SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETECTING AN ADDRESS BLOCK AND BARCODE ON A CAPTURED IMAGE OF ITEM, AND READING THE DETECTED BARCODE USING CONNECTED COMPONENT ANALYSIS
The present disclosure relates to a system and method for detecting an address block and barcode on a captured image of an item, and reading the detected barcode using connected component analysis. In one aspect, the method includes binarizing a captured image to generate a binarized image having pixel values, inverting the pixel values of the binarized image, processing the inverted pixel values, and filtering the processed image by area. The method may also include machine learning the processed image to cluster objects in the processed image into a plurality of groups using the filtered image, and determining a number of objects in each of the clustered groups by performing additional operations on the clustered objects to detect the address block. The method may also include selecting the group having the greatest number of objects as the address block, and extracting the selected address block.
G06V 30/413 - Classification de contenu, p.ex. de textes, de photographies ou de tableaux
G06V 30/416 - Extraction de la structure logique, p.ex. chapitres, sections ou numéros de page; Identification des éléments de document, p.ex. des auteurs
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INTERCEPTOR HUB FOR SERVICE-CONSUMING APPLICATIONS
A method, a computing device, and a computer program product are provided. An interceptor hub application receives, via a network, a request for multiple services from a first service-consuming application. The request is in a format for an interceptor interface. The interceptor hub application converts at least some information in the received request to a format of a corresponding interface of at least one of the requested services. The interceptor hub application sends a respective request to each of the requested services. The each respective request includes a corresponding portion of the information in the format of the corresponding service-oriented interface. A respective service response from the each of the respective services is received by the interceptor hub application, which provides each of the respective responses in a combined service response to the first service-consuming application in a format expected by the first service-consuming application.
H04L 67/63 - Ordonnancement ou organisation du service des demandes d'application, p.ex. demandes de transmission de données d'application en utilisant l'analyse et l'optimisation des ressources réseau requises en acheminant une demande de service en fonction du contenu ou du contexte de la demande
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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR EXTRACTING A COMPUTER READABLE CODE FROM A CAPTURED IMAGE OF A DISTRIBUTION ITEM
The present disclosure relates to a system and a method for extracting a computer readable code from a captured image of a mailpiece or parcel using downsampling and edge detection. The system can include a reader configured to capture an image of an item having a computer readable code positioned thereon and a processor in data communication with the reader. The processor can generate captured image data of the item including the computer readable code, downconvert the captured image data to generate a downconverted image data and detect an edge of the computer readable code. The processor can also identify a position of the computer readable code in the downconverted image data and store or process only the identified computer readable code.
G06K 7/14 - Méthodes ou dispositions pour la lecture de supports d'enregistrement par radiation corpusculaire utilisant la lumière sans sélection des longueurs d'onde, p.ex. lecture de la lumière blanche réfléchie
G06F 16/58 - Recherche caractérisée par l’utilisation de métadonnées, p.ex. de métadonnées ne provenant pas du contenu ou de métadonnées générées manuellement
G06K 7/00 - Méthodes ou dispositions pour la lecture de supports d'enregistrement
G06K 7/10 - Méthodes ou dispositions pour la lecture de supports d'enregistrement par radiation corpusculaire
G06K 7/12 - Méthodes ou dispositions pour la lecture de supports d'enregistrement par radiation corpusculaire utilisant une longueur d'onde choisie, p.ex. pour lire des marques rouges et ignorer des marques bleues
G06K 19/06 - Supports d'enregistrement pour utilisation avec des machines et avec au moins une partie prévue pour supporter des marques numériques caractérisés par le genre de marque numérique, p.ex. forme, nature, code
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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR EXTRACTING A REGION OF INTEREST FROM A CAPTURED IMAGE OF A MAILPIECE OR PARCEL LABEL
The present disclosure relates to a system and method for extracting a region of interest from a captured image of an item. The system may include a reader configured to capture an image of an item having a computer readable code positioned thereon. The system may also include a processor in data communication with the reader and configured to generate captured image data, the captured data comprising binary image data and identify a first pixel region representing the computer readable code from the binarized image data. The processor may be further configured to remove a second pixel region other than the first pixel region from the binarized image data and store or process only first binarized image data representing the first pixel region.
The present disclosure relates to a system and method for improving scan rates of an item in a distribution network. The system may include an item scan database storing item scan datasets containing barcodes, item datasets and optical character recognition (OCR) labels datasets and a processor in data communication with the item scan database. The processor may detect an item barcode with an item orientation so as to output correct orientation information of the item. The processor may also extract available barcode information from the detected item barcode based on the correct orientation information of the item. The processor may further reconstruct a correct barcode from the extracted available barcode information and one or more of the item scan datasets.
G06Q 10/08 - Logistique, p.ex. entreposage, chargement ou distribution; Gestion d’inventaires ou de stocks
G06K 7/14 - Méthodes ou dispositions pour la lecture de supports d'enregistrement par radiation corpusculaire utilisant la lumière sans sélection des longueurs d'onde, p.ex. lecture de la lumière blanche réfléchie
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AUTOMATED SYSTEMS AND DEVICES FOR LOADING AND UNLOADING
A system for loading and unloading containers of items from transport vehicles and moving containers of items to and from desired locations using automated robots are disclosed. The system includes one or more automated robots, a base station, and one or more vehicle-based systems. The automated robots are configured to move to, lift, and carry containers of items. The base station is configured to coordinate the movements of the automated robots. The vehicle-based systems are associated with transport vehicles and configured to communicate information about containers on the transport vehicles to the base station or automated robots. The vehicle-based systems may call the one or more automated robots to automatically load or unload the transport vehicles.
Systems and methods for updating map data are disclosed. A system can include a mobile delivery device that is configured to be transported to a plurality of delivery locations by a parcel carrier. The system may further include a computer readable storage medium and one or more processors. The system may store map data associated with a geographic data. Using the mobile delivery device, the system can receive a plurality of positions during delivery of parcels to a plurality of delivery locations associated with the geographic region. Based on the plurality of positions, the system may determine a delivery route of a parcel carrier, and, based on the delivery route, the system can generate updated map data.
A method for same day shipment of a package is disclosed. The computer-implemented method includes obtaining provider data, customer data, and historical data from a plurality of data sources; obtaining current location data and current time data associated with one or more delivery providers and one or more buses; analyzing the current location data and the current time data that are obtained with respect to the provider data, the customer data, and the historical route data; determining a schedule, a first receipt location and a first receipt time for the first package; determining a first delivery provider and/or bus for the first package based on the schedule; and providing instructions to the bus and/or a first delivery provider computer device associated with the first delivery provider of the one or more delivery providers to receive, handoff, and/or deliver the first package based on the schedule.
G06Q 10/06 - Ressources, gestion de tâches, des ressources humaines ou de projets; Planification d’entreprise ou d’organisation; Modélisation d’entreprise ou d’organisation
A lock assembly includes a bolt movable between a first position and a second position, a rotating body rotatable between a first position and a second position, and a pawl member rotatable between a first position and a second position. Rotation of the rotating body from the first position to the second position is configured to cause the bolt to move from the first position to the second position. The pawl member is configured to prevent rotation of the rotating body from the first position to the second position when the pawl member is in the first position and the rotating body is in the first position.
