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524 general distance measurement of not detected objects for lidar data #558

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  • Added clustering functionality for LiDAR data processing.
  • Refactored the existing node code by modularizing it into functions for better readability and maintainability.

Fixes #524

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Most important is the function start_clustering which is called in the callback function. It starts the whole clustering process.

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  • New Features

    • Enhanced clustering and image processing capabilities for LiDAR data.
    • New methods introduced for clustering, publishing clusters, and calculating distance images.
  • Bug Fixes

    • Improved error handling for cases with no generated clusters.
  • Documentation

    • Updated docstrings for clarity on method purposes and parameters.

- Refactored the existing node code by modularizing it into functions for better readability and maintainability.
…zing it into functions for better readability and maintainability.
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The changes in this pull request involve minor formatting adjustments and comments in the launch configuration for a perception system, alongside significant enhancements to the LidarDistance class in lidar_distance.py. The enhancements focus on clustering and image processing of LiDAR data, introducing new methods for clustering, image calculation, and data publishing. Additionally, several utility functions are added to support these operations, improving the overall structure and functionality of the class.

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code/perception/launch/perception.launch Minor formatting adjustments and comments reformatting without functional changes.
code/perception/src/lidar_distance.py Enhanced LidarDistance class with new methods for clustering and image processing; added utility functions.

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Implementation of distance measurement of not detected objects for lidar data (#524)

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@michalal7 michalal7 requested a review from Ralf524 December 11, 2024 13:53
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🧹 Outside diff range and nitpick comments (8)
code/perception/src/lidar_distance.py (6)

2-9: Import Statements Optimization and Possible Missing Imports

The newly added imports introduce significant functionalities like parallel processing (Parallel, delayed), clustering (DBSCAN), and image conversion (CvBridge). Ensure that all these libraries are installed in your environment and included in your requirements.txt or setup.py to avoid runtime errors.

Additionally, if you're using rospy and ros_numpy, it's good practice to group imports from the same library together for readability.


147-166: Optimize Image Calculation Functions

Currently, the start_image_calculation method calls multiple image calculation functions sequentially, which can be time-consuming.

Consider using multithreading or multiprocessing to parallelize image calculations:

+import threading

 def start_image_calculation(self, data):
     ...
     threads = []
     directions = ["Center", "Back", "Left", "Right"]
     for direction in directions:
         thread = threading.Thread(target=self.calculate_image, args=(coordinates, direction, processed_images))
         threads.append(thread)
         thread.start()
     for thread in threads:
         thread.join()
     self.publish_images(processed_images, data.header)

And then refactor your calculation functions into a single calculate_image method.


Line range hint 167-244: Reduce Code Duplication in Image Calculation Methods

The methods calculate_image_center, calculate_image_back, calculate_image_left, and calculate_image_right share a lot of duplicated code.

Refactor these methods into a single method with parameters to handle different focuses.

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-def calculate_image(self, coordinates, focus):
+def calculate_image(self, coordinates, focus):
     # Set bounding box parameters based on focus
     if focus == "Center":
         bounding_params = {"max_x": np.inf, "min_x": 0.0, "min_z": -1.6}
     elif focus == "Back":
         bounding_params = {"max_x": 0.0, "min_x": -np.inf, "min_z": -1.6}
     elif focus == "Left":
         bounding_params = {"max_y": np.inf, "min_y": 0.0, "min_z": -1.6}
     elif focus == "Right":
         bounding_params = {"max_y": -0.0, "min_y": -np.inf, "min_z": -1.6}
     else:
         return None  # Invalid focus

     reconstruct_bit_mask = lidar_filter_utility.bounding_box(
         coordinates, **bounding_params
     )
     reconstruct_coordinates = coordinates[reconstruct_bit_mask]
     reconstruct_coordinates_xyz = np.array(
         lidar_filter_utility.remove_field_name(
             reconstruct_coordinates, "intensity"
         ).tolist()
     )
     dist_array = self.reconstruct_img_from_lidar(
         reconstruct_coordinates_xyz, focus=focus
     )
     return dist_array

Then, update start_image_calculation to use this method.

