Odometry

Odometry is a method used by robots and vehicles to estimate their position and movement by tracking how far and in which direction they have traveled. It relies on sensors like wheel encoders to measure rotations and translate that into distance moved. While it provides quick, real-time data, odometry can accumulate errors over time due to wheel slippage or uneven surfaces. Therefore, it's often combined with other navigation methods to improve accuracy in determining the precise location.