Navigate and Conquer: Path Planning, SLAM, and Autonomous Navigation Mastery with ROS2

By Thompson Carter

Build intelligent navigation systems that map, plan, and move with precision

Navigation is at the heart of autonomy.

For a robot to operate independently, it must understand its environment, determine where it is, decide where to go, and move safely to its destination.

"Navigate and Conquer" is a practical, in depth guide to mastering autonomous navigation using ROS 2.

This book focuses on the core systems that make autonomy possible, including mapping, localization, and path planning.

Why navigation defines autonomous systems

A robot without navigation is limited.
A robot with navigation becomes intelligent.

With the right systems, robots can:

map unknown environmentsdetermine their position in real timeplan efficient pathsavoid obstacles dynamicallyoperate in complex and changing spaces

This book shows you how to build these capabilities step by step.

What you will learnfundamentals of robot navigation systemshow SLAM works in real environmentslocalization techniques for accurate positioningpath planning algorithms and strategiesobstacle detection and avoidanceintegrating sensors such as LiDAR and camerasbuilding navigation stacks in ROS2optimizing navigation performancedebugging navigation systemsdeploying navigation in real world robots
From mapping to movement

Throughout the book, you will learn how to:

build maps of real environmentslocalize robots within those mapsdesign efficient navigation strategiesintegrate perception with motioncreate robots that move autonomouslyimprove accuracy and reliability

Each chapter builds toward a complete navigation system.

Practical applicationsindoor mobile robotswarehouse automationautonomous delivery robotsexploration robotsindustrial navigation systems

These examples demonstrate how navigation systems are used in real scenarios.

Who this book is forrobotics engineersROS2 developersstudents and researchersdevelopers building autonomous systemsprofessionals working on navigation and robotics

If you want to master the core technologies behind autonomous movement, this book provides a clear and practical path.

Map the world.
Plan the path.
Move with intelligence.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GY97H763
• ISBN13: 9798257893773
• Release Date: April 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"