Visual-Inertial Odometry

Visual-Inertial Odometry (VIO) is a technology that helps devices understand their movement and position by combining camera images with data from motion sensors called inertial sensors. The camera provides visual information about the environment, while the inertial sensors measure acceleration and rotation. By processing both, VIO accurately tracks how the device moves over time, even in challenging conditions like low light or quick motions. This enables drones, smartphones, and robots to navigate and build maps of their surroundings more reliably and precisely without relying on GPS signals.