20230083667. ARRANGING PASSENGER PICKUPS FOR AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES simplified abstract (Waymo LLC)

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ARRANGING PASSENGER PICKUPS FOR AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES

Organization Name

Waymo LLC

Inventor(s)

Salil Pandit of Palo Alto CA (US)

Nirman Patel of Sunnyvale CA (US)

Tacettin Dogacan Guney of San Jose CA (US)

Kevin Rawlings of Santa Clara CA (US)

Laurens Andreas Feenstra of San Francisco CA (US)

ARRANGING PASSENGER PICKUPS FOR AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20230083667 titled 'ARRANGING PASSENGER PICKUPS FOR AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a method for arranging pick up and drop off locations between a driverless vehicle and a passenger.

  • The method involves receiving a request for a vehicle from a client computing device, which includes the first location where the passenger wants to be picked up.
  • The system uses pre-stored map information and the first location to identify a recommended point for the pick up, based on a set of heuristics.
  • Each heuristic in the set has a ranking, and the recommended point is chosen to satisfy at least one heuristic with the highest rank.
  • The pre-stored map information includes a list of predetermined locations where the vehicle can stop, and the recommended point is one of these locations.
  • The recommended point is then provided to the client computing device for display on a map.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Ride-hailing services: This method can be used by ride-hailing companies to efficiently arrange pick up and drop off locations for their driverless vehicles.
  • Autonomous taxis: Autonomous taxi services can utilize this method to optimize their operations and provide a seamless experience for passengers.
  • Delivery services: Companies offering autonomous delivery services can use this method to determine the most convenient pick up and drop off points for their packages.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • Efficient pick up and drop off: The method helps in identifying the best locations for pick up and drop off, considering various factors and heuristics, ensuring a smooth experience for both the driverless vehicle and the passenger.
  • Optimization of operations: By using a set of heuristics and predetermined locations, the method helps in optimizing the operations of driverless vehicles, reducing unnecessary detours and delays.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Improved passenger experience: Passengers can easily request a vehicle and be provided with a recommended pick up point, enhancing convenience and reducing confusion.
  • Efficient use of driverless vehicles: By optimizing pick up and drop off locations, the method helps in maximizing the utilization of driverless vehicles, leading to cost savings and reduced congestion.
  • Seamless integration with existing systems: The method can be integrated with existing ride-hailing or delivery platforms, making it easier for companies to adopt and implement this technology.


Original Abstract Submitted

aspects of the disclosure relate to arranging a pick up and drop off locations between a driverless vehicle and a passenger. as an example, a method of doing so may include receiving a request for a vehicle from a client computing device, wherein the request identifies a first location. pre-stored map information and the first location are used to identify a recommended point according to a set of heuristics. each heuristic of the set of heuristics has a ranking such that the recommended point corresponds to a location that satisfies at least one of the heuristics having a first rank and such that no other location satisfies any other heuristic of the set of heuristics having a higher rank than the first rank. the pre-stored map information identifying a plurality of pre-determined locations for the vehicle to stop, and the recommended point is one of the plurality of pre-determined locations. the recommended point is then provided the client computing device for display on a display of the client computing device with a map.

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