Electric Field Object Detection for Autonomous Vehicle Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing techniques for detecting objects using electric fields are limited in their effectiveness and accuracy, particularly in autonomous driving applications, where precise detection and control of objects within a predetermined range are crucial for safe navigation.
Innovation Solution
An electronic device installed in a mobile body, comprising an electric field generator, detector, and controller, which generates a quasi-electrostatic field and detects changes to determine the presence and position of objects, enabling control of the mobile body's movement based on these detections.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If an electric field is generated to detect objects in autonomous driving, then object detection capability is improved, but detection accuracy and reliability are insufficient for safe navigation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple electric field generators arranged in arrays to create a comprehensive detection network. By merging multiple detection zones and combining signals from multiple generators, the system achieves both wide coverage and high detection accuracy, resolving the contradiction between versatility and precision
Solution Approach 2:
The system continuously monitors electric field changes and adjusts detection parameters based on detected object characteristics. This feedback mechanism enhances detection accuracy by adapting to different object types and conditions while maintaining comprehensive detection capability
2Device complexity
If electric field detection is used for object detection, then the detection method is simplified, but effectiveness and accuracy are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The electric field detection system is designed to perform multiple functions including object detection, positioning, and classification using the same basic detection mechanism. This multi-functionality maintains simplicity while enhancing reliability through versatile application of the detection principle
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
Enhances the accuracy and usefulness of object detection using electric fields, allowing for precise control of mobile bodies, such as vehicles, to avoid obstacles and ensure safe navigation, particularly in autonomous driving scenarios.
Implementation Method 1
The electric field generator is configured to generate an electric field in a predetermined range
Implementation Method 2
The electric field detector is configured to detect the electric field generated by the electric field generator
Data Source
AI summary
An electronic device is configured to be installed in a mobile body. The electronic device comprises an electric field generator, an electric field detector, and a controller. The electric field generator is configured to generate an electric field in a predetermined range. The electric field detector is configured to detect the electric field generated by the electric field generator. The controller is configured to detect an object in the predetermined range based on a change of the electric field detected by the electric field detector. The controller is configured to control the mobile body based on a result of detecting the object.