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| 1 | IEEE AEROSPACE AND ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS MAGAZINE. 14 (9): 27-32 SEP 1999 (Lind, 1999) | Delphi Delco Electronics Systems, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) | The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media | ▪ occurrence giving rise ≈ active matrix liquid crystal displays ▪ invoice information ≈ satellite video ▪ communication device, second communication device ≈ steering wheel | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2 | ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS FOR VEHICLES. 1415: 941-950 1998 (Lind, 1998) | No Affiliation | The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media | ▪ occurrence giving rise ≈ active matrix liquid crystal displays ▪ invoice information ≈ satellite video ▪ communication device, second communication device ≈ steering wheel | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3 | IEEE JOURNAL OF SOLID-STATE CIRCUITS. 35 (3): 401-411 MAR 2000 (Capozza, 2000) | The MITRE Corporation | A Single-chip Narrow-band Frequency-domain Excisor For A Global Positioning System (GPS) Receiver | ▪ sender information ≈ transform processor ▪ travel route information ≈ Global Positioning ▪ instruction information, delivery instruction information ≈ received signal ▪ packing slip information ≈ spectral energy | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 4 | ADVANCED MICROSYSTEMS FOR AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS 2000. : 181-203 2000 (Schwarte, 2000) | S-Tec GmbH | New Powerful Sensory Tool In Automotive Safety Systems Based On PMD-technology | ▪ receiver information ≈ electronic processing, spatial point ▪ destination information ≈ processing stages ▪ sensor monitors ≈ signal processing ▪ packing slip information ≈ large amount | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 5 | SENSORS, C31, INFORMATION, AND TRAINING TECHNOLOGIES FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT. 3577: 86-95 1999 (Pottie, 1999) | The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) | Wireless Integrated Network Sensors: Towards Low Cost And Robust Self-organizing Security Networks | ▪ sensor monitors ≈ signal processing ▪ invoice information ≈ security zone | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 6 | IEEE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON MULTIMEDIA COMPUTING AND SYSTEMS, PROCEEDINGS VOL 1. : 451-456 1999 (Liu, 1999) | National Tsing Hua University (Taiwan) | An Approximate String Matching Algorithm For Content-based Music Data Retrieval | ▪ shipment conveyance device, transportation temperature requirement ≈ fault tolerance ▪ invoice information, delivery time information ≈ data retrieval | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||
| 7 | UNATTENDED GROUND SENSOR TECHNOLOGIES AND APPLICATIONS. 3713: 229-237 1999 (Clare, 1999) | Rockwell International Corporation / Rockwell Science Center | Self-organizing Distributed Sensor Networks | ▪ sensor monitors ≈ signal processing ▪ input device ≈ sensor network | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 8 | SMART STRUCTURES AND MATERIALS 1999: SMART ELECTRONICS AND MEMS. 3673: 11-18 1999 (Asada, 1999) | The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) | Wireless Integrated Network Sensors (WINS) | ▪ invoice information ≈ recognition system ▪ sensor monitors ≈ signal processing | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 9 | UNATTENDED GROUND SENSOR TECHNOLOGIES AND APPLICATIONS. 3713: 257-268 1999 (Agre, 1999) | Rockwell International Corporation / Rockwell Science Center | Development Platform For Self-organizing Wireless Sensor Networks | ▪ sensor monitors ≈ Wireless Sensor Network, signal processing ▪ input device ≈ sensor network | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10 | CA2361514A1 (Anthony G. Creasy, 2000) | (Original Assignee) United Parcel Service Of America, Inc.; Anthony G. Creasy; Kurt L. Stadele; Mark R. Hilbush; Jane Sneeringer; David Michel; Christopher T. Schenken; Robert Gephart; John Yanikov; Lawrence Wight; Diane Minahan; Diane Lynn T. Rashbaum; Jim Deveney; Charles G. Orf; Phillip G. Lawson; Steve Yeung; Thomas Dorris; Mark Trowbridge (Deceased) (Current Assignee) United Parcel Service of America Inc | Internet package shipping systems and methods | ▪ second message ≈ reference number ▪ sensor monitors ≈ use information ▪ shipper information ≈ service area | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses communications preferences but does not explicitly also disclose item delivery parameters to transmit messages… ▪ discloses maintaining a database with at least one customer profile see esp… ▪ teaches wherein the controller is arranged to cause the home screen to be displayed whenever the home button is… ▪ teaches a transport vehicle capacity maximization logistics system and method including performing lot sizing… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11 | US6141608A (Paul J. Rother, 2000) | (Original Assignee) Snap On Inc (Current Assignee) Snap On Inc | System for dynamic diagnosis of apparatus operating conditions | ▪ invoice information ≈ user selection ▪ input device ≈ input device ▪ delivery message ≈ play list | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses the technical information management device of claim… ▪ discloses implementing a diagnostic functionality from a diagnostic scanner an oscilloscope and a gas analyzer… ▪ discloses A method for acquiring diagnostic feedback about problems with vehicles the method comprising… ▪ discloses the components further include a user input mechanism to select a best solution… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 12 | US6131096A (Mason Ng, 2000) | (Original Assignee) Good Technology Corp (Current Assignee) FB COMMERCIAL FINANCE Inc ; BlackBerry Ltd | System and method for updating a remote database in a network | ▪ shipping container ≈ medium storing program ▪ memory stores information ≈ readable storage ▪ sensor monitors ≈ memory stores | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 13 | US6161005A (Brian W. Pinzon, 2000) | (Original Assignee) PINDOME Inc (Current Assignee) Entry Systems LLC | Door locking/unlocking system utilizing direct and network communications | ▪ invoice information ≈ infrared transmitter ▪ sensor monitors ≈ receiving circuit, wireless signals ▪ destination information ≈ power source | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ teaches all electronic door locking mechanisms have in common a motor for causing a mechanical locking member to move… ▪ teaches a switching system comprising an electromechanical generator… ▪ teaches where the operator system arrangement includes speech recognition and where codes are transmitted from the… ▪ discloses all the limitations as previously discussed with respect to claim… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 14 | JPH11296581A (Tokuhiro Kimijima, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Hitachi Ltd; 株式会社日立製作所 | 電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法および貨物管理システム | ▪ shipment conveyance device, handling instruction information ≈ と共に前記 ▪ receiver information ≈ する情報 ▪ invoice information ≈ 前記車両 ▪ second communication, second communication device ≈ 情報内 ▪ communication device ≈ データ ▪ travel route information ≈ 経路内 ▪ memory stores information ≈ カード | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches the method of one of the preceding claims as described above… ▪ teaches a transport vehicle capacity maximization logistics system and method including splitting the source of the… ▪ discloses a method for a delivery change request for a package to be delivered to a consignee by a carrier the method… ▪ discloses that among the advantages of the present system are reduction in freight costs convenient order tracking to… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||
| 15 | US6148291A (Joseph E. Radican, 2000) | (Original Assignee) K and T of Lorain Ltd (Current Assignee) WIRELESS MEDIA INNOVATIONS LLC ; K and T of Lorain Ltd | Container and inventory monitoring methods and systems | ▪ shipping container ≈ shipping containers ▪ temperature requirement, transportation temperature requirement ≈ dwell time | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ teaches a container and inventory monitoring methods and systems wherein the RFID radio frequency identification tag… ▪ discloses receiving data indicating a user selected product wherein the selected product corresponds to one of the… ▪ teaches the use of tables in databases de nition of table senses… ▪ teaches receiving a load vehicle scan the load vehicle scan associating the container unique identifier with a vehicle… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 16 | US6151606A (Daniel J. Mendez, 2000) | (Original Assignee) Good Technology Corp (Current Assignee) FB COMMERCIAL FINANCE Inc ; BlackBerry Ltd | System and method for using a workspace data manager to access, manipulate and synchronize network data | ▪ shipping container ≈ medium storing program ▪ memory stores information ≈ readable storage ▪ shipper information ≈ provides access | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ teaches wherein upon going to the second level the traversal of the set of data elements includes determining if there… ▪ discloses an action plan based upon objectives and subobjectives… ▪ teaches further comprising receiving a command to abort the distributed transaction… ▪ teaches out the event instance is a DNS look request packet for a particular host name see col… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 17 | US5959577A (Rodric C. Fan, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Vectorlink Inc (Current Assignee) Trimble Inc ; Road Inc | Method and structure for distribution of travel information using network | ▪ inputting information ≈ wireless data communication ▪ receiver information ≈ wireless transmitter ▪ sender information ≈ said receiver ▪ destination information ≈ data source | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ teaches in an analogous art that A location reporting method as described in claim… ▪ teaches the location determination system can provide latitude and longitude data to within… ▪ teaches a threedimensional information display apparatus comprising a threedimensional map information processing… ▪ teaches a traveling businessman has a detailed list itinerary of places to visit on a trip… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 18 | US6028537A (Michael J. Suman, 2000) | (Original Assignee) Prince Corp USA (Current Assignee) Visteon Global Technologies Inc | Vehicle communication and remote control system | ▪ sender information, invoice information ≈ identification data, remote location ▪ second message, second communication ≈ received command, telephone calls | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches a system wherein the means for determining the location are incorporated into the device GPS module… ▪ teaches wherein the transmission device is operable to transmit the control signals at least twice col… ▪ discloses a method comprising accessing a location of the device the location determined from pseudo ranges between the… ▪ teaches detecting vehicle abnormal situation door being ajar prioritizing the abnormal condition via response center… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19 | US6023708A (Daniel J. Mendez, 2000) | (Original Assignee) Good Technology Corp (Current Assignee) FB COMMERCIAL FINANCE Inc ; Good Technology Corp | System and method for using a global translator to synchronize workspace elements across a network | ▪ shipping container ≈ medium storing program ▪ memory stores information ≈ readable storage | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ teaches that it defines a generic interface between interactive digital applications and the terminals on which those… ▪ discloses one or more interfaces to one or more communications channels that may include one or more interfaces to user… ▪ teaches generating for the client computer a portal representing the user interface the portal operating in… ▪ discloses wherein the digital rights information is a pointer to link a user to a property rights database… | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 20 | US5949345A (Richard D. Beckert, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Microsoft Corp (Current Assignee) Microsoft Technology Licensing LLC | Displaying computer information to a driver of a vehicle | ▪ memory stores information ≈ readable storage ▪ second communication, communication device ≈ second sensor | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches an onvehicle display apparatus comprising a controller capable of handling and processing different… ▪ discloses processing received output data based on whether attribute information associated with the output data satisfy… ▪ discloses it is well known in the art to have a method including determining the presence of more than one user and… ▪ teaches authored the author s organizational decisions subtitle chapter and menu decisions and lowlevel instructions… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 21 | US6084510A (Jerome H. Lemelson, 2000) | (Original Assignee) Lemelson; Jerome H.; Pedersen; Robert D. | Danger warning and emergency response system and method | ▪ sensor monitors ≈ transmitting information signals ▪ sender information ≈ control data transfer ▪ transportation temperature ≈ particular structure ▪ receiver information ≈ transmission signal, second transmitter ▪ instruction information, delivery instruction information ≈ received signal ▪ shipment conveyance device ≈ electronic data ▪ input device ≈ output signals ▪ apparatus stores information ≈ stored data | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches a reference distance is associated with the power of a signal that is based upon the power of the light that… ▪ discloses an emergency radio system that broadcasts at a plurality of radio frequencies… ▪ teaches the apparatus of integrating commercial satellite communication technology with military aircraft… ▪ teaches the limitations of the independent claims as discussed above… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||
| 22 | US6026376A (John A. Kenney, 2000) | (Original Assignee) Kenney; John A. (Current Assignee) Hanger Solutions LLC | Interactive electronic shopping system and method | ▪ second communication, second communication device ≈ include means ▪ receiver information ≈ actual image ▪ transportation temperature, temperature requirement ≈ other image | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses a food order and delivery system wherein the real time delivery time based at least in part on actual… ▪ teaches to provide alternatives to the customer if the criteria is not met column… ▪ discloses the general concept of brokering food orders over the… ▪ teaches a design element modifying tool configured to modify the design elements whereby the virtual reality shopping… | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 23 | US5963202A (Nathaniel Polish, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Instant Video Tech Inc (Current Assignee) RPX Corp | System and method for distributing and managing digital video information in a video distribution network | ▪ shipping container ≈ medium storing program ▪ second message ≈ controller stores ▪ memory stores information ≈ readable storage | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 24 | US5978648A (Tomy George, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Forte Systems Inc (Current Assignee) Forte Systems Inc | Interactive multimedia performance assessment system and process for use by students, educators and administrators | ▪ second message ≈ media components ▪ invoice information ≈ work station ▪ inputting information ≈ order r | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 25 | US6014569A (Joshua Bottum, 2000) | (Original Assignee) AT&T Corp (Current Assignee) AT&T Corp | Mobile interactive radio | ▪ origination information ≈ temporarily storing data ▪ receiver information ≈ wireless transmitter ▪ sender information ≈ said receiver | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses obtaining a user ID from a memory in the device in… ▪ discloses a method for operating a device in an automatic subscription system the method comprising receiving system… ▪ discloses a system wherein the first level of service restriction blocks the given communication service altogether… ▪ discloses substantially all the limitations but fails to specifically disclose a language pack storing at least one… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 26 | US6113493A (Jay S. Walker, 2000) | (Original Assignee) Walker Digital LLC (Current Assignee) International Game Technology | System and method for generating and executing insurance policies for gambling losses | ▪ delivery time information ≈ corresponding user ▪ memory stores information ≈ readable storage | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses a game system for providing insurance where players may purchase insurance with coins earned winnings or… ▪ teaches downloading an application from said external system col… ▪ discloses that displaying a visual indication of the more than one bonus to the player… ▪ teaches that the communication interface is configured to control play of a secondary game at said gaming machine and… | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 27 | US6009355A (Michael L. Obradovich, 1999) | (Original Assignee) American Calcar Inc (Current Assignee) American Calcar Inc | Multimedia information and control system for automobiles | ▪ occurrence giving rise ≈ current condition ▪ sensor monitors ≈ control element | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses a vehicle menu for displaying vehicle indicators and warnings about those indicators abstract… ▪ teaches a haptic feedback touch control to provide input to a computer wherein the touch control is a touch pad or… ▪ discloses an interface device that has touch screen is mounted on the dashboard of a vehicle as found in claim… ▪ teaches an active edge user interface which includes a force sensor… | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 28 | US5877707A (Thomas M. Kowalick, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Kowalick; Thomas M. (Current Assignee) KOWALICK THOMAS MICHAEL MR | GPS based seat belt monitoring system & method for using same | ▪ shipper information ≈ monitoring systems ▪ destination information ≈ light source | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches wherein the at least one strap passes through a groove positioned between a front wall and a back wall of the… ▪ teaches said right side camera including a front right side camera and a rear right side camera a right side camera… ▪ discloses a communications system comprising a voice detection subsystem receiving voice activity signals that include… ▪ teaches where the source of data comprises a radio signal broadcast paragraph… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 29 | US6018710A (Michael J. Wynblatt, 2000) | (Original Assignee) Siemens Corporate Research Inc (Current Assignee) Siemens Corp | Web-based interactive radio environment: WIRE | ▪ communication device, input device ≈ calculation means ▪ sensor monitors ≈ other parameters ▪ delivery message ≈ text content | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ describes a different descriptive material than the claim then the descriptive material is nonfunctional and will not be… ▪ discloses an apparatus system and method implementing a general purpose computer… ▪ teaches that it is old and well know to recommend a nearby venues based on manually inputted arbitrary location… ▪ teaches the system allows for adding to the contextspeci c grammars col… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 30 | US5816918A (Matthew F. Kelly, 1998) | (Original Assignee) RLT Acquisition Inc (Current Assignee) SG Gaming Inc | Prize redemption system for games | ▪ transportation temperature ≈ statistical information ▪ shipment conveyance device ≈ electronic data ▪ delivery time information ≈ desired amount ▪ memory stores information ≈ storage device ▪ input device ≈ input device | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches that the communication interface is configured to control play of a secondary game at said gaming machine and… ▪ discloses that displaying a visual indication of the more than one bonus to the player… ▪ discloses providing tournament information and prize in a display window see col… ▪ teaches one or more of said display devices of said plurality of gaming terminals are adapted to display one or more… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||
| 31 | US5938721A (William O. Dussell, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Trimble Inc (Current Assignee) Trimble Inc | Position based personal digital assistant | ▪ travel route information ≈ Global Positioning ▪ inputting information ≈ said position ▪ second communication ≈ more vehicle ▪ memory stores information ≈ audio system | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches a mobile computer system that receives positioning information when the information indicates that a mobile… ▪ discloses accounting for the distance between mobile and GPS receiver the separation distance D between the BTS and… ▪ teaches a method for creating and displaying annotations paragraph… ▪ teaches a scheduler and navigation unit preferably embodied in a personal digital assistant PDA which refers generally… | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 32 | US5974446A (Wes Sonnenreich, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Academy of Applied Science Inc (Current Assignee) Academy of Applied Science Inc | Internet based distance learning system for communicating between server and clients wherein clients communicate with each other or with teacher using different communication techniques via common user interface | ▪ invoice information ≈ user selection, such data ▪ apparatus stores information ≈ stored data | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches the method further comprising requesting the sender to indicate a priority level of the first message ie… ▪ discloses a system wherein said user interface comprises a paging button for indicating that a corresponding participant… ▪ discloses cascading said rst sub lter and at least one remainder sub lter to create at least part of said ensemble lter… ▪ teaches that the methods described therein could be applied to component model interfaces other than… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 33 | US5842199A (Bradley N. Miller, 1998) | (Original Assignee) University of Minnesota (Current Assignee) University of Minnesota | System, method and article of manufacture for using receiver operating curves to evaluate predictive utility | ▪ memory stores information ≈ storage device ▪ input device ≈ input device ▪ destination information, inputting information ≈ input means | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ teaches generating a rank value for each keyword the higher the rank value the top position the keyword will list and… ▪ discloses the method the system and the computer readable medium according to claim… ▪ teaches hen the user double clicks on the payment image in the… ▪ discloses a method for providing search results to a user further comprising generating a second subset of the first… | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 34 | US6016475A (Bradley N. Miller, 2000) | (Original Assignee) University of Minnesota (Current Assignee) MINNESOTA UNIVERSITY OF REGENTS OF ; University of Minnesota | System, method, and article of manufacture for generating implicit ratings based on receiver operating curves | ▪ memory stores information ≈ storage device ▪ destination information, inputting information ≈ input means | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches a method for retrieving information from a database that includes steps of targeting records that have… ▪ teaches identifying communities comprising any of peer groups and expert groups based on an information context ie… ▪ discloses targeting customers through certain channels previously prioritized by the customer in their preferences… ▪ teaches a method of supporting dynamic insertion of advertisements into a content stream delivered to a viewer through… | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 35 | US6108493A (Bradley N. Miller, 2000) | (Original Assignee) University of Minnesota (Current Assignee) REGENTS OF UNVIERSITY OF MINNESOTA ; University of Minnesota | System, method, and article of manufacture for utilizing implicit ratings in collaborative filters | ▪ memory stores information ≈ storage device ▪ input device ≈ input device ▪ destination information, inputting information ≈ input means | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches a system for accepting bids from advertisers to serve ads a search result is an ad to a searcher in a search… ▪ discloses wherein the data model includes a cohorts analysis metric operable to provide a flexible mechanism for… ▪ teaches wherein the data page comprises clustered index leaf pages… ▪ teaches generating a rank value for each keyword the higher the rank value the top position the keyword will list and… | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 36 | US5983161A (Jerome H. Lemelson, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Lemelson; Jerome H.; Pedersen; Robert D. | GPS vehicle collision avoidance warning and control system and method | ▪ second communication ≈ second communication ▪ payment instruction information ≈ determined direction ▪ invoice information ≈ said objects | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(a) | ▪ teaches a method for driver support where the driving situation is evaluated as a function of an identity of the… ▪ teaches where an obstacle detection system that is capable of automatically turning a wheel such as the system in… ▪ teaches wherein the received image data is mapped to location information… ▪ discloses it is noted that the system herein disclosed may be employed with suitable software as described above or with… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 37 | US6006159A (Kenneth J. Schmier, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Schmier; Kenneth J.; Freda; Paul (Current Assignee) Cubic Corp | Public transit vehicle arrival information system | ▪ shipper information ≈ transportation vehicle ▪ invoice information ≈ public transportation ▪ occurrence giving rise ≈ current condition ▪ delivery time information ≈ arrival times | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 38 | US5815093A (Dan Kikinis, 1998) | (Original Assignee) Lextron Systems Inc (Current Assignee) Lextron Systems Inc | Computerized vehicle log | ▪ travel route information ≈ Global Positioning ▪ shipper information, invoice information ≈ remote radio ▪ packing slip information ≈ image data | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses a video evidentiary documentation device for an automotive vehicle… ▪ discloses an image editing apparatus which edits continuous image data recorded on a recording medium the apparatus… ▪ discloses the sensors communicating data to detect anomalies or other data that indicates suspicion of theft or… ▪ teaches where the image display device includes a means for displaying a list wherein the list comprises an index of… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 39 | US5917405A (Raymond Anthony Joao, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Joao; Raymond Anthony (Current Assignee) JOAO CONTROL & MONITORING SYSTEMS LLC | Control apparatus and methods for vehicles | ▪ invoice information ≈ motor vehicle ▪ inputting information ≈ said position | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches mounting a radio receiving unit in a trunk lid or shaped adaptation for accumulating the radio receiver unit… ▪ teaches that as well as deferred control activation deactivation etc that when used in a vehicle his invention may… ▪ discloses that setting of such parameters may also be programmable by the operator via the transmitter or transceiver or… ▪ teaches a vehicle disabling system title that is taught as being useful for loan companies col… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 | US5929850A (Elliot Broadwin, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Thomson Consumer Electronics Inc; Sun Microsystems Inc (Current Assignee) OpenTV Inc ; Sun Microsystems Inc | Interactive television system and method having on-demand web-like navigational capabilities for displaying requested hyperlinked web-like still images associated with television content | ▪ invoice information ≈ first selection ▪ second communication, second communication device ≈ one second | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses that the cable headend s signal processor performs necessary encryption of signals in order to prepare the… ▪ discloses an electronic coupon system in which a user must decide which coupons they are interested in before… ▪ teaches display data displayable indicia are preassociated with commands at a service provider… ▪ teaches a method for allowing a user to access interactive program guide features on a display screen the method… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 41 | US5774876A (Louis A. Woolley, 1998) | (Original Assignee) Par Government Systems Corp (Current Assignee) Par Government Systems Corp | Managing assets with active electronic tags | ▪ sensor monitors ≈ communicate information ▪ transportation route ≈ transportation route ▪ delivery message ≈ absolute position ▪ invoice information, inputting information ≈ encryption code, location sensor ▪ destination information ≈ power source | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses a method of distributing data obtained from sensors adaptively attached to a shipping container comprising… ▪ discloses a system for managing assets with active electronic tags wherein different tags communicate with each other… ▪ discloses the enabling of the interrogation occurring within a set error tolerance of distance… ▪ teaches a measuring distance system wherein the timer ie switch causes the second IR transmitter to periodically… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| 42 | US5727950A (Donald A. Cook, 1998) | (Original Assignee) Netsage Corp (Current Assignee) Netsage Corp ; Convergys Customer Management Group Inc | Agent based instruction system and method | ▪ inputting information ≈ outputting step ▪ second message ≈ more method | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches at least two levels of sophistication of the help information basic level and intermediate level… ▪ teaches a method for establishing a collaborative training session as recited in claim… ▪ discloses receiving the background music through radio transmissions it is apparent that the student would be able to… ▪ discloses wherein the instructions further comprise instructions that when executed by a processor cause the processor… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 43 | US5845283A (Dale L. Williams, 1998) | (Original Assignee) Lingua Teq Inc (Current Assignee) Lingua Teq Inc ; Sonus Networks Inc | Method and apparatus for rationalizing different data formats in a data management system | ▪ destination information ≈ respective output ▪ invoice information ≈ holding data | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses that the search results are presented as hyperlinks which allows the user to link to the search result… ▪ teaches that specifying as part of reporting the violation the fragments comprises highlighting the matching fragments… ▪ teaches providing a link from the matching fragments highlighted on the screen to the message containing the matching… ▪ discloses wherein the plurality of separate and disparate data sources includes at least one of a grant data source a… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 44 | US5862500A (Joel G. Goodwin, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Tera Tech Inc (Current Assignee) Tera Tech Inc | Apparatus and method for recording motor vehicle travel information | ▪ memory stores information ≈ storage device ▪ invoice information ≈ motor vehicle ▪ destination information, inputting information ≈ input means | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) | ▪ discloses a system to track and log the distance traveled by a vehicle during a trip and other expenditures related to… ▪ teaches wherein said circuitry calculates the apportionment of said amount of tax according to different taxing… ▪ teaches printing displayed information via a printer coupled to the television system… | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 45 | US5594740A (Christoph K. LaDue, 1997) | (Original Assignee) Axion Logistics Corp (Current Assignee) Axion Logistics Corp ; Aeris Communications Inc | Wireless communications application specific enabling method and apparatus | ▪ inputting information ≈ wireless data communication ▪ destination information ≈ data source | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses the data source being a user or knowledge based system… ▪ discloses a method for using cellular triangulation location to determine the location of a personal location device… ▪ teaches receiving the queued message upon entering the wireless network if the mobile computer was outside of the… ▪ discloses the plurality of objects is cards or cellular telephones or personal digital assistants PDAs or mobile radio… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 46 | US5694335A (Dennis D. Hollenberg, 1997) | (Original Assignee) Hollenberg; Dennis D. | Secure personal applications network | ▪ shipper information ≈ provides access ▪ destination information ≈ power source | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses network of websites using the location coordinates in that a GPS device generates a list of business in the… ▪ teaches the use of the public telephone network through the cellular phone… ▪ discloses system for monitoring controlling and reporting vehicle operation through onboard diagnostic port using… ▪ discloses an information providing apparatus according to claim… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 47 | US5751245A (James M. Janky, 1998) | (Original Assignee) Trimble Inc (Current Assignee) Trimble Inc | Vehicle route and schedule exception reporting system | ▪ transportation temperature ≈ mobile communication ▪ invoice information ≈ telephone system | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) | ▪ teaches regulating comprising basing the regulation in part on a determination of whether at least one of a vehicle is… ▪ teaches assigning the positions by default according to an order defined by a first in first out policy paragraph… ▪ teaches monitoring a vehicle s route and schedule to enable modifications to the route or schedule if warranted col… ▪ discloses a data communication channel through the computing device the data communication channel linking a first… | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 48 | US6167432A (Barclay Ruiqing Jiang, 2000) | (Original Assignee) Webex Communications Inc (Current Assignee) Cisco Technology Inc ; Webex Inc ; FLS Acquisition Corp | Method for creating peer-to-peer connections over an interconnected network to facilitate conferencing among users | ▪ contains information ≈ first remote ▪ transportation temperature ≈ more set | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses wherein the control endpoint comprises a PC PDA or IP phone endpoint col… ▪ discloses an arrangement for providing collaborative control of multimedia material replicated on a plurality of… ▪ teaches a computerreadable medium having computerexecutable instructions for presenting and managing a meeting… ▪ teaches a selection of network devices subwindow for selecting from a plurality of network devices… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 49 | US5845227A (Thomas D. Peterson, 1998) | (Original Assignee) Peterson; Thomas D. | Method and apparatus for providing shortest elapsed time route and tracking information to users | ▪ travel route information ≈ Global Positioning ▪ delivery time information ≈ respective users ▪ transportation temperature ≈ time variation ▪ temperature requirement ≈ video receiver ▪ shipper information ≈ one location | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches a system for collecting and providing traffic data regarding a zone see… ▪ discloses a system for communicating with a wireless information device comprising the steps I receiving an information… ▪ discloses the interactive navigation system according to claim… ▪ teaches a network server that receives data from a plurality of mobile devices wherein the rate at which the network… | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 50 | US5845203A (Christoph Karl LaDue, 1998) | (Original Assignee) Aertis Communications (Current Assignee) Aertis Communications ; Aeris Communications Inc | Remote access application messaging wireless method | ▪ transportation temperature ≈ mobile communication ▪ origination information ≈ call origination | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches prompting the called party for one or more repeat attempts… ▪ teaches the invention substantially as claimed and described in claims… ▪ teaches the mobile phone having a program that can provide telemetry data to a remote site but is silent on the… ▪ teaches a method for transmitting messages in a telecommunications network including a text message service and a… | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 51 | US5732074A (Charles W. Spaur, 1998) | (Original Assignee) Cellport Labs Inc (Current Assignee) CellPort Systems Inc | Mobile portable wireless communication system | ▪ processor processes information ≈ control protocol ▪ invoice information ≈ data memory | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses a system which transmits messages from a of different platforms email messages may be sent over the internet… ▪ teaches claimed invention substantially as claimed however… ▪ discloses a wireless system which includes a of terminals which communicate with a base station column… ▪ teaches connecting the portable access device to a public switched telephone network PSTN when a communication link… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 52 | US5999808A (Christoph Karl LaDue, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Aeris Communications Inc (Current Assignee) Aeris Communications Inc | Wireless gaming method | ▪ transportation temperature ≈ mobile communication ▪ origination information ≈ call origination | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses the ability to choose either DCCH or CDPD as the bearer service to be used… ▪ teaches the use of a handheld computer for communication with the wageringgaming system with a built in screen capable… ▪ teaches the above mentioned horse race waging system but does not disclose the use of a wireless application protocol… ▪ teaches that it is well known in the art to incorporate the use of multiple USB devices by a computer section… | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 53 | US5719771A (James C. Buck, 1998) | (Original Assignee) AMSC Subsidiary Corp (Current Assignee) ATC Technologies LLC ; CSX Transportation Inc | System for mapping occurrences of conditions in a transport route | ▪ second communication ≈ second communication ▪ transportation temperature ≈ mobile communication ▪ occurrence giving rise ≈ intended destination ▪ invoice information ≈ management system, telephone system ▪ input device ≈ input device ▪ destination information ≈ data source | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses the claimed method of supplying a sputter target assembly… ▪ discloses testing the properties of concrete mix using various combinations of sensors including accelerometer… ▪ discloses the limitations as shown in the rejection of claim… ▪ teaches providing a systems and methods for tagging physical locations and sharing the tag information with others… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 54 | US5794164A (Richard D. Beckert, 1998) | (Original Assignee) Microsoft Corp (Current Assignee) Microsoft Technology Licensing LLC | Vehicle computer system | ▪ input device ≈ player device, input device ▪ destination information ≈ power source | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses wherein the first portion of the electronic system includes an audio transmission circuit… ▪ discloses the seizing of a second channel in the case of failure of a first channel… ▪ teaches that the decrypting the digest associated with the software component using a public key column… ▪ discloses a display panel with a plurality of connections to external input devices see… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 55 | US5884032A (Thomas Howard Bateman, 1999) | (Original Assignee) New Brunswick Telephone Co Ltd (Current Assignee) New Brunswick Telephone Co Ltd ; Pragmatus Telecom LLC | System for coordinating communications via customer contact channel changing system using call centre for setting up the call between customer and an available help agent | ▪ shipper information ≈ customer premises ▪ invoice information ≈ specified times | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ teaches a service provider comprising a financial institution… ▪ teaches sending a notification to an IP address corresponding to a destination… ▪ teaches a method and apparatus for dynamic and interdependent processing of inbound calls and outbound calls wherein a… ▪ teaches that the call back request includes customer indicia a time to call back and a message wherein the message may… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 56 | US5712789A (Joseph E. Radican, 1998) | (Original Assignee) K&T Ltd (Current Assignee) WIRELESS MEDIA INNOVATIONS LLC | Container monitoring system and method | ▪ shipping container ≈ shipping containers ▪ processor processes information ≈ monitoring system | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses all the elements of the claimed invention but fails to explicitly disclose wherein the RFID radio frequency… ▪ discloses receiving data indicating a user selected product wherein the selected product corresponds to one of the… ▪ teaches the use of tables in databases de nition of table senses… ▪ teaches a system where the customers order entry is routed to a human order scheduler for assignment of a targeted… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 57 | US5640002A (Jonathan Paul Ruppert, 1997) | (Original Assignee) SCAN-EM CORP (Current Assignee) RUPPERT JONATHAN P | Portable RF ID tag and barcode reader | ▪ invoice information, packing slip information ≈ control operations, DC output ▪ delivery time information ≈ card slot | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses an electronic shopping cart display system comprising a plurality of display units having a display screen… ▪ teaches that prior art advertising systems are very complex and time and labor intensive… ▪ discloses transceiver units for sending productspecific promotions… ▪ teaches that shopping is difficult and inconvenient when making comprehensive lists and when price comparing large of… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 58 | US5508736A (Roger D. Cooper, 1996) | (Original Assignee) Cooper; Roger D. | Video signal processing apparatus for producing a composite signal for simultaneous display of data and video information | ▪ sensor monitors ≈ signal processing ▪ sender information ≈ receiver means ▪ invoice information ≈ own base | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) | ▪ describes as above except for speci cally teaching wherein the image data signal source is in the form of a navigation… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 59 | US5734963A (Brendan T. Fitzgerald, 1998) | (Original Assignee) Flash Comm Inc (Current Assignee) HYSKY TECHNOLOGIES Inc | Remote initiated messaging apparatus and method in a two way wireless data communications network | ▪ receiver information ≈ other communication systems ▪ inputting information ≈ wireless data communication, radio signals ▪ map information ≈ respective location | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ teaches that a priority alert signal is a regular call waiting tone column… ▪ discloses a transmission capability determining step of determining radio parameters for a content based on at least… ▪ discloses a wireless system including a plurality of wireless base stations and a positioning server each of said… ▪ teaches different group codes for different groups classes column… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 60 | US5758313A (Mukesh Chamanlal Shah, 1998) | (Original Assignee) Mobile Information Systems Inc (Current Assignee) Mobile Information Systems Inc ; Telematics Corp | Method and apparatus for tracking vehicle location | ▪ instruction information, payment instruction information ≈ data acquisition device ▪ destination information ≈ destination information ▪ shipper information, shipping container ≈ transportation vehicle, shipping container ▪ temperature requirement ≈ frequency range ▪ sensor monitors ≈ historical data ▪ delivery message ≈ said time | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses the claimed aspect wherein screen divides into a plurality of regions or multiple screens each having data for… ▪ teaches the motivation of identifying modified cells for use in a code… ▪ teaches a procedure that generates a sequence of approximate solutions the prior art further teaches scoring ad… ▪ teaches a reservation system in which digitally displayed bar codes may be used in conjunction with portable… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 61 | US5606361A (John Davidsohn, 1997) | (Original Assignee) Davidsohn; John; Cinotti; Anthony (Current Assignee) VISUAL INTERACTIVE PHONE CONCEPTS Inc | Videophone interactive mailbox facility system and method of processing information | ▪ inputting information ≈ monitor screen ▪ invoice information ≈ work station | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses all of the elements of the claimed invention but fails to explicitly disclose the standard processing unit and… ▪ discloses wherein a transparent graphic is displayed to indicate to the user a particular message col… ▪ discloses a method and apparatus for facilitating and controlling a buyer driven market where prospective buyers of… ▪ discloses signaling the solicitor that a contract cannot be formed col… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 62 | US5721829A (Matthew W. Dunn, 1998) | (Original Assignee) Microsoft Corp (Current Assignee) Microsoft Technology Licensing LLC | System for automatic pause/resume of content delivered on a channel in response to switching to and from that channel and resuming so that a portion of the content is repeated | ▪ origination information, packing slip information ≈ associated content ▪ second communication device ≈ interactive system ▪ memory stores information ≈ program data | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches all the claim limitations as stated above except the step of allocating predetermined storage limits for the… ▪ discloses a method for using an interactive television application that is implemented on user equipment such as that… ▪ discloses teach the server wherein the operatively translating includes suspending temporal movement of a schedule… ▪ teaches a content provider that provides content in response to an interactive callback address column… | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 63 | US5544649A (Daniel David, 1996) | (Original Assignee) Cardiomedix Inc (Current Assignee) Cardiomedix Inc | Ambulatory patient health monitoring techniques utilizing interactive visual communication | ▪ receiver information ≈ transmission signal ▪ second communication device ≈ interactive system ▪ destination information, invoice information ≈ remote location | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses a wearable device donned by a dermatologist to diagnose patients see paragraphs… ▪ discloses substantial features of the claimed invention as discussed above with respect to claim… ▪ discloses wherein the step of collecting diagnostic information comprises positioning the wearable device over a portion… ▪ discloses a mobile platform with a camera that captures an image and a monitor… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 64 | US5838683A (Robert David Corley, 1998) | (Original Assignee) Selsius Systems Inc (Current Assignee) Cisco Technology Inc ; Cisco Systems Inc | Distributed interactive multimedia system architecture | ▪ delivery message ≈ transmission delays ▪ receiver information, processor processes information ≈ processing element ▪ instruction information, delivery instruction information ≈ intermediate data ▪ travel route information, transportation route ≈ shortest path ▪ destination information ≈ said path | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches combine a broadband wireless network that comprises a… ▪ discloses in a similar field a method and apparatus for delivering an uninterruptible power supply to different power… ▪ discloses a media gateway to distribute network services and content to a residence… ▪ teaches a system and method that covers substantially all limitations of the parent claim… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| 65 | US5801943A (Robert E. Nasburg, 1998) | (Original Assignee) Condition Monitoring Systems (Current Assignee) CONDITION MONITORING SYSTEMS OF AMERICA Inc ; Condition Monitoring Systems | Traffic surveillance and simulation apparatus | ▪ shipment conveyance device ≈ predetermined spacing ▪ second communication, communication device ≈ second sensor | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ teaches a traffic providing system wherein a vehicle transmits the position speed information to a remote server… ▪ teaches the invention substantially as claimed wherein PAGE… ▪ teaches wherein the control module is integrated with GPS column… ▪ teaches a method for determining potential delays along a route of travel of a vehicle comprising in part transmitting… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||
| 66 | US5553609A (Yaobin Chen, 1996) | (Original Assignee) Indiana University Foundation; Visiting Nurse Service Inc (Current Assignee) Indiana University Research and Technology Corp | Intelligent remote visual monitoring system for home health care service | ▪ delivery time information ≈ health maintenance ▪ processor processes information ≈ monitoring system ▪ input device ≈ command signal | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses a system for monitoring patient health by facilitating communications between the patient and a health… ▪ teaches a method wherein the historic database comprises historic data on previous patients column… ▪ discloses a multimedia database system for recording an episode of care… ▪ discloses essential features of the invention substantially as claimed but fail to disclose the robot system and the… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 67 | US5572438A (Gregory A. Ehlers, 1996) | (Original Assignee) TECO Energy Management Services (Current Assignee) ELUTIONS Inc ; TECO Energy Management Services | Engery management and building automation system | ▪ instruction information, handling instruction information ≈ executing instructions ▪ invoice information ≈ predetermined times ▪ shipper information ≈ customer premises ▪ sensor monitors ≈ historical data | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses an energy management and building automation system including a local area network or home automation data bus… ▪ teaches wherein the processor is further responsive to executable computer instructions for determining if the first… ▪ teaches a system for raterelated control of electrical loads including a menu and button driven graphical user… ▪ discloses the price is provided using a payment schedule that depends upon a designated date associated with power used… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 68 | US5903226A (Michael J. Suman, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Prince Corp USA (Current Assignee) Gentex Corp ; Johnson Controls Technology Co | Trainable RF system for remotely controlling household appliances | ▪ receiver information ≈ remote control transmitter, frequency signals ▪ input device, shipper information ≈ output signals, remote radio ▪ sender information ≈ said receiver | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ teaches a tuned electrically small antenna whereby a microprocessor receives a new frequency to be used looks up in a… ▪ discloses a radio antenna tuning circuit based on a phase detector to compare the phase of the signal established in the… ▪ discloses a trainable transceiver including a dynamically tunable antenna… ▪ teaches of an intelligent transmitter receiver system wherein said bandwidth extension switching circuit is comprised… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 69 | US5568535A (Eliezer A. Sheffer, 1996) | (Original Assignee) Trackmobile LLC (Current Assignee) Trackmobile LLC | Alarm system for enclosed area | ▪ sensor monitors ≈ transmitting wireless signals, signal processing means ▪ sender information ≈ receiver means ▪ communication device ≈ sensor output ▪ origination information, delivery instruction information ≈ said sensors ▪ packing slip information ≈ normal mode ▪ instruction information ≈ ASCII data | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses a system for locating and communicating with mobile vehicles… ▪ teaches the emergency noti cation system as set forth in claim… ▪ discloses wherein a remote unit is a cellular telephone can utilize GPS technology to determine the location of the unit… ▪ discloses the mobile phone wherein the detector comprises a microphone… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 70 | US5594425A (David L. Ladner, 1997) | (Original Assignee) Peoplenet Inc (Current Assignee) Peoplenet Inc | Locator device | ▪ second message ≈ controller stores ▪ input device ≈ input device | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches a method and system for locating missing vehicles abstract… ▪ teaches of using a clientserver architecture in airports to capture engine data relating to the takeoff of a plurality… ▪ teaches a user operable device for generating the activation message in figure… ▪ teaches a method comprising digitally and wirelessly eg SMS transmit an advertisement to a portable wireless… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 71 | US5515043A (Alfredo J. Berard, 1996) | (Original Assignee) Berard; Alfredo J.; Mentzer; James L.; Nixon; David C. | Cellular/GPS system for vehicle tracking | ▪ destination information, invoice information ≈ remote location ▪ inputting information ≈ said position | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ teaches of a clientserver system using multiple servers for navigation and database purposes column… ▪ discloses using a sound transducer for acknowledge signals g… ▪ teaches that said managing and controlling includes controlling an audio portion of said audiovisual signals so that… ▪ teaches storing said at least one captured image at the consumer handheld communication device… | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 72 | US5430432A (Elie Camhi, 1995) | (Original Assignee) Camhi; Elie; Kamhi; Lawrence S. | Automotive warning and recording system | ▪ sensor monitors ≈ communicate information ▪ receiver information ≈ signal transmitter ▪ second communication, second communication device ≈ include means ▪ invoice information ≈ motor vehicle ▪ origination information, delivery instruction information ≈ said sensors | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses wherein determining a speed limit from a plurality of speed limits is based at least in part upon heading… ▪ teaches wherein the at least one program area includes all of vehicle maintenance driver education and driving… ▪ describes transmitting position and vector information on a periodic basis… ▪ teaches that insurance quotes can be obtained from insurance companies and the user can request coverage based on one… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 73 | US5553094A (Dennis F. Johnson, 1996) | (Original Assignee) Iris Systems Inc (Current Assignee) Itron Inc | Radio communication network for remote data generating stations | ▪ occurrence giving rise ≈ communications signals ▪ map information ≈ electricity meters ▪ second message, second communication ≈ received command ▪ shipper information ≈ acoustic sensors ▪ contains information ≈ light emitting ▪ input device ≈ light beam ▪ communication device ≈ gas meter | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches a system of collecting data from utility meters such as power meters ie is in the same art as… ▪ discloses a system and a method for emergency notification that combines the incorporates the RDSRDBS capability of… ▪ discloses a wireless monitoring system wherein the detected data or information is transmitted to a receiver and the at… ▪ teaches electronic circuitry including a controller and a battery said controller is configured for monitoring an… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||