E05B 47/02 - Adaptation des serrures des clenches ou d'éléments de celles-ci pour déplacement du pêne par des moyens électro-magnétiques
G06Q 10/08 - Logistique, p.ex. entreposage, chargement ou distribution; Gestion d’inventaires ou de stocks
G07F 17/12 - Appareils déclenchés par pièces de monnaie pour la location d'articles; Installations ou services déclenchés par pièces de monnaie pour moyens pour mettre en sûreté un bien momentanément abandonné, p.ex. en attachant ce bien comportant des récipients pouvant être verrouillés, p.ex. pour déposer des vêtements à nettoyer
E05B 11/00 - Dispositifs empêchant d'enlever la clé de la serrure
E05B 65/02 - Serrures pour emplois particuliers pour battants minces, creux ou à feuillard métallique
A lock can include attack-resistant and/or weather-resistant features. Attack-resistant features can include a sacrificial link between a locking mechanism and an external keyway covering an exterior face of the locking mechanism. The sacrificial link can break during a torque attack on the lock such that the full force of the torque attack is not applied to the locking mechanism. Weather-resistant features can include drain openings in one or more housing components external to the locking mechanism to facilitate drainage of liquid matter from the lock before the liquid matter reaches the locking mechanism.
E05B 17/14 - Cache-entrées ou protections pour trous de serrures
E05B 17/20 - Moyens indépendants du mécanisme de verrouillage pour empêcher une ouverture non autorisée, p.ex. pour bloquer le pêne en position de fermeture
E05B 17/18 - Cache-entrées ou protections pour trous de serrures en forme de couvercles ou glissières
E05C 3/04 - Dispositifs d'immobilisation avec pênes se déplaçant de façon pivotante ou rotative sans action d'une clenche avec poignée de manœuvre ou organe équivalent fixé rigidement au pêne
E05B 65/02 - Serrures pour emplois particuliers pour battants minces, creux ou à feuillard métallique
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METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR COORDINATING LOCAL DELIVERIES
Methods and systems for coordinating item delivery are disclosed. In one aspect, a method comprises receiving a request to transport an item and identifying a delivery vehicle based on a proximity of the delivery vehicle to the pickup location. The method further comprises determining whether the identified delivery vehicle is associated with a first delivery service or a second delivery service. When the identified delivery vehicle is associated with the first delivery service, the method comprises generating a notification to the identified delivery vehicle that an itinerary and a routing of the identified vehicle have been updated. When the identified delivery vehicle is associated with the second delivery service, the method comprises generating an inquiry to the identified vehicle requesting confirmation that the identified vehicle will transport the item and receiving a response. The method also comprises generating a confirmation including an identifier of the identified delivery vehicle.
Locking systems and devices and methods for using the systems and devices are provided. A locking system may include a receptacle having a lock and an electronic credential. If the electronic credential is brought into proximity of the receptacle, then a key can be used to open the lock. The electronic credential can be incorporated into a vehicle or into a handheld device.
E05B 15/00 - SERRURES; LEURS ACCESSOIRES; MENOTTES Éléments permettant l'enclenchement par pênes des dispositifs de fermeture
E05B 17/20 - Moyens indépendants du mécanisme de verrouillage pour empêcher une ouverture non autorisée, p.ex. pour bloquer le pêne en position de fermeture
E05B 47/00 - Fonctionnement ou commande des serrures ou autres dispositifs d'immobilisation par des moyens électriques ou magnétiques
E05B 53/00 - Fonctionnement ou commande des serrures par transmissions mécaniques, p.ex. à distance
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SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DISTRIBUTION ITEM PROCESSING
Systems and methods for universal item returns. A universal returns systems allows a user the ability to return an item via a distribution network whether the item was purchased at a retail location, delivered by the distribution network, or delivered by another entity. The universal returns system comprises a user interface a return request. Based on the return request, the system obtains transaction information, provides a return code, and allows scheduling item pick-up.
A lock can include a motor assembly, a gear assembly, and an unlocking assembly. The motor assembly can include a motor and a drive shaft. The gear assembly can include a cam, a pinion gear, and a pinion. The pinion gear can include a plurality of teeth disposed along only a portion of a perimeter of the pinion gear. The pinion gear can be configured to engage the pinion. The pinion can be configured to translate laterally to release a biasing member to unlock a door of a container.
A system and method for enhancing digitally informed delivery of delivery items such as mail. The sender of a delivery item creates custom electronic text, files, images, web pages, or other electronic/digital resource(s) to provide to the recipient. A postage meter, a server of the delivery service, or the like creates a digital indicia that includes the digital resource, associating it with the delivery item. When the delivery item is processed by the delivery service equipment during transit, the digital indicia is read and the associated digital resource is are identified therefrom. The delivery service equipment transmits, to the delivery item recipient, an electronic notification indicating that the delivery item is en-route to the recipient, and also provides the associated digital resource. The recipient can then access the resource, e.g., the custom text, files, images or web pages associated with the delivery item.
A system and method for determining delivery points associated with particular addresses. In some embodiments, mobile devices can record the geo-location that an item carrier is at when making a delivery of an item. An address association server can receive these locations, organize the recorded geo-locations into clusters, and then calculate accurate delivery points based upon those clusters for a specific address.
Systems and methods for dynamic routing of delivery resources for delivery of items from a pickup location on or near a first planned route to a delivery location on or near a second planned route. Methods can include identifying a first route and a second route based on the pickup and delivery locations, selecting one of a predetermined plurality of transfer nodes based on the locations of the first and second routes, and sending instructions to resources traveling along the first and second routes to meet and transfer the items at the selected transfer node.
A system and method for the use of geo-fences to coordinate and track delivery of items. In some embodiments, the system comprising a mobile delivery device comprising a vector calculation module configured to determine a motion vector associated with the mobile delivery device, a geo-location module configured to determine a geo-location associated with a mobile delivery device, and a geo-fence database configured to determine a size of at least one geo-fence associated with at least one location and determine whether the mobile delivery device is within the geo-fence. In some embodiments, the size of the geo-fence is determined at least in part on the motion vector determined by the vector calculation module.
Systems and methods for generating and implementing an anonymized delivery point processing system are disclosed. Anonymous addresses can be associated with actual physical delivery points. An item having an anonymous address thereon can be sorted and/or routed on item processing equipment based on the associated actual physical delivery point.
G06Q 10/04 - Prévision ou optimisation spécialement adaptées à des fins administratives ou de gestion, p. ex. programmation linéaire ou "problème d’optimisation des stocks"
G06Q 10/08 - Logistique, p.ex. entreposage, chargement ou distribution; Gestion d’inventaires ou de stocks
G06Q 50/28 - Logistique, p.ex. stockage, chargement, distribution ou expédition
An automated system for transferring articles from a container. An item transfer system (200) includes retainers (226, 228) configured to secure a first tray (280) and a second tray (290), a movable paddle assembly (240), a frame (220), and a plurality of actuators. The system is configured to transfer articles from the first tray to the second tray by an automated process including securing the articles within the first tray with the paddle assembly, rotating the frame by approximately 90° to 100°, moving the paddle assembly in a series of linear translations to remove the items from the first tray and place the items into the second tray, rotating the frame back to its initial orientation, and releasing the items into the second tray.
A vote by mail system that also cryptographically tracks and secures votes is described herein. In some embodiments, the mail system cryptographically tracks and secures votes through the use of a block chain like those used in cryptographic currencies. In some embodiments, the block chain is used to record some data regarding the mailed in votes in order to demonstrate the accuracy of the election. In some embodiments, they system also allows voters to vote using scanned versions of ballots received by mail. Further, in some embodiments, the system coordinates the mailing of absentee ballots that can then be used with the system.
A system and method can securely process image data, the image data included in image files can be encrypted and compressed in a single step using dynamically identified compression/encryption information such as code word tables. An image file can include a metadata portion and an image data portion that includes first image data showing an item and affixed text.
Embodiments of a system and method for sorting and delivering articles in a processing facility based on image data are described. Image processing results such as rotation notation information may be included in or with an image to facilitate downstream processing such as when the routing information cannot be extracted from the image using an unattended system and the image is passed to an attended image processing system. The rotation notation information may be used to dynamically adjust the image before presenting the image via the attended image processing system.
