Waymo llc (20240326846). Methods and Systems for Modifying Power Consumption by an Autonomy System simplified abstract
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Methods and Systems for Modifying Power Consumption by an Autonomy System
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Inventor(s)
Matthew Evan Thrasher of Ann Arbor MI (US)
Andre Manfred Strobel of Vancouver WA (US)
Clayton Bryce Jorgensen of East Palo Alto CA (US)
Methods and Systems for Modifying Power Consumption by an Autonomy System - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240326846 titled 'Methods and Systems for Modifying Power Consumption by an Autonomy System
Simplified Explanation: The patent application discusses techniques for adjusting the power consumption of an autonomy system, specifically in the context of a vehicle autonomy system. By using sensor data to analyze the surrounding environment and predict future conditions, the system can optimize the operation of its components to enhance efficiency.
- The autonomy system of a vehicle uses sensor data to understand the environment and predict future conditions.
- It adjusts the operation of components such as sensors, compute cores, and actuators based on the expected conditions and power consumption data.
- This optimization leads to increased efficiency in the vehicle's navigation and control.
Potential Applications: 1. Autonomous vehicles 2. Robotics 3. Industrial automation
Problems Solved: 1. Optimizing power consumption in autonomy systems 2. Enhancing efficiency in vehicle navigation 3. Improving control based on environmental conditions
Benefits: 1. Increased energy efficiency 2. Enhanced performance in varying environments 3. Improved overall system reliability
Commercial Applications: The technology can be applied in the automotive industry for self-driving cars, in manufacturing for automated processes, and in various other sectors requiring autonomous systems for efficiency and precision.
Prior Art: Prior research in the field of autonomous systems and energy optimization can provide valuable insights into similar techniques and technologies.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay informed about the latest advancements in autonomous systems, energy optimization, and related technologies to ensure the application of cutting-edge solutions in this field.
Questions about Autonomy Systems: 1. How does the autonomy system of a vehicle benefit from adjusting power consumption? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing power optimization techniques in autonomy systems?
Original Abstract Submitted
example embodiments relate to techniques for modifying power consumption of an autonomy system. for instance, a vehicle autonomy system may use sensor data from vehicle sensors to determine information about the surrounding environment and estimate one or more conditions expected for a threshold duration during subsequent navigation of the path by the vehicle. the autonomy system can then adjust operation of one or more of its components (sensors, compute cores, actuators) based on the one or more conditions expected for the threshold duration and power consumption data corresponding to the components. the vehicle can then be controlled based on subsequent sensor data obtained after adjusting operation of the components of the autonomy system thereby increasing the efficiency of the autonomy system in accordance with the vehicle's surrounding environment.
