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Method for shape classification of an object

US10215560B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 30, 2015
Grant dateFeb 26, 2019
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Expiry dateMay 23, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06V10/476
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for shape classification of an object is provided. Shape categories are provided which specify a plane and points therein relative to the object, and also specify at least one limit coordinate for each such point, the limit coordinate defining a boundary in a direction normal to the plane for the shape of the object considered in order for the object to be classified into a respective shape category. The shape categories can be provided by a user, making the method very flexible. The shape categories can in particular be derived from a set of samples of objects representing a shape category to be defined. For classification, the position of a surface of the object is measured at each of the points defined in the shape category, and the result is compared with the corresponding limit coordinate.

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