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245-270: Potential Bug in Publishing Images

In the publish_images method, all the if statements should be elif to prevent multiple condition checks once a match is found.

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if direction == "Center":
    self.dist_array_center_publisher.publish(dist_array_msg)
- if direction == "Back":
+ elif direction == "Back":
    self.dist_array_back_publisher.publish(dist_array_msg)
- if direction == "Left":
+ elif direction == "Left":
    self.dist_array_left_publisher.publish(dist_array_msg)
- if direction == "Right":
+ elif direction == "Right":
    self.dist_array_right_publisher.publish(dist_array_msg)

347-372: Redundant Function array_to_pointcloud2

The function array_to_pointcloud2 seems redundant since ros_numpy already provides a similar utility.

Consider removing this function or ensure it provides additional functionality beyond the existing utilities.


464-473: Improve Logging and Error Handling in Clustering Function

In cluster_lidar_data_from_pointcloud, excessive logging at error level can clutter the logs.

Change the log level to rospy.logwarn for empty input arrays.

Also, ensure that you handle cases where xyz is empty to prevent potential exceptions.

code/agent/config/rviz_config.rviz (2)

3-9: Adjust GUI Layout for Optimal Visibility

The changes in Help Height and Tree Height affect the user interface layout.

Ensure that these values provide the best experience for users on different screen resolutions.


Line range hint 342-360: Camera View Adjustments

The changes to Distance, Pitch, and Yaw adjust the default camera view in RViz.

Verify that these settings provide a useful initial view for users.

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code/perception/src/lidar_distance.py (2)

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In line 139, you set pointcloud_msg.header = data_header after setting pointcloud_msg.header.stamp. This might overwrite the timestamp you've just set.

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 pointcloud_msg = ros_numpy.point_cloud2.array_to_pointcloud2(combined_clusters)
-pointcloud_msg.header = data_header
 pointcloud_msg.header.stamp = rospy.Time.now()
+pointcloud_msg.header = data_header

Ensure that data_header includes the correct timestamp or set the stamp after assigning the header.

Likely invalid or redundant comment.


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Using "passthrough" encoding is appropriate for this LiDAR distance array

The current encoding is correct because:

  • The image array is a reconstructed 2D distance array from LiDAR data, not a standard RGB/BGR image
  • "passthrough" is the appropriate encoding when dealing with raw numerical data arrays that don't conform to standard image formats
  • Other image conversions in the codebase (in vision_node.py) explicitly use "rgb8" when dealing with actual RGB images, showing intentional encoding choices
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    • Debug port configuration via --debug_port=53000
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67-70: Confirm Visibility Settings for PointCloud2 Data

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Ensure that these settings are compatible with the data being visualized and that they enhance the visualization appropriately.


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Make sure that the topics /paf/hero/dist_clustered and others are publishing data as expected.

@@ -18,19 +18,159 @@ class LidarDistance:
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cluster_buffer = []
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⚠️ Potential issue

Avoid Using Mutable Default Class Attributes

Defining cluster_buffer as a class variable can lead to unexpected behaviors, especially in a multithreaded environment or when multiple instances of the class are created. It is better to initialize it within the __init__ method as an instance variable.

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-class LidarDistance:
+class LidarDistance:
+    def __init__(self):
+        self.cluster_buffer = []

-    cluster_buffer = []

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"""
Filtert LiDAR-Punktwolken, führt Clustering durch und veröffentlicht die kombinierten Cluster.

