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Why Robot Vision Still Struggles in Bright Sunlight
Episode 31 of The Robotics Podcast explores why robot vision systems fail so dramatically under bright, direct sunlight. Lucas and Luna break down the physics: why CMOS sensors saturate, how high-dynamic-range processing creates latency, and why a leading autonomous forklift startup had to add a physical shade hood to keep its cameras working in warehouse loading docks. They also discuss why lidar and thermal imaging aren't simple workarounds, and what the shift toward event-based cameras might mean. If you've ever wondered why self-driving cars still struggle on sunny days — this…
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