G06K 9/00 - Méthodes ou dispositions pour la lecture ou la reconnaissance de caractères imprimés ou écrits ou pour la reconnaissance de formes, p.ex. d'empreintes digitales
G06K 9/32 - Alignement ou centrage du capteur d'image ou de la zone image
B07C 3/20 - Systèmes destinés à faciliter la lecture visuelle d'adresses, p.ex. dispositifs présentateurs
Systems, devices, and methods of locking a lockable volume. The lock may comprise a bolt and a slider. The slider moves linearly to move the bolt in position to engage a securement feature. The engagement of the bolt with the securement feature secures the securement feature, thereby locking the door to which the securement feature is attached.
E05B 47/02 - Adaptation des serrures des clenches ou d'éléments de celles-ci pour déplacement du pêne par des moyens électro-magnétiques
E05B 65/02 - Serrures pour emplois particuliers pour battants minces, creux ou à feuillard métallique
E05B 47/00 - Fonctionnement ou commande des serrures ou autres dispositifs d'immobilisation par des moyens électriques ou magnétiques
E05C 17/52 - Dispositifs pour tenir les battants dans une position d'ouverture; Dispositifs pour limiter l'ouverture des battants ou pour tenir les battants dans une position d'ouverture par une pièce mobile disposée entre le battant et le dormant; Dispositifs de freinage, butées ou tampons combinés avec ces dispositifs par des moyens mécaniques dans lesquels un organe mobile de fermeture monté sur le battant enclenche une pièce fixe comportant une bouterolle, un loquet ou similaire
Methods and systems for on demand logistics management are disclosed. An on- demand logistics system includes an electronic hardware processor configured to receive an on-demand request, the request indicating an on-demand location for an on-demand transaction, determine locations of a plurality of vehicles on a plurality of delivery routes, determine whether the on-demand location is within a threshold distance of at least one of the plurality of delivery routes based on the vehicle locations and assign the on-demand transaction to a vehicle based on the determination.
Embodiments of a system and method for using a mobile device to assist with the efficient and secure delivery of item. The mobile device can assist an item deliver to lock or unlock secure item delivery receptacles. The mobile device can also notify an item deliverer about particular delivery conditions associated with particular delivery endpoints. The mobile device can further help the item deliverer to determine whether or not he or she is delivering the item to the correct location.
Systems described herein for controlling, requesting, and coordinating the creation and generation of labels can be a label broker, providing a centralized location for storing label information created by various entities, and managing the requests for generation of physical labels coming from various sources and entities.
A lock having a plug installed within a housing. The plug can be securely retained within the housing using an attachment device disposed within the lockable volume. The attachment device can have a set screw and/or a pin to secure the attachment device to the plug and to prevent rotation of the attachment device.A lock having a plug installed within a housing. The plug can be securely retained within the housing using an attachment device disposed within the lockable volume. The attachment device can have a set screw and/or a pin to secure the attachment device to the plug and to prevent rotation of the attachment device.
Systems and methods of creating, managing, and distributing supplemental content associated with items in a distribution network. A physical delivery item can be imaged and associated with additional content generated or associated with the sender of the physical delivery item.
In some aspects, methods and systems for a digital trust architecture are provided. In some aspects, the architecture includes a user account provisioning process. The provisioning process may make use of in person verifications of some personal information to ensure authenticity of the user information. Once the authenticity of user information is established, an account may be created. The user account may include a user email account, with integrated access to digital certificates linked to the user account. Account creation may also automatically publish the new user's public key in a publicly accessible directory, enabling encrypted email information to be easily sent to the new user.
G06Q 20/40 - Autorisation, p.ex. identification du payeur ou du bénéficiaire, vérification des références du client ou du magasin; Examen et approbation des payeurs, p.ex. contrôle des lignes de crédit ou des listes négatives
A smart drop box, system, and method for providing item deposit verification. A smart drop box includes an item receptacle, a processor in communication with the item receptacle, and a user interface in communication with the processor. The item receptacle is configured to receive an item from a user, determine item information related to the item, and transfer the item to a collection container. The processor is configured to determine payment information based at least in part on the item information. The smart drop box is configured to provide deposit verification based at least in part on at least one of the item information and the payment information. In some embodiments, the deposit verification includes a printed receipt and/or an electronic notification.
Systems, devices, and methods for monitoring items in a defined physical area can include a primary camera configured to detect a region of interest within a defined physical area and the coordinates of the region of interest in the defined physical area. A plurality of secondary cameras can positioned throughout a defined physical area. One of the secondary cameras can be selected to capture an image of a region of interest based on the coordinates of the region of interest.
G06K 9/00 - Méthodes ou dispositions pour la lecture ou la reconnaissance de caractères imprimés ou écrits ou pour la reconnaissance de formes, p.ex. d'empreintes digitales
Sorting systems and methods for large quantities of items in industrial processes are described. The systems, devices and methods are for receiving, sorting and removing items dynamically. A first group of items, such as letters or other mail pieces, are injected by a belt into a pocket to a form a first stack, and a divider is extended near the first stack. The divider allows for a second group of items to either be injected to form a second stack behind the divider, or to be diverted and injected into another pocket. The first stack can be removed while the second group is being injected. The divider may be a progressive displacement divider with amplified output for a given input.
B07C 3/00 - Tri du courrier ou des documents selon la destination
B65H 31/06 - Récepteurs de piles avec support d'extrémité mobile disposé pour reculer au fur et à mesure que la pile se forme les articles étant empilés de chant
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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SORTING AND DELIVERING ITEMS
Embodiments of a system and method for sorting and delivering articles in a processing facility. Delivery endpoints are divided and grouped into stop groups. A first sorter sorts items according to stop group and outputs the items to trays. The output trays from the first sorter are loaded to a second sorter. The second sorter sorts items for each stop group into trays based on carrier route segments. A manifest is created that comprises a list of the items in a tray. A mobile computing device alerts a delivery carrier when there is an item that needs to be delivered.
A receptacle for detecting delivery and retrieval events has a door sensor, an item sensor, a scanner, and a control unit for operating the sensors, and transmitting the sensor information for processing and analysis. A system can determine whether an event was a delivery or retrieval event based on sensor information and item tracking information. A system can further include an item configured to interact with a computing device.
A device, system, and method for detecting a covering sleeve on a container. A sleeve detection system includes a conveyor (102), a height profile acquisition device (109), and a processor in communication with the height profile acquisition device (109). The height profile acquisition device (109) is configured to acquire height profiles of a tray (104) traveling on the conveyor (102). The processor is configured to analyze height profiles received from the height profile acquisition device (109) to determine a sleeve status of the tray. In some embodiments, a light gate (108) is disposed across the conveyor (102) and configured to detect the presence of a tray (104) on the conveyor approaching the height profile acquisition device (109).
