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Robosense’s Peipei Zhao, president of North America, has stated that LiDAR, a remote-sensing method that utilizes pulsed lasers to measure range, is becoming increasingly valuable in supply chain automation. The acronym 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 across various industries but are particularly useful in logistics and warehouses. It can be used at every stage of distribution from when goods arrive at the distribution center to when they are stored, picked, packaged and transported to the consumer. The three-dimensional sensing ability of LiDAR allows facilities to maximize their use of space, making the entire process more efficient.
In addition to identifying the fastest route through a warehouse, LiDAR also 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 predicts that there will be greater adoption of LiDAR-equipped devices in future as warehouses seek to optimize storage, increase operational speed and reduce overall shipping costs. The technology is poised to revolutionize supply chain automation and bring about significant improvements in efficiency and safety.
Overall, LiDAR technology offers a range of benefits for supply chain automation by increasing accuracy, improving efficiency and enhancing safety measures. As such it is set to play an increasingly important role in shaping how we manage our logistics operations going forward.