Movable Cargo-Space Camera Layout for Reliable Object Positioning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current semi-automated cargo space management systems for commercial vehicles are inefficient due to the need for multiple rigidly mounted cameras, leading to increased complexity and work, which hinders the reliable identification and positioning of objects within the cargo space.
Innovation Solution
A cargo-space management system comprising a camera system with at least one camera that can be positioned displaceably, a control device with object identification and locating mechanisms, and a human-machine interface, which reduces the number of cameras required and enhances the efficiency of object identification and positioning within the cargo space.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If rigidly mounted cameras are used to scan the cargo space, then object identification and positioning can be achieved, but the system complexity increases and a large number of cameras are required
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by making the camera system movable instead of rigidly mounted. The camera can be positioned at different locations within the cargo space to scan objects from multiple positions, which reduces the total number of cameras needed while maintaining reliable object identification and positioning capabilities throughout the entire cargo volume.
2Area of stationary object
If multiple rigidly mounted cameras are deployed to cover the cargo space, then complete scanning is possible, but the amount of work and complexity increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the universality principle by designing a single camera system that can perform multiple scanning functions throughout the cargo space. The movable camera can be positioned at various locations to scan different areas, making one camera system capable of doing the work of multiple fixed cameras, thereby reducing system complexity while maintaining complete cargo space coverage.
3Device complexity
If manual identification and positioning of objects is performed, then no additional system complexity is introduced, but time efficiency and productivity decrease
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the self-service principle by implementing an automated system where the movable camera independently scans, identifies, and positions objects within the cargo space without requiring manual intervention. The system autonomously captures images, processes them to identify objects, and determines their positions, significantly improving loading and unloading productivity while the complexity is managed through the use of a single movable camera unit.
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure relates to a cargo-space management system (10) for a cargo space (14), to a vehicle (12) and to methods for loading and unloading objects. The cargo-space management system (10) comprises at least one camera system (16), a control device (24) having an object identification mechanism and a locating mechanism, and at least one human-machine interface (30). The control device (24) is coupled at least to the camera system (16) and the human-machine interface (30). At least one camera (18) of the camera system (16) has a mounting device (20) such that the respective camera (18) can be positioned in a displaceable manner within the cargo space (14).