Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance has patented a product inspection apparatus using visual inspection software on an electronic device to capture and process images of a vehicle. The method involves aligning elements, capturing images, and displaying graphical indicators for inspection status. GlobalData’s report on Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.

According to GlobalData’s company profile on Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance, Predictive modeling techniques was a key innovation area identified from patents. Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance's grant share as of February 2024 was 92%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.

Product inspection apparatus using visual inspection software for vehicles

Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Credit: Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company

A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11893836B1) outlines a method and system for conducting vehicle inspections using electronic devices. The method involves determining the position and direction of an electronic device in relation to a vehicle using sensors and cameras, displaying a layout of the vehicle's elements on the device, capturing images of the vehicle, and comparing them to reference images to assess the inspection status. The system includes a server with instructions to perform these operations, including establishing communication with the vehicle, monitoring distance, updating inspection records, generating reports, and displaying graphical components indicating inspection status and completion.

The patent also describes the use of augmented reality protocols to display vehicle layouts, interactive prompts for aligning elements during inspections, and the inclusion of animated characters and web links in the inspection reports. The system aims to streamline the inspection process by leveraging technology to ensure accurate assessments and efficient record-keeping. By combining sensor data, image capture, and reference image matching, the method and system provide a comprehensive approach to vehicle inspections that can enhance accuracy and reliability. The system's ability to generate detailed inspection reports and facilitate communication with vehicle processors further highlights its potential to improve inspection workflows and overall efficiency in the automotive industry.

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