Multi-modal Sensor Fusion and 3D LiDARs for Vehicle Applications
A special issue of Sensors (ISSN 1424-8220). This special issue belongs to the section "Vehicular Sensing".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (31 August 2024) | Viewed by 23508
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
"Multi-Modal Sensor Fusion and 3D LiDARs for Vehicle Applications" is a Special Issue focused on the latest research and developments in the field of sensor fusion and 3D LiDAR technology for vehicles. The aim of this Special Issue is to bring together leading experts from academia and the industry to share their latest findings and advancements in this rapidly evolving field.
Sensor fusion is the process of combining data from multiple transducers to improve their robustness and performance. In the context of vehicle applications, sensor fusion is used to enhance the capabilities of mobile robots, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and self-driving cars. By combining measurements from multiple sensors, such as cameras, radars, and LiDARs, a vehicle can perceive its environment more accurately and make better decisions in real-time. Sensor fusion also enables the sensor’s failures to be handled and provides robustness in adverse conditions.
Modern 3D LiDARs work by simultaneously emitting multiple laser beams and capturing the elapsed times for the beams to bounce back. This technology has become a key component for autonomous navigation because it perceives the surroundings in a precise and fast way. The 3D LiDAR data can be used for both static and dynamic obstacle detection, which is a crucial capability for the development of self-driving cars.
The Guest Editor invites contributions to this Special Issue in topics including but not limited to:
- Sensor fusion algorithms;
- 3D LiDARs for perception and localization;
- Obstacle detection and tracking;
- Multi-modal sensor fusion for ADAS and autonomous vehicles;
- LiDAR-camera fusion;
- LiDAR-radar fusion;
- Robustness and safety of multi-modal sensor fusion systems.
Overall, this Special Issue will provide a comprehensive view of the latest research and developments in the field of sensor fusion and 3D LiDAR technology for vehicle applications. It will be a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, and practitioners working in this field, providing them with the latest insights and advancements in this exciting field.
Prof. Dr. Jesús Morales
Guest Editor
Manuscript Submission Information
Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 100 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for announcement on this website.
Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Sensors is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.
Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2600 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.
Keywords
- mobile robot
- sensor fusion
- multi-modal sensors
- 3D LiDAR
- robust systems
- localization
- obstacle detection
Benefits of Publishing in a Special Issue
- Ease of navigation: Grouping papers by topic helps scholars navigate broad scope journals more efficiently.
- Greater discoverability: Special Issues support the reach and impact of scientific research. Articles in Special Issues are more discoverable and cited more frequently.
- Expansion of research network: Special Issues facilitate connections among authors, fostering scientific collaborations.
- External promotion: Articles in Special Issues are often promoted through the journal's social media, increasing their visibility.
- e-Book format: Special Issues with more than 10 articles can be published as dedicated e-books, ensuring wide and rapid dissemination.
Further information on MDPI's Special Issue policies can be found here.