amcl-tuning

Tune ROS 2 AMCL motion, laser, and recovery parameters for differential-drive robots.

18|2|Updated Apr 20, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/wimblerobotics/ros2-copilot-skills --skill amcl-tuning
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: amcl-tuning
Source: https://github.com/wimblerobotics/ros2-copilot-skills/tree/main/amcl-tuning
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wimblerobotics/ros2-copilot-skills --skill amcl-tuning

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Tune AMCL particle filter localization by adjusting motion, laser, and recovery parameters to improve pose estimation accuracy and robustness in dynamic environments.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Motion model tuning: adjust alpha1–alpha5 to match odometry noise and improve tracking during turns and straight-line motion.
  • Laser model tuning: select the likelihood field or beam model and tune sigma_hit, laser_likelihood_max_dist, and max_beams for a balance of accuracy and performance.
  • Recovery & update controls: configure recovery_alpha_fast/slow and update_min_d to enable re-localization after kidnap and reduce unnecessary updates in noisy data.
  • Real-world use case: In a cluttered indoor environment, tune parameters to maintain a stable map pose during occlusions and dynamic obstacles.

Quick Start

Run this guide to adjust alpha parameters, laser settings, and update thresholds on your AMCL configuration and observe localization improvements.

Frequently Asked Questions about amcl-tuning

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I tune AMCL particle filter parameters for a differential-drive robot in ROS 2?

To tune AMCL particle filter localization in ROS 2, adjust motion model alpha1–alpha5 parameters, laser model settings like sigma_hit, and recovery thresholds to match your differential-drive robot's odometry noise and environment.

What is the best way to configure AMCL laser model settings for cluttered indoor environments?

The best way to configure AMCL laser models for cluttered indoor environments is to select the likelihood field or beam model and tune sigma_hit, laser_likelihood_max_dist, and max_beams to balance pose estimation accuracy with computational performance.

How does AMCL recovery configuration handle robot kidnap and odometry drift?

AMCL recovery configuration handles robot kidnap and odometry drift by adjusting recovery_alpha_fast and recovery_alpha_slow parameters, enabling the particle filter to re-localize the robot's pose when dynamic obstacles or occlusions cause tracking loss.

When do I need to configure KLD-adaptive resampling and update_min_d in AMCL?

You need to configure KLD-adaptive resampling and update_min_d in AMCL when stable pose estimation is critical, as these settings reduce unnecessary particle updates in noisy data and maintain accurate localization during movement.

Can I use AMCL tuning for indoor deployments with frequent occlusions and dynamic obstacles?

Yes, AMCL tuning applies to differential-drive robots in indoor deployments with clutter, occlusions, and dynamic obstacles, adjusting motion, laser, and recovery parameters to maintain a stable map pose despite environmental challenges.