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Ensuring safe operation of industrial machinery

US10899007B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 13, 2018
Grant dateJan 26, 2021
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Expiry dateJul 11, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S901/49
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Systems and methods monitor a workspace for safety purposes using sensors distributed about the workspace. The sensors are registered with respect to each other, and this registration is monitored over time. Occluded space as well as occupied space is identified, and this mapping is frequently updated.

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