Patents by Inventor Dario Rethage

Dario Rethage has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20260067564
    Abstract: Disclosed are techniques for enhancing two-dimensional (2D) image capture of subjects (e.g., a physical structure, such as a residential building) to maximize the feature correspondences available for three-dimensional (3D) model reconstruction. More specifically, disclosed is a computer-vision network configured to provide viewfinder interfaces and analyses to guide the improved capture of an intended subject for specified purposes. Additionally, the computer-vision network can be configured to generate a metric representing a quality of feature correspondences between images of a complete set of images used for reconstructing a 3D model of a physical structure. The computer-vision network can also be configured to generate feedback at or before image capture time to guide improvements to the quality of feature correspondences between a pair of images.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 5, 2025
    Publication date: March 5, 2026
    Applicant: Hover Inc.
    Inventors: William Castillo, Brandon Scott, Alrik Firl, David Royston Cutts, Jonathan Mark Igner, Dario Rethage, Domenico Curro, Giridhar Murali, Panfeng Li
  • Publication number: 20260067563
    Abstract: Disclosed are techniques for enhancing two-dimensional (2D) image capture of subjects (e.g., a physical structure, such as a residential building) to maximize the feature correspondences available for three-dimensional (3D) model reconstruction. More specifically, disclosed is a computer-vision network configured to provide viewfinder interfaces and analyses to guide the improved capture of an intended subject for specified purposes. Additionally, the computer-vision network can be configured to generate a metric representing a quality of feature correspondences between images of a complete set of images used for reconstructing a 3D model of a physical structure. The computer-vision network can also be configured to generate feedback at or before image capture time to guide improvements to the quality of feature correspondences between a pair of images.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 5, 2025
    Publication date: March 5, 2026
    Applicant: Hover Inc.
    Inventors: William Castillo, Brandon Scott, Alrik Firl, David Royston Cutts, Jonathan Mark Igner, Dario Rethage, Domenico Curro, Giridhar Murali, Panfeng Li
  • Publication number: 20250342725
    Abstract: Systems and methods for tracking items in a retail environment using combined computer vision (CV) and radio frequency identification (RFID) techniques are disclosed. In an exemplary embodiment, local camera nodes (LCNs) track a person through a retail environment and detect interactions between the person and an object or fixture in the environment. In response to detecting the interaction, an RFID sensor queries one or more RFID tags disposed in a sub-volume in which the interaction occurred. A system may determine that the person has picked up an object with an RFID tag, and both the person and the object may be tracked through the retail environment, including when the person exits the retail environment. Inventory may be managed and tracked using these combined CV and RFID techniques.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 2, 2025
    Publication date: November 6, 2025
    Applicant: Automaton, Inc.
    Inventors: Debarun Dhar, Dario Rethage, Nihal Soans, Joe Mueller, Giridhar Murali
  • Patent number: 12445717
    Abstract: Disclosed are techniques for enhancing two-dimensional (2D) image capture of subjects (e.g., a physical structure, such as a residential building) to maximize the feature correspondences available for three-dimensional (3D) model reconstruction. More specifically, disclosed is a computer-vision network configured to provide viewfinder interfaces and analyses to guide the improved capture of an intended subject for specified purposes. Additionally, the computer-vision network can be configured to generate a metric representing a quality of feature correspondences between images of a complete set of images used for reconstructing a 3D model of a physical structure. The computer-vision network can also be configured to generate feedback at or before image capture time to guide improvements to the quality of feature correspondences between a pair of images.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2021
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2025
    Assignee: Hover Inc.
    Inventors: William Castillo, Brandon Scott, Alrik Firl, David Royston Cutts, Jonathan Mark Igner, Dario Rethage, Domenico Curro, Giridhar Murali, Panfeng Li
  • Patent number: 12374065
    Abstract: Identifying a pre-existing three-dimensional (3D) model of a target structure includes receiving at least one two-dimensional (2D) image of a target physical structure; generating a predicted 3D model of the target structure based on the at least one 2D image; generating a search descriptor of the predicted 3D model; querying a data structure storing a plurality of pre-existing descriptors, where each pre-existing descriptor characterizes a previously constructed 3D model of an associated physical structure; and identifying at least one previously constructed 3D model that is substantially similar to the predicted 3D model based on a difference between the search descriptor and the plurality of pre-existing descriptors.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 2022
    Date of Patent: July 29, 2025
    Assignee: Hover Inc.
