What is Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM)?

28/04/2025 14 min Episodio 7

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In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) — a groundbreaking technology revolutionizing everything from autonomous vehicles to construction, robotics, and healthcare. We explore how SLAM allows mobile systems to map and navigate environments in real time using a combination of sensors like LiDAR, cameras, radar, and inertial measurement units.You’ll discover how SLAM is already a part of your daily life — powering robotic vacuums, self-driving cars, and drones — and how it's rapidly reshaping industries. We break down how SLAM contributes to high-precision 3D mapping, improves autonomous navigation, enhances robotics automation, and facilitates digital twins and BIM integration in architecture and construction.We'll also explore:The role of LiDAR SLAM in creating high-resolution point clouds.How SLAM is enabling real-time 3D mapping in GPS-denied environments like underground tunnels and indoor spaces.For more information, visit https://alterpex.com/blog/slam