18608512. Determining Specular Reflectivity Characteristics Using LiDAR simplified abstract (Aurora Operations, Inc.)
Determining Specular Reflectivity Characteristics Using LiDAR
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Scott Dylewski of San Francisco CA (US)
Determining Specular Reflectivity Characteristics Using LiDAR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18608512 titled 'Determining Specular Reflectivity Characteristics Using LiDAR
The abstract describes a patent application for a light detection and ranging (LIDAR) system for a vehicle that includes emitters, detectors, and processors to determine reflectivity characteristics of objects in the environment and provide this information to an autonomous vehicle control system.
- Emitters transmit light signals to the environment.
- Detectors receive return signals reflected back from objects.
- Processors determine reflectivity characteristics based on return signals.
- Information on reflectivity characteristics is provided to the autonomous vehicle control system.
Potential Applications: - Autonomous driving systems - Collision avoidance systems - Object detection in various industries such as robotics and security
Problems Solved: - Enhances object detection accuracy - Improves safety in autonomous vehicles - Enables better decision-making for vehicle control systems
Benefits: - Increased safety on the road - Enhanced object recognition capabilities - Improved efficiency in autonomous vehicle operations
Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced LIDAR System for Autonomous Vehicles" This technology can be utilized in the automotive industry for self-driving cars, in the robotics sector for navigation systems, and in security applications for surveillance and monitoring purposes.
Prior Art: Readers can explore existing LIDAR systems in the automotive and robotics industries to understand the evolution of this technology.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in LIDAR technology, particularly in the field of autonomous vehicles and object detection systems.
Questions about LIDAR Technology: 1. How does LIDAR technology improve the safety of autonomous vehicles? - LIDAR technology enhances object detection capabilities, allowing vehicles to react quickly to potential hazards on the road. 2. What are the key differences between LIDAR and other sensing technologies used in autonomous vehicles? - LIDAR relies on laser light to detect objects, providing accurate distance measurements compared to other sensor technologies.
Original Abstract Submitted
A light detection and ranging (LIDAR) system for a vehicle includes one or more emitters configured to transmit light signals to an environment in which the vehicle is located; one or more detectors configured to receive return signals corresponding to the light signals being reflected back from an object in the environment; and one or more processors configured to: determine a reflectivity characteristic of the object based on reflectivity values associated with the object which are determined based on the return signals; and provide information relating to the reflectivity characteristic of the object to an autonomous vehicle control system.