| 74 | US5624265A (Peter M. Redford, 1997) | (Original Assignee) TV Interactive Data Corp (Current Assignee) TV Interactive Data Corp | Printed publication remote contol for accessing interactive media | ▪ receiver information ≈ signal transmitter ▪ contains information ≈ light emitting ▪ shipping container ≈ local storage ▪ origination information ≈ input line | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches the librarian creates an object in the meta database and stores information in the meta database along with… ▪ teaches a catalog of products with each selection including a video recording of the product the title such as title… ▪ discloses a system that displays a randomly selected commercial that is stored in a storage media on a monitor… ▪ discloses a facsimile system ie communication system comprising a communication device including an accessing unit… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||
| 75 | US5543789A (David A. Behr, 1996) | (Original Assignee) Shields Enterprises Inc (Current Assignee) Here Global BV | Computerized navigation system | ▪ invoice information, destination information ≈ first transmission means, calculating means ▪ second message ≈ second message ▪ input device ≈ input device | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses a system for communicating with a wireless information device comprising the steps I receiving an information… ▪ teaches distribution of software code using encryption techniques so that the software can only be used by the… ▪ discloses the interactive navigation system according to claim… ▪ discloses wherein information is transmittedreceived between the wireless base station and the antenna through an… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 76 | US5731785A (Jerome H. Lemelson, 1998) | (Original Assignee) Lemelson; Jerome H.; Pedersen; Robert | System and method for locating objects including an inhibiting feature | ▪ destination information, map information ≈ calculated location ▪ sender information ≈ said receiver ▪ invoice information ≈ motor vehicle ▪ origination information ≈ input line | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses an intercom system where intercom system information server awaits a connection request such as TCPIP because… ▪ teaches of a method of operating a telecommunication system with a least one remote server… ▪ teaches the integrated video surveillance system as set forth in claim… ▪ teaches that it is known to have crew members in the cabin of an aircraft in ight activate ie choose and press a… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 77 | US5497419A (Brian R. Hill, 1996) | (Original Assignee) Prima Facie Inc (Current Assignee) MOBIUS ACQUISITION HOLDINGS LLC ; Progress Bank | Method and apparatus for recording sensor data | ▪ sensor monitors ≈ signal processing ▪ sender information ≈ containing data | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses a system for recording a video image the system is mounted in a vehicle and captures the video image that is… ▪ discloses that data logger comprising interconnected function blocks located within a common housing wherein the… ▪ teaches employing a key port receiving a key chip with a key installed thereon fig… ▪ teaches a reproduction apparatus includes a reproduction function wherein a recording section records reproduction… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 78 | US5510828A (R. Steven Lutterbach, 1996) | (Original Assignee) Lutterbach; R. Steven; Smith; Frederick; Zapf; Peter J. | Interactive video display system | ▪ second message ≈ selected frequency ▪ receiver information ≈ radio transmitter ▪ sender information ≈ said receiver ▪ input device ≈ input device | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses a method of generating realtime ratings eg generating most popular shows most often viewed program or ranking… ▪ teaches multiple search criteria mood type categorygenre actor time year preference and standard rating that can be… ▪ discloses that signals are transmitted and that video signals and program control signals PG information are received at… ▪ discloses a system for distributing television data clearly teaches at least some of said computers are configured to… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 79 | US5515285A (Charles N. Garrett, 1996) | (Original Assignee) Car Trace Inc (Current Assignee) Car Trace Inc | System for monitoring vehicles during a crisis situation | ▪ inputting information, destination information ≈ radio signals, input means ▪ invoice information, processor processes information ≈ pass signal | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 80 | US5510832A (Baxter J. Garcia, 1996) | (Original Assignee) Medi Vision Tech Inc (Current Assignee) DENISE RICH | Synthesized stereoscopic imaging system and method | ▪ invoice information ≈ infrared transmitter ▪ delivery message ≈ said time | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 81 | US5734413A (John P. Lappington, 1998) | (Original Assignee) Thomson Multimedia SA (Current Assignee) OpenTV Inc ; Zing Systems LP | Transaction based interactive television system | ▪ invoice information ≈ infrared transmitter ▪ delivery time information ≈ same time interval, same time period ▪ sender information ≈ said receiver ▪ delivery message ≈ timing means, said time ▪ packing slip information, map information ≈ series data ▪ communication device ≈ same one | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches an application unloading stage that can be activated by a service signal broadcast media switch signal in the… ▪ discloses the transmittingreceptiondisplay of video and captioned data to include discussion between users to off the… ▪ teaches that the service signal activating the unloading of an application is comprised of a synchronization pulse… ▪ teaches the audience response and communication system according to claim… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 82 | US5557254A (Sam Johnson, 1996) | (Original Assignee) Mobile Security Communications Inc (Current Assignee) IFLEET Inc | Programmable vehicle monitoring and security system having multiple access verification devices | ▪ processor processes information ≈ monitoring system ▪ invoice information ≈ telephone system, work station ▪ inputting information ≈ said position | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches mounting a radio receiving unit in a trunk lid or shaped adaptation for accumulating the radio receiver unit… ▪ discloses a control system and method for a vehicle in which signals for activating deactivating enabling and disabling… ▪ teaches the maintenance menu comprises an item to modify input delete or save at least one of a sales volume of a… ▪ discloses an analogous art vehicle tracking and security system with position determining that comprises an… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 83 | US5412660A (David T. Chen, 1995) | (Original Assignee) Trimble Inc (Current Assignee) Trimble Inc | ISDN-to-ISDN communication via satellite microwave radio frequency communications link | ▪ second communication ≈ second communication ▪ communication device ≈ exchanging data | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses A method for preventing IP address from unexpected dispersion when using pointtopoint protocol… ▪ discloses limiting times of successful PPP LCP negotiation in PPP LCP negotiation phase… ▪ discloses that if a subchannel is not immediately available for a request a pacing state maybe entered in which the… ▪ discloses wherein the first database is connected to portability management systems of the wired or wireless… | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 84 | US5528281A (John Grady, 1996) | (Original Assignee) Bell Atlantic Network Services Inc (Current Assignee) Verizon Patent and Licensing Inc | Method and system for accessing multimedia data over public switched telephone network | ▪ transportation temperature ≈ magnetic storage ▪ invoice information ≈ work station ▪ memory stores information ≈ program data | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses a method for selectively accomplishing electronic communication between members of plural groups including at… ▪ teaches index server system on extracting index data at col… ▪ teaches a system that communicates with the server through a telephone system ADSL and PSTN systems col… ▪ teaches receiving the requested one or more additional information objects includes receiving an information object… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 85 | GB2279478A (Ian Paul Downing Hunter, 1995) | (Original Assignee) Ian Paul Downing Hunter; Christopher Frank Will Coombes; Henry Bennett | Vehicle security | ▪ transportation temperature ≈ mobile communication ▪ travel route information ≈ position fix | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 86 | US5441047A (Daniel David, 1995) | (Original Assignee) David; Daniel; David; Zipora | Ambulatory patient health monitoring techniques utilizing interactive visual communication | ▪ shipment conveyance device ≈ vertical orientation ▪ receiver information ≈ transmission signal ▪ second communication device ≈ interactive system ▪ processor processes information ≈ monitoring system | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses accessing a patient database using the identification information to obtain patient medical history… ▪ discloses wherein the step of collecting diagnostic information comprises positioning the wearable device over a portion… ▪ teaches wherein said microprocessor based unit includes a web browser and a modem U paragraphs… ▪ discloses substantial features of the claimed invention as discussed above with respect to claim… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||
| 87 | US5406491A (David J. Lima, 1995) | (Original Assignee) Trimble Inc (Current Assignee) Trimble Inc | Navigational system for trip routing | ▪ contains information ≈ contains information ▪ receiver information ≈ signal transmitter ▪ shipper information ≈ one location ▪ map information ≈ second route ▪ second communication, second communication device ≈ one second | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) | ▪ teaches d determining a deviation for a combination that includes a control point and a… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 88 | US5587715A (Peter T. Lewis, 1996) | (Original Assignee) GPS Mobile Inc (Current Assignee) MOBYTEL Inc | Method and apparatus for tracking a moving object | ▪ packing slip information ≈ first differential ▪ invoice information ≈ calculating means, selected vehicle ▪ sensor monitors ≈ monitoring unit ▪ travel route information ≈ displayed map ▪ inputting information ≈ radio signals ▪ second communication ≈ more vehicle ▪ shipper information ≈ given subset | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches all the particulars of the claim except a function identi er associated with the digital image received by the… ▪ teaches in an analogous art that the wireless device of claim… ▪ teaches of using a clientserver architecture in airports to capture engine data relating to the takeoff of a plurality… ▪ teaches these limitations by teaching of how data packets can be routed to one target aircraft by transmitting the… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 89 | US5412708A (Ronald A. Katz, 1995) | (Original Assignee) Katz; Ronald A. (Current Assignee) Telebuyer LLC | Videophone system for scrutiny monitoring with computer control | ▪ handling instruction information, inputting information ≈ interrupt signals ▪ destination information, invoice information ≈ remote location ▪ receiver information ≈ sensor unit | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ teaches terminating the result of the call the call after predetermined of rings… ▪ discloses retrieving at least a callback telephone associated with a scheduled callback… ▪ teaches a method for permitting a user to conduct a charged transaction utilizing a charge terminal of an electronic… ▪ discloses a monitoring node remote from the N surveillance node a network through which the N surveillance nodes and the… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 90 | US5317323A (Joseph P. Kennedy, 1994) | (Original Assignee) E Systems Inc (Current Assignee) Allen Telecom LLC | Passive high accuracy geolocation system and method | ▪ travel route information ≈ Global Positioning ▪ invoice information ≈ calculating means ▪ instruction information, delivery instruction information ≈ received signal ▪ sender information ≈ said receiver ▪ inputting information ≈ radio signals, said position | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ teaches the openloop diversity mode further comprises use of a beam forming antenna see… ▪ discloses mobile radio standards selected from the group consisting of GSM EDGE… ▪ discloses use of interpolators in a system for transmission of variable rate digital data… ▪ teaches the location of the mobile WCD is determined in the wireless network infrastructure see… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 91 | US5479206A (Hitoshi Ueno, 1995) | (Original Assignee) Fuji Photo Film Co Ltd (Current Assignee) Fujifilm Corp | Imaging system, electronic camera, computer system for controlling said electronic camera, and methods of controlling same | ▪ transportation temperature, transportation temperature requirement ≈ external storage device ▪ memory stores information ≈ remaining capacity ▪ sender information ≈ containing data | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses all elements per claimed invention as explained above… ▪ teaches adjusting white balance values on a display via varying manipulation of adjustable scrollbars as well as… ▪ discloses a system wherein an ancillary data module downloads a special instruction file that corresponds to a selected… ▪ teaches the mobile phone or portable PC according to claim… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 92 | US5418537A (David G. Bird, 1995) | (Original Assignee) Trimble Inc (Current Assignee) Trimble Inc | Location of missing vehicles | ▪ sensor monitors ≈ communicate information ▪ receiver information ≈ signal transmitter ▪ input device ≈ output signals ▪ sender information ≈ said receiver ▪ communication device ≈ sensor output ▪ temperature requirement ≈ N signals | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches of in which the mobile unit detection means includes a magnetic eld generating section for generating a… ▪ teaches that GPS receivers can determine latitude a longitude altitude and a direction… ▪ discloses the sampling of multipath signal at least twice the chip rate… ▪ discloses transmit power on reverse link transmission is controlled to minimize interference to other users in the… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| 93 | US5442553A (Louis C. Parrillo, 1995) | (Original Assignee) Motorola Solutions Inc (Current Assignee) Motorola Solutions Inc | Wireless motor vehicle diagnostic and software upgrade system | ▪ instruction information, delivery instruction information ≈ received signal ▪ invoice information ≈ motor vehicle | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ teaches a remote station carrying software upgrades for a vehicle… ▪ teaches a system and method for monitoring a vehicle comprising an accelerometer unit capable of monitoring vehicle… ▪ discloses using the information to make subsequent model years less likely to break down col… ▪ discloses displaying the reputation on a display in the vehicle FIG… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 94 | US5218367A (Eliezer A. Sheffer, 1993) | (Original Assignee) Trackmobile LLC (Current Assignee) COMCAST INVESTMENT HOLDINGS Inc ; COMCAST TM Inc | Vehicle tracking system | ▪ sensor monitors ≈ signal processing means ▪ receiver information ≈ transmitter unit ▪ instruction information, delivery instruction information ≈ received signal, said sensors ▪ inputting information ≈ radio signals | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches the emergency notification system as set forth in claim… ▪ discloses wherein a GPS system can be implemented to perform location tracking of mobile vehicles and the location can… ▪ discloses a tracking system and method with cell phone and determination of closest marker by signal strength to… ▪ teaches the transmission unit of a transmitter broadcasts the respective location information on a substantially… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 95 | US5310349A (Dan B. Daniels, 1994) | (Original Assignee) Jostens Learning Corp (Current Assignee) COMPASSLEARNING Inc | Instructional management system | ▪ invoice information ≈ management system ▪ destination information, inputting information ≈ input means | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) | ▪ discloses an interactive multimedia system for enabling students teachers… ▪ teaches a method for computer based education including downloading a lesson engine to the workstation a part of the… ▪ teaches a system including a database of coursework items including a set of two or more active tutorial items col… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 96 | US5253275A (Paul Yurt, 1993) | (Original Assignee) H LEE BROWNE D/B/A GREENWICH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES (Current Assignee) GREENWICH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES LLC ; H LEE BROWNE D/B/A GREENWICH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES | Audio and video transmission and receiving system | ▪ invoice information ≈ unique identification code ▪ destination information ≈ source material | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches an inputoutput lO queue unit which queues the information to transmit the data to the image display apparatus… ▪ teaches receiving a request event from a client for an application amount a plurality of applications and the host… ▪ teaches corresponding code and data structures to execute the invention… ▪ discloses a method of digital video program reproduction within defined premises… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 97 | US5334974A (James R. Simms, 1994) | (Original Assignee) SIMMS INDUSTRIES Inc A CORP OF MARYLAND (Current Assignee) Simms Security Corp | Personal security system | ▪ communication device ≈ communication device ▪ invoice information ≈ selected vehicle ▪ memory stores information ≈ storage device ▪ second communication ≈ mobile entity ▪ inputting information ≈ said position | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches a method for providing protection against theft and loss of a vehicle… ▪ discloses a control system and method for a vehicle in which signals for activating deactivating enabling and disabling… ▪ discloses the onvehicle communication system according to claim… ▪ discloses a system where the vehicle operation datamonitoring device can be activated by a vehicle operator andor… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 98 | GB2263376A (Leslie Keith Davies, 1993) | (Original Assignee) Leslie Keith Davies | Vehicle monitoring equipment | ▪ invoice information ≈ management system, such data ▪ processor processes information ≈ monitoring system ▪ delivery instruction information ≈ reception means ▪ apparatus stores information ≈ stored data | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 99 | US5315711A (Stan T. Barone, 1994) | (Original Assignee) Unisys Corp (Current Assignee) Unisys Corp | Method and apparatus for remotely and centrally controlling a plurality of host processors | ▪ sensor monitors ≈ providing user ▪ destination information, inputting information ≈ input means | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses the PC and TV signal can be displayed in a PIP format preferably when an embedded address is available for… ▪ teaches the invention substantially as claimed as noted above… ▪ teaches a method and computer system wherein the computer wireless transceiver and the monitor wireless transceiver… ▪ teaches wherein the complementary information comprises at least one encoded video coefficient and wherein a… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 100 | US5164839A (Richard A. Lang, 1992) | (Original Assignee) Explore Tech Inc (Current Assignee) Burst com Inc ; Explore Tech Inc | Method for handling audio/video source information | ▪ transportation temperature ≈ magnetic storage ▪ temperature requirement ≈ disk drive ▪ delivery message ≈ said time | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches commercial data residing in the synchronization packet that establishes an ending time for the commercial time… ▪ teaches a recording medium removable from the image forming apparatus without disassembling any other portion of the… ▪ discloses the memory comprises a combination of volatile RAM and nonvolatile memory see gure… ▪ discloses the received audio data is digitized and has been compressed see gure… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 101 | US5247347A (Larry A. Litteral, 1993) | (Original Assignee) Verizon Services Corp (Current Assignee) Verizon Patent and Licensing Inc | Pstn architecture for video-on-demand services | ▪ invoice information ≈ management system ▪ shipper information ≈ customer premises ▪ input device ≈ command signal, output signals ▪ second message ≈ second un | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches the desirability of providing text communications email between terminals col… ▪ teaches index server system on extracting index data at col… ▪ teaches resuming presentation of the motion video presentation responsive to a second user input col… ▪ teaches a video on demand service platform that is transmitted over public switched telephone network PSTN by using an… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 102 | US5225842A (Alison K. Brown, 1993) | (Original Assignee) NAVSYS Corp (Current Assignee) NAVSYS Corp | Vehicle tracking system employing global positioning system (gps) satellites | ▪ sensor monitors ≈ signal processing ▪ inputting information, destination information ≈ said position, input means | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ teaches of using a clientserver architecture in airports to capture engine data relating to the takeoff of a plurality… ▪ discloses a situational awareness system that provides collision avoidance… ▪ discloses an underwater apparatus modulator demodulator for transmitting and receiving high rate data and voice… ▪ teaches these limitations by teaching of one client aircraft transmitting telemetry data to a server gure… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 103 | US5195126A (Brian Carrier, 1993) | (Original Assignee) Bell Atlantic Network Services Inc (Current Assignee) Verizon Patent and Licensing Inc | Emergency alert and security apparatus and method | ▪ memory stores information ≈ data storage capacity ▪ input device ≈ first switch means ▪ receiver information ≈ radio transmitter ▪ sender information ≈ receiver means, said receiver | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses a security method and system with monitoring and control over a wireless LAN home network and cellular phone… ▪ teaches the third interface is configured to supply sensor data as a function of a of spatial points see eg… ▪ teaches deliver a prerecorded message to one or more predetermined… ▪ discloses an emergency alert and security apparatus and method… | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 104 | US5144661A (Robert Shamosh, 1992) | (Original Assignee) Robert Shamosh; Berlent Harvey N (Current Assignee) VATSCO Inc | Security protection system and method | ▪ sensor monitors ≈ physical movement ▪ destination information, invoice information ≈ remote location | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ teaches a portable alarm system which has the capability of initiating a telephone call to a security monitor station… ▪ teaches wherein the framework server responds to a selected user input with respect to an item displayed in one of the… ▪ discloses that it is well known in the art to capture and transmit images upon the activation of a trigger… ▪ teaches wherein said aircraft interface means comprises data concentrator means for converting a plurality of said… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 105 | US5208756A (Han L. Song, 1993) | (Original Assignee) Song Han L | Vehicle locating and navigating system | ▪ invoice information ≈ second determining, calculating means ▪ handling instruction information ≈ first calculating | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses computing proximity eg distance between a mobile and a base station based signal attenuation which essential… ▪ discloses wherein the RL transmission control information comprises a transmission power level of the WAN RL signal the… ▪ teaches of a clientserver system using multiple servers for navigation and database purposes column… ▪ discloses the controlling of operating mode but fails to disclose balancing requirements for position information and… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 106 | US5155689A (Larry C. Wortham, 1992) | (Original Assignee) By Word Tech Inc (Current Assignee) IRON OAKS TECHNOLOGIES LLC | Vehicle locating and communicating method and apparatus | ▪ instruction information, delivery instruction information ≈ received signal ▪ destination information, invoice information ≈ remote location ▪ travel route information ≈ displayed map ▪ apparatus stores information ≈ stored data | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses data messaging in a communications network using a feature request… ▪ teaches determining location based on distance and velocity eg average speed a long an anticipated route see at least… ▪ teaches wherein at least one packet comprising information about the location replaces at least one speech or data… ▪ teaches transmitting position data automatically but is silent on accepting requests for position data AND… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 107 | US5132992A (Paul Yurt, 1992) | (Original Assignee) BROWNE H LEE D/B/A GREENWICH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES (Current Assignee) GREENWICH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES LLC | Audio and video transmission and receiving system | ▪ invoice information ≈ unique identification code ▪ instruction information, delivery instruction information ≈ received signal ▪ destination information, inputting information ≈ source material, input means ▪ sender information ≈ input receiver, receiver means ▪ memory stores information ≈ storage device ▪ communication device, second communication device ≈ voltage level | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches an inputoutput lO queue unit which queues the information to transmit the data to the image display apparatus… ▪ discloses that signals are transmitted and that video signals and program control signals PG information are received at… ▪ teaches corresponding code and data structures to execute the invention… ▪ teaches receiving a request event from a client for an application amount a plurality of applications and the host… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 108 | US5138649A (Harold M. Krisbergh, 1992) | (Original Assignee) Arris Technology Inc (Current Assignee) Arris Technology Inc | Portable telephone handset with remote control | ▪ second communication ≈ second communication ▪ invoice information ≈ infrared transmitter ▪ receiver information ≈ second transmitter, first transmitter ▪ sensor monitors, input device ≈ signal converter ▪ sender information ≈ receiver means | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ describes a particular user interface that includes an array of button and also different bitmap images for the button… ▪ discloses digital cordless telephone with remote control feature… ▪ teaches receiving graphical user interfaces from a target device… ▪ teaches that it is well known in the art that a first storage device is a mobile storage device… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 109 | US5097253A (Eugene A. Eschbach, 1992) | (Original Assignee) Battelle Memorial Institute Inc (Current Assignee) Battelle Memorial Institute Inc | Electronic security device | ▪ communication device, second communication device ≈ voltage level ▪ delivery message ≈ said time ▪ message containing information ≈ when one | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses that the connectors between the identifier and the recognition system can have other configurations not shown… ▪ discloses all the limitations of the claimed invention as mentioned in claim… ▪ discloses that the item includes indicia for comparism with a secret designating authenticity col… ▪ teaches that it is known to make cuts in a web of RFID material by die cutting perforating laser cutting or other… | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 110 | US5157491A (L. Samuel A. Kassatly, 1992) | (Original Assignee) Kassatly L Samuel A | Method and apparatus for video broadcasting and teleconferencing | ▪ instruction information, delivery instruction information ≈ received signal, reception means ▪ input device ≈ output signals ▪ inputting information ≈ color signal | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches storing said plurality of videos at a video storage device figure… ▪ teaches the method involves transmitting the control signal via a channel which is separate from the at least two… ▪ teaches at least a first type of information is identical column… ▪ teaches this aspect so that plural node sites can operate at different clock rates and to communicate with each other… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 111 | US5061916A (Jonathan C. French, 1991) | (Original Assignee) Barber Colman Co (Current Assignee) Bankers Trust Co ; Schneider Electric Buildings LLC | Event driven remote graphical reporting of building automation system parameters | ▪ invoice information ≈ predetermined times, specified times ▪ sensor monitors ≈ system parameters ▪ second communication, second communication device ≈ include means ▪ message containing information ≈ when one | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses a diagnostic method for a home appliance diagnostic system the method comprising receiving a sound signal… ▪ teaches wherein the data from the energy supply and delivery system and the data from the one or more building… ▪ teaches a mobile terminal wherein the memory is further capable of storing a plurality of codes the plurality of codes… ▪ describes sending a message identifying when suggested programs would be scheduled to be recorded… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 112 | US5081667A (Ze'Ev Drori, 1992) | (Original Assignee) CLIFFORD ELECTRONICS Inc (Current Assignee) DEI Headquaters Inc | System for integrating a cellular telephone with a vehicle security system | ▪ memory stores information ≈ communication destination ▪ second message, second communication ≈ telephone calls ▪ input device ≈ output signals ▪ inputting information, destination information ≈ said position, input means ▪ delivery message ≈ said time | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses vehicle security system having wireless function programming capability… ▪ discloses the instant claimed invention except for the processor decodes the composition… ▪ teaches an audio alarm that operates in any language or combination of languages… ▪ teaches the memory device include a code for starting the vehicle col… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 113 | US5027104A (Donald J. Reid, 1991) | (Original Assignee) American Nucleonics Corp | Vehicle security device | ▪ receiver information ≈ second transmitter, first transmitter ▪ shipment conveyance device ≈ security device ▪ second communication, communication device ≈ second sensor | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ teaches the vehicle event data recorder and antitheft alarm system as claimed in claim… ▪ teaches wherein the current use information further comprises outsideofthecar image information obtained by capturing… ▪ teaches that it is known to have crew members in the cabin of an aircraft in ight activate ie choose and press a… ▪ teaches where a program operates during emergencies where a silent or audible alarm is activated and by means of a… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||
| 114 | US4959713A (Noriaki Morotomi, 1990) | (Original Assignee) Panasonic Corp (Current Assignee) Panasonic Corp | Home automation system | ▪ receiver information ≈ radio transmitter ▪ inputting information ≈ interface unit ▪ shipper information ≈ TV signal | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches the content transmission device according to claim… ▪ discloses the above missing limitations see at least paragraphs… ▪ discloses a lager of local channels can be implemented if desire see col… ▪ teaches of wherein the parental level determining section further determines the boundary for the reproduction device… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 115 | US5025253A (Joseph V. DiLullo, 1991) | (Original Assignee) Secura Corp (Current Assignee) Qualcomm Inc | System and method for remotely monitoring the connect/disconnect status of a multiple part vehicle | ▪ processor processes information ≈ monitoring system ▪ destination information, invoice information ≈ remote location, power source ▪ inputting information ≈ interface unit ▪ delivery time information ≈ counter means ▪ second communication, second communication device ≈ one second | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses collection of vehicle operation data that may include driving behavior metrics eg acceleration braking… ▪ discloses a transmitter that provides data indicative of the connectdisconnect status of the vehicle to a central… ▪ teaches performing validation at the local user s device and transmitting only the validation message to the central… ▪ teaches a method comprising digitally and wirelessly eg SMS transmit an advertisement to a portable wireless… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 116 | US5084828A (Stephen B. Kaufman, 1992) | (Original Assignee) HealthTech Services Corp (Current Assignee) HealthTech Services Corp | Interactive medication delivery system | ▪ apparatus stores information ≈ external output ▪ delivery message ≈ timing means | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses the following limitation o the central processor periodically compares the parameter values to the acceptable… ▪ teaches a fan which is capable of operating at slow rotation and full rotation ie capable of operating at a plurality… ▪ teaches at the title a device which is responsive to the physical environment of the patient… ▪ teaches a system and method for freeing a pet from a portable holding cage… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 117 | US4988992A (Carl T. Heitschel, 1991) | (Original Assignee) Chamberlain Group Inc (Current Assignee) Chamberlain Group Inc | System for establishing a code and controlling operation of equipment | ▪ receiver information ≈ frequency signals ▪ shipment conveyance device ≈ security device ▪ sender information ≈ said receiver | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches a switching system comprising an electromechanical generator… ▪ teaches a program button operative with said controller a memory device associated with said controller and wherein… ▪ teaches a wideband receiver and the receiver is tuned to a desired frequency col… ▪ discloses maximum allowable power level to based upon the duty cycle of the transmitted signal mandated by FCC… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||
| 118 | US5003317A (Donald R. Gray, 1991) | (Original Assignee) METS Inc (Current Assignee) METS Inc 10585 N MERIDIAN STREET INDIANAPOLIS IN A CORP OF INDIANA ; METS Inc | Stolen vehicle recovery system | ▪ map information ≈ dynamic position ▪ instruction information, delivery instruction information ≈ received signal ▪ transportation temperature ≈ time variation ▪ input device ≈ command signal | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses wherein said down converter comprises an oscillator for generating an oscillator signal comprising a plurality… ▪ discloses computing proximity eg distance between a mobile and a base station based signal attenuation which essential… ▪ discloses a frequency hopped signal system in which a wide band and narrow band receiver uses a… ▪ teaches wherein writing of a second of a plurality of messages may be initiated before completion of the writing of a… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 119 | US5057932A (Richard A. Lang, 1991) | (Original Assignee) Explore Tech Inc (Current Assignee) Burst com Inc ; Explore Tech Inc | Audio/video transceiver apparatus including compression means, random access storage means, and microwave transceiver means | ▪ message containing information ≈ transceiver apparatus ▪ destination information, inputting information ≈ input means ▪ delivery message ≈ said time | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches commercial data residing in the synchronization packet that establishes an ending time for the commercial time… ▪ teaches a recording medium removable from the image forming apparatus without disassembling any other portion of the… ▪ discloses the memory comprises a combination of volatile RAM and nonvolatile memory see gure… ▪ discloses the received audio data is digitized and has been compressed see gure… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 120 | US5002491A (A. Louis Abrahamson, 1991) | (Original Assignee) COMTEK (Current Assignee) BETTER EDUCATION Inc | Electronic classroom system enabling interactive self-paced learning | ▪ inputting information, destination information ≈ inputting information, input means ▪ transportation temperature ≈ electromagnetic wave ▪ delivery message ≈ said time | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches that plurality of voicesgesturesmotions can be used in the tutoring system help information see col… ▪ teaches a software module executed at the teacher workstation creating a teacher workbook that allows a teacher to… ▪ teaches a computer readable medium including instructions operable to associate a learning activity with at least one… ▪ teaches the features of the grade summary including the name of the assignment a description of the assignment a grade… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 121 | US4908629A (Sheldon P. Apsell, 1990) | (Original Assignee) Lo Jack Corp (Current Assignee) Lojack Operating Co LP ; Lo Jack Corp | Apparatus for locating and/or tracking stolen or missing vehicles and the like | ▪ invoice information ≈ selected vehicle ▪ map information ≈ carrying vehicle ▪ input device ≈ command signal | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses A vehicle locating unit with proof of life functionality comprising an internal receiver which receives a… ▪ discloses a GPS receiver in a vehicle for position determination… ▪ discloses all the limitations of claim except an electronic tracking apparatus… ▪ discloses communication to and from the external network of communication towers g… | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 122 | US4897642A (Joseph V. DiLullo, 1990) | (Original Assignee) Secura Corp (Current Assignee) Qualcomm Inc | Vehicle status monitor and management system employing satellite communication | ▪ processor processes information ≈ monitoring system ▪ inputting information ≈ interface unit ▪ delivery time information ≈ counter means | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses collection of vehicle operation data that may include driving behavior metrics eg acceleration braking… ▪ discloses a transmitter that provides data indicative of the connectdisconnect status of the vehicle to a central… ▪ teaches performing validation at the local user s device and transmitting only the validation message to the central… ▪ teaches a method comprising digitally and wirelessly eg SMS transmit an advertisement to a portable wireless… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 123 | US4785472A (Arthur Shapiro, 1988) | (Original Assignee) Stevens Institute of Technology (Current Assignee) Stevens Institute of Technology | Remote teaching system | ▪ delivery instruction information ≈ video signal input ▪ temperature requirement, second communication device ≈ executing programs ▪ destination information, inputting information ≈ input means ▪ processor processes information ≈ disk player | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches that plurality of voicesgesturesmotions can be used in the tutoring system help information see col… ▪ teaches a software module executed at the teacher workstation creating a teacher workbook that allows a teacher to… ▪ teaches a computer readable medium including instructions operable to associate a learning activity with at least one… ▪ teaches the features of the grade summary including the name of the assignment a description of the assignment a grade… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 124 | CA1277400C (Uri Rapoport, 1990) | (Original Assignee) ADVANCED STRATEGIES, INC. (Current Assignee) ADVANCED STRATEGIES Inc | Anti-theft and locating system | ▪ transportation temperature ≈ storage section ▪ sender information ≈ receiver means ▪ delivery message ≈ timing means | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches storing a vehicle location and determining when the location has exceeded a predetermined distance and sending… ▪ teaches that the bus allows interfacing throughout the vehicle in figure… ▪ teaches a method comprising digitally and wirelessly eg SMS transmit an advertisement to a portable wireless… ▪ discloses wherein the visual display has a first LED indication type illuminates the MESSAGE RECEIVED LED see col… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 125 | US4831539A (Leroy G. Hagenbuch, 1989) | (Original Assignee) Hagenbuch Roy George Le | Apparatus and method for locating a vehicle in a working area and for the on-board measuring of parameters indicative of vehicle performance | ▪ invoice information, destination information ≈ infrared transmitter, selected vehicle ▪ sensor monitors ≈ historical data ▪ second communication, communication device ≈ second sensor | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches reading at the customer location an identifier associated with a waste container transmitting wirelessly the… ▪ teaches an apparatus and method responsive to the on board measuring of haulage parameters ABS of a vehicle having a… ▪ teaches a computer program product encoded in non transitory computer readable medium said computer program product… ▪ teaches a loaded weight measuring method and system for a dump truck comprising a timer a timer for measuring col… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 126 | US4837798A (Roberta S. Cohen, 1989) | (Original Assignee) American Telephone and Telegraph Co Inc; AT&T Information Systems Inc (Current Assignee) Nokia Bell Labs ; AT&T Corp ; Avaya Technology LLC | Communication system having unified messaging | ▪ sender information ≈ message sender ▪ second communication ≈ one message | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ teaches all of that which is discussed above with regards to claim… ▪ teaches wherein the lowlevel descriptor language is extensible markup language XML column… ▪ teaches a method of transmitting a message in a personal information terminal capable of transmitting a plurality of… ▪ discloses that many SIP response codes are identical to the corresponding HTTP… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 127 | US4818998A (Sheldon P. Apsell, 1989) | (Original Assignee) Lo Jack Corp (Current Assignee) LO-JACK Corp 85 EAST INDIA ROW BOSTON ; Silicon Valley Bank Inc ; Lojack Operating Co LP ; Lo Jack Corp | Method of and system and apparatus for locating and/or tracking stolen or missing vehicles and the like | ▪ invoice information ≈ selected vehicle, same car ▪ sender information ≈ receiver means ▪ second communication device ≈ such vehicle | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses all the limitations of claim except an electronic tracking apparatus… ▪ teaches a communication system for vehicles utilizing short range wireless signaling wherein a private network may be… ▪ teaches a system that includes at least one transmitter and transmitter control pair… ▪ teaches systems and method for communicating between devices systems processes and or individuals alerting users of… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 128 | US4768087A (Jack R. Taub, 1988) | (Original Assignee) NATIONAL INFORMATION UTILITIES CORP (Current Assignee) NATIONAL INFORMATION AND EDUCATION UTILITIES Corp | Education utility | ▪ receiver information ≈ television receivers ▪ transportation temperature ≈ keeping track | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 129 | US4729102A (Lawrence D. Miller, 1988) | (Original Assignee) Sundstrand Data Control Inc (Current Assignee) Honeywell International Inc | Aircraft data acquisition and recording system | ▪ sensor monitors ≈ signal processing means ▪ input device ≈ command signal | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 130 | EP0989525A2 (Hideki c/o Yutani Heavy Industries Ltd Kinugawa, 2000) | (Original Assignee) Kobe Steel Ltd (Current Assignee) Kobe Steel Ltd | Management system for construction machines | ▪ second communication, second communication device ≈ hydraulic actuator ▪ delivery instruction information ≈ reception means ▪ packing slip information ≈ out means | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ discloses a subsystem within a construction environment including a geolocation device which can comprise of a variety… ▪ discloses a computer implemented method for impromptu tracking of an asset said method comprising receiving information… ▪ teaches a system to tack the location of a vehicle using RFID tags and GPS par… ▪ teaches the method further comprising communicating a notification to a device based on the state machine wherein the… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 131 | WO9963357A1 (James C. Otto, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Harris Corporation | A remote mobile monitoring and communication system | ▪ invoice information ≈ communication section ▪ shipment conveyance device ≈ processing section ▪ destination information ≈ power source | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||
| 132 | JPH11345446A (Shozo Abe, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Toshiba Corp; 株式会社東芝 | 自動録画方法 | ▪ delivery time information ≈ 算出結果 ▪ travel route information ≈ ジェス | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) | ▪ discloses all the limitations as previously discussed with respect to claim… ▪ discloses continue storing the broadcast program of the first channel in the storage device even when the receiver is… ▪ teaches selecting events of interests program segments using a remote control or a mouse… ▪ teaches a receiving apparatus for receiving a broadcasting signal comprising commercial information and electronic… | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 133 | JPH11338869A (Seiji Washisaki, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Nippon Telegr & Teleph Corp <Ntt>; 日本電信電話株式会社 | 情報推薦方法及びシステム及び情報推薦プログラムを格納した記憶媒体及び情報蓄積方法及び装置及び情報蓄積プログラムを格納した記憶媒体 | ▪ communication device, second communication device ≈ システム ▪ receiver information ≈ する情報 ▪ handling instruction information ≈ 前記参照, の興味 ▪ payment instruction information ≈ 文字列 | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 134 | JPH11328266A (Yutaka Haruna, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Casio Comput Co Ltd; カシオ計算機株式会社 | Customer data processing device, customer data processing system and storage medium | ▪ instruction information, payment instruction information ≈ preset terminal identifier ▪ communication device, second communication device ≈ システム, 出力制御 ▪ origination information ≈ いる端末 ▪ memory stores information ≈ storage unit ▪ occurrence giving rise ≈ generating ▪ apparatus stores information ≈ サーバ | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 135 | JPH11316759A (Osamu Iwase, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Karen:Kk; 株式会社カレン | 現時点指向性を利用者ごとに複次元で把握し、多面的要求予測する情報提供システム | ▪ communication device, second communication device ≈ システム, データ ▪ temperature requirement ≈ 情報要求 | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 136 | JPH11308547A (Atsushi Horioka, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Matsushita Electric Ind Co Ltd; 松下電器産業株式会社 | 番組表表示装置 | ▪ receiver information ≈ する情報 ▪ communication device ≈ データ | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 137 | JPH11282875A (Takeshi Sugai, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Oki Electric Ind Co Ltd; 沖電気工業株式会社 | 情報フィルタリング装置 | ▪ apparatus stores information ≈ インタフェース ▪ receiver information ≈ する情報 ▪ communication device ≈ データ | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 138 | JPH11272574A (Michihiro Nagaishi, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Seiko Epson Corp; セイコーエプソン株式会社 | 情報配信方法および情報配信システム並びに情報配信処理プログラムを記録した記録媒体 | ▪ communication device, second communication device ≈ システム ▪ receiver information ≈ する情報 ▪ memory stores information ≈ カード | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 139 | JPH117453A (Akira Kotani, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Mitsubishi Electric Corp; 三菱電機株式会社 | メディア情報推薦装置 | ▪ receiver information ≈ する情報 ▪ sensor monitors ≈ は情報, ページ | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 140 | JPH11259497A (Osamu Ando, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Fujitsu Ltd; 富士通株式会社 | インタネットサービス提供装置 | ▪ apparatus stores information ≈ インタフェース, サーバ ▪ communication device ≈ データ | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 141 | JPH11250091A (Masaya Okayama, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Hitachi Ltd; 株式会社日立製作所 | 類推と遺伝的アルゴリズムを利用した情報提供方法 | ▪ processor processes information ≈ 遺伝的アルゴリズム ▪ sensor monitors ≈ ページ | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 142 | JPH11232287A (Tadashi Hoshiai, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Fujitsu Ltd; 富士通株式会社 | ユーザ適応情報配信システムおよび情報配信プログラムを記録した記憶媒体 | ▪ destination information ≈ 前記判定手段 ▪ communication device, second communication device ≈ システム ▪ receiver information ≈ する情報 | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 143 | JPH11205706A (Hisayuki Kino, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Matsushita Electric Ind Co Ltd; 松下電器産業株式会社 | 番組情報編成装置 | ▪ receiver information ≈ する情報 ▪ payment instruction information ≈ 文字列 | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 144 | JPH11195035A (Takahiro Ikeda, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Nec Corp; 日本電気株式会社 | 情報配信方法、情報配信方式及び装置 | ▪ delivery instruction information, delivery time information ≈ 配信方法 ▪ receiver information ≈ する情報 | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 145 | JPH11184890A (Mamiko Oka, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Fuji Xerox Co Ltd; 富士ゼロックス株式会社 | 個人関心事辞書作成装置 | ▪ receiver information ≈ する情報 ▪ communication device ≈ データ | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 146 | JPH11184891A (Makoto Hirose, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Fuji Xerox Co Ltd; 富士ゼロックス株式会社 | 個人プロファイル管理装置 | ▪ receiver information ≈ する情報 ▪ apparatus stores information ≈ サーバ | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 147 | JPH11161670A (Hiromi Kida, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Ntt Data Corp; 株式会社エヌ・ティ・ティ・データ | 情報フィルタリング方法、装置及びシステム | ▪ communication device, second communication device ≈ システム, データ ▪ receiver information ≈ する情報 | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 148 | JPH10198706A (Takeshi Sakata, 1998) | (Original Assignee) Digital Vision Lab:Kk; 株式会社ディジタル・ビジョン・ラボラトリーズ | 情報検索装置及びその方法 | ▪ receiver information ≈ する情報 ▪ payment instruction information ≈ 文字列 ▪ communication device ≈ データ | ▪ 35 U.S.C. 103(a) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(b) ▪ 35 U.S.C. 102(e) | ▪ teaches allowing a user to search music based on music title… ▪ discloses i ndices evolve at least in part by providing subsequent users with summary comparison usage information based… ▪ teaches that this present invention relates to query processing and more specifically relates to techniques for… ▪ discloses the limitations substantially similar to those in claim… | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 149 | JPH11143900A (Toshiki Kanemichi, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Matsushita Electric Ind Co Ltd; 松下電器産業株式会社 | 情報フィルタ装置及び情報フィルタリング方法 | ▪ shipper information ≈ 他の使用者 ▪ receiver information ≈ する情報 ▪ payment instruction information ≈ 文字列 ▪ sensor monitors ≈ は情報 ▪ handling instruction information ≈ の興味, 対応表 | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 150 | JPH11134345A (Satoru Ichimura, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Fuji Xerox Co Ltd; 富士ゼロックス株式会社 | Preference information selection device | ▪ inputting information ≈ television broadcasts ▪ origination information ≈ detecting means ▪ memory stores information ≈ storage unit ▪ communication device, second communication device ≈ apparatus, plurality | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 151 | JPH11120189A (Toshiro Kimura, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Hitachi Ltd; 株式会社日立製作所 | 情報検索結果表示方法及び情報検索装置 | ▪ delivery instruction information, delivery time information ≈ 配信方法 ▪ handling instruction information ≈ 示方法 | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 152 | JPH1196164A (Kenji Moriyasu, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Nippon Telegr & Teleph Corp <Ntt>; 日本電信電話株式会社 | 有効情報配信方法、有効情報配信システムおよび記事閲覧プログラム、中継配信プログラム、情報配信プログラムをそれぞれ記録した記録媒体 | ▪ communication device, second communication device ≈ システム ▪ receiver information ≈ する情報 | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 153 | JPH10143540A (Masahiro Kajiura, 1998) | (Original Assignee) Toshiba Corp; 株式会社東芝 | 情報フィルタリング装置および情報フィルタリング方法 | ▪ receiver information ≈ する情報 ▪ shipment conveyance device, packing slip information ≈ リング ▪ communication device ≈ データ | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||
