LIDAR
This project will utilize the SICK LIDAR LMS291. The datasheet can be found here.
LIDAR is a very powerful sensor with respect to response time and accuracy. The LIDAR used for the current project was Sick LMS 291. The LIDAR works on the principle of calculating time of flight of light to travel from the source to the receptor after reflecting back from any object. This process is repeated at various angles (0-180o with resolution of 0.5o in our case) and we get back, one range reading for each angle i.e. a total of 361 readings/scan, see Figure below.
LIDAR is a very powerful sensor with respect to response time and accuracy. The LIDAR used for the current project was Sick LMS 291. The LIDAR works on the principle of calculating time of flight of light to travel from the source to the receptor after reflecting back from any object. This process is repeated at various angles (0-180o with resolution of 0.5o in our case) and we get back, one range reading for each angle i.e. a total of 361 readings/scan, see Figure below.
Camera
This project will also utilize the AXIS 216MFD Network Camera. The datasheet can be found here.
From axis.com, "AXIS 216MFD Network Camera is a high performance megapixel network camera, designed for professional video surveillance in locations such as retail stores, schools, banks and governmental buildings."
From axis.com, "AXIS 216MFD Network Camera is a high performance megapixel network camera, designed for professional video surveillance in locations such as retail stores, schools, banks and governmental buildings."
Other Hardware
The LIDAR and camera were mounted on a particle board strip (0.9 ft by 3ft). The distance between the center of the LIDAR and the camera was 20.5in. This LIDAR-camera setup was placed on the floor, facing a closed corner to minimize interference from other individuals in the lab (see below).
