18530573. IMAGE ANALYSIS DEVICE AND METHOD simplified abstract (Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd.)
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IMAGE ANALYSIS DEVICE AND METHOD
Organization Name
Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd.
Inventor(s)
Tomokazu Ichiriki of Kanagawa (JP)
Daijiroh Ichimura of Hyogo (JP)
IMAGE ANALYSIS DEVICE AND METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18530573 titled 'IMAGE ANALYSIS DEVICE AND METHOD
Simplified Explanation
The image analysis device described in the abstract is designed to analyze images of a site where multiple operators are performing various tasks. The device generates task history information based on the image data, recognizes tasks and positions of operators, detects crossing between trajectories of operators, and associates tasks with operators based on the trajectories and past task history information.
- The device acquires image data of a site with multiple operators performing tasks.
- It generates task history information based on the image data.
- The device recognizes tasks and positions of operators in the site.
- It detects crossing between trajectories of operators.
- The device associates tasks with operators based on trajectories and past task history information.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in industries where multiple operators work in close proximity, such as manufacturing, construction, or healthcare settings.
Problems Solved
This technology helps in tracking and analyzing the tasks performed by operators in a site, improving efficiency and safety by identifying potential conflicts or overlaps in their trajectories.
Benefits
The device provides a comprehensive overview of tasks and positions of operators in a site, enabling better coordination and resource allocation. It can also help in optimizing workflow and identifying areas for improvement.
Potential Commercial Applications
Potential commercial applications of this technology include manufacturing plants, construction sites, hospitals, and other settings where multiple operators work together.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be systems that track the movements of individuals in a space, such as surveillance systems or motion capture technology used in sports analysis.
What are the specific tasks that can be recognized by the device based on the image data?
The specific tasks that can be recognized by the device based on the image data include the actions performed by operators, such as lifting, carrying, assembling, or operating machinery.
How does the device differentiate between operators and track their positions accurately in the site?
The device differentiates between operators by analyzing their unique movements and positions in the site, possibly using image recognition algorithms or tracking technologies. It tracks their positions accurately by continuously updating their trajectories based on the image data acquired.
Original Abstract Submitted
An image analysis device including: an input interface to acquire image data indicating a captured image of a site in which a plurality of operators performs a plurality of tasks; a controller to generate, based on the image data, task history information indicating the tasks performed in the site by respective operators; and a storage to store the task history information, the controller successively recognizes the tasks and positions of the operators, based on the image data at each time in the site; and detects crossing caused between a plurality of trajectories each including successive positions for each of the operators; generates the task history information associating tasks recognized at each time with the respective operators, based on the trajectories, when the crossing is not detected; and associates the recognized tasks with the respective operators, based on the recognized tasks and past task history information, when the crossing is detected.
