18521457. SERVER, VEHICLE DETECTION SYSTEM, AND VEHICLE DETECTION METHOD simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

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SERVER, VEHICLE DETECTION SYSTEM, AND VEHICLE DETECTION METHOD

Organization Name

TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Yui Sugie of Nagoya-shi (JP)

Koichi Suzuki of Miyoshi-shi (JP)

Naoki Uenoyama of Nagoya-shi (JP)

Hiroki Takeda of Okazaki-shi (JP)

Hirohiko Morikawa of Toyota-shi (JP)

Genshi Kuno of Kasugai-shi (JP)

SERVER, VEHICLE DETECTION SYSTEM, AND VEHICLE DETECTION METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18521457 titled 'SERVER, VEHICLE DETECTION SYSTEM, AND VEHICLE DETECTION METHOD

Simplified Explanation

The abstract of the patent application describes a server with a control unit that determines whether a parked vehicle is being used as a shelter based on an image captured by a camera.

  • The control unit analyzes the first image obtained by imaging the vehicle and its surroundings.
  • The determination is made based on whether the vehicle is being used as a shelter.

Potential Applications

This technology could be applied in parking lots, public spaces, and smart cities to monitor the use of vehicles as shelters.

Problems Solved

This technology helps in identifying if a parked vehicle is being used as a shelter, which can be useful for security and safety purposes.

Benefits

- Enhanced security in parking areas - Improved monitoring of vehicle usage - Potential for early detection of suspicious activities

Potential Commercial Applications

"Vehicle Shelter Detection Technology: Enhancing Security and Monitoring in Parking Areas"

Possible Prior Art

There may be existing technologies related to vehicle monitoring and surveillance systems in parking lots and public spaces.

Unanswered Questions

How does the control unit differentiate between a vehicle being used as a shelter and other activities near the vehicle?

The abstract does not provide details on the specific criteria or algorithms used by the control unit to make this determination.

What is the accuracy rate of the control unit in detecting vehicles being used as shelters?

The abstract does not mention any information regarding the accuracy or reliability of the control unit in making these determinations.


Original Abstract Submitted

A server includes a control unit. The control unit determines whether a parked vehicle is used as a shelter based on a first image which is included in an image captured by a camera and which is obtained by imaging the vehicle and surroundings of the vehicle.