Image-capture systems and methods
US11949972B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 27, 2019 |
| Grant date | Apr 2, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 28, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2011/0092
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An imaging system for an autonomous vehicle comprises a camera for capturing images within a first field of view, a transparent disc arranged in front of the camera such that the transparent disc covers the field of view of the camera, an actuator configured to rotate the transparent disc, and a mounting arrangement configured to mount the camera, the transparent disc and the actuator on an autonomous vehicle. Also described is an imaging system comprises a camera for capturing images within a first field of view through a transparent surface, and a fluid dispenser constructed and arranged to spray a fluid onto the transparent surface within the first field of view. Also described is an image capture system for an autonomous vehicle comprising two such cameras with respective transparent discs and actuators.
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