lichtblick-suite/lichtblick

Lichtblick is an integrated visualization and diagnosis tool for robotics, available in your browser or as a desktop app on Linux, Windows, and macOS.

What it solves

Lichtblick is designed to help robotics developers diagnose and visualize data from their robots. It provides a centralized tool to inspect the internal state and performance of robotic systems, making it easier to identify bugs and optimize system behavior.

How it works

It operates as an integrated visualization and diagnosis tool that can be run as a web application in a browser or as a standalone desktop application for Linux, Windows, and macOS. It is built using TypeScript and ReactJS and supports deployment via Docker for easy setup.

Who it’s for

Robotics engineers and developers who need a professional-grade tool for visualizing robotic telemetry and diagnosing system issues across different operating systems.

Highlights

  • Integrated visualization and diagnosis tool specifically for robotics.
  • Cross-platform support: available as a web app, or desktop apps for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
  • Built with TypeScript and ReactJS.
  • Opt-in, privacy-respecting OpenTelemetry integration for performance tracking.

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