Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for providing recommendations of safe driving routes that are tailored to the driving habits of particular drivers. A machine learning model (e.g., an artificial neural network) may be trained using data indicative of insurance claim severity, road conditions, and/or vehicle telematics data associated with vehicle-related incidents, such as vehicle collisions. The machine learning model may be trained to identify road types and conditions that are predictive of claim frequency and severity. Any given driving route(s) may be provided to the trained machine learning model, and a risk value may be computed for the route(s). By further applying a personalized driver profile to the calculations of risk, personalized risk values may be computed for the route(s), and a safest route may be recommended to a driver.

Abstract: Method and system for selecting a vehicle route. For example, the method includes collecting information for a future vehicle trip that will be made by a user, generating multiple routes for the same future vehicle trip, predicting an amount of fuel consumption for each of the multiple routes based at least in part upon information for the route and user driving features of the user, and selecting a route from the multiple routes based at least in part upon the amounts of fuel consumption predicted for the user, where the selected route corresponds to a least amount among the amounts of fuel consumption predicted for the user.

Abstract: Some embodiments of the invention provide several novel methods for generating a navigation presentation that displays a device navigating a route on a map. The method of some embodiments uses a virtual camera that, based on detected changes in the navigation context, dynamically modifies the way it captures portions of the map to produce different navigation scenes in the navigation presentation. To generate the navigation scenes, the method of some embodiments (1) identifies different sets of attributes that describe the different navigation contexts at different times during the navigation presentation, and (2) uses these different sets of attributes to identify different styles for operating the virtual camera. In some embodiments, the method uses an identified style to specify the virtual camera's positional attributes, which, in turn, define the portions of the map that the virtual camera identifies for rendering to produce several navigation scenes for a period of time (e.g.

Abstract: An administered authentication system can authenticate an artificial reality device using an authorization record between a user account and an artificial reality device. In some implementations, the authorization record is created in response to activation of a user account-specific key sent to a user-supplied contact, where an artificial reality device identifier was provided with the user-supplied contact. In other implementations, the authorization record is created in response to activation of a user account-specific key provided to the artificial reality device as a code, where activation of the key includes adding an artificial reality device identifier to a key activation message. In yet other implementations, the authorization record is created in response to an application associated with a user account activating an artificial reality device-specific key, with an artificial reality device identifier, that is provided via the artificial reality device.

Abstract: A vehicle navigation apparatus includes a storage, a second map information acquisition unit, a display, and a display control unit. The storage stores first map information. The second map information acquisition unit acquires second map information. The display displays map data on the basis of at least one of the first map information or the second map information. The display control unit controls the form of displaying the map data on the display in accordance with a predetermined condition. The display control unit causes the map data to be displayed at a greater scale in a case where the map data is displayed on the basis of the second map information than in a case where the map data is displayed on the basis of only the first map information.

Abstract: A method in an illustrative embodiment includes determining that a first object authenticated by an electronic device is accessing the electronic device. The method further includes, in response to a second object being detected within a detection range using a radar of the electronic device, determining, based on a detected signal, that the second object is a person. The method further includes determining a distance and an angle between the second object and the electronic device based on an azimuth signal in the detected signal. The method further includes in response to determining that the distance is less than a distance threshold and the angle is less than an angle threshold, determining, based on the biological feature signal, whether the second object is trustworthy. The method further includes deauthenticating the first object in response to determining that the second object is untrustworthy.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a device control method and system for identifying a target image and controlling an Internet of Things (IOT) device. The device control system can include: an information acquisition unit and a control unit communicating with the information acquisition unit. The information acquisition unit is configured to collect information of a user in a current environment and send the collected information of the user in the current environment to the control unit. The control unit is configured to analyze intent information of the user to use the device based on the collected information of the user in the current environment and control a corresponding device to perform a corresponding action based on the intent information of the user.

Abstract: A vehicle parking control device includes a data collection module that collects vehicle data, and at least one processor electrically connected to the data collection module, wherein the at least one processor may obtain the vehicle data through the data collection module, determine whether a vehicle satisfies a first parking condition based on location information of the vehicle included in the vehicle data, determine whether the vehicle satisfies a second parking condition, based on state information of the vehicle included in the vehicle data when the vehicle satisfies the first parking condition, activate a parking mode when the vehicle satisfies the second parking condition, and control the vehicle according to the parking mode. It is possible to prevent accidents and enhance the driver's convenience by controlling the behavior of the vehicle during parking.

