Object detection system and method
US11293165B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 3, 2019 |
| Grant date | Apr 5, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 19, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE02F9/262
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A detection system used to alert an operator of a work machine of humans or objects dangerously close to the machine or a work tool attached to the machine. The detection system uses one or more cameras to capture images of an area surrounding the machine. The captured images are displayed on an interface electronically connected to a processor. Prior to operation, one or more zones surrounding the work tool or work machine are defined and projected on the images displayed on the interface. The processor analyzes the images captured by the cameras and determines if a characteristic of a predetermined object is within one or more of the identified zones. If the processor determines the characteristic of the predetermined object is within one of the zones, the processor will identify the object on the display and trigger a warning system to alert to the operator to take necessary precautions.
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