    Inventors: Dario Rethage, Brandon Scott, Manish Upendran, Randy Lacasse, Javier Cambon Sanjurjo
  • Publication number: 20250166300
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for pitch determination. An example method includes obtaining an image depicting a structure, the image being captured via a user device positioned proximate to the structure. The image is segmented to identify, at least, a roof facet of the structure. An eave vector and a rake vector which are associated with the roof facet are determined. A normal vector of the roof facet is calculated based on the eave vector and the rake vector, and compared to a vector indicating a vertical direction such as gravity. The angle made out by the normal and a gravity vector may be utilized to calculate the pitch of the roof facet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2025
    Publication date: May 22, 2025
    Inventors: William Castillo, Giridhar Murali, Brandon Scott, Kai Jia, Jeffrey Sommers, Dario Rethage
  • Publication number: 20250139890
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for pitch determination. An example method includes obtaining an image depicting a structure, the image being captured via a user device positioned proximate to the structure. The image is segmented to identify, at least, a roof facet of the structure. An eave vector and a rake vector which are associated with the roof facet are determined. A normal vector of the roof facet is calculated based on the eave vector and the rake vector, and compared to a vector indicating a vertical direction such as gravity. The angle made out by the normal and a gravity vector may be utilized to calculate the pitch of the roof facet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 2, 2024
    Publication date: May 1, 2025
    Inventors: William Castillo, Giridhar Murali, Brandon Scott, Kai Jia, Jeffrey Sommers, Dario Rethage
  • Publication number: 20250139889
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for pitch determination. An example method includes obtaining an image depicting a structure, the image being captured via a user device positioned proximate to the structure. The image is segmented to identify, at least, a roof facet of the structure. An eave vector and a rake vector which are associated with the roof facet are determined. A normal vector of the roof facet is calculated based on the eave vector and the rake vector, and compared to a vector indicating a vertical direction such as gravity. The angle made out by the normal and a gravity vector may be utilized to calculate the pitch of the roof facet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 2, 2024
    Publication date: May 1, 2025
    Inventors: William Castillo, Giridhar Murali, Brandon Scott, Kai Jia, Jeffrey Sommers, Dario Rethage
  • Patent number: 12243163
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for pitch determination. An example method includes obtaining an image depicting a structure, the image being captured via a user device positioned proximate to the structure. The image is segmented to identify, at least, a roof facet of the structure. An eave vector and a rake vector which are associated with the roof facet are determined. A normal vector of the roof facet is calculated based on the eave vector and the rake vector, and compared to a vector indicating a vertical direction such as gravity. The angle made out by the normal and a gravity vector may be utilized to calculate the pitch of the roof facet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2024
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2025
    Assignee: Hover Inc.
    Inventors: William Castillo, Giridhar Murali, Brandon Scott, Kai Jia, Jeffrey Sommers, Dario Rethage
  • Publication number: 20250005853
    Abstract: Methods, storage media, and systems for three-dimensional building model generation based on classification of image elements. An example method includes obtaining images depicting a building, with individual images being taken at individual positions about an exterior of the building, and with the images being associated with camera properties reflecting extrinsic and/or intrinsic camera parameters. Semantic labels are determined for the images via a machine learning model, with the labels being associated with elements of the building, and with the semantic labels being associated with two-dimensional positions in the images. Three-dimensional positions associated with the plurality of elements are estimated, with estimating being based on one or more epipolar constraints. A three-dimensional representation of at least a portion of the building is generated, with the portion including a roof of the building.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 21, 2022
    Publication date: January 2, 2025
    Inventors: Jack Michael Langerman, Ian Endres, Dario Rethage, Panfeng Li
  • Patent number: 12182936
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for pitch determination. An example method includes obtaining an image depicting a structure, the image being captured via a user device positioned proximate to the structure. The image is segmented to identify, at least, a roof facet of the structure. An eave vector and a rake vector which are associated with the roof facet are determined. A normal vector of the roof facet is calculated based on the eave vector and the rake vector, and compared to a vector indicating a vertical direction such as gravity. The angle made out by the normal and a gravity vector may be utilized to calculate the pitch of the roof facet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2023
    Date of Patent: December 31, 2024
    Assignee: Hover Inc.
    Inventors: William Castillo, Giridhar Murali, Brandon Scott, Kai Jia, Jeffrey Sommers, Dario Rethage
  • Publication number: 20240257452
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for pitch determination. An example method includes obtaining an image depicting a structure, the image being captured via a user device positioned proximate to the structure. The image is segmented to identify, at least, a roof facet of the structure. An eave vector and a rake vector which are associated with the roof facet are determined. A normal vector of the roof facet is calculated based on the eave vector and the rake vector, and compared to a vector indicating a vertical direction such as gravity. The angle made out by the normal and a gravity vector may be utilized to calculate the pitch of the roof facet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 14, 2024
    Publication date: August 1, 2024
    Inventors: William Castillo, Giridhar Murali, Brandon Scott, Kai Jia, Jeffrey Sommers, Dario Rethage
  • Publication number: 20240161397
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for pitch determination. An example method includes obtaining an image depicting a structure, the image being captured via a user device positioned proximate to the structure. The image is segmented to identify, at least, a roof facet of the structure. An eave vector and a rake vector which are associated with the roof facet are determined. A normal vector of the roof facet is calculated based on the eave vector and the rake vector, and compared to a vector indicating a vertical direction such as gravity. The angle made out by the normal and a gravity vector may be utilized to calculate the pitch of the roof facet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 9, 2023
    Publication date: May 16, 2024
    Inventors: William Castillo, Giridhar Murali, Brandon Scott, Kai Jia, Jeffrey Sommers, Dario Rethage
  • Publication number: 20230419494
    Abstract: Methods, systems, and computer program products to provide precision fingernail measurements. The method includes receiving first image data of a primary view of at least one fingernail and receiving second image data of a secondary view of at least one fingernail. The method also includes generating a three-dimensional (3D) digital nail model using the first and second image data. The method further includes determining a plurality of nail measurements based on the 3D digital nail model.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2023
    Publication date: December 28, 2023
    Applicant: Standard Measure Technologies Corp.
    Inventors: Aurelia Orisa Edwards, Viktor Lysyuk, Dario Rethage
  • Patent number: 11847739
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for pitch determination. An example method includes obtaining an image depicting a structure, the image being captured via a user device positioned proximate to the structure. The image is segmented to identify, at least, a roof facet of the structure. An eave vector and a rake vector which are associated with the roof facet are determined. A normal vector of the roof facet is calculated based on the eave vector and the rake vector, and compared to a vector indicating a vertical direction such as gravity. The angle made out by the normal and a gravity vector may be utilized to calculate the pitch of the roof facet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2021
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2023
    Assignee: Hover Inc.
    Inventors: William Castillo, Giridhar Murali, Brandon Scott, Kai Jia, Jeffrey Sommers, Dario Rethage
  • Publication number: 20230215087
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for pitch determination. An example method includes obtaining an image depicting a structure, the image being captured via a user device positioned proximate to the structure. The image is segmented to identify, at least, a roof facet of the structure. An eave vector and a rake vector which are associated with the roof facet are determined. A normal vector of the roof facet is calculated based on the eave vector and the rake vector, and compared to a vector indicating a vertical direction such as gravity. The angle made out by the normal and a gravity vector may be utilized to calculate the pitch of the roof facet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 25, 2021
    Publication date: July 6, 2023
    Inventors: William Castillo, Giridhar Murali, Brandon Scott, Kai Jia, Jeffrey Sommers, Dario Rethage
  • Publication number: 20210243362
    Abstract: Disclosed are techniques for enhancing two-dimensional (2D) image capture of subjects (e.g., a physical structure, such as a residential building) to maximize the feature correspondences available for three-dimensional (3D) model reconstruction. More specifically, disclosed is a computer-vision network configured to provide viewfinder interfaces and analyses to guide the improved capture of an intended subject for specified purposes. Additionally, the computer-vision network can be configured to generate a metric representing a quality of feature correspondences between images of a complete set of images used for reconstructing a 3D model of a physical structure. The computer-vision network can also be configured to generate feedback at or before image capture time to guide improvements to the quality of feature correspondences between a pair of images.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2021
    Publication date: August 5, 2021
    Applicant: Hover Inc.
    Inventors: William Castillo, Brandon Scott, Alrik Firl, David Royston Cutts, Jonathan Mark Igner, Dario Rethage, Domenico Curro