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Patent drawing for Outdoor home cleaning robot—system and method
US 9,114,440 B1
Industry & transport US 9,114,440 B1 Expired

Outdoor home cleaning robot—system and method

This invention describes an outdoor robot designed to automatically clean things like cars and other objects around a home. It moves on its own to a specific area, scans what needs cleaning, and then decides the best way to clean it. The robot learns about its surroundings and the objects it cleans over time to become more efficient, specifically by navigating using physical markers placed in the cleaning area.

Why it matters: In 2013, robust outdoor autonomous navigation and object recognition were nascent. Today, advancements in AI, computer vision, and SLAM could make the robot's learning and navigation, especially without relying solely on physical markers, far more sophisticated and reliable.

Status
ExpiredProtection ended and was never renewed
How hard to build
SpecializedAutonomous navigation, learning software, robotic arms

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