Hello ROS community!
I’ve been working on evolving the Rahal Robot to fully utilize the power of ROS 2 Humble and Gazebo Sim, and I’m thrilled to share the progress with you all! This project has been a rewarding experience, bringing new life to a ROS 1 classic and adapting it to modern robotics needs.
What’s New?
- Transitioned the Rahal Robot to ROS 2 with a refined SDF model, ensuring full compatibility with Gazebo Sim.
- Enhanced perception by adding LiDAR and a camera, enabling improved mapping and object detection.
- Integrated slam_toolbox for autonomous mapping and better localization capabilities.
- Added a personal touch by incorporating the Arab Meet logo into the Gazebo Sim model.
Why This Matters
The migration to ROS 2 Humble not only modernizes the Rahal Robot but also sets the stage for future innovations. With better tools, updated simulation environments, and enhanced navigation possibilities, this robot is ready to tackle new challenges.
The original ROS 1 version that inspired this journey can be found here:
Original Rahal Robot Repository
For ROS 2 enthusiasts, you can explore my upgraded version, which includes updated code, documentation, and simulation files, here:
My Rahal Robot Repository
What’s Next?
I’m excited to explore Nav2 to push the navigation capabilities even further. This project is just the beginning, and I can’t wait to see where it leads.
Your feedback, suggestions, and collaborations are always welcome. Let’s continue innovating together in this amazing ROS community!
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