Powering the Future of Robotics Research
A new powerful application for robotics researchers and developers has launched on UCloud: ROS2 (Robot Operating System 2). This open-source middleware and development toolkit offers a flexible and modular framework designed to simplify the development of complex robot software. The app provides a standardised set of tools, libraries, and conventions that streamline the process of building robust and scalable robotic applications.
“By combining the flexibility of ROS2 with the scalability and accessibility of UCloud, we’re enabling researchers to prototype, test, and deploy robotic systems more efficiently than ever before,” says Dr. Federica Lo Verso, computational scientists at the SDU eScience Center’s research support team. Federica has been the responsible developer for implementing the ROS2 app on UCloud.
Key features of ROS2 include:
- Standardised Framework: Reduces development time and cost by offering common tools and libraries.
- Modular Design: Easy integration of sensors, algorithms, and new technologies.
- Robust Communication: Enables seamless communication between software components.
- Developer Tools: Such as simulators and libraries for different tasks ranging from sensor drivers to advanced algorithms for navigation and mapping.
- Advanced Capabilities: Supports multi-robot systems, real-time applications, production environment and operation in challenging network environments.
Why Use ROS2 on UCloud?
Running ROS2 on UCloud brings several advantages, especially for researchers in engineering, AI and robotics:
- Access to Scalable Computing Resources: Run simulations and process data using UCloud’s powerful infrastructure.
- Secure Environment: Work within a trusted and protected platform, ideal for research and collaboration.
- Pre-installed Distributions: The ROS2 app includes three major distributions – Humble, Jazzy, and Kilted – so you can choose the version that best fits your project needs.
- Integrated Visualisation Tools: Both RViz2 and Gazebo are included, enabling real-time visualization and simulation of robotic systems.
Whether you’re developing autonomous drones, robotic arms, or mobile robots, the ROS2 app on UCloud provides the tools and computing power you need to bring your ideas to life. Get started today on UCloud and explore the future of robotics with ROS2.