A distribution item is disclosed. The distribution item includes a first item comprising a container having an outer surface defining an enclosed space. A computer-readable code is disposed on the outer surface. The computer-readable code is associated with a first level entity. The first item also includes destination information associated with a second level entity disposed on the outer surface. The distribution item also includes one or more second items removably positioned within the enclosed space of the first item. Each of the one or more second items includes the computer-readable code associated with the first level entity,
G06Q 10/08 - Logistique, p.ex. entreposage, chargement ou distribution; Gestion d’inventaires ou de stocks
G06Q 50/28 - Logistique, p.ex. stockage, chargement, distribution ou expédition
G06K 19/06 - Supports d'enregistrement pour utilisation avec des machines et avec au moins une partie prévue pour supporter des marques numériques caractérisés par le genre de marque numérique, p.ex. forme, nature, code
A high throughput sorting device is disclosed. The device includes a first sorter and a second sorter, each of the first and second sorters having a plurality of cells each configured to support, carry, and deposit an item. The device can also include at least one shared chute extending below a portion of the first sorter and a portion of the second sorter. The at least one chute can be configured to receive an item deposited by each of the plurality of cells and transport the item to an endpoint. The device can also include a base configured to support the at least one shared chute and the first and second sorters
A system and method for accurately sort items for delivery and track the delivery of items in an item distribution network using a purpose built confidence event recorder. Items can then be tracked while out for delivery through the use of confidence data recorded by a confidence event recorder carried by an item carrier. Confidence data can be used to accurately record when and where item carriers deliver items and can be used for generating and transmitting an expected delivery window.
Methods and systems for resetting a digital credential within a digital credential based authentication system. The method includes logging a first administrative user into the digital credential system, receiving, from the first administrative user, a first portion of authentication credentials for a first customer, validating, by the first administrative user using the digital credential system, the first portion, logging a second administrative user into the digital credential system, receiving, from the second administrative user, a second portion of authentication credentials for the first customer, receiving the second portion by the second administrative user, validating, by the second administrative user using the digital credential system, the second portion; and resetting the authentication credentials based on the validation of the first portion and second portion.
A method of providing material based on a user-initiated request utilizing an electronic database includes receiving search keywords to conduct a search and accessing a first database having previously stored contact information for the particular user in an initial table record. The method includes transforming data in the fields of the record for the particular user in the initial table to generate a record in a sanitized table, accessing a second electronic database having previously stored data structures corresponding to businesses, where each data structure maps selected keyword combinations to corresponding icons, and to particular material corresponding to each keyword combination, and displaying icons associated with search results having corresponding selected keywords near associated result items on an electronic display. The method includes initiating sending of particular material corresponding to the request based on the selected icon and contact data for the user obtained from the sanitized table.
The delivery of items by a distribution service involves processing and handling each of the items being delivered, as well as generating and following a route to deliver each of the items. These routes used by carriers of the distribution service(s) may result in the carriers traveling near or past a majority of or all residences and registered addresses each day or week. Accordingly, the carriers of the distribution service(s) can perform additional services by customers at these residences and addresses with minimal additional burden to the schedule on which the carriers operate. One aspect of the subject matter described in the disclosure provides a method of receiving and transporting an item to a delivery location. An additional aspect of the subject matter described in the disclosure provides a method for performing services at a location.
Systems and methods for generating and implementing a household customer database are disclosed. In one aspect, a method for processing items comprises receiving a first item to be delivered and identifying data corresponding to one or more of a source information and destination information of the first item. The method further comprises identifying secondary information of the first item, storing the source, destination, and secondary information in a database, creating associations between the source, destination, and secondary information, receiving a request to analyze information stored and associated in the database, determining whether the database comprises information necessary to perform the requested analysis, identifying if additional information is needed to perform the requested analysis, updating the secondary information associations to include the additional information if needed to perform the requested analysis, and analyzing the information stored and associated in the database based on the received analysis request or query.
Embodiments of a reusable stackable shipping box are provided herein. The reusable stackable shipping box may be reused and cleaned without causing harm to the integrity of the box. In addition, the box is slightly tapered in shape such that the box may be stacked upon and within other boxes for ease in shipping and organization.
B65D 5/02 - Réceptacles de section transversale polygonale rigides ou semi-rigides, p.ex. boîtes, cartons ou plateaux, formés en pliant ou montant un ou plusieurs flans de papier en pliant ou montant un seul flan pour former un corps tubulaire avec ou sans pliage subséquent, ou par addition d'éléments séparés, pour fermer les extrémités du corps
B65D 5/20 - Réceptacles de section transversale polygonale rigides ou semi-rigides, p.ex. boîtes, cartons ou plateaux, formés en pliant ou montant un ou plusieurs flans de papier en repliant les parties reliées à un panneau central sur chaque côté pour former le corps du réceptacle, p.ex. en forme de plateau
A system and method of validating an upgrade of authentication credentials. The method includes authenticating a first user, receiving input identifying a customer name for the online account, receiving input indicating a type of identification to be presented at the validation event, receiving input indicating a transaction code associated with the validation event, and receiving input indicating a location of the validation event. The method further includes authenticating a second user being associated with a second entity, providing to the second user a list of validation events for a location, receiving input selecting a validation event in the list of validation events, presenting one or more of the customer name, the transaction code, and the type of identification associated with the selected validation event, and receiving input indicating a result of the validation event, wherein a credential or token is created and assigned based on the validation event.
G06Q 20/20 - Systèmes de réseaux présents sur les points de vente
G06Q 20/34 - Architectures, schémas ou protocoles de paiement caractérisés par l'emploi de dispositifs spécifiques utilisant des cartes, p.ex. cartes à puces ou cartes magnétiques
G06Q 20/40 - Autorisation, p.ex. identification du payeur ou du bénéficiaire, vérification des références du client ou du magasin; Examen et approbation des payeurs, p.ex. contrôle des lignes de crédit ou des listes négatives
A multi-dimensional measuring system is disclosed. The measuring system includes a dimensional measuring device that fits over an exterior portion of an item and provides reference measurements in three orthogonal directions. The measuring system also includes a camera to take an image of the item with the dimensional measuring placed thereon and a hardware processor that receives and processes the image to determine the dimensions of the item based upon the reference measurements of the dimensional measuring device.
G01B 11/00 - Dispositions pour la mesure caractérisées par l'utilisation de techniques optiques
G01B 21/16 - Dispositions pour la mesure ou leurs détails, où la technique de mesure n'est pas couverte par les autres groupes de la présente sous-classe, est non spécifiée ou est non significative pour mesurer la distance ou le jeu entre des objets espacés
G06Q 10/04 - Prévision ou optimisation spécialement adaptées à des fins administratives ou de gestion, p. ex. programmation linéaire ou "problème d’optimisation des stocks"
G06K 9/62 - Méthodes ou dispositions pour la reconnaissance utilisant des moyens électroniques
Features for systems and methods for loading items into a tray are disclosed. The system may have an item conveyor configured to move the items towards a tray conveyor. The tray conveyor may be configured to move trays to receive items from the item conveyor into the tray. One or more sensors may detect the height of the items on the item conveyor and/or in the tray, and/or the position of the trays on the tray conveyor. A controller may receive data related to the one or more detected heights of the items and/or the position of the trays on the tray conveyor and correspondingly control movement of the item and/or tray conveyors for efficient loading of items into the tray and efficient movement of the trays for further processing. Tray conveyor movement sensors may detect movement of the trays or tray conveyors for further control or reliability of the system.
B07C 5/06 - Séparation selon la dimension les mesures étant faites mécaniquement
B65B 5/08 - Emballage de groupes d'objets, chaque groupe étant saisi ou guidé individuellement pour être transféré dans le réceptacle ou récipient
B65B 5/10 - Remplissage des réceptacles ou récipients, progressivement ou par stades successifs, en introduisant successivement les objets
B65B 43/56 - Moyens pour tenir les réceptacles ou les récipients pendant le remplissage avec déplacement par positions successives pour présenter le réceptacle ou récipient en vue de recevoir des apports successifs du contenu
B65G 47/44 - Aménagements ou utilisation des trémies ou des colonnes de descente
B65G 47/52 - Dispositifs pour transférer objets ou matériaux entre transporteurs, p.ex. pour décharger ou alimenter
B65G 57/02 - Empilage d'objets en ajoutant les objets au sommet de la pile
48.
