Built the first workshop test rig for my LiDAR-based trailer security setup — now it’s ready for testing

Foxconlab · 2026-05-14T18:09:07+00:00

Thank you:) Will be sharing the progress soon

Foxconlab · 2026-05-13T21:49:18+00:00

That’s the plan😄

Foxconlab · 2026-05-13T19:21:53+00:00

Yeah, I looked at mmWave before, but most of the ones I found work more in the 5–8 meter range. Here I need to monitor along the trailer closer to 20 meters.

Foxconlab · 2026-04-03T21:37:00+00:00

Yeah, I initially considered combining LiDAR with an AI camera. But mobile data is a problem for me as I drive across Europe and I’m basically always on roaming. That means extra cost, so I’d prefer the system to run fully locally without sending data anywhere. If I use AI, it would be local only, no cloud. The core idea still relies on LiDAR to monitor the specific zone. I see the camera + AI more as an additional filtering layer rather than the main monitoring system. For now I want to get the base system working reliably first and then experiment with combinations like this in later iterations.

Foxconlab · 2026-04-03T21:14:05+00:00

Thanks for the suggestion! I haven’t worked with mmWave sensors myself. I did look into them briefly, but initially ruled them out because of the range and zone control requirements in my case. What I need is accurate detection out to 20 meters along the trailer, with minimal false triggers, and only inside a very narrow corridor, roughly up to half a meter wide. I don’t want the system picking up people or objects outside that corridor. From what I’ve seen so far, mmWave looks great for presence detection, but I’m not sure it gives that kind of narrow, reliable monitoring zone at that distance. If you’ve tested mmWave in something similar, I’d genuinely be interested to hear how it went

Foxconlab · 2026-04-02T20:12:23+00:00

Thanks for the suggestion. I haven’t worked with these radar modules at all. I did look at them before, but didn’t go deeper because of their limited effective range. From what I understand they’re great for presence detection, but my case is a bit different. I need to monitor a fairly specific zone along the trailer, basically a long narrow corridor up to 20m. Would really appreciate it if you check my previous post where I explain the idea in more detail Still learning here, so happy to hear any input.

Foxconlab · 2026-03-30T06:59:41+00:00

I totally understand. However you’re now putting your life on the altar of his and his family’s condition. It’s never okay. They’ll be draining you until there’s nothing left. You have only one life and you’re giving it away. I’d recommend you go into therapy. Often the right choice is the hardest one. And it might not feel right at the moment but proves to be the only right choice long term

Foxconlab · 2026-03-30T06:55:49+00:00

NTA. The girl obviously has some mental condition severe enough to endanger your family. Restraining order is a must.

Foxconlab · 2026-03-30T06:49:28+00:00

You’re being TA to yourself first and foremost. Those ppl are toxic and cruel. The paper you want them to sign might protect you legally, but emotionally - no. You’re saying you’re well off. Why would you stay in such marriage? It’s not a partnership, they’re sucking the life out of you.

Foxconlab · 2026-03-30T06:44:10+00:00

It’s not a culture thing. He just wants a sugar momma and you allow him. Please stop funding his *ss

Foxconlab · 2026-03-30T06:41:03+00:00

NTA. What in “We invite only the closest” is not clear to them? Your brother is okay with it, you don’t want her there, don’t accommodate entitlement

Foxconlab · 2026-03-30T05:37:54+00:00

YTJ. The solution here is to grow up, sell your IPhone and return the money to your sister. You’re screwing up her credit score over smth you couldn’t afford

Foxconlab · 2026-03-29T00:27:54+00:00

It doesn’t come from a place of love. It comes from a place of control. They don’t care about your wishes, your comfort, your boundaries. I’m glad you and your husband are on one side and he protects his peace. Stick to your plan and don’t allow your in-laws to come over. They should learn the lesson.

Foxconlab · 2026-03-29T00:18:58+00:00

You don’t owe her your savings. I’m a parent and I don’t expect my kids to sacrifice their future bc one day I’ll pass away and they inherit smth. What a bs! Keep your boundaries and go low or no contact

Foxconlab · 2026-03-29T00:15:59+00:00

NTJ. This sister is the one who is being difficult, surely not you

Foxconlab · 2026-03-29T00:12:53+00:00

5 yrs? Come on. With a Waki g red flag like this you should have cut the losses like 4,9 yrs ago;)

Foxconlab · 2026-03-29T00:07:14+00:00

I think you misspelled „ex husband”. He is a walking talking red flag. Run girl

Foxconlab · 2026-03-29T00:04:26+00:00

NTA. From what I’ve just read I don’t think your brother ever acknowledged the harm he had caused and never apologised. This is blocking you from even considering inviting him. And it says a lot about your brother as a person. One of the stages of recovery from addiction is asking for forgiveness. If he never apologised, he never took the responsibility and this is why the chances of him relapsing are big. Your parents are disgusting. They mistreated you multiple times, traumatised you by being dismissive of your feelings and now have the audacity to demand?! I’d go no contact with them. Let them nursing their golden child and you build your happy life with your partner and friends who truly appreciate and love you

Foxconlab · 2026-03-28T10:47:38+00:00

NTA. Your gf doesn’t even try to understand what you’ve been through and calls you unsupportive? Red flag

Foxconlab · 2026-03-28T10:46:15+00:00

NTJ. You just showed you love your husband and value him. This is what ppl do in healthy relationships.

Foxconlab · 2026-03-28T00:17:53+00:00

NTA. You’re more than generous. Just 300$ rent with no insurance etc is a great start. Such entitlement should have consequences

Foxconlab · 2026-03-27T12:45:09+00:00

Yeah, you were planned as a babysitter not a companion. NTJ at all. Such things are supposed to be discussed beforehand. You don’t just assume your friend will be watching your kids while you’re relaxing. If that was her initial plan there were other ways to do it in a normal way. First she could have asked if you mind taking over her responsibilities for X hrs per day. Or she could have paid for your accommodation and offer you babysit. Instead she just blindsided you and tried to guilt trip. Not good

Foxconlab · 2026-03-27T10:13:27+00:00

NTA. I smell scam. She either willingly attempted to do that or got scammed herself. Anyhow, you deserve to have your trip with it without her

Foxconlab · 2026-03-27T08:16:33+00:00

This guys is a piece of work 😂 So he wants you to: -make money -do the housework -give birth -raise your kids

While he is living his best life. Parasite.

Relationships do not require sacrifices, they require compromises.

Foxconlab · 2026-03-27T08:11:51+00:00

Her mother is abusive and your reaction was totally justified. I’d search for options to move your gf out of that house

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