18490830. MAP DATA GENERATION DEVICE, MOVABLE APPARATUS MANAGEMENT DEVICE, STORAGE MEDIUM, MAP DATA GENERATION METHOD, AND MOVABLE APPARATUS MANAGEMENT METHOD simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

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MAP DATA GENERATION DEVICE, MOVABLE APPARATUS MANAGEMENT DEVICE, STORAGE MEDIUM, MAP DATA GENERATION METHOD, AND MOVABLE APPARATUS MANAGEMENT METHOD

Organization Name

CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Masashi Kotoku of Kanagawa (JP)

Hideaki Ooba of Kanagawa (JP)

MAP DATA GENERATION DEVICE, MOVABLE APPARATUS MANAGEMENT DEVICE, STORAGE MEDIUM, MAP DATA GENERATION METHOD, AND MOVABLE APPARATUS MANAGEMENT METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18490830 titled 'MAP DATA GENERATION DEVICE, MOVABLE APPARATUS MANAGEMENT DEVICE, STORAGE MEDIUM, MAP DATA GENERATION METHOD, AND MOVABLE APPARATUS MANAGEMENT METHOD

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a map data generation device that creates map data based on operation data received from a movable apparatus autonomously moving and performing operations in a space.

  • The device receives operation data from a movable apparatus.
  • It generates map data used by the movable apparatus for autonomous movement and operation based on the received operation data.

Potential Applications

This technology could be applied in:

  • Autonomous robots for navigation and operation in indoor spaces.
  • Automated guided vehicles in warehouses and factories.

Problems Solved

This technology solves:

  • The need for accurate and up-to-date map data for autonomous movable apparatus.
  • Improving the efficiency and performance of autonomous systems in dynamic environments.

Benefits

The benefits of this technology include:

  • Enhanced accuracy and reliability of autonomous systems.
  • Increased productivity and efficiency in operations.
  • Reduced risk of collisions and errors in navigation.

Potential Commercial Applications

  • Logistics and warehouse management systems.
  • Industrial automation and manufacturing processes.

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art could be the use of simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) techniques in robotics and autonomous systems to create maps for navigation and operation.

Unanswered Questions

How does the device handle dynamic changes in the environment that may affect the generated map data?

The patent application does not provide details on how the device adapts to changes in the environment that could impact the accuracy of the map data.

What types of sensors or data sources are used to collect the operation data from the movable apparatus?

The patent application does not specify the specific sensors or data sources utilized to gather operation data from the movable apparatus.


Original Abstract Submitted

In order to provide a map which can contribute to performance of smooth operation of a movable apparatus which autonomously moves to the movable apparatus, a map data generation device includes an operation data reception unit configured to receive operation data indicating results of a movable apparatus autonomously moving in a space and performing a predetermined operation, and a map data generation unit configured to generate map data which is used when the movable apparatus autonomously moves in the space and performs the predetermined operation on the basis of the operation data.