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From Simulation to Field: How to Validate Your ROS 2 Stack Before Going Outdoors
TL;DR: Moving a ROS 2 simulation to a real robot fails most often because of unmodeled physics, sensor noise, and timing assumptions that hold in Gazebo but not on wetRead more...
WebRTC on Robots: How to Stream Live Video from Your Rover to Any Browser
TL;DR: WebRTC on robots lets you stream live camera feeds from a mobile robot to modern browsers, often with sub-200 ms glass-to-glass latency on good networks, no plugins, and DTLS-SRTPRead more...
How to Write a URDF Model for a Mobile Robot: Step-by-Step with Leo Rover as an Example
TL;DR: A URDF (Unified Robot Description Format) file tells ROS 2 what your robot looks like, how its parts connect, and where each frame sits. This URDF mobile robot tutorialRead more...
Introduction to ROS 2 Actions: How to Build Long-Running Tasks on a Mobile Robot
TL;DR: This ROS 2 actions tutorial shows you how to implement long-running tasks (navigation, docking, inspection sweeps) on a mobile robot using the rclpy action API. Actions extend the topic/serviceRead more...
How to Build a CI/CD Pipeline for Your Robot Software (Yes, It’s Worth It)
TL;DR: A ROS 2 CI/CD pipeline automates building, testing, and deploying your robot software every time you push code. With GitHub Actions and the industrial_ci framework, you can catch brokenRead more...
Recording and Replaying Field Data with ROS 2 Bags: A Research Workflow
TL;DR: ROS 2 bag recording and replay lets you capture selected topics your robot publishes during a field trial, then repeatably replay the data on a workstation to develop perception,Read more...
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Mobile Robots by Fictionlab - Rugged UGV Platforms for R&D and Real-World Deployment
Mobile Robots are no longer a futuristic concept-they’re practical tools used every day in research labs, universities, and industrial test sites. At Fictionlab, we build mobile robotic platforms that help teams move faster from idea to field testing. Instead of spending months assembling a base robot from scratch, you can start with a proven UGV platform and focus on what really matters: autonomy, perception, navigation, and sensor integration.
Mobile Robots that Accelerate Development
Fictionlab offers two UGV platforms designed to be reliable, modular, and ready for real environments. They’re built for teams that need predictable motion, robust mechanics, and the flexibility to expand the system as the project evolves-without turning your roadmap into a hardware debugging marathon.
Leo Rover - A Mobile Robot for Prototyping, Education, and Outdoor Testing
Leo Rover is a rugged, field-ready UGV that works as a strong foundation for Mobile Robots projects. It’s a great choice when you need to start quickly, iterate often, and keep the platform easy to extend. Leo Rover supports fast prototyping for research and education, while still being capable of meaningful outdoor experiments where terrain and conditions aren’t perfectly controlled.
Raph Rover - A Professional UGV Platform When You Need More
Raph Rover is built for demanding projects where Mobile Robots must deliver more capability and stability. It’s designed for advanced R&D, industrial use cases, and ambitious deployments where payload, robustness, and repeatable performance matter. If your project requires a stronger platform for heavier integrations and tougher testing scenarios, Raph Rover is the step up.
Modular Design and Add-Ons - Mobile Robots Tailored to Your Use Case
Most robotics projects don’t stay “stock” for long. That’s why Fictionlab platforms are designed with expansion in mind-from mounting sensors and payloads to adapting configurations for specific experiments and environments. This approach makes our Mobile Robots suitable for a wide range of applications, from academic research to industry-driven validation and long-term development.
Fictionlab - A Brand Focused on Field-Ready Mobile Robots
At Fictionlab, the priority is practicality: Mobile Robots should be usable, upgradeable, and ready for real work-not just demos. If you’re looking for a fast entry point into mobile robotics or a solid UGV base for a serious project, our platforms help reduce time to testing and speed up iteration. Choose your rover, define your configuration, and start building the autonomy and features that set your project apart.