From 1416d33e73104ca8da8c77bd3d858c9463becd40 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Viralpanchal7899 Date: Sun, 15 Jun 2025 11:59:55 -0400 Subject: [PATCH 1/2] add: external sensors documentation --- docs/modules/12_appendix/external_sensors_main.rst | 12 +++++++----- 1 file changed, 7 insertions(+), 5 deletions(-) diff --git a/docs/modules/12_appendix/external_sensors_main.rst b/docs/modules/12_appendix/external_sensors_main.rst index 3597418150..e1c0b58bcb 100644 --- a/docs/modules/12_appendix/external_sensors_main.rst +++ b/docs/modules/12_appendix/external_sensors_main.rst @@ -10,9 +10,7 @@ Therefore, we will provide an overview. Introduction ------------ -In recent years, the application of robotic technology has advanced, -particularly in areas such as autonomous vehicles and disaster response robots. -A crucial element in these technologies is external recognition—the robot's ability to understand its surrounding environment, identify safe zones, and detect moving objects using onboard sensors. Achieving effective external recognition involves various techniques, but equally important is the selection of appropriate sensors. Robots, like the sensors they employ, come in many forms, but external recognition sensors can be broadly categorized into three types. Developing an advanced external recognition system requires a thorough understanding of each sensor's principles and characteristics to determine their optimal application. This article summarizes the principles and features of these sensors for personal study purposes. +In recent years, the application of robotic technology has advanced, particularly in areas such as autonomous vehicles and disaster response robots. A crucial element in these technologies is external recognition—the robot's ability to understand its surrounding environment, identify safe zones, and detect moving objects using onboard sensors. Achieving effective external recognition involves various techniques, but equally important is the selection of appropriate sensors. Robots, like the sensors they employ, come in many forms, but external recognition sensors can be broadly categorized into three types. Developing an advanced external recognition system requires a thorough understanding of each sensor's principles and characteristics to determine their optimal application. This article summarizes the principles and features of these sensors for personal study purposes. Laser Sensors ------------- @@ -22,7 +20,7 @@ Laser sensors measure distances by utilizing light, commonly referred to as Ligh Radar Sensors ------------- -TBD +Radar measures distances using radio waves, commonly referred to as Radio Detection and Ranging (RADAR). It operates by transmitting radio signals towards an object and calculating the distance based on the time it takes for the reflected waves to return, using the speed of radio waves as a constant. Monocular Cameras @@ -58,5 +56,9 @@ Ultrasonic sensors are commonly used in indoor robots and some automotive autono References ---------- +- Wikipedia articles: -TBD + - `Lidar Sensors `_ + - `Radar Sensors `_ + - `Stereo Cameras `_ + - `Ultrasonic Sensors `_ \ No newline at end of file From 5937e4bde4cd88eb0d573172a7c4fae17defb1be Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Viralpanchal7899 Date: Mon, 16 Jun 2025 08:53:13 -0400 Subject: [PATCH 2/2] add a line --- docs/modules/12_appendix/external_sensors_main.rst | 1 + 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+) diff --git a/docs/modules/12_appendix/external_sensors_main.rst b/docs/modules/12_appendix/external_sensors_main.rst index e1c0b58bcb..b7caaf2c3a 100644 --- a/docs/modules/12_appendix/external_sensors_main.rst +++ b/docs/modules/12_appendix/external_sensors_main.rst @@ -56,6 +56,7 @@ Ultrasonic sensors are commonly used in indoor robots and some automotive autono References ---------- + - Wikipedia articles: - `Lidar Sensors `_