Peipei Zhao, president of North America with Robosense, believes that LiDAR technology is becoming increasingly valuable in supply chain automation. LiDAR stands for light detection and ranging and equips devices and vehicles with the ability to sense objects with high accuracy in real time. This technology has become essential for autonomous driving systems, robots, and smart-city infrastructures.
The applications of LiDAR extend beyond just these industries, as it can also be particularly useful in logistics and warehouses. From the time goods arrive at the distribution center to when they are stored, picked, packaged, and transported to the consumer, LiDAR can be utilized at every stage of distribution to maximize space usage and increase efficiency.
In addition to optimizing storage space, LiDAR plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety of autonomous robots and lift trucks operating within the facility. By linking to an emergency braking system, LiDAR can stop vehicles instantly if they are in danger of colliding with people, objects or structures. This technology represents a significant improvement over previous camera systems and allows operations to continue without requiring additional illumination.
Zhao anticipates that LiDAR-equipped devices will become increasingly popular among warehouses seeking to optimize storage space, increase operational speed and reduce overall shipping costs. As such, LiDAR technology is poised to revolutionize supply chain automation and bring about significant improvements in efficiency and safety.
In conclusion, LiDAR technology is transforming supply chain automation by providing real-time object sensing capabilities that enable efficient use of space while ensuring safety for both human workers and machines alike. With its potential for widespread adoption across various industries
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