California Patent of the Month – May 2025
Autonomous construction technology took a significant leap forward this month with the issuance of U.S. Patent No. 12291846, titled ‘Autonomous offroad vehicle path planning with collision avoidance’, to Built Robotics Inc.. The patent outlines a system enabling heavy machinery to navigate challenging terrains without human intervention, enhancing safety and efficiency on construction sites. This innovation is poised to transform industries like solar energy, where large-scale, remote projects are common.
Smarter Navigation Through Occupancy Grids
The patented system uses a digital map divided into a grid. Each cell in the grid indicates whether it’s clear or obstructed. The vehicle evaluates multiple possible paths and simulates its own movement before committing to a route. This real-time planning helps the machine avoid collisions even as conditions change.
Enhancing Safety and Productivity
Automating path planning reduces the risk of accidents and human error. With autonomous machines managing their own routes, crews can focus on overseeing more equipment at once. That translates to fewer delays and safer working conditions in environments where precision and time are critical.
Advancing Autonomous Construction
With this patent, Built Robotics Inc. is pushing the boundaries of what autonomous vehicles can do in offroad and construction environments. The ability to dynamically assess and adjust to terrain in real time offers a strong competitive edge. As demand grows for automated solutions, innovations like this will lead the charge in reshaping the job site of the future.
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