An evaluation of 2D SLAM techniques available in Robot Operating System

@article{Santos2013AnEO,
  title={An evaluation of 2D SLAM techniques available in Robot Operating System},
  author={Jo{\~a}o Machado Santos and David Portugal and Rui P. Rocha},
  journal={2013 IEEE International Symposium on Safety, Security, and Rescue Robotics (SSRR)},
  year={2013},
  pages={1-6}
}
In this work, a study of several laser-based 2D Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) techniques available in Robot Operating System (ROS) is conducted. [] Key Result Such analysis is fundamental to decide which solution to adopt according to the properties of the intended final application.
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