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROCESSING ITEMS FOR INTERNATIONAL DISTRIBUTION
A system and method for generating shipping labels for shipping items to other countries. The shipping label can be based on shipping information for the item. The shipping label can also contain information about whether there was a landed cost guarantee associated with the item.
Methods and systems for electronic document authentication are disclosed, in one aspect, a method of generating an electronic postmark includes receiving, via a server, a request message from an electronic network, the request message comprising request data including payioad data and meta data, generating a timestamp in response to receiving the message, hashing the payioad data to generate a payioad hash, digitally signing the metadata, the payioad hash, and the timestamp to generate a digital signature, generating a response message, the response message generated to comprise the metadata, the payioad hash, the timestamp, and the digital signature; and transmitting the response message onto the electronic network.
Embodiments of a system and method for sorting and sequencing articles in a processing facility are disclosed. Delivery endpoints are divided and grouped into stop groups. A first sorter sorts items according to stop group and outputs the items to trays. The output trays from the first sorter are loaded to a second sorter in stop group order. The second sorter sorts items for each stop group into separate lanes. Each lane can then be sorted into output bins in delivery sequence order.
Features for loading, transporting and unloading of items are disclosed. Systems, devices and methods for such operations using a tray are described. ΐη some embodiments, a tray having a moveable bottom allows for switching between a configuration for loading and unloading items in and out of the tray and a configuration for transportation of items inside the tray. The trays may also be stacked, for transportation of multiple trays at once, and nested, for saving space when storing the trays. In some embodiments, the trays may be used in conjunction with loading and unloading systems.
A method and system for generating a location identifier using a location code and a grid coordinate. The location code corresponds to a defined geographical area, such as a postal code or an area code, A grid coordinate can be determined based on destination location information, such as an address, a GPS-determined position, or other reference to a specific physical location. The location identifier is combined with the location code to generate a location identifier, which can be encoded in a computer readable format and placed on items for use in a distribution network. The location identifier can be used to facilitate domestic or international distribution of items using a common format or addressing scheme. The domestic and foreign distribution networks read and interpret location identifiers in order to deliver items.
Systems and methods for handling a plurality items by using a sorter to receive items and obtain item information and delivery destinations from the items. A run manifest is generated having an item identifier and a destination for each of the plurality of items. The run manifest data is used in a routing module to generate dynamic routes for delivering the plurality of items, and generating a sequence identifier for each of the plurality of items according to the dynamically generated routes.
Systems, devices and methods for storage, delivery, receipt, and/or other handling of an item in an electronically controllable storage receptacle are disclosed. The disclosure provides features for keyless access to the storage receptacle by use of user access information, such as a PIN or bar code. Further, features are disclosed for receiving and/or transmitting data related to the recipient and the item to facilitate the various handling actions of the item.
G07F 17/12 - Appareils déclenchés par pièces de monnaie pour la location d'articles; Installations ou services déclenchés par pièces de monnaie pour moyens pour mettre en sûreté un bien momentanément abandonné, p.ex. en attachant ce bien comportant des récipients pouvant être verrouillés, p.ex. pour déposer des vêtements à nettoyer
G06Q 10/08 - Logistique, p.ex. entreposage, chargement ou distribution; Gestion d’inventaires ou de stocks
G07F 5/18 - Mécanismes actionnés par des pièces de monnaie; Verrouillages spécialement adaptés pour commander d'un même point plusieurs appareils déclenchés par des pièces de monnaie
G07F 11/00 - Appareils déclenchés par des pièces de monnaie pour distribuer ou délivrer d'une façon analogue, des articles d'une façon discontinue
This disclosure describes systems, methods and apparatus for finding and delivering a desired item, including unique or hard-to-find items. In one example, there is provided a method that includes receiving a request, to find the item and broadcasting the request. The method includes receiving responses to the broadcasted request, the responses indicating a finding of the item and including a bid to sell the item. The method includes providing purchase options for the item to a source of the request based on the received responses, and receiving, from the source of the request, a selection of a purchase option from among the purchase options provided to the source. The method includes providing instructions to a provider of the selected purchase option based on the recei ved selection.
Systems and methods for processing distribution items having unique identifiers affixed thereon. The unique identifiers can include computer readable codes and written alphanumeric strings generated by a user. A system receives the unique identifier and requests payment information from a user, and stores an association between the unique identifier and the payment information, and processes the item according to the payment information.
A system of mitigating force in a mechanical system, the system comprising a frame member (505), a first rail (510) connected to the frame member, a second rail (511) connected to the frame member and extending along the frame member in parallel to the first rail, an assembly movably engaging the first and second rails, and a first bracket (515) located between the first and second rails, with at least one first bracket attachment (520) secured to the frame member, the first bracket sharing an upper edge (405) with a lower edge (512) of the first rail, such that a downward force applied on the first rail is distributed to the first bracket and the frame member via the at least one first bracket attachment.
B23P 9/00 - Traitement ou finition mécanique des surfaces, avec ou sans calibrage, dans le but primordial de mieux résister à l'usure ou aux chocs, p.ex. traitement des aubes de turbines ou des paliers pour les rendre lisses ou rugueux; Caractéristiques, non prévues ailleurs, de telles surfaces lorsque leur traitement n'est pas précisé
Systems and methods of processing items. Items in a distribution network or process may be scanned at every handling point in the distribution network, and each scan is recorded in a central repository. The scan information can be used to generate real-time access to data, analytical tools, predictive tools, and tracking reports.
A system and method of generating customs documentation for the export of goods from a first country to a second country. A database populated with restrictions and/or prohibitions corresponding to thousands of goods is accessed via a computing device. A description and attributes of a good is received and an indicator for the good is determined. Prohibitions and/or restrictions corresponding to the good are presented via the device. A governmental fee for the good is determined.
Embodiments of a system and method for singulating articles in an automatic stack feeder are disclosed. The automatic stack feeder has a plurality of belts and at least one paddle, a vacuum powered singulation device and a sorting section. The automatic stack feeder receives a stack of flats from a container, moves the stack along the belts toward the vacuum powered singulation device, and the stack is singulated and sorted.
B07C 1/04 - Formation d'un courant à partir d'un chargement; Commande du courant, p.ex. espacement des objets
B65H 1/16 - Supports ou magasins pour les piles dans lesquelles on prélève des articles avec moyens pour faire avancer la pile en vue de présenter les articles à un dispositif d'enlèvement comportant des moyens pneumatiques ou hydrauliques
B65H 3/12 - Bandes, courroies ou tables aspirantes se déplaçant par rapport à la pile
Methods, systems and devices for item processing. The systems can include a PASS module that can include features that receive inputs relating to an item for processing and provide those inputs to other components and/or modules of a PASS system and/or of another system. The PASS system can include a variety of modules, including the PASS module, and can collect information and/or inputs from the variety of modules of the PASS system and use that information in item processing. The methods of item processing can use the PASS system and the PASS module to perform a variety of functions including, for example, revenue protection, sorting of items, task management, sampling and data collection, redirecting if enroute items, and personnel management.
A system and method of verifying the identity of a user or registrant. The user or registrant provides identification information and registration information. The identification information may be a visual representation of an identifying item associated with location information. In some embodiments, the identification information may be a visual representation of a government issued identity. An identification module verifies the identification information and compares the verified identification information to the registration information.
A system and method for generating a return label for merchandise being returned from a buyer or consumer in a first country to a merchant in a second country. A name and address of a consumer in the first country desiring to return merchandise and merchant or seller information including a merchant identifier is received. An address for receiving returns for the merchant or seller in the second country is accessed based on the merchant information. One or more machine readable identifiers for use by a first country carrier and for use by a second country carrier based at least on the consumer information, and information for routing the return merchandise are generated. A return label for merchandise being returned from the consumer to the merchant is generated. The return label can include the machine readable identifiers and a customs declaration for the merchandise.