Abstract: A vehicle display device, that includes: a first display device provided inside a vehicle cabin; a second display device provided inside the vehicle cabin and separately from the first display device; a memory; and a processor connecting to the memory and being configured to: set a running plan of a vehicle, to display a scheduled action of the vehicle on the first display device based on the running plan, and to display the scheduled action on the second display device in a case in which at least one of a distance to, or a time interval until, the scheduled action has reached a prescribed value or less.

Abstract: A system for enhancing emergency response capabilities by providing interactive routing for emergencies based on location data within facilities or venues. The system includes interactive maps stored in memory, each featuring floorplans and user interfaces for data input. Potential access and/or escape routes to and/or from the emergency are outlined within the maps. A server, connected to the memory storage, receives location data requests from emergency call routing services. It identifies the caller's location within a facility or venue, accesses the corresponding interactive map, and determines the most efficient access and/or escape route based on the caller's geospatial data and their proximity to the emergency. The system then updates the map with the caller's location and route information before transmitting it to an emergency responder for improved emergency response coordination.

Abstract: A method (200) and device (500) for managing data and a computer program product, wherein the method (200) comprises: acquiring data related to a schedule of a user (101) at a mobile terminal device (102). The method (200) further comprises: identifying the data to obtain a travel time related to the user (101) and location information corresponding to the travel time. The method (200) further comprises: sending a transmission request related to the travel time and the location information to a server (103), so that the server (103) sends the travel time and the location information to a vehicle (104) related to an identification of user of the user (101), wherein the transmission request at least comprises the identification of user, the travel time and the location information.

Abstract: System and methods for real-time lane level traffic processing. A lane level map matcher is used to map match probe data from probes to the lane level. A lane level travel time aggregator determines an optimal method to allocate travel-time per-link for a probe trajectory that traverses at least one lane. A lane aggregator aggregates the probe trajectories and probe-path speeds per-lane and obtain the representative speed for the lane.

Abstract: An architecture to maximize vehicular traffic flow. A method comprises receiving from database equipment a key performance indicator value representing an aggregation of connections that exist between serving equipment situated in a first vicinity of a first area and a group of user equipment traveling through the first vicinity, based on the key performance indicator value, generating a density map for the first vicinity, overlaying the density map over a group of roadways associated with the first vicinity, based on a width value associated with a roadway of the group of roadways, a defined vehicular throughput value associated with the roadway, and a demand penalty value associated with the roadway, determining a maximum vehicular throughput for the group of roadways, and based on the maximum vehicular throughput, causing a user equipment to display a ranked list of routes between the first vicinity and a second vicinity of a second area.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods and apparatus for controlling autonomous vehicles utilizing maps that include visibility information. A map is stored at a computing device associated with a vehicle. The vehicle is configured to operate in an autonomous mode that supports a plurality of driving behaviors. The map includes information about a plurality of roads, a plurality of features, and visibility information for at least a first feature in the plurality of features. The computing device queries the map for visibility information for the first feature at a first position. The computing device, in response to querying the map, receives the visibility information for the first feature at the first position. The computing device selects a driving behavior for the vehicle based on the visibility information. The computing device controls the vehicle in accordance with the selected driving behavior.

Abstract: An information processor includes an acquisition unit, a course setting unit, a registration unit, a detection unit, a first determination unit, and a controller. The acquisition unit acquires information regarding a via-point. The course setting unit sets a course from a starting point to a destination point through the via-point. The registration unit performs registration processing. The registration processing includes associating sound data with the via-point. The first determination unit determines whether or not a current position detected by the detection unit is within a predetermined range from the via-point. The controller makes an output control of the sound data associated by the registration processing, on the basis of a determination result by the first determination unit.

Abstract: In one aspect, a system and method is provided whereby map-related requests from mobile devices are used to store and aggregate routes. The routes are then used to determine optimum directions in response to subsequent requests.

