AI-Powered Computer Vision for Diverse Industry Applications
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept leverages the core technology of markerless navigation using AI computer vision to tackle complex problems in various industries, including agriculture, livestock management, environmental monitoring, and underwater exploration.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent, focused on robotic-assisted surgery, demonstrated the effectiveness of AI-powered computer vision for markerless navigation. However, this technology has broader applications beyond healthcare. The inventive concept addresses the limitations of the original patent by applying its core principles to new industries, solving problems such as inefficient crop monitoring, suboptimal livestock feeding, and ineffective environmental monitoring.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept encompasses a range of systems and methods that utilize AI-powered computer vision for various industry applications. For instance, in agriculture, the technology can be used for autonomous crop monitoring, identifying crop characteristics and guiding agricultural equipment accordingly. In livestock management, AI-powered computer vision can analyze livestock behavior and generate personalized feeding recommendations. Similarly, the technology can be applied to environmental monitoring, tracking and predicting wildfires, and monitoring urban air quality. In underwater exploration, AI-based computer vision can identify marine life and underwater structures, guiding underwater vehicles.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel applications of the original patent's technology, which are non-obvious and unexpected. The inventive concept's value lies in its ability to adapt the core technology to diverse industries, solving complex problems and creating new opportunities.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the integration of additional sensors, such as lidar or radar, to enhance the accuracy of the AI-powered computer vision. Variations could also involve the use of different AI algorithms or machine learning models to improve the system's performance in specific industries.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential across various industries, including agriculture, livestock management, environmental monitoring, and underwater exploration. The market for AI-powered computer vision solutions is expected to grow substantially, driven by the increasing demand for efficient and accurate solutions in these industries.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B34/20 |
| A | A61 | A61B90/39 |
| G | G06 | G06N3/08 |
| G | G06 | G06T7/10 |
| G | G06 | G06T7/74 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/2057 |
| A | A61 | A61B2034/2065 |
| A | A61 | A61B2090/3945 |
| A | A61 | A61B2090/3983 |
| G | G06 | G06T2207/20081 |
| G | G06 | G06T2207/20084 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,271 |
|---|---|
| Title | Markerless navigation using AI computer vision |