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Method of collecting information for a geographic database for use with a navigation system

US7421341B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJun 30, 2004
Grant dateSep 2, 2008
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Expiry dateApr 4, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01C21/26
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method for collecting geographic data for use with a navigation system is disclosed. A route between a first location and a second location is identified. Data providing directions for traveling from said first location to said second location is collected. The data providing directions is stored in a geographic database. The geographic database is provided for use with navigation related features.

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