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Method of detecting object using structured light and robot using the same

US7507948B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 1, 2006
Grant dateMar 24, 2009
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Expiry dateMar 23, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA47L2201/04
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A method of detecting an object using a structured light and a robot using the same are disclosed. The method of detecting a floor object using a structured light includes measuring a height difference of a position onto which a specified structured light is projected with a reference position, and detecting the floor object using the measured height difference.

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