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Generally AI Episode 6: You Are Here

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Evolution of Robot Localization and Mapping Technologies

Exploring the journey of robotic localization from the Stanford cart's vision-based navigation in the 1970s to the advanced SLAM algorithm enabling precise mapping and positioning in modern autonomous vehicles. The chapter delves into concepts like dead reckoning, landmark referencing, and the role of LIDAR technology in enhancing localization accuracy. It also discusses the challenges of GPS in urban environments and the application of Bayesian probabilistic techniques to improve mapping precision.

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