| 154 | JPH10143541A (Kazuo Sumita, 1998) | (Original Assignee) Toshiba Corp; 株式会社東芝 | 情報フィルタリング装置および情報フィルタリング方法 | ▪ destination information ≈ 前記判定手段 ▪ receiver information ≈ する情報 | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 155 | JPH1166098A (Hideaki Suzuki, 1999) | (Original Assignee) Nippon Telegr & Teleph Corp <Ntt>; 日本電信電話株式会社 | 情報取得伝達方法および装置 | ▪ receiver information ≈ する情報 ▪ transportation temperature ≈ の伝達 ▪ handling instruction information ≈ の興味 | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 156 | JPH1166081A (Osamu Dousaka, 1999) | (Original Assignee) N T T Data:Kk; 株式会社エヌ・ティ・ティ・データ | プロファイル取得システム、情報提供システム、プロファイル取得方法及び媒体 | ▪ communication device, second communication device ≈ システム ▪ receiver information ≈ する情報 | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | IEEE AEROSPACE AND ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS MAGAZINE. 14 (9): 27-32 SEP 1999 Publication Year: 1999 The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media Delphi Delco Electronics Systems, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) Lind, Schumacher, Reger, Olney, Yen, Laur, Freeman |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (satellite video) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (steering wheel) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media . The Network Vehicle is the Delphi Automotive Systems' vision for the future convergence of computers , the communications infrastructure , and the automobile . It features many advanced functions such as : satellite video (invoice information) , Internet access , virtual navigation , remote vehicle diagnostics and control , games , mobile office , automotive web site , and customized real-time stock quotes and sports scores . These features are enabled by an integrated planar antenna that is capable of multiple satellite reception , a client-server network architecture , and unique human-vehicle-interfaces such as color reconfigurable head-up and head-down displays , steering wheel (communication device, second communication device) controls , voice recognition , text-to-speech , and large touch screen active matrix liquid crystal displays (LCDs) . The software applications are written in Java , using Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to reduce the complexity and cost of the source code . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (steering wheel) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media . The Network Vehicle is the Delphi Automotive Systems' vision for the future convergence of computers , the communications infrastructure , and the automobile . It features many advanced functions such as : satellite video , Internet access , virtual navigation , remote vehicle diagnostics and control , games , mobile office , automotive web site , and customized real-time stock quotes and sports scores . These features are enabled by an integrated planar antenna that is capable of multiple satellite reception , a client-server network architecture , and unique human-vehicle-interfaces such as color reconfigurable head-up and head-down displays , steering wheel (communication device, second communication device) controls , voice recognition , text-to-speech , and large touch screen active matrix liquid crystal displays (LCDs) . The software applications are written in Java , using Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to reduce the complexity and cost of the source code . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (satellite video) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media . The Network Vehicle is the Delphi Automotive Systems' vision for the future convergence of computers , the communications infrastructure , and the automobile . It features many advanced functions such as : satellite video (invoice information) , Internet access , virtual navigation , remote vehicle diagnostics and control , games , mobile office , automotive web site , and customized real-time stock quotes and sports scores . These features are enabled by an integrated planar antenna that is capable of multiple satellite reception , a client-server network architecture , and unique human-vehicle-interfaces such as color reconfigurable head-up and head-down displays , steering wheel controls , voice recognition , text-to-speech , and large touch screen active matrix liquid crystal displays (LCDs) . The software applications are written in Java , using Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to reduce the complexity and cost of the source code . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (satellite video) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (steering wheel) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media . The Network Vehicle is the Delphi Automotive Systems' vision for the future convergence of computers , the communications infrastructure , and the automobile . It features many advanced functions such as : satellite video (invoice information) , Internet access , virtual navigation , remote vehicle diagnostics and control , games , mobile office , automotive web site , and customized real-time stock quotes and sports scores . These features are enabled by an integrated planar antenna that is capable of multiple satellite reception , a client-server network architecture , and unique human-vehicle-interfaces such as color reconfigurable head-up and head-down displays , steering wheel (communication device, second communication device) controls , voice recognition , text-to-speech , and large touch screen active matrix liquid crystal displays (LCDs) . The software applications are written in Java , using Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to reduce the complexity and cost of the source code . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (steering wheel) . |
The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media . The Network Vehicle is the Delphi Automotive Systems' vision for the future convergence of computers , the communications infrastructure , and the automobile . It features many advanced functions such as : satellite video , Internet access , virtual navigation , remote vehicle diagnostics and control , games , mobile office , automotive web site , and customized real-time stock quotes and sports scores . These features are enabled by an integrated planar antenna that is capable of multiple satellite reception , a client-server network architecture , and unique human-vehicle-interfaces such as color reconfigurable head-up and head-down displays , steering wheel (communication device, second communication device) controls , voice recognition , text-to-speech , and large touch screen active matrix liquid crystal displays (LCDs) . The software applications are written in Java , using Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to reduce the complexity and cost of the source code . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 18 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise (active matrix liquid crystal displays) to an insurance claim regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media . The Network Vehicle is the Delphi Automotive Systems' vision for the future convergence of computers , the communications infrastructure , and the automobile . It features many advanced functions such as : satellite video , Internet access , virtual navigation , remote vehicle diagnostics and control , games , mobile office , automotive web site , and customized real-time stock quotes and sports scores . These features are enabled by an integrated planar antenna that is capable of multiple satellite reception , a client-server network architecture , and unique human-vehicle-interfaces such as color reconfigurable head-up and head-down displays , steering wheel controls , voice recognition , text-to-speech , and large touch screen active matrix liquid crystal displays (occurrence giving rise) (LCDs) . The software applications are written in Java , using Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to reduce the complexity and cost of the source code . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (steering wheel) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media . The Network Vehicle is the Delphi Automotive Systems' vision for the future convergence of computers , the communications infrastructure , and the automobile . It features many advanced functions such as : satellite video , Internet access , virtual navigation , remote vehicle diagnostics and control , games , mobile office , automotive web site , and customized real-time stock quotes and sports scores . These features are enabled by an integrated planar antenna that is capable of multiple satellite reception , a client-server network architecture , and unique human-vehicle-interfaces such as color reconfigurable head-up and head-down displays , steering wheel (communication device, second communication device) controls , voice recognition , text-to-speech , and large touch screen active matrix liquid crystal displays (LCDs) . The software applications are written in Java , using Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to reduce the complexity and cost of the source code . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (steering wheel) . |
The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media . The Network Vehicle is the Delphi Automotive Systems' vision for the future convergence of computers , the communications infrastructure , and the automobile . It features many advanced functions such as : satellite video , Internet access , virtual navigation , remote vehicle diagnostics and control , games , mobile office , automotive web site , and customized real-time stock quotes and sports scores . These features are enabled by an integrated planar antenna that is capable of multiple satellite reception , a client-server network architecture , and unique human-vehicle-interfaces such as color reconfigurable head-up and head-down displays , steering wheel (communication device, second communication device) controls , voice recognition , text-to-speech , and large touch screen active matrix liquid crystal displays (LCDs) . The software applications are written in Java , using Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to reduce the complexity and cost of the source code . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 33 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise (active matrix liquid crystal displays) to an insurance claim regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media . The Network Vehicle is the Delphi Automotive Systems' vision for the future convergence of computers , the communications infrastructure , and the automobile . It features many advanced functions such as : satellite video , Internet access , virtual navigation , remote vehicle diagnostics and control , games , mobile office , automotive web site , and customized real-time stock quotes and sports scores . These features are enabled by an integrated planar antenna that is capable of multiple satellite reception , a client-server network architecture , and unique human-vehicle-interfaces such as color reconfigurable head-up and head-down displays , steering wheel controls , voice recognition , text-to-speech , and large touch screen active matrix liquid crystal displays (occurrence giving rise) (LCDs) . The software applications are written in Java , using Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to reduce the complexity and cost of the source code . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS FOR VEHICLES. 1415: 941-950 1998 Publication Year: 1998 The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media No Affiliation Lind, Schumacher, Reger, Olney, Yen, Laur, Freeman, Verein Deutsch Ingn, Verein Deutsch Ingn |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (satellite video) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (steering wheel) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media . The Network Vehicle is the Delphi Automotive Systems' vision for the future convergence of the communications infrastructure , computers , and the automobile . It features many advanced functions such as : satellite video (invoice information) , Internet access , games , virtual navigation , remote diagnostics and vehicle control , mobile office functions , automotive web site functions , and customized realtime stock quotes and sports scores . These features are enabled by an integrated planar antenna that is capable of multiple satellite reception and a client-server network architecture that allows for independent operation of the audio/video/Internet functions at each passenger seat . It also has unique human-vehicle-interfaces such as color reconfigurable head up and head down displays , steering wheel (communication device, second communication device) controls , voice recognition , text-to-speech , and large touch screen active matrix liquid crystal displays . The software application is written in Java , using API's (Application Programming Interfaces) to reduce the complexity and cost of the source code . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (steering wheel) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media . The Network Vehicle is the Delphi Automotive Systems' vision for the future convergence of the communications infrastructure , computers , and the automobile . It features many advanced functions such as : satellite video , Internet access , games , virtual navigation , remote diagnostics and vehicle control , mobile office functions , automotive web site functions , and customized realtime stock quotes and sports scores . These features are enabled by an integrated planar antenna that is capable of multiple satellite reception and a client-server network architecture that allows for independent operation of the audio/video/Internet functions at each passenger seat . It also has unique human-vehicle-interfaces such as color reconfigurable head up and head down displays , steering wheel (communication device, second communication device) controls , voice recognition , text-to-speech , and large touch screen active matrix liquid crystal displays . The software application is written in Java , using API's (Application Programming Interfaces) to reduce the complexity and cost of the source code . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (satellite video) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media . The Network Vehicle is the Delphi Automotive Systems' vision for the future convergence of the communications infrastructure , computers , and the automobile . It features many advanced functions such as : satellite video (invoice information) , Internet access , games , virtual navigation , remote diagnostics and vehicle control , mobile office functions , automotive web site functions , and customized realtime stock quotes and sports scores . These features are enabled by an integrated planar antenna that is capable of multiple satellite reception and a client-server network architecture that allows for independent operation of the audio/video/Internet functions at each passenger seat . It also has unique human-vehicle-interfaces such as color reconfigurable head up and head down displays , steering wheel controls , voice recognition , text-to-speech , and large touch screen active matrix liquid crystal displays . The software application is written in Java , using API's (Application Programming Interfaces) to reduce the complexity and cost of the source code . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (satellite video) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (steering wheel) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media . The Network Vehicle is the Delphi Automotive Systems' vision for the future convergence of the communications infrastructure , computers , and the automobile . It features many advanced functions such as : satellite video (invoice information) , Internet access , games , virtual navigation , remote diagnostics and vehicle control , mobile office functions , automotive web site functions , and customized realtime stock quotes and sports scores . These features are enabled by an integrated planar antenna that is capable of multiple satellite reception and a client-server network architecture that allows for independent operation of the audio/video/Internet functions at each passenger seat . It also has unique human-vehicle-interfaces such as color reconfigurable head up and head down displays , steering wheel (communication device, second communication device) controls , voice recognition , text-to-speech , and large touch screen active matrix liquid crystal displays . The software application is written in Java , using API's (Application Programming Interfaces) to reduce the complexity and cost of the source code . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (steering wheel) . |
The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media . The Network Vehicle is the Delphi Automotive Systems' vision for the future convergence of the communications infrastructure , computers , and the automobile . It features many advanced functions such as : satellite video , Internet access , games , virtual navigation , remote diagnostics and vehicle control , mobile office functions , automotive web site functions , and customized realtime stock quotes and sports scores . These features are enabled by an integrated planar antenna that is capable of multiple satellite reception and a client-server network architecture that allows for independent operation of the audio/video/Internet functions at each passenger seat . It also has unique human-vehicle-interfaces such as color reconfigurable head up and head down displays , steering wheel (communication device, second communication device) controls , voice recognition , text-to-speech , and large touch screen active matrix liquid crystal displays . The software application is written in Java , using API's (Application Programming Interfaces) to reduce the complexity and cost of the source code . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 18 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise (active matrix liquid crystal displays) to an insurance claim regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media . The Network Vehicle is the Delphi Automotive Systems' vision for the future convergence of the communications infrastructure , computers , and the automobile . It features many advanced functions such as : satellite video , Internet access , games , virtual navigation , remote diagnostics and vehicle control , mobile office functions , automotive web site functions , and customized realtime stock quotes and sports scores . These features are enabled by an integrated planar antenna that is capable of multiple satellite reception and a client-server network architecture that allows for independent operation of the audio/video/Internet functions at each passenger seat . It also has unique human-vehicle-interfaces such as color reconfigurable head up and head down displays , steering wheel controls , voice recognition , text-to-speech , and large touch screen active matrix liquid crystal displays (occurrence giving rise) . The software application is written in Java , using API's (Application Programming Interfaces) to reduce the complexity and cost of the source code . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (steering wheel) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media . The Network Vehicle is the Delphi Automotive Systems' vision for the future convergence of the communications infrastructure , computers , and the automobile . It features many advanced functions such as : satellite video , Internet access , games , virtual navigation , remote diagnostics and vehicle control , mobile office functions , automotive web site functions , and customized realtime stock quotes and sports scores . These features are enabled by an integrated planar antenna that is capable of multiple satellite reception and a client-server network architecture that allows for independent operation of the audio/video/Internet functions at each passenger seat . It also has unique human-vehicle-interfaces such as color reconfigurable head up and head down displays , steering wheel (communication device, second communication device) controls , voice recognition , text-to-speech , and large touch screen active matrix liquid crystal displays . The software application is written in Java , using API's (Application Programming Interfaces) to reduce the complexity and cost of the source code . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (steering wheel) . |
The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media . The Network Vehicle is the Delphi Automotive Systems' vision for the future convergence of the communications infrastructure , computers , and the automobile . It features many advanced functions such as : satellite video , Internet access , games , virtual navigation , remote diagnostics and vehicle control , mobile office functions , automotive web site functions , and customized realtime stock quotes and sports scores . These features are enabled by an integrated planar antenna that is capable of multiple satellite reception and a client-server network architecture that allows for independent operation of the audio/video/Internet functions at each passenger seat . It also has unique human-vehicle-interfaces such as color reconfigurable head up and head down displays , steering wheel (communication device, second communication device) controls , voice recognition , text-to-speech , and large touch screen active matrix liquid crystal displays . The software application is written in Java , using API's (Application Programming Interfaces) to reduce the complexity and cost of the source code . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 33 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise (active matrix liquid crystal displays) to an insurance claim regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
The Network Vehicle - A Glimpse Into The Future Of Mobile Multi-media . The Network Vehicle is the Delphi Automotive Systems' vision for the future convergence of the communications infrastructure , computers , and the automobile . It features many advanced functions such as : satellite video , Internet access , games , virtual navigation , remote diagnostics and vehicle control , mobile office functions , automotive web site functions , and customized realtime stock quotes and sports scores . These features are enabled by an integrated planar antenna that is capable of multiple satellite reception and a client-server network architecture that allows for independent operation of the audio/video/Internet functions at each passenger seat . It also has unique human-vehicle-interfaces such as color reconfigurable head up and head down displays , steering wheel controls , voice recognition , text-to-speech , and large touch screen active matrix liquid crystal displays (occurrence giving rise) . The software application is written in Java , using API's (Application Programming Interfaces) to reduce the complexity and cost of the source code . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | IEEE JOURNAL OF SOLID-STATE CIRCUITS. 35 (3): 401-411 MAR 2000 Publication Year: 2000 A Single-chip Narrow-band Frequency-domain Excisor For A Global Positioning System (GPS) Receiver The MITRE Corporation Capozza, Holland, Hopkinson, Landrau |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (transform processor) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information (received signal) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information (spectral energy) , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
A Single-chip Narrow-band Frequency-domain Excisor For A Global Positioning System (GPS) Receiver . In recent years , we hale witnessed the rapid adoption of the Department of Defense's Global Positioning System (GPS) for navigation in a number of military and civilian applications , Unfortunately , the low-power GPS signal is susceptible to interference , This paper presents a novel VLSI architecture that removes narrow-band signals from the wide-bandwidth GPS spectrum , The interference suppression technique employed is frequency-domain excision , The single-chip frequency-domain excisor transforms the received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) (GPS signal + noise + interference) to the frequency domain , computes signal statistics to determine an excision threshold , removes all spectral energy (packing slip information) exceeding that threshold , and restores the remaining signal (GPS signal + noise) to the temporal domain , The heart of this VLSI implementation is an on-chip 256-point fast Fourier transform processor (sender information) that operates at 40 million complex samples per second , It processes 12-bit (for each I and Q) sampled complex data . The 1 . 5-million-transistor chip was fabricated in 0 . 5-mu m CMOS triple metal technology and is fully functional . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (transform processor) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information (received signal) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information (spectral energy) , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
A Single-chip Narrow-band Frequency-domain Excisor For A Global Positioning System (GPS) Receiver . In recent years , we hale witnessed the rapid adoption of the Department of Defense's Global Positioning System (GPS) for navigation in a number of military and civilian applications , Unfortunately , the low-power GPS signal is susceptible to interference , This paper presents a novel VLSI architecture that removes narrow-band signals from the wide-bandwidth GPS spectrum , The interference suppression technique employed is frequency-domain excision , The single-chip frequency-domain excisor transforms the received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) (GPS signal + noise + interference) to the frequency domain , computes signal statistics to determine an excision threshold , removes all spectral energy (packing slip information) exceeding that threshold , and restores the remaining signal (GPS signal + noise) to the temporal domain , The heart of this VLSI implementation is an on-chip 256-point fast Fourier transform processor (sender information) that operates at 40 million complex samples per second , It processes 12-bit (for each I and Q) sampled complex data . The 1 . 5-million-transistor chip was fabricated in 0 . 5-mu m CMOS triple metal technology and is fully functional . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (transform processor) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information (received signal) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information (spectral energy) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information (Global Positioning) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
A Single-chip Narrow-band Frequency-domain Excisor For A Global Positioning (travel route information) System (GPS) Receiver . In recent years , we hale witnessed the rapid adoption of the Department of Defense's Global Positioning System (GPS) for navigation in a number of military and civilian applications , Unfortunately , the low-power GPS signal is susceptible to interference , This paper presents a novel VLSI architecture that removes narrow-band signals from the wide-bandwidth GPS spectrum , The interference suppression technique employed is frequency-domain excision , The single-chip frequency-domain excisor transforms the received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) (GPS signal + noise + interference) to the frequency domain , computes signal statistics to determine an excision threshold , removes all spectral energy (packing slip information) exceeding that threshold , and restores the remaining signal (GPS signal + noise) to the temporal domain , The heart of this VLSI implementation is an on-chip 256-point fast Fourier transform processor (sender information) that operates at 40 million complex samples per second , It processes 12-bit (for each I and Q) sampled complex data . The 1 . 5-million-transistor chip was fabricated in 0 . 5-mu m CMOS triple metal technology and is fully functional . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | ADVANCED MICROSYSTEMS FOR AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS 2000. : 181-203 2000 Publication Year: 2000 New Powerful Sensory Tool In Automotive Safety Systems Based On PMD-technology S-Tec GmbH Schwarte, Buxbaum, Heinol, Xu, Schulte, Riedel, Steiner, Scherer, Schneider, Ringbeck, Kruger, Gessner |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (processing stages) , receiver information (electronic processing, spatial point) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information (large amount) , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
New Powerful Sensory Tool In Automotive Safety Systems Based On PMD-technology . The application of electronic imaging for driver support and occupant safety is actually one of the most challenging tasks in automotive research activities . Most efforts aim to apply two-dimensional imagers in CCD- , CMOS- and TFA-technology so far . Now a further imaging technology has been developed : the PMD-technology , which directly enables 3D-imaging by means of the time-of-flight (TOF) principle . This approach offers an extremely high potential for new solutions in this application field . The PMD-Technology opens up amazing new perspectives for occupant detection systems as well as the observation of vehicles outer area (see Fig . 1 .) . This Photonical Mixing Detector or Photonic Mixer Device (PMD) , respectively , represents a new electro-optic device that provides a smart interface between the world of incoherent optical signals and the world of their electronic signal processing . As a new micro-photonic semiconductor device it can be integrated and arranged to an array of smart PMD-pixels enabling the whole 3D-scene to be described by an equivalent array of scaled voxels (volume pixture elements) . The multiple electrooptical mixing and correlation process provides the depth information for each pixel in addition to the intensity value and the colour information . In contrast to that , conventional electronic processing (receiver information) of fast incoherent optical signals generally requires at least a photodetector for optoelectronic signal conversion , a broadband and high dynamic amplifier , and an electronic mixer/correlator for each spatial point (receiver information) , altogether causing a large amount (packing slip information) and high sensitivity to time drift failures . The new device , unifying the detection and mixing process within some ten square mum , shows an electrooptical transfer characteristic comparable to the basic differential amplifier circuit with an optically driven current source . Compared with conventional solutions the receiver volume is reduced by a factor of about 100 . 000 thus principally enabling receiver arrays of 100 . 000 PMD-pixels . Small arrays of PMD-pixels have been designed and implemented in standard CMOS technology , including signal pre-processing stages (destination information) . In addition to the amazing PMD-simplicity the accuracy of depth measurements has been increased by more than factor ten compared to conventional TOF-systems . This 3D-imaging camera technique offers a huge amount of new applications in automotive safety systems and intelligent driver support . The PMD-camera will be predestined to solve urgent problems as , e . g . the smart airbag - detecting the passenger-presence , -position , -size and -weight and additionally providing precrash information , collision avoidance , automatic park assistance and so on . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (processing stages) , receiver information (electronic processing, spatial point) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information (large amount) , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
New Powerful Sensory Tool In Automotive Safety Systems Based On PMD-technology . The application of electronic imaging for driver support and occupant safety is actually one of the most challenging tasks in automotive research activities . Most efforts aim to apply two-dimensional imagers in CCD- , CMOS- and TFA-technology so far . Now a further imaging technology has been developed : the PMD-technology , which directly enables 3D-imaging by means of the time-of-flight (TOF) principle . This approach offers an extremely high potential for new solutions in this application field . The PMD-Technology opens up amazing new perspectives for occupant detection systems as well as the observation of vehicles outer area (see Fig . 1 . ) . This Photonical Mixing Detector or Photonic Mixer Device (PMD) , respectively , represents a new electro-optic device that provides a smart interface between the world of incoherent optical signals and the world of their electronic signal processing . As a new micro-photonic semiconductor device it can be integrated and arranged to an array of smart PMD-pixels enabling the whole 3D-scene to be described by an equivalent array of scaled voxels (volume pixture elements) . The multiple electrooptical mixing and correlation process provides the depth information for each pixel in addition to the intensity value and the colour information . In contrast to that , conventional electronic processing (receiver information) of fast incoherent optical signals generally requires at least a photodetector for optoelectronic signal conversion , a broadband and high dynamic amplifier , and an electronic mixer/correlator for each spatial point (receiver information) , altogether causing a large amount (packing slip information) and high sensitivity to time drift failures . The new device , unifying the detection and mixing process within some ten square mum , shows an electrooptical transfer characteristic comparable to the basic differential amplifier circuit with an optically driven current source . Compared with conventional solutions the receiver volume is reduced by a factor of about 100 . 000 thus principally enabling receiver arrays of 100 . 000 PMD-pixels . Small arrays of PMD-pixels have been designed and implemented in standard CMOS technology , including signal pre-processing stages (destination information) . In addition to the amazing PMD-simplicity the accuracy of depth measurements has been increased by more than factor ten compared to conventional TOF-systems . This 3D-imaging camera technique offers a huge amount of new applications in automotive safety systems and intelligent driver support . The PMD-camera will be predestined to solve urgent problems as , e . g . the smart airbag - detecting the passenger-presence , -position , -size and -weight and additionally providing precrash information , collision avoidance , automatic park assistance and so on . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (processing stages) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (electronic processing, spatial point) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information (large amount) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
New Powerful Sensory Tool In Automotive Safety Systems Based On PMD-technology . The application of electronic imaging for driver support and occupant safety is actually one of the most challenging tasks in automotive research activities . Most efforts aim to apply two-dimensional imagers in CCD- , CMOS- and TFA-technology so far . Now a further imaging technology has been developed : the PMD-technology , which directly enables 3D-imaging by means of the time-of-flight (TOF) principle . This approach offers an extremely high potential for new solutions in this application field . The PMD-Technology opens up amazing new perspectives for occupant detection systems as well as the observation of vehicles outer area (see Fig . 1 . ) . This Photonical Mixing Detector or Photonic Mixer Device (PMD) , respectively , represents a new electro-optic device that provides a smart interface between the world of incoherent optical signals and the world of their electronic signal processing . As a new micro-photonic semiconductor device it can be integrated and arranged to an array of smart PMD-pixels enabling the whole 3D-scene to be described by an equivalent array of scaled voxels (volume pixture elements) . The multiple electrooptical mixing and correlation process provides the depth information for each pixel in addition to the intensity value and the colour information . In contrast to that , conventional electronic processing (receiver information) of fast incoherent optical signals generally requires at least a photodetector for optoelectronic signal conversion , a broadband and high dynamic amplifier , and an electronic mixer/correlator for each spatial point (receiver information) , altogether causing a large amount (packing slip information) and high sensitivity to time drift failures . The new device , unifying the detection and mixing process within some ten square mum , shows an electrooptical transfer characteristic comparable to the basic differential amplifier circuit with an optically driven current source . Compared with conventional solutions the receiver volume is reduced by a factor of about 100 . 000 thus principally enabling receiver arrays of 100 . 000 PMD-pixels . Small arrays of PMD-pixels have been designed and implemented in standard CMOS technology , including signal pre-processing stages (destination information) . In addition to the amazing PMD-simplicity the accuracy of depth measurements has been increased by more than factor ten compared to conventional TOF-systems . This 3D-imaging camera technique offers a huge amount of new applications in automotive safety systems and intelligent driver support . The PMD-camera will be predestined to solve urgent problems as , e . g . the smart airbag - detecting the passenger-presence , -position , -size and -weight and additionally providing precrash information , collision avoidance , automatic park assistance and so on . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (signal processing) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
New Powerful Sensory Tool In Automotive Safety Systems Based On PMD-technology . The application of electronic imaging for driver support and occupant safety is actually one of the most challenging tasks in automotive research activities . Most efforts aim to apply two-dimensional imagers in CCD- , CMOS- and TFA-technology so far . Now a further imaging technology has been developed : the PMD-technology , which directly enables 3D-imaging by means of the time-of-flight (TOF) principle . This approach offers an extremely high potential for new solutions in this application field . The PMD-Technology opens up amazing new perspectives for occupant detection systems as well as the observation of vehicles outer area (see Fig . 1 . ) . This Photonical Mixing Detector or Photonic Mixer Device (PMD) , respectively , represents a new electro-optic device that provides a smart interface between the world of incoherent optical signals and the world of their electronic signal processing (sensor monitors) . As a new micro-photonic semiconductor device it can be integrated and arranged to an array of smart PMD-pixels enabling the whole 3D-scene to be described by an equivalent array of scaled voxels (volume pixture elements) . The multiple electrooptical mixing and correlation process provides the depth information for each pixel in addition to the intensity value and the colour information . In contrast to that , conventional electronic processing of fast incoherent optical signals generally requires at least a photodetector for optoelectronic signal conversion , a broadband and high dynamic amplifier , and an electronic mixer/correlator for each spatial point , altogether causing a large amount and high sensitivity to time drift failures . The new device , unifying the detection and mixing process within some ten square mum , shows an electrooptical transfer characteristic comparable to the basic differential amplifier circuit with an optically driven current source . Compared with conventional solutions the receiver volume is reduced by a factor of about 100 . 000 thus principally enabling receiver arrays of 100 . 000 PMD-pixels . Small arrays of PMD-pixels have been designed and implemented in standard CMOS technology , including signal pre-processing stages . In addition to the amazing PMD-simplicity the accuracy of depth measurements has been increased by more than factor ten compared to conventional TOF-systems . This 3D-imaging camera technique offers a huge amount of new applications in automotive safety systems and intelligent driver support . The PMD-camera will be predestined to solve urgent problems as , e . g . the smart airbag - detecting the passenger-presence , -position , -size and -weight and additionally providing precrash information , collision avoidance , automatic park assistance and so on . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | SENSORS, C31, INFORMATION, AND TRAINING TECHNOLOGIES FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT. 3577: 86-95 1999 Publication Year: 1999 Wireless Integrated Network Sensors: Towards Low Cost And Robust Self-organizing Security Networks The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Pottie, Clare, Carapezza, Law |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (security zone) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
Wireless Integrated Network Sensors : Towards Low Cost And Robust Self-organizing Security Networks . A very important benefit of continuing advances in CMOS IC technology is the ability to construct a wide variety of micro electrical-mechanical systems (MEMS) including sensors and RF components . These building blocks enable the fabrication of complete systems in a low cost module , which include sensing , signal processing , and wireless communications . Together with innovative and focussed network design techniques that will make possible simple deployment and sustained Low power operation , the small size and cost can be enabling for a very large number of law enforcement and security applications , including remote reconnaissance and security zone (invoice information) s ranging from persons to borders . We outline how the application can be exploited in the network design to enable sustained low-power operation . In particular , extensive information processing at nodes , hierarchical decision making , and energy conserving routing and network topology management methods will be employed in the networks under development . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (security zone) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
Wireless Integrated Network Sensors : Towards Low Cost And Robust Self-organizing Security Networks . A very important benefit of continuing advances in CMOS IC technology is the ability to construct a wide variety of micro electrical-mechanical systems (MEMS) including sensors and RF components . These building blocks enable the fabrication of complete systems in a low cost module , which include sensing , signal processing , and wireless communications . Together with innovative and focussed network design techniques that will make possible simple deployment and sustained Low power operation , the small size and cost can be enabling for a very large number of law enforcement and security applications , including remote reconnaissance and security zone (invoice information) s ranging from persons to borders . We outline how the application can be exploited in the network design to enable sustained low-power operation . In particular , extensive information processing at nodes , hierarchical decision making , and energy conserving routing and network topology management methods will be employed in the networks under development . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (security zone) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
Wireless Integrated Network Sensors : Towards Low Cost And Robust Self-organizing Security Networks . A very important benefit of continuing advances in CMOS IC technology is the ability to construct a wide variety of micro electrical-mechanical systems (MEMS) including sensors and RF components . These building blocks enable the fabrication of complete systems in a low cost module , which include sensing , signal processing , and wireless communications . Together with innovative and focussed network design techniques that will make possible simple deployment and sustained Low power operation , the small size and cost can be enabling for a very large number of law enforcement and security applications , including remote reconnaissance and security zone (invoice information) s ranging from persons to borders . We outline how the application can be exploited in the network design to enable sustained low-power operation . In particular , extensive information processing at nodes , hierarchical decision making , and energy conserving routing and network topology management methods will be employed in the networks under development . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (signal processing) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
Wireless Integrated Network Sensors : Towards Low Cost And Robust Self-organizing Security Networks . A very important benefit of continuing advances in CMOS IC technology is the ability to construct a wide variety of micro electrical-mechanical systems (MEMS) including sensors and RF components . These building blocks enable the fabrication of complete systems in a low cost module , which include sensing , signal processing (sensor monitors) , and wireless communications . Together with innovative and focussed network design techniques that will make possible simple deployment and sustained Low power operation , the small size and cost can be enabling for a very large number of law enforcement and security applications , including remote reconnaissance and security zones ranging from persons to borders . We outline how the application can be exploited in the network design to enable sustained low-power operation . In particular , extensive information processing at nodes , hierarchical decision making , and energy conserving routing and network topology management methods will be employed in the networks under development . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (signal processing) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
Wireless Integrated Network Sensors : Towards Low Cost And Robust Self-organizing Security Networks . A very important benefit of continuing advances in CMOS IC technology is the ability to construct a wide variety of micro electrical-mechanical systems (MEMS) including sensors and RF components . These building blocks enable the fabrication of complete systems in a low cost module , which include sensing , signal processing (sensor monitors) , and wireless communications . Together with innovative and focussed network design techniques that will make possible simple deployment and sustained Low power operation , the small size and cost can be enabling for a very large number of law enforcement and security applications , including remote reconnaissance and security zones ranging from persons to borders . We outline how the application can be exploited in the network design to enable sustained low-power operation . In particular , extensive information processing at nodes , hierarchical decision making , and energy conserving routing and network topology management methods will be employed in the networks under development . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | IEEE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON MULTIMEDIA COMPUTING AND SYSTEMS, PROCEEDINGS VOL 1. : 451-456 1999 Publication Year: 1999 An Approximate String Matching Algorithm For Content-based Music Data Retrieval National Tsing Hua University (Taiwan) Liu, Hsu, Chen, Ieee Comp Soc, Ieee Comp Soc |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device (fault tolerance) , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (data retrieval) , packing slip information , delivery time information (data retrieval) , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
An Approximate String Matching Algorithm For Content-based Music Data Retrieval . In this paper , an approach for content-based music data retrieval (invoice information, delivery time information) is proposed . In this approach , thematic feature strings , such as melody strings , rhythm strings , and chord strings are extracted from the original music objects and treated as the meta data to represent their contents . The problem of content-based music data retrieval is then transformed into the string matching problem . A new approximate string matching algorithm is also proposed which provides fault tolerance (shipment conveyance device, transportation temperature requirement) ability according to the music characteristics . To show the efficiency of the algorithm , a set of experiments are performed to compare with the agrep and the fgrep utility on both synthetic and real music data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device (fault tolerance) , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
An Approximate String Matching Algorithm For Content-based Music Data Retrieval . In this paper , an approach for content-based music data retrieval is proposed . In this approach , thematic feature strings , such as melody strings , rhythm strings , and chord strings are extracted from the original music objects and treated as the meta data to represent their contents . The problem of content-based music data retrieval is then transformed into the string matching problem . A new approximate string matching algorithm is also proposed which provides fault tolerance (shipment conveyance device, transportation temperature requirement) ability according to the music characteristics . To show the efficiency of the algorithm , a set of experiments are performed to compare with the agrep and the fgrep utility on both synthetic and real music data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device (fault tolerance) , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (data retrieval) , packing slip information , delivery time information (data retrieval) , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
An Approximate String Matching Algorithm For Content-based Music Data Retrieval . In this paper , an approach for content-based music data retrieval (invoice information, delivery time information) is proposed . In this approach , thematic feature strings , such as melody strings , rhythm strings , and chord strings are extracted from the original music objects and treated as the meta data to represent their contents . The problem of content-based music data retrieval is then transformed into the string matching problem . A new approximate string matching algorithm is also proposed which provides fault tolerance (shipment conveyance device, transportation temperature requirement) ability according to the music characteristics . To show the efficiency of the algorithm , a set of experiments are performed to compare with the agrep and the fgrep utility on both synthetic and real music data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device (fault tolerance) , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (data retrieval) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information (data retrieval) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement (fault tolerance) , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
An Approximate String Matching Algorithm For Content-based Music Data Retrieval . In this paper , an approach for content-based music data retrieval (invoice information, delivery time information) is proposed . In this approach , thematic feature strings , such as melody strings , rhythm strings , and chord strings are extracted from the original music objects and treated as the meta data to represent their contents . The problem of content-based music data retrieval is then transformed into the string matching problem . A new approximate string matching algorithm is also proposed which provides fault tolerance (shipment conveyance device, transportation temperature requirement) ability according to the music characteristics . To show the efficiency of the algorithm , a set of experiments are performed to compare with the agrep and the fgrep utility on both synthetic and real music data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 6 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (fault tolerance) or the apparatus is a shipping container . |
An Approximate String Matching Algorithm For Content-based Music Data Retrieval . In this paper , an approach for content-based music data retrieval is proposed . In this approach , thematic feature strings , such as melody strings , rhythm strings , and chord strings are extracted from the original music objects and treated as the meta data to represent their contents . The problem of content-based music data retrieval is then transformed into the string matching problem . A new approximate string matching algorithm is also proposed which provides fault tolerance (shipment conveyance device, transportation temperature requirement) ability according to the music characteristics . To show the efficiency of the algorithm , a set of experiments are performed to compare with the agrep and the fgrep utility on both synthetic and real music data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 7 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (fault tolerance) or the apparatus is a pallet . |
An Approximate String Matching Algorithm For Content-based Music Data Retrieval . In this paper , an approach for content-based music data retrieval is proposed . In this approach , thematic feature strings , such as melody strings , rhythm strings , and chord strings are extracted from the original music objects and treated as the meta data to represent their contents . The problem of content-based music data retrieval is then transformed into the string matching problem . A new approximate string matching algorithm is also proposed which provides fault tolerance (shipment conveyance device, transportation temperature requirement) ability according to the music characteristics . To show the efficiency of the algorithm , a set of experiments are performed to compare with the agrep and the fgrep utility on both synthetic and real music data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 8 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (fault tolerance) or the apparatus is a piece of luggage . |
An Approximate String Matching Algorithm For Content-based Music Data Retrieval . In this paper , an approach for content-based music data retrieval is proposed . In this approach , thematic feature strings , such as melody strings , rhythm strings , and chord strings are extracted from the original music objects and treated as the meta data to represent their contents . The problem of content-based music data retrieval is then transformed into the string matching problem . A new approximate string matching algorithm is also proposed which provides fault tolerance (shipment conveyance device, transportation temperature requirement) ability according to the music characteristics . To show the efficiency of the algorithm , a set of experiments are performed to compare with the agrep and the fgrep utility on both synthetic and real music data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 9 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a display , wherein the display is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device (fault tolerance) , wherein the display displays or provides information regarding the shipment conveyance device or information regarding a shipment or transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
An Approximate String Matching Algorithm For Content-based Music Data Retrieval . In this paper , an approach for content-based music data retrieval is proposed . In this approach , thematic feature strings , such as melody strings , rhythm strings , and chord strings are extracted from the original music objects and treated as the meta data to represent their contents . The problem of content-based music data retrieval is then transformed into the string matching problem . A new approximate string matching algorithm is also proposed which provides fault tolerance (shipment conveyance device, transportation temperature requirement) ability according to the music characteristics . To show the efficiency of the algorithm , a set of experiments are performed to compare with the agrep and the fgrep utility on both synthetic and real music data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 10 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a receiver , wherein the receiver receives the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device (fault tolerance) . |
An Approximate String Matching Algorithm For Content-based Music Data Retrieval . In this paper , an approach for content-based music data retrieval is proposed . In this approach , thematic feature strings , such as melody strings , rhythm strings , and chord strings are extracted from the original music objects and treated as the meta data to represent their contents . The problem of content-based music data retrieval is then transformed into the string matching problem . A new approximate string matching algorithm is also proposed which provides fault tolerance (shipment conveyance device, transportation temperature requirement) ability according to the music characteristics . To show the efficiency of the algorithm , a set of experiments are performed to compare with the agrep and the fgrep utility on both synthetic and real music data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 11 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding a stop made by a carrier of the shipment conveyance device (fault tolerance) or information regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the message contains information regarding an unusual stopping period regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
An Approximate String Matching Algorithm For Content-based Music Data Retrieval . In this paper , an approach for content-based music data retrieval is proposed . In this approach , thematic feature strings , such as melody strings , rhythm strings , and chord strings are extracted from the original music objects and treated as the meta data to represent their contents . The problem of content-based music data retrieval is then transformed into the string matching problem . A new approximate string matching algorithm is also proposed which provides fault tolerance (shipment conveyance device, transportation temperature requirement) ability according to the music characteristics . To show the efficiency of the algorithm , a set of experiments are performed to compare with the agrep and the fgrep utility on both synthetic and real music data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device (fault tolerance) , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
