Abstract: A trigger assembly includes one or more stationary magnets and a trigger member pivotable relative to the stationary magnets. The trigger member includes a base portion with a pivot point, an actuating portion extending from the base portion in a first direction, and a magnetic trigger portion extending from the base portion in a second direction. The magnetic trigger portion operatively engages the stationary magnets in a first position. The base portion of the trigger member operatively engages a first sear element, which is operatively connected to a sear arm, which in turn operatively engages a second sear element. A spring operatively biases the first sear element. The second sear element retains a bow string in the first position. In a second position, the trigger member rotates to separate the magnetic trigger portion from the magnets, and the second sear element rotates to release the bow string.

Abstract: A composite projectile barrel having an inner barrel section and a composite outer barrel shell aligned coaxially with the inner barrel section is described. The inner barrel section may be made from a metal or metal alloy. The composite outer barrel shell may include two or more layers of carbon fiber prepreg and a layer of non-woven nanofiber web membrane disposed between adjacent layer of carbon fiber prepreg. The carbon fiber prepreg can include a weave of carbon fibers in a nanoparticle-reinforced resin matrix, with the resin content being less than or equal to 35 wt % of the carbon fiber content. The non-woven nanofiber web membrane can be Xantu.layr™.

Abstract: A novel locking mechanism for a noise suppressor mount for a firearm comprising a muzzle attachment comprising a plurality of locking positions, a collar, and a locking arm comprising a locking notch wherein the collar rotates to move the locking notch in a circular direction into a locking position.

Abstract: A muzzle adapter for a firearm has an adapter element defining an adapter bore centered on an adapter bore axis, a portion of the adapter bore being internally threaded to removably mate with the threaded muzzle, the adapter element having a tapered exterior surface portion, the adapter element having an externally threaded portion, a muzzle device defining a device bore and having a tapered internal bore portion adapted to be closely received on the tapered exterior surface portion of the adapter element, a collar element internally threaded to mate with the externally threaded portion of the adapter element, and the collar element being axially engaged to the muzzle device and rotatably independent of the muzzle device, such that rotation of the collar draws the muzzle device onto the adapter element and wedges the tapered portion of the adapter element into the tapered internal bore portion of the muzzle device.

Abstract: Composite recoil-absorbing stocks for firearms are disclosed. One stock has a rigid body that has an internal cavity. A compressible insert may be positioned in the rigid body with an elongated front end that is narrower than a broadened rear end. The front end is positioned in a narrowed front end of the internal cavity, and the rear end is positioned in a wider rear end of the cavity. When the firearm recoils, the compressible insert can be positioned between the shooter and the rest of the firearm and can therefore dampen and absorb recoil forces. The positioning and size of the rigid body and compressible insert help prevent bending and buckling of the compressible insert, thereby limiting the effect that the compression of the insert has on aiming and accuracy of the shot. Other embodiments and related methods are also disclosed.

Abstract: A cushioning and impact absorbing pad system with a surface layer of thickness t, and an elastomeric sub-surface structure of height h. The sub-surface structure comprises an array of elastomeric columns wherein each column has a frustoconical column wall surrounding a central void. The frustoconical column walls have a zone that is a more compressible, relatively collapsible zone in a region at an end of the column opposite the surface layer and a zone that is a relatively less compressible zone in a region at the end of the column abutting the surface layer. In other embodiments, pad thickness and column height are variable to create a surface which follows the contours of a human body.

Abstract: A storage system, comprising a body having a cavity therein configured to house one or more items, and an opening defined by the body and a panel configured to mate with the opening and prevent access to the cavity when the panel is in position; a first lock system between the body and the panel and providing a locked condition in which the panel is locked to the body thereby preventing removal of the panel and access to the cavity, an attachment mechanism coupled to one end of the body and configured to suspend the device; and the body configured to be covered by an article of clothing such that if suspended from a clothes rod among other clothes, the body is substantially disguised as an article of clothing.