Abstract: The navigation system of the present disclosure is configured to receive a short command from a vehicle occupant and extrapolate relevant details associated with the command using an artificial intelligence (AI)/machine learning (ML) algorithm. These relevant details may be obtained from a mobile device associated with the occupant and in communication with the navigation system, an external database in communication with the navigation system, etc. Communication links may be wired, wireless through the cloud, near field, etc. Further, each occupant's identity may be determined via near field key fob recognition, microphone voice recognition, camera facial recognition, or via the detection of the mobile device associated with the occupant. Levels of complexity may be added, with multiple occupants being identified and issuing different commands, multiple external information sources subsequently being consulted, and multiple sub-routes to multiple destinations being planned and followed.

Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure include a navigation system and computer-implemented methods for proactively re-routing vehicles based on an analysis of input component data obtained from the navigation-enabled devices. The navigation system scores the input component data to obtain a measure of frustration (e.g., a feeling of being upset or annoyed) of the user of the navigation-enabled device. The navigation system may provide a detour suggestion for display on the navigation-enabled device to persuade the user of the device to direct their vehicle to depart from its current location or route in an effort to remove the vehicle from traffic, and thereby reduce the frustration level of the user. The detour suggestion may include an alternative route to the original destination, or an alternative destination.

Abstract: A head mounted display device and a head mounted display assembly are disclosed in some embodiments of the present disclosure. The head mounted display device comprises a display body and a sound transmission member. The display body is configured to display an image. The sound transmission member is connected to the display body, and is provided with a sound amplification cavity, a mounting groove communicated with the sound amplification cavity and a sound outlet hole. The mounting groove is configured to accommodate an earphone. The technical solution of the present disclosure can further reduce sound leakage and reduce noise interference to the surrounding environment.

Abstract: This application provides an interaction method based on an electronic map performed by an electronic device. The method includes: presenting an electronic map in a human-computer interaction interface; and in response to an interaction operation on points of interest in the electronic map, presenting, on the electronic map, a first point of interest according to a first state, and presenting at least one second point of interest with a same name as the first point of interest according to a second state, the first state being different from the second state.

Abstract: The technology involves identifying suitable pickup and drop-off locations based on detected pedestrian walking paths. Mapped areas have specific physical configurations, which may suggest places to pick up or drop off a rider (or a delivery). A walking path heatmap can be generated based on obtained historical and/or real-time pedestrian-related information, which can be obtained by autonomous vehicles driving in areas of interest. Incorporating heatmap information into the evaluation, the system identifies locations for optimized pickup or drop-off in accordance with where pedestrians would likely go. One aspect involves classifying different objects, for instance identifying one or more objects as people who may be walking versus riding a bicycle. Once classified, information about the paths is used to obtain a the heatmap associated with the walking paths.

Abstract: An information processing apparatus, a control method, and a control program capable of providing an experience close to one experienced in a real space to a user are provided. An information processing apparatus includes: an acquisition unit configured to acquire terminal position information of a communication terminal; a holding unit configured to hold a predetermined area and acoustic-image localization position information of an audio content to be output to the communication terminal while associating them with each other; a generation unit configured to generate acoustic-image localization information based on the acoustic-image localization position information and the terminal position information when the terminal position information is included in the predetermined area; and an output unit configured to output the acoustic-image localization information.

Abstract: A method and system is provided for identifying local businesses visited by a user. Location and movement data for a user is analyzed to identify points of interest (POIs) visited by a user, and POIs which were not visited while the user travelled to the visited POIs. The POIs are categorized as corresponding to local businesses or national/global businesses, and local business metrics are generated according to frequencies in which the user visits local businesses and/or passes over national/global businesses in favor of local businesses. Then the local business metrics are presented on the user's client computing device along with a heat map indicating frequencies in which the user visited businesses within a geographic area, and/or a cool map indicating frequencies in which the user passed by businesses within the geographic area.

Abstract: The disclosure generally relates to methods for assisting a driver of a vehicle that include monitoring the driver's actions, during a first portion of time that starts when the driver begins to engage in a surveillance type action and ends when the driver ends the surveillance type action, activating one or more feedback devices, when the driver engages in a surveillance type action, monitoring the driver's actions during a second portion of time that beings when the driver ends the surveillance type action, and ends when the driver begins the surveillance type action, and activating one or more feedback devices, during the second portion of time when the driver engages in a driving maneuver and fails to engage in the surveillance type action.