An Approximate String Matching Algorithm For Content-based Music Data Retrieval . In this paper , an approach for content-based music data retrieval is proposed . In this approach , thematic feature strings , such as melody strings , rhythm strings , and chord strings are extracted from the original music objects and treated as the meta data to represent their contents . The problem of content-based music data retrieval is then transformed into the string matching problem . A new approximate string matching algorithm is also proposed which provides fault tolerance (shipment conveyance device, transportation temperature requirement) ability according to the music characteristics . To show the efficiency of the algorithm , a set of experiments are performed to compare with the agrep and the fgrep utility on both synthetic and real music data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 15 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of a deviation from a pre-determined shipment or transportation route associated with a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device (fault tolerance) . |
An Approximate String Matching Algorithm For Content-based Music Data Retrieval . In this paper , an approach for content-based music data retrieval is proposed . In this approach , thematic feature strings , such as melody strings , rhythm strings , and chord strings are extracted from the original music objects and treated as the meta data to represent their contents . The problem of content-based music data retrieval is then transformed into the string matching problem . A new approximate string matching algorithm is also proposed which provides fault tolerance (shipment conveyance device, transportation temperature requirement) ability according to the music characteristics . To show the efficiency of the algorithm , a set of experiments are performed to compare with the agrep and the fgrep utility on both synthetic and real music data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 16 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of an unauthorized carrier or a wrong carrier shipping or transporting the shipment conveyance device (fault tolerance) or a detection of an unauthorized receiver of the shipment conveyance device or a wrong receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
An Approximate String Matching Algorithm For Content-based Music Data Retrieval . In this paper , an approach for content-based music data retrieval is proposed . In this approach , thematic feature strings , such as melody strings , rhythm strings , and chord strings are extracted from the original music objects and treated as the meta data to represent their contents . The problem of content-based music data retrieval is then transformed into the string matching problem . A new approximate string matching algorithm is also proposed which provides fault tolerance (shipment conveyance device, transportation temperature requirement) ability according to the music characteristics . To show the efficiency of the algorithm , a set of experiments are performed to compare with the agrep and the fgrep utility on both synthetic and real music data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device (fault tolerance) , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
An Approximate String Matching Algorithm For Content-based Music Data Retrieval . In this paper , an approach for content-based music data retrieval is proposed . In this approach , thematic feature strings , such as melody strings , rhythm strings , and chord strings are extracted from the original music objects and treated as the meta data to represent their contents . The problem of content-based music data retrieval is then transformed into the string matching problem . A new approximate string matching algorithm is also proposed which provides fault tolerance (shipment conveyance device, transportation temperature requirement) ability according to the music characteristics . To show the efficiency of the algorithm , a set of experiments are performed to compare with the agrep and the fgrep utility on both synthetic and real music data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 18 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise to an insurance claim regarding the shipment conveyance device (fault tolerance) , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
An Approximate String Matching Algorithm For Content-based Music Data Retrieval . In this paper , an approach for content-based music data retrieval is proposed . In this approach , thematic feature strings , such as melody strings , rhythm strings , and chord strings are extracted from the original music objects and treated as the meta data to represent their contents . The problem of content-based music data retrieval is then transformed into the string matching problem . A new approximate string matching algorithm is also proposed which provides fault tolerance (shipment conveyance device, transportation temperature requirement) ability according to the music characteristics . To show the efficiency of the algorithm , a set of experiments are performed to compare with the agrep and the fgrep utility on both synthetic and real music data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 21 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device (fault tolerance) . |
An Approximate String Matching Algorithm For Content-based Music Data Retrieval . In this paper , an approach for content-based music data retrieval is proposed . In this approach , thematic feature strings , such as melody strings , rhythm strings , and chord strings are extracted from the original music objects and treated as the meta data to represent their contents . The problem of content-based music data retrieval is then transformed into the string matching problem . A new approximate string matching algorithm is also proposed which provides fault tolerance (shipment conveyance device, transportation temperature requirement) ability according to the music characteristics . To show the efficiency of the algorithm , a set of experiments are performed to compare with the agrep and the fgrep utility on both synthetic and real music data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device (fault tolerance) , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
An Approximate String Matching Algorithm For Content-based Music Data Retrieval . In this paper , an approach for content-based music data retrieval is proposed . In this approach , thematic feature strings , such as melody strings , rhythm strings , and chord strings are extracted from the original music objects and treated as the meta data to represent their contents . The problem of content-based music data retrieval is then transformed into the string matching problem . A new approximate string matching algorithm is also proposed which provides fault tolerance (shipment conveyance device, transportation temperature requirement) ability according to the music characteristics . To show the efficiency of the algorithm , a set of experiments are performed to compare with the agrep and the fgrep utility on both synthetic and real music data . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | UNATTENDED GROUND SENSOR TECHNOLOGIES AND APPLICATIONS. 3713: 229-237 1999 Publication Year: 1999 Self-organizing Distributed Sensor Networks Rockwell International Corporation / Rockwell Science Center Clare, Pottie, Agre, Carapezza, Law, Stalker |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (signal processing) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
Self-organizing Distributed Sensor Networks . Advances in CMOS IC and micro electrical-mechanical systems (MEMS) technology are enabling construction of low-cost building blocks each of which incorporates sensing , signal processing (sensor monitors) , and wireless communications . Collections of these integrated microsensor nodes may be formed into sensor networks in a wide variety of ways , with characteristics that depend on the specific application - the total number of nodes , the spatial density , the geometric configuration (e . g . , linear vs . areal) , topographic aspects (e . g . , smooth vs . rough terrain) , and proximity and proportion of user/sink points . The power of these distributed sensor networks will be unleashed by means of their ability to self-organize , i . e . , to bootstrap and dynamically maintain organizational structure befitting the purpose and situation that is presented , without the need for human assistance . A prototype sensor system and networking protocols are being developed under the DARPA/TTO AWAIRS Program and are described . The current system is capable of self-organizing the communications among nodes so as to bring the initial system on-line via discovery mechanisms , establish needed end-to-end circuits that provide information to and commands from end users , allow new nodes to be added and reconfigure when existing nodes fail , and to quickly evolve so as to achieve these functions via low power operation . Improved network protocols have been designed and simulated that are expected to enhance performance in bootstrap and routing , and these will be integrated into the existing modular system architecture . Self-organizing procedures for cooperative signal processing and resource management are also being incorporated into the AWAIRS microsensor network system . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (sensor network) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
Self-organizing Distributed Sensor Networks . Advances in CMOS IC and micro electrical-mechanical systems (MEMS) technology are enabling construction of low-cost building blocks each of which incorporates sensing , signal processing , and wireless communications . Collections of these integrated microsensor nodes may be formed into sensor network (input device) s in a wide variety of ways , with characteristics that depend on the specific application - the total number of nodes , the spatial density , the geometric configuration (e . g . , linear vs . areal) , topographic aspects (e . g . , smooth vs . rough terrain) , and proximity and proportion of user/sink points . The power of these distributed sensor networks will be unleashed by means of their ability to self-organize , i . e . , to bootstrap and dynamically maintain organizational structure befitting the purpose and situation that is presented , without the need for human assistance . A prototype sensor system and networking protocols are being developed under the DARPA/TTO AWAIRS Program and are described . The current system is capable of self-organizing the communications among nodes so as to bring the initial system on-line via discovery mechanisms , establish needed end-to-end circuits that provide information to and commands from end users , allow new nodes to be added and reconfigure when existing nodes fail , and to quickly evolve so as to achieve these functions via low power operation . Improved network protocols have been designed and simulated that are expected to enhance performance in bootstrap and routing , and these will be integrated into the existing modular system architecture . Self-organizing procedures for cooperative signal processing and resource management are also being incorporated into the AWAIRS microsensor network system . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (signal processing) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
Self-organizing Distributed Sensor Networks . Advances in CMOS IC and micro electrical-mechanical systems (MEMS) technology are enabling construction of low-cost building blocks each of which incorporates sensing , signal processing (sensor monitors) , and wireless communications . Collections of these integrated microsensor nodes may be formed into sensor networks in a wide variety of ways , with characteristics that depend on the specific application - the total number of nodes , the spatial density , the geometric configuration (e . g . , linear vs . areal) , topographic aspects (e . g . , smooth vs . rough terrain) , and proximity and proportion of user/sink points . The power of these distributed sensor networks will be unleashed by means of their ability to self-organize , i . e . , to bootstrap and dynamically maintain organizational structure befitting the purpose and situation that is presented , without the need for human assistance . A prototype sensor system and networking protocols are being developed under the DARPA/TTO AWAIRS Program and are described . The current system is capable of self-organizing the communications among nodes so as to bring the initial system on-line via discovery mechanisms , establish needed end-to-end circuits that provide information to and commands from end users , allow new nodes to be added and reconfigure when existing nodes fail , and to quickly evolve so as to achieve these functions via low power operation . Improved network protocols have been designed and simulated that are expected to enhance performance in bootstrap and routing , and these will be integrated into the existing modular system architecture . Self-organizing procedures for cooperative signal processing and resource management are also being incorporated into the AWAIRS microsensor network system . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (sensor network) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
Self-organizing Distributed Sensor Networks . Advances in CMOS IC and micro electrical-mechanical systems (MEMS) technology are enabling construction of low-cost building blocks each of which incorporates sensing , signal processing , and wireless communications . Collections of these integrated microsensor nodes may be formed into sensor network (input device) s in a wide variety of ways , with characteristics that depend on the specific application - the total number of nodes , the spatial density , the geometric configuration (e . g . , linear vs . areal) , topographic aspects (e . g . , smooth vs . rough terrain) , and proximity and proportion of user/sink points . The power of these distributed sensor networks will be unleashed by means of their ability to self-organize , i . e . , to bootstrap and dynamically maintain organizational structure befitting the purpose and situation that is presented , without the need for human assistance . A prototype sensor system and networking protocols are being developed under the DARPA/TTO AWAIRS Program and are described . The current system is capable of self-organizing the communications among nodes so as to bring the initial system on-line via discovery mechanisms , establish needed end-to-end circuits that provide information to and commands from end users , allow new nodes to be added and reconfigure when existing nodes fail , and to quickly evolve so as to achieve these functions via low power operation . Improved network protocols have been designed and simulated that are expected to enhance performance in bootstrap and routing , and these will be integrated into the existing modular system architecture . Self-organizing procedures for cooperative signal processing and resource management are also being incorporated into the AWAIRS microsensor network system . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | SMART STRUCTURES AND MATERIALS 1999: SMART ELECTRONICS AND MEMS. 3673: 11-18 1999 Publication Year: 1999 Wireless Integrated Network Sensors (WINS) The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Asada, Bhatti, Lin, Natkunanthanan, Newberg, Rofougaran, Sipos, Valoff, Pottie, Kaiser, Varadan |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (recognition system) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
Wireless Integrated Network Sensors (WINS) . Wireless Integrated Network Sensors (WINS) provide distributed network and Internet access to sensors , controls , and processors that are deeply embedded in equipment , facilities , and the environment . The WINS network is a new monitoring and control capability for applications in transportation , manufacturing , health care , environmental monitoring , and safety and security . WINS combine microsensor technology , low power signal processing , low power computation , and low power , low cost wireless networking capability in a compact system . WINS networks will provide sensing , local control , and embedded intelligent systems in structures , materials , and environments . This paper describes the WINS architecture and WINS technology components including sensor interface and WINS event recognition system (invoice information) s . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (recognition system) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
Wireless Integrated Network Sensors (WINS) . Wireless Integrated Network Sensors (WINS) provide distributed network and Internet access to sensors , controls , and processors that are deeply embedded in equipment , facilities , and the environment . The WINS network is a new monitoring and control capability for applications in transportation , manufacturing , health care , environmental monitoring , and safety and security . WINS combine microsensor technology , low power signal processing , low power computation , and low power , low cost wireless networking capability in a compact system . WINS networks will provide sensing , local control , and embedded intelligent systems in structures , materials , and environments . This paper describes the WINS architecture and WINS technology components including sensor interface and WINS event recognition system (invoice information) s . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (recognition system) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
Wireless Integrated Network Sensors (WINS) . Wireless Integrated Network Sensors (WINS) provide distributed network and Internet access to sensors , controls , and processors that are deeply embedded in equipment , facilities , and the environment . The WINS network is a new monitoring and control capability for applications in transportation , manufacturing , health care , environmental monitoring , and safety and security . WINS combine microsensor technology , low power signal processing , low power computation , and low power , low cost wireless networking capability in a compact system . WINS networks will provide sensing , local control , and embedded intelligent systems in structures , materials , and environments . This paper describes the WINS architecture and WINS technology components including sensor interface and WINS event recognition system (invoice information) s . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (signal processing) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
Wireless Integrated Network Sensors (WINS) . Wireless Integrated Network Sensors (WINS) provide distributed network and Internet access to sensors , controls , and processors that are deeply embedded in equipment , facilities , and the environment . The WINS network is a new monitoring and control capability for applications in transportation , manufacturing , health care , environmental monitoring , and safety and security . WINS combine microsensor technology , low power signal processing (sensor monitors) , low power computation , and low power , low cost wireless networking capability in a compact system . WINS networks will provide sensing , local control , and embedded intelligent systems in structures , materials , and environments . This paper describes the WINS architecture and WINS technology components including sensor interface and WINS event recognition systems . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (signal processing) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
Wireless Integrated Network Sensors (WINS) . Wireless Integrated Network Sensors (WINS) provide distributed network and Internet access to sensors , controls , and processors that are deeply embedded in equipment , facilities , and the environment . The WINS network is a new monitoring and control capability for applications in transportation , manufacturing , health care , environmental monitoring , and safety and security . WINS combine microsensor technology , low power signal processing (sensor monitors) , low power computation , and low power , low cost wireless networking capability in a compact system . WINS networks will provide sensing , local control , and embedded intelligent systems in structures , materials , and environments . This paper describes the WINS architecture and WINS technology components including sensor interface and WINS event recognition systems . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | UNATTENDED GROUND SENSOR TECHNOLOGIES AND APPLICATIONS. 3713: 257-268 1999 Publication Year: 1999 Development Platform For Self-organizing Wireless Sensor Networks Rockwell International Corporation / Rockwell Science Center Agre, Clare, Pottie, Romanov, Carapezza, Law, Stalker |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (Wireless Sensor Network, signal processing) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
Development Platform For Self-organizing Wireless Sensor Network (sensor monitors) s . Distributed microsensor networks , built from collections of nodes each having the ability to sense their environment , process the raw sensor data in cooperation with other neighboring nodes into information and then communicate that information to end users . These systems are designed to be self-organizing in the sense of establishing and maintaining their own network without the need for specialist operators . In most envisioned applications , wireless communications are the most practical means of interconnection , eliminating the internode cabling . Long periods of autonomous operations in remote environments will need battery or other renewable energy sources . In order to prolong battery life , all node hardware and software functions need to be designed to consume minimal power . In general , a node will expend energy on local processing of sensor data to produce compressed information in order to reduce communications . These network systems are intended to support large numbers of such nodes to cover large geographic areas . This presents technical challenges in areas such as low cost design , scalability , cooperative processing and reliable operation of complex systems . Such networks are finding applications in both the military and commercial arenas , and the UCLA/Rockwell Science Center team(1) has developed a prototype wireless sensor node , "AWAIRS I , " as a development platform to examine many of the issues relating to their design , deployment and usage . These issues cover a broad spectrum , from determining the best sensors for particular applications , to constructing low power signal processing (sensor monitors) algorithms and robust and low power network protocols . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (sensor network) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
Development Platform For Self-organizing Wireless Sensor Networks . Distributed microsensor network (input device) s , built from collections of nodes each having the ability to sense their environment , process the raw sensor data in cooperation with other neighboring nodes into information and then communicate that information to end users . These systems are designed to be self-organizing in the sense of establishing and maintaining their own network without the need for specialist operators . In most envisioned applications , wireless communications are the most practical means of interconnection , eliminating the internode cabling . Long periods of autonomous operations in remote environments will need battery or other renewable energy sources . In order to prolong battery life , all node hardware and software functions need to be designed to consume minimal power . In general , a node will expend energy on local processing of sensor data to produce compressed information in order to reduce communications . These network systems are intended to support large numbers of such nodes to cover large geographic areas . This presents technical challenges in areas such as low cost design , scalability , cooperative processing and reliable operation of complex systems . Such networks are finding applications in both the military and commercial arenas , and the UCLA/Rockwell Science Center team(1) has developed a prototype wireless sensor node , "AWAIRS I , " as a development platform to examine many of the issues relating to their design , deployment and usage . These issues cover a broad spectrum , from determining the best sensors for particular applications , to constructing low power signal processing algorithms and robust and low power network protocols . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (Wireless Sensor Network, signal processing) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
Development Platform For Self-organizing Wireless Sensor Network (sensor monitors) s . Distributed microsensor networks , built from collections of nodes each having the ability to sense their environment , process the raw sensor data in cooperation with other neighboring nodes into information and then communicate that information to end users . These systems are designed to be self-organizing in the sense of establishing and maintaining their own network without the need for specialist operators . In most envisioned applications , wireless communications are the most practical means of interconnection , eliminating the internode cabling . Long periods of autonomous operations in remote environments will need battery or other renewable energy sources . In order to prolong battery life , all node hardware and software functions need to be designed to consume minimal power . In general , a node will expend energy on local processing of sensor data to produce compressed information in order to reduce communications . These network systems are intended to support large numbers of such nodes to cover large geographic areas . This presents technical challenges in areas such as low cost design , scalability , cooperative processing and reliable operation of complex systems . Such networks are finding applications in both the military and commercial arenas , and the UCLA/Rockwell Science Center team(1) has developed a prototype wireless sensor node , "AWAIRS I , " as a development platform to examine many of the issues relating to their design , deployment and usage . These issues cover a broad spectrum , from determining the best sensors for particular applications , to constructing low power signal processing (sensor monitors) algorithms and robust and low power network protocols . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (sensor network) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
Development Platform For Self-organizing Wireless Sensor Networks . Distributed microsensor network (input device) s , built from collections of nodes each having the ability to sense their environment , process the raw sensor data in cooperation with other neighboring nodes into information and then communicate that information to end users . These systems are designed to be self-organizing in the sense of establishing and maintaining their own network without the need for specialist operators . In most envisioned applications , wireless communications are the most practical means of interconnection , eliminating the internode cabling . Long periods of autonomous operations in remote environments will need battery or other renewable energy sources . In order to prolong battery life , all node hardware and software functions need to be designed to consume minimal power . In general , a node will expend energy on local processing of sensor data to produce compressed information in order to reduce communications . These network systems are intended to support large numbers of such nodes to cover large geographic areas . This presents technical challenges in areas such as low cost design , scalability , cooperative processing and reliable operation of complex systems . Such networks are finding applications in both the military and commercial arenas , and the UCLA/Rockwell Science Center team(1) has developed a prototype wireless sensor node , "AWAIRS I , " as a development platform to examine many of the issues relating to their design , deployment and usage . These issues cover a broad spectrum , from determining the best sensors for particular applications , to constructing low power signal processing algorithms and robust and low power network protocols . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | CA2361514A1 Filed: 2000-02-07 Issued: 2000-08-10 Internet package shipping systems and methods (Original Assignee) United Parcel Service Of America, Inc.; Anthony G. Creasy; Kurt L. Stadele; Mark R. Hilbush; Jane Sneeringer; David Michel; Christopher T. Schenken; Robert Gephart; John Yanikov; Lawrence Wight; Diane Minahan; Diane Lynn T. Rashbaum; Jim Deveney; Charles G. Orf; Phillip G. Lawson; Steve Yeung; Thomas Dorris; Mark Trowbridge (Deceased) (Current Assignee) United Parcel Service of America Inc Anthony G. Creasy, Kurt L. Stadele, Mark R. Hilbush, Jane Sneeringer, David Michel, Christopher T. Schenken, Robert Gephart, John Yanikov, Lawrence Wight, Diane Minahan, Diane Lynn T. Rashbaum, Jim Deveney, Charles G. Orf, Phillip G. Lawson, Steve Yeung, Thomas Dorris, Mark Trowbridge (Deceased) |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (service area) , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
CA2361514A1 CLAIM 2 . The system of Claim 1 , wherein the step of validating the designated pick up information comprises determining that the pick up point is within a predetermined service area (shipper information) serviced by the selected service person . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (service area) , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
CA2361514A1 CLAIM 2 . The system of Claim 1 , wherein the step of validating the designated pick up information comprises determining that the pick up point is within a predetermined service area (shipper information) serviced by the selected service person . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information (service area) regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message (reference number) to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
CA2361514A1 CLAIM 2 . The system of Claim 1 , wherein the step of validating the designated pick up information comprises determining that the pick up point is within a predetermined service area (shipper information) serviced by the selected service person . CA2361514A1 CLAIM 33 . The method of claim 26 , wherein the label includes regions selected from the group comprising : a return address region for containing information corresponding to a return address of a package sender ; a ship to address region for containing information corresponding to a destination address of an intended recipient for the package ; a number of packages region for containing information corresponding to the number of packages contained in a shipment of a plurality of packages ; a machine readable encoded region for containing text of the label and other package information in a form readable by an optical scanning device operated by a person associated with the shipping service provider ; a human readable sort code region for containing information relating to identification of a hub and sortation belt of automated packaged handling equipment associated with the shipping service provider ; a second machine readable region)containing a postal code for the destination address of the intended recipient for reading by optical scanning equipment operated by a person associated with the shipping service provider ; a level of service indicating region for containing information corresponding to a selected level of service provided by the shipping service provider and associated with the package ; a tracking number region for containing information corresponding to a tracking number associated with the package , the tracking number including an indicium identifying the number as a tracking number , a customer account number , a level of service indicator corresponding to the level of service indicated in the level of service indicating region , and a predetermined reference number (second message) determined by the shipping service provider ; a third machine readable region for containing the information of the tracking number region in a machine readable format for reading by optical scanning equipment operated by a person associated with the shipping service provider , and a type of billing indicator region for containing information corresponding to a type of billing for the shipment service provided by the shipping service provider . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (use information) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
CA2361514A1 CLAIM 21 . The system of claim 19 , wherein the shipping history display options include a " ; ship again" ; option , wherein the order-receiving system is operative to display information associated with a selected prior order by the customer , and wherein the order-receiving system is operative to use information (sensor monitors) from the selected prior order to process a new shipment order in response to customer selection of the ship again option . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (use information) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
CA2361514A1 CLAIM 21 . The system of claim 19 , wherein the shipping history display options include a " ; ship again" ; option , wherein the order-receiving system is operative to display information associated with a selected prior order by the customer , and wherein the order-receiving system is operative to use information (sensor monitors) from the selected prior order to process a new shipment order in response to customer selection of the ship again option . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US6141608A Filed: 1998-10-27 Issued: 2000-10-31 System for dynamic diagnosis of apparatus operating conditions (Original Assignee) Snap On Inc (Current Assignee) Snap On Inc Paul J. Rother |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (user selection) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6141608A CLAIM 1 . A diagnostic system comprising : a processor operating under stored program control , a storage mechanism coupled to the processor and storing a knowledge database including a library of information items relating to faults which can be experienced by an apparatus under diagnosis and a library of tests which can be performed on the apparatus for the purpose of diagnosing the causes of the faults , a user interface including a display device and a data input device both coupled to the processor for interactive control thereby , and a computer routine executed by the processor for controlling the operation of the display device , said computer routine including ; (a) a first portion operative to display a collection of information items , and (b) a second portion responsive to user selection (invoice information) of one or more displayed information items by use of said data input device for selecting from the library of tests those tests applicable to diagnosing of the cause of the fault related to the selected information item or items , hierarchically arranging the selected tests in a list in the order of their likelihood of successfully diagnosing of the cause of the fault , and displaying the hierarchically arranged list of tests . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (user selection) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US6141608A CLAIM 1 . A diagnostic system comprising : a processor operating under stored program control , a storage mechanism coupled to the processor and storing a knowledge database including a library of information items relating to faults which can be experienced by an apparatus under diagnosis and a library of tests which can be performed on the apparatus for the purpose of diagnosing the causes of the faults , a user interface including a display device and a data input device both coupled to the processor for interactive control thereby , and a computer routine executed by the processor for controlling the operation of the display device , said computer routine including ; (a) a first portion operative to display a collection of information items , and (b) a second portion responsive to user selection (invoice information) of one or more displayed information items by use of said data input device for selecting from the library of tests those tests applicable to diagnosing of the cause of the fault related to the selected information item or items , hierarchically arranging the selected tests in a list in the order of their likelihood of successfully diagnosing of the cause of the fault , and displaying the hierarchically arranged list of tests . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (user selection) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US6141608A CLAIM 1 . A diagnostic system comprising : a processor operating under stored program control , a storage mechanism coupled to the processor and storing a knowledge database including a library of information items relating to faults which can be experienced by an apparatus under diagnosis and a library of tests which can be performed on the apparatus for the purpose of diagnosing the causes of the faults , a user interface including a display device and a data input device both coupled to the processor for interactive control thereby , and a computer routine executed by the processor for controlling the operation of the display device , said computer routine including ; (a) a first portion operative to display a collection of information items , and (b) a second portion responsive to user selection (invoice information) of one or more displayed information items by use of said data input device for selecting from the library of tests those tests applicable to diagnosing of the cause of the fault related to the selected information item or items , hierarchically arranging the selected tests in a list in the order of their likelihood of successfully diagnosing of the cause of the fault , and displaying the hierarchically arranged list of tests . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (play list) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
US6141608A CLAIM 4 . The system of claim 1 , wherein said computer routine includes a portion operative to display list (delivery message) s of apparatus identification information and permitting user selection of a specific type of apparatus to be diagnosed by use of said data input device , said first and second portions of said computer routine being operative only with respect to information items and tests pertinent to the selected apparatus type . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (input device) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US6141608A CLAIM 1 . A diagnostic system comprising : a processor operating under stored program control , a storage mechanism coupled to the processor and storing a knowledge database including a library of information items relating to faults which can be experienced by an apparatus under diagnosis and a library of tests which can be performed on the apparatus for the purpose of diagnosing the causes of the faults , a user interface including a display device and a data input device (input device) both coupled to the processor for interactive control thereby , and a computer routine executed by the processor for controlling the operation of the display device , said computer routine including ; (a) a first portion operative to display a collection of information items , and (b) a second portion responsive to user selection of one or more displayed information items by use of said data input device for selecting from the library of tests those tests applicable to diagnosing of the cause of the fault related to the selected information item or items , hierarchically arranging the selected tests in a list in the order of their likelihood of successfully diagnosing of the cause of the fault , and displaying the hierarchically arranged list of tests . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (play list) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
US6141608A CLAIM 4 . The system of claim 1 , wherein said computer routine includes a portion operative to display list (delivery message) s of apparatus identification information and permitting user selection of a specific type of apparatus to be diagnosed by use of said data input device , said first and second portions of said computer routine being operative only with respect to information items and tests pertinent to the selected apparatus type . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (input device) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US6141608A CLAIM 1 . A diagnostic system comprising : a processor operating under stored program control , a storage mechanism coupled to the processor and storing a knowledge database including a library of information items relating to faults which can be experienced by an apparatus under diagnosis and a library of tests which can be performed on the apparatus for the purpose of diagnosing the causes of the faults , a user interface including a display device and a data input device (input device) both coupled to the processor for interactive control thereby , and a computer routine executed by the processor for controlling the operation of the display device , said computer routine including ; (a) a first portion operative to display a collection of information items , and (b) a second portion responsive to user selection of one or more displayed information items by use of said data input device for selecting from the library of tests those tests applicable to diagnosing of the cause of the fault related to the selected information item or items , hierarchically arranging the selected tests in a list in the order of their likelihood of successfully diagnosing of the cause of the fault , and displaying the hierarchically arranged list of tests . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US6131096A Filed: 1998-10-05 Issued: 2000-10-10 System and method for updating a remote database in a network (Original Assignee) Good Technology Corp (Current Assignee) FB COMMERCIAL FINANCE Inc ; BlackBerry Ltd Mason Ng, Sean Michael Quinlan, Tom Ruan, Daniel J. Mendez, Jing Zhu, Martin Cheng, Jr., Matt Williams, Mark D. Riggins |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container (medium storing program) , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (readable storage) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6131096A CLAIM 8 . A computer-readable storage (memory stores information) medium storing program (shipping container) code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : using a browser to receive identification of a downloadable from a computer network ; initiating execution of the downloadable ; receiving information designating workspace data to be synchronized and designating a synchronization mode ; using the Downloadable to instruct a personal information manager (PIM) to retrieve the workspace data to be synchronized ; using the Downloadable to determine first update data based on the workspace data to be synchronized and on the synchronization mode ; and using the Downloadable to deliver the first update data to a server database connected to the computer network . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container (medium storing program) , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6131096A CLAIM 8 . A computer-readable storage medium storing program (shipping container) code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : using a browser to receive identification of a downloadable from a computer network ; initiating execution of the downloadable ; receiving information designating workspace data to be synchronized and designating a synchronization mode ; using the Downloadable to instruct a personal information manager (PIM) to retrieve the workspace data to be synchronized ; using the Downloadable to determine first update data based on the workspace data to be synchronized and on the synchronization mode ; and using the Downloadable to deliver the first update data to a server database connected to the computer network . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (readable storage) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US6131096A CLAIM 8 . A computer-readable storage (memory stores information) medium storing program code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : using a browser to receive identification of a downloadable from a computer network ; initiating execution of the downloadable ; receiving information designating workspace data to be synchronized and designating a synchronization mode ; using the Downloadable to instruct a personal information manager (PIM) to retrieve the workspace data to be synchronized ; using the Downloadable to determine first update data based on the workspace data to be synchronized and on the synchronization mode ; and using the Downloadable to deliver the first update data to a server database connected to the computer network . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 6 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device or the apparatus is a shipping container (medium storing program) . |
US6131096A CLAIM 8 . A computer-readable storage medium storing program (shipping container) code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : using a browser to receive identification of a downloadable from a computer network ; initiating execution of the downloadable ; receiving information designating workspace data to be synchronized and designating a synchronization mode ; using the Downloadable to instruct a personal information manager (PIM) to retrieve the workspace data to be synchronized ; using the Downloadable to determine first update data based on the workspace data to be synchronized and on the synchronization mode ; and using the Downloadable to deliver the first update data to a server database connected to the computer network . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (memory stores) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US6131096A CLAIM 33 . The system of claim 32 , wherein the memory stores (sensor monitors) a plurality of PIM Downloadables and wherein the PIM Downloadable retrieval engine retrieves a Downloadable corresponding to the particular PIM . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 19 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipping container (medium storing program) , the pallet , or the piece of luggage , is a refrigerated container , a heated container , or an insulated container . |
US6131096A CLAIM 8 . A computer-readable storage medium storing program (shipping container) code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : using a browser to receive identification of a downloadable from a computer network ; initiating execution of the downloadable ; receiving information designating workspace data to be synchronized and designating a synchronization mode ; using the Downloadable to instruct a personal information manager (PIM) to retrieve the workspace data to be synchronized ; using the Downloadable to determine first update data based on the workspace data to be synchronized and on the synchronization mode ; and using the Downloadable to deliver the first update data to a server database connected to the computer network . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (readable storage) regarding the piece of luggage . |
US6131096A CLAIM 8 . A computer-readable storage (memory stores information) medium storing program code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : using a browser to receive identification of a downloadable from a computer network ; initiating execution of the downloadable ; receiving information designating workspace data to be synchronized and designating a synchronization mode ; using the Downloadable to instruct a personal information manager (PIM) to retrieve the workspace data to be synchronized ; using the Downloadable to determine first update data based on the workspace data to be synchronized and on the synchronization mode ; and using the Downloadable to deliver the first update data to a server database connected to the computer network . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (memory stores) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US6131096A CLAIM 33 . The system of claim 32 , wherein the memory stores (sensor monitors) a plurality of PIM Downloadables and wherein the PIM Downloadable retrieval engine retrieves a Downloadable corresponding to the particular PIM . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US6161005A Filed: 1998-08-10 Issued: 2000-12-12 Door locking/unlocking system utilizing direct and network communications (Original Assignee) PINDOME Inc (Current Assignee) Entry Systems LLC Brian W. Pinzon |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (power source) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (infrared transmitter) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6161005A CLAIM 4 . An arrangement as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said transmitter is an infrared transmitter (invoice information) . US6161005A CLAIM 12 . An arrangement as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a power supply harness for transmitting power from a power source (destination information) included in said door to a handset situated in said cradle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (power source) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (infrared transmitter) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US6161005A CLAIM 4 . An arrangement as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said transmitter is an infrared transmitter (invoice information) . US6161005A CLAIM 12 . An arrangement as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a power supply harness for transmitting power from a power source (destination information) included in said door to a handset situated in said cradle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (power source) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (infrared transmitter) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US6161005A CLAIM 4 . An arrangement as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said transmitter is an infrared transmitter (invoice information) . US6161005A CLAIM 12 . An arrangement as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a power supply harness for transmitting power from a power source (destination information) included in said door to a handset situated in said cradle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (receiving circuit, wireless signals) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US6161005A CLAIM 1 . A locking/unlocking arrangement for a door , comprising : a controller ; an electrically actuated mechanism for locking or unlocking a door in response to an electrical signal from the controller ; a cradle arranged to support different types of telephone handsets , said telephone handsets being capable of receiving telephone signals over a telephone network and outputting audio signals ; audio signal receiving and decoding circuitry electrically connected to the controller for receiving and decoding said audio signals from said telephone handset when the telephone handset is mounted in the cradle ; a sensor arranged to receive wireless signals (sensor monitors) directly from a portable transmitter ; non-audio wireless signal receiving circuit (sensor monitors) ry connected between the sensor and the controller and arranged to transmit said wireless signals received by said sensor from said portable transmitter to the controller , wherein said controller is arranged to receive said audio signals from said telephone handset after decoding by audio signal receiving and decoding circuitry , and is further arranged to receive said wireless signals from said sensor and , depending on whether the controller has received said decoded audio signals or said wireless signals , compare either the decoded telephone signals or wireless signals with codes stored in a memory , and actuate the locking/unlocking mechanism in response to said comparison , and whereby inclusion of said cradle arranged to support different types of telephone handsets permits a user to select a desired said network by selecting a handset arranged to receive signals from said network , and whereby inclusion of a sensor and non-audio signal receiving circuitry in addition to said cradle and audio signal receiving and decoding circuitry permits the locking/unlocking mechanism to be actuated by signals transmitted directly from said portable transmitter to said controller , and also by telephone signals sent over said telephone network . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (receiving circuit, wireless signals) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US6161005A CLAIM 1 . A locking/unlocking arrangement for a door , comprising : a controller ; an electrically actuated mechanism for locking or unlocking a door in response to an electrical signal from the controller ; a cradle arranged to support different types of telephone handsets , said telephone handsets being capable of receiving telephone signals over a telephone network and outputting audio signals ; audio signal receiving and decoding circuitry electrically connected to the controller for receiving and decoding said audio signals from said telephone handset when the telephone handset is mounted in the cradle ; a sensor arranged to receive wireless signals (sensor monitors) directly from a portable transmitter ; non-audio wireless signal receiving circuit (sensor monitors) ry connected between the sensor and the controller and arranged to transmit said wireless signals received by said sensor from said portable transmitter to the controller , wherein said controller is arranged to receive said audio signals from said telephone handset after decoding by audio signal receiving and decoding circuitry , and is further arranged to receive said wireless signals from said sensor and , depending on whether the controller has received said decoded audio signals or said wireless signals , compare either the decoded telephone signals or wireless signals with codes stored in a memory , and actuate the locking/unlocking mechanism in response to said comparison , and whereby inclusion of said cradle arranged to support different types of telephone handsets permits a user to select a desired said network by selecting a handset arranged to receive signals from said network , and whereby inclusion of a sensor and non-audio signal receiving circuitry in addition to said cradle and audio signal receiving and decoding circuitry permits the locking/unlocking mechanism to be actuated by signals transmitted directly from said portable transmitter to said controller , and also by telephone signals sent over said telephone network . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH11296581A Filed: 1998-04-08 Issued: 1999-10-29 電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法および貨物管理システム (Original Assignee) Hitachi Ltd; 株式会社日立製作所 Tokuhiro Kimijima, Toshiyuki Ono, Izumi Ota, Shuji Soga, Kazuhiko Taniguchi, Isao Toshima, 徳浩 君島, 和泉 太田, 俊之 小野, 修治 曽我, 和彦 谷口, 功 都島 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device (と共に前記) , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (カード) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information (と共に前記) , delivery instruction information , invoice information (前記車両) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (データ) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11296581A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】前記荷送人先システムにおいて、前記電子 タグへの情報登録ができない場合、前記集荷管理システ ムは、受信した集荷依頼情報に対応した集荷依頼番号を 取得し、前記端末装置に前記集荷依頼番号と共に前記 (shipment conveyance device, handling instruction information) 集 荷依頼情報に含まれる全ての情報を送信し、 前記端末装置は、前記集荷依頼番号と前記集荷依頼情報 を記憶し、前記貨物の受領の際に、前記集荷依頼番号の 入力を受け付け、入力された集荷依頼番号に対応する集 荷依頼情報を前記電子タグに書き込むことを特徴とする 請求項１記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法。 JPH11296581A CLAIM 6 【請求項６】前記端末装置に、前記貨物の配送のための 料金算定の基準となる料金算出情報を保持しておき、前 記貨物の受領の際、前記端末装置は、前記貨物の重量を 取得し、前記料金算出情報に基づいて基準となる基準料 金の算出を行い、予め荷送人先に配布され、個々の荷送 人毎の特約料金ルールを記憶したＩＣカード (memory stores information) から前記特 約料金ルールを読み出し、読み出した特約料金ルール及 び前記基準料金とに基づいて料金の算出を行うことを特 徴とする請求項１記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理 方法。 JPH11296581A CLAIM 13 【請求項１３】前記貨物を最も近い将来取り扱う拠点の 決定は、前記貨物に関する前記輸送履歴情報中の最新の 輸送履歴データ (communication device) を参照し、該最新の輸送履歴データが荷 積み完了を示す場合は、最新の輸送履歴データに示され る拠点の次に到着予定の拠点を前記貨物を最も近い将来 取り扱う拠点として決定し、前記最新の輸送履歴データ が荷卸し完了、あるいは、仕分け完了を示す場合は、前 記最新の輸送履歴データに示される拠点を前記貨物を最 も近い将来取り扱う拠点として決定することを特徴とす る請求項１２記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方 法。 JPH11296581A CLAIM 14 【請求項１４】前記拠点システムにおいて、前記貨物情 報全体管理システムから通知される前記到着予定貨物情 報を記憶しておき、該到着予定貨物情報から当該拠点に 到着した貨物の電子タグから読み出した貨物番号を持つ 情報を消去し、前記到着予定貨物情報に含まれる情報の 中に到着予定時刻が現在時刻よりも以前のものが存在す るか判別し、該当する情報 (receiver information) が存在する場合、当該情報中 の貨物番号を含む未着貨物情報を前記貨物情報全体管理 システムに送信し、 前記貨物情報全体管理システムは、前記未着貨物情報を 受信し、未着が通知された貨物番号に基づいて当該貨物 番号を持つ貨物の最新の通貨拠点を前記貨物輸送履歴情 報を検索し、当該拠点に対し前記未着貨物情報を送信す ることを特徴とする請求項７記載の電子タグを用いた貨 物情報管理方法。 JPH11296581A CLAIM 18 【請求項１８】荷送人先から荷受人先に配送される貨物 に関する情報を電子的に保持する電子タグを用い、該電 子タグに保持された情報に基づいて前記貨物の配送管理 を行う貨物輸送における貨物情報の管理方法において、 前記貨物の配送を行う車両に、前記電子タグに対する情 報の読み書きを行うリーダライタ、発店となる拠点及び 着店となる拠点の組合せにより決定される輸送経路に関 する輸送経路情報を保持した記憶装置、作業者による情 報の入力を行う入力装置、及び情報の出力を行う出力装 置を有する車載システムを設け、各拠点での前記車両 (invoice information) へ の荷積みの際に前記車載システムは、前記入力装置によ り当該車両の行き先拠点名の入力を受付け、前記リーダ ライタにより前記車両に積まれる貨物の電子タグに保持 される情報から当該貨物に関する発店名、及び着店名を 取得し、該発店名及び着店名に基づいて当該貨物の輸送 経路を前記輸送経路情報から抽出し、抽出した輸送経路 内に前記入力された行き先拠点が存在するか判別し、前 記輸送経路内の拠点に、前記行き先拠点がない場合に、 前記出力装置より誤荷積みアラームを出力することを特 徴とする電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device (と共に前記) , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (データ) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11296581A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】前記荷送人先システムにおいて、前記電子 タグへの情報登録ができない場合、前記集荷管理システ ムは、受信した集荷依頼情報に対応した集荷依頼番号を 取得し、前記端末装置に前記集荷依頼番号と共に前記 (shipment conveyance device, handling instruction information) 集 荷依頼情報に含まれる全ての情報を送信し、 前記端末装置は、前記集荷依頼番号と前記集荷依頼情報 を記憶し、前記貨物の受領の際に、前記集荷依頼番号の 入力を受け付け、入力された集荷依頼番号に対応する集 荷依頼情報を前記電子タグに書き込むことを特徴とする 請求項１記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法。 JPH11296581A CLAIM 13 【請求項１３】前記貨物を最も近い将来取り扱う拠点の 決定は、前記貨物に関する前記輸送履歴情報中の最新の 輸送履歴データ (communication device) を参照し、該最新の輸送履歴データが荷 積み完了を示す場合は、最新の輸送履歴データに示され る拠点の次に到着予定の拠点を前記貨物を最も近い将来 取り扱う拠点として決定し、前記最新の輸送履歴データ が荷卸し完了、あるいは、仕分け完了を示す場合は、前 記最新の輸送履歴データに示される拠点を前記貨物を最 も近い将来取り扱う拠点として決定することを特徴とす る請求項１２記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方 法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device (と共に前記) , and further wherein the memory stores information (カード) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information (と共に前記) , delivery instruction information , invoice information (前記車両) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11296581A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】前記荷送人先システムにおいて、前記電子 タグへの情報登録ができない場合、前記集荷管理システ ムは、受信した集荷依頼情報に対応した集荷依頼番号を 取得し、前記端末装置に前記集荷依頼番号と共に前記 (shipment conveyance device, handling instruction information) 集 荷依頼情報に含まれる全ての情報を送信し、 前記端末装置は、前記集荷依頼番号と前記集荷依頼情報 を記憶し、前記貨物の受領の際に、前記集荷依頼番号の 入力を受け付け、入力された集荷依頼番号に対応する集 荷依頼情報を前記電子タグに書き込むことを特徴とする 請求項１記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法。 JPH11296581A CLAIM 6 【請求項６】前記端末装置に、前記貨物の配送のための 料金算定の基準となる料金算出情報を保持しておき、前 記貨物の受領の際、前記端末装置は、前記貨物の重量を 取得し、前記料金算出情報に基づいて基準となる基準料 金の算出を行い、予め荷送人先に配布され、個々の荷送 人毎の特約料金ルールを記憶したＩＣカード (memory stores information) から前記特 約料金ルールを読み出し、読み出した特約料金ルール及 び前記基準料金とに基づいて料金の算出を行うことを特 徴とする請求項１記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理 方法。 JPH11296581A CLAIM 14 【請求項１４】前記拠点システムにおいて、前記貨物情 報全体管理システムから通知される前記到着予定貨物情 報を記憶しておき、該到着予定貨物情報から当該拠点に 到着した貨物の電子タグから読み出した貨物番号を持つ 情報を消去し、前記到着予定貨物情報に含まれる情報の 中に到着予定時刻が現在時刻よりも以前のものが存在す るか判別し、該当する情報 (receiver information) が存在する場合、当該情報中 の貨物番号を含む未着貨物情報を前記貨物情報全体管理 システムに送信し、 前記貨物情報全体管理システムは、前記未着貨物情報を 受信し、未着が通知された貨物番号に基づいて当該貨物 番号を持つ貨物の最新の通貨拠点を前記貨物輸送履歴情 報を検索し、当該拠点に対し前記未着貨物情報を送信す ることを特徴とする請求項７記載の電子タグを用いた貨 物情報管理方法。 JPH11296581A CLAIM 18 【請求項１８】荷送人先から荷受人先に配送される貨物 に関する情報を電子的に保持する電子タグを用い、該電 子タグに保持された情報に基づいて前記貨物の配送管理 を行う貨物輸送における貨物情報の管理方法において、 前記貨物の配送を行う車両に、前記電子タグに対する情 報の読み書きを行うリーダライタ、発店となる拠点及び 着店となる拠点の組合せにより決定される輸送経路に関 する輸送経路情報を保持した記憶装置、作業者による情 報の入力を行う入力装置、及び情報の出力を行う出力装 置を有する車載システムを設け、各拠点での前記車両 (invoice information) へ の荷積みの際に前記車載システムは、前記入力装置によ り当該車両の行き先拠点名の入力を受付け、前記リーダ ライタにより前記車両に積まれる貨物の電子タグに保持 される情報から当該貨物に関する発店名、及び着店名を 取得し、該発店名及び着店名に基づいて当該貨物の輸送 経路を前記輸送経路情報から抽出し、抽出した輸送経路 内に前記入力された行き先拠点が存在するか判別し、前 記輸送経路内の拠点に、前記行き先拠点がない場合に、 前記出力装置より誤荷積みアラームを出力することを特 徴とする電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device (と共に前記) , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (する情報) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information (と共に前記) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (前記車両) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information (経路内) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (データ) or to a second communication (情報内) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11296581A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】前記荷送人先システムにおいて、前記電子 タグへの情報登録ができない場合、前記集荷管理システ ムは、受信した集荷依頼情報に対応した集荷依頼番号を 取得し、前記端末装置に前記集荷依頼番号と共に前記 (shipment conveyance device, handling instruction information) 集 荷依頼情報に含まれる全ての情報を送信し、 前記端末装置は、前記集荷依頼番号と前記集荷依頼情報 を記憶し、前記貨物の受領の際に、前記集荷依頼番号の 入力を受け付け、入力された集荷依頼番号に対応する集 荷依頼情報を前記電子タグに書き込むことを特徴とする 請求項１記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法。 JPH11296581A CLAIM 9 【請求項９】前記貨物情報全体管理システムは、前記貨 物輸送履歴情報内 (second communication, second communication device) の最新の貨物通過情報の作業区分がい ずれかの拠点の出発に該当する作業の場合、当該出発拠 点から前記荷受人先までの輸送経路に含まれる拠点への 到着日時、及び前記荷受人先への配達日時を算定し、該 当拠点の拠点システム、及び前記荷受人先システムに通 知することを特徴とする請求項８記載の電子タグを用い た貨物情報管理方法。 JPH11296581A CLAIM 13 【請求項１３】前記貨物を最も近い将来取り扱う拠点の 決定は、前記貨物に関する前記輸送履歴情報中の最新の 輸送履歴データ (communication device) を参照し、該最新の輸送履歴データが荷 積み完了を示す場合は、最新の輸送履歴データに示され る拠点の次に到着予定の拠点を前記貨物を最も近い将来 取り扱う拠点として決定し、前記最新の輸送履歴データ が荷卸し完了、あるいは、仕分け完了を示す場合は、前 記最新の輸送履歴データに示される拠点を前記貨物を最 も近い将来取り扱う拠点として決定することを特徴とす る請求項１２記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方 法。 JPH11296581A CLAIM 14 【請求項１４】前記拠点システムにおいて、前記貨物情 報全体管理システムから通知される前記到着予定貨物情 報を記憶しておき、該到着予定貨物情報から当該拠点に 到着した貨物の電子タグから読み出した貨物番号を持つ 情報を消去し、前記到着予定貨物情報に含まれる情報の 中に到着予定時刻が現在時刻よりも以前のものが存在す るか判別し、該当する情報 (receiver information) が存在する場合、当該情報中 の貨物番号を含む未着貨物情報を前記貨物情報全体管理 システムに送信し、 前記貨物情報全体管理システムは、前記未着貨物情報を 受信し、未着が通知された貨物番号に基づいて当該貨物 番号を持つ貨物の最新の通貨拠点を前記貨物輸送履歴情 報を検索し、当該拠点に対し前記未着貨物情報を送信す ることを特徴とする請求項７記載の電子タグを用いた貨 物情報管理方法。 JPH11296581A CLAIM 18 【請求項１８】荷送人先から荷受人先に配送される貨物 に関する情報を電子的に保持する電子タグを用い、該電 子タグに保持された情報に基づいて前記貨物の配送管理 を行う貨物輸送における貨物情報の管理方法において、 前記貨物の配送を行う車両に、前記電子タグに対する情 報の読み書きを行うリーダライタ、発店となる拠点及び 着店となる拠点の組合せにより決定される輸送経路に関 する輸送経路情報を保持した記憶装置、作業者による情 報の入力を行う入力装置、及び情報の出力を行う出力装 置を有する車載システムを設け、各拠点での前記車両 (invoice information) へ の荷積みの際に前記車載システムは、前記入力装置によ り当該車両の行き先拠点名の入力を受付け、前記リーダ ライタにより前記車両に積まれる貨物の電子タグに保持 される情報から当該貨物に関する発店名、及び着店名を 取得し、該発店名及び着店名に基づいて当該貨物の輸送 経路を前記輸送経路情報から抽出し、抽出した輸送経路 内に前記入力された行き先拠点が存在するか判別し、前 記輸送経路内 (travel route information) の拠点に、前記行き先拠点がない場合に、 前記出力装置より誤荷積みアラームを出力することを特 徴とする電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 6 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (と共に前記) or the apparatus is a shipping container . |
