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2D LiDAR sensor – high-performance and cost-effective in compact housing

With a large scanning range, fine angular resolution and high sensitivity, the 2D picoScan100 LiDAR sensors are setting new standards as the successor to the TiM. They also reliably detect small and dark objects. The sensors deliver exact measurement data and feature integrated further processing of data that is transmitted through various communication interfaces. The compact picoScan100 sensors equipped with multi-echo technology have a rugged housing and ensure reliable measurement results even under harsh ambient conditions. They solve demanding industrial applications in indoor and outdoor areas. The picoScan120 and picoScan150 variants (Core, Prime, Pro) come with different features to suit individual requirements.

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picoScan100 AT A GLANCE

 

• Space-saving sensor integration
• Precise detection of small and dark objects, even over large distances
• Can be adjusted flexibly to different application requirements
• High measurement availability, even under harsh outdoor ambient conditions
• High availability of the measurement data for efficient, reliable localization and navigation of mobile robots such as AGVs and AMRs
• Flexible connection technology and data integration
• High cost efficiency: Low acquisition and operating costs
• Flexible mounting and fast device exchange

• Compact, rugged housing
• Scanning range: 75 m (90% remission); angular resolution: 0.5° to 0.05°
• Dynamic Sensing Profiles
• High measurement accuracy – measurement noise, scan field flatness and angular accuracy
• Scan rate: 15 Hz to 50 Hz
• Multi-echo technology
• Drivers: ROS, C++ and Python
• Integrated applications like contour localization on the picoScan150-LOC

Advantages

Compact. Powerful. Cost-effective.

The picoScan100 2D LiDAR sensors from SICK combine a high performance and future proof hardware with numerous practical software functions in a compact and rugged housing. And best of all: A tailored solution for almost any application can be assembled using the product configurator. That’s what we call cost-effectiveness.

The picoScan100 – fit for a wide range of applications

The picoScan100 is suitable for many different applications and requirements. This is why the picoScan100 also comes with numerous intelligent features and was thoroughly tested during its development.

The picoScan100 and its features in use

Exceptional quality – tested in the laboratory and in extreme ambient conditions

Everything that a good 2D LiDAR sensor requires

The picoScan100 covers a large working range. The working range is defined by a wide field of view and high scanning ranges. It is also important to be able to reliably detect small and dark objects.

Core, Prime, Pro and lots more – configurable for your requirements

With the picoScan120 and the picoScan150, two variants of the 2D LiDAR sensors are available. While the picoScan120 offers defined SensorApps and software functions, the picoScan150 is also available in the three basic versions Core, Prime or Pro. These differ in regard to their maximum scanning range, angular resolution, and scan rate. After selecting the basic version, further sensor apps and numerous software functions can be added in the product configurator. Features such as multi-echo or the orientation of the system plug can be configured in this way.

picoScan120
The compact picoScan120 enables reliable and precise navigation of autonomous mobile robots in indoor areas thanks to high-quality measurement data and predefined software functions. The integrated cables also reduce the mounting space required.

picoScan150 Core
With the picoScan150 Core, you receive a high performance sensor with a working range of up to 25 m that covers a wide range of applications. Additional SensorApps and software functions can optionally be ordered.

picoScan150 Prime
With a working range of up to 60 m, this version is ideal for demanding applications such as localizing autonomous mobile robots or mapping large spaces. Thanks to numerous optional SensorApps and software functions, you can precisely tailor the picoScan150 Prime to your requirements.

picoScan150 Pro
This type offers a scanning range of up to 120 m and full access to the available SensorApps and all software functions. With the picoScan150 Pro, you receive the ideal combination of powerful measurement performance and a high level of flexibility.

Select a suitable version of the picoScan150 and configure your individual solution.

Diverse applications. One solution. picoScan100.

The picoScan100 2D LiDAR sensor offers tailor-made solutions for a wide range of applications. Whether used for the navigation of small autonomous mobile robots

(AMRs), as a driver assistance system in industrial trucks, or in stationary applications, the picoScan100 can be easily integrated into almost any application – even in outdoor areas – thanks to its compact size.

Ideal for outdoor use

Even in rain, fog, dust, strong sunlight or cold: Thanks to its rugged design and intelligent software functions, the picoScan100 reliably perceives its environment even in outdoor areas. It ensures a high data availability even when subjected to external shocks or vibrations.

More than just measurement data

When acquiring measurement data, the measurement core can be flexibly parameterized to suit the application via Dynamic Sensing Profiles. The accurate measurement data feature a precise time stamp and also provide additional information such as RSSI (Received Signal Strength Indicator) values or information about reflectors.

Dynamic Sensing Profiles
Adaptation of the measurement core parameters during operation and without rebooting for dynamic adjustment to the specific requirements in subtasks of the LiDAR sensor.

“One size fits all” sensor using AMRs as an example: From very accurate close range

measuring tasks for fine positioning, e.g. docking at a charging station, right through to environment perception in navigation tasks with a large working range and fast response times for collision avoidance.

High measurement data accuracy
With a low statistical error of typ. ≤ 2 mm (0.05 m … 5 m) and a low angular error (typ. ≤ 0.005°), the picoScan150 delivers accurate data. Thanks to the precise scan field flatness of ± 1°, the picoScan150 delivers very accurate data even in the vertical direction. The high measurement data quality thereby obtained means less compensation is required in localization algorithms, and precise positioning can be achieved for mobile platforms.

Wide variety of software solutions – quickly and easily integrated

Besides the sensor characteristics, parameterization and efficient further processing of data are essential. SICK provides a wide portfolio of integrated applications, additional software functions and digital accessories for this purpose. The picoScan150-LOC variants, for example, offer integrated localization solutions with no additional hardware.