18287550. VEHICLE CONTROL APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER READABLE MEDIUM simplified abstract (NEC Corporation)
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VEHICLE CONTROL APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER READABLE MEDIUM
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VEHICLE CONTROL APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER READABLE MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18287550 titled 'VEHICLE CONTROL APPARATUS, CONTROL METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER READABLE MEDIUM
The vehicle control apparatus described in the patent application allows for accurate control of autonomous driving using images.
- Camera image acquisition unit acquires images from a camera on a forklift.
- Image recognition unit identifies a pallet and an insertion opening in the pallet from the acquired image.
- Movement control unit determines the direction of the forklift with respect to the insertion opening based on the relative sizes in the image and controls the movement of the forklift to position the fork for insertion.
Potential Applications: - Autonomous driving in warehouse settings - Improved efficiency in material handling operations
Problems Solved: - Enhances precision in forklift operations - Reduces the risk of accidents in warehouse environments
Benefits: - Increased productivity - Enhanced safety measures in material handling processes
Commercial Applications: Title: Autonomous Forklift Control System for Warehouse Operations This technology can be utilized in logistics companies, manufacturing facilities, and distribution centers to streamline operations and improve overall efficiency.
Questions about Autonomous Forklift Control System: 1. How does this technology improve safety in warehouse environments?
- This technology enhances safety by accurately controlling the movement of forklifts, reducing the risk of accidents.
2. What are the potential cost-saving benefits of implementing this system?
- By increasing efficiency and reducing errors in material handling, companies can save on operational costs.
Original Abstract Submitted
An object is to provide a vehicle control apparatus that can accurately control autonomous driving of a vehicle using images. A vehicle control apparatus () according to the present disclosure includes a camera image acquisition unit () configured to acquire an image from a camera included in a forklift; an image recognition unit () configured to recognize a pallet and an insertion opening provided in the pallet from the acquired image; and a movement control unit () configured to determine a direction in which the forklift is present with respect to the insertion opening according to a relative size of the insertion opening relative to a size of the pallet in the image and control movement of the forklift so as to move a fork of the forklift to a position where the fork of the forklift can be inserted into the insertion opening.