:param data: a PointCloud2
:param data: LiDAR-Punktwolken im ROS PointCloud2-Format.
"""

# Punktwolken filtern, um irrelevante Daten zu entfernen
coordinates = ros_numpy.point_cloud2.pointcloud2_to_array(data)
filtered_coordinates = coordinates[
~(
(-2 <= coordinates["x"])
& (coordinates["x"] <= 2)
& (-1 <= coordinates["y"])
& (coordinates["y"] <= 1)
) # Ausschluss von Punkten die das eigene Auto betreffen
& (
coordinates["z"] > -1.7 + 0.05
) # Mindesthöhe in z, um die Straße nicht zu clustern
]

# Cluster-Daten aus den gefilterten Koordinaten berechnen
clustered_points = cluster_lidar_data_from_pointcloud(
coordinates=filtered_coordinates
)

# Center
# Nur gültige Cluster-Daten speichern
if clustered_points:
LidarDistance.cluster_buffer.append(clustered_points)
else:
rospy.logwarn("Keine Cluster-Daten erzeugt.")

# Cluster kombinieren
combined_clusters = combine_clusters(LidarDistance.cluster_buffer)

LidarDistance.cluster_buffer = []

# Veröffentliche die kombinierten Cluster
self.publish_clusters(combined_clusters, data.header)
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Improve Clustering Function Error Handling and Logic

Several issues were identified in the start_clustering method:

  1. Yoda Conditions Detected: Lines 103 and 105 use Yoda conditions, which can reduce readability.

  2. Static Analysis Warning: As per the static analysis hints, rewrite the conditions to avoid Yoda conditions.

Apply this diff to fix the Yoda conditions:

-(-2 <= coordinates["x"])
+ (coordinates["x"] >= -2)

-(-1 <= coordinates["y"])
+ (coordinates["y"] >= -1)
  1. Appending to a Class Variable: Using LidarDistance.cluster_buffer.append(...) can cause issues as mentioned previously. Replace it with self.cluster_buffer.

  2. Handling Empty Cluster Cases: The else block logs a warning when no clusters are generated, but the code proceeds to combine and publish clusters regardless. Consider adding a condition to skip publishing if there are no clusters.

Apply this diff to address these issues:

-def start_clustering(self, data):
+def start_clustering(self, data):
     ...

-    # Only store valid cluster data
     if clustered_points:
-        LidarDistance.cluster_buffer.append(clustered_points)
+        self.cluster_buffer.append(clustered_points)
-    else:
+    else:
         rospy.logwarn("Keine Cluster-Daten erzeugt.")
+        return  # Exit the method if no clusters are generated

     # Combine clusters
-    combined_clusters = combine_clusters(LidarDistance.cluster_buffer)
+    combined_clusters = combine_clusters(self.cluster_buffer)

-    LidarDistance.cluster_buffer = []
+    self.cluster_buffer = []
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"""
Filtert LiDAR-Punktwolken, führt Clustering durch und veröffentlicht die kombinierten Cluster.
:param data: a PointCloud2
:param data: LiDAR-Punktwolken im ROS PointCloud2-Format.
"""
# Punktwolken filtern, um irrelevante Daten zu entfernen
coordinates = ros_numpy.point_cloud2.pointcloud2_to_array(data)
filtered_coordinates = coordinates[
~(
(-2 <= coordinates["x"])
& (coordinates["x"] <= 2)
& (-1 <= coordinates["y"])
& (coordinates["y"] <= 1)
) # Ausschluss von Punkten die das eigene Auto betreffen
& (
coordinates["z"] > -1.7 + 0.05
) # Mindesthöhe in z, um die Straße nicht zu clustern
]
# Cluster-Daten aus den gefilterten Koordinaten berechnen
clustered_points = cluster_lidar_data_from_pointcloud(
coordinates=filtered_coordinates
)
# Center
# Nur gültige Cluster-Daten speichern
if clustered_points:
LidarDistance.cluster_buffer.append(clustered_points)
else:
rospy.logwarn("Keine Cluster-Daten erzeugt.")
# Cluster kombinieren
combined_clusters = combine_clusters(LidarDistance.cluster_buffer)
LidarDistance.cluster_buffer = []
# Veröffentliche die kombinierten Cluster
self.publish_clusters(combined_clusters, data.header)
"""
Filtert LiDAR-Punktwolken, führt Clustering durch und veröffentlicht die kombinierten Cluster.
:param data: LiDAR-Punktwolken im ROS PointCloud2-Format.
"""
# Punktwolken filtern, um irrelevante Daten zu entfernen
coordinates = ros_numpy.point_cloud2.pointcloud2_to_array(data)
filtered_coordinates = coordinates[
~(
(coordinates["x"] >= -2)
& (coordinates["x"] <= 2)
& (coordinates["y"] >= -1)
& (coordinates["y"] <= 1)
) # Ausschluss von Punkten die das eigene Auto betreffen
& (
coordinates["z"] > -1.7 + 0.05
) # Mindesthöhe in z, um die Straße nicht zu clustern
]
# Cluster-Daten aus den gefilterten Koordinaten berechnen
clustered_points = cluster_lidar_data_from_pointcloud(
coordinates=filtered_coordinates
)
# Nur gültige Cluster-Daten speichern
if clustered_points:
self.cluster_buffer.append(clustered_points)
else:
rospy.logwarn("Keine Cluster-Daten erzeugt.")
return # Exit the method if no clusters are generated
# Cluster kombinieren
combined_clusters = combine_clusters(self.cluster_buffer)
self.cluster_buffer = []
# Veröffentliche die kombinierten Cluster
self.publish_clusters(combined_clusters, data.header)
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Callback-Funktion, die LiDAR-Punktwolkendaten verarbeitet.