JPH11296581A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】前記荷送人先システムにおいて、前記電子 タグへの情報登録ができない場合、前記集荷管理システ ムは、受信した集荷依頼情報に対応した集荷依頼番号を 取得し、前記端末装置に前記集荷依頼番号と共に前記 (shipment conveyance device, handling instruction information) 集 荷依頼情報に含まれる全ての情報を送信し、 前記端末装置は、前記集荷依頼番号と前記集荷依頼情報 を記憶し、前記貨物の受領の際に、前記集荷依頼番号の 入力を受け付け、入力された集荷依頼番号に対応する集 荷依頼情報を前記電子タグに書き込むことを特徴とする 請求項１記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 7 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (と共に前記) or the apparatus is a pallet . |
JPH11296581A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】前記荷送人先システムにおいて、前記電子 タグへの情報登録ができない場合、前記集荷管理システ ムは、受信した集荷依頼情報に対応した集荷依頼番号を 取得し、前記端末装置に前記集荷依頼番号と共に前記 (shipment conveyance device, handling instruction information) 集 荷依頼情報に含まれる全ての情報を送信し、 前記端末装置は、前記集荷依頼番号と前記集荷依頼情報 を記憶し、前記貨物の受領の際に、前記集荷依頼番号の 入力を受け付け、入力された集荷依頼番号に対応する集 荷依頼情報を前記電子タグに書き込むことを特徴とする 請求項１記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 8 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (と共に前記) or the apparatus is a piece of luggage . |
JPH11296581A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】前記荷送人先システムにおいて、前記電子 タグへの情報登録ができない場合、前記集荷管理システ ムは、受信した集荷依頼情報に対応した集荷依頼番号を 取得し、前記端末装置に前記集荷依頼番号と共に前記 (shipment conveyance device, handling instruction information) 集 荷依頼情報に含まれる全ての情報を送信し、 前記端末装置は、前記集荷依頼番号と前記集荷依頼情報 を記憶し、前記貨物の受領の際に、前記集荷依頼番号の 入力を受け付け、入力された集荷依頼番号に対応する集 荷依頼情報を前記電子タグに書き込むことを特徴とする 請求項１記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 9 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a display , wherein the display is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device (と共に前記) , wherein the display displays or provides information regarding the shipment conveyance device or information regarding a shipment or transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11296581A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】前記荷送人先システムにおいて、前記電子 タグへの情報登録ができない場合、前記集荷管理システ ムは、受信した集荷依頼情報に対応した集荷依頼番号を 取得し、前記端末装置に前記集荷依頼番号と共に前記 (shipment conveyance device, handling instruction information) 集 荷依頼情報に含まれる全ての情報を送信し、 前記端末装置は、前記集荷依頼番号と前記集荷依頼情報 を記憶し、前記貨物の受領の際に、前記集荷依頼番号の 入力を受け付け、入力された集荷依頼番号に対応する集 荷依頼情報を前記電子タグに書き込むことを特徴とする 請求項１記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 10 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a receiver , wherein the receiver receives the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device (と共に前記) . |
JPH11296581A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】前記荷送人先システムにおいて、前記電子 タグへの情報登録ができない場合、前記集荷管理システ ムは、受信した集荷依頼情報に対応した集荷依頼番号を 取得し、前記端末装置に前記集荷依頼番号と共に前記 (shipment conveyance device, handling instruction information) 集 荷依頼情報に含まれる全ての情報を送信し、 前記端末装置は、前記集荷依頼番号と前記集荷依頼情報 を記憶し、前記貨物の受領の際に、前記集荷依頼番号の 入力を受け付け、入力された集荷依頼番号に対応する集 荷依頼情報を前記電子タグに書き込むことを特徴とする 請求項１記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 11 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding a stop made by a carrier of the shipment conveyance device (と共に前記) or information regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the message contains information regarding an unusual stopping period regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11296581A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】前記荷送人先システムにおいて、前記電子 タグへの情報登録ができない場合、前記集荷管理システ ムは、受信した集荷依頼情報に対応した集荷依頼番号を 取得し、前記端末装置に前記集荷依頼番号と共に前記 (shipment conveyance device, handling instruction information) 集 荷依頼情報に含まれる全ての情報を送信し、 前記端末装置は、前記集荷依頼番号と前記集荷依頼情報 を記憶し、前記貨物の受領の際に、前記集荷依頼番号の 入力を受け付け、入力された集荷依頼番号に対応する集 荷依頼情報を前記電子タグに書き込むことを特徴とする 請求項１記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device (と共に前記) , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11296581A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】前記荷送人先システムにおいて、前記電子 タグへの情報登録ができない場合、前記集荷管理システ ムは、受信した集荷依頼情報に対応した集荷依頼番号を 取得し、前記端末装置に前記集荷依頼番号と共に前記 (shipment conveyance device, handling instruction information) 集 荷依頼情報に含まれる全ての情報を送信し、 前記端末装置は、前記集荷依頼番号と前記集荷依頼情報 を記憶し、前記貨物の受領の際に、前記集荷依頼番号の 入力を受け付け、入力された集荷依頼番号に対応する集 荷依頼情報を前記電子タグに書き込むことを特徴とする 請求項１記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (データ) . |
JPH11296581A CLAIM 13 【請求項１３】前記貨物を最も近い将来取り扱う拠点の 決定は、前記貨物に関する前記輸送履歴情報中の最新の 輸送履歴データ (communication device) を参照し、該最新の輸送履歴データが荷 積み完了を示す場合は、最新の輸送履歴データに示され る拠点の次に到着予定の拠点を前記貨物を最も近い将来 取り扱う拠点として決定し、前記最新の輸送履歴データ が荷卸し完了、あるいは、仕分け完了を示す場合は、前 記最新の輸送履歴データに示される拠点を前記貨物を最 も近い将来取り扱う拠点として決定することを特徴とす る請求項１２記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方 法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 15 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of a deviation from a pre-determined shipment or transportation route associated with a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device (と共に前記) . |
JPH11296581A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】前記荷送人先システムにおいて、前記電子 タグへの情報登録ができない場合、前記集荷管理システ ムは、受信した集荷依頼情報に対応した集荷依頼番号を 取得し、前記端末装置に前記集荷依頼番号と共に前記 (shipment conveyance device, handling instruction information) 集 荷依頼情報に含まれる全ての情報を送信し、 前記端末装置は、前記集荷依頼番号と前記集荷依頼情報 を記憶し、前記貨物の受領の際に、前記集荷依頼番号の 入力を受け付け、入力された集荷依頼番号に対応する集 荷依頼情報を前記電子タグに書き込むことを特徴とする 請求項１記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 16 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of an unauthorized carrier or a wrong carrier shipping or transporting the shipment conveyance device (と共に前記) or a detection of an unauthorized receiver of the shipment conveyance device or a wrong receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11296581A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】前記荷送人先システムにおいて、前記電子 タグへの情報登録ができない場合、前記集荷管理システ ムは、受信した集荷依頼情報に対応した集荷依頼番号を 取得し、前記端末装置に前記集荷依頼番号と共に前記 (shipment conveyance device, handling instruction information) 集 荷依頼情報に含まれる全ての情報を送信し、 前記端末装置は、前記集荷依頼番号と前記集荷依頼情報 を記憶し、前記貨物の受領の際に、前記集荷依頼番号の 入力を受け付け、入力された集荷依頼番号に対応する集 荷依頼情報を前記電子タグに書き込むことを特徴とする 請求項１記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device (と共に前記) , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11296581A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】前記荷送人先システムにおいて、前記電子 タグへの情報登録ができない場合、前記集荷管理システ ムは、受信した集荷依頼情報に対応した集荷依頼番号を 取得し、前記端末装置に前記集荷依頼番号と共に前記 (shipment conveyance device, handling instruction information) 集 荷依頼情報に含まれる全ての情報を送信し、 前記端末装置は、前記集荷依頼番号と前記集荷依頼情報 を記憶し、前記貨物の受領の際に、前記集荷依頼番号の 入力を受け付け、入力された集荷依頼番号に対応する集 荷依頼情報を前記電子タグに書き込むことを特徴とする 請求項１記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 18 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise to an insurance claim regarding the shipment conveyance device (と共に前記) , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
JPH11296581A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】前記荷送人先システムにおいて、前記電子 タグへの情報登録ができない場合、前記集荷管理システ ムは、受信した集荷依頼情報に対応した集荷依頼番号を 取得し、前記端末装置に前記集荷依頼番号と共に前記 (shipment conveyance device, handling instruction information) 集 荷依頼情報に含まれる全ての情報を送信し、 前記端末装置は、前記集荷依頼番号と前記集荷依頼情報 を記憶し、前記貨物の受領の際に、前記集荷依頼番号の 入力を受け付け、入力された集荷依頼番号に対応する集 荷依頼情報を前記電子タグに書き込むことを特徴とする 請求項１記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 21 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device (と共に前記) . |
JPH11296581A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】前記荷送人先システムにおいて、前記電子 タグへの情報登録ができない場合、前記集荷管理システ ムは、受信した集荷依頼情報に対応した集荷依頼番号を 取得し、前記端末装置に前記集荷依頼番号と共に前記 (shipment conveyance device, handling instruction information) 集 荷依頼情報に含まれる全ての情報を送信し、 前記端末装置は、前記集荷依頼番号と前記集荷依頼情報 を記憶し、前記貨物の受領の際に、前記集荷依頼番号の 入力を受け付け、入力された集荷依頼番号に対応する集 荷依頼情報を前記電子タグに書き込むことを特徴とする 請求項１記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device (と共に前記) , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11296581A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】前記荷送人先システムにおいて、前記電子 タグへの情報登録ができない場合、前記集荷管理システ ムは、受信した集荷依頼情報に対応した集荷依頼番号を 取得し、前記端末装置に前記集荷依頼番号と共に前記 (shipment conveyance device, handling instruction information) 集 荷依頼情報に含まれる全ての情報を送信し、 前記端末装置は、前記集荷依頼番号と前記集荷依頼情報 を記憶し、前記貨物の受領の際に、前記集荷依頼番号の 入力を受け付け、入力された集荷依頼番号に対応する集 荷依頼情報を前記電子タグに書き込むことを特徴とする 請求項１記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (データ) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11296581A CLAIM 13 【請求項１３】前記貨物を最も近い将来取り扱う拠点の 決定は、前記貨物に関する前記輸送履歴情報中の最新の 輸送履歴データ (communication device) を参照し、該最新の輸送履歴データが荷 積み完了を示す場合は、最新の輸送履歴データに示され る拠点の次に到着予定の拠点を前記貨物を最も近い将来 取り扱う拠点として決定し、前記最新の輸送履歴データ が荷卸し完了、あるいは、仕分け完了を示す場合は、前 記最新の輸送履歴データに示される拠点を前記貨物を最 も近い将来取り扱う拠点として決定することを特徴とす る請求項１２記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方 法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (カード) regarding the piece of luggage . |
JPH11296581A CLAIM 6 【請求項６】前記端末装置に、前記貨物の配送のための 料金算定の基準となる料金算出情報を保持しておき、前 記貨物の受領の際、前記端末装置は、前記貨物の重量を 取得し、前記料金算出情報に基づいて基準となる基準料 金の算出を行い、予め荷送人先に配布され、個々の荷送 人毎の特約料金ルールを記憶したＩＣカード (memory stores information) から前記特 約料金ルールを読み出し、読み出した特約料金ルール及 び前記基準料金とに基づいて料金の算出を行うことを特 徴とする請求項１記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理 方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (データ) . |
JPH11296581A CLAIM 13 【請求項１３】前記貨物を最も近い将来取り扱う拠点の 決定は、前記貨物に関する前記輸送履歴情報中の最新の 輸送履歴データ (communication device) を参照し、該最新の輸送履歴データが荷 積み完了を示す場合は、最新の輸送履歴データに示され る拠点の次に到着予定の拠点を前記貨物を最も近い将来 取り扱う拠点として決定し、前記最新の輸送履歴データ が荷卸し完了、あるいは、仕分け完了を示す場合は、前 記最新の輸送履歴データに示される拠点を前記貨物を最 も近い将来取り扱う拠点として決定することを特徴とす る請求項１２記載の電子タグを用いた貨物情報管理方 法。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US6148291A Filed: 1998-01-26 Issued: 2000-11-14 Container and inventory monitoring methods and systems (Original Assignee) K and T of Lorain Ltd (Current Assignee) WIRELESS MEDIA INNOVATIONS LLC ; K and T of Lorain Ltd Joseph E. Radican |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container (shipping containers) , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6148291A CLAIM 1 . A computerized system for monitoring and recording location and load status of shipping containers (shipping container) relative to a facility with an associated yard defined by a boundary within which containers are to be monitored by the system , and a controlled entry point to the boundary , the system comprising : means for recording identification codes of containers which enter the boundary , means for communicating and recording information on movements , location and load status of containers within the boundary in response to movement and changes in location and load status of containers made according to instructions received from the facility , means for generating reports of recorded information on locations and load status of containers within the boundary , and means for generating reports on container locations and load status relative to designated docks associated with a facility . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container (shipping containers) , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6148291A CLAIM 1 . A computerized system for monitoring and recording location and load status of shipping containers (shipping container) relative to a facility with an associated yard defined by a boundary within which containers are to be monitored by the system , and a controlled entry point to the boundary , the system comprising : means for recording identification codes of containers which enter the boundary , means for communicating and recording information on movements , location and load status of containers within the boundary in response to movement and changes in location and load status of containers made according to instructions received from the facility , means for generating reports of recorded information on locations and load status of containers within the boundary , and means for generating reports on container locations and load status relative to designated docks associated with a facility . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement (dwell time) regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US6148291A CLAIM 4 . The system of claim 1 wherein movements of containers within the boundary are recorded in the form of a dock activity report which for a designated dock on a designated day records an identity of a container brought to the dock , an inbound load status of the container and an outbound load status of the container , an in dock time and an exit dock time , and a dock dwell time (temperature requirement, transportation temperature requirement) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 6 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device or the apparatus is a shipping container (shipping containers) . |
US6148291A CLAIM 1 . A computerized system for monitoring and recording location and load status of shipping containers (shipping container) relative to a facility with an associated yard defined by a boundary within which containers are to be monitored by the system , and a controlled entry point to the boundary , the system comprising : means for recording identification codes of containers which enter the boundary , means for communicating and recording information on movements , location and load status of containers within the boundary in response to movement and changes in location and load status of containers made according to instructions received from the facility , means for generating reports of recorded information on locations and load status of containers within the boundary , and means for generating reports on container locations and load status relative to designated docks associated with a facility . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 19 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipping container (shipping containers) , the pallet , or the piece of luggage , is a refrigerated container , a heated container , or an insulated container . |
US6148291A CLAIM 1 . A computerized system for monitoring and recording location and load status of shipping containers (shipping container) relative to a facility with an associated yard defined by a boundary within which containers are to be monitored by the system , and a controlled entry point to the boundary , the system comprising : means for recording identification codes of containers which enter the boundary , means for communicating and recording information on movements , location and load status of containers within the boundary in response to movement and changes in location and load status of containers made according to instructions received from the facility , means for generating reports of recorded information on locations and load status of containers within the boundary , and means for generating reports on container locations and load status relative to designated docks associated with a facility . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US6151606A Filed: 1998-01-16 Issued: 2000-11-21 System and method for using a workspace data manager to access, manipulate and synchronize network data (Original Assignee) Good Technology Corp (Current Assignee) FB COMMERCIAL FINANCE Inc ; BlackBerry Ltd Daniel J. Mendez |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container (medium storing program) , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (readable storage) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (provides access) , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6151606A CLAIM 17 . The system of claim 11 , wherein the workspace data manager provides access (shipper information) to its only interface to enable presentation of the downloaded data . US6151606A CLAIM 21 . A computer-readable storage (memory stores information) medium storing program (shipping container) code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : executing a workspace data manager on an untrusted client site ; requesting the workspace data manager to access data temporarily from a remote site , the remote site being connected via a network to the untrusted client site ; initiating a communications channel with the remote site ; downloading data from the remote site ; placing the data in temporary storage on the untrusted client site ; using the workspace data manager to present the downloaded data ; and automatically disabling the untrusted client site from accessing at least a portion of the downloaded data after a user has finished using the data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container (medium storing program) , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6151606A CLAIM 21 . A computer-readable storage medium storing program (shipping container) code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : executing a workspace data manager on an untrusted client site ; requesting the workspace data manager to access data temporarily from a remote site , the remote site being connected via a network to the untrusted client site ; initiating a communications channel with the remote site ; downloading data from the remote site ; placing the data in temporary storage on the untrusted client site ; using the workspace data manager to present the downloaded data ; and automatically disabling the untrusted client site from accessing at least a portion of the downloaded data after a user has finished using the data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (readable storage) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (provides access) , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US6151606A CLAIM 17 . The system of claim 11 , wherein the workspace data manager provides access (shipper information) to its only interface to enable presentation of the downloaded data . US6151606A CLAIM 21 . A computer-readable storage (memory stores information) medium storing program code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : executing a workspace data manager on an untrusted client site ; requesting the workspace data manager to access data temporarily from a remote site , the remote site being connected via a network to the untrusted client site ; initiating a communications channel with the remote site ; downloading data from the remote site ; placing the data in temporary storage on the untrusted client site ; using the workspace data manager to present the downloaded data ; and automatically disabling the untrusted client site from accessing at least a portion of the downloaded data after a user has finished using the data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information (provides access) regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US6151606A CLAIM 17 . The system of claim 11 , wherein the workspace data manager provides access (shipper information) to its only interface to enable presentation of the downloaded data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 6 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device or the apparatus is a shipping container (medium storing program) . |
US6151606A CLAIM 21 . A computer-readable storage medium storing program (shipping container) code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : executing a workspace data manager on an untrusted client site ; requesting the workspace data manager to access data temporarily from a remote site , the remote site being connected via a network to the untrusted client site ; initiating a communications channel with the remote site ; downloading data from the remote site ; placing the data in temporary storage on the untrusted client site ; using the workspace data manager to present the downloaded data ; and automatically disabling the untrusted client site from accessing at least a portion of the downloaded data after a user has finished using the data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 19 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipping container (medium storing program) , the pallet , or the piece of luggage , is a refrigerated container , a heated container , or an insulated container . |
US6151606A CLAIM 21 . A computer-readable storage medium storing program (shipping container) code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : executing a workspace data manager on an untrusted client site ; requesting the workspace data manager to access data temporarily from a remote site , the remote site being connected via a network to the untrusted client site ; initiating a communications channel with the remote site ; downloading data from the remote site ; placing the data in temporary storage on the untrusted client site ; using the workspace data manager to present the downloaded data ; and automatically disabling the untrusted client site from accessing at least a portion of the downloaded data after a user has finished using the data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (readable storage) regarding the piece of luggage . |
US6151606A CLAIM 21 . A computer-readable storage (memory stores information) medium storing program code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : executing a workspace data manager on an untrusted client site ; requesting the workspace data manager to access data temporarily from a remote site , the remote site being connected via a network to the untrusted client site ; initiating a communications channel with the remote site ; downloading data from the remote site ; placing the data in temporary storage on the untrusted client site ; using the workspace data manager to present the downloaded data ; and automatically disabling the untrusted client site from accessing at least a portion of the downloaded data after a user has finished using the data . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5959577A Filed: 1997-08-28 Issued: 1999-09-28 Method and structure for distribution of travel information using network (Original Assignee) Vectorlink Inc (Current Assignee) Trimble Inc ; Road Inc Rodric C. Fan, Amin A. Mufti |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (said receiver) , shipper information , destination information (data source) , receiver information (wireless transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5959577A CLAIM 1 . A vehicle locating system comprising : a data processing station connected to a data network accessible by wireless communication , said data processing station having a database including maps ; and a mobile unit including a global positioning system (GPS) receiver and a wireless transmitter (receiver information) , said receiver (sender information) receiving positional information from GPS satellites and transmitting said positional information to said data processing station via said data network ; wherein when said data processing station receives said positional information , said data processing station computes a measured position for said mobile unit , stores said measured position of said mobile unit in said database , associates said measured position of said mobile unit with a map in said database , creates from said may a second map embedded therein a marker indicating said measured position of said mobile unit , and provides said second map for display through a data network . US5959577A CLAIM 9 . A vehicle locating system of claim 1 , wherein said data processing unit receives correctional data from a differential correction data source (destination information) , wherein said data processing station computes a corrected measured position of said mobile unit using said correctional and said positional information received from said mobile unit . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (said receiver) , shipper information , destination information (data source) , receiver information (wireless transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5959577A CLAIM 1 . A vehicle locating system comprising : a data processing station connected to a data network accessible by wireless communication , said data processing station having a database including maps ; and a mobile unit including a global positioning system (GPS) receiver and a wireless transmitter (receiver information) , said receiver (sender information) receiving positional information from GPS satellites and transmitting said positional information to said data processing station via said data network ; wherein when said data processing station receives said positional information , said data processing station computes a measured position for said mobile unit , stores said measured position of said mobile unit in said database , associates said measured position of said mobile unit with a map in said database , creates from said may a second map embedded therein a marker indicating said measured position of said mobile unit , and provides said second map for display through a data network . US5959577A CLAIM 9 . A vehicle locating system of claim 1 , wherein said data processing unit receives correctional data from a differential correction data source (destination information) , wherein said data processing station computes a corrected measured position of said mobile unit using said correctional and said positional information received from said mobile unit . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (said receiver) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (data source) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (wireless transmitter) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5959577A CLAIM 1 . A vehicle locating system comprising : a data processing station connected to a data network accessible by wireless communication , said data processing station having a database including maps ; and a mobile unit including a global positioning system (GPS) receiver and a wireless transmitter (receiver information) , said receiver (sender information) receiving positional information from GPS satellites and transmitting said positional information to said data processing station via said data network ; wherein when said data processing station receives said positional information , said data processing station computes a measured position for said mobile unit , stores said measured position of said mobile unit in said database , associates said measured position of said mobile unit with a map in said database , creates from said may a second map embedded therein a marker indicating said measured position of said mobile unit , and provides said second map for display through a data network . US5959577A CLAIM 9 . A vehicle locating system of claim 1 , wherein said data processing unit receives correctional data from a differential correction data source (destination information) , wherein said data processing station computes a corrected measured position of said mobile unit using said correctional and said positional information received from said mobile unit . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (wireless data communication) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5959577A CLAIM 28 . A vehicle locating system in claim 14 further comprises a monitor unit , wherein said monitor unit is installed on a moving vehicle and is connected to said data network through a wireless data communication (inputting information) link . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (wireless data communication) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5959577A CLAIM 28 . A vehicle locating system in claim 14 further comprises a monitor unit , wherein said monitor unit is installed on a moving vehicle and is connected to said data network through a wireless data communication (inputting information) link . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US6028537A Filed: 1997-06-13 Issued: 2000-02-22 Vehicle communication and remote control system (Original Assignee) Prince Corp USA (Current Assignee) Visteon Global Technologies Inc Michael J. Suman, Thomas L. Welling, Mark L. Zeinstra, Ruskin T. Lhamon, Matthew T. Nichelson |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (identification data, remote location) , shipper information , destination information (identification data, remote location) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (identification data, remote location) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6028537A CLAIM 4 . The system as defined in claim 2 , wherein said user interface includes a microphone coupled to said cellular transceiver to allow a user to communicate with a remote location (sender information, invoice information, apparatus stores information, destination information) . US6028537A CLAIM 16 . A vehicle communication and control system comprising : a transceiver for sending and receiving RF signals including messages , location data , vehicle-identification data (sender information, invoice information, apparatus stores information, destination information) , information requests , and control codes ; a processor coupled to said transceiver for supplying messages , location data , vehicle-identification data , information requests , and control codes to said transceiver for transmission from the vehicle , and for receiving and processing messages , location data , vehicle-identification data , information requests , and control codes intended for the vehicle ; a location identifying sensor coupled to said processor for supplying vehicle location data representing a current detected location of the vehicle ; memory means coupled to said processor for storing and supplying vehicle-identification data to said processor for transmission ; a user interface coupled to said processor for providing information to a user , and for enabling a user to input commands to be executed by said processor , said user interface including a display coupled to said processor for displaying information to a user ; an electronic compass system coupled to said processor for generating vehicle heading data , wherein said processor supplies vehicle heading information to said user interface for output to a user ; and vehicle bus interface for coupling said processor to a vehicle bus to enable said processor to issue and receive commands and other information from vehicle accessories and components coupled to the vehicle bus , wherein said processor is adapted to : transmit an emergency message in response to a received command through said transceiver , the emergency message including the vehicle location data received from said location identifying sensor , transmit vehicle location data through said transceiver in response to a tracking request signal received by said transceiver , request and receive diagnostic data from a diagnostic database connected to the vehicle bus through said vehicle bus interface and transmit the received diagnostic data through said transceiver in response to a request for such diagnostic data , supply text messages that are received through said transceiver to said user interface for retrieval by a user , transmit text messages through said transceiver in response to commands received from said user interface , transmit a request for roadside assistance through said transceiver in response to a roadside assistance command , the request including the vehicle location data received from said location identifying sensor , transmit an accessory control signal through said vehicle bus interface to control a designated accessory connected to the vehicle bus in response to a command received from a remote source through said transceiver , and transmit vehicle-identification data stored in said memory means through said transceiver in response to a received command . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (identification data, remote location) , shipper information , destination information (identification data, remote location) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (identification data, remote location) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US6028537A CLAIM 4 . The system as defined in claim 2 , wherein said user interface includes a microphone coupled to said cellular transceiver to allow a user to communicate with a remote location (sender information, invoice information, apparatus stores information, destination information) . US6028537A CLAIM 16 . A vehicle communication and control system comprising : a transceiver for sending and receiving RF signals including messages , location data , vehicle-identification data (sender information, invoice information, apparatus stores information, destination information) , information requests , and control codes ; a processor coupled to said transceiver for supplying messages , location data , vehicle-identification data , information requests , and control codes to said transceiver for transmission from the vehicle , and for receiving and processing messages , location data , vehicle-identification data , information requests , and control codes intended for the vehicle ; a location identifying sensor coupled to said processor for supplying vehicle location data representing a current detected location of the vehicle ; memory means coupled to said processor for storing and supplying vehicle-identification data to said processor for transmission ; a user interface coupled to said processor for providing information to a user , and for enabling a user to input commands to be executed by said processor , said user interface including a display coupled to said processor for displaying information to a user ; an electronic compass system coupled to said processor for generating vehicle heading data , wherein said processor supplies vehicle heading information to said user interface for output to a user ; and vehicle bus interface for coupling said processor to a vehicle bus to enable said processor to issue and receive commands and other information from vehicle accessories and components coupled to the vehicle bus , wherein said processor is adapted to : transmit an emergency message in response to a received command through said transceiver , the emergency message including the vehicle location data received from said location identifying sensor , transmit vehicle location data through said transceiver in response to a tracking request signal received by said transceiver , request and receive diagnostic data from a diagnostic database connected to the vehicle bus through said vehicle bus interface and transmit the received diagnostic data through said transceiver in response to a request for such diagnostic data , supply text messages that are received through said transceiver to said user interface for retrieval by a user , transmit text messages through said transceiver in response to commands received from said user interface , transmit a request for roadside assistance through said transceiver in response to a roadside assistance command , the request including the vehicle location data received from said location identifying sensor , transmit an accessory control signal through said vehicle bus interface to control a designated accessory connected to the vehicle bus in response to a command received from a remote source through said transceiver , and transmit vehicle-identification data stored in said memory means through said transceiver in response to a received command . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (identification data, remote location) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (identification data, remote location) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (identification data, remote location) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information (identification data, remote location) regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message (received command, telephone calls) to the communication device or to a second communication (received command, telephone calls) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US6028537A CLAIM 1 . A vehicle communication and control system comprising : a transceiver for sending and receiving RF signals including messages , location data , information requests , and control codes ; a processor coupled to said transceiver for supplying messages , location data , information requests , and control codes to said transceiver for transmission from the vehicle , and for receiving and processing messages , location data , information requests , and control codes intended for the vehicle ; a location identifying sensor coupled to said processor for supplying vehicle location data representing a current detected location of the vehicle ; a user interface coupled to said processor for providing information to a user , and for enabling a user to input commands to be executed by said processor ; and vehicle bus interface for coupling said processor to a vehicle bus to enable said processor to issue and receive commands and other information from vehicle accessories and components coupled to the vehicle bus , wherein said processor is adapted to : transmit an emergency message in response to a received command (second message, second communication) through said transceiver , the emergency message including the vehicle location data received from said location identifying sensor , transmit vehicle location data through said transceiver in response to a tracking request signal received by said transceiver , request and receive diagnostic data from a diagnostic database connected to the vehicle bus through said vehicle bus interface and transmit the received diagnostic data through said transceiver in response to a request for such diagnostic data , transmit a request for roadside assistance through said transceiver in response to a roadside assistance command , the request including the vehicle location data received from said location identifying sensor , transmit an accessory control signal through said vehicle bus interface to control a designated accessory connected to the vehicle bus in response to a command received from a remote source through said transceiver . US6028537A CLAIM 4 . The system as defined in claim 2 , wherein said user interface includes a microphone coupled to said cellular transceiver to allow a user to communicate with a remote location (sender information, invoice information, apparatus stores information, destination information) . US6028537A CLAIM 13 . The system as defined in claim 1 and further including a handset coupling port for coupling a telephone handset to said transceiver for making and receiving telephone calls (second message, second communication) through said transceiver . US6028537A CLAIM 16 . A vehicle communication and control system comprising : a transceiver for sending and receiving RF signals including messages , location data , vehicle-identification data (sender information, invoice information, apparatus stores information, destination information) , information requests , and control codes ; a processor coupled to said transceiver for supplying messages , location data , vehicle-identification data , information requests , and control codes to said transceiver for transmission from the vehicle , and for receiving and processing messages , location data , vehicle-identification data , information requests , and control codes intended for the vehicle ; a location identifying sensor coupled to said processor for supplying vehicle location data representing a current detected location of the vehicle ; memory means coupled to said processor for storing and supplying vehicle-identification data to said processor for transmission ; a user interface coupled to said processor for providing information to a user , and for enabling a user to input commands to be executed by said processor , said user interface including a display coupled to said processor for displaying information to a user ; an electronic compass system coupled to said processor for generating vehicle heading data , wherein said processor supplies vehicle heading information to said user interface for output to a user ; and vehicle bus interface for coupling said processor to a vehicle bus to enable said processor to issue and receive commands and other information from vehicle accessories and components coupled to the vehicle bus , wherein said processor is adapted to : transmit an emergency message in response to a received command through said transceiver , the emergency message including the vehicle location data received from said location identifying sensor , transmit vehicle location data through said transceiver in response to a tracking request signal received by said transceiver , request and receive diagnostic data from a diagnostic database connected to the vehicle bus through said vehicle bus interface and transmit the received diagnostic data through said transceiver in response to a request for such diagnostic data , supply text messages that are received through said transceiver to said user interface for retrieval by a user , transmit text messages through said transceiver in response to commands received from said user interface , transmit a request for roadside assistance through said transceiver in response to a roadside assistance command , the request including the vehicle location data received from said location identifying sensor , transmit an accessory control signal through said vehicle bus interface to control a designated accessory connected to the vehicle bus in response to a command received from a remote source through said transceiver , and transmit vehicle-identification data stored in said memory means through said transceiver in response to a received command . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US6023708A Filed: 1997-05-29 Issued: 2000-02-08 System and method for using a global translator to synchronize workspace elements across a network (Original Assignee) Good Technology Corp (Current Assignee) FB COMMERCIAL FINANCE Inc ; Good Technology Corp Daniel J. Mendez, Mark D. Riggins, Prasad Wagle, Christine C. Ying |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container (medium storing program) , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (readable storage) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6023708A CLAIM 34 . A computer-readable storage (memory stores information) medium storing program (shipping container) code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : accessing a first store storing a first workspace element in a first format ; accessing a second store storing a second workspace element which is an independently modifiable copy of the first workspace element in a second format ; synchronizing the first workspace element and the second workspace element ; and translating between the first format and the second format . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container (medium storing program) , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6023708A CLAIM 34 . A computer-readable storage medium storing program (shipping container) code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : accessing a first store storing a first workspace element in a first format ; accessing a second store storing a second workspace element which is an independently modifiable copy of the first workspace element in a second format ; synchronizing the first workspace element and the second workspace element ; and translating between the first format and the second format . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (readable storage) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US6023708A CLAIM 34 . A computer-readable storage (memory stores information) medium storing program code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : accessing a first store storing a first workspace element in a first format ; accessing a second store storing a second workspace element which is an independently modifiable copy of the first workspace element in a second format ; synchronizing the first workspace element and the second workspace element ; and translating between the first format and the second format . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 6 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device or the apparatus is a shipping container (medium storing program) . |
US6023708A CLAIM 34 . A computer-readable storage medium storing program (shipping container) code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : accessing a first store storing a first workspace element in a first format ; accessing a second store storing a second workspace element which is an independently modifiable copy of the first workspace element in a second format ; synchronizing the first workspace element and the second workspace element ; and translating between the first format and the second format . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 19 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipping container (medium storing program) , the pallet , or the piece of luggage , is a refrigerated container , a heated container , or an insulated container . |
US6023708A CLAIM 34 . A computer-readable storage medium storing program (shipping container) code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : accessing a first store storing a first workspace element in a first format ; accessing a second store storing a second workspace element which is an independently modifiable copy of the first workspace element in a second format ; synchronizing the first workspace element and the second workspace element ; and translating between the first format and the second format . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (readable storage) regarding the piece of luggage . |
US6023708A CLAIM 34 . A computer-readable storage (memory stores information) medium storing program code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : accessing a first store storing a first workspace element in a first format ; accessing a second store storing a second workspace element which is an independently modifiable copy of the first workspace element in a second format ; synchronizing the first workspace element and the second workspace element ; and translating between the first format and the second format . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5949345A Filed: 1997-05-27 Issued: 1999-09-07 Displaying computer information to a driver of a vehicle (Original Assignee) Microsoft Corp (Current Assignee) Microsoft Technology Licensing LLC Richard D. Beckert, Mark M. Moeller, Li Zhou |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (readable storage) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (second sensor) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5949345A CLAIM 7 . A vehicle computer system as recited in claim 1 , further comprising ; a first sensor that detects when the vehicle is moving ; a second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) that detects a vehicle control state indicating a potential for vehicle movement ; wherein the operating system is responsive to the sensors to allow display of non-driving-related information to the driver when both of the following conditions are true : (a) the first sensor indicates that the vehicle is not moving and (b) the second sensor indicates that there is no potential for vehicle movement . US5949345A CLAIM 12 . A computer-readable storage (memory stores information) medium containing an application program that is to be executed by a vehicle computer system , the application program having instructions for performing steps comprising : interacting with an operating system to open one or more display windows ; indicating to the operating system whether respective windows are driving-related and whether the windows are to be displayed to the driver when the vehicle is moving , wherein non-driving-related windows are not to be displayed to a driver of a vehicle when the vehicle is moving . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (second sensor) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5949345A CLAIM 7 . A vehicle computer system as recited in claim 1 , further comprising ; a first sensor that detects when the vehicle is moving ; a second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) that detects a vehicle control state indicating a potential for vehicle movement ; wherein the operating system is responsive to the sensors to allow display of non-driving-related information to the driver when both of the following conditions are true : (a) the first sensor indicates that the vehicle is not moving and (b) the second sensor indicates that there is no potential for vehicle movement . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (readable storage) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5949345A CLAIM 12 . A computer-readable storage (memory stores information) medium containing an application program that is to be executed by a vehicle computer system , the application program having instructions for performing steps comprising : interacting with an operating system to open one or more display windows ; indicating to the operating system whether respective windows are driving-related and whether the windows are to be displayed to the driver when the vehicle is moving , wherein non-driving-related windows are not to be displayed to a driver of a vehicle when the vehicle is moving . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (second sensor) or to a second communication (second sensor) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5949345A CLAIM 7 . A vehicle computer system as recited in claim 1 , further comprising ; a first sensor that detects when the vehicle is moving ; a second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) that detects a vehicle control state indicating a potential for vehicle movement ; wherein the operating system is responsive to the sensors to allow display of non-driving-related information to the driver when both of the following conditions are true : (a) the first sensor indicates that the vehicle is not moving and (b) the second sensor indicates that there is no potential for vehicle movement . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (second sensor) . |
US5949345A CLAIM 7 . A vehicle computer system as recited in claim 1 , further comprising ; a first sensor that detects when the vehicle is moving ; a second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) that detects a vehicle control state indicating a potential for vehicle movement ; wherein the operating system is responsive to the sensors to allow display of non-driving-related information to the driver when both of the following conditions are true : (a) the first sensor indicates that the vehicle is not moving and (b) the second sensor indicates that there is no potential for vehicle movement . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (second sensor) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5949345A CLAIM 7 . A vehicle computer system as recited in claim 1 , further comprising ; a first sensor that detects when the vehicle is moving ; a second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) that detects a vehicle control state indicating a potential for vehicle movement ; wherein the operating system is responsive to the sensors to allow display of non-driving-related information to the driver when both of the following conditions are true : (a) the first sensor indicates that the vehicle is not moving and (b) the second sensor indicates that there is no potential for vehicle movement . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (readable storage) regarding the piece of luggage . |
US5949345A CLAIM 12 . A computer-readable storage (memory stores information) medium containing an application program that is to be executed by a vehicle computer system , the application program having instructions for performing steps comprising : interacting with an operating system to open one or more display windows ; indicating to the operating system whether respective windows are driving-related and whether the windows are to be displayed to the driver when the vehicle is moving , wherein non-driving-related windows are not to be displayed to a driver of a vehicle when the vehicle is moving . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (second sensor) . |
