Characterization of a 2-D Laser Scanner for outdoor wide range measurement. (November 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Canciani, E; Vandone, A; Sala, R
• Is Part Of: Journal of physics. Number 658(2015)
• Publication Date: 2015-11
• Subjects: Physics -- Congresses; 530.5
• DOI: 10.1088/1742-6596/658/1/012008
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1742-6588

Abstract

Abstract: This paper presents a metrological characterization study of SICK LMS 511 laser scanner, with an extended analysis of its main acquisition issues. Various parameters that could affect the sensor performances, such as warm-up time, target properties (color and material), and target position (distance and orientation) are investigated. Moreover, the mixed pixel problem is introduced and, finally, since the sensor is designed to work in a wide outdoor environment, the effect of direct sun light is taken into account. Some cases of faulty data are identified and explanations discussed.