Führt Clustering und Bildberechnungen für die Punktwolken aus.

:param data: LiDAR-Punktwolken als ROS PointCloud2-Nachricht.
"""
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Docstrings Should Be Consistent in English

The review comment is correct. The file shows a clear inconsistency in language usage - all docstrings in the file are written in German except for the class docstring. For maintainability and consistency, these should be translated to English to match the codebase's primary language.

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  • callback() method docstring
  • listener() method docstring
  • start_clustering() method docstring
  • publish_clusters() method docstring
  • start_image_calculation() method docstring
  • calculate_image_center() method docstring
  • publish_images() method docstring
  • reconstruct_img_from_lidar() method docstring
  • array_to_pointcloud2() function docstring
  • get_largest_cluster() function docstring
  • combine_clusters() function docstring
  • cluster_lidar_data_from_pointcloud() function docstring
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# Erstelle ein Dictionary mit Cluster-IDs und den zugehörigen Punkten
clusters = Parallel(n_jobs=-1)(
delayed(lambda l: (l, xyz[labels == l]))(label) for label in valid_labels
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Ambiguous Variable Name: l

As per the static analysis hints, using l as a variable name can be confusing.

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-clusters = Parallel(n_jobs=-1)(
-    delayed(lambda l: (l, xyz[labels == l]))(label) for label in valid_labels
+clusters = Parallel(n_jobs=-1)(
+    delayed(lambda label: (label, xyz[labels == label]))(label) for label in valid_labels
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<param name="role_name" value="$(arg role_name)" />
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<node pkg="perception" type="lidar_distance.py" name="lidar_distance" output="screen">
<node pkg="perception" type="debug_wrapper.py" name="lidar_distance" output="screen" args="--debug_node=lidar_distance.py --debug_port=53000">
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Update Parameter Names to Match Node Expectations

The parameters point_cloud_topic and range_topic are being set, but the updated lidar_distance.py may expect different parameter names after refactoring.

Verify that the parameter names match those expected by the node.

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code/perception/src/lidar_distance.py (1)

21-22: Add type hints for better code maintainability

Consider adding type hints to improve code maintainability and IDE support.

Example improvements:

-    def __init__(self):
-        self.cluster_buffer = []
+    def __init__(self) -> None:
+        self.cluster_buffer: List[Dict[int, np.ndarray]] = []

-    def start_clustering(self, data):
+    def start_clustering(self, data: PointCloud2) -> None:
         """
         Filters LiDAR point clouds, performs clustering, and publishes the combined clusters.
 
