Method and apparatus for generating an indication of an object within an operating ambit of heavy loading equipment

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PATENT NO 9030332
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13531166

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A method, apparatus and system for generating an indication of an object within an operating ambit of heavy loading equipment is disclosed. The system includes a plurality of sensors disposed about a periphery of the loading equipment, each being operable to generate a proximity signal in response to detecting an object within a coverage region of the sensor, the proximity signal including an indication of at least an approximate distance between the sensor and the object. A processor circuit is operably configured to define an alert region extending outwardly and encompassing swinging movements of outer extents of the loading equipment. The processor circuit is operably configured to receive proximity signals from the plurality of sensors, process the signals to determine a location of the object relative to the loading equipment, and initiate an alert when the location falls within the alert region.

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MOTION METRICS INTERNATIONAL CORPVANCOUVER BRITISH COLUMBIA V6T 1Z3

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Bell, Ian Law Vancouver, CA 5 124
Nabavi, Nima Vancouver, CA 5 84
Ohadi, Esfahani Arya Vancouver, CA 2 74
Tafazoli, Bilandi Shahram Vancouver, CA 12 267

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