Range finder sensors are widely used in the obstacle detection and collision avoidance applications. In this research, we propose rotating range finder sensor that provides economic and efficient solution for mobile robot applications. Rotating approach is achieved by coupling the range sensors with servomotor. In this article, rotating approach model design, main parameters, equations and limitation are described. In addition, an algorithm is developed to control the rotation angle of the range sensor, extract data from the approach and analyze it. A case study of the rotating approach by implementing ultrasonic sensor is simulated and the results are obtained. Simulation platform Gazebo and ROS are used to simulate the rotating approach.

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