Obstacle detection using stereo vision
US7248968B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 29, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jul 24, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 13, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06V20/38
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for detecting an obstacle comprises determining a vegetation height of a vegetation canopy at corresponding coordinates within a field. An object height is detected, where the object height of an object exceeds the vegetation height. A range of the object is estimated. The range of the object may be references to a vehicle location, a reference location, or absolute coordinates. Dimensions associated with the object are estimated. An obstacle avoidance zone is established for the vehicle based on the estimated range and dimensions.
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