A system and method for coordinating item delivery is disclosed. The system includes a control hub configured to receive item information, a dynamic routing system configured to provide routing instructions, and a handheld device configured to receive routing instructions. The control hub controls and coordinates receiving and transmitting item information, including pick-up and delivery schedules, and other item information.
A method and system for tracking the status of a label. The system can include a memory with a database. The database can include an indicator of the label status. The system can additionally include a processor that operates in accordance with instructions stored in the memory. The processor can receive a request to generate a label, update the first database with an identifier that indicates the existence of the label, receive a signal indicating that a service requested by the label has been provided, and update the identifier in the first database to indicate that the requested service has been provided.
G06K 9/00 - Méthodes ou dispositions pour la lecture ou la reconnaissance de caractères imprimés ou écrits ou pour la reconnaissance de formes, p.ex. d'empreintes digitales
66.
METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ITEM AUTHENTICATION AND CUSTOMIZATION
A method of illumating an item is disclosed. The method includes applying adhesive to the item, interspersing a taggant in the adhesive, illuminating the item with an excitation signal, sensing luminescence emitted by the taggant in response to illumination by the excitation signal, and determining the authenticity of the item based on the sensed emitted luminescence. The item can include any item benefited by authentication, and can include a postage stamp. A method of customizing an item is disclosed. This can include the steps of preparing a substrate, applying a security feature to the substrate, printing non-customized information on the substrate, receiving image information, and printing the image information on the substrate.
A system, apparatus, and method for use in delivery of items to and retrieval of items from a storage unit. The storage unit may include one or several storage receptacles and a control unit that controls and monitors the status of the one or several storage receptacles. The storage unit may be included in a storage unit system that may include one or several storage units and a central control unit. The central control unit may communicate with the one or several storage units, and may receive status and availability updates from the one or several storage units.
Systems, methods and apparatus are disclosed for providing content associated with an information item on a distribution item (8) using a computing device (14). In one aspect a method includes identifying an image of an information item on a distribution item (8). The method further includes processing, in a processor (2818) the image, to generate a data item determined by the information item. The method further includes decoding the data item to determine a set of attributes of the distribution item (8). The method further includes retrieving content associated with the distribution item (8) using at least one of the attributes in the set of attributes. The method further includes delivering content associated with the distribution item (8).
The technology disclosed provides a joint (50) for connecting carrier units (58,60) together so as to dissipate and absorb axial forces experienced by the carrier units. The joint (50) may be comprised of a joint housing (102) and an elastomeric insert (112). The housing (102) may be comprised of a body portion (114) and a head portion (103) and the head portion may include an annular flange (104) in which the elastomeric insert (112) is configured to be secured. The elastomeric joint (50) is capable of absorbing and dissipating horizontal, rotational, and vertical forces experienced by the carrier units (58,60) in non-linear travel along a track(56).
B65G 17/22 - Transporteurs comportant un élément de traction sans fin, p.ex. une chaîne transmettant le mouvement à une surface porteuse de charges continue ou sensiblement continue, ou à une série de porte-charges individuels; Transporteurs à chaîne sans fin dans lesquels des chaînes constituent la surface portant la charge les parties du transporteur se déplaçant en sens contraire, étant dans le même plan
B65G 47/96 - Dispositifs pour culbuter maillons ou plates-formes
A method, system, and computer program for processing records is disclosed. The records are associated with record sets. Record sets are associated with processor sets, which include one or more processors. Records are routed to associated processor sets for processing, based on the record set associated with the record. Records are processed on processors in the processor sets. Furthermore, various localized affinities can be established. Process affinity can link server processes with processor sets. Cache affinity can link database caches with processor sets. Data affinity can link incoming data to processor sets.
G05B 19/18 - Commande numérique (CN), c.à d. machines fonctionnant automatiquement, en particulier machines-outils, p.ex. dans un milieu de fabrication industriel, afin d'effectuer un positionnement, un mouvement ou des actions coordonnées au moyen de données d'u
71.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ANALYZING EQUIPMENT FAILURES AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
A computer implemented method may be used for analyzing equipment failures and maintenance schedules. An equipment maintenance system generates a model of equipment and components of each piece of equipment. In one embodiment, the model is a tree representation. The equipment maintenance system may then determine estimated failure information for each component based on a selected statistical model. The equipment maintenance system may also generate a maintenance schedule based on the determined estimated failure information for each component of the equipment. In one embodiment, the equipment maintenance system displays the equipment maintenance information.
Embodiments include systems and methods for updating a data store in a distributed data store system. In one embodiment, a previous version of a data store is compared to an updated version of the data store in order to create a transaction store. The transaction store may include a cryptographic hash indicative of the previous version of the data store and a cryptographic hash indicative of the updated version of the data store. The transaction store further indicates data differences between the previous and updated versions of the data stores. The transaction store may then be used to update data stores at other locations.
Methods and systems for evaluating an imager that produces bi-chrome images from a scanner or a digital imaging device, the bi-chrome images having pixels of a first and second color. In one embodiment, a method includes generating an image with a hand-held imaging device, the image having pixels of a first color and a second color, analyzing the image to determine information about particles of the first and second color contained in the image, each particle comprising contiguous pixels of the same color, the particle information comprising information on first and second color particle size and count, and determining if the image is unacceptable based on predetermined objective criteria and the particle information.
G06K 9/00 - Méthodes ou dispositions pour la lecture ou la reconnaissance de caractères imprimés ou écrits ou pour la reconnaissance de formes, p.ex. d'empreintes digitales
Embodiments of an envelope that is reusable and allows for efficient rerouting between intended recipients of the item in the envelope are disclosed. The envelope may be constructed of a durable material and may have various features that allow the envelope to be automatically sent via a carrier from one recipient to another. Thus, when a recipient of the item returns the envelope via the carrier, the envelope can be correctly processed and forwarded on to the next recipient with the same item, without the need of sending the item back to a return center or other entity. The term envelope generally includes envelopes, mailers and packages. Embodiments may include an envelope that facilitates multiple sorting and delivery cycles by the delivery service without the need for reconfiguration, repair, or replacement of the envelope.
B65D 27/06 - Enveloppes ou réceptacles flexibles similaires essentiellement rectangulaires, pour la poste ou d'autres emplois, dont la structure ne prévoit pas un contenu en épaisseur avec possibilité de réutilisation répétée
Embodiments include systems and methods of delivery DVDs, games, other electronically or computer readable media, or other high value items through the mail or via any other delivery service for return and redelivery to a second customer. For example, in one embodiment, items returned by a first customer are identified during processing of a container or mailer containing the item, the second customer is determined, a new address label is affixed to the container, and the item is delivered to the second customer.
Described herein is a system and device for singulating mail pieces during mail processing and sorting. A double inhibit mechanism, mounted opposite a feed belt assembly and having at least two degrees of freedom at its downstream end, can maintain contact with mail in the mail path while separating overlapping mail pieces and allowing only single pieces to pass thereby.
A diverter gate (100) generally includes a bracket (20) which connects to an actuator (40) and a flag (10) which releasably engages with the bracket (10) via cooperating engagement members. The cooperating engagement members may be symmetrical, and may comprise one or more tabs (206) and one or more corresponding receptacles (117). The tabs (206) may be dimensioned slightly larger than the receptacles (117) so as to create a positive interference fit. The bracket (20) and the flag (10) may include openings (212, 120) to receive a fastener (30) extending substantially across the length of the gate (100). Tightening the fastener (30) compresses the tab(s) (206) against the receptacle(s) (117) to result in a compression fit between the flag (10) and the bracket (20). The two-piece design allows the flag (10) to be easily removed and reversed or replaced, without disassembling or removing the bracket (20) or the actuator (40).