-        :param data: LiDAR point clouds in ROS PointCloud2 format.
+        :param data: LiDAR point clouds in ROS PointCloud2 format
         """

-    def calculate_image(self, coordinates, focus):
+    def calculate_image(self, coordinates: np.ndarray, focus: str) -> Optional[np.ndarray]:

Don't forget to add the imports:

from typing import Dict, List, Optional

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401-403: 🛠️ Refactor suggestion

Replace ambiguous variable name

The variable name 'l' is ambiguous and could be confused with the number '1'.

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 clusters = Parallel(n_jobs=-1)(
-    delayed(lambda l: (l, xyz[labels == l]))(label) for label in valid_labels
+    delayed(lambda label_id: (label_id, xyz[labels == label_id]))(label) for label in valid_labels
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204-208: 🛠️ Refactor suggestion

Maintain consistent language in docstrings

Some docstrings are in German while others are in English. For consistency and maintainability, all documentation should be in English.

For example, translate these docstrings:

-        """
-        Veröffentlicht Distanzbilder für verschiedene Richtungen als ROS-Bildnachrichten.
-
-        :param processed_images: Dictionary mit Richtungen ("Center", "Back", etc.) als Schlüssel und Bildarrays als Werte.
-        :param data_header: Header der ROS-Bildnachrichten.
-        """
+        """
+        Publishes distance images for different directions as ROS image messages.
+
+        :param processed_images: Dictionary with directions ("Center", "Back", etc.) as keys and image arrays as values.
+        :param data_header: Header for the ROS image messages.
+        """
-    """
-    Initialisiert die LidarDistance-Klasse und startet die Listener-Methode.
-    """
+    """
+    Initializes the LidarDistance class and starts the listener method.
+    """

Also applies to: 411-412

Comment on lines 92 to 131
def start_clustering(self, data):
"""
Filters LiDAR point clouds, performs clustering, and publishes the combined clusters.

:param data: LiDAR point clouds in ROS PointCloud2 format.
"""

# Filter point clouds to remove irrelevant data
coordinates = ros_numpy.point_cloud2.pointcloud2_to_array(data)
filtered_coordinates = coordinates[
~(
(coordinates["x"] >= -2)
& (coordinates["x"] <= 2)
& (coordinates["y"] >= -1)
& (coordinates["y"] <= 1)
) # Exclude points related to the ego vehicle
& (
coordinates["z"] > -1.7 + 0.05
) # Minimum height in z to exclude the road
]

# Compute cluster data from the filtered coordinates
clustered_points = cluster_lidar_data_from_pointcloud(
coordinates=filtered_coordinates
)

# Only store valid cluster data
if clustered_points:
self.cluster_buffer.append(clustered_points)
else:
rospy.logwarn("No cluster data generated.")

# Combine clusters
combined_clusters = combine_clusters(self.cluster_buffer)

self.cluster_buffer = []

# Publish the combined clusters
self.publish_clusters(combined_clusters, data.header)

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⚠️ Potential issue

Missing emergency brake functionality

The PR objectives mention publishing an emergency brake message when a defined threshold is violated, but this functionality is not implemented in the clustering logic.

Consider adding threshold checks and emergency brake message publishing:

 def start_clustering(self, data):
     # ... existing code ...
     
     # Combine clusters
     combined_clusters = combine_clusters(self.cluster_buffer)
+    
+    # Check for emergency brake conditions
+    min_safe_distance = rospy.get_param('~min_safe_distance', 2.0)  # meters
+    if combined_clusters.size > 0:
+        distances = np.sqrt(combined_clusters['x']**2 + combined_clusters['y']**2)
+        if np.min(distances) < min_safe_distance:
+            emergency_msg = Bool()
+            emergency_msg.data = True
+            self.emergency_brake_publisher.publish(emergency_msg)
     
     self.cluster_buffer = []

Don't forget to:

  1. Add the publisher in __init__:
self.emergency_brake_publisher = rospy.Publisher(
    rospy.get_param('~emergency_brake_topic', '/hero/emergency_brake'),
    Bool,
    queue_size=1
)
  1. Import the message type:
from std_msgs.msg import Bool

Comment on lines +304 to +311
def array_to_pointcloud2(points, header="hero/Lidar"):
"""
Converts an array of points into a ROS PointCloud2 message.

