View source for Snap inc. (20240177328). CONTINUOUS SURFACE AND DEPTH ESTIMATION simplified abstract

=CONTINUOUS SURFACE AND DEPTH ESTIMATION=


==Organization Name==

[[:Category:snap inc.|snap inc.]]


[[Category:snap inc.]]

==Inventor(s)==

[[:Category:Olha Borys of Vienna (AT)|Olha Borys of Vienna (AT)]][[Category:Olha Borys of Vienna (AT)]]

[[:Category:Ilteris Kaan Canberk of Marina Del Rey CA (US)|Ilteris Kaan Canberk of Marina Del Rey CA (US)]][[Category:Ilteris Kaan Canberk of Marina Del Rey CA (US)]]

[[:Category:Daniel Wagner of Vienna (AT)|Daniel Wagner of Vienna (AT)]][[Category:Daniel Wagner of Vienna (AT)]]

[[:Category:Jakob Zillner of Absdorf (AT)|Jakob Zillner of Absdorf (AT)]][[Category:Jakob Zillner of Absdorf (AT)]]

==CONTINUOUS SURFACE AND DEPTH ESTIMATION - A simplified explanation of the abstract==


This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240177328 titled 'CONTINUOUS SURFACE AND DEPTH ESTIMATION

'''Simplified Explanation''': 

The patent application describes a system for continuous surface and depth estimation using stereo vision within a predetermined window.

* Determines depth and surface normal of physical objects
* Uses stereo vision technology
* Limited within a predetermined window

'''Key Features and Innovation''':

* Utilizes stereo vision for depth estimation
* Provides continuous surface estimation
* Determines surface normal of physical objects
* Limits the vision within a predetermined window

'''Potential Applications''':

This technology can be applied in various fields such as:
* Robotics
* Autonomous vehicles
* Augmented reality
* 3D scanning

'''Problems Solved''':

* Accurate depth estimation of physical objects
* Continuous surface estimation
* Determination of surface normal

'''Benefits''':

* Improved accuracy in depth estimation
* Enhanced surface estimation capabilities
* Better understanding of physical objects

'''Commercial Applications''''':

Title: Continuous Surface and Depth Estimation Technology in Robotics and Autonomous Vehicles

This technology can be commercially used in:
* Robotics industry for object detection and navigation
* Autonomous vehicle sector for obstacle avoidance and mapping

'''Prior Art''':

There is limited information available on prior art related to this specific technology.

'''Frequently Updated Research''':

There is ongoing research in the field of stereo vision technology for continuous surface and depth estimation.

'''Questions about Continuous Surface and Depth Estimation Technology''':

'''Question 1''': How does this technology improve depth estimation compared to traditional methods?

This technology enhances depth estimation by utilizing stereo vision within a limited window, providing more accurate results.

'''Question 2''': What are the potential limitations of using stereo vision for continuous surface estimation?

One potential limitation could be the accuracy of the depth estimation within the predetermined window.


==Original Abstract Submitted==

disclosed are systems, methods, and non-transitory computer-readable media for continuous surface and depth estimation. a continuous surface and depth estimation system determines the depth and surface normal of physical objects by using stereo vision limited within a predetermined window.



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