Panasonic Automotive Systems Co., Ltd. (20240317310). PARKING ASSIST METHOD AND PARKING ASSIST DEVICE simplified abstract
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PARKING ASSIST METHOD AND PARKING ASSIST DEVICE
Organization Name
Panasonic Automotive Systems Co., Ltd.
Inventor(s)
Takafumi Tokuhiro of Kanagawa Ken (JP)
PARKING ASSIST METHOD AND PARKING ASSIST DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240317310 titled 'PARKING ASSIST METHOD AND PARKING ASSIST DEVICE
The parking assist method described in the patent application allows for autonomous driving of a vehicle based on the driving behavior of a human driver, referred to as teacher driving.
- Acquiring captured images from an imaging device in the vehicle that records the surroundings of the vehicle as it moves during teacher driving.
- Recording the travel route taken during teacher driving.
- Generating an enlarged overhead image of a specific area, including the travel route and its surroundings, based on the captured images.
- Displaying the enlarged overhead image on a display device to assist with parking maneuvers.
Potential Applications: - Autonomous parking systems in vehicles - Driver assistance technology - Advanced imaging and display systems for vehicles
Problems Solved: - Assisting drivers with parking in tight or complex spaces - Enhancing safety and precision in parking maneuvers
Benefits: - Improved parking accuracy - Reduced risk of accidents during parking - Enhanced driver convenience and comfort
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Autonomous Parking Assist System This technology could be utilized by automotive manufacturers to enhance their vehicles' parking capabilities, making them more attractive to consumers looking for advanced driver assistance features.
Prior Art: Prior research in autonomous parking systems and imaging technology in vehicles can provide valuable insights into the development and implementation of this parking assist method.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in autonomous driving technology, imaging systems, and driver assistance features to enhance the capabilities of the parking assist method.
Questions about Parking Assist Method: 1. How does the parking assist method improve driver convenience and safety during parking maneuvers? 2. What are the key technological components involved in the implementation of the parking assist method?
Original Abstract Submitted
a parking assist method according to the present disclosure is for performing autonomous driving of a vehicle on the basis of teacher driving by a driver. the parking assist method includes acquiring, from an imaging device installed in the vehicle, captured images obtained by imaging periphery of the vehicle in time series according to movement of the vehicle during the teacher driving. the method includes recording a travel route of the vehicle in the teacher driving, and generating, on the basis of the captured images, a first enlarged overhead image of a display target range viewed from above. the display target range covers the travel route and a periphery of the travel route. the method further includes causing a display device to display the first enlarged overhead image.
