The Slamtec RPLIDAR A2M12 is an advanced, next-generation 360-degree 2D LIDAR sensor designed for precise obstacle avoidance and navigation in automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and various robotic applications. Utilizing SLAMTEC’s cutting-edge OPTMAG technology, it offers high-speed scanning with superior durability and performance, ensuring long-term reliability in a variety of environments. The RPLIDAR A2M12 is ideal for use in both indoor and outdoor environments (without direct sunlight exposure), making it perfect for applications like autonomous robots, navigation systems, and mapping solutions.

Features:

• 360-Degree Scanning: Provides full-circle (360°) scanning with up to 12-meter range for comprehensive environmental sensing.
• High Sampling Rate: Capable of sampling 16,000 times per second for rapid data collection and accurate mapping.
• Adjustable Scanning Frequency: The scanning frequency can be adjusted between 5Hz and 15Hz, with a typical frequency of 10Hz (600 rpm).
• Angular Resolution: With a 10Hz scanning rate, it provides an angular resolution of 0.225°, ensuring precise measurements and detection.
• Patented OPTMAG Technology: Enhances performance and extends the lifespan of the sensor by overcoming the limitations of traditional LIDAR systems.
• Eye Safety: Complies with IEC-60825 Class 1 standards, ensuring the laser output power is safe for human eyes.

Specifications:

Working Principle:

The RPLIDAR A2M12 employs the principle of laser triangulation for distance measurement. It uses a modulated infrared laser signal that is reflected by objects and returned to the sensor. This returning signal is then processed by an embedded Digital Signal Processor (DSP) to output the distance and angle between the LIDAR and the object. The scanner’s motor drives the core unit to rotate at high speed, completing a full 360-degree scan of the surrounding environment.

System Features:

• Adaptive Rotation Speed: The system automatically adjusts the angular resolution based on the actual rotation speed, optimizing the scan for the current conditions.
• Simple Power Supply: No need for a complex power system, simplifying the BOM and reducing overall costs.
• Compact Design: The RPLIDAR A2M12 integrates both the scanning core and the motor into a compact unit, enabling easier integration into robots and other devices.

Applications:

The RPLIDAR A2M12 is perfect for a wide variety of applications, including:

• Robot Navigation & Localization: Accurate environmental scanning for robotic path planning and positioning.
• Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM): Essential for robots to create and navigate within mapped environments.
• Obstacle Avoidance: Used in AGVs and robots for detecting obstacles and planning safe paths.
• Environment Scanning and 3D Re-modeling: Perfect for capturing detailed environmental data for 3D mapping.
• Service Robots: Ideal for long-duration operations in home service or industrial robots, enhancing efficiency and autonomy.
• Smart Toy Navigation: Enabling localization and obstacle avoidance in robotic toys.