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Autonomous floor cleaner and method for autonomous floor cleaning

US11966222B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 11, 2021
Grant dateApr 23, 2024
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Expiry dateJul 16, 2042

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG05D2111/14
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An autonomous floor cleaner includes multiple occupiable space sensors for position and/or proximity sensing. Data from the occupiable space sensors can be used determine areas of occupiable space in proximity to the autonomous floor cleaner. Methods for exiting a trapped condition, obstacle avoidance, and path planning are disclosed.

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