18330450. VEHICLE SURROUNDINGS MONITORING SYSTEM, VEHICLE, IMAGE PROCESSING DEVICE, AND VEHICLE SURROUNDINGS MONITORING METHOD simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

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VEHICLE SURROUNDINGS MONITORING SYSTEM, VEHICLE, IMAGE PROCESSING DEVICE, AND VEHICLE SURROUNDINGS MONITORING METHOD

Organization Name

TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Takayuki Hatori of Nagakute-shi (JP)

VEHICLE SURROUNDINGS MONITORING SYSTEM, VEHICLE, IMAGE PROCESSING DEVICE, AND VEHICLE SURROUNDINGS MONITORING METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18330450 titled 'VEHICLE SURROUNDINGS MONITORING SYSTEM, VEHICLE, IMAGE PROCESSING DEVICE, AND VEHICLE SURROUNDINGS MONITORING METHOD

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a vehicle surroundings monitoring system that includes the following components:

  • Acquisition unit: Acquires a first video showing the area behind a vehicle.
  • Image processing unit: Generates a second video for display on the vehicle's display unit based on the first video.
  • Video switching unit: Receives input of the first and second videos, and outputs either video to the display unit based on the state of the second video.
  • Setting switching unit: Forcibly switches the display unit setting to the first video setting when the video switching unit outputs the first video.
    • Potential Applications:**

- Automotive industry for vehicle safety and assistance systems - Surveillance systems for monitoring blind spots and rear views - Integration into autonomous vehicles for enhanced situational awareness

    • Problems Solved:**

- Improves visibility for drivers by providing a clear view of the area behind the vehicle - Enhances safety by reducing blind spots and potential accidents - Allows for seamless switching between different video feeds for optimal monitoring

    • Benefits:**

- Increased safety for drivers and pedestrians - Improved convenience and ease of use for monitoring surroundings - Enhanced situational awareness for better decision-making while driving


Original Abstract Submitted

A vehicle surroundings monitoring system includes: an acquisition unit that acquires a first video including a video in which an area behind a vehicle is captured; an image processing unit that generates a second video to be displayed on a display unit of the vehicle, based on the first video; a video switching unit to which the first video and the second video are input, and that outputs the first video or the second video to the display unit in accordance with a state of the second video; and a setting switching unit that forcibly switches a setting of the display unit to a setting for the first video when the video switching unit outputs the first video.

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