Area MaPPing
Area mapping encompasses the creation of spatial representations of environments using various sensor data, aiming for accurate localization and robust mapping in diverse conditions. Current research emphasizes improving the accuracy and efficiency of mapping algorithms, particularly through the integration of deep learning for feature extraction and improved outlier rejection, and the use of multi-sensor fusion (e.g., LiDAR, cameras, UWB) to enhance robustness. These advancements are crucial for autonomous systems in various fields, including robotics, autonomous vehicles, and environmental monitoring, enabling more reliable navigation and scene understanding.
Papers
SCIM: Simultaneous Clustering, Inference, and Mapping for Open-World Semantic Scene Understanding
Hermann Blum, Marcus G. Müller, Abel Gawel, Roland Siegwart, Cesar Cadena
Object Structural Points Representation for Graph-based Semantic Monocular Localization and Mapping
Davide Tateo, Davide Antonio Cucci, Matteo Matteucci, Andrea Bonarini
Classification and mapping of low-statured 'shrubland' cover types in post-agricultural landscapes of the US Northeast
Michael J Mahoney, Lucas K Johnson, Abigail Z Guinan, Colin M Beier
A Balanced Data Approach for Evaluating Cross-Lingual Transfer: Mapping the Linguistic Blood Bank
Dan Malkin, Tomasz Limisiewicz, Gabriel Stanovsky