Infrared Marker Triangular Arrangement for Vehicle Recognition
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing vehicle recognition systems require sophisticated image processing to distinguish infrared signals from extraneous sources, making it difficult to accurately recognize two-wheeled vehicles without detracting from their aesthetic design.
Innovation Solution
A vehicle recognizing apparatus using three infrared markers placed at vertices of a virtual triangle on a two-wheeled vehicle, with the headlight within the triangle, allowing easy recognition by distributing the markers within existing vehicle components like turn-signal lights and side-view mirrors, eliminating the need for additional frameworks and complex image processing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If infrared LEDs are disposed at multiple places on the preceding vehicle, then vehicle recognition accuracy is improved, but it is difficult to apply to two-wheeled vehicles and detracts from aesthetic beauty
Solution Approach 1:
The invention segments the infrared light source into three separate infrared LEDs positioned at specific locations (left turn signal, right turn signal, and rear position light) to form a triangular pattern. This segmentation allows the system to achieve accurate vehicle recognition through the distinctive triangular geometry while being easily applicable to two-wheeled vehicles without requiring complex mounting structures.
2Measurement precision
If infrared LEDs are disposed at multiple places on the preceding vehicle, then vehicle recognition accuracy is improved, but the aesthetic beauty of the vehicle is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The invention merges the infrared LEDs with existing vehicle lighting components (turn signals and position lights). The infrared LEDs are integrated into these existing elements, allowing the vehicle to emit infrared light for recognition purposes without adding separate aesthetic-impairing components. The infrared function is combined with the existing visual lighting system.
3Measurement precision
If sophisticated image processing function is used in the recognizing vehicle, then accurate distinction of infrared signals is improved, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The invention creates a distinctive triangular geometric pattern using infrared LEDs that mirrors the vehicle's physical structure. This geometric copying allows the recognizing system to identify the vehicle type by detecting the characteristic triangular arrangement of infrared sources, simplifying the image processing requirements compared to analyzing complex infrared signal patterns.
4Measurement precision
If three or more infrared LEDs are used in the preceding vehicle, then vehicle position recognition is improved, but it is difficult to determine distance and relative motion for two-wheeled vehicles
Solution Approach 1:
The invention uses an asymmetric triangular arrangement of infrared LEDs positioned at specific locations on the vehicle body (left turn signal, right turn signal, and rear position light). This asymmetric geometric configuration provides distinctive spatial information that enables the recognizing system to determine both vehicle position and motion characteristics, including distance and relative motion, for two-wheeled vehicles.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables immediate and accurate recognition of two-wheeled vehicles without compromising their design, as the triangular arrangement of infrared markers is easily distinguishable from other infrared sources, reducing the complexity of image processing requirements.
Implementation Method 1
at least three infrared markers emitting infrared light; and a drive circuit causing each of the infrared markers to emit light
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AI summary
A vehicle recognizing apparatus which does not require a sophisticated image processing function of a vehicle on a recognizing side and allows a recognized vehicle to be immediately and accurately recognized by a simple image processing system. A pair of first and second infrared markers on the left and right sides are, respectively, placed at a pair of left and right vehicle components. Furthermore, a third infrared marker is provided to form a virtual triangle which may be easily distinguished by a recognizing system from extraneous infrared light sources.