:param points: Array of points with [x, y, z] coordinates.
:param header: Header information for the ROS PointCloud2 message.
:return: ROS PointCloud2 message.
"""
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Fix header parameter type in array_to_pointcloud2

The header parameter is documented as a string but should be a ROS Header object.

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-def array_to_pointcloud2(points, header="hero/Lidar"):
+def array_to_pointcloud2(points, header=None):
     """
     Converts an array of points into a ROS PointCloud2 message.
 
     :param points: Array of points with [x, y, z] coordinates.
-    :param header: Header information for the ROS PointCloud2 message.
+    :param header: ROS Header object (optional).
     :return: ROS PointCloud2 message.
     """
+    if header is None:
+        header = Header()
+        header.frame_id = "hero/Lidar"

Don't forget to add the import:

from std_msgs.msg import Header

Comment on lines +372 to +380
def cluster_lidar_data_from_pointcloud(coordinates, eps=0.3, min_samples=10):
"""
Performs clustering on LiDAR data using DBSCAN and returns the clusters.

:param coordinates: LiDAR point cloud as a NumPy array with "x", "y", "z".
:param eps: Maximum distance between points to group them into a cluster.
:param min_samples: Minimum number of points required to form a cluster.
:return: Dictionary with cluster IDs and their corresponding point clouds.
"""
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Make clustering parameters configurable

The DBSCAN parameters (eps and min_samples) are hardcoded. These should be configurable via ROS parameters to allow tuning without code changes.

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-def cluster_lidar_data_from_pointcloud(coordinates, eps=0.3, min_samples=10):
+def cluster_lidar_data_from_pointcloud(coordinates, eps=None, min_samples=None):
     """
     Performs clustering on LiDAR data using DBSCAN and returns the clusters.
 
     :param coordinates: LiDAR point cloud as a NumPy array with "x", "y", "z".
-    :param eps: Maximum distance between points to group them into a cluster.
-    :param min_samples: Minimum number of points required to form a cluster.
+    :param eps: Maximum distance between points (defaults to ROS parameter).
+    :param min_samples: Minimum points per cluster (defaults to ROS parameter).
     :return: Dictionary with cluster IDs and their corresponding point clouds.
     """
+    if eps is None:
+        eps = rospy.get_param('~dbscan_eps', 0.3)
+    if min_samples is None:
+        min_samples = rospy.get_param('~dbscan_min_samples', 10)
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def cluster_lidar_data_from_pointcloud(coordinates, eps=0.3, min_samples=10):
"""
Performs clustering on LiDAR data using DBSCAN and returns the clusters.
:param coordinates: LiDAR point cloud as a NumPy array with "x", "y", "z".
:param eps: Maximum distance between points to group them into a cluster.
:param min_samples: Minimum number of points required to form a cluster.
:return: Dictionary with cluster IDs and their corresponding point clouds.
"""
def cluster_lidar_data_from_pointcloud(coordinates, eps=None, min_samples=None):
"""
Performs clustering on LiDAR data using DBSCAN and returns the clusters.
:param coordinates: LiDAR point cloud as a NumPy array with "x", "y", "z".
:param eps: Maximum distance between points (defaults to ROS parameter).
:param min_samples: Minimum points per cluster (defaults to ROS parameter).
:return: Dictionary with cluster IDs and their corresponding point clouds.
"""
if eps is None:
eps = rospy.get_param('~dbscan_eps', 0.3)
if min_samples is None:
min_samples = rospy.get_param('~dbscan_min_samples', 10)

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code/perception/src/lidar_distance.py (3)

100-112: Consider extracting filter parameters to configuration

The hardcoded values for filtering point clouds should be configurable parameters to allow easy adjustment without code changes.

