Sensors and Perception
Robots rely on sensors to perceive their surroundings and interact effectively. Various sensors, including infrared, ultrasonic, and cameras, convert physical inputs into data for autonomous decision-making, emphasizing the significance of sensor fusion and calibration for accuracy.
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What we have learnt
- Sensors are essential for robotic perception and decision-making.
- Common types of sensors include infrared, ultrasonic, touch, and camera sensors.
- Sensor fusion and calibration are crucial for ensuring reliable robot functionality.
Key Concepts
- -- Sensor
- A device that detects physical input such as light, heat, motion, or pressure, converting it into data for robotic processing.
- -- Sensor Fusion
- The process of combining data from multiple sensors to enhance the understanding of an environment.
- -- Calibration
- The process of adjusting a sensor to ensure it provides accurate readings.
- -- Analog Sensors
- Sensors that provide continuous output, such as temperature measurements.
- -- Digital Sensors
- Sensors that output binary signals, such as on/off states.
- -- Communication Protocols
- Methods like I2C, SPI, and UART used to transmit sensor data to controllers.
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