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Open area maps

US8099237B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 25, 2008
Grant dateJan 17, 2012
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Expiry dateJul 24, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01C21/383
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Systems and methods associated with an open area map are disclosed. For example, one method comprises obtaining an image of a layout. The layout represents a real-world area in which a person moves about. A grid is applied on the image. The grid includes tiles that fill in a ground area of the image. A routable map is generated as a function of the grid. The routable map is configured to provide point-to-point routing within the layout.

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