18151798. REMOVING FIXED OBJECTS FROM REAR VIEW CAMERA simplified abstract (GM Global Technology Operations LLC)
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REMOVING FIXED OBJECTS FROM REAR VIEW CAMERA
Organization Name
GM Global Technology Operations LLC
Inventor(s)
Nilesh D. Mankame of Ann Arbor MI (US)
Paul E. Krajewski of Troy MI (US)
REMOVING FIXED OBJECTS FROM REAR VIEW CAMERA - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18151798 titled 'REMOVING FIXED OBJECTS FROM REAR VIEW CAMERA
The patent application describes a system that de-emphasizes fixed vehicle-mounted objects in a rear camera display to improve visibility for drivers when reversing.
- Rear camera system captures images as the vehicle moves in reverse and displays them on the rear camera display.
- Data processor collects sequential images from the rear camera system, compares them, and identifies fixed vehicle-mounted objects.
- The system calculates the portion of sequential images obscured by identified fixed-vehicle objects and outlines them on the display if within a pre-determined range.
- It augments the identified fixed vehicle-mounted objects to make them more noticeable to the driver.
Potential Applications: - Automotive industry for vehicles with rear cameras - Safety systems for parking and reversing - Fleet management for commercial vehicles
Problems Solved: - Enhances driver visibility when reversing - Reduces the risk of collisions with fixed objects - Improves overall safety for drivers and pedestrians
Benefits: - Increased safety for drivers and pedestrians - Enhanced visibility in challenging parking situations - Improved awareness of surroundings while reversing
Commercial Applications: "Enhancing Driver Visibility System for Rear Cameras: Improving Safety in Reversing Maneuvers"
Prior Art: Research existing systems for rear camera displays and object detection technologies in vehicles.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay informed about advancements in rear camera technology and object detection systems for vehicles.
Questions about the Technology: 1. How does the system differentiate between fixed vehicle-mounted objects and other obstacles? 2. What measures are in place to ensure the accuracy of object identification in various lighting conditions?
Original Abstract Submitted
A system for de-emphasizing fixed vehicle-mounted objects within a rear camera display includes a rear camera system adapted to capture images as the vehicle moves in reverse and display the captured images on the rear camera display, and a data processor in communication with the rear camera system and the rear camera display and adapted to collect sequential images captured by the rear camera system, compare the plurality of sequential images, identify fixed vehicle-mounted objects within the sequential images, calculate a portion of the sequential images that are obscured by identified fixed-vehicle objects, and, when the portion of the sequential images that are obscured by identified fixed-vehicle objects lies within a pre-determined range, to outline the identified fixed vehicle-mounted objects within the rear camera display, and augment the identified fixed vehicle-mounted objects.
