RoboSense Airy Lite LiDAR Compact 360 High Precision Sensor for Robotics

The RoboSense Airy Lite is an ultra-compact 360 digital LiDAR specifically engineered for robotics applications. It adopts a digital architecture and features a 360 45 omnidirectional FOV, ultra-long detection range of 60m, and high perception precision of 1 cm @1, delivering large-area, high-accuracy perception capability. With a compact body and a 20 mm low-profile window, Airy Lite can be easily embedded into various devices. It also offers strong resistance to collision, vibration, and shock, making it highly durable.

Airy Lite provides structured point clouds and is algorithm-friendly, enabling real-time detection of objects in 3D space, helping robots efficiently perform localization, mapping, navigation, and obstacle avoidance.

Whether it’s complex terrain detection or irregular obstacle recognition, Airy Lite performs outstandingly, making it an ideal choice for perception upgrades in robotic applications across consumer, industrial, and commercial scenarios.

Features

• Ultra-Compact Design: Dimensions of 69 64 62 mm with a 20 mm low-profile window, easily embedded into space-constrained robotic platforms
• Lightweight & Durable: Weighing only 210 10 g with robust resistance to collision, vibration, and shock for reliable long-term operation
• 360 45 Omnidirectional FOV: Full horizontal coverage with 45 vertical field of view (11.5 ~ +33.5) for comprehensive surroundings perception
• Up to 60m Detection Range: 40 m @ 10% reflectivity (718 channels) and 30 m @ 10% reflectivity (16 & 1924 channels), with a maximum range of 60 meters
• High-Precision Ranging: 0.5 cm accuracy at 010m range (718 channels) and 1 cm accuracy at 030m (16 & 1924 channels)
• 24-Channel Digital Architecture: Chip-based transceiver with high-sensitivity digital detection, generating algorithm-friendly structured point clouds
• Ultra-Low Power Consumption: Only 4.5W power draw, extending battery life for mobile robotic applications
• IP67 Ingress Protection: Dust-proof and waterproof for reliable indoor and outdoor operation in demanding environments
• Class 1 Eye-Safe Laser: 940 nm wavelength laser classified as IEC Class 1, safe for human-robot collaborative workspaces
• RS485 Data Interface: Compact serial communication with GPRMC + 1PPS time synchronization for precise sensor fusion

Specifications

Application

The RoboSense Airy Lite is purpose-built for a wide range of robotic and automation applications requiring compact, reliable 3D perception:

• Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR): Real-time obstacle detection and avoidance in warehouse and factory environments
• Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV): Precise navigation and path planning with structured 3D point cloud data
• Delivery Robots: Urban and last-mile delivery with reliable pedestrian and obstacle detection
• Cleaning Robots: Indoor mapping and coverage path planning for commercial and residential cleaning
• Consumer Robotics: Compact 3D perception for home robots, toy robots, and educational platforms
• Service Robots: Human-robot interaction environments requiring safe Class 1 laser operation
• Quadruped / Legged Robots: Lightweight sensor payload for terrain mapping and locomotion planning
• Unmanned Forklifts: Docking assistance, pallet detection, and warehouse navigation

Packing List

FAQ

Q1: What is the detection range of the Airy Lite?
A: The Airy Lite provides 40 m @ 10% reflectivity for channels 718 and 30 m @ 10% reflectivity for channels 16 and 1924. The maximum detection range reaches up to 60 meters under optimal conditions.

Q2: How accurate is the Airy Lite?
A: The Airy Lite delivers 0.5 cm accuracy (1) at 010m range for channels 718, and 1 cm accuracy at 030m for channels 16 and 1924, providing precise 3D environmental perception.

Q3: Is the Airy Lite compatible with ROS/ROS2?
A: The Airy Lite uses an RS485 data interface with structured point cloud output (spatial coordinates, intensity, timestamp). Community-developed ROS drivers are available for integration with ROS and ROS2-based robotic systems.

Q4: Can the Airy Lite be used outdoors?
A: Yes, the Airy Lite features IP67 ingress protection and an operating temperature range of 20C to +60C, ensuring reliable performance in both indoor and outdoor environments.

Q5: What power supply does the Airy Lite require?
A: The Airy Lite operates on 10V to 16V DC with a typical power consumption of only 4.5W, making it highly efficient and compatible with most robotic battery systems.

Q6: Is the 940nm laser safe for human-robot collaboration?
A: Yes, the Airy Lite uses a 940 nm Class 1 eye-safe laser, making it completely safe for deployment in environments where humans and robots work together.

Q7: How do I mount the Airy Lite on my robot?
A: With compact dimensions of 69 64 62 mm and a 20 mm low-profile window, the Airy Lite can be easily embedded into various devices. A mounting bracket kit is included for flexible installation on robotic platforms.

Q8: Does the Airy Lite support time synchronization?
A: Yes, the Airy Lite supports GPRMC with 1PPS time synchronization, enabling precise sensor data alignment with GPS and other timing sources for multi-sensor fusion applications.