Abstract: A route from a current location of a portable device to a destination is determined, where the route includes a sequence of directed sections. Navigation instructions to guide a user of the portable device along the route to the destination are generated. To this end, candidate navigation landmarks perceptible within a 360-degree range of the current location of the portable device are identified, a navigation landmark disposed in a direction substantially opposite to the direction of the first one in the sequence of directed sections is selected from among the candidate navigation landmarks, and an initial instruction in the navigation instructions is generated and provided via a user interface of the portable device. The initial instruction references the selected navigation landmark.

Abstract: An apparatus including an interface and a processor. The interface may be configured to receive area data and sensor data from a plurality of vehicle sensors. The processor may be configured to extract road characteristics for a location from the area data, predict expected sensor readings at the location for the plurality of sensors based on the road characteristics, calculate dynamic limits for the sensor data in response to the expected sensor readings and determine a plausibility of the sensor data received from the interface when the vehicle reaches the location. The sensor data may be plausible if the sensor data is within the dynamic limits. A confidence level of the sensor data may be adjusted in response to the plausibility of the sensor data.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a map data processing method, an electronic device and a storage medium, relates to a technical field of data processing, and in particular to the field of map data processing. A specific implementation solution is as follows: receiving first data encapsulated in a form of offline data, the first data being used to characterize low-frequency data in the map data; obtaining second data after initiating a first online request, the second data being used to characterize high-frequency data in the map data; and performing merging processing on the first data and the second data to obtain target data to be displayed in a map. By adopting the present disclosure, the timeliness of map data display may be improved.

Abstract: Disclosed are an intersection driving control system and method for vehicles, the intersection driving control system for vehicles including a monitoring array configured to recognize and monitor peripheral vehicles driving proximate to a host vehicle, a pattern detector configured to detect reduction patterns of the peripheral vehicles in a longitudinal direction, and an intersection entry confirmer configured to confirm whether the host vehicle enters an intersection based on whether the longitudinal reduction patterns of the peripheral vehicles are similar to an intersection entry pattern.

Abstract: The disclosed computer-implemented method may include (i) receiving, by a dynamic transportation matching system, a request for transportation between initial waypoints, (ii) calculating, by the dynamic transportation matching system, a value metric for an initial driving route between the initial waypoints (iii) calculating a value metric for a walk-enabled driving route that comprises at least one alternate waypoint that is within a predetermined walking range of one of the initial waypoints, and (iv) improving, by the dynamic transportation matching system, a value of fulfilling the request for transportation by determining that a difference between the value metric of the walk-enabled driving route and the value metric of the initial driving route satisfies a walking-value threshold and selecting, based on the determination that the difference satisfies the walking-value threshold, the walk-enabled driving route for fulfilling the request for transportation.

Abstract: An information processing apparatus, the information processing apparatus executing an information processing method comprising: receiving a request of image data from an external terminal; specifying, based on the request, a vehicle that provides image capturing data to generate the image data; specifying a parameter concerning a communication path to be used by the specified vehicle to transmit the image capturing data to the information processing apparatus; and transmitting the specified parameter to the specified vehicle.

Abstract: A vehicular trailer assist system includes a plurality of vehicle cameras disposed at a vehicle, a trailer camera disposed at a rear portion of a trailer and viewing at least rearward of the trailer, and an electronic control unit (ECU) having a processor operable to process image data captured by the cameras. A display screen displays images of a region rearward of the trailer and includes a touch screen. Responsive to a touch input that is representative of a target location, the ECU, via processing of image data captured by the cameras, determines a path of travel for the vehicle and trailer to follow to maneuver the vehicle and trailer toward the target location. The ECU, responsive to an input indicative of an updated target location, updates the path of travel for the vehicle and trailer to follow to maneuver the vehicle and trailer toward the updated target location.

Abstract: In one aspect, a request to generate an automated tour based on a set of panoramic images is received. Each particular panoramic image is associated with geographic location information and linking information linking the particular panoramic image with one or more other panoramic images in the set. A starting panoramic image and a second panoramic image are determined based at least in part on the starting panoramic image and the linking information associated with the starting and second panoramic images. A first transition between the starting panoramic image and the second panoramic image is also determined based at least in part on the linking information for these panoramic images. Additional panoramic images as well as a second transition for between the additional panoramic images are also determined. The determined panoramic images and transitions are added to the tour according to an order of the tour.

Abstract: An approach is provided for verifying reported ramp closures. The approach involves, for example, processing a ramp closure report to determine reported ramp link(s) associated with the ramp closure report. The approach also involves constructing a ramp network comprising the reported ramp link(s) and other ramp link(s) connected to the reported ramp link(s). The approach further involves collecting probe data collected from one or more sensors of one or more vehicles traveling within the ramp network. The approach further involves identifying one or more driving patterns based on one or more vehicle paths determined from the probe data. The approach further involves performing a verification of a closure status of the reported ramp link(s) based on the one or more driving patterns. The approach further involves providing the verification of the closure status as an output.

Abstract: An operation management method for managing a plurality of circulating buses, each circulating bus being introduced into a circulation route from a base and returning to the base to be switched with another circulating bus after traveling a specified number of laps, includes storing, by a server, an operation schedule of the plurality of circulating buses, monitoring, by the server, a status of the plurality of circulating buses, and revising, by the server, the operation schedule when a first circulating bus traveling on the circulation route experiences failure before completing a specified number of laps, the operation schedule being revised so that a second circulating bus is introduced into the circulation route and returns to the base to be switched with a third circulating bus before completing the specified number of laps.

Abstract: A digital communication assembly includes a first personal electronic device associated with a first user and a second personal electronic device associated with a second user. A first wrist band is provided that is worn by the first user and a second wrist band that is worn by the second user. A pair of touch screens is each integrated into a respective one of the wrist bands and a pair of communication units is each of the communication units is integrated into a respective one of the wrist bands. Each of the communication units communicates an alert signal to a respective one of the personal electronic devices. A respective personal electronic device broadcasts an alert signal to the communication unit in a respective wrist band to facilitate the second user to know that the first user is thinking about the second user in an affectionate manner and vice verse.

Abstract: To track the path of moving objects without using object-identifying information, e.g. GPS information of the object or other individual identifiers by means which an object can be basically identified, or if the objects continue to change their respective identity, it is proposed how a statement can be made about the successful tracking with respect to at least some of the object group along the tracking route on the basis of the acquisition of information, taking place along a tracking route repeatedly with non-object-identifying parameter data which is emitted by the moving objects, at regular time intervals, by object-group-specific considerations of the acquired parameter data, of group-specific data profiles, acquired from these considerations, and a data profile similarity comparison, and tracking information is generated, and otherwise no such statement is possible and the generation of the tracking information does not occur.

Abstract: Utilizing existing information of community transportation offerings, the present invention builds customized travel routes to enable independent mobility for individuals with cognitive disabilities. Visual, aural, and sensory prompts are provided based on the location of, and through, a mobile device. Concurrently with providing direction and reassurance to the traveler, the system monitors the location and progress of the traveler along the route. Upon recognition that the mobile device (traveler) is no longer on the initiated route, a caregiver, or the like, is notified to render assistance.

Abstract: A logistics system provides a logistics service utilizing a logistics robot that delivers a package by autonomous traveling. The logistics system includes one or more processors configured to execute a delivery route determination process that determines a delivery route along which the logistics robot delivers the package. When there are a plurality of delivery route candidates from a position of the logistics robot to a delivery destination of the package, the one or more processors select the delivery route from the plurality of delivery route candidates based on at least one of a congestion degree of each of the plurality of delivery route candidates, a time of day, a weather condition, and energy consumption of the logistics robot along each of the plurality of delivery route candidates.

Abstract: A navigation device includes a map display unit configured to display a map on a first display device and display a guidance route and a current position on the map, and a scale determination unit configured to determine a scale of the map to be displayed on the first display device. The scale determination unit lowers the scale as the current position approaches an intersection at which it is required to turn, and enlarges the scale as the current position moves through the intersection.

Abstract: An operation management apparatus includes a controller configured to determine, in a case in which a first vehicle that has been operated in accordance with a schedule specifying a point in time at which a circulating vehicle is to be replaced becomes inoperable, whether to operate a second vehicle that substitutes for the first vehicle until a replacement time specified by the schedule, the replacement time being a point in time at which the first vehicle is to be replaced.

Abstract: Provided is a route search device and a non-transitory computer-readable medium that can search a route where a transportation means more suitable for a user is selected. When searching a route to a destination, a change point at which the transportation means is changed is set, and then the priority in selecting a transportation means for moving in a section from a plurality kinds of transportation means is set based on at least one of an attribute of a start point and an attribute of an end point in the section for each section where a distance between a departure place and a destination is divided at the change point to search the route to the destination using the transportation means selected for each of the plurality of sections based on the set priority.

