Advanced Wildfire Vegetation Health Monitoring Tech
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Background and Problem Solved
The original patent for Moisture and Vegetative Health Mapping provided a solution for monitoring vegetation health, but it had limitations in its applicability to specific environments. The new invention addresses these limitations by adapting the original concept for use in areas prone to wildfires, with limited access, or with high-security needs, providing a more comprehensive and targeted solution for these specialized environments.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new invention provides a novel solution for monitoring vegetation health in specialized environments, which is not addressed by the original patent. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the original concept for use in areas prone to wildfires, with limited access, or with high-security needs, providing a more targeted and effective solution for these environments.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the invention could include the use of different types of sensors, such as near-field radar or cameras, to determine information about vegetation. The invention could also be implemented using different types of devices, such as drones or robots, to sweep the bounded region of interest. Additionally, the invention could be adapted for use in other specialized environments, such as areas with extreme weather conditions or disaster relief zones.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The new invention has potential commercial applications in industries such as firefighting, environmental monitoring, and agriculture. The market for this invention includes government agencies, private companies, and individuals operating in areas prone to wildfires, with limited access, or with high-security needs. The invention provides a valuable solution for these industries, enabling more effective monitoring and management of vegetation health in specialized environments.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A01 | A01C21/007 |
| A | A01 | A01B69/004 |
| A | A01 | A01C7/06 |
| A | A01 | A01C7/102 |
| A | A01 | A01C23/007 |
| A | A01 | A01M7/0089 |
| G | G05 | G05D1/0246 |
| G | G05 | G05D1/0257 |
| G | G06 | G06N20/00 |
| G | G06 | G06T7/0012 |
| G | G06 | G06T7/70 |
| G | G06 | G06T17/05 |
| G | G05 | G05D2201/0201 |
| G | G06 | G06T2207/10004 |
| G | G06 | G06T2207/10028 |
| G | G06 | G06T2207/10044 |
| G | G06 | G06T2207/20081 |
| G | G06 | G06T2207/30188 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,856,883 |
|---|---|
| Title | Moisture and vegetative health mapping |
| Assignee(s) | Scythe Robotics, Inc. |