公开(公告)号：US11295523B2

公开(公告)日：2022-04-05

申请号：US16831547

申请日：2020-03-26

Applicant: STATE FARM MUTUAL AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE COMPANY

Inventor： James M. Freeman ,  Roger D. Schmidgall ,  Patrick H. Boyer ,  Nicholas U. Christopulos ,  Jonathan D. Maurer ,  Nathan L. Tofte ,  Jackie O. Jordan, II

IPC: G06T17/20 ,  H04N13/106 ,  G06F30/13 ,  G06T7/00 ,  H04N13/254 ,  H04N13/271 ,  H04N13/275 ,  G01S17/89 ,  G01S13/89 ,  B64C39/02 ,  G01S17/86 ,  G01S15/89 ,  G06Q40/08 ,  G06Q50/16 ,  G06Q30/02 ,  H04R23/00 ,  G01N21/64 ,  G01N21/88 ,  G06T1/00 ,  G01S7/481 ,  H04N7/18 ,  G01N22/02

Abstract: In a computer-implemented method and system for capturing the condition of a structure, the structure is scanned with an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). Data collected by the UAV corresponding to points on a surface of a structure is received and a 3D point cloud is generated for the structure, where the 3D point cloud is generated based at least in part on the received UAV data. A 3D model of the surface of the structure is reconstructed using the 3D point cloud.

公开(公告)号：US11170491B1

公开(公告)日：2021-11-09

申请号：US16687010

申请日：2019-11-18

Applicant: STATE FARM MUTUAL AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE COMPANY

Inventor： James M. Freeman ,  Patrick H. Boyer ,  Nicholas U. Christopulos ,  Jonathan D. Maurer ,  Nathan L. Tofte ,  Jackie O. Jordan, II

IPC: G06T7/60 ,  G06T7/00 ,  G06Q50/16 ,  G06T7/13 ,  G06K9/62 ,  G06K9/52 ,  G06Q50/08

Abstract: Systems and methods for assessing a physical structure are provided. Information indicative of an infrared image that includes a portion of the physical structure is received, and one or more indicators within the infrared image exceeding a heat threshold are determined. A plurality of characteristics of the one or more indicators are determined. One or more edges of the portion of the physical structure are detected, and an area associated with an intended use of one or more fasteners associated with the physical structure is determined according to the detected edges. An amount of the one or more indicators corresponding to the area is determined, and the one or more indicators are classified as fasteners according to the determined amount. Based on the classification of the one or more indicators, a condition of the physical structure is determined.

公开(公告)号：US10242497B2

公开(公告)日：2019-03-26

申请号：US15935989

申请日：2018-03-26

Applicant: STATE FARM MUTUAL AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE COMPANY

Inventor： James M. Freeman ,  Roger D. Schmidgall ,  Patrick H. Boyer ,  Nicholas U. Christopulos ,  Jonathan D. Maurer ,  Nathan L. Tofte ,  Jackie O. Jordan, II

IPC: G06T1/00 ,  G06T7/00 ,  H04N7/18 ,  B64C39/02 ,  G01N21/64 ,  G01N21/88 ,  G01N22/02 ,  G01S13/89 ,  G01S15/89 ,  G01S17/02 ,  G01S17/89 ,  G01S7/481 ,  G06F17/50 ,  G06Q30/02 ,  G06Q40/08 ,  G06Q50/16 ,  G06T17/20 ,  H04R23/00 ,  H04N13/106 ,  H04N13/254 ,  H04N13/271 ,  H04N13/275

Abstract: In a system and method for inspecting a property, a microphone receives one or more audio waves propagating from a structure. One or more processors generate a 3D point cloud based on the received audio waves, analyzed the generated 3D point cloud to identify features of a surface or subsurface of the structure, and generate an estimate of a condition of the surface or subsurface.

公开(公告)号：US20180218537A1

公开(公告)日：2018-08-02

申请号：US15935989

申请日：2018-03-26

Applicant: STATE FARM MUTUAL AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE COMPANY

Inventor： James M. Freeman ,  Roger D. Schmidgall ,  Patrick H. Boyer ,  Nicholas U. Christopulos ,  Jonathan D. Maurer ,  Nathan L. Tofte ,  Jackie O. Jordan, II

IPC: G06T17/20 ,  H04R23/00 ,  G01S17/02 ,  G06F17/50 ,  H04N13/00 ,  G06T7/00 ,  G06Q50/16 ,  G06Q40/08 ,  G01S17/89 ,  G06Q30/02 ,  G01S15/89 ,  G01S13/89

CPC classification number: G06T17/20 ,  B64C39/024 ,  G01N21/64 ,  G01N21/8851 ,  G01N22/02 ,  G01N2201/06113 ,  G01N2201/10 ,  G01S7/4817 ,  G01S13/89 ,  G01S15/89 ,  G01S17/023 ,  G01S17/89 ,  G06F17/5004 ,  G06Q30/0278 ,  G06Q30/0283 ,  G06Q40/08 ,  G06Q50/16 ,  G06Q50/163 ,  G06T1/0007 ,  G06T7/0002 ,  G06T2200/08 ,  G06T2207/10028 ,  G06T2207/10032 ,  H04N7/185 ,  H04N13/106 ,  H04N13/254 ,  H04N13/271 ,  H04N13/275 ,  H04R23/008

Abstract: In a system and method for inspecting a property, a microphone receives one or more audio waves propagating from a structure. One or more processors generate a 3D point cloud based on the received audio waves, analyzed the generated 3D point cloud to identify features of a surface or subsurface of the structure, and generate an estimate of a condition of the surface or subsurface.

公开(公告)号：US09292630B1

公开(公告)日：2016-03-22

申请号：US14496840

申请日：2014-09-25

Applicant: STATE FARM MUTUAL AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE COMPANY

Inventor： James M. Freeman ,  Roger D. Schmidgall ,  Patrick Harold Boyer ,  Nicholas U. Christopulos ,  Jonathan D. Maurer ,  Nathan L. Tofte ,  Jackie O. Jordan, II

IPC: G06F17/50

CPC classification number: G06T17/20 ,  G01N21/64 ,  G01N21/8851 ,  G01N22/02 ,  G01N2201/06113 ,  G01N2201/10 ,  G01S7/4817 ,  G01S13/89 ,  G01S15/89 ,  G01S17/023 ,  G01S17/89 ,  G06F17/5004 ,  G06Q30/0278 ,  G06Q30/0283 ,  G06Q40/08 ,  G06Q50/16 ,  G06Q50/163 ,  G06T1/0007 ,  G06T7/0002 ,  G06T2200/08 ,  G06T2207/10028 ,  G06T2207/10032 ,  H04N7/185 ,  H04N13/106 ,  H04N13/254 ,  H04N13/271 ,  H04N13/275 ,  H04R23/008

Abstract: In a computer-implemented method and system for capturing the condition of a structure, the structure is scanned with a three-dimensional (3D) scanner. The 3D scanner generates 3D data. A point cloud or 3D model is constructed from the 3D data. The point cloud or 3D model is then analyzed to determine the condition of the structure.

Abstract translation: 在用于捕获结构状况的计算机实现的方法和系统中，用三维（3D）扫描仪扫描结构。 3D扫描仪生成3D数据。 从3D数据构建点云或3D模型。 然后分析点云或3D模型以确定结构的状况。

公开(公告)号：US09272782B1

公开(公告)日：2016-03-01

申请号：US14565770

申请日：2014-12-10

Applicant: STATE FARM MUTUAL AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE COMPANY

Inventor： James M. Freeman ,  Roger D. Schmidgall ,  Brian N. Harvey ,  Nathan L. Tofte

IPC: B64C39/02

CPC classification number: B64C39/022 ,  A63H27/04 ,  A63H30/02 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/145 ,  B64C2201/148 ,  F16G11/12 ,  Y10T24/10 ,  Y10T24/31 ,  Y10T29/49826

Abstract: A tethering system for a remote-controlled device includes a tether line having a first end adapted to be connected to a ground support and a second end adapted to be connected to the remote-controlled device. The system further includes an anchor-point disposed between the first and second ends of the tether line, the anchor point having an eyelet for securing the tether line and allowing the tether line to slide through the eyelet during use. The anchor-point and eyelet enable the tether line to flex or bend and the remote-controlled device to maneuver one or more of over or around the target area without interfering with any nearby obstructions.

公开(公告)号：US20140277842A1

公开(公告)日：2014-09-18

申请号：US13893904

申请日：2013-05-14

Applicant: STATE FARM MUTUAL AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE COMPANY

Inventor： Nathan Lee Tofte ,  James M. Freeman ,  Brian N. Harvey

IPC: B64C19/00

CPC classification number: B64C39/024 ,  B64C19/00 ,  B64C2201/127 ,  B64C2201/146 ,  G05D1/0011 ,  G05D1/0094 ,  G05D1/102 ,  G05D1/12 ,  G06Q40/00 ,  G06Q40/08

Abstract: The method and system may be used to control the movement of a remote aerial device in an incremental step manner during a close inspection of an object or other subject matter. At the inspection location, a control module “stabilizes” the remote aerial device in a maintained, consistent hover while maintaining a close distance to the desired object. The control module may retrieve proximal sensor data that indicates possible nearby obstructions to the remote aerial device and may transmit the data to a remote control client. The remote control module may determine and display the possible one or more non-obstructed directions that the remote aerial device is capable of moving by an incremental distance. In response to receiving a selection of one of the directions, the remote control module may transmit the selection to the remote aerial device to indicate the next movement for the remote aerial device.

Abstract translation: 该方法和系统可以用于在对对象或其他主题的仔细检查期间以增量步进方式来控制远程天线装置的移动。 在检查位置，控制模块将远程空中装置“稳定”在保持一致的悬停状态中，同时保持与所需对象的距离。 控制模块可以检索指示远程空中装置附近可能的障碍物的近端传感器数据，并且可以将数据发送到远程控制客户机。 遥控模块可以确定并显示远程天线装置能够移动一个增量距离的可能的一个或多个非阻挡方向。 响应于接收到方向之一的选择，遥控模块可以将该选择发送到远程天线装置以指示远程空中装置的下一个移动。

公开(公告)号：US20140267627A1

公开(公告)日：2014-09-18

申请号：US13836695

申请日：2013-03-15

Applicant: STATE FARM MUTUAL AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE COMPANY

Inventor： James M. Freeman ,  Roger D. Schmidgall ,  Patrick Harold Boyer ,  Nicholas U. Christopulos ,  Jonathan D. Maurer ,  Nathan Lee Tofte ,  Jackie O. Jordan, II

IPC: H04N13/02

CPC classification number: G06T17/20 ,  G01N21/64 ,  G01N21/8851 ,  G01N22/02 ,  G01N2201/06113 ,  G01N2201/10 ,  G01S7/4817 ,  G01S13/89 ,  G01S15/89 ,  G01S17/023 ,  G01S17/89 ,  G06F17/5004 ,  G06Q30/0278 ,  G06Q30/0283 ,  G06Q40/08 ,  G06Q50/16 ,  G06Q50/163 ,  G06T1/0007 ,  G06T7/0002 ,  G06T2200/08 ,  G06T2207/10028 ,  G06T2207/10032 ,  H04N7/185 ,  H04N13/106 ,  H04N13/254 ,  H04N13/271 ,  H04N13/275 ,  H04R23/008

Abstract: In a computer-implemented method and system for capturing the condition of a structure, the structure is scanned with a three-dimensional (3D) scanner. The 3D scanner generates 3D data. A point cloud or 3D model is constructed from the 3D data. The point cloud or 3D model is then analyzed to determine the condition of the structure.

Abstract translation: 在用于捕获结构状况的计算机实现的方法和系统中，用三维（3D）扫描仪扫描结构。 3D扫描仪生成3D数据。 从3D数据构建点云或3D模型。 然后分析点云或3D模型以确定结构的状况。

公开(公告)号：US20140259549A1

公开(公告)日：2014-09-18

申请号：US13804984

申请日：2013-03-14

Applicant: STATE FARM MUTUAL AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE COMPANY

Inventor： James M. Freeman ,  Roger D. Schmidgall ,  Brian N. Harvey ,  Nathan Lee Tofte

IPC: F16G11/12

CPC classification number: B64C39/022 ,  A63H27/04 ,  A63H30/02 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/145 ,  B64C2201/148 ,  F16G11/12 ,  Y10T24/10 ,  Y10T24/31 ,  Y10T29/49826

Abstract: A tethering system for a remote-controlled device comprising a tether line having a first end adapted to be connected to a ground support and a second end adapted to be connected to the remote-controlled device. The system further includes an anchor-point disposed between the first and second ends of the tether line, the anchor point having an eyelet for securing the tether line and allowing the tether line to slide through the eyelet during use. The anchor-point and eyelet enable the tether line to flex or bend and the remote-controlled device to maneuver one or more of over or around the target area without interfering with any nearby obstructions.

Abstract translation: 一种用于遥控装置的系绳系统，包括具有适于连接到地面支架的第一端的系绳线和适于连接到遥控装置的第二端。 系统还包括设置在系绳线的第一和第二端之间的锚定点，锚定点具有用于固定系绳的孔眼，并且允许系绳在使用期间通过孔眼滑动。 锚点和孔眼使得系绳弯曲或弯曲，并且远程控制装置在目标区域周围或周围操纵一个或多个，而不会干扰任何附近的障碍物。

公开(公告)号：US20230350551A1

公开(公告)日：2023-11-02

申请号：US18220054

申请日：2023-07-10

Applicant: STATE FARM MUTUAL AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE COMPANY

Inventor： James M. Freeman ,  Vaidya Balasubramanian Pillai

IPC: G06F3/04842 ,  G06V10/75 ,  G06V10/44 ,  G06F3/0488

CPC classification number: G06F3/04842 ,  G06F3/0488 ,  G06V10/44 ,  G06V10/751

Abstract: A computer-implemented method includes detecting a distinct area within an image, comparing detected features of the distinct area within the image to reference features corresponding to a reference image, and determining that the detected distinct area matches the reference image based on the comparison between the detected features and the reference features. The method further includes receiving an indication that the user selects the detected distinct area within the image, retrieving contact information corresponding to the reference image, and causing the client device to display an interface allowing the user to contact the entity.