Visual object tracker
US11287827B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 8, 2019 |
| Grant date | Mar 29, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 12, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06T2207/30252
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method for tracking a trailer coupler positioned behind a tow vehicle is provided. The method includes receiving one or more images from a camera positioned on a back portion of the tow vehicle. The method also includes determining a trailer coupler position within the one or more images. The trailer coupler position associated with the trailer coupler. Additionally, the method includes receiving vehicle sensor data from one or more vehicle sensors. The method includes determining vehicle motion data based on the received vehicle sensor data. The method also includes determining an updated coupler position based on the trailer coupler position and the vehicle motion data.
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