Patents Assigned to NEARMAP US, INC.
  • Publication number: 20260212434
    Abstract: A system utilizing artificial intelligence use and AI module to process roof data that includes image data and non-imagery data to generate at least one image input vector data structure and at least one imagery input vector data structure associated with the roof, the system comparing the at least one image input vector data structure and the at least one imagery input vector data structure to preexisting at least one preexisting imagery input vector data structure and at least one preexisting non-imagery input vector data structure to determine if a change has occurred to the roof or determine an age of the roof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2025
    Publication date: July 23, 2026
    Applicants: Nearmap US, Inc., Nearmap Australia Pty Ltd
    Inventors: Sophie ZAREEI, Brett James TULLY, Adrian Stephen WILKINS-CARUANA, Wei ZHOU, Kausthub KRISHNAMURTHY, Rohan SHAH, Eleanor Georgia McDONALD
  • Patent number: 12664775
    Abstract: Methods, non-transitory computer readable media, and roof analysis systems are disclosed that preprocess overhead images in imagery data obtained based on a request comprising a geographic location. The overhead images depict a building at different historical points in time identified in the imagery data. A neural network is applied to input data structures into which the overhead images are converted. The neural network is trained to extract relationships between features from the input data structures indicating changes in a roof of the building and generate an output data structure representing the changes. Patterns in the output data structure are analyzed to determine instances of change of the roof. A roof age is then output via a user interface in response to the request. The roof age is generated based on a likelihood of the instances of change or a time interval between the overhead images and a current time.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2023
    Date of Patent: June 23, 2026
    Assignee: NEARMAP US, INC.
    Inventors: Julius Simonelli, Ilsoo Seong, Jason Janofsky, Nicholas Molyneux, David Tobias, David Lyman
  • Publication number: 20260134485
    Abstract: A system utilizing artificial intelligence use and AI model to process property data that includes image data and non-imagery data to generate AI attributes associated with the property and receiving data from a plurality of different data sources, the system normalizing the AI attributes and the data from a plurality of different data sources and using them to automatically make decisions relating to underwriting and claims adjustments based on comparison to underwriting or adjustment rules.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2025
    Publication date: May 14, 2026
    Applicants: Nearmap US, Inc., Nearmap Australia Pty Ltd
    Inventors: Michael BEWLEY, Jason JANOFSKY, David TOBIAS, Tom CELINSKI, Jason BONNER
  • Publication number: 20260112110
    Abstract: A system and method for viewing aerial imagery and derived content on a web-based imagery browser that can be accessed by at least two users simultaneously. In addition, a system for interactively generating 3D geometry data for a location imaged from multiple viewpoints.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 16, 2025
    Publication date: April 23, 2026
    Applicant: Nearmap US, Inc.
    Inventors: Carl MISTLER, Aaron David ROOT, Charley Mae AITCHISON, Anuraag SRIDHAR, Irfan SIMONS, Clarissa Marie HART
  • Publication number: 20260094434
    Abstract: Methods, non-transitory computer-readable media, and property analysis systems are disclosed that extract vegetation location information from overhead and LIDAR images associated with a geographic location. The images are aligned based on the extracted vegetation information. Models are applied to the aligned images based on vegetation height information extracted from the LIDAR images. A graph is then generated based on a result of the application of the models. The graph represents a relationship between vegetation, one or more buildings, and one or more fire pathways associated with the geographic location. A wildfire risk score generated based on the graph is then output for the buildings via a GUI. Thus, the disclosed technology applies wildfire spread models and graphs to vegetation and buildings identified in aligned overhead and LIDAR imagery to provide relatively accurate wildfire risk assessment to insurers and homeowners and thereby facilitate informed decision-making and preventative measures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2025
    Publication date: April 2, 2026
    Applicant: NEARMAP US, INC.