Abstract: A system and method for vehicle drive path analysis for a waste/recycling service vehicle are provided. The system and method can enable identifying of the customers and/or container locations for waste and recycling collection routes using vehicle drive path analysis. Some non-limiting properties that can be derived from the analysis include the customer location, address of customers, and/or the locations of containers at the customer location.

Abstract: Aspects of the present invention relate to a control system, a system and a method for providing assistance to an occupant of a vehicle. Specifically, the present invention relates to determining a composite image sequence comprising a sequence of image frames, each comprising a captured image of an environment external to the vehicle and a trajectory indicator indicative of the determined vehicle trajectory through that environment. The trajectory indicator is positioned within the composite image sequence in dependence on movement by the vehicle between the time at which images associated with the corresponding image frames are captured such that the trajectory indicator appears substantially stationary in a direction of travel of the vehicle with respect to one or more image objects within the composite image sequence.

Abstract: A map information assessment device has a processor configured to detect the end road zone located furthest on the destination location side, among the multiple road zones on the navigation route, to determine whether or not the end road zone is connected to another road zone on the destination location side, to detect the end road link on the navigation route which is associated with the end road zone when the end road zone is connected with another road zone on the destination location side, and to determine whether or not the end road link is connected with another road link representing the navigation route, which is not associated with the road zone on the destination location side, and to attach a predetermined attribute to the end road zone when the end road link is connected with another road link representing the navigation route.

Abstract: An administered authentication system can authenticate an artificial reality device using an authorization record between a user account and an artificial reality device. In some implementations, the authorization record is created in response to activation of a user account-specific key sent to a user-supplied contact, where an artificial reality device identifier was provided with the user-supplied contact. In other implementations, the authorization record is created in response to activation of a user account-specific key provided to the artificial reality device as a code, where activation of the key includes adding an artificial reality device identifier to a key activation message. In yet other implementations, the authorization record is created in response to an application associated with a user account activating an artificial reality device-specific key, with an artificial reality device identifier, that is provided via the artificial reality device.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a system and a method for producing panoramic image content.

Abstract: A communication device may send a public key externally; receive a specific signal from a first external device; determine whether a radio field intensity of the received specific signal is equal to or greater than a threshold value; receive an authentication request from the first external device; in a case where it is determined that the radio field intensity is equal to or greater than the threshold value and the authentication request is received from the first external device, send an authentication response to the first external device; after the authentication response has been sent to the first external device, receive connection information from the first external device; and establish, by using the connection information, a wireless connection between the communication device and a second external device.

Abstract: An interactive digital logistics system is disclosed that receives real-time, on-demand data with immediate and same-day availability information from businesses, then displays the information for consumers to view, select, connect, and reserve the available services or products within a specified radius of their current geographical location. Businesses can accept or decline each consumer request and the interactive digital logistics system tracks the consumer's progress to the business's location. The interactive digital logistics system also tracks the progress of each request until completion and prompts both the consumer and business to rate their experience with the other party. The interactive digital logistics system then calculates an average rating for each party which is displayed in their respective profiles.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for providing recommendations of safe driving routes that are tailored to the driving habits of particular drivers. A machine learning model (e.g., an artificial neural network) may be trained using data indicative of insurance claim severity, road conditions, and/or vehicle telematics data associated with vehicle-related incidents, such as vehicle collisions. The machine learning model may be trained to identify road types and conditions that are predictive of claim frequency and severity. Any given driving route(s) may be provided to the trained machine learning model, and a risk value may be computed for the route(s). By further applying a personalized driver profile to the calculations of risk, personalized risk values may be computed for the route(s), and a safest route may be recommended to a driver.

Abstract: A method and system for generating geographic routes using topographic data that has been transformed into vector tiles to enable large spatial networks to be reduced from large scale to small scale, wherein the networks are reduced based on the lowest cost path(s) across each vector tile (for example, shortest, fastest and/or safest route across the represented geographic area) whilst ensuring connectivity between adjacent vector tiles is maintained. Complex and vast networks can be simplified to the cost of moving across a single vector tile from edge to edge, with each zoom level comprising a plurality of vector tiles with varying levels of detail concerning the paths across each vector tile. Routes between two locations, particularly those covering large distances, can then be quickly and efficiently determined using the processed vector tiles.