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Adaptive scaling in trajectory generation

US11048260B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 2, 2018
Grant dateJun 29, 2021
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Expiry dateNov 2, 2038

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60W2554/801
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Techniques for generating trajectories and drivable areas for navigating a vehicle in an environment are discussed herein. The techniques can include receiving a reference trajectory representing an initial trajectory for a vehicle, such as an autonomous vehicle, to traverse the environment. A point density can be determined for various portions of the reference trajectory. In some cases, the point density can be based at least in part on a cost associated with a curvature value associated the reference trajectory or a cost associated with a distance between the reference trajectory and an obstacle in the environment. Further, the techniques can include evaluating a cost function at points on the reference trajectory to generate a target trajectory with respect to the reference trajectory, and controlling the autonomous vehicle to traverse the environment based at least in part on the target trajectory.

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