Apple inc. (20240288276). Systems and Methods For Destination Navigation simplified abstract
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Inventor(s)
Sung Chang Lee of Saratoga CA (US)
Kenneth H. Mahan of Santa Clara CA (US)
Ki Myung Lee of Palo Alto CA (US)
Nigel J. Funge of Redwood City CA (US)
Richard J. Blanco of San Francisco CA (US)
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240288276 titled 'Systems and Methods For Destination Navigation
The abstract of the patent application describes a method that involves providing navigation instructions associated with a specific lane on a roadway, capturing images of the roadway from a vehicle, determining the vehicle's current lane based on the images, and notifying the driver to switch lanes if necessary.
- The method obtains navigation instructions linked to a particular lane on a multi-lane roadway.
- It captures images of the roadway from a vehicle traveling towards the specified location.
- Based on the captured images, it determines the current lane of the vehicle.
- If the vehicle is not in the correct lane according to the navigation instructions, a notification is sent to the driver to change lanes.
Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in navigation systems to provide real-time lane guidance to drivers. - It can enhance driver safety by ensuring they are in the correct lane for upcoming maneuvers. - Autonomous vehicles can utilize this method to navigate complex roadways more effectively.
Problems Solved: - Helps drivers follow navigation instructions accurately. - Reduces the risk of missed turns or exits due to being in the wrong lane. - Enhances overall driving experience and safety.
Benefits: - Improved navigation accuracy. - Enhanced driver confidence. - Increased road safety.
Commercial Applications: Title: Lane Guidance System for Vehicles This technology can be integrated into GPS navigation systems for consumer vehicles. It can also be utilized in commercial fleet management systems to optimize route planning and driver efficiency.
Questions about Lane Guidance System for Vehicles:
1. How does this technology improve driver safety on the road?
- This technology enhances driver safety by providing real-time lane guidance to ensure drivers are in the correct lane for upcoming maneuvers.
2. What are the potential applications of this technology beyond consumer vehicles?
- This technology can also be used in commercial fleet management systems to optimize route planning and driver efficiency.
Original Abstract Submitted
a method includes obtaining a navigation instruction that is associated with a first location along a roadway, wherein the roadway defines multiple lanes, and the navigation instruction specifies a first lane from the multiple lanes. the method also includes obtaining a first image of the roadway from an imaging device that is located with a vehicle that is travelling along the roadway toward the first location, determining, based on the first image, that the vehicle is located in a second lane from the multiple lanes, and in response to determining that the vehicle is located in the second lane, outputting a first notification that instructs a driver of the vehicle to move the vehicle to the first lane.