US5949345A CLAIM 7 . A vehicle computer system as recited in claim 1 , further comprising ; a first sensor that detects when the vehicle is moving ; a second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) that detects a vehicle control state indicating a potential for vehicle movement ; wherein the operating system is responsive to the sensors to allow display of non-driving-related information to the driver when both of the following conditions are true : (a) the first sensor indicates that the vehicle is not moving and (b) the second sensor indicates that there is no potential for vehicle movement . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US6084510A Filed: 1997-04-18 Issued: 2000-07-04 Danger warning and emergency response system and method (Original Assignee) Lemelson; Jerome H.; Pedersen; Robert D. Jerome H. Lemelson, Robert D. Pedersen |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device (electronic data) , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (control data transfer) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (transmission signal, second transmitter, radio transmitter, first transmitter) , handling instruction information (received signal) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (particular structure) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6084510A CLAIM 1 . A method of providing an automated , wide area , danger warning and emergency response comprising the steps of : (a) detecting a dangerous situation from a detection location , (b) transmitting information signals describing the dangerous situation from the detection location via radio transmission signal (receiver information) s to a control center for analysis , analyzing the received information signals in the control center in computer systems employing expert system technology , (d) determining in the control center the degree of danger and its geographic extent based on analysis of the received information signals , (e) generating in the control center a danger warning and emergency response including a danger index indicating a degree of danger within at least one geographic area , (f) broadcasting the danger warning and emergency response from the control center to a plurality of remotely located warning devices each of which has a GPS receiver and the ability to calculate its own location in GPS coordinates , (g) receiving via the broadcast signals the danger warning and emergency response in the remotely located warning devices , and comparing in each remotely located warning device the coordinates of the dangerous situation with its own GPS coordinates for determining the extent to which each remotely located warning device is in danger , and (h) automatically issuing from each remotely located warning device a warning corresponding to the extent to which the issuing remotely located warning device is in danger . US6084510A CLAIM 29 . The method of claim 1 wherein the generating step further includes the step of : defining a vulnerability index for a particular area depending upon the presence of a particular structure (transportation temperature) , natural resource , or population density of the area . US6084510A CLAIM 43 . The method of claim 1 further comprising the step of : determining that the remotely located warning device is located within the geographic area defined by the GPS coordinates of the dangerous situation , and , then , activating warning signals indicating the degree of danger which was communicated via the danger index in the received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) s . US6084510A CLAIM 58 . The method of claim 57 further comprising the step of : identifying in the emergency message the danger and its position from the display screen based on information resulting from a comparison of electronic data (shipment conveyance device) from different sources occurring within the television receiver . US6084510A CLAIM 80 . An automated , wide area , danger warning and emergency response system comprising : (a) a surveillance platform located at a detection location supporting a first device for detecting a dangerous situation , (b) a first transmitter (receiver information) for sending information signals describing the dangerous situation from the surveillance platform via radio transmission signals to a control center for analysis , a computer system in the control center employing expert system technology for analyzing the received information signals , (d) a computer system in the control center for determining a degree of danger and its geographic extent based on the analysis of the received information signals , and for generating a danger warning and emergency response including a danger index indicating a degree of danger within at least one geographic area , (e) a second transmitter (receiver information) for broadcasting the danger warning and emergency response from the control center to a plurality of remotely located warning devices each of which has a GPS receiver and the ability to calculate its own location in GPS coordinates , (f) a receiver in each of the remotely located warning devices for receiving via the broadcast signals the danger warning and emergency response and for comparing in each remotely located warning device the coordinates of the dangerous situation with its own GPS coordinates for determining the extent to which each remotely located warning device is in danger , and (g) a second device coupled to each remotely located warning device for automatically issuing a warning corresponding to the extent to which the issuing remotely located warning device is in danger . US6084510A CLAIM 126 . An automated , wide area , danger warning and emergency response system for multiple population areas comprising : (a) a plurality of surveillance platforms each supporting one or more first devices for detecting a dangerous situation , (b) a first transmitter for sending information signals describing the dangerous situation from the surveillance platform via radio transmission signals to a warning command control center , a computer system at the warning command control center employing expert system technology for analyzing the received information signals , (d) a computer system at the warning command control center for determining a degree of danger and its geographic extent based on the analysis of the received information signals , and for generating a danger warning and emergency response including a danger index indicating a degree of danger within multiple areas under surveillance , (e) a radio transmitter (receiver information) for broadcasting the danger warning and emergency response from the warning command control center to a plurality of remotely located home radio receivers each of which has a GPS receiver and the ability to calculate its own location in GPS coordinates , (f) a radio receiver in each of the remotely located home radios for receiving via the broadcast signals the danger warning and emergency response in the remotely located home radios , and comparing in each remotely located home radio receiver the area or earth coordinates of the dangerous situation with its own coordinates for determining the extent to which each remotely located home radio receiver location is in danger , and (g) each remotely located home radio receiver having a second device coupled thereto for automatically issuing a warning corresponding to the extent to which the issuing remotely located home radio receiver location is in danger . US6084510A CLAIM 171 . The system of claim 163 further comprising : circuits for processing the output control signals from the computerized analysis of the satellite image signals to further control data transfer (sender information) between components of the system . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device (electronic data) , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6084510A CLAIM 58 . The method of claim 57 further comprising the step of : identifying in the emergency message the danger and its position from the display screen based on information resulting from a comparison of electronic data (shipment conveyance device) from different sources occurring within the television receiver . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (control data transfer) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (transmission signal, second transmitter, radio transmitter, first transmitter) , handling instruction information (received signal) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US6084510A CLAIM 1 . A method of providing an automated , wide area , danger warning and emergency response comprising the steps of : (a) detecting a dangerous situation from a detection location , (b) transmitting information signals describing the dangerous situation from the detection location via radio transmission signal (receiver information) s to a control center for analysis , analyzing the received information signals in the control center in computer systems employing expert system technology , (d) determining in the control center the degree of danger and its geographic extent based on analysis of the received information signals , (e) generating in the control center a danger warning and emergency response including a danger index indicating a degree of danger within at least one geographic area , (f) broadcasting the danger warning and emergency response from the control center to a plurality of remotely located warning devices each of which has a GPS receiver and the ability to calculate its own location in GPS coordinates , (g) receiving via the broadcast signals the danger warning and emergency response in the remotely located warning devices , and comparing in each remotely located warning device the coordinates of the dangerous situation with its own GPS coordinates for determining the extent to which each remotely located warning device is in danger , and (h) automatically issuing from each remotely located warning device a warning corresponding to the extent to which the issuing remotely located warning device is in danger . US6084510A CLAIM 43 . The method of claim 1 further comprising the step of : determining that the remotely located warning device is located within the geographic area defined by the GPS coordinates of the dangerous situation , and , then , activating warning signals indicating the degree of danger which was communicated via the danger index in the received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) s . US6084510A CLAIM 58 . The method of claim 57 further comprising the step of : identifying in the emergency message the danger and its position from the display screen based on information resulting from a comparison of electronic data (shipment conveyance device) from different sources occurring within the television receiver . US6084510A CLAIM 80 . An automated , wide area , danger warning and emergency response system comprising : (a) a surveillance platform located at a detection location supporting a first device for detecting a dangerous situation , (b) a first transmitter (receiver information) for sending information signals describing the dangerous situation from the surveillance platform via radio transmission signals to a control center for analysis , a computer system in the control center employing expert system technology for analyzing the received information signals , (d) a computer system in the control center for determining a degree of danger and its geographic extent based on the analysis of the received information signals , and for generating a danger warning and emergency response including a danger index indicating a degree of danger within at least one geographic area , (e) a second transmitter (receiver information) for broadcasting the danger warning and emergency response from the control center to a plurality of remotely located warning devices each of which has a GPS receiver and the ability to calculate its own location in GPS coordinates , (f) a receiver in each of the remotely located warning devices for receiving via the broadcast signals the danger warning and emergency response and for comparing in each remotely located warning device the coordinates of the dangerous situation with its own GPS coordinates for determining the extent to which each remotely located warning device is in danger , and (g) a second device coupled to each remotely located warning device for automatically issuing a warning corresponding to the extent to which the issuing remotely located warning device is in danger . US6084510A CLAIM 126 . An automated , wide area , danger warning and emergency response system for multiple population areas comprising : (a) a plurality of surveillance platforms each supporting one or more first devices for detecting a dangerous situation , (b) a first transmitter for sending information signals describing the dangerous situation from the surveillance platform via radio transmission signals to a warning command control center , a computer system at the warning command control center employing expert system technology for analyzing the received information signals , (d) a computer system at the warning command control center for determining a degree of danger and its geographic extent based on the analysis of the received information signals , and for generating a danger warning and emergency response including a danger index indicating a degree of danger within multiple areas under surveillance , (e) a radio transmitter (receiver information) for broadcasting the danger warning and emergency response from the warning command control center to a plurality of remotely located home radio receivers each of which has a GPS receiver and the ability to calculate its own location in GPS coordinates , (f) a radio receiver in each of the remotely located home radios for receiving via the broadcast signals the danger warning and emergency response in the remotely located home radios , and comparing in each remotely located home radio receiver the area or earth coordinates of the dangerous situation with its own coordinates for determining the extent to which each remotely located home radio receiver location is in danger , and (g) each remotely located home radio receiver having a second device coupled thereto for automatically issuing a warning corresponding to the extent to which the issuing remotely located home radio receiver location is in danger . US6084510A CLAIM 171 . The system of claim 163 further comprising : circuits for processing the output control signals from the computerized analysis of the satellite image signals to further control data transfer (sender information) between components of the system . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (control data transfer) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (transmission signal, second transmitter, radio transmitter, first transmitter) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information (received signal) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information (stored data) regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (particular structure) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US6084510A CLAIM 1 . A method of providing an automated , wide area , danger warning and emergency response comprising the steps of : (a) detecting a dangerous situation from a detection location , (b) transmitting information signals describing the dangerous situation from the detection location via radio transmission signal (receiver information) s to a control center for analysis , analyzing the received information signals in the control center in computer systems employing expert system technology , (d) determining in the control center the degree of danger and its geographic extent based on analysis of the received information signals , (e) generating in the control center a danger warning and emergency response including a danger index indicating a degree of danger within at least one geographic area , (f) broadcasting the danger warning and emergency response from the control center to a plurality of remotely located warning devices each of which has a GPS receiver and the ability to calculate its own location in GPS coordinates , (g) receiving via the broadcast signals the danger warning and emergency response in the remotely located warning devices , and comparing in each remotely located warning device the coordinates of the dangerous situation with its own GPS coordinates for determining the extent to which each remotely located warning device is in danger , and (h) automatically issuing from each remotely located warning device a warning corresponding to the extent to which the issuing remotely located warning device is in danger . US6084510A CLAIM 20 . The method of claim 1 wherein the step of analyzing by employing expert system technology further comprises the step of : using expert knowledge database retrieval and relating the stored data (apparatus stores information) base information to the type of danger and the location of dangerous situations . US6084510A CLAIM 29 . The method of claim 1 wherein the generating step further includes the step of : defining a vulnerability index for a particular area depending upon the presence of a particular structure (transportation temperature) , natural resource , or population density of the area . US6084510A CLAIM 43 . The method of claim 1 further comprising the step of : determining that the remotely located warning device is located within the geographic area defined by the GPS coordinates of the dangerous situation , and , then , activating warning signals indicating the degree of danger which was communicated via the danger index in the received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) s . US6084510A CLAIM 58 . The method of claim 57 further comprising the step of : identifying in the emergency message the danger and its position from the display screen based on information resulting from a comparison of electronic data (shipment conveyance device) from different sources occurring within the television receiver . US6084510A CLAIM 80 . An automated , wide area , danger warning and emergency response system comprising : (a) a surveillance platform located at a detection location supporting a first device for detecting a dangerous situation , (b) a first transmitter (receiver information) for sending information signals describing the dangerous situation from the surveillance platform via radio transmission signals to a control center for analysis , a computer system in the control center employing expert system technology for analyzing the received information signals , (d) a computer system in the control center for determining a degree of danger and its geographic extent based on the analysis of the received information signals , and for generating a danger warning and emergency response including a danger index indicating a degree of danger within at least one geographic area , (e) a second transmitter (receiver information) for broadcasting the danger warning and emergency response from the control center to a plurality of remotely located warning devices each of which has a GPS receiver and the ability to calculate its own location in GPS coordinates , (f) a receiver in each of the remotely located warning devices for receiving via the broadcast signals the danger warning and emergency response and for comparing in each remotely located warning device the coordinates of the dangerous situation with its own GPS coordinates for determining the extent to which each remotely located warning device is in danger , and (g) a second device coupled to each remotely located warning device for automatically issuing a warning corresponding to the extent to which the issuing remotely located warning device is in danger . US6084510A CLAIM 126 . An automated , wide area , danger warning and emergency response system for multiple population areas comprising : (a) a plurality of surveillance platforms each supporting one or more first devices for detecting a dangerous situation , (b) a first transmitter for sending information signals describing the dangerous situation from the surveillance platform via radio transmission signals to a warning command control center , a computer system at the warning command control center employing expert system technology for analyzing the received information signals , (d) a computer system at the warning command control center for determining a degree of danger and its geographic extent based on the analysis of the received information signals , and for generating a danger warning and emergency response including a danger index indicating a degree of danger within multiple areas under surveillance , (e) a radio transmitter (receiver information) for broadcasting the danger warning and emergency response from the warning command control center to a plurality of remotely located home radio receivers each of which has a GPS receiver and the ability to calculate its own location in GPS coordinates , (f) a radio receiver in each of the remotely located home radios for receiving via the broadcast signals the danger warning and emergency response in the remotely located home radios , and comparing in each remotely located home radio receiver the area or earth coordinates of the dangerous situation with its own coordinates for determining the extent to which each remotely located home radio receiver location is in danger , and (g) each remotely located home radio receiver having a second device coupled thereto for automatically issuing a warning corresponding to the extent to which the issuing remotely located home radio receiver location is in danger . US6084510A CLAIM 171 . The system of claim 163 further comprising : circuits for processing the output control signals from the computerized analysis of the satellite image signals to further control data transfer (sender information) between components of the system . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 6 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) or the apparatus is a shipping container . |
US6084510A CLAIM 58 . The method of claim 57 further comprising the step of : identifying in the emergency message the danger and its position from the display screen based on information resulting from a comparison of electronic data (shipment conveyance device) from different sources occurring within the television receiver . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 7 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) or the apparatus is a pallet . |
US6084510A CLAIM 58 . The method of claim 57 further comprising the step of : identifying in the emergency message the danger and its position from the display screen based on information resulting from a comparison of electronic data (shipment conveyance device) from different sources occurring within the television receiver . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 8 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) or the apparatus is a piece of luggage . |
US6084510A CLAIM 58 . The method of claim 57 further comprising the step of : identifying in the emergency message the danger and its position from the display screen based on information resulting from a comparison of electronic data (shipment conveyance device) from different sources occurring within the television receiver . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 9 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a display , wherein the display is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) , wherein the display displays or provides information regarding the shipment conveyance device or information regarding a shipment or transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US6084510A CLAIM 58 . The method of claim 57 further comprising the step of : identifying in the emergency message the danger and its position from the display screen based on information resulting from a comparison of electronic data (shipment conveyance device) from different sources occurring within the television receiver . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 10 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a receiver , wherein the receiver receives the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) . |
US6084510A CLAIM 58 . The method of claim 57 further comprising the step of : identifying in the emergency message the danger and its position from the display screen based on information resulting from a comparison of electronic data (shipment conveyance device) from different sources occurring within the television receiver . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 11 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding a stop made by a carrier of the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) or information regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the message contains information regarding an unusual stopping period regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US6084510A CLAIM 58 . The method of claim 57 further comprising the step of : identifying in the emergency message the danger and its position from the display screen based on information resulting from a comparison of electronic data (shipment conveyance device) from different sources occurring within the television receiver . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (transmitting information signals) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (particular structure) , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US6084510A CLAIM 1 . A method of providing an automated , wide area , danger warning and emergency response comprising the steps of : (a) detecting a dangerous situation from a detection location , (b) transmitting information signals (sensor monitors) describing the dangerous situation from the detection location via radio transmission signals to a control center for analysis , analyzing the received information signals in the control center in computer systems employing expert system technology , (d) determining in the control center the degree of danger and its geographic extent based on analysis of the received information signals , (e) generating in the control center a danger warning and emergency response including a danger index indicating a degree of danger within at least one geographic area , (f) broadcasting the danger warning and emergency response from the control center to a plurality of remotely located warning devices each of which has a GPS receiver and the ability to calculate its own location in GPS coordinates , (g) receiving via the broadcast signals the danger warning and emergency response in the remotely located warning devices , and comparing in each remotely located warning device the coordinates of the dangerous situation with its own GPS coordinates for determining the extent to which each remotely located warning device is in danger , and (h) automatically issuing from each remotely located warning device a warning corresponding to the extent to which the issuing remotely located warning device is in danger . US6084510A CLAIM 29 . The method of claim 1 wherein the generating step further includes the step of : defining a vulnerability index for a particular area depending upon the presence of a particular structure (transportation temperature) , natural resource , or population density of the area . US6084510A CLAIM 58 . The method of claim 57 further comprising the step of : identifying in the emergency message the danger and its position from the display screen based on information resulting from a comparison of electronic data (shipment conveyance device) from different sources occurring within the television receiver . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 15 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of a deviation from a pre-determined shipment or transportation route associated with a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) . |
US6084510A CLAIM 58 . The method of claim 57 further comprising the step of : identifying in the emergency message the danger and its position from the display screen based on information resulting from a comparison of electronic data (shipment conveyance device) from different sources occurring within the television receiver . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 16 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of an unauthorized carrier or a wrong carrier shipping or transporting the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) or a detection of an unauthorized receiver of the shipment conveyance device or a wrong receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US6084510A CLAIM 58 . The method of claim 57 further comprising the step of : identifying in the emergency message the danger and its position from the display screen based on information resulting from a comparison of electronic data (shipment conveyance device) from different sources occurring within the television receiver . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (output signals) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US6084510A CLAIM 58 . The method of claim 57 further comprising the step of : identifying in the emergency message the danger and its position from the display screen based on information resulting from a comparison of electronic data (shipment conveyance device) from different sources occurring within the television receiver . US6084510A CLAIM 172 . The system of claim 163 further comprising : a ground-based monitoring station having computer circuits for employing the output signals (input device) to control the satellites and pilotless aircraft in the system . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 18 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise to an insurance claim regarding the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
US6084510A CLAIM 58 . The method of claim 57 further comprising the step of : identifying in the emergency message the danger and its position from the display screen based on information resulting from a comparison of electronic data (shipment conveyance device) from different sources occurring within the television receiver . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 21 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) . |
US6084510A CLAIM 58 . The method of claim 57 further comprising the step of : identifying in the emergency message the danger and its position from the display screen based on information resulting from a comparison of electronic data (shipment conveyance device) from different sources occurring within the television receiver . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) , a shipment or transportation temperature (particular structure) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
US6084510A CLAIM 29 . The method of claim 1 wherein the generating step further includes the step of : defining a vulnerability index for a particular area depending upon the presence of a particular structure (transportation temperature) , natural resource , or population density of the area . US6084510A CLAIM 58 . The method of claim 57 further comprising the step of : identifying in the emergency message the danger and its position from the display screen based on information resulting from a comparison of electronic data (shipment conveyance device) from different sources occurring within the television receiver . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (transmitting information signals) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (particular structure) , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US6084510A CLAIM 1 . A method of providing an automated , wide area , danger warning and emergency response comprising the steps of : (a) detecting a dangerous situation from a detection location , (b) transmitting information signals (sensor monitors) describing the dangerous situation from the detection location via radio transmission signals to a control center for analysis , analyzing the received information signals in the control center in computer systems employing expert system technology , (d) determining in the control center the degree of danger and its geographic extent based on analysis of the received information signals , (e) generating in the control center a danger warning and emergency response including a danger index indicating a degree of danger within at least one geographic area , (f) broadcasting the danger warning and emergency response from the control center to a plurality of remotely located warning devices each of which has a GPS receiver and the ability to calculate its own location in GPS coordinates , (g) receiving via the broadcast signals the danger warning and emergency response in the remotely located warning devices , and comparing in each remotely located warning device the coordinates of the dangerous situation with its own GPS coordinates for determining the extent to which each remotely located warning device is in danger , and (h) automatically issuing from each remotely located warning device a warning corresponding to the extent to which the issuing remotely located warning device is in danger . US6084510A CLAIM 29 . The method of claim 1 wherein the generating step further includes the step of : defining a vulnerability index for a particular area depending upon the presence of a particular structure (transportation temperature) , natural resource , or population density of the area . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (output signals) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US6084510A CLAIM 172 . The system of claim 163 further comprising : a ground-based monitoring station having computer circuits for employing the output signals (input device) to control the satellites and pilotless aircraft in the system . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US6026376A Filed: 1997-04-15 Issued: 2000-02-15 Interactive electronic shopping system and method (Original Assignee) Kenney; John A. (Current Assignee) Hanger Solutions LLC John A. Kenney |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (actual image) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (other image) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6026376A CLAIM 2 . An electronic shopping system as defined in claim 1 , further comprising means for modifying respective encoded digital signals of selected images so that the video representations of the selected images displayed by said means for displaying are visually distinctive relative to the video representations of other image (transportation temperature, temperature requirement, transportation temperature requirement) s not represented by modified encoded digital signals . US6026376A CLAIM 20 . A method of providing for interactive shopping by computer , comprising : maintaining an existing actual physically embodied shopping facility in which a shopper can purchase from among a plurality of products , including from time-to-time changing the appearance of an actual shopping space of the shopping facility ; converting actual image (receiver information) s of at least a portion of the actual shopping space of the shopping facility and the plurality of products into encoded digital signals and chancing the encoded digital signals consistent with changes to the appearance of the actual shopping space ; storing the encoded digital signals in a computer storage medium ; and providing for remote computer communication link access to the stored encoded digital signals such that at least portions of the stored encoded digital signals are selectable and transmissible over the communication link to a computer for displaying , on a monitor of the computer , virtual movement within a continuous motion visual representation of the then-existing actual shopping space of the shopping facility and for permitting examination of visual representations of selected products in response to selected stored encoded digital signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (actual image) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US6026376A CLAIM 20 . A method of providing for interactive shopping by computer , comprising : maintaining an existing actual physically embodied shopping facility in which a shopper can purchase from among a plurality of products , including from time-to-time changing the appearance of an actual shopping space of the shopping facility ; converting actual image (receiver information) s of at least a portion of the actual shopping space of the shopping facility and the plurality of products into encoded digital signals and chancing the encoded digital signals consistent with changes to the appearance of the actual shopping space ; storing the encoded digital signals in a computer storage medium ; and providing for remote computer communication link access to the stored encoded digital signals such that at least portions of the stored encoded digital signals are selectable and transmissible over the communication link to a computer for displaying , on a monitor of the computer , virtual movement within a continuous motion visual representation of the then-existing actual shopping space of the shopping facility and for permitting examination of visual representations of selected products in response to selected stored encoded digital signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (actual image) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement (other image) regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication (include means) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (other image) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US6026376A CLAIM 2 . An electronic shopping system as defined in claim 1 , further comprising means for modifying respective encoded digital signals of selected images so that the video representations of the selected images displayed by said means for displaying are visually distinctive relative to the video representations of other image (transportation temperature, temperature requirement, transportation temperature requirement) s not represented by modified encoded digital signals . US6026376A CLAIM 18 . An electronic shopping system as defined in claim 1 , wherein : said system further comprises further encoded digital signals stored in the computer data base , said further encoded digital signals defining a searchable directory of products in the shopping facility ; and said control means and said means for displaying include means (second communication, second communication device) for enabling the shopper to search the defined searchable directory . US6026376A CLAIM 20 . A method of providing for interactive shopping by computer , comprising : maintaining an existing actual physically embodied shopping facility in which a shopper can purchase from among a plurality of products , including from time-to-time changing the appearance of an actual shopping space of the shopping facility ; converting actual image (receiver information) s of at least a portion of the actual shopping space of the shopping facility and the plurality of products into encoded digital signals and chancing the encoded digital signals consistent with changes to the appearance of the actual shopping space ; storing the encoded digital signals in a computer storage medium ; and providing for remote computer communication link access to the stored encoded digital signals such that at least portions of the stored encoded digital signals are selectable and transmissible over the communication link to a computer for displaying , on a monitor of the computer , virtual movement within a continuous motion visual representation of the then-existing actual shopping space of the shopping facility and for permitting examination of visual representations of selected products in response to selected stored encoded digital signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (other image) , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US6026376A CLAIM 2 . An electronic shopping system as defined in claim 1 , further comprising means for modifying respective encoded digital signals of selected images so that the video representations of the selected images displayed by said means for displaying are visually distinctive relative to the video representations of other image (transportation temperature, temperature requirement, transportation temperature requirement) s not represented by modified encoded digital signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (other image) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
US6026376A CLAIM 2 . An electronic shopping system as defined in claim 1 , further comprising means for modifying respective encoded digital signals of selected images so that the video representations of the selected images displayed by said means for displaying are visually distinctive relative to the video representations of other image (transportation temperature, temperature requirement, transportation temperature requirement) s not represented by modified encoded digital signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (other image) , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US6026376A CLAIM 2 . An electronic shopping system as defined in claim 1 , further comprising means for modifying respective encoded digital signals of selected images so that the video representations of the selected images displayed by said means for displaying are visually distinctive relative to the video representations of other image (transportation temperature, temperature requirement, transportation temperature requirement) s not represented by modified encoded digital signals . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5963202A Filed: 1997-04-14 Issued: 1999-10-05 System and method for distributing and managing digital video information in a video distribution network (Original Assignee) Instant Video Tech Inc (Current Assignee) RPX Corp Nathaniel Polish |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container (medium storing program) , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (readable storage) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5963202A CLAIM 30 . A computer-readable storage (memory stores information) medium storing program (shipping container) code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : storing video information in a video buffer ; receiving an input control signal ; presenting a first portion of the video information on a display device responsive to the input control signal ; forwarding current status information , indicative of the first portion presented , to a video server system ; receiving a burst of video information , responsive to the current status information , from the video server ; and replacing in the video buffer a second portion of video information , based on the current status information , with the burst of video information . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container (medium storing program) , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5963202A CLAIM 30 . A computer-readable storage medium storing program (shipping container) code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : storing video information in a video buffer ; receiving an input control signal ; presenting a first portion of the video information on a display device responsive to the input control signal ; forwarding current status information , indicative of the first portion presented , to a video server system ; receiving a burst of video information , responsive to the current status information , from the video server ; and replacing in the video buffer a second portion of video information , based on the current status information , with the burst of video information . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (readable storage) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5963202A CLAIM 30 . A computer-readable storage (memory stores information) medium storing program code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : storing video information in a video buffer ; receiving an input control signal ; presenting a first portion of the video information on a display device responsive to the input control signal ; forwarding current status information , indicative of the first portion presented , to a video server system ; receiving a burst of video information , responsive to the current status information , from the video server ; and replacing in the video buffer a second portion of video information , based on the current status information , with the burst of video information . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message (controller stores) to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5963202A CLAIM 29 . The system of claim 20 , wherein the video buffer controller stores (second message) the burst in the most expendable locations in the video buffer . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 6 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device or the apparatus is a shipping container (medium storing program) . |
US5963202A CLAIM 30 . A computer-readable storage medium storing program (shipping container) code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : storing video information in a video buffer ; receiving an input control signal ; presenting a first portion of the video information on a display device responsive to the input control signal ; forwarding current status information , indicative of the first portion presented , to a video server system ; receiving a burst of video information , responsive to the current status information , from the video server ; and replacing in the video buffer a second portion of video information , based on the current status information , with the burst of video information . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 19 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipping container (medium storing program) , the pallet , or the piece of luggage , is a refrigerated container , a heated container , or an insulated container . |
US5963202A CLAIM 30 . A computer-readable storage medium storing program (shipping container) code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : storing video information in a video buffer ; receiving an input control signal ; presenting a first portion of the video information on a display device responsive to the input control signal ; forwarding current status information , indicative of the first portion presented , to a video server system ; receiving a burst of video information , responsive to the current status information , from the video server ; and replacing in the video buffer a second portion of video information , based on the current status information , with the burst of video information . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (readable storage) regarding the piece of luggage . |
US5963202A CLAIM 30 . A computer-readable storage (memory stores information) medium storing program code for causing a computer to perform the steps of : storing video information in a video buffer ; receiving an input control signal ; presenting a first portion of the video information on a display device responsive to the input control signal ; forwarding current status information , indicative of the first portion presented , to a video server system ; receiving a burst of video information , responsive to the current status information , from the video server ; and replacing in the video buffer a second portion of video information , based on the current status information , with the burst of video information . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5978648A Filed: 1997-03-06 Issued: 1999-11-02 Interactive multimedia performance assessment system and process for use by students, educators and administrators (Original Assignee) Forte Systems Inc (Current Assignee) Forte Systems Inc Tomy George, Sriram V. Bhamidipati |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (work station) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5978648A CLAIM 13 . The educational system according to claim 9 , said computer readable media further comprising a network of connected personal computers , including a server computer and a network of work station (invoice information) computers . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (work station) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5978648A CLAIM 13 . The educational system according to claim 9 , said computer readable media further comprising a network of connected personal computers , including a server computer and a network of work station (invoice information) computers . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (work station) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message (media components) to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5978648A CLAIM 1 . An educational method for use with an interactive audio visual system for assisting a student in preparing a multi-media presentation which is demonstrative of classroom learning , said method comprising the steps of : creating an instructional performance task relevant to a selected educational topic ; assigning said instructional performance task in a computer readable media which is accessible by the student ; creating a student workfolder of multi media components (second message) selected from a group including a software based word processing program , a document scanner , a digital camera , a video camcorder and an audio reorder in response to said instructional performance task ; preparing a presentation by a student relevant to said performance task which is incorporated into said student workfolder , said presentation drawing from a combination of said multi media components and selected from a group including textual , audio and visual sources ; and reviewing and evaluating said student workfolder and presentation and providing feedback utilizing at least one of said media components drawn from said group of textual , audio and visual media . US5978648A CLAIM 13 . The educational system according to claim 9 , said computer readable media further comprising a network of connected personal computers , including a server computer and a network of work station (invoice information) computers . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (order r) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5978648A CLAIM 17 . A software program embodying a computer code for use with an audio and visual computer readable media for assisting a student in preparing a multi media presentation which is demonstrative of classroom learning , said program comprising : a first subroutine for an instructional and assignable performance task created by an instructor ; a second subroutine for establishing a student workfolder of multi media components selected from a group including a software based word processing program , a document scanner , a distal camera , aside camcorder and an audio recorder r (inputting information) esponsive to said performance task ; a third subroutine incorporating readable means for inputting at least one of said multi media components from a group including textual , audio and visual sources into said student work folder for use in the creation of a presentation by the student ; and a fourth subroutine for reviewing and evaluating said presentation and for providing feedback utilizing at least one of said multi media components and selected from said group of textual , audio and visual media . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (order r) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5978648A CLAIM 17 . A software program embodying a computer code for use with an audio and visual computer readable media for assisting a student in preparing a multi media presentation which is demonstrative of classroom learning , said program comprising : a first subroutine for an instructional and assignable performance task created by an instructor ; a second subroutine for establishing a student workfolder of multi media components selected from a group including a software based word processing program , a document scanner , a distal camera , aside camcorder and an audio recorder r (inputting information) esponsive to said performance task ; a third subroutine incorporating readable means for inputting at least one of said multi media components from a group including textual , audio and visual sources into said student work folder for use in the creation of a presentation by the student ; and a fourth subroutine for reviewing and evaluating said presentation and for providing feedback utilizing at least one of said multi media components and selected from said group of textual , audio and visual media . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US6014569A Filed: 1997-03-05 Issued: 2000-01-11 Mobile interactive radio (Original Assignee) AT&T Corp (Current Assignee) AT&T Corp Joshua Bottum |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (temporarily storing data) , sender information (said receiver) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (wireless transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6014569A CLAIM 1 . A mobile interactive radio for wireless communication with a wireless system using asynchronous audio program data , wherein said audio program data is substantially continuous , said radio comprising : a receiver for receiving a first portion of said audio program data as one or more digitized packets , and subsequently receiving a second portion of said audio program data as one or more digitized packets ; a converter for converting said first received portion of said audio program data to an analog audio signal ; and an amplifier for making audible said analog audio signal , wherein said receiver (sender information) receives said second portion of said audio program data after said converter has converted said first received portion of said audio program data . US6014569A CLAIM 5 . The radio of claim 1 further comprising a buffer unit for temporarily storing data (origination information) transmitted by said wireless system . US6014569A CLAIM 29 . The method of claim 20 wherein said audio ID corresponds to audio program data stored in an audio data storage unit , said method further comprising the steps of : conveying said audio ID to said audio data storage unit in response to said step of receiving ; retrieving said corresponding stored audio program data from said audio data storage unit ; and routing said corresponding audio program data to said wireless transmitter (receiver information) for transmission to said radio . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (temporarily storing data) , sender information (said receiver) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (wireless transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US6014569A CLAIM 1 . A mobile interactive radio for wireless communication with a wireless system using asynchronous audio program data , wherein said audio program data is substantially continuous , said radio comprising : a receiver for receiving a first portion of said audio program data as one or more digitized packets , and subsequently receiving a second portion of said audio program data as one or more digitized packets ; a converter for converting said first received portion of said audio program data to an analog audio signal ; and an amplifier for making audible said analog audio signal , wherein said receiver (sender information) receives said second portion of said audio program data after said converter has converted said first received portion of said audio program data . US6014569A CLAIM 5 . The radio of claim 1 further comprising a buffer unit for temporarily storing data (origination information) transmitted by said wireless system . US6014569A CLAIM 29 . The method of claim 20 wherein said audio ID corresponds to audio program data stored in an audio data storage unit , said method further comprising the steps of : conveying said audio ID to said audio data storage unit in response to said step of receiving ; retrieving said corresponding stored audio program data from said audio data storage unit ; and routing said corresponding audio program data to said wireless transmitter (receiver information) for transmission to said radio . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information (temporarily storing data) regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (said receiver) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (wireless transmitter) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US6014569A CLAIM 1 . A mobile interactive radio for wireless communication with a wireless system using asynchronous audio program data , wherein said audio program data is substantially continuous , said radio comprising : a receiver for receiving a first portion of said audio program data as one or more digitized packets , and subsequently receiving a second portion of said audio program data as one or more digitized packets ; a converter for converting said first received portion of said audio program data to an analog audio signal ; and an amplifier for making audible said analog audio signal , wherein said receiver (sender information) receives said second portion of said audio program data after said converter has converted said first received portion of said audio program data . US6014569A CLAIM 5 . The radio of claim 1 further comprising a buffer unit for temporarily storing data (origination information) transmitted by said wireless system . US6014569A CLAIM 29 . The method of claim 20 wherein said audio ID corresponds to audio program data stored in an audio data storage unit , said method further comprising the steps of : conveying said audio ID to said audio data storage unit in response to said step of receiving ; retrieving said corresponding stored audio program data from said audio data storage unit ; and routing said corresponding audio program data to said wireless transmitter (receiver information) for transmission to said radio . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US6113493A Filed: 1997-02-21 Issued: 2000-09-05 System and method for generating and executing insurance policies for gambling losses (Original Assignee) Walker Digital LLC (Current Assignee) International Game Technology Jay S. Walker, James A. Jorasch |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (readable storage) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information (corresponding user) , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6113493A CLAIM 9 . The method of claim 1 , further including the step of storing user ID and corresponding user (delivery time information) information in a database , wherein the step of receiving a user ID further includes the step of authenticating the identity of the user by determining whether the database contains the user ID . US6113493A CLAIM 55 . A computer-readable storage (memory stores information) medium encoded with processing instructions for implementing a method for directing a game terminal to provide a gambling insurance policy to a user , the processing instructions for directing a computer to perform the steps of : receiving from a user a user ID and a plurality of user-specified policy requirements for only one gambling insurance policy ; and informing the user of a premium amount for the gambling insurance policy . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (readable storage) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information (corresponding user) , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US6113493A CLAIM 9 . The method of claim 1 , further including the step of storing user ID and corresponding user (delivery time information) information in a database , wherein the step of receiving a user ID further includes the step of authenticating the identity of the user by determining whether the database contains the user ID . US6113493A CLAIM 55 . A computer-readable storage (memory stores information) medium encoded with processing instructions for implementing a method for directing a game terminal to provide a gambling insurance policy to a user , the processing instructions for directing a computer to perform the steps of : receiving from a user a user ID and a plurality of user-specified policy requirements for only one gambling insurance policy ; and informing the user of a premium amount for the gambling insurance policy . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information (corresponding user) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US6113493A CLAIM 9 . The method of claim 1 , further including the step of storing user ID and corresponding user (delivery time information) information in a database , wherein the step of receiving a user ID further includes the step of authenticating the identity of the user by determining whether the database contains the user ID . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (readable storage) regarding the piece of luggage . |
