Laser Radar Inspection Navigation for Scattered Object Scanning

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current inspection systems require manual determination of object locations, leading to low intelligence and scanning efficiency, especially in large inspection regions with scattered objects, necessitating high labor costs.

Innovation Solution

An autonomous inspection system with a movable inspection device equipped with laser radar devices for detection and navigation, a topological map for guidance, and a controller for automated movement and scanning, allowing for intelligent positioning and scanning of objects within scanning channels.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Productivity

If manual determination of object locations is used, then the inspection system can operate with simple equipment, but the inspection efficiency and intelligence are low

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinspection efficiencyVSAvoidsystem complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The inspection device autonomously determines object locations by emitting laser beams and receiving reflected signals, eliminating the need for manual location determination. The device self-navigates to objects and performs inspection automatically, thereby improving inspection efficiency while the integrated nature of the system keeps complexity manageable

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces manual mechanical location determination with an optical field-based laser radar system. The laser radar device uses electromagnetic waves (laser) to detect object positions, substituting the mechanical/manual process with an automated optical measurement system, thus improving efficiency

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

2Adaptability or versatility

If centralized scanning at a designated location is used, then the inspection process is simplified, but the inspection region is limited and cannot accommodate scattered objects

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinspection region coverageVSAvoidoperation simplicity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The inspection device transitions from a static centralized scanning position to a mobile dynamic system. The device can move freely within the inspection region to locate and inspect objects scattered at various positions, thereby expanding coverage while maintaining operational simplicity through automated navigation

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The inspection region is divided into multiple scanning channels with designated nodes, allowing the inspection device to systematically cover different areas. This segmentation enables the device to handle scattered objects across a large region while maintaining an organized inspection process

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

3Area of stationary object

If the inspection region is large with scattered objects, then the inspection coverage is improved, but the scanning efficiency decreases and labor costs increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinspection region areaVSAvoidscanning efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
Area of stationary objectVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The inspection device autonomously navigates to scattered objects within the large inspection region using laser radar for location determination and integrated positioning systems. This self-service capability enables efficient scanning across large areas without requiring manual intervention, thereby maintaining high productivity despite the expanded inspection region

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The system uses laser radar to detect object positions and feeds this information back to the control system, which then directs the inspection device to the appropriate locations. This feedback mechanism enables efficient navigation and scanning across large regions with scattered objects by continuously adjusting the inspection path based on detected positions

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

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 inspection efficiency by reducing manual labor and improving automation, enabling unmanned intelligent inspection with reduced costs.

Implementation Method 1

a first laser radar device and a second laser radar device, wherein the first laser radar device and the second laser radar device are arranged on the inspection device

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLaser: Laser

Implementation Method 2

the first laser radar device is configured to determine whether an object to be inspected exists in the inspection region or not

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLight reflection: Reflection

Data Source

PatentUS20250383471A1Autonomous inspection system having inspection region
Publication Date: 2025.12.18 NUCTECH CO LTD
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AI summary

The present disclosure provides an autonomous inspection system having an inspection region, including: an inspection device movably provided in the inspection region; and a first laser radar device and a second laser radar device, wherein the first laser radar device and the second laser radar device are arranged on the inspection device, the first laser radar device is configured to determine whether an object to be inspected exists in the inspection region or not, and the second laser radar device is configured to determine whether the object to be inspected exists in the scanning channel or not, the scanning channel comprises a first end and a second end, each of the first end and the second end is provided with a node, and a moving path of the inspection device is guided by using the node when the inspection device determines that the object to be inspected exists.