --git a/Chapters/Part_2/chapter_5.tex b/Chapters/Part_2/chapter_5.tex index b966b72..127bac8 100644 --- a/Chapters/Part_2/chapter_5.tex +++ b/Chapters/Part_2/chapter_5.tex @@ -1,3 +1,11 @@ +\begin{flushright} + \textsl{ + The real danger is not that computers will begin to think like men,\\ + but that men will begin to think like computers. + }\\ + --- Sydney J. Harris +\end{flushright} + \chapter{Reinforcement Learning Environments for Robotics} \label{ch:rl_env_for_robotics}