Apparatus, systems and methods for improved facial detection and recognition in vehicle inspection security systems
US9953210B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 30, 2017 |
| Grant date | Apr 24, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 30, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06V20/625
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Devices, systems, and methods provide for improved facial detection and facial recognition in vehicle interior inspections. In various embodiments, one or more high-resolution cameras having one or more lens and filter attachments operate in conjunction with one or more auxiliary illumination devices and a related computer system. According to various embodiments, an auxiliary illumination device can be synchronized to one or more cameras, and configured to supply auxiliary illumination to facilitate capture of accurate and usable images. The filter(s) and advanced image processing solutions assist with facial detection and identifying individuals inside a vehicle, removing light glare and undesired reflections from a window surface, and capturing an image through a tinted window, among other things. Further, embodiments can compare a captured image to an authenticated image from a database, in order to confirm the identity of a vehicle occupant.
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