Powering the Next
Generation
of Intelligent Robots
From warehouse AGVs to surgical-precision service robots and high-altitude UAVs — LiDARStar provides the LiDAR perception layer that makes autonomous robots safe, accurate, and reliable.
WHY LIDAR
The Perception Technology Robots Trust
LiDAR is the gold standard for robotic perception — delivering active, lighting-independent, millimeter-accurate 3D sensing that cameras and ultrasonic sensors simply cannot match.
Real-Time SLAM
Simultaneous Localization and Mapping lets robots build and update maps of their environment on the fly with sub-centimeter precision.
Safe Obstacle Avoidance
360° coverage with millisecond detection latency ensures robots detect and respond to dynamic obstacles — humans, objects, and forklifts — before collision.
Precise 3D Mapping
High point density and multi-channel sensors enable detailed 3D reconstruction of complex environments including narrow aisles and multi-level structures.
All-Weather Reliability
Active laser sensing is immune to ambient lighting changes — robots perform equally well in bright warehouses, dark corridors, and outdoor environments.
Dynamic Re-localization
When a robot loses position, LiDAR-based re-localization rapidly recovers accurate pose estimates from saved map data without human intervention.
ROS / ROS2 Ready
All LiDARStar sensors come with ROS and ROS2 driver packages, point cloud topics, and sample launch files for rapid integration into any robotics stack.
Drone / UAV
UAV-mounted LiDAR enables centimeter-precision 3D terrain mapping, building inspection, and GPS-denied navigation. Lightweight, low-power sensors are critical for drone payload budgets.
Industrial Robots
Collaborative and industrial robots use LiDAR for precise 3D workspace mapping, collision avoidance, and safety zone monitoring — enabling humans and machines to work safely side by side.
Drone / UAV
UAV-mounted LiDAR enables centimeter-precision 3D terrain mapping, building inspection, and GPS-denied navigation. Lightweight, low-power sensors are critical for drone payload budgets.
Industrial Robots
Collaborative and industrial robots use LiDAR for precise 3D workspace mapping, collision avoidance, and safety zone monitoring — enabling humans and machines to work safely side by side.
Choose the Right LiDAR for Your Use Case
A quick reference for matching sensor type to robotic application requirements.
| Use Case | Sensor Type | Channels | Max Range | Scan Rate | ROS | Example Model |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2D SLAM Navigation | 2D TOF LiDAR | 1 | 20–30m | 15 Hz | ROS Ready | LakiBeam 1L |
| 3D Indoor Mapping | 3D Blind Comp. | 16–32 | 30–70m | 10–20 Hz | ROS Ready | Livox MID360 |
| Outdoor Inspection | 3D Mechanical | 32–128 | 100–200m | 10 Hz | ROS Ready | LSLidar CX128 |
| UAV Mapping | 3D Solid-State | 40+ | 70–250m | 10–20 Hz | ROS Ready | RoboSense Airy |
| Safety Zone (I/O) | IO Obstacle | 1 | 5–15m | 25 Hz | No ROS | PAVO2-LS |
Seamless ROS & ROS2
Integration Out of the Box
Every LidarStar sensor ships with a complete ROS/ROS2 software package. Whether you're running gmapping for 2D SLAM, Cartographer for 3D mapping, or Nav2 for autonomous navigation — our sensors plug directly into your stack.
- Point cloud topic via ROS PointCloud2 message format
- Pre-built launch files for quick sensor bringup
- URDF / XACRO model files for robot integration
- Compatible with gmapping, cartographer, and RTAB-Map
- ROS2 Humble, Foxy, Iron driver support
- Sample RVIZ configuration files included
- IMU data fusion examples for MID360 and Airy
- Open-source GitHub repositories maintained by LidarStar
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From Inquiry to Deployment in 4 Steps
Share Requirements
Tell us your robot type, application environment, required range, and budget. We respond within 4 hours.
Receive Recommendation
Our LiDAR engineers provide a tailored sensor recommendation with performance specs and pricing.
Sample & Integrate
Order a sample unit with ROS SDK. Our team provides integration support and documentation.
Deploy at Scale
Once validated, place bulk orders with volume pricing. Enjoy 24hr replacement guarantee worldwide.
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