Systems, methods, and software determine whether a field of an input digital representation of information, such as the street name field in an address, is correct by quickly comparing the field to a list of valid choices for that field. The list of valid choices is generated based on information from the input digital representation, such as a character string. If an exact match is not found, a fuzzy match comparison determines the most closely matching valid choice. If a suitable fuzzy match is not found, then the input information is invalid. Otherwise, another field of the input information, such as the building number field of an address, is tested for validity. If the second field passes the validity check, then the fuzzy match (or exact match) for the field is valid. A fuzzy matching field may replace the input field, thereby correcting the input information.
G06F 7/00 - Procédés ou dispositions pour le traitement de données en agissant sur l'ordre ou le contenu des données maniées
G06F 17/00 - TRAITEMENT ÉLECTRIQUE DE DONNÉES NUMÉRIQUES Équipement ou méthodes de traitement de données ou de calcul numérique, spécialement adaptés à des fonctions spécifiques
Described herein is a method and instrumentation for cleaning up mercury spilled from broken fluorescent light bulbs. The method provides for the safe clean-up of the mercury spilled from four or fewer four-foot bulbs (or their equivalent) without the use of a respirator or other respiratory protection, while avoiding the expense associated with contracting an environmental remediation firm to perform the clean-up.
E02D 31/00 - Dispositions de protection pour les fondations ou ouvrages réalisés par des techniques de fondation; Mesures dans le cadre des techniques de fondation pour protéger le sol ou l'eau du sous-sol, p.ex. prévention ou neutralisation de la pollution par le pétrole
80.
SYSTEM AND METHOD OF IDENTIFYING SHIPPING ANOMALIES
Systems and method of identifying shipping anomalies are provided. One anomaly detection module is configured to access data related to items in a delivery environment and determine the occurrence of anomalies based on the accessed data. The detected anomalies are evaluated with other accessed data to identify source, destination or routing errors and to correct same.
A system, apparatus, and method for removing pressure adhesive indicia, such as labels or stamps, from their backing and affixing the same to a target substrate is provided. The automated process affixes stamps, for example, to the target substrate with both speed and precision of placement. Desired stamps can be selectively removed from a backing, for example, can be placed on variable locations upon the target substrate, and can be affixed in the desired orientation with precise spacing between stamps. The precision of affixation afforded by this system is commensurate with philatelic standards and is suitable for all pressure adhesive indicia where rapid and precise placement is desired for aesthetic or other reasons.
B29C 65/00 - Assemblage d'éléments préformés; Appareils à cet effet
B29C 65/48 - Assemblage d'éléments préformés; Appareils à cet effet en utilisant des adhésifs
B32B 37/10 - Procédés ou dispositifs pour la stratification, p.ex. par polymérisation ou par liaison à l'aide d'ultrasons caractérisés par la technique de pressage, p.ex. faisant usage de l'action directe du vide ou d'un fluide sous pression
B32B 37/12 - Procédés ou dispositifs pour la stratification, p.ex. par polymérisation ou par liaison à l'aide d'ultrasons caractérisés par l'usage d'adhésifs
B32B 37/22 - Procédés ou dispositifs pour la stratification, p.ex. par polymérisation ou par liaison à l'aide d'ultrasons caractérisés par les propriétés des couches toutes les couches existant et présentant une cohésion avant la stratification impliquant l'assemblage à la fois de couches individualisées et de couches continues
B32B 37/26 - Procédés ou dispositifs pour la stratification, p.ex. par polymérisation ou par liaison à l'aide d'ultrasons caractérisés par les propriétés des couches avec au moins une couche influençant la liaison au cours de la stratification, p.ex. couches anti-adhésives ou couches égalisatrices de la pression
B65C 9/14 - Enlèvement une par une des étiquettes des piles par le vide
B65C 9/18 - Alimentation en étiquettes à partir de bandes, p.ex. de rouleaux
B65C 9/44 - Commande d'alimentation en étiquettes par des moyens particuliers sensibles à des marques sur les étiquettes ou les objets
B65H 37/04 - Appareils délivrant des articles ou des bandes, comportant des dispositifs pour exécuter des opérations auxiliaires particulières pour fixer ensemble des articles ou des bandes, p.ex. par adhésifs, piqûre ou brochage
B29D 30/30 - Mise en place des couches; Guidage ou étirage des couches en cours d'application
B31F 5/04 - Assemblage de feuilles, de rubans ou de bandes; Renforcement des bords par emploi exclusivement d'adhésifs
B31F 5/06 - Assemblage de feuilles, de rubans ou de bandes; Renforcement des bords par ruban adhésif
B32B 37/28 - Procédés ou dispositifs pour la stratification, p.ex. par polymérisation ou par liaison à l'aide d'ultrasons impliquant l'assemblage de matériaux intermédiaires non plats qui sont aplatis à un stade ultérieur, p.ex. de tubes
G05G 15/04 - Dispositifs mécaniques pour déclencher un mouvement résultant automatiquement d'une cause appropriée dû à la distance ou à l'angle parcouru par l'organe
Systems and methods are provided for validating an address associated with a delivery item. In one embodiment, a computer-implemented method validates addresses associated with a delivery item. The method includes the steps of electronically receiving a data file from a sender, the data file comprising one or more addresses, and determining whether the addresses can be validated with a first weekly file comprising extended delivery codes and a second weekly file comprising delivery point verifications. The method may further include the steps of processing the data file using a database of addresses that are represented in neither the first weekly file nor the second weekly file, based on the determining step, updating the data file to indicate a status the addresses, and sending the updated data file back to the sender.
G06F 17/00 - TRAITEMENT ÉLECTRIQUE DE DONNÉES NUMÉRIQUES Équipement ou méthodes de traitement de données ou de calcul numérique, spécialement adaptés à des fonctions spécifiques
83.
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ELECTRONIC TRANSACTION VERIFICATION
A system and method for authenticating a physical address submitted in an online communication is disclosed. An online communication comprising a physical address to be verified is received. A verification identification (VID) is requested and received. A transaction verification document (TVD) comprising an indicia indicative of the VID is generated. An electronic copy of the TVD is transmitted. Verification data produced in response to dispatch of a physical embodiment of the TVD is received, wherein the physical embodiment is generated from the electronic copy. The physical address is authenticated based at least in part on the verification data.
Described herein is locking apparatus, method for making a locking apparatus, and method for mounting a locking apparatus to the door of a personal storage container. The locking apparatus may include a threaded portion having deformed threads and a lock body shape to fit a restrictive mounting hole.
Systems and methods of analyzing and identifying optimizations in transportation networks are provided. The methods include defining a scope of analysis in a transportation network based on a variety of factors including specified attributes of areas, routes, trips, and facilities. The transportation network may be further analyzed by defining facility groupings which group facilities by a selected level of tolerance, and consolidating trips among the facilities which have been grouped together.
An integrated document holder and RFID tag device (30) is disclosed herein. The document holder may take the form of a shipping envelope which is affixed to an item (10) and carries documents related to the item such as a packing list or shipping manifest. The device includes an RFID tag (20) integrated into the shipping envelope which allows both the RFID tag (20) and the shipping envelope to be affixed to the item (10) in a single labor effort.
