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Methods and systems for precise vehicle localization using radar maps

US9194949B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 20, 2011
Grant dateNov 24, 2015
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Expiry dateSep 6, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01S13/895
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method for determining a location of a vehicle. The method includes steps of acquiring a plurality of sensor data from a radar sensor associated with the vehicle; obtaining an approximate location of the vehicle using a GPS unit; comparing the sensor data to a database of geo-referenced sensor data; and based on the comparison, determining a location of the vehicle.

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