Managing and tracking scouting tasks using autonomous vehicles
US11017674B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 15, 2018 |
| Grant date | May 25, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 23, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG08G1/127
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method is provided for managing and tracking scouting tasks to obtain map information using a fleet of autonomous vehicles. For instance, the method includes defining a scouting quest to obtain the map information. The scouting quest includes a plurality of objectives. Each objective is associated with a geographic location from which sensor data is to be captured. The method also includes receiving a first update message from an autonomous vehicle of the fleet. The update message identifies a location of the autonomous vehicle. The method also includes assigning at least one of the objectives to the autonomous vehicle based on the location of the autonomous vehicle. The method also includes, sending instructions to the autonomous vehicle in order to cause the autonomous vehicle to complete the at least one objective and after sending, tracking a status of the scouting quest.
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