/vehicle/status/velocity_status#
Specifications#
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Last Updated | 2026-01-21 |
| Interface Type | topic |
| Interface Name | /vehicle/status/velocity_status |
| Data Type | autoware_vehicle_msgs/msg/VelocityReport |
| Rate [Hz] | 10 |
| QoS Reliability | reliable |
| QoS Durability | volatile |
Description#
Get the current velocity status of the vehicle.
Message#
See the message definition for details.
Errors#
Unknown status: If the vehicle interface cannot get the status due to connection loss, etc., the status is stopped and a diagnostic error is reported.
Hardware Fault: If the vehicle platform reports a sensor fault, a diagnostic error is reported.
Support#
This interface is required.
Limitations#
T.B.C.
Use Cases#
- Control the vehicle for autonomous driving.
- Display current velocity status to the operator.
Requirement#
- Support getting the current velocity status of the vehicle.
- Report the error as diagnostics if the status cannot be received or an unknown status is received.
Design#
Coordinate system & sign convention: The interface follows the standard vehicle coordinate system (ISO 8855 / ROS REP-103).
- Longitudinal velocity: Positive (+) indicates forward motion. Negative (-) indicates backward motion.
- Lateral velocity: Positive (+) indicates motion to the left. Negative (-) indicates motion to the right.
- Heading rate: Positive (+) indicates counter-clockwise rotation (left turn).
History#
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-21 | First release in the new format. |