17947374. SMART VEHICLE FLOOR SENSOR simplified abstract (GM Cruise Holdings LLC)
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SMART VEHICLE FLOOR SENSOR
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Matthew Jones of Oakland CA (US)
Nigel Rodrigues of Palo Alto CA (US)
SMART VEHICLE FLOOR SENSOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17947374 titled 'SMART VEHICLE FLOOR SENSOR
Simplified Explanation
Methods and apparatus for identifying objects in an autonomous vehicle
- Utilizes a plurality of force sensing devices in the AV
- Allows the AV computer to identify object locations and weights
- Determines if an object has moved based on weight distribution
- Combines weight information with other sensor data to identify objects
- Validates safe movement of persons or packages in the AV
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in various industries such as:
- Autonomous delivery services
- Warehouse automation
- Robotics
Problems Solved
- Ensures safe and accurate object identification and movement in AVs
- Enhances efficiency and reliability of autonomous systems
- Helps prevent accidents or mishandling of objects
Benefits
- Improved object recognition and tracking capabilities
- Enhanced safety measures for transporting persons or packages
- Increased efficiency and accuracy in autonomous operations
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimizing object handling in autonomous vehicles for:
- Delivery companies
- Manufacturing facilities
- Transportation services
Possible Prior Art
One potential prior art could be the use of weight sensors in robotics or industrial automation systems to identify and handle objects based on their weight distribution.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology impact the overall cost of autonomous vehicles?
This article does not address the potential cost implications of implementing force sensing devices in AVs.
What are the privacy implications of using weight and sensor data to identify objects in AVs?
The article does not discuss the privacy concerns that may arise from collecting and analyzing data related to objects and their movements within autonomous vehicles.
Original Abstract Submitted
Methods and apparatus consistent with the present disclosure may use a plurality of force sensing devices that allow a computer of an autonomous vehicle (AV) to identify locations within the AV where particular objects reside. These force sensing devices may allow the AV computer to identify how much a particular object weights and identify whether an object has moved based on a location where a particular amount of weight currently resides versus a location where that weight previously resided in the AV. Weight information combined with other sensor data (e.g. camera or LIDAR data) may allow the AV computer to identify whether a particular object is a person or a package. The AV computer may also validate that certain driving rules are enforced, such that persons or packages are being moved safely and correctly in the AV.
