18110481. METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SMART ANCHOR-BASED POSITION ESTIMATION simplified abstract (HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY)
Contents
- 1 METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SMART ANCHOR-BASED POSITION ESTIMATION
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SMART ANCHOR-BASED POSITION ESTIMATION - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SMART ANCHOR-BASED POSITION ESTIMATION
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Jung Hun Choi of Hwaseong-si (KR)
Jae Wung Jung of Bucheon-si (KR)
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SMART ANCHOR-BASED POSITION ESTIMATION - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18110481 titled 'METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SMART ANCHOR-BASED POSITION ESTIMATION
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a smart anchor-based position estimation method and apparatus for identifying line-of-sight (LOS) anchors in a vehicle, selecting reference anchors, and estimating the position of a tag based on the selected reference anchors.
- The method involves identifying LOS anchors among the anchors in a vehicle.
- Reference anchors are selected based on the rate of formation of an ultra-wideband (UWB) link to the tag and the accuracy of the estimated position of the tag.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in various industries such as logistics, transportation, and indoor navigation systems.
Problems Solved
1. Improved accuracy in position estimation. 2. Efficient tracking of objects in indoor environments.
Benefits
1. Enhanced location tracking capabilities. 2. Increased efficiency in asset management. 3. Better navigation systems for vehicles and indoor spaces.
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimizing warehouse operations with precise asset tracking using smart anchor-based position estimation.
Possible Prior Art
Prior art in the field of indoor positioning systems using UWB technology may exist, but specific examples are not provided in the abstract.
Unanswered Questions
How does the method handle obstacles that may obstruct the UWB signal transmission?
The abstract does not mention how the method accounts for obstacles that could affect the accuracy of the position estimation.
What is the range limitation of the UWB link between the tag and the reference anchors?
The abstract does not specify the maximum range within which the UWB link can accurately estimate the position of the tag.
Original Abstract Submitted
A smart anchor-based position estimation method and apparatus are disclosed. The position estimation method, performed by a position estimation apparatus, includes: identifying one or more line-of-sight (LOS) anchors from among one or more anchors mounted in a vehicle; selecting reference anchors from among the one or more LOS anchors; and estimating a position of a tag based on a number of the reference anchors. The reference anchors are selected based on a rate of formation of an ultra-wideband (UWB) link to the tag and accuracy of the estimated position of the tag.
