This project aims to collect data on roller coasters Around The World to make SLAM Harder Better Faster Stronger.
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Roller coasters can be considered as an ideal platform for SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping) research due to several reasons:
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Controlled Environment: Roller coasters operate within a controlled environment, where the track layout is predetermined and the position of the vehicle is precisely known at all times. This allows researchers to collect accurate data and validate their SLAM algorithms in a controlled setting.
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Dynamic Motion: Roller coasters involve fast-paced, dynamic motion with rapid changes in speed, acceleration, and direction. This challenges SLAM algorithms to accurately estimate the vehicle's pose and map the surroundings while dealing with significant motion disturbances.
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Sensor Fusion: Roller coasters provide opportunities for sensor fusion by integrating multiple sensors such as GPS, IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit), LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging), cameras, etc., on the coaster cars or along the track. Sensor fusion enables better localization accuracy and richer mapping information.
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Perception Challenges: Roller coasters often traverse through various terrains, tunnels, obstacles, and structures. These diverse environments present perceptual challenges for SLAM algorithms to handle occlusions, loop closures, feature extraction, mapping dynamic objects (such as other riders or operators), etc.
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Real-Time Applications: Roller coaster SLAM research can have practical applications beyond amusement parks. It can be applied to autonomous vehicles navigating complex environments where high-speed maneuvers are required while maintaining accurate localization and mapping capabilities.
By utilizing roller coasters as a testbed for SLAM research, scientists and engineers can develop more robust algorithms that improve navigation systems in various real-world scenarios beyond amusement parks.
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