US6113493A CLAIM 55 . A computer-readable storage (memory stores information) medium encoded with processing instructions for implementing a method for directing a game terminal to provide a gambling insurance policy to a user , the processing instructions for directing a computer to perform the steps of : receiving from a user a user ID and a plurality of user-specified policy requirements for only one gambling insurance policy ; and informing the user of a premium amount for the gambling insurance policy . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US6009355A Filed: 1997-01-28 Issued: 1999-12-28 Multimedia information and control system for automobiles (Original Assignee) American Calcar Inc (Current Assignee) American Calcar Inc Michael L. Obradovich, Michael L. Kent, John G. Dinkel |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (control element) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US6009355A CLAIM 40 . A system for use in a vehicle comprising : a display element for showing a sequence of displays ; a control element (sensor monitors) for populating a plurality of options on at least first and second ones of the displays , the options on the first display being selectable to access information concerning a plurality of aspects of the vehicle , the options on the second display being selectable to access information concerning a subset of the aspects of the vehicle ; a first interface for selecting one of the options on the first display , the selected option being associated with the subset of the aspects of the vehicle ; an output device responsive to the selected option for vocally identifying different vehicle aspects in the subset whose information is accessible by selecting the options on the second display before the second display is shown ; and a second interface for activating the selected option to cause the second display to be shown . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 18 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise (current condition) to an insurance claim regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
US6009355A CLAIM 13 . The system of claim 12 wherein the special information concerns the current condition (occurrence giving rise) of the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (control element) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US6009355A CLAIM 40 . A system for use in a vehicle comprising : a display element for showing a sequence of displays ; a control element (sensor monitors) for populating a plurality of options on at least first and second ones of the displays , the options on the first display being selectable to access information concerning a plurality of aspects of the vehicle , the options on the second display being selectable to access information concerning a subset of the aspects of the vehicle ; a first interface for selecting one of the options on the first display , the selected option being associated with the subset of the aspects of the vehicle ; an output device responsive to the selected option for vocally identifying different vehicle aspects in the subset whose information is accessible by selecting the options on the second display before the second display is shown ; and a second interface for activating the selected option to cause the second display to be shown . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 33 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise (current condition) to an insurance claim regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
US6009355A CLAIM 13 . The system of claim 12 wherein the special information concerns the current condition (occurrence giving rise) of the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5877707A Filed: 1997-01-17 Issued: 1999-03-02 GPS based seat belt monitoring system & method for using same (Original Assignee) Kowalick; Thomas M. (Current Assignee) KOWALICK THOMAS MICHAEL MR Thomas M. Kowalick |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (monitoring systems) , destination information (light source) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5877707A CLAIM 7 . The monitoring system according to claim 6 wherein the rear indicator light comprises an LED or laser light source (destination information) . US5877707A CLAIM 8 . The monitoring systems (shipper information) according to claim 1 where the erasable , encodable memory storage means is easily detached from the GPS circuit , when desired . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (monitoring systems) , destination information (light source) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5877707A CLAIM 7 . The monitoring system according to claim 6 wherein the rear indicator light comprises an LED or laser light source (destination information) . US5877707A CLAIM 8 . The monitoring systems (shipper information) according to claim 1 where the erasable , encodable memory storage means is easily detached from the GPS circuit , when desired . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information (monitoring systems) regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (light source) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5877707A CLAIM 7 . The monitoring system according to claim 6 wherein the rear indicator light comprises an LED or laser light source (destination information) . US5877707A CLAIM 8 . The monitoring systems (shipper information) according to claim 1 where the erasable , encodable memory storage means is easily detached from the GPS circuit , when desired . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US6018710A Filed: 1996-12-13 Issued: 2000-01-25 Web-based interactive radio environment: WIRE (Original Assignee) Siemens Corporate Research Inc (Current Assignee) Siemens Corp Michael J. Wynblatt, Arding Hsu, Daniel C. Benson |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (calculation means) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6018710A CLAIM 11 . A non-visual browsing environment for the world-wide web comprising : a system for rendering structured documents using audio ; an interface for information exchange to users ; and , a non-keyword based search system ; wherein said system for rendering structured documents using audio comprises : a pre-rendering system which converts a structured document into an intermediate document ; and , an audio rendering system which actually generates an audio output ; wherein said pre-rendering system comprises : a segmenting document system for dividing said structured document into logical segments ; a categorizing document system for categorizing said logical segments as either navigation segments or content segments ; a document sectioning system for determining section structure of said structured document ; and , a speech mark-up information system for creating said intermediate document which can be interpreted by a text-to-speech engine ; wherein said categorizing document system comprises : calculation means (communication device, input device) for calculating a link density of each of said logical segments according to the formula : ##EQU2## where D is said link density , C HREF is a number of non-tag characters in each of said logical segments which appear inside of HREF tags , C is a total number of non-tag characters in each of said logical segments , L I is a number of hyperlinks within image maps in each of said logical segments and K represents a weight given to image map links . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (calculation means) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6018710A CLAIM 11 . A non-visual browsing environment for the world-wide web comprising : a system for rendering structured documents using audio ; an interface for information exchange to users ; and , a non-keyword based search system ; wherein said system for rendering structured documents using audio comprises : a pre-rendering system which converts a structured document into an intermediate document ; and , an audio rendering system which actually generates an audio output ; wherein said pre-rendering system comprises : a segmenting document system for dividing said structured document into logical segments ; a categorizing document system for categorizing said logical segments as either navigation segments or content segments ; a document sectioning system for determining section structure of said structured document ; and , a speech mark-up information system for creating said intermediate document which can be interpreted by a text-to-speech engine ; wherein said categorizing document system comprises : calculation means (communication device, input device) for calculating a link density of each of said logical segments according to the formula : ##EQU2## where D is said link density , C HREF is a number of non-tag characters in each of said logical segments which appear inside of HREF tags , C is a total number of non-tag characters in each of said logical segments , L I is a number of hyperlinks within image maps in each of said logical segments and K represents a weight given to image map links . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (calculation means) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US6018710A CLAIM 11 . A non-visual browsing environment for the world-wide web comprising : a system for rendering structured documents using audio ; an interface for information exchange to users ; and , a non-keyword based search system ; wherein said system for rendering structured documents using audio comprises : a pre-rendering system which converts a structured document into an intermediate document ; and , an audio rendering system which actually generates an audio output ; wherein said pre-rendering system comprises : a segmenting document system for dividing said structured document into logical segments ; a categorizing document system for categorizing said logical segments as either navigation segments or content segments ; a document sectioning system for determining section structure of said structured document ; and , a speech mark-up information system for creating said intermediate document which can be interpreted by a text-to-speech engine ; wherein said categorizing document system comprises : calculation means (communication device, input device) for calculating a link density of each of said logical segments according to the formula : ##EQU2## where D is said link density , C HREF is a number of non-tag characters in each of said logical segments which appear inside of HREF tags , C is a total number of non-tag characters in each of said logical segments , L I is a number of hyperlinks within image maps in each of said logical segments and K represents a weight given to image map links . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (other parameters) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US6018710A CLAIM 7 . A non-visual browsing environment for the world-wide web as claimed in claim 4 wherein said speech mark-up information system comprises : meta-information generation means for producing meta-information in a form of commands which will cause said text-to-speech engine to vary voice , tone , rate , and other parameters (sensor monitors) to adequately convey information within said structured document . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (text content) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (calculation means) . |
US6018710A CLAIM 1 . A non-visual browsing environment for the world-wide web comprising : a system for rendering structured documents on the world-wide web using audio , the structured documents comprising documents in which formatting and structural instructions are co-mingled with text content (delivery message) ; an interface for information exchange to users ; and , a non-keyword based world-wide web search system . US6018710A CLAIM 11 . A non-visual browsing environment for the world-wide web comprising : a system for rendering structured documents using audio ; an interface for information exchange to users ; and , a non-keyword based search system ; wherein said system for rendering structured documents using audio comprises : a pre-rendering system which converts a structured document into an intermediate document ; and , an audio rendering system which actually generates an audio output ; wherein said pre-rendering system comprises : a segmenting document system for dividing said structured document into logical segments ; a categorizing document system for categorizing said logical segments as either navigation segments or content segments ; a document sectioning system for determining section structure of said structured document ; and , a speech mark-up information system for creating said intermediate document which can be interpreted by a text-to-speech engine ; wherein said categorizing document system comprises : calculation means (communication device, input device) for calculating a link density of each of said logical segments according to the formula : ##EQU2## where D is said link density , C HREF is a number of non-tag characters in each of said logical segments which appear inside of HREF tags , C is a total number of non-tag characters in each of said logical segments , L I is a number of hyperlinks within image maps in each of said logical segments and K represents a weight given to image map links . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (calculation means) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US6018710A CLAIM 11 . A non-visual browsing environment for the world-wide web comprising : a system for rendering structured documents using audio ; an interface for information exchange to users ; and , a non-keyword based search system ; wherein said system for rendering structured documents using audio comprises : a pre-rendering system which converts a structured document into an intermediate document ; and , an audio rendering system which actually generates an audio output ; wherein said pre-rendering system comprises : a segmenting document system for dividing said structured document into logical segments ; a categorizing document system for categorizing said logical segments as either navigation segments or content segments ; a document sectioning system for determining section structure of said structured document ; and , a speech mark-up information system for creating said intermediate document which can be interpreted by a text-to-speech engine ; wherein said categorizing document system comprises : calculation means (communication device, input device) for calculating a link density of each of said logical segments according to the formula : ##EQU2## where D is said link density , C HREF is a number of non-tag characters in each of said logical segments which appear inside of HREF tags , C is a total number of non-tag characters in each of said logical segments , L I is a number of hyperlinks within image maps in each of said logical segments and K represents a weight given to image map links . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (calculation means) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6018710A CLAIM 11 . A non-visual browsing environment for the world-wide web comprising : a system for rendering structured documents using audio ; an interface for information exchange to users ; and , a non-keyword based search system ; wherein said system for rendering structured documents using audio comprises : a pre-rendering system which converts a structured document into an intermediate document ; and , an audio rendering system which actually generates an audio output ; wherein said pre-rendering system comprises : a segmenting document system for dividing said structured document into logical segments ; a categorizing document system for categorizing said logical segments as either navigation segments or content segments ; a document sectioning system for determining section structure of said structured document ; and , a speech mark-up information system for creating said intermediate document which can be interpreted by a text-to-speech engine ; wherein said categorizing document system comprises : calculation means (communication device, input device) for calculating a link density of each of said logical segments according to the formula : ##EQU2## where D is said link density , C HREF is a number of non-tag characters in each of said logical segments which appear inside of HREF tags , C is a total number of non-tag characters in each of said logical segments , L I is a number of hyperlinks within image maps in each of said logical segments and K represents a weight given to image map links . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (other parameters) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US6018710A CLAIM 7 . A non-visual browsing environment for the world-wide web as claimed in claim 4 wherein said speech mark-up information system comprises : meta-information generation means for producing meta-information in a form of commands which will cause said text-to-speech engine to vary voice , tone , rate , and other parameters (sensor monitors) to adequately convey information within said structured document . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (text content) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (calculation means) . |
US6018710A CLAIM 1 . A non-visual browsing environment for the world-wide web comprising : a system for rendering structured documents on the world-wide web using audio , the structured documents comprising documents in which formatting and structural instructions are co-mingled with text content (delivery message) ; an interface for information exchange to users ; and , a non-keyword based world-wide web search system . US6018710A CLAIM 11 . A non-visual browsing environment for the world-wide web comprising : a system for rendering structured documents using audio ; an interface for information exchange to users ; and , a non-keyword based search system ; wherein said system for rendering structured documents using audio comprises : a pre-rendering system which converts a structured document into an intermediate document ; and , an audio rendering system which actually generates an audio output ; wherein said pre-rendering system comprises : a segmenting document system for dividing said structured document into logical segments ; a categorizing document system for categorizing said logical segments as either navigation segments or content segments ; a document sectioning system for determining section structure of said structured document ; and , a speech mark-up information system for creating said intermediate document which can be interpreted by a text-to-speech engine ; wherein said categorizing document system comprises : calculation means (communication device, input device) for calculating a link density of each of said logical segments according to the formula : ##EQU2## where D is said link density , C HREF is a number of non-tag characters in each of said logical segments which appear inside of HREF tags , C is a total number of non-tag characters in each of said logical segments , L I is a number of hyperlinks within image maps in each of said logical segments and K represents a weight given to image map links . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (calculation means) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US6018710A CLAIM 11 . A non-visual browsing environment for the world-wide web comprising : a system for rendering structured documents using audio ; an interface for information exchange to users ; and , a non-keyword based search system ; wherein said system for rendering structured documents using audio comprises : a pre-rendering system which converts a structured document into an intermediate document ; and , an audio rendering system which actually generates an audio output ; wherein said pre-rendering system comprises : a segmenting document system for dividing said structured document into logical segments ; a categorizing document system for categorizing said logical segments as either navigation segments or content segments ; a document sectioning system for determining section structure of said structured document ; and , a speech mark-up information system for creating said intermediate document which can be interpreted by a text-to-speech engine ; wherein said categorizing document system comprises : calculation means (communication device, input device) for calculating a link density of each of said logical segments according to the formula : ##EQU2## where D is said link density , C HREF is a number of non-tag characters in each of said logical segments which appear inside of HREF tags , C is a total number of non-tag characters in each of said logical segments , L I is a number of hyperlinks within image maps in each of said logical segments and K represents a weight given to image map links . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5816918A Filed: 1996-11-14 Issued: 1998-10-06 Prize redemption system for games (Original Assignee) RLT Acquisition Inc (Current Assignee) SG Gaming Inc Matthew F. Kelly, Bryan M. Kelly, Norman B. Petermeier, John G. Kroeckel, John E. Link |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device (electronic data) , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage device) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information (desired amount) , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (statistical information) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5816918A CLAIM 15 . A method for providing a prize redemption system for a game apparatus , said prize redemption system being customizable by an operator , the method comprising : displaying a prize table on a display of said game apparatus ; receiving prize input from said operator which is stored on a storage medium of said game apparatus and displayed in said prize table , said prize input describing a plurality of prizes that are to be available in said redemption system to players of said game apparatus , wherein said game apparatus receives monetary income from players in exchange for use of said game apparatus ; receiving payout input from said operator which is stored on said storage medium , said payout input indicating a desired amount (delivery time information) of payout that said operator wishes to provide back to players of said game apparatus in terms of a monetary value of said plurality of prizes ; determining a prize cost for each of said plurality of prizes in terms of said prize credits winnable by playing a game on said game apparatus , wherein said prize cost is determined in accordance with said desired amount of payout and is stored in said storage medium ; receiving monetary input from a player on said game apparatus ; implementing a game process and receiving input from said player during said game process , wherein said player is provided with a game score based on an outcome of said game process , wherein said player is provided with a number of prize credits based on said game score ; displaying a prize selection screen on said display , said prize selection screen portraying a plurality of prizes and a prize cost for each of said prizes ; receiving a selection from said player selecting at least one of said prizes , wherein said selected prize has a prize cost less than or equal to said number of prize credits provided to said player ; and dispensing a physical indication of said selected prize to said player , wherein said player is able to redeem at least one of said prizes with said dispensed indication . US5816918A CLAIM 28 . A game apparatus as recited in claim 24 wherein said prize output device writes electronic data (shipment conveyance device) on a storage medium that said player may remove from said game apparatus , said electronic data indicating said selected prize . US5816918A CLAIM 51 . A method as recited in claim 47 wherein said display is included in said game apparatus such that said prize table is displayed on said game apparatus , and wherein said storage medium is included as a storage device (memory stores information) in said game apparatus . US5816918A CLAIM 64 . A method as recited in claim 63 wherein said random selection of said specific prize is modified according to statistical information (transportation temperature) such that said win ratios of awarding said specific prizes are approximately fulfilled . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device (electronic data) , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5816918A CLAIM 28 . A game apparatus as recited in claim 24 wherein said prize output device writes electronic data (shipment conveyance device) on a storage medium that said player may remove from said game apparatus , said electronic data indicating said selected prize . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage device) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information (desired amount) , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5816918A CLAIM 15 . A method for providing a prize redemption system for a game apparatus , said prize redemption system being customizable by an operator , the method comprising : displaying a prize table on a display of said game apparatus ; receiving prize input from said operator which is stored on a storage medium of said game apparatus and displayed in said prize table , said prize input describing a plurality of prizes that are to be available in said redemption system to players of said game apparatus , wherein said game apparatus receives monetary income from players in exchange for use of said game apparatus ; receiving payout input from said operator which is stored on said storage medium , said payout input indicating a desired amount (delivery time information) of payout that said operator wishes to provide back to players of said game apparatus in terms of a monetary value of said plurality of prizes ; determining a prize cost for each of said plurality of prizes in terms of said prize credits winnable by playing a game on said game apparatus , wherein said prize cost is determined in accordance with said desired amount of payout and is stored in said storage medium ; receiving monetary input from a player on said game apparatus ; implementing a game process and receiving input from said player during said game process , wherein said player is provided with a game score based on an outcome of said game process , wherein said player is provided with a number of prize credits based on said game score ; displaying a prize selection screen on said display , said prize selection screen portraying a plurality of prizes and a prize cost for each of said prizes ; receiving a selection from said player selecting at least one of said prizes , wherein said selected prize has a prize cost less than or equal to said number of prize credits provided to said player ; and dispensing a physical indication of said selected prize to said player , wherein said player is able to redeem at least one of said prizes with said dispensed indication . US5816918A CLAIM 28 . A game apparatus as recited in claim 24 wherein said prize output device writes electronic data (shipment conveyance device) on a storage medium that said player may remove from said game apparatus , said electronic data indicating said selected prize . US5816918A CLAIM 51 . A method as recited in claim 47 wherein said display is included in said game apparatus such that said prize table is displayed on said game apparatus , and wherein said storage medium is included as a storage device (memory stores information) in said game apparatus . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information (desired amount) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (statistical information) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5816918A CLAIM 15 . A method for providing a prize redemption system for a game apparatus , said prize redemption system being customizable by an operator , the method comprising : displaying a prize table on a display of said game apparatus ; receiving prize input from said operator which is stored on a storage medium of said game apparatus and displayed in said prize table , said prize input describing a plurality of prizes that are to be available in said redemption system to players of said game apparatus , wherein said game apparatus receives monetary income from players in exchange for use of said game apparatus ; receiving payout input from said operator which is stored on said storage medium , said payout input indicating a desired amount (delivery time information) of payout that said operator wishes to provide back to players of said game apparatus in terms of a monetary value of said plurality of prizes ; determining a prize cost for each of said plurality of prizes in terms of said prize credits winnable by playing a game on said game apparatus , wherein said prize cost is determined in accordance with said desired amount of payout and is stored in said storage medium ; receiving monetary input from a player on said game apparatus ; implementing a game process and receiving input from said player during said game process , wherein said player is provided with a game score based on an outcome of said game process , wherein said player is provided with a number of prize credits based on said game score ; displaying a prize selection screen on said display , said prize selection screen portraying a plurality of prizes and a prize cost for each of said prizes ; receiving a selection from said player selecting at least one of said prizes , wherein said selected prize has a prize cost less than or equal to said number of prize credits provided to said player ; and dispensing a physical indication of said selected prize to said player , wherein said player is able to redeem at least one of said prizes with said dispensed indication . US5816918A CLAIM 28 . A game apparatus as recited in claim 24 wherein said prize output device writes electronic data (shipment conveyance device) on a storage medium that said player may remove from said game apparatus , said electronic data indicating said selected prize . US5816918A CLAIM 64 . A method as recited in claim 63 wherein said random selection of said specific prize is modified according to statistical information (transportation temperature) such that said win ratios of awarding said specific prizes are approximately fulfilled . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 6 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) or the apparatus is a shipping container . |
US5816918A CLAIM 28 . A game apparatus as recited in claim 24 wherein said prize output device writes electronic data (shipment conveyance device) on a storage medium that said player may remove from said game apparatus , said electronic data indicating said selected prize . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 7 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) or the apparatus is a pallet . |
US5816918A CLAIM 28 . A game apparatus as recited in claim 24 wherein said prize output device writes electronic data (shipment conveyance device) on a storage medium that said player may remove from said game apparatus , said electronic data indicating said selected prize . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 8 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) or the apparatus is a piece of luggage . |
US5816918A CLAIM 28 . A game apparatus as recited in claim 24 wherein said prize output device writes electronic data (shipment conveyance device) on a storage medium that said player may remove from said game apparatus , said electronic data indicating said selected prize . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 9 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a display , wherein the display is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) , wherein the display displays or provides information regarding the shipment conveyance device or information regarding a shipment or transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5816918A CLAIM 28 . A game apparatus as recited in claim 24 wherein said prize output device writes electronic data (shipment conveyance device) on a storage medium that said player may remove from said game apparatus , said electronic data indicating said selected prize . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 10 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a receiver , wherein the receiver receives the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) . |
US5816918A CLAIM 28 . A game apparatus as recited in claim 24 wherein said prize output device writes electronic data (shipment conveyance device) on a storage medium that said player may remove from said game apparatus , said electronic data indicating said selected prize . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 11 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding a stop made by a carrier of the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) or information regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the message contains information regarding an unusual stopping period regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5816918A CLAIM 28 . A game apparatus as recited in claim 24 wherein said prize output device writes electronic data (shipment conveyance device) on a storage medium that said player may remove from said game apparatus , said electronic data indicating said selected prize . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (statistical information) , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5816918A CLAIM 28 . A game apparatus as recited in claim 24 wherein said prize output device writes electronic data (shipment conveyance device) on a storage medium that said player may remove from said game apparatus , said electronic data indicating said selected prize . US5816918A CLAIM 64 . A method as recited in claim 63 wherein said random selection of said specific prize is modified according to statistical information (transportation temperature) such that said win ratios of awarding said specific prizes are approximately fulfilled . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 15 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of a deviation from a pre-determined shipment or transportation route associated with a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) . |
US5816918A CLAIM 28 . A game apparatus as recited in claim 24 wherein said prize output device writes electronic data (shipment conveyance device) on a storage medium that said player may remove from said game apparatus , said electronic data indicating said selected prize . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 16 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of an unauthorized carrier or a wrong carrier shipping or transporting the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) or a detection of an unauthorized receiver of the shipment conveyance device or a wrong receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5816918A CLAIM 28 . A game apparatus as recited in claim 24 wherein said prize output device writes electronic data (shipment conveyance device) on a storage medium that said player may remove from said game apparatus , said electronic data indicating said selected prize . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (input device) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5816918A CLAIM 21 . A game apparatus providing a prize redemption system , the game apparatus comprising : a game processor for controlling a game on said game apparatus , said game providing a number of prize credits to a player in connection with said player playing said game ; receiving means for receiving monetary input from said player , said receiving means being coupled to said game processor ; an input device (input device) coupled to said game processor and providing commands to said game from said player ; an output display device coupled to said game processor for providing visual feedback for said game ; means for providing a prize selection menu on said display device , said prize selection menu presenting a plurality of prizes , each of said prizes having a prize credit cost which has been determined in accordance with a desired payout value of an operator of said game apparatus , wherein said player selects one of said prizes using said input device , said selected prize having a prize credit cost less than or equal to said prize credits awarded to said player ; and a prize output device coupled to said game processor for outputting an indication of said selected prize to said player such that said player may use said indication to redeem said selected prize . US5816918A CLAIM 28 . A game apparatus as recited in claim 24 wherein said prize output device writes electronic data (shipment conveyance device) on a storage medium that said player may remove from said game apparatus , said electronic data indicating said selected prize . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 18 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise to an insurance claim regarding the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
US5816918A CLAIM 28 . A game apparatus as recited in claim 24 wherein said prize output device writes electronic data (shipment conveyance device) on a storage medium that said player may remove from said game apparatus , said electronic data indicating said selected prize . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 21 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) . |
US5816918A CLAIM 28 . A game apparatus as recited in claim 24 wherein said prize output device writes electronic data (shipment conveyance device) on a storage medium that said player may remove from said game apparatus , said electronic data indicating said selected prize . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device (electronic data) , a shipment or transportation temperature (statistical information) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5816918A CLAIM 28 . A game apparatus as recited in claim 24 wherein said prize output device writes electronic data (shipment conveyance device) on a storage medium that said player may remove from said game apparatus , said electronic data indicating said selected prize . US5816918A CLAIM 64 . A method as recited in claim 63 wherein said random selection of said specific prize is modified according to statistical information (transportation temperature) such that said win ratios of awarding said specific prizes are approximately fulfilled . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage device) regarding the piece of luggage . |
US5816918A CLAIM 51 . A method as recited in claim 47 wherein said display is included in said game apparatus such that said prize table is displayed on said game apparatus , and wherein said storage medium is included as a storage device (memory stores information) in said game apparatus . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (statistical information) , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5816918A CLAIM 64 . A method as recited in claim 63 wherein said random selection of said specific prize is modified according to statistical information (transportation temperature) such that said win ratios of awarding said specific prizes are approximately fulfilled . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (input device) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5816918A CLAIM 21 . A game apparatus providing a prize redemption system , the game apparatus comprising : a game processor for controlling a game on said game apparatus , said game providing a number of prize credits to a player in connection with said player playing said game ; receiving means for receiving monetary input from said player , said receiving means being coupled to said game processor ; an input device (input device) coupled to said game processor and providing commands to said game from said player ; an output display device coupled to said game processor for providing visual feedback for said game ; means for providing a prize selection menu on said display device , said prize selection menu presenting a plurality of prizes , each of said prizes having a prize credit cost which has been determined in accordance with a desired payout value of an operator of said game apparatus , wherein said player selects one of said prizes using said input device , said selected prize having a prize credit cost less than or equal to said prize credits awarded to said player ; and a prize output device coupled to said game processor for outputting an indication of said selected prize to said player such that said player may use said indication to redeem said selected prize . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5938721A Filed: 1996-10-24 Issued: 1999-08-17 Position based personal digital assistant (Original Assignee) Trimble Inc (Current Assignee) Trimble Inc William O. Dussell, James M. Janky, John F. Schipper, David J. Cowl |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (audio system) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5938721A CLAIM 17 . The computer assisted method of claim 16 wherein said step of alerting comprises playing out a voice message through an audio system (memory stores information) associated with said vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (audio system) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5938721A CLAIM 17 . The computer assisted method of claim 16 wherein said step of alerting comprises playing out a voice message through an audio system (memory stores information) associated with said vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information (Global Positioning) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication (more vehicle) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5938721A CLAIM 7 . The computer assisted method of claim 6 wherein at least one of said sources is a Global Positioning (travel route information) System (GPS) satellite . US5938721A CLAIM 35 . A computer assisted method of scheduling a task , comprising the steps of : storing , over a period of time , commute information indicative of a regularly travelled route of a vehicle , said commute information comprising one or more position information entries , each position information entry derived from positioning information received from a GPS receiver ; storing one or more vehicle (second communication) stop entries for said vehicle , each vehicle stop entry being associated with a location at which a task is performed , each vehicle stop entry including positioning information received from said GPS receiver ; associating with said vehicle stop entries , task descriptions , each task description being indicative of a task capable of being accomplished at a location associated with an associated vehicle stop entry ; and retrieving one of said task descriptions using first positioning information received from said GPS receiver when said first positioning information indicates that said vehicle will be in a first location within a predefined range of one of said locations associated with one of said vehicle stop entries , wherein said first positioning information is used in conjunction with said commute information to determine that said vehicle will be in said first location . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (said position) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5938721A CLAIM 1 . A computer assisted method , comprising the steps of : receiving at a mobile computer system positioning information corresponding to the geographic location of said mobile computer system ; storing a task description comprising an action item in a database so as to associate said task description with said position (inputting information) information ; and retrieving said task description when said mobile computer system is in a second geographic location that is within a selected range of a location at which said task description may be performed . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (audio system) regarding the piece of luggage . |
US5938721A CLAIM 17 . The computer assisted method of claim 16 wherein said step of alerting comprises playing out a voice message through an audio system (memory stores information) associated with said vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (said position) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5938721A CLAIM 1 . A computer assisted method , comprising the steps of : receiving at a mobile computer system positioning information corresponding to the geographic location of said mobile computer system ; storing a task description comprising an action item in a database so as to associate said task description with said position (inputting information) information ; and retrieving said task description when said mobile computer system is in a second geographic location that is within a selected range of a location at which said task description may be performed . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5974446A Filed: 1996-10-24 Issued: 1999-10-26 Internet based distance learning system for communicating between server and clients wherein clients communicate with each other or with teacher using different communication techniques via common user interface (Original Assignee) Academy of Applied Science Inc (Current Assignee) Academy of Applied Science Inc Wes Sonnenreich, Tim Macinta, Jason Albanesc, Robert H. Rines |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (user selection, such data) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5974446A CLAIM 19 . A system for organizing and integrating the use of a plurality of different types of Internet information and dialog communication techniques and for each of a plurality of different informational topics stored in central file server(s) interfacing through the Internet with a plurality of widely geographically separated and independent user computer stations , the system having , in combination , central file server means containing storage means containing (1) an index of a plurality of different informational topics , and (2) a personal information and identification directory on all the users of the plurality of user computer stations including their specific selected informational topics of interest ; means for storing also at such central file server(s) the files and other detailed information pertaining to each informational topic indexed in the database ; means for connecting the server to the Internet , each user computer station being connected to the Internet and having similar software that generates a common type screen at each station containing selectable buttons for personal user identification and for each different information topic selected as of interest to the user ; means for enabling said software , upon a user selecting a topic button , for thereupon generating a screen pattern of common format for each topic containing four primary selections : (1) a " ; tool" ; bar section of " ; buttons" ; representing different selectable primary communications function modes including a plurality selected from the group consisting of e-mail , multi-media presentations , web-access , instantaneous messaging , real-time communication , personal information gathering , and custom software , (2) a message reader section displaying all e-mail messages sent by other users interested in the same informational topic , (3) a real-time text base communication-chatting or dialog section , and (4) a list of all the users who have selected the same information topic as of interest and who are currently on-line , cross-referenceable and configurable to specific of such users already known to or desired by the user ; the software further providing on said screen pattern a web-browsing window tuned to a topic-specific web page ; and wherein , as the user logs in , means is provided at the server for identifying the user' ; s personal identification and information in the database and means for thereupon customizing the user screen topic buttons to present thereon those topics of selected as of interest by the user and stored in said database ; and , upon the user selecting a topic button and thereupon generating said screen pattern , means for causing a search for all stored data on that topic ; and upon the user selecting the desired communication function mode from the " ; tool" ; box section , means for automatically thereupon communicating such data (invoice information) from the server in the appropriate user-selected communication mode over the Internet to the user screens , observable by all said users . US5974446A CLAIM 29 . The method of claim 28 wherein , for the case of a user selection (invoice information) of an asynchronous communication mode such as e-mail , and a communication received from another user who selected a synchronous mode such as real time chatting and web page browsing , the manner of adapting includes preparing said communication in e-mail format for the first-named user . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (user selection, such data) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5974446A CLAIM 19 . A system for organizing and integrating the use of a plurality of different types of Internet information and dialog communication techniques and for each of a plurality of different informational topics stored in central file server(s) interfacing through the Internet with a plurality of widely geographically separated and independent user computer stations , the system having , in combination , central file server means containing storage means containing (1) an index of a plurality of different informational topics , and (2) a personal information and identification directory on all the users of the plurality of user computer stations including their specific selected informational topics of interest ; means for storing also at such central file server(s) the files and other detailed information pertaining to each informational topic indexed in the database ; means for connecting the server to the Internet , each user computer station being connected to the Internet and having similar software that generates a common type screen at each station containing selectable buttons for personal user identification and for each different information topic selected as of interest to the user ; means for enabling said software , upon a user selecting a topic button , for thereupon generating a screen pattern of common format for each topic containing four primary selections : (1) a " ; tool" ; bar section of " ; buttons" ; representing different selectable primary communications function modes including a plurality selected from the group consisting of e-mail , multi-media presentations , web-access , instantaneous messaging , real-time communication , personal information gathering , and custom software , (2) a message reader section displaying all e-mail messages sent by other users interested in the same informational topic , (3) a real-time text base communication-chatting or dialog section , and (4) a list of all the users who have selected the same information topic as of interest and who are currently on-line , cross-referenceable and configurable to specific of such users already known to or desired by the user ; the software further providing on said screen pattern a web-browsing window tuned to a topic-specific web page ; and wherein , as the user logs in , means is provided at the server for identifying the user' ; s personal identification and information in the database and means for thereupon customizing the user screen topic buttons to present thereon those topics of selected as of interest by the user and stored in said database ; and , upon the user selecting a topic button and thereupon generating said screen pattern , means for causing a search for all stored data on that topic ; and upon the user selecting the desired communication function mode from the " ; tool" ; box section , means for automatically thereupon communicating such data (invoice information) from the server in the appropriate user-selected communication mode over the Internet to the user screens , observable by all said users . US5974446A CLAIM 29 . The method of claim 28 wherein , for the case of a user selection (invoice information) of an asynchronous communication mode such as e-mail , and a communication received from another user who selected a synchronous mode such as real time chatting and web page browsing , the manner of adapting includes preparing said communication in e-mail format for the first-named user . