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Using an imaging device for security/emergency applications

US6741165B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJun 4, 1999
Grant dateMay 25, 2004
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Expiry dateJun 4, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R2325/205
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A system, apparatus and method are provided for using an imaging device for surveillance. According to one embodiment, a sensor is triggered when a situation occurs, the triggered sensor is detected, the imaging device is turned in the direction of the triggered sensor, and the imaging device is activated to capture an image.

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