B65D 27/00 - Enveloppes ou réceptacles flexibles similaires essentiellement rectangulaires, pour la poste ou d'autres emplois, dont la structure ne prévoit pas un contenu en épaisseur
B65D 75/54 - Cartes, coupons ou autres garnitures ou accessoires
B65D 27/06 - Enveloppes ou réceptacles flexibles similaires essentiellement rectangulaires, pour la poste ou d'autres emplois, dont la structure ne prévoit pas un contenu en épaisseur avec possibilité de réutilisation répétée
87.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TRACKING AND ASSESSING A SUPPLY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
An apparatus and method for processing data associated with a supply chain management process assessment of an entity. In one embodiment the method includes receiving data in response to a request for supply chain management system assessment information from a plurality of users associated with the supply chain management system, the response data characterizing supply chain process elements in a plurality of categories for the at least one portfolio, transforming the response data in accordance with a predetermined transformation to a corresponding numerical value for each element, and generating a graphical display of at least a portion of the transformed response data, the graphical display comprising the numerical values for at least one elements in at least category for the at least one portfolio.
Systems and methods of providing operational information in a first shipping facility at a first location which receives items from at least one second shipping facility which is at a second location. One embodiment is a method which includes collecting facility processing data representative of activities at the first shipping facility, collecting shipping data representative of activities at least one second shipping facility, the data based on items being shipped from the at least one second shipping facility to the first shipping facility, determining operational information from the facility processing data and the shipping data, the operational information relating to at least one aspect of processing items received at the first shipping facility, communicating at least a portion of the operational information to a wireless device at the first shipping facility, and displaying the operational information communicated to the wireless device on a user interface of the wireless device.
A system and method for intelligent data management enables the transport of items within a network by creating a first database defining a transport path of an item from an origin facility to a destination facility, and operations that affect the transport of items. In order to update the transport path and operations, a data management application receives changes. The application, and associated data storage device, includes user profile, table, network model and development model databases. Modules within the application manage users and data, implement ad hoc and holiday schedules, report errors, verify changes and create new databases to reflect the changes.
G06Q 50/00 - Systèmes ou procédés spécialement adaptés à un secteur particulier d’activité économique, p.ex. aux services d’utilité publique ou au tourisme
A centralized processing and management system includes mail processing equipment, a central server, and a client, all of which may communicate via a network. Performance and event information from the mail processing equipment may be received at the central server. The performance and event information may be monitored, stored, reported, and made available to the client. The client may provide relevant information to users via an input/output device, and users may provide instructions to the client. The client may provide the instructions to the central server and the mail processing equipment.
G06F 15/16 - Associations de plusieurs calculateurs numériques comportant chacun au moins une unité arithmétique, une unité programme et un registre, p.ex. pour le traitement simultané de plusieurs programmes
G06F 15/173 - Communication entre processeurs utilisant un réseau d'interconnexion, p.ex. matriciel, de réarrangement, pyramidal, en étoile ou ramifié
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SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CREATING ON-DEMAND ROUTES FOR POWERED INDUSTRIAL VEHICLES
Systems and methods for creating in a facility on-demand routes for powered industrial vehicles to transport cargo efficiently. In one embodiment, an on-demand route generation module receives receiving a request to move cargo. The module analyzes data about the current location, the current tasking, and the driver availability of PIVs in operation. Based on the information, the module creates an on-demand route through the facility and sends a notification to an assigned PIV to pick up the cargo and carry it on the defined on-demand route.
Systems and methods for managing powered industrial vehicles are provided. In one embodiment, the system includes an analyzer module configured to determine route data based on facility layout data. The system also includes a dispatch management module configured to receive a request to transport cargo from a first location to a second location in the warehouse, and a surface visibility module configured to track the cargo after it is transferred from the first location to the second location by receiving scanned barcode data from the cargo via a scanner connected to a wireless network.
Systems and methods for creating route for powered industrial vehicles are provided. In one embodiment, the system includes a route generation module configured to determine route data based on facility layout data and historical usage data. The system also includes a PIV equipped with various sensors and a user interface module configured to allow selective access to the operative components of the PIV.
Systems and methods for providing notification to box rental users regarding the arrival of mail to their box. In one implementation, the system comprises delivery item processing equipment for sorting and processing the delivery item. The system may also comprise optical equipment associated with the processing equipment for capturing information regarding the delivery item and a server to store the captured information. Further, the system may include a user interface to supply the captured information to the user upon receipt of a user request.
An interrogating and processing system (100) and method is described. In one embodiment, a wireless communication device (110) interrogates an information source, having a barcode or tag (125), and wirelessly transmits (140) data indicative of the information source. The interrogator (115) can be built into or adjunct to the wireless communication device. An automated processing subsystem (150) receives the transmitted data and identifies an item corresponding to the data. A fulfillment subsystem (260) effects delivery (270) of the item to a destination. In another embodiment, there is a coupon code scanning and processing system (600) and method. A wireless computing device (610) having an interrogator (615) reads a coupon code (625). An automated processing subsystem (650) receives the corresponding data and provides a benefit associated with the coupon. The benefit can be a discount on a product or service. Alternatively, at least a portion of the coupon including a code is displayed on a screen of the computing device for processing at a point of sale terminal.
Exemplary systems and methods eliminate a check or a remittance stub from a bill payment process, which may simplify the bill payment process for consumers, providers, and check processing systems. A delivery service provider receives a delivery item at a delivery processing center. It is determined that an account associated with the delivery item is designated for electronic payment. Contents of the delivery item are scanned, and converted into electronic data, which is made available to a biller.
Methods and systems are disclosed for processing mailpieces. Images of mailpieces processed by a first mail processsing device (fig. 6 element 606) and a second mail processing device (fig. 6 element 608) are captured. The images are stored in a coding system at a mai processing plant (fig. 6 element 602), and the images are sorted at the coding system according to characteristics of the images. The images are transmitted from the mail prcessing plant to a remote location (fig. 6 elements 602 and 604). An encoding center at the remote location processes the images to obtain mail processing data from the images (fig. 6 element 604). Mail processing data is transmitted from the encoding center to the mail processing plant, and the mail processing devices process the mailpieces using the m processing data from the encoding center. It is to be understood that both the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only and are not retrictive of the invention, as claimed.
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METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR LOAD BALANCING REMOTE IMAGE PROCESSING IN A UNIVERSAL CODING SYSTEM
Methods and systems are disclosed for processing mailpieces (fig. 7 element 700). Images of mailpieces processed by mail processing devices are captured. The images are stored in a coding system at a mail processing plant, and the images are sorted at the coding system according to configuration data. The images are transmitted from the mail processing plant to a remote location (fig. 7 element 704). The images are load balanced at an encoding center at the remote location (fig. 7 element 712). The encoding center processes the images to obtain mail processing data from the images. Mail processing data is transmitted from the encoding center to the mail processing plant, and the mail processing devices process the mailpieces using the mail processing data from the encoding center (fig. 7 element 716). It is to be understood that both the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only and are not restrictive of the invention, as claimed.
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METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR FIFO IMAGE PROCESSING IN A UNIVERSAL CODING SYSTEM
Methods and systems are disclosed for processing mailpieces (fig. 7 element 700). Images of mailpieces processed by a first mail processing device (fig. 7 element 706) and a second mail processing device are captured. The images are stored in a coding system at mail processing plant, and the images are sorted at the coding system according to time characteristics (fig. 7 element 708). The image are transmitted from the mail processing plant to a remote location. An encoding center at the remote location processes the images to obtain mail processing data from the images. Mail processing data is transmitted from the encoding center to the mail processing plant, and the mail processing devices process the mailpieces using the mail processing data from the encoding center (fig. 7 element 716). It is to be understood that both the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only and are not restrictive of the invention, as claimed.
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A freight transportation system and method includes a transportation vehicle configured to transport postal freight from loading stations to delivery stations. The postal freight includes customer mail and at least one of miscellaneous items and third-party items.
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