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (user selection, such data) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information (stored data) regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5974446A CLAIM 1 . A method of organizing and integrating the use of a plurality of different types of Internet information and dialog communication techniques and for each of a plurality of different informational topics stored in central file server(s) interfacing through the Internet with a plurality of widely geographically separated and independent user computer stations , that comprises , storing at such central file server(s) a database containing (1) an index of a plurality of different informational topics , and (2) a personal information and identification directory on all the users of the plurality of user computer stations including their specific selected informational topics of interest ; storing also at such central file server(s) the files and other detailed information pertaining to each informational topic indexed in the database , providing each user computer station with similar software that generates a common type screen at each station containing selectable buttons for personal user identification and for each different information topic selected as of interest to the user ; enabling said software , upon a user selecting a topic button , for thereupon generating a screen pattern of common format for each topic containing four primary selections : (1) a " ; tool" ; bar section of " ; buttons" ; representing different primary communications function modes including a plurality selected from the group consisting of e-mail , multi-media presentations , web-access , instantaneous messaging , real-time communication , personal information gathering , and custom software , (2) a message reader section displaying all e-mail messages sent by other users interested in the same informational topic , (3) a real-time text base communication-chatting or dialog section , and (4) a list of all the users who have selected the same information topic as of interest and who are currently on-line , cross-referenceable and configurable to specific of such users already known to or desired by the user ; the software further providing on said screen pattern a web-browsing window tuned to a topic-specific web page ; and wherein , as the user logs in , the user' ; s personal identification and information is identified in the central server file database and the server customizes the user screen topic buttons to those user-selected topics of interest stored in said database ; and , upon the user selecting a topic button and thereupon generating said screen pattern , the server searches for all stored data (apparatus stores information) on that topic ; and , upon the user selecting a topic button and thereupon generating said screen pattern , causing a search for all stored data on that topic ; and upon the user selecting the desired communication function mode from the " ; tool" ; box section , communicating such stored data from the server in the appropriate user-selected communication mode over the Internet to the user screens , observable by all said users . US5974446A CLAIM 29 . The method of claim 28 wherein , for the case of a user selection (invoice information) of an asynchronous communication mode such as e-mail , and a communication received from another user who selected a synchronous mode such as real time chatting and web page browsing , the manner of adapting includes preparing said communication in e-mail format for the first-named user . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5842199A Filed: 1996-10-18 Issued: 1998-11-24 System, method and article of manufacture for using receiver operating curves to evaluate predictive utility (Original Assignee) University of Minnesota (Current Assignee) University of Minnesota Bradley N. Miller, John T. Riedl, Joseph A. Konstan |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage device) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5842199A CLAIM 1 . An electronic information system for determining predictive utility of recommendation techniques in ascertaining which items are preferred by a user , comprising : (a) input means (destination information, inputting information) for obtaining a set of measurements of user preference of items recommended to a user , the items presented to the user being derived from a plurality of items by utilizing recommendations from an adaptive recommendation technique ; and (b) processing means , operatively coupled to the input means , generating a quality metric receiver operating curve (ROC) from the set of measurements which corresponds to a measure of effectiveness of the adaptive recommendation technique in predicting which items are preferred by the user . US5842199A CLAIM 22 . A program storage device (memory stores information) readable by a computer system tangibly embodying a program of instructions executable by the computer system to perform a method of operating an electronic information system in order to determine predictive utility of recommendation techniques in ascertaining which items are preferred by a user , the method comprising steps of : (a) deriving particular items from a plurality of items by utilizing recommendations from an adaptive recommendation technique ; (b) presenting the particular items to a user on a user interface device ; (c) obtaining a set of measurements of actual user preference of the particular items presented to a user through an input device ; and (d) generating a quality metric receiver operating curve (ROC) from the set of measurements which corresponds to a measure of effectiveness of the adaptive recommendation technique in predicting which items are preferred by the user . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage device) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5842199A CLAIM 1 . An electronic information system for determining predictive utility of recommendation techniques in ascertaining which items are preferred by a user , comprising : (a) input means (destination information, inputting information) for obtaining a set of measurements of user preference of items recommended to a user , the items presented to the user being derived from a plurality of items by utilizing recommendations from an adaptive recommendation technique ; and (b) processing means , operatively coupled to the input means , generating a quality metric receiver operating curve (ROC) from the set of measurements which corresponds to a measure of effectiveness of the adaptive recommendation technique in predicting which items are preferred by the user . US5842199A CLAIM 22 . A program storage device (memory stores information) readable by a computer system tangibly embodying a program of instructions executable by the computer system to perform a method of operating an electronic information system in order to determine predictive utility of recommendation techniques in ascertaining which items are preferred by a user , the method comprising steps of : (a) deriving particular items from a plurality of items by utilizing recommendations from an adaptive recommendation technique ; (b) presenting the particular items to a user on a user interface device ; (c) obtaining a set of measurements of actual user preference of the particular items presented to a user through an input device ; and (d) generating a quality metric receiver operating curve (ROC) from the set of measurements which corresponds to a measure of effectiveness of the adaptive recommendation technique in predicting which items are preferred by the user . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (input means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5842199A CLAIM 1 . An electronic information system for determining predictive utility of recommendation techniques in ascertaining which items are preferred by a user , comprising : (a) input means (destination information, inputting information) for obtaining a set of measurements of user preference of items recommended to a user , the items presented to the user being derived from a plurality of items by utilizing recommendations from an adaptive recommendation technique ; and (b) processing means , operatively coupled to the input means , generating a quality metric receiver operating curve (ROC) from the set of measurements which corresponds to a measure of effectiveness of the adaptive recommendation technique in predicting which items are preferred by the user . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (input device) for inputting information (input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5842199A CLAIM 1 . An electronic information system for determining predictive utility of recommendation techniques in ascertaining which items are preferred by a user , comprising : (a) input means (destination information, inputting information) for obtaining a set of measurements of user preference of items recommended to a user , the items presented to the user being derived from a plurality of items by utilizing recommendations from an adaptive recommendation technique ; and (b) processing means , operatively coupled to the input means , generating a quality metric receiver operating curve (ROC) from the set of measurements which corresponds to a measure of effectiveness of the adaptive recommendation technique in predicting which items are preferred by the user . US5842199A CLAIM 13 . A method of operating an electronic information system in order to determine predictive utility of recommendation techniques in ascertaining which items are preferred by a user , comprising : (a) deriving particular items from a plurality of items by utilizing recommendations from an adaptive recommendation technique ; (b) presenting the particular items to a user on a user interface device ; (c) obtaining a set of measurements of actual value of the particular items presented to a user through an input device (input device) ; and (d) generating a quality metric receiver operating curve (ROC) from the set of measurements which corresponds to a measure of effectiveness of the adaptive recommendation technique in predicting which items are preferred by the user . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage device) regarding the piece of luggage . |
US5842199A CLAIM 22 . A program storage device (memory stores information) readable by a computer system tangibly embodying a program of instructions executable by the computer system to perform a method of operating an electronic information system in order to determine predictive utility of recommendation techniques in ascertaining which items are preferred by a user , the method comprising steps of : (a) deriving particular items from a plurality of items by utilizing recommendations from an adaptive recommendation technique ; (b) presenting the particular items to a user on a user interface device ; (c) obtaining a set of measurements of actual user preference of the particular items presented to a user through an input device ; and (d) generating a quality metric receiver operating curve (ROC) from the set of measurements which corresponds to a measure of effectiveness of the adaptive recommendation technique in predicting which items are preferred by the user . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (input device) for inputting information (input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5842199A CLAIM 1 . An electronic information system for determining predictive utility of recommendation techniques in ascertaining which items are preferred by a user , comprising : (a) input means (destination information, inputting information) for obtaining a set of measurements of user preference of items recommended to a user , the items presented to the user being derived from a plurality of items by utilizing recommendations from an adaptive recommendation technique ; and (b) processing means , operatively coupled to the input means , generating a quality metric receiver operating curve (ROC) from the set of measurements which corresponds to a measure of effectiveness of the adaptive recommendation technique in predicting which items are preferred by the user . US5842199A CLAIM 13 . A method of operating an electronic information system in order to determine predictive utility of recommendation techniques in ascertaining which items are preferred by a user , comprising : (a) deriving particular items from a plurality of items by utilizing recommendations from an adaptive recommendation technique ; (b) presenting the particular items to a user on a user interface device ; (c) obtaining a set of measurements of actual value of the particular items presented to a user through an input device (input device) ; and (d) generating a quality metric receiver operating curve (ROC) from the set of measurements which corresponds to a measure of effectiveness of the adaptive recommendation technique in predicting which items are preferred by the user . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US6016475A Filed: 1996-10-08 Issued: 2000-01-18 System, method, and article of manufacture for generating implicit ratings based on receiver operating curves (Original Assignee) University of Minnesota (Current Assignee) MINNESOTA UNIVERSITY OF REGENTS OF ; University of Minnesota Bradley N. Miller, Joseph A. Konstan, John T. Riedl |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage device) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6016475A CLAIM 1 . A collaborative filtering electronic rating broker , comprising : (a) input means (destination information, inputting information) for obtaining an implicit measure concerning items presented to a user ; (b) processing means , operatively coupled to the input means , for generating an implicit rating as a function of the implicit measure using a receiver operating curve (ROC) ; and (c) output means , operatively coupled to the processing means , for providing the implicit rating to collaborative filter . US6016475A CLAIM 31 . A program storage device (memory stores information) readable by a computer system tangibly embodying a program of instructions executable by the computer system to perform a method of operating a collaborative filtering electronic rating broker in order to provide an implicit rating , the method comprising steps of : (a) obtaining an implicit measure concerning items presented to a user ; (b) generating an implicit rating as a function of the implicit measure using a receiver operating curve (ROC) ; and (c) providing the implicit rating to a collaborative filter . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage device) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US6016475A CLAIM 1 . A collaborative filtering electronic rating broker , comprising : (a) input means (destination information, inputting information) for obtaining an implicit measure concerning items presented to a user ; (b) processing means , operatively coupled to the input means , for generating an implicit rating as a function of the implicit measure using a receiver operating curve (ROC) ; and (c) output means , operatively coupled to the processing means , for providing the implicit rating to collaborative filter . US6016475A CLAIM 31 . A program storage device (memory stores information) readable by a computer system tangibly embodying a program of instructions executable by the computer system to perform a method of operating a collaborative filtering electronic rating broker in order to provide an implicit rating , the method comprising steps of : (a) obtaining an implicit measure concerning items presented to a user ; (b) generating an implicit rating as a function of the implicit measure using a receiver operating curve (ROC) ; and (c) providing the implicit rating to a collaborative filter . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (input means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US6016475A CLAIM 1 . A collaborative filtering electronic rating broker , comprising : (a) input means (destination information, inputting information) for obtaining an implicit measure concerning items presented to a user ; (b) processing means , operatively coupled to the input means , for generating an implicit rating as a function of the implicit measure using a receiver operating curve (ROC) ; and (c) output means , operatively coupled to the processing means , for providing the implicit rating to collaborative filter . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US6016475A CLAIM 1 . A collaborative filtering electronic rating broker , comprising : (a) input means (destination information, inputting information) for obtaining an implicit measure concerning items presented to a user ; (b) processing means , operatively coupled to the input means , for generating an implicit rating as a function of the implicit measure using a receiver operating curve (ROC) ; and (c) output means , operatively coupled to the processing means , for providing the implicit rating to collaborative filter . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage device) regarding the piece of luggage . |
US6016475A CLAIM 31 . A program storage device (memory stores information) readable by a computer system tangibly embodying a program of instructions executable by the computer system to perform a method of operating a collaborative filtering electronic rating broker in order to provide an implicit rating , the method comprising steps of : (a) obtaining an implicit measure concerning items presented to a user ; (b) generating an implicit rating as a function of the implicit measure using a receiver operating curve (ROC) ; and (c) providing the implicit rating to a collaborative filter . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US6016475A CLAIM 1 . A collaborative filtering electronic rating broker , comprising : (a) input means (destination information, inputting information) for obtaining an implicit measure concerning items presented to a user ; (b) processing means , operatively coupled to the input means , for generating an implicit rating as a function of the implicit measure using a receiver operating curve (ROC) ; and (c) output means , operatively coupled to the processing means , for providing the implicit rating to collaborative filter . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US6108493A Filed: 1996-10-08 Issued: 2000-08-22 System, method, and article of manufacture for utilizing implicit ratings in collaborative filters (Original Assignee) University of Minnesota (Current Assignee) REGENTS OF UNVIERSITY OF MINNESOTA ; University of Minnesota Bradley N. Miller, Joseph A. Konstan, John T. Riedl |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage device) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6108493A CLAIM 1 . A prediction information system for use between a user and a collaborative filtering electronic rating broker , comprising : (a) user interface means for presenting items as information to the user ; (b) input means (destination information, inputting information) for receiving data input by the user ; (c) processing means , operatively coupled to the user interface means and input means , for obtaining a particular implicit measure , generating an implicit rating as a function of the particular implicit measure , submitting the implicit rating to the collaborative filtering rating broker , receiving prediction results for other items from the collaborative filtering , rating broker , and presenting the prediction results to the user on the user interface means . US6108493A CLAIM 29 . A program storage device (memory stores information) readable by a computer system tangibly embodying a program of instructions executable by the computer system to perform a method of operating an electronic collaborative filtering rating broker on a computer system in order to provide prediction information to a user , the method comprising steps of : (a) presenting items as information to thc user on a display device ; (b) obtaining a particular implicit measure from the user based on the items through an input device ; (c) generating an implicit rating as a function of the particular implicit measure ; (d) submitting the particular implicit rating to the collaborate filtering rating broker ; (e) receiving prediction results for other items from the collaborative filtering rating broker ; and (f) presenting the prediction results to the user as the prediction information on the display device . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage device) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US6108493A CLAIM 1 . A prediction information system for use between a user and a collaborative filtering electronic rating broker , comprising : (a) user interface means for presenting items as information to the user ; (b) input means (destination information, inputting information) for receiving data input by the user ; (c) processing means , operatively coupled to the user interface means and input means , for obtaining a particular implicit measure , generating an implicit rating as a function of the particular implicit measure , submitting the implicit rating to the collaborative filtering rating broker , receiving prediction results for other items from the collaborative filtering , rating broker , and presenting the prediction results to the user on the user interface means . US6108493A CLAIM 29 . A program storage device (memory stores information) readable by a computer system tangibly embodying a program of instructions executable by the computer system to perform a method of operating an electronic collaborative filtering rating broker on a computer system in order to provide prediction information to a user , the method comprising steps of : (a) presenting items as information to thc user on a display device ; (b) obtaining a particular implicit measure from the user based on the items through an input device ; (c) generating an implicit rating as a function of the particular implicit measure ; (d) submitting the particular implicit rating to the collaborate filtering rating broker ; (e) receiving prediction results for other items from the collaborative filtering rating broker ; and (f) presenting the prediction results to the user as the prediction information on the display device . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (input means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US6108493A CLAIM 1 . A prediction information system for use between a user and a collaborative filtering electronic rating broker , comprising : (a) user interface means for presenting items as information to the user ; (b) input means (destination information, inputting information) for receiving data input by the user ; (c) processing means , operatively coupled to the user interface means and input means , for obtaining a particular implicit measure , generating an implicit rating as a function of the particular implicit measure , submitting the implicit rating to the collaborative filtering rating broker , receiving prediction results for other items from the collaborative filtering , rating broker , and presenting the prediction results to the user on the user interface means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (input device) for inputting information (input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US6108493A CLAIM 1 . A prediction information system for use between a user and a collaborative filtering electronic rating broker , comprising : (a) user interface means for presenting items as information to the user ; (b) input means (destination information, inputting information) for receiving data input by the user ; (c) processing means , operatively coupled to the user interface means and input means , for obtaining a particular implicit measure , generating an implicit rating as a function of the particular implicit measure , submitting the implicit rating to the collaborative filtering rating broker , receiving prediction results for other items from the collaborative filtering , rating broker , and presenting the prediction results to the user on the user interface means . US6108493A CLAIM 17 . A method of operating a collaborative filtering electronic rating broker on a computer system in order to provide prediction information to a user , comprising steps of : (a) presenting items as information to the user on a display device ; (b) obtaining d particular implicit measure from the user based on the items through an input device (input device) ; (c) generating an implicit rating as a function of the particular implicit measure ; (d) submitting the particular implicit rating to the collaborative filtering rating broker ; (e) receiving prediction results for other items from the collaborative filtering rating broker ; and (f) presenting the prediction results to the user as the prediction information on the display device . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage device) regarding the piece of luggage . |
US6108493A CLAIM 29 . A program storage device (memory stores information) readable by a computer system tangibly embodying a program of instructions executable by the computer system to perform a method of operating an electronic collaborative filtering rating broker on a computer system in order to provide prediction information to a user , the method comprising steps of : (a) presenting items as information to thc user on a display device ; (b) obtaining a particular implicit measure from the user based on the items through an input device ; (c) generating an implicit rating as a function of the particular implicit measure ; (d) submitting the particular implicit rating to the collaborate filtering rating broker ; (e) receiving prediction results for other items from the collaborative filtering rating broker ; and (f) presenting the prediction results to the user as the prediction information on the display device . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (input device) for inputting information (input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US6108493A CLAIM 1 . A prediction information system for use between a user and a collaborative filtering electronic rating broker , comprising : (a) user interface means for presenting items as information to the user ; (b) input means (destination information, inputting information) for receiving data input by the user ; (c) processing means , operatively coupled to the user interface means and input means , for obtaining a particular implicit measure , generating an implicit rating as a function of the particular implicit measure , submitting the implicit rating to the collaborative filtering rating broker , receiving prediction results for other items from the collaborative filtering , rating broker , and presenting the prediction results to the user on the user interface means . US6108493A CLAIM 17 . A method of operating a collaborative filtering electronic rating broker on a computer system in order to provide prediction information to a user , comprising steps of : (a) presenting items as information to the user on a display device ; (b) obtaining d particular implicit measure from the user based on the items through an input device (input device) ; (c) generating an implicit rating as a function of the particular implicit measure ; (d) submitting the particular implicit rating to the collaborative filtering rating broker ; (e) receiving prediction results for other items from the collaborative filtering rating broker ; and (f) presenting the prediction results to the user as the prediction information on the display device . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5983161A Filed: 1996-09-24 Issued: 1999-11-09 GPS vehicle collision avoidance warning and control system and method (Original Assignee) Lemelson; Jerome H.; Pedersen; Robert D. Jerome H. Lemelson, Robert D. Pedersen |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (said objects) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information (determined direction) ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5983161A CLAIM 6 . The method of claim 1 wherein the determining continuously the one' ; s kinematic position step further comprises the step of : determining the one' ; s attitude relative to a predetermined direction (payment instruction information) over the earth' ; s surface using multiple antennae supported on the extremities of the one automobile and phase comparing the GPS signals simultaneously received at the antennae . US5983161A CLAIM 17 . The method of claim 16 wherein the detecting step includes detecting said objects (invoice information) by scanning with one or more television cameras supported on the one automobile , and wherein the analyzing step includes processing and analyzing digital signals indicative of video images detected by the one or more television cameras . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (said objects) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information (determined direction) , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5983161A CLAIM 6 . The method of claim 1 wherein the determining continuously the one' ; s kinematic position step further comprises the step of : determining the one' ; s attitude relative to a predetermined direction (payment instruction information) over the earth' ; s surface using multiple antennae supported on the extremities of the one automobile and phase comparing the GPS signals simultaneously received at the antennae . US5983161A CLAIM 17 . The method of claim 16 wherein the detecting step includes detecting said objects (invoice information) by scanning with one or more television cameras supported on the one automobile , and wherein the analyzing step includes processing and analyzing digital signals indicative of video images detected by the one or more television cameras . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (said objects) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information (determined direction) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication (second communication) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5983161A CLAIM 1 . A computer controlled collision avoidance and warning method comprising the steps of : receiving continuously from a network of satellites on a first communication link at one of a plurality of automobiles GPS ranging signals for initially accurately determining the one' ; s position on a highway on a surface of the earth , receiving continuously at the one automobile on a second communication (second communication) link from one of a plurality of stations having a known fixed position on the surface of the earth DGPS auxiliary range signals , including correction signals for correcting propagation delay errors in , the GPS ranging signals and pseudolite signals for assistance in making further measurements for still further improving the accuracy of the GPS ranging signals and of determining the one' ; s position on the highway on the surface of the earth , determining continuously at the one automobile from the GPS , DGPS , and pseudolite signals the one' ; s kinematic tracking position on the surface of the earth with centimeter accuracy , communicating the one' ; s status information including the kinematic tracking position to each other one of the plurality of automobiles and to the one station or one of a plurality of control centers , and receiving at the one automobile each of the others' ; of the plurality of automobiles status information including the others' ; kinematic tracking position , analyzing the kinematic tracking positions and status information to identify and evaluate each potential collision hazard relative to the one automobile , determining in a fuzzy logic associative memory the one' ; s expert driving response relative to each collision hazard generating expert driving response control signals for actuating a plurality of control systems of the one automobile in a coordinated manner , intelligibly indicating a warning of a collision hazard , and coordinately actuating the control systems of the one automobile with the control signals to operate the one automobile laterally and longitudinally in real time sufficiently in due time to avoid each collision hazard or , when a collision is unavoidable , then to minimize any injury or damage therefrom . US5983161A CLAIM 6 . The method of claim 1 wherein the determining continuously the one' ; s kinematic position step further comprises the step of : determining the one' ; s attitude relative to a predetermined direction (payment instruction information) over the earth' ; s surface using multiple antennae supported on the extremities of the one automobile and phase comparing the GPS signals simultaneously received at the antennae . US5983161A CLAIM 17 . The method of claim 16 wherein the detecting step includes detecting said objects (invoice information) by scanning with one or more television cameras supported on the one automobile , and wherein the analyzing step includes processing and analyzing digital signals indicative of video images detected by the one or more television cameras . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US6006159A Filed: 1996-08-13 Issued: 1999-12-21 Public transit vehicle arrival information system (Original Assignee) Schmier; Kenneth J.; Freda; Paul (Current Assignee) Cubic Corp Kenneth J. Schmier, Paul Freda |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (transportation vehicle) , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (public transportation) , packing slip information , delivery time information (arrival times) , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6006159A CLAIM 1 . A system for determining the location of vehicles operating over predetermined routes in a transit system , comprising : (1) a global positioning system device located in selected transit vehicles in the system for monitoring the position of said vehicles ; (2) central processor means (a) storing an historical transit data table containing vehicle schedules of the travel times necessary for said vehicles to move from one stop to another along their routes under different conditions , advertisements and information for the operators of the vehicles , and (b) selecting from the transit data table a schedule of travel times applicable for current conditions along a given route and using the schedule of times from said transit data table and the position of said vehicles at a given time to calculate the times at which said vehicles will arrive at upcoming stops ; (3) means communicating between the global positioning system device and the central processor means for transmitting the position of said vehicles to said central processor means ; (4) means broadcasting within the area served by the transit system a system table of the calculated vehicle arrival times (delivery time information) for the transit system ; and (5) receivers selected from portable receivers , receivers at selected vehicle stops and receivers on board vehicles within the transit system , adapted for receiving the broadcast and displaying at least subsets of the transit data table associated with the selected receivers , including subsets containing predicted transit stop arrival times , advertisements and information for the operators of the vehicles . US6006159A CLAIM 10 . A system for notifying individuals of the status of one or more public transportation vehicle (shipper information) s travelling predetermined routes , the system comprising : a first transceiver located in selected ones of the vehicles ; global position determining device located in the vehicles , the global position determining devices in the vehicles including a computer and connected to the transceiver and communicating thereby with a plurality of global positioning system satellites for determining the location of vehicles along their routes ; a second transceiver separate from the vehicles ; at least one central processor separate from the vehicles and in communication via the second transceiver and the first transceivers in the vehicles with the global position determining devices for receiving the location of the vehicles therefrom , said central processor having access to electronically stored information concerning the routes , said information including the location of each of a plurality of stops and historical information including schedule information and transit times between stops associated with different conditions along the route , and said central processor including means for computing from the location of the vehicles and the electronically stored information a transit data table including the calculated predicted arrival time of vehicles at least at selected stops ; means broadcasting the transit data table electronically ; access means adapted for communicating with said electronic broadcasting means for receiving the transit data table and transmitting the transit data table in at least one of audio and visual formats ; and further comprising means in selected vehicles for determining the number of unoccupied seats and wherein said central processor is in communication with said means for determining the number of unoccupied seats for receiving the number of unoccupied seats therefrom and wherein said central processor has the capability to determine the predicted passenger load from data stored in said processing means and add said predicted passenger load to the transit data table . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (transportation vehicle) , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (public transportation) , packing slip information , delivery time information (arrival times) , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US6006159A CLAIM 1 . A system for determining the location of vehicles operating over predetermined routes in a transit system , comprising : (1) a global positioning system device located in selected transit vehicles in the system for monitoring the position of said vehicles ; (2) central processor means (a) storing an historical transit data table containing vehicle schedules of the travel times necessary for said vehicles to move from one stop to another along their routes under different conditions , advertisements and information for the operators of the vehicles , and (b) selecting from the transit data table a schedule of travel times applicable for current conditions along a given route and using the schedule of times from said transit data table and the position of said vehicles at a given time to calculate the times at which said vehicles will arrive at upcoming stops ; (3) means communicating between the global positioning system device and the central processor means for transmitting the position of said vehicles to said central processor means ; (4) means broadcasting within the area served by the transit system a system table of the calculated vehicle arrival times (delivery time information) for the transit system ; and (5) receivers selected from portable receivers , receivers at selected vehicle stops and receivers on board vehicles within the transit system , adapted for receiving the broadcast and displaying at least subsets of the transit data table associated with the selected receivers , including subsets containing predicted transit stop arrival times , advertisements and information for the operators of the vehicles . US6006159A CLAIM 10 . A system for notifying individuals of the status of one or more public transportation vehicle (shipper information) s travelling predetermined routes , the system comprising : a first transceiver located in selected ones of the vehicles ; global position determining device located in the vehicles , the global position determining devices in the vehicles including a computer and connected to the transceiver and communicating thereby with a plurality of global positioning system satellites for determining the location of vehicles along their routes ; a second transceiver separate from the vehicles ; at least one central processor separate from the vehicles and in communication via the second transceiver and the first transceivers in the vehicles with the global position determining devices for receiving the location of the vehicles therefrom , said central processor having access to electronically stored information concerning the routes , said information including the location of each of a plurality of stops and historical information including schedule information and transit times between stops associated with different conditions along the route , and said central processor including means for computing from the location of the vehicles and the electronically stored information a transit data table including the calculated predicted arrival time of vehicles at least at selected stops ; means broadcasting the transit data table electronically ; access means adapted for communicating with said electronic broadcasting means for receiving the transit data table and transmitting the transit data table in at least one of audio and visual formats ; and further comprising means in selected vehicles for determining the number of unoccupied seats and wherein said central processor is in communication with said means for determining the number of unoccupied seats for receiving the number of unoccupied seats therefrom and wherein said central processor has the capability to determine the predicted passenger load from data stored in said processing means and add said predicted passenger load to the transit data table . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information (transportation vehicle) regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (public transportation) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information (arrival times) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US6006159A CLAIM 1 . A system for determining the location of vehicles operating over predetermined routes in a transit system , comprising : (1) a global positioning system device located in selected transit vehicles in the system for monitoring the position of said vehicles ; (2) central processor means (a) storing an historical transit data table containing vehicle schedules of the travel times necessary for said vehicles to move from one stop to another along their routes under different conditions , advertisements and information for the operators of the vehicles , and (b) selecting from the transit data table a schedule of travel times applicable for current conditions along a given route and using the schedule of times from said transit data table and the position of said vehicles at a given time to calculate the times at which said vehicles will arrive at upcoming stops ; (3) means communicating between the global positioning system device and the central processor means for transmitting the position of said vehicles to said central processor means ; (4) means broadcasting within the area served by the transit system a system table of the calculated vehicle arrival times (delivery time information) for the transit system ; and (5) receivers selected from portable receivers , receivers at selected vehicle stops and receivers on board vehicles within the transit system , adapted for receiving the broadcast and displaying at least subsets of the transit data table associated with the selected receivers , including subsets containing predicted transit stop arrival times , advertisements and information for the operators of the vehicles . US6006159A CLAIM 10 . A system for notifying individuals of the status of one or more public transportation vehicle (shipper information) s travelling predetermined routes , the system comprising : a first transceiver located in selected ones of the vehicles ; global position determining device located in the vehicles , the global position determining devices in the vehicles including a computer and connected to the transceiver and communicating thereby with a plurality of global positioning system satellites for determining the location of vehicles along their routes ; a second transceiver separate from the vehicles ; at least one central processor separate from the vehicles and in communication via the second transceiver and the first transceivers in the vehicles with the global position determining devices for receiving the location of the vehicles therefrom , said central processor having access to electronically stored information concerning the routes , said information including the location of each of a plurality of stops and historical information including schedule information and transit times between stops associated with different conditions along the route , and said central processor including means for computing from the location of the vehicles and the electronically stored information a transit data table including the calculated predicted arrival time of vehicles at least at selected stops ; means broadcasting the transit data table electronically ; access means adapted for communicating with said electronic broadcasting means for receiving the transit data table and transmitting the transit data table in at least one of audio and visual formats ; and further comprising means in selected vehicles for determining the number of unoccupied seats and wherein said central processor is in communication with said means for determining the number of unoccupied seats for receiving the number of unoccupied seats therefrom and wherein said central processor has the capability to determine the predicted passenger load from data stored in said processing means and add said predicted passenger load to the transit data table . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 18 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise (current condition) to an insurance claim regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
US6006159A CLAIM 1 . A system for determining the location of vehicles operating over predetermined routes in a transit system , comprising : (1) a global positioning system device located in selected transit vehicles in the system for monitoring the position of said vehicles ; (2) central processor means (a) storing an historical transit data table containing vehicle schedules of the travel times necessary for said vehicles to move from one stop to another along their routes under different conditions , advertisements and information for the operators of the vehicles , and (b) selecting from the transit data table a schedule of travel times applicable for current condition (occurrence giving rise) s along a given route and using the schedule of times from said transit data table and the position of said vehicles at a given time to calculate the times at which said vehicles will arrive at upcoming stops ; (3) means communicating between the global positioning system device and the central processor means for transmitting the position of said vehicles to said central processor means ; (4) means broadcasting within the area served by the transit system a system table of the calculated vehicle arrival times for the transit system ; and (5) receivers selected from portable receivers , receivers at selected vehicle stops and receivers on board vehicles within the transit system , adapted for receiving the broadcast and displaying at least subsets of the transit data table associated with the selected receivers , including subsets containing predicted transit stop arrival times , advertisements and information for the operators of the vehicles . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 33 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise (current condition) to an insurance claim regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
US6006159A CLAIM 1 . A system for determining the location of vehicles operating over predetermined routes in a transit system , comprising : (1) a global positioning system device located in selected transit vehicles in the system for monitoring the position of said vehicles ; (2) central processor means (a) storing an historical transit data table containing vehicle schedules of the travel times necessary for said vehicles to move from one stop to another along their routes under different conditions , advertisements and information for the operators of the vehicles , and (b) selecting from the transit data table a schedule of travel times applicable for current condition (occurrence giving rise) s along a given route and using the schedule of times from said transit data table and the position of said vehicles at a given time to calculate the times at which said vehicles will arrive at upcoming stops ; (3) means communicating between the global positioning system device and the central processor means for transmitting the position of said vehicles to said central processor means ; (4) means broadcasting within the area served by the transit system a system table of the calculated vehicle arrival times for the transit system ; and (5) receivers selected from portable receivers , receivers at selected vehicle stops and receivers on board vehicles within the transit system , adapted for receiving the broadcast and displaying at least subsets of the transit data table associated with the selected receivers , including subsets containing predicted transit stop arrival times , advertisements and information for the operators of the vehicles . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5815093A Filed: 1996-07-26 Issued: 1998-09-29 Computerized vehicle log (Original Assignee) Lextron Systems Inc (Current Assignee) Lextron Systems Inc Dan Kikinis |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (remote radio) , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (remote radio) , packing slip information (image data) , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5815093A CLAIM 11 . The method of claim 8 wherein in step (c) the image data (packing slip information) is stored with one or both of encryption and data compression . US5815093A CLAIM 15 . A computerized vehicle log system as in claim 12 further comprising a radio transceiver , and wherein the system is adapted to download stored information to remote radio (shipper information, invoice information, input device) equipped stations . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (remote radio) , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (remote radio) , packing slip information (image data) , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5815093A CLAIM 11 . The method of claim 8 wherein in step (c) the image data (packing slip information) is stored with one or both of encryption and data compression . US5815093A CLAIM 15 . A computerized vehicle log system as in claim 12 further comprising a radio transceiver , and wherein the system is adapted to download stored information to remote radio (shipper information, invoice information, input device) equipped stations . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information (remote radio) regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (remote radio) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information (image data) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information (Global Positioning) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5815093A CLAIM 6 . An accident recording system as in claim 1 further comprising a Global Positioning (travel route information) System (GPS) receiver for periodically determining and storing the precise position of the Earth' ; s surface of the vehicle carrying the accident recording system . US5815093A CLAIM 11 . The method of claim 8 wherein in step (c) the image data (packing slip information) is stored with one or both of encryption and data compression . US5815093A CLAIM 15 . A computerized vehicle log system as in claim 12 further comprising a radio transceiver , and wherein the system is adapted to download stored information to remote radio (shipper information, invoice information, input device) equipped stations . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (remote radio) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5815093A CLAIM 15 . A computerized vehicle log system as in claim 12 further comprising a radio transceiver , and wherein the system is adapted to download stored information to remote radio (shipper information, invoice information, input device) equipped stations . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (remote radio) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5815093A CLAIM 15 . A computerized vehicle log system as in claim 12 further comprising a radio transceiver , and wherein the system is adapted to download stored information to remote radio (shipper information, invoice information, input device) equipped stations . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5917405A Filed: 1996-07-18 Issued: 1999-06-29 Control apparatus and methods for vehicles (Original Assignee) Joao; Raymond Anthony (Current Assignee) JOAO CONTROL & MONITORING SYSTEMS LLC Raymond Anthony Joao |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (motor vehicle) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5917405A CLAIM 9 . The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle is one of a motor vehicle (invoice information) , an automobile , a truck , a tractor trailer , a marine vehicle , a marine vessel , a boat , an aircraft , a jet , a plane , construction equipment , farm equipment , a commercial vehicle , a recreational vehicle , a motorcycle , a snowmobile , a motor home , a mobile home , a water submersible vehicle , and an unmanned one of vehicle and equipment . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (motor vehicle) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5917405A CLAIM 9 . The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle is one of a motor vehicle (invoice information) , an automobile , a truck , a tractor trailer , a marine vehicle , a marine vessel , a boat , an aircraft , a jet , a plane , construction equipment , farm equipment , a commercial vehicle , a recreational vehicle , a motorcycle , a snowmobile , a motor home , a mobile home , a water submersible vehicle , and an unmanned one of vehicle and equipment . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (motor vehicle) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5917405A CLAIM 9 . The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle is one of a motor vehicle (invoice information) , an automobile , a truck , a tractor trailer , a marine vehicle , a marine vessel , a boat , an aircraft , a jet , a plane , construction equipment , farm equipment , a commercial vehicle , a recreational vehicle , a motorcycle , a snowmobile , a motor home , a mobile home , a water submersible vehicle , and an unmanned one of vehicle and equipment . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (said position) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5917405A CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 1 , which further comprises : a positioning device for determining location of the vehicle , wherein said position (inputting information) ing device is located at the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (said position) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5917405A CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 1 , which further comprises : a positioning device for determining location of the vehicle , wherein said position (inputting information) ing device is located at the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5929850A Filed: 1996-07-01 Issued: 1999-07-27 Interactive television system and method having on-demand web-like navigational capabilities for displaying requested hyperlinked web-like still images associated with television content (Original Assignee) Thomson Consumer Electronics Inc; Sun Microsystems Inc (Current Assignee) OpenTV Inc ; Sun Microsystems Inc Elliot Broadwin, Jon C Haass |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (first selection) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5929850A CLAIM 1 . A method for displaying still video images related to video content in an interactive television system , wherein the interactive television system comprises a video delivery system for providing video content , and at least one subscriber television including a display screen , wherein the subscriber television is coupled to the video delivery system , wherein the system further comprises a media server which stores a plurality of still images , the method comprising : the video delivery system broadcasting a plurality of channels each comprising video content ; the subscriber television receiving said plurality of channels each comprising video content ; displaying on the screen one or more selection options , wherein said one or more selection options includes a first selection (invoice information) option which indicates a request to view at least one still image which is not currently being broadcast by said video delivery system ; receiving user input selecting said first selection option which indicates a request to view at least one first still image which is not currently being broadcast by said video delivery system ; the subscriber television providing said request to the media server ; the media server providing one or more still images to the video delivery system in response to said request ; the video delivery system broadcasting said one or more still images on a first channel in response to receiving said one or more still images from the media server ; the subscriber television displaying on the screen said at least one first still image received on said first channel ; and displaying on the screen video content from one of said one or more channels each comprising video content , wherