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Method and apparatus for detecting, evaluating and identifying a stationary or moving object

  • US 7,260,022 B2
  • Filed: 06/28/2002
  • Issued: 08/21/2007
  • Est. Priority Date: 07/30/2001
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A method for determining information regarding a stationary or moving object, comprising:

  • recording acoustic signals emitted by a first object or reflected by a second object, as a reference signal;

    using the recorded reference signal to detect, evaluate or identify the first or second object; and

    calculating or projecting a movement state or movement profile pertaining to the first or second object, based on the recorded acoustic signals;

    wherein said acoustic signals comprise operational noise that is generated by at least one of said first and second objects, as an intrinsic result of operation thereof.

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