Patent
- A patent was awarded on June 27 , 2024 : US 20240209579 A1
- A short summary of the patent is as follows :
- This invention describes an autonomous snow removal machine designed to self-operate using sensors, an edge computer, and a pre-stored map for navigation and snow clearing. It repurposes a standard snowblower by replacing its manual controls with electric motors powered by batteries and controlled by an onboard edge computer. The edge computer receives sensor data and sends instructions to the electric motors to operate key functions like wheel movement, chute control, deflector control, and auger engagement. The machine utilizes a pre-stored map of the area, created when snow is absent, to identify its location and boundaries during operation. Additionally, it offers the flexibility of manual operation when needed by disengaging the clutch mechanism. This invention presents a significant advancement in snow removal technology, offering increased efficiency, safety, and convenience as compared to traditional methods.
