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Comparative Analysis of Low-Cost Indoor Localization Methods for Swarm Robotics
Comparative Analysis of Low-Cost Indoor Localization Methods for Swarm Robotics
Chu Văn Cường
Knowing exactly where robots are indoors is very
important for swarm robots, especially when GPS signals are
unavailable. This paper compares three low-cost methods for
indoor localization: 2D LiDAR sensors, RGB cameras, and Ultra
Wideband (UWB) sensors. We tested each method in an indoor
environment to understand how well they support swarm robot
tasks. The 2D LiDAR sensors showed good accuracy when many
obstacles were present, but performed poorly in areas without
clear landmarks. RGB camera localization was inexpensive and
allowed robots to create maps and locate themselves simulta
neously (visual SLAM). However, this method had difficulties
in poor lighting conditions or in places where visual features
were unclear. UWB provided stable and precise localization
independent of lighting conditions, although it needed careful
setup and faced accuracy issues in areas with many signal
reflections. We discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each
method regarding accuracy, reliability, and cost. This study
provides practical guidance for choosing suitable localization
methods for indoor swarm robotics applications.
