TOF Lidar Range Finder Sensor Accurate Distance Measurement for Pixhawk Raspberry Pi Drones

TOF Lidar Range Finder Sensor Accurate Distance Measurement for Pixhawk Raspberry Pi Drones Description

TFLuna SinglePoint Micro Ranging TOF Module Short description A compact timeofflight singlepoint ranging module that provides direct distance measurements for integration with flight controllers, single board computers, and embedded systems. Designed for straightforward connection to Pixhawk flight controllers and Raspberry Pi projects, the TFLuna module delivers reliable, realtime distance data for navigation, obstacle sensing, and automation tasks. Key benefits Accurate singlepoint distance measurement using timeofflight sensing for direct and interpretable range output. Simple integration with Pixhawk and Raspberry Pi systems for rapid prototyping and deployment. Small footprint and lightweight design to minimize impact on payload and system layout. Low power operation suitable for batterypowered and mobile applications. Stable performance across common indoor and outdoor lighting conditions due to TOF measurement principle. What it does and how it helps Measures the distance to a single target point in real time, allowing control systems to react quickly to obstacles or terrain. Supplies a compact, dedicated sensing element so developers can add range feedback without redesigning core hardware. Reduces development time by offering a plugin sensor option for common platforms like Pixhawk and Raspberry Pi. Key attributes Function: Singlepoint distance measurement based on timeofflight technology. Compatibility: Designed for integration with Pixhawk flight controllers and Raspberry Pi single board computers. Size and weight: Small footprint and lightweight form factor for use on drones, robots, and compact devices. Construction: Durable module build suitable for embedded and mobile applications. Performance: Realtime distance output with a response rate suitable for navigation and obstacle detection tasks. Typical applications Drone altitude maintenance and lowaltitude obstacle avoidance: provides distance feedback for hover stability and terrain following when integrated with a Pixhawk controller. Mobile robot navigation and object detection: supplies shortrange distance data to Raspberry Pi based robots for collision avoidance and path planning. Industrial and automation sensing: useful for simple presence detection, conveyor monitoring, or bin level checks where a singlepoint range reading is sufficient. Integration notes Intended for direct connection to common controller and computer platforms. Check pinout and communication requirements during installation. Compact form factor allows mounting near existing sensor stacks or on lightweight frames with minimal modification. Ideal for prototype development and integration into larger sensing suites where a focused singlepoint range measurement is required. Why choose this module Provides a focused, easytointegrate timeofflight distance sensor for projects that need reliable singlepoint ranging without large size or power requirements. Compatible with Pixhawk and Raspberry Pi platforms to support a wide range of aerial, mobile, and embedded applications.