    Inventors: Julius SIMONELLI, llsoo SEONG
  • Publication number: 20260050996
    Abstract: A system utilizing artificial intelligence use and AI module to process roof data that includes image data and non-imagery data to generate at least one image input vector data structure and at least one imagery input vector data structure associated with the roof, the system comparing the at least one image input vector data structure and the at least one imagery input vector data structure to preexisting at least one preexisting imagery input vector data structure and at least one preexisting non-imagery input vector data structure to determine if a change has occurred to the roof or determine an age of the roof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2025
    Publication date: February 19, 2026
    Applicants: Nearmap US, Inc., Nearmap Australia Pty Ltd
    Inventors: Brett James TULLY, Lodewicus Jacobus BRINK, Adrian Stephen WILKINS-CARUANA, Rohan SHAH
  • Publication number: 20260051022
    Abstract: A system and a method for generating semantic predictions corresponding to pixels of an input image by providing a first Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) and a second CNN, the first CNN having a selected sampling factor, s, and defining a mask that corresponds to a grid of pixels positioned s pixels apart from each other and centered on a single pixel of the grid of pixels, with an input image crop size based on the extent of the mask, and processing mage data shaped according to the input image crop to generate semantic predictions for pixels corresponding to the grid of pixel locations of the mask. The second CNN receives input image and generates semantic predictions for the input image that is at a higher pixel density than the mask.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2025
    Publication date: February 19, 2026
    Applicants: Nearmap US, Inc., Nearmap Australia Pty Ltd
    Inventors: Peter RICKWOOD, Nagita Mehr SERESHT, Adrian Stephen WILKINS-CARUANA
  • Patent number: 12555374
    Abstract: Methods, non-transitory computer-readable media, and property analysis systems are disclosed that extract vegetation location information from overhead and LIDAR images associated with a geographic location. The images are aligned based on the extracted vegetation information. Models are applied to the aligned images based on vegetation height information extracted from the LIDAR images. A graph is then generated based on a result of the application of the models. The graph represents a relationship between vegetation, one or more buildings, and one or more fire pathways associated with the geographic location. A wildfire risk score generated based on the graph is then output for the buildings via a GUI. Thus, the disclosed technology applies wildfire spread models and graphs to vegetation and buildings identified in aligned overhead and LIDAR imagery to provide relatively accurate wildfire risk assessment to insurers and homeowners and thereby facilitate informed decision-making and preventative measures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2023
    Date of Patent: February 17, 2026
    Assignee: NEARMAP US, INC.
    Inventors: Julius Simonelli, Ilsoo Seong
  • Publication number: 20260004360
    Abstract: This application discloses methods, systems, and computer-implemented virtualization software applications and computer-implemented graphical user interface tools for remote virtual visualization of structures. Images are captured by an imaging vehicle of a structure and the captured images are transmitted to a remote server via a communication network. Using virtual 3D digital modeling software the server, using the images received from the imaging vehicle, generates a virtual 3D digital model of the structure and stores it in a database. This virtual 3D digital model can be accessed by remote users, using virtualization software applications, and used to view images of the structure. The user is able to manipulate the images and to view them from various perspectives and compare the before-the-damage images with images taken after damage have occurred. Based on all this the user is enabled to remotely communicate with an insurance agent and/or file an insurance claim.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 25, 2025
    Publication date: January 1, 2026
    Applicant: Nearmap US, Inc.
    Inventors: Bryan R. Nussbaum, An Ho, Nathan C. Summers, Kevin L. Mitchell, Rebecca A. Little
  • Patent number: 12423756
    Abstract: This application discloses methods, systems, and computer-implemented virtualization software applications and computer-implemented graphical user interface tools for remote virtual visualization of structures. Images are captured by an imaging vehicle of a structure and the captured images are transmitted to a remote server via a communication network. Using virtual 3D digital modeling software the server, using the images received from the imaging vehicle, generates a virtual 3D digital model of the structure and stores it in a database. This virtual 3D digital model can be accessed by remote users, using virtualization software applications, and used to view images of the structure. The user is able to manipulate the images and to view them from various perspectives and compare the before-the-damage images with images taken after damage have occurred. Based on all this the user is enabled to remotely communicate with an insurance agent and/or file an insurance claim.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2024
    Date of Patent: September 23, 2025
    Assignee: NEARMAP US, INC.
    Inventors: Bryan R. Nussbaum, An Ho, Nathan C. Summers, Kevin L. Mitchell, Rebecca A. Little
  • Patent number: 12406495
    Abstract: Methods, non-transitory computer readable media, and roof analysis systems are disclosed that preprocess overhead images in imagery data obtained based on a request comprising a geographic location. The overhead images depict a building at different historical points in time identified in the imagery data. A neural network is applied to input data structures into which the overhead images are converted. The neural network is trained to extract relationships between features from the input data structures indicating changes in a roof of the building and generate an output data structure representing the changes. Patterns in the output data structure are analyzed to determine instances of change of the roof. A roof age is then output via a user interface in response to the request. The roof age is generated based on a likelihood of the instances of change or a time interval between the overhead images and a current time.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 2024
    Date of Patent: September 2, 2025
    Assignee: NEARMAP US, INC.
    Inventors: Julius Simonelli, Ilsoo Seong, Jason Janofsky, Nicholas Molyneux, David Tobias, David Lyman
  • Patent number: 10861247
    Abstract: A computer-implemented method for generating roof reports. In one embodiment, a user begins by entering an address into an application and clicking a “request” button. A 3D model of the structure at the address is prepared. The application may then proceed with manual or automatic roof extraction. For manual roof extraction, an analyst may outline roof facets to create a roof model. For automatic roof extraction, the application may use machine learning or another technique to automatically extract and then simplify roof facets. In either case, the application may then present the roof model to a reviewer for inspection. The reviewer may then accept or reject the roof model. If the reviewer rejects the roof model, an analyst may correct the roof model and resuming it for review. Once the roof model passes a review, the application may then proceed with converting the roof model into a roof report.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 8, 2020
    Assignee: NEARMAP US, INC.
    Inventors: Randy Milbert, Andreas Robinson