Abstract: A collapsible reflective optical sight for a firearm includes a base configured to mount the optical sight to a firearm; a lens attached to and able to rotate with respect to the base, wherein the lens includes a first optic with a reflective surface, and the lens is movable between a collapsed configuration in which the lens is folded down with respect to the base for storage and a deployed configuration in which the lens is angled with respect to the base for use in aiming the firearm; a light source mounted to the base that reflects light off the reflective surface of the first optic to a user for aiming the firearm; and a hood rotatably mounted to the base and connected to an upper portion of the lens. Additionally, the collapsible reflective optical sight can include a firearm and a mechanical sight.

Abstract: Apparatus and associated methods relate to a modular cartridge turret assembly system for quickly exchanging modular cartridges to interact with a ring gear. A modular cartridge may be a brake cartridge, which when inserted into a modular cartridge turret assembly, operably engages with the ring gear to inhibit the rotation of a turret. In an illustrative example, the brake cartridge, when inserted, may prevent damages and injuries caused by the rotation of the turret during transportation. In an exemplary embodiment, the modular cartridge turret assembly system may include a locking mechanism to secure the modular cartridge within the modular cartridge turret assembly. The locking mechanism may safeguard that the brake cartridge remains within the modular cartridge turret assembly system during turbulent situations caused by environmental conditions.

Abstract: A reactive armour module and method for providing protection against a tandem warhead, the tandem warhead providing a primary explosion followed after a small preset delay by a main explosion, the method comprising detecting the primary explosion, and detonating a directed blast, towards the end of the small preset delay, that disrupts the secondary explosion.

Abstract: The invention relates to a ballistic resistant sheet (12) comprising a three-layer hybrid structure, with a core layer (12-1) and two face layers (12-2; 12-3) wherein the core layer comprises at least one first monolayer comprised of first unidirectionally (UD) oriented fibers and a matrix material, and wherein each of the face layers comprise at least one second and at least one third monolayer comprised of second UD oriented fibers and third UD oriented fibers respectively and wherein the stiffness of the face layers is higher than the stiffness of the core layer.

Abstract: A protective shield device with one or more holes including covers through which a user may use a weapon such as, but not limited to a pistol, rifle, stun gun, etc. The device may enable law enforcement or military personnel to discharge a weapon through a hole while remaining completely behind the protective shield. This may give the user total protection from enemy fire even while firing a weapon.

Abstract: An armored cab comprises a top wall, two side walls, a front wall, a back wall, and a bottom wall, the cab having a longitudinal axis. The bottom wall comprises a generally centrally disposed downwardly facing smooth concave wall portion extending substantially an entire length of the cab and generally parallel to the longitudinal axis of the cab and forming a power train tunnel of the cab, and a pair of opposite laterally disposed wall portions extending substantially the entire length of the cab and generally parallel to the longitudinal axis of the cab, each of the opposite laterally disposed wall portions extending downwardly and laterally inwardly and terminating in a lowermost portion of the bottom wall on either lateral side of the concave wall portion. The concave wall portion and the opposite laterally disposed wall portions are configured so as to present a substantially reduced surface area of the lowermost portions of the bottom wall in a downwardly facing direction.

Abstract: Various embodiments of systems for improving shooting performance, as well as, carriers configured for that purpose, are disclosed and described herein. In some such embodiments, such systems may comprise: at least one projector, at least one screen, at least one carrier, and at least one pathway. The at least one projector may project one or more images upon at least some portion of the at least one screen. The at least one screen may receive and display the one or more images. The at least one carrier may house the at least one projector; and in some embodiments, may also house at least one screen mount for removably mounting the at least one screen. The at least one carrier may travel along the at least one pathway. A shooter may aim and shoot a firearm at the one or more images displayed upon the at least one screen.

