AI Bathymetry Mapping With Sonar Landmark Registration
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for mapping the ocean floor are arduous and time-consuming, hindering efficient maritime logistics.
Innovation Solution
An apparatus and method utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) bathymetry, which includes a sonic unit on a boat to generate metric data, an image processing module to create bathymetric images, and an autonomous navigation module to guide the boat, enhancing mapping efficiency.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If traditional methods are used for mapping the ocean floor, then measurement precision can be maintained, but productivity is reduced and loss of time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical bathymetric surveying methods with an AI-based system that uses sonar data processing and machine learning algorithms to automatically generate bathymetric maps, eliminating the need for manual data collection and analysis procedures
Solution Approach 2:
The AI bathymetric system performs autonomous navigation and self-directed data collection, with the system independently selecting survey areas, processing sonar data, and generating bathymetric maps without requiring continuous human intervention or manual operation
2Ease of operation
If traditional bathymetric surveying is performed, then measurement accuracy is maintained, but device complexity increases due to manual operations
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple functions including autonomous navigation, sonar data acquisition, AI-based data processing, and bathymetric map generation into a single integrated system, reducing operational complexity despite the advanced technology employed
Solution Approach 2:
The AI processing module acts as an intermediary between raw sonar data and final bathymetric maps, automatically handling the complex data transformation processes and shielding users from the complexity of underlying algorithms and processing steps
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Facilitates rapid and accurate mapping of ocean floors by integrating AI for improved data processing and navigation, reducing time and effort in maritime surveys.
Implementation Method 1
a sonic unit to transmit a plurality of sonic pulses and receive a plurality of return pulses
Data Source
AI summary
An apparatus for artificial intelligence (AI) bathymetry is disclosed. The apparatus includes a sonic unit attached to a boat, the sonic unit configured to generate a plurality of metric data as a function of a plurality of ultrasonic pulses and a plurality of return pulses. An image processing module is configured to generate a bathymetric image as a function of the plurality of metric data, identify, as a function of the bathymetric image, an underwater landmark, and register the bathymetric image to a map location as a function of the underwater landmark. A communication module is configured to transmit the registered bathymetric image to at least a computing device. An autonomous navigation module is configured to determine a heading for the boat as a function of a path datum and command boat control to navigate the boat as a function of the heading.