Drone-enabled active fall protection
US11453125B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 9, 2020 |
| Grant date | Sep 27, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 9, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25J9/1697
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for providing active fall prevention assistance to a user. The method includes one or more computer processors mapping a work area where a user performs a plan of tasks. The method further includes determining a safety configuration related to the user and the task. The method further includes instructing an autonomous device to attach a first tether between a first anchor point and a safety harness secured to the user. The method further includes analyzing real-time images of the work area and the user while the user performs the task. The method further includes determining that the user is at risk of falling. The method further includes responding to determining that the user is at risk of falling by instructing the autonomous device to attach a second tether between a second anchor point and the safety harness secured to the user.
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