Quick Start
The Pursuit autopilot is designed to focus more on simple user interface with a tablet + touch style. Most users only need to click and slide buttons to conduct their missions. The following guideline presents steps to command a ground vehicle equipped with our Pursuit autopilot.
Mission Mode (For Users)
Installation and Wiring
Attach the Pursuit autopilot to the top surface of the vehicle using 3M adhesive.
The autopilot needs to be used in conjunction with RTK and LiDAR. Install the RTK at the highest point of the unmanned vehicle using a bracket, and connect the LiDAR to the host computer.
Connect the CAN interface, RTK interface, and USB communication interface to the chassis, RTK, and host computer, respectively, according to the requirements.
Provide power to the host computer and power the autopilot using the vehicle’s 12V DC power supply.
Start the Onboard Computer ROS Nodes
For machines officially configured by us, the onboard computer will automatically run the relevant nodes after startup, which is dependent on product options. For models with RTK navigation and automatic obstacle avoidance functions, users can also use a convenient script to execute them.
cd ~/catkinws_nav bash run_pursuit_agv_nodes.shStart the Ground Control Software
Download the Ground Station APP, http://qgroundcontrol.com
Connect the ground station computer to the telemetry communication module via a Micro USB cable.
Open the ground station and wait for the automatic connection.
Waypoint Mission
Enter the mission setup page.
Add waypoints as shown in the figure.
Upload the waypoints, swipe right to unlock and start the mission, and the vehicle will follow the mission autonomously.
Survey Mission
Enter the mission setup page.
Add a pattern, create a mapping pattern, and select the cruise mission area as shown in the figure.
Upload the area trajectory points, swipe right to unlock and start the mission, and the vehicle will follow the generated trajectory.
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