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ArduPilot proposes I2C support for the Pono TSD20 rangefinder

ArduPilot PR 35065 adds a proposed driver for the Pono TSD20 single-point LiDAR in I2C mode, with corresponding SITL simulator and autotest coverage; the proposal identifies rangefinder type 49.

Adding a rangefinder requires framing, scale and failure handling to agree across hardware and simulation before it is useful for terrain-relative operation.

Verify the sensor's bus voltage, range limits, mounting, timing and no-return behavior on the target board. A PR with simulation tests is not equivalent to extensive field validation.