7 min 路 Robotics 路 Selection 路 Integration
Choosing a LiDAR for a mobile robot
Technical criteria to clarify before selecting a sensor for an AMR, UGV or robotics prototype.
Start from the scenario, not the sensor
A good selection starts with the scene to perceive: robot speed, stopping distance, critical obstacles, mounting height and safety constraints.
A datasheet is not enough unless it is tied to the expected field behavior.
FoV, density and latency
A wide vertical FoV helps perceive the floor, ramps and close obstacles.
Software integration
Check SDKs, ROS drivers, time synchronization, point-cloud format and supplier support before purchase.