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Reddit mentions of Neato LIDAR Laser Distance Sensor LDS xv Series xv-11 xv-14 xv15 xv12 xv21
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Neato XV Series Laser Distance SensorAlso works with Neato Signature Pro and Essential.
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Probably not necessary - but what I have found so far, is that none of the sensors really replace each other - they all have their strengths and weaknesses. When I added the single point lidar, I initially thought about using that for mapping, and also removing the ultrasonic sensors, but soon realized that the ultrasonics can't be beaten for collision avoidance, and the point lidar would be very slow for mapping. What the point lidar is great for (if mounted on a pan/tilt), is getting the distance to a specific point - conveniently at the center of the camera image. It can also be used for creating point clouds - although I haven't tried doing that yet. I am thinking that when I get true vision working, as the camera recognises an object, the lidar will give its distance, so that the robot can approach accordingly.
As for the cost, there is a cheap way to get scanning lidars ($34). Check out https://www.amazon.com/Neato-LIDAR-Laser-distance-sensor/dp/B00QSUJPSY/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=neato+lidar&qid=1566875415&s=gateway&sr=8-6
I think in this regard, Elon Musk's lidar philosophy is wrong. I get where he is coming from - ie humans don't need lidar, but if we did have lidar, as well as vision, I think we would be better drivers. My plan is to arm Kate with as many diverse sensors as I can physically fit on the chassis.