18652418. DISPLAY CONTROL DEVICE, PARKING ASSIST APPARATUS AND DISPLAY CONTROL METHOD simplified abstract (Panasonic Automotive Systems Co., Ltd.)
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DISPLAY CONTROL DEVICE, PARKING ASSIST APPARATUS AND DISPLAY CONTROL METHOD
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Panasonic Automotive Systems Co., Ltd.
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DISPLAY CONTROL DEVICE, PARKING ASSIST APPARATUS AND DISPLAY CONTROL METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18652418 titled 'DISPLAY CONTROL DEVICE, PARKING ASSIST APPARATUS AND DISPLAY CONTROL METHOD
The patent application describes a display control apparatus that generates a display overhead image showing vacant parking spaces and vehicles, and outputs this image to a display apparatus. The display overhead image includes overhead images of vacant parking spaces that may be outside the current viewing angle of a vehicle-mounted camera or hidden behind static objects as seen from the vehicle's current position.
- The apparatus generates a display overhead image that includes overhead images of vacant parking spaces and vehicles.
- The display overhead image may show vacant parking spaces that are not within the current viewing angle of a vehicle-mounted camera.
- It can also display overhead images of vacant parking spaces that are hidden behind static objects from the vehicle's current position.
Potential Applications: - Parking assistance systems for drivers - Enhanced safety features for vehicles - Improved parking management in crowded areas
Problems Solved: - Difficulty in finding vacant parking spaces - Limited visibility of parking spaces from the vehicle's camera angle - Challenges in identifying hidden parking spaces behind obstacles
Benefits: - Enhanced visibility of parking spaces for drivers - Improved efficiency in parking - Increased safety for both drivers and pedestrians
Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Parking Assistance System for Vehicles" This technology can be utilized in automotive industry for developing parking assistance systems in vehicles, enhancing driver safety and convenience, and potentially creating new market opportunities for innovative parking solutions.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior art related to parking assistance systems, vehicle display technologies, and camera-based parking aids to understand the evolution of similar technologies in the field.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on the latest advancements in parking assistance systems, vehicle display technologies, and computer vision applications for parking assistance to keep abreast of cutting-edge developments in the industry.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does this display control apparatus improve parking efficiency for drivers? - The display overhead image provides enhanced visibility of vacant parking spaces, helping drivers locate parking spots more easily. 2. What are the potential safety benefits of using this technology in vehicles? - This technology can improve safety by reducing the risk of collisions and accidents in parking areas through better visibility and assistance for drivers.
Original Abstract Submitted
Provided is a display control apparatus that generates a display overhead image including overhead images of each of a vacant parking space and a vehicle and outputs the display overhead image to a display apparatus. The display overhead image includes at least one of an overhead image of the vacant parking space outside of a current viewing angle of a vehicle-mounted camera and an overhead image of the vacant parking space hidden behind a static object as seen from a current position of the vehicle.