 def start_clustering(self, data):
+    # Load filter parameters from ROS params
+    ego_vehicle_x_min = rospy.get_param('~ego_vehicle_x_min', -2)
+    ego_vehicle_x_max = rospy.get_param('~ego_vehicle_x_max', 2)
+    ego_vehicle_y_min = rospy.get_param('~ego_vehicle_y_min', -1)
+    ego_vehicle_y_max = rospy.get_param('~ego_vehicle_y_max', 1)
+    min_height = rospy.get_param('~min_height', -1.7)
+    height_margin = rospy.get_param('~height_margin', 0.05)
     
     filtered_coordinates = coordinates[
         ~(
-            (coordinates["x"] >= -2)
-            & (coordinates["x"] <= 2)
-            & (coordinates["y"] >= -1)
-            & (coordinates["y"] <= 1)
+            (coordinates["x"] >= ego_vehicle_x_min)
+            & (coordinates["x"] <= ego_vehicle_x_max)
+            & (coordinates["y"] >= ego_vehicle_y_min)
+            & (coordinates["y"] <= ego_vehicle_y_max)
         )  # Exclude points related to the ego vehicle
         & (
-            coordinates["z"] > -1.7 + 0.05
+            coordinates["z"] > min_height + height_margin
         )  # Minimum height in z to exclude the road
     ]

242-248: Extract camera parameters to configuration

The image dimensions (1280x720) and FOV (100°) should be configurable parameters.

+    # Load camera parameters from ROS params
+    image_width = rospy.get_param('~image_width', 1280)
+    image_height = rospy.get_param('~image_height', 720)
+    fov_degrees = rospy.get_param('~fov_degrees', 100)
+
     # Create the intrinsic camera matrix based on image parameters (FOV, resolution)
     im = np.identity(3)
-    im[0, 2] = 1280 / 2.0  # x-offset (image center)
-    im[1, 2] = 720 / 2.0  # y-offset (image center)
+    im[0, 2] = image_width / 2.0  # x-offset (image center)
+    im[1, 2] = image_height / 2.0  # y-offset (image center)
-    im[0, 0] = im[1, 1] = 1280 / (2.0 * np.tan(100 * np.pi / 360.0))
+    im[0, 0] = im[1, 1] = image_width / (2.0 * np.tan(fov_degrees * np.pi / 360.0))

Line range hint 259-304: Optimize point processing loop

The current implementation processes points sequentially. Consider using NumPy's vectorized operations for better performance.

-    # Process each point in the point cloud
-    for c in coordinates_xyz:
-        if focus == "Center":  # Compute image for the center view
-            point = np.array([c[1], c[2], c[0], 1])
+    # Prepare points for vectorized operations
+    if focus == "Center":
+        points = np.column_stack((coordinates_xyz[:, 1], 
+                                coordinates_xyz[:, 2], 
+                                coordinates_xyz[:, 0], 
+                                np.ones(len(coordinates_xyz))))
+        # Vectorized projection
+        pixels = (m @ points.T).T
+        pixels_xy = pixels[:, :2] / pixels[:, 2:3]
+        valid_mask = ((0 <= pixels_xy[:, 0]) & (pixels_xy[:, 0] <= image_width) &
+                     (0 <= pixels_xy[:, 1]) & (pixels_xy[:, 1] <= image_height))
+        
+        # Update arrays using vectorized operations
+        valid_pixels = pixels_xy[valid_mask].astype(int)
+        img[719 - valid_pixels[:, 1], 1279 - valid_pixels[:, 0]] = coordinates_xyz[valid_mask, 0]
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418-420: Translate German docstring to English

For consistency with the rest of the codebase, translate the German docstring to English.

This is a duplicate of a previous review comment about language consistency in docstrings.


92-132: ⚠️ Potential issue

Critical: Implement emergency brake functionality

The PR objectives require emergency brake message publishing when obstacles are detected within a threshold distance, but this functionality is missing.

This is a duplicate of a previous review comment. Please refer to the implementation suggestion in the past review comments.

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I recommend leaving the configuration file unchanged for now and revisiting it once the clustering of radar and lidar data is fully operational.

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Please ensure all debugging code is removed before merging.

@michalal7 michalal7 merged commit d63c492 into main Dec 11, 2024
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