Abstract: A retrievable target assembly is provided that comprises a retrievable target and a string. The retrievable target includes a pyramid shaped portion from which extends an enlarged portion. The pyramid shaped portion includes a vertex portion and the string has a pulling end and a connecting end and the connecting end is secured to the vertex portion. The user throws the retrievable target in any desired direction and as far as desired. Then the user tugs on the string such that the vertex portion faces the user. The user shoots arrows into the retrievable target and when done, pulls the string to return the retrievable target so that the arrows can be removed from the target. The user removes the arrows and repeats the process again. The user may be sitting, standing, or standing in a tree stand. The retrievable target is differently shaped in other preferred embodiments.

Abstract: The invention has for object a mechanical target-launching machine comprising a loading system 1 and an actuator 3 which are disjointed from one another. The actuator 3 and the loading system 1 are connected to one another by a power transmission device 2. Said power transmission device 2 is a flexible element and preferably an arming cable 21. An energy accumulator 6 allows energy to be stored so that it can be released abruptly and allow the launching of a target 29.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a pattern-character firework carrier (101), a pattern-character display method, and a pattern-character firework setting-off step. The pattern-character firework carrier (101) is provided with a lifting-off device (201) which is provided with a lifting-off gunpowder bin (1) with lifting-off gunpowder (6) packaged inside, and a pattern-character display control device (301) which is provided with a lattice gunpowder packaging body (2) provided with a firework launching unit (4) and a simultaneous ignition bin (3). The pattern-character display method comprises steps of designing a pattern, converting the pattern into a color lattice graphic (12), arranging fireworks according to the graphic, loading the fireworks, and the like.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a pattern-character firework carrier (101), a pattern-character display method, and a pattern-character firework setting-off step. The pattern-character firework carrier (101) is provided with a lifting-off device (201) which is provided with a lifting-off gunpowder bin (1) with lifting-off gunpowder (6) packaged inside, and a pattern-character display control device (301) which is provided with a lattice gunpowder packaging body (2) provided with a firework launching unit (4) and a simultaneous ignition bin (3). The pattern-character display method comprises steps of designing a pattern, converting the pattern into a color lattice graphic (12), arranging fireworks according to the graphic, loading the fireworks, and the like.

Abstract: Locking systems for ammunition cans, including locking systems configured to removably attach to the ammunition can front side. In some examples, the locking system includes a latch frame, a front plate, and a cover panel. In some further examples, the front plate is paralelly affixed to the latch frame. In other examples, the latch frame is removably fitted over a plate. Finally, in even further examples, the locking system may be secured with a device such as a padlock or a combination lock.

Abstract: Bicycle saddles come in many different shapes and sizes. Some are long, some are short, some are curved some are flat. The ultimate goal is to find the perfect saddle for the cyclist. CLARIFICATION: those that ride bicycles are commonly referred to as cyclists, bikers, cyclists, bicycle cyclists, bicyclists, cycle cyclists, cycling, etc., but for this discussion, they will be referred to as ‘cyclist(s)’ As with the height of humans, the widths of Ischial Tuberosities (Sit Bones) are also numerous. The Ischial Tuberosities are the protruding bones of the hip/pelvis that sit underneath the muscles of the glute and is the part of the body that first contacts the saddle. Everyone has a different width and the importance for a cyclist in finding the exact width is critical for long-term health and cycling enjoyment.

Abstract: To provide a displacement detection device that detects a displacement of a measuring object housed in a casing without changing the design of the casing or while suppressing the design change of the casing. A displacement detection device includes a pair of magnets arranged outside an injector body housing a needle with a space between the magnets and forming a magnetic field in the space, a soft magnetic material connected to the needle inside the injector body and displaced in accordance with the displacement of the needle and disposed in the magnetic field formed by the pair of magnets, and a sensor disposed outside the injector body and in the magnetic field formed by the pair of magnets, and detecting a change in magnetic flux density in accordance with the displacement of the soft magnetic material.

Abstract: An interference observation apparatus includes an interference optical apparatus , a microscope housing, an imaging unit, and an objective lens. The interference optical apparatus includes a housing, a light source, a photodetector, beam splitters, a reference mirror, and a control unit. The interference observation apparatus is configured such that the housing of the interference optical apparatus is disposed between the objective lens attachment portion and the objective lens in a microscope apparatus including the imaging unit for capturing an image of the light passing through the objective lens attached to the objective lens attachment portion having an opening.

Abstract: An interference observation apparatus includes a light source which outputs incoherent light, a beam splitter, a sample holding table, an objective lens, a reference mirror, a lens, an aberration correction plate, a piezo element, a tube lens, a beam splitter, an imaging unit, a photodetector, an image acquisition unit, and a control unit. The control unit obtains an interference intensity of combined light on the basis of a detection signal output from the photodetector, and adjusts an interference optical system to increase the interference intensity.

Abstract: Methods and related equipment for dynamic on-axis in-situ interferometry where the reference surface is positioned in an vacuum chamber. The systems use a wavelength shifting, or a phase shifting interferometer that allows the freedom to eliminate the need to step the cavity length physically with the reference surface, allowing the reference surface to be placed inside the vacuum chamber.

Abstract: The purpose of the present invention is to provide a displacement detecting device capable of decreasing a measurement error, even when a diffraction grating is inclined or displaced to a direction other than a measuring direction. The displacement detecting device 1 comprising: a light source 2 for emitting light; a polarized beam splitter 7; a diffraction grating 11; a prism unit 16A (16 to 19) for shifting light path; lenses 14 and 20 for correcting light path; and an interfered light receiving unit 22A (22 to 30). The prism unit 16A for shifting light path shifts first diffracted light to a direction vertical to the measuring direction. The lenses 14 and 20 for correcting light path is arranged on a symmetrical axis of light paths and corrects light path when the diffraction grating 11 is inclined or moved to a normal direction of a grating surface.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method and device for determining the loss on ignition of at least part of an iron and steel product during passage through a furnace upstream of a descaler. The device includes electromagnetic sensors, with at least one arranged to scan the product's lower surface near the furnace outlet, the sensor oriented so the scanning plane of the electromagnetic radiation from the sensor is perpendicular to a direction of movement; a set of at least two electromagnetic sensors upstream of the descaler, oriented so their scanning planes are substantially on a single plane perpendicular to the direction of movement of the at least part of the product; and at least two electromagnetic sensors downstream of the descaler, oriented so their scanning planes are substantially on a single plane perpendicular to the product's movement direction. The sensors determine the height of the product upstream and downstream of the descaler.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a parallel image measurement method oriented to the insulating layer thickness of a radial symmetrical cable section. The method conducts the non-contact high-accuracy measurement based on the machine vision and the image analysis, adopts a GPU multi-core parallel platform for the high-speed measurement, extracts the useful information from the section image of the radial symmetrical cable, and then measures the insulating layer thickness. Compared with the prior art, the present patent can lower the time consumed for the accurate measurement, fill in the blank of the high-accuracy parallel image measurement of the insulating layer thickness of the radial symmetrical cable section in the domestic cable industry, break down the monopoly and technology blockade by related foreign manufacturers and improve the technology level of on-line testing of product quality in China, expedite the production automation progress of domestic manufacturer.

Abstract: Methods and systems for efficient and accurate inspection of tubular goods are disclosed. Inner and outer diameter measurements of a tubular good along the entire length are obtained using laser or other light measurement systems. Discrete sections of a tubular good can be identified. For each section, at least one measurement of an outer diameter of an outside surface of the discrete section, and at least one measurement of an inner diameter of an inside surface of the discrete section are obtained. In addition, a geometric center coordinate for each discrete section of the tubular good is obtained. The measurements defining the outside surface, inside surface, and geometric center in association with the longitudinal position of each discrete section are recorded.

Abstract: Systems and methods may provide for determining an amount of physical bend in an electronic device and comparing the amount of physical bend to a threshold. Additionally, a warning may be generated if the amount of physical bend exceeds the threshold. In one example, one or more values representing the amount of physical bend are stored to a nonvolatile memory on the device and retrieved in accordance with one or more of a diagnostic push event or a diagnostic pull event.

Abstract: Systems and methods for depth measurement are described herein. A depth measurement device may comprise a first light source configured to direct a first beam of light, a second light source configured to direct a second beam of light, and a mirror. The mirror may be for viewing at least one of the first beam of light and the second beam of light. The depth measurement device may further comprise a housing. The depth measurement device may further comprise an eyepiece. The first beam of light and the second beam of light may be configured to intersect at a desired location. The eyepiece may be configured to maintain a consistent line-of-sight between the eyepiece, the mirror, and the desired location. In various embodiments, the second beam of light may be oriented at an acute angle with respect to the first beam of light.

Abstract: An imaging system, including: a first body; a first detector that is provided in the first body and includes a first imager that images an object; a first information calculator that is provided in the first body and uses a detection result of the first detector to calculate at least one of shape information and texture information of the object; a second body that is arranged at a position separate from the first body and has identification information detected by the first imager; a second detector that is provided in the second body and includes a second imager that images the object; and a position acquirer that acquires position information including a positional relation between the first detector and the second detector based on the identification information detected by the first imager.

Abstract: An imaging system, including: a first body; a first imager that is provided in the first body and images an object; a first information calculator that is provided in the first body and calculates first model information including at least one of shape information and texture information of the object based on an imaging result of the first imager; a pattern setter that sets a reference pattern indicating at least a part of the first model information calculated by the first information calculator; a first projector that projects the reference pattern toward the object; a second body; a second imager that is provided in the second body and images the object onto which the reference pattern is projected; a second information calculator that is provided in the second body and calculates second model information including at least one of shape information and texture information of the object based on an imaging result of the second imager; and a pattern extractor that extracts the reference pattern projected by

Abstract: A method for bringing two bodies (1, 2, 6, 7) into predetermined positions with respect to one another, which is carried out by an alignment system having data spectacles (smart glasses) (12). The dimensions of the bodies (1, 2 , 6, 7) and/or respective positions of the bodies (1, 2, 6, 7) are determined relative to each other by a data processing means (17) of the data spectacles (12) on the basis of images which are detected by an image detection means (16) of the data spectacles (12). Furthermore, an adjustment value is displayed in a display device 18 of the data spectacles (12).

Abstract: A measuring head includes a light source unit, a first image pickup element, a second image pickup element, an objective optical system, an optical path splitting element, a common optical path, a first optical path, and a second optical path. The common optical path is located on one side of the optical path splitting element, and the first optical path and a second optical path are located on the other side. The optical path splitting element is disposed at a position where the first optical path and the second optical path intersect. The light source unit and the first image pickup element are disposed at predetermined positions. The second image pickup element is disposed at a position different from the predetermined positions. Each of the predetermined positions is a focal position of the objective optical system or a position conjugate to the focal position of the objective optical system.

Abstract: A method and an apparatus for generating positional sensor data of a coordinate measuring device are provided. A sensor generates sensor data points and a trigger signal with a trigger frequency. A sensor data record is generated which includes the sensor data points and a sensor data time. The trigger signal is transmitted to a device for determining a sensor position, a position data record is determined upon or after the reception of the trigger signal, the position data record includes at least one position data point and one position data time, an assignment of position data points to sensor data points is determined depending on the sensor data time and the position data time, and a positional sensor data record is generated which includes at least one sensor data point and a position data point assigned to this sensor data point.

Abstract: A system is disclosed that comprises a camera module and a control and evaluation unit. The camera module is designed to be attached to the surveying pole and comprises at least one camera for capturing images. The control and evaluation unit has stored a program with program code so as to control and execute a functionality in which a series of images of the surrounding is captured with the at least one camera; a SLAM-evaluation with a defined algorithm using the series of images is performed, wherein a reference point field is built up and poses for the captured images are determined; and, based on the determined poses, a point cloud comprising 3D-positions of points of the surrounding can be computed by forward intersection using the series of images, particularly by using dense matching algorithm.

Abstract: A device includes a proof mass of a sensor, capacitive elements, an electrode circuitry, a time multiplexing circuitry, a sense circuitry, and a force feedback circuitry. The proof mass moves from a first position to a second position responsive to an external actuation. The capacitive elements change capacitive charge in response thereto. The electrode circuitry coupled to the capacitive elements generates a charge signal. The time multiplexing circuitry pass the charge signal during a sensing time period and prevents the charge signal from passing through during a forcing time period. The sense circuitry generates a sensed signal from the charge signal. The force feedback circuitry applies a charge associated with the sensed signal to the electrode circuitry during the forcing time period. The electrode circuitry applies the charge received from the force feedback circuitry to the capacitive elements, moving the proof mass from the second position to another position.

Abstract: [Object] To provide a sensor device, a gyro sensor, and an electronic apparatus capable of highly-accurately detecting angular velocities in multiaxial directions. [Solving Means] A sensor device according to an embodiment of the present technology includes a vibrator unit, an annular base portion, a plurality of coupling portions, and a wiring layer. The wiring layer includes a plurality of drive wirings and a plurality of detection wirings. The plurality of drive wirings are respectively connected to first and second drive electrodes while being adjacent and parallel to one another. The plurality of detection wirings are respectively connected to first and second detection electrodes while being adjacent and parallel to one another.

Abstract: An integrated device includes a MEMS device, such as a gyroscope, having a movable mass spaced apart from a substrate, the movable mass being configured to oscillate in a drive direction relative to the substrate. The integrated device further comprises an integrated circuit (IC) die having a surface coupled with the MEMS device such that the movable mass is interposed between the substrate and the surface of the IC die. An electrode structure is formed on the surface of the IC die, the electrode structure including a plurality of electrode segments vertically spaced apart from the movable mass. Openings extend through the movable mass and the electrode segments overlie the openings. Suitably selected electrode segments can be activated to electrostatically attract the movable mass toward sense electrodes vertically spaced apart from the MEMS to reduce quadrature motion of the movable mass.

Abstract: There is provided a method of sensing a rotation rate using a vibrating structure gyroscope, said gyroscope comprising an electronic control system comprising one or more control loops, wherein at least one of said control loops comprises a filter having a variable time constant, said method comprising the steps of: determining or estimating a characteristic of the vibrating structure of said gyroscope; and adapting or varying said time constant of said filter with the determined or estimated characteristic of said vibrating structure.

Abstract: A method of compensating for signal error is described, comprising: receiving a first signal from a first sensor, said first signal indicative of a movement characteristic; applying an error compensation to said first signal to produce an output signal; applying a variable gain factor to said error compensation; receiving a second signal from a second sensor indicative of said movement characteristic; wherein said error compensation is calculated using the difference between said output signal and said second signal, and said variable gain factor is calculated using said first signal.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a GNSS-INS vehicle attitude determination method based on a single antenna, including the steps as below: mounting a GNSS antenna at a centroid and in the center of the vehicle, and mounting the IMU measuring unit of the MEMS sensor on the steering shaft of the vehicle; obtaining the position and velocity information of the vehicle by means of the GNSS antenna, obtaining the heading angular speed information of the vehicle by means of the IMU measuring unit; calculating the attitude angle of the vehicle by means of the combination with accelerometer and gyroscope; calculating the heading angle of the vehicle based on the position, velocity, and heading angular speed of the vehicle. The method combines the advantages of the short-term high precision of the IMU gyroscope and the long-term high stability of the GNSS single antenna, so as to avoid the divergence phenomenon.

Abstract: A system for and method of determining angular position (e.g. pitch) of a vehicle. In accordance with an embodiment, a first angular rate of rotation of the vehicle about a first axis of rotation is detected using a first angular rate sensor mounted to the vehicle. A second angular rate of rotation of the vehicle about a second axis of rotation is detected using a second angular rate sensor mounted to the vehicle. The second axis of rotation is substantially orthogonal to the first axis of rotation. The angular position of the vehicle is determined based on a ratio of the first angular rate of rotation of the vehicle and the second angular rate of rotation of the vehicle.

Abstract: An apparatus, system, and method for traffic monitory can have a Lagrangian inertial measurement unit. The Lagrangian inertial measurement unit can have a processor, an accelerometer, a gyroscope, and/or a wireless transmitter. The processor can have an integrated direction cosine matrix. The accelerometer can be configured to measure linear accelerations of a vehicle and/or can communicate measured linear acceleration to the processor. The gyroscope can be configured to measure rotational accelerations of the vehicle and/or can communicate measured rotational acceleration to the processor. The processor can be configured to calculate estimated vehicle speed and/or estimated vehicle attitude. The wireless transmitter can be configured to wirelessly transmit estimated vehicle speed and/or estimated vehicle attitude. The apparatus, system, and method can be integrated with a wireless sensor network.

Abstract: The invention is an assist apparatus ideally used by the visually impaired. Within a housing unit is an identifier mechanism such as a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID). The RFID generates a unique radio signal which is received by and triangulated by a group/grid of receivers within the building. The triangulation allows a computer to identify the position/location of the user for assistance or to generate a set of instructions for the visually impaired user to move to a specific location. The instructions are communicated to the user, ideally through a tactile interface, allowing the visually impaired to navigate in a strange environment.

Abstract: A computer-implemented planetary surveillance system method and apparatus is presented. A first space object detection system is disposed proximate Earth, wherein the first space object detection systems include a first constellation of Planetary Surveillance System Platforms (PSSPs) that provide warning of asteroids approaching Earth and on a path which has a likelihood of impacting Earth. At least one additional space object detection system is also used.

Abstract: In a method and device for creating a moving route of a mobile body, a moving route that is appropriately shifted right or left with respect to a passage is created. The moving route creating method and device create a reference route on a passage present on an environment map representing an environment in which an autonomous mobile body moves, set a widthwise-shift attribute as an attribute region that is independent from the environment map, and create a traveling schedule for autonomous movement of the autonomous mobile body by shifting the reference route right or left based on the widthwise-shift attribute.

Abstract: Methods, apparatuses, systems, and computer program products are provided. An example method comprises accessing a record for a particular traversable map element. The record comprises an executable instruction. The example method further comprises receiving sensor data from one or more sensors. The sensor data corresponds to the particular traversable map element. The method further comprises executing, by a processor, the executable instruction. Executing the executable instruction causes analysis of at least a portion of the sensor data.

Abstract: A method is disclosed to enable travel routing devices and systems to accept and perform user instructions to add or remove intermediary travel stops along an existing travel route on-demand without having to cancel the existing route. The new method is termed as the OTW method or the OnTheWay method for a travel routing system. The OTW method includes steps to dynamically add or remove OTW stops along a travel route, a concept of an intermediary location for OTW stop lookup and the mechanism for its specification, an algorithm and a method to rank and to display OTW stop options, and suggested methods for device displays and user inputs to select and route with OTW stops.

Abstract: A navigation apparatus (including configurable circuitry) and method for displaying a plurality of control parameters to carry out a process for generating at least one optimum route for use in navigation of an autonomous vehicle, receiving a plurality of weights corresponding to the plurality of control parameters to generate a route score corresponding to the at least one route, transmitting the plurality of control parameters and the plurality of weights to a server implementing an optimization algorithm to calculate the at least one optimum route using the plurality of control parameters and the plurality of weights, receiving the at least one optimum route and the route score generated by the server, and displaying the at least one optimum route and the route score to enable selection of the at least one optimum route for navigation of the autonomous vehicle from the start location to the destination.