Wheeltec R550 PLUS Auto ROS High Config AKM Robot with Auto Charging
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Wheeltec R550 PLUS Auto ROS High Config AKM Robot with Auto Charging
An industrial-grade autonomous vehicle base engineered for outdoor research and education. This platform integrates ROS and Autoware for perception, planning, and control, enabling real-time mapping, path planning, and autonomous navigation on complex terrains.
Model Overview
- Model: High-Precision ROS Autonomous Vehicle Base with C16 LiDAR and GNSS Navigation
- Main Controller: Industrial Edge Computer / NVIDIA Jetson Xavier NX / Orin NX (optional upgrade: RDK X5 or Raspberry Pi 5)
- Operating System: Ubuntu Linux pre-installed with ROS, Autoware, SLAM, and mapping packages
- Drive Structure: Ackermann steering architecture with independent DC drive motors and encoder feedback
- Perception: Integrated C16 LiDAR with 360° field of view for high-resolution environment scanning
- Positioning: RTK-based high-precision GNSS + IMU fusion for centimeter-level localization
- Control Software: ROS + Autoware.AI / Autoware.Universe for perception, planning, and control
- Motion Control: PID-regulated motor controllers with odometry fed into ROS nodes
- Power: 24 V DC battery system with BMS and power protection module
- Interfaces: USB / UART / CAN / Ethernet / Wi‑Fi / Bluetooth (optional 4G/5G module)
- Chassis: CNC‑machined aluminum alloy frame, IP65 waterproof for outdoor use
- Wheels and Suspension: Four-wheel Ackermann steering, shock-absorbing suspension, rubber tires
- Performance: Max speed 2.5 m/s, payload up to 30 kg
- Programming: Python / C++ for ROS nodes and Autoware development
- Certifications: CE / RoHS / Scientific Research Export Compliance
Key Features
- Outdoor-ready ROS autonomous vehicle base designed for real-world path planning and navigation using Autoware and SLAM frameworks.
- Integrated C16 3D LiDAR system with 360-beam coverage delivering dense point clouds for precise obstacle detection and mapping.
- High-precision GNSS + RTK localization fusing IMU for centimeter-level positioning accuracy and stable trajectory control.
- Autoware AI/Autoware Universe software stack supporting modular perception, planning, and control pipelines.
- Ackermann steering control mechanism emulating automotive kinematics for research in motion planning and lane tracking.
- Industrial outdoor design: IP65 chassis and shock-resistant construction for reliable operation in varied weather and terrain.
- Modular sensor expansion compatible with LiDAR, HD RGB camera, depth camera, stereo vision, and GNSS modules.
- Ideal for research and education: universities, autonomous driving labs, and applied AI development centers.
Navigation and Mapping
- LIO-SLAM and Cartographer for real-time mapping and loop-closure optimized localization.
- Autoware AD modules for semantic perception, behavior planning, and trajectory generation.
- Path planning and obstacle avoidance pipelines tuned for outdoor environments.
Sensors and Expansion Options
- Included: C16 LiDAR with 360° FOV
- Optional: HD RGB camera, depth camera, IMU, GNSS RTK station, ultrasonic sensors
- Communication upgrades: 4G/5G module for remote teleoperation and cloud connectivity
Applications
- Outdoor autonomous navigation and waypoint following
- LiDAR-SLAM mapping and dataset collection
- AI perception research and multi-sensor fusion
- Driverless vehicle training and prototyping
- University autonomous driving projects and coursework
Technical Specifications
| Main Controller | Industrial Edge Computer / NVIDIA Jetson Xavier NX / Orin NX (optional RDK X5 or Raspberry Pi 5) |
| Operating System | Ubuntu Linux with ROS, Autoware, SLAM, and mapping packages pre-installed |
| Drive Structure | Ackermann steering, independent DC motors with encoder feedback |
| Navigation and Mapping | LIO-SLAM, Cartographer, Autoware AD modules |
| Perception | C16 LiDAR, 360° FOV, high-resolution point cloud |
| Positioning | RTK GNSS + IMU fusion, centimeter-level localization |
| Control Software | ROS + Autoware.AI / Autoware.Universe |
| Motion Controllers | PID motor controllers with odometry to ROS nodes |
| Power Supply | 24 V DC battery with BMS and protection |
| Interfaces | USB / UART / CAN / Ethernet / Wi‑Fi / Bluetooth (optional 4G/5G) |
| Chassis Material | CNC aluminum alloy, IP65 waterproof |
| Wheels and Suspension | Four-wheel Ackermann, shock-absorbing suspension, rubber tires |
| Speed and Payload | Max 2.5 m/s, payload up to 30 kg |
| Programming Languages | Python, C++ |
| Certifications | CE, RoHS, Scientific Research Export Compliance |
What You Can Build
- End-to-end autonomous driving demos using Autoware perception, planning, and control stacks
- High-fidelity outdoor maps with LiDAR-IMU tight coupling and RTK absolute referencing
- Custom AI pipelines for object detection, tracking, and semantic segmentation
- Education curricula and lab exercises on vehicle kinematics and ROS-based autonomy
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Effective Date: August 7, 2025
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1. Warranty Disclaimer
Unless explicitly stated in a specific agreement or purchase order, OpenELAB makes no warranties—express or implied—regarding the fitness, suitability, or merchantability of any product for a particular purpose or special use.
2. Warranty Policy
Warranty Period
The standard warranty period for products sold by OpenELAB is 12 months from the date of delivery.
Under this warranty, OpenELAB will make a reasonable effort to repair or replace products free of charge if defects are due to issues with raw materials, design, or manufacturing.
If the defect qualifies under this policy but falls outside the covered scope, reasonable charges may apply for repair or replacement.
After the warranty period, support may still be available at a reasonable fee.
Warranty Exclusions
The warranty does not apply in the following cases:
- The product is beyond the 12-month warranty period.
- Damage due to misuse, improper maintenance or storage, or failure to follow the user guide or manual.
- Issues caused by Force Majeure events (e.g., natural disasters, war, legal changes, etc.).
- Unauthorized repair attempts by the customer.
- The product is not defective but has been opened and is non-returnable by policy.
3. Returns & Refunds
If you're not satisfied with your purchase, you may be eligible for a return or exchange:
- Return for Refund: Within 15 days of receipt (unopened).
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- Exchange Window: Up to 30 days from receipt.
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- If a return is requested due to customer reasons (e.g., change of mind, incorrect order, etc.), both the original shipping cost and the return shipping cost will be deducted from the refund amount.
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Shopify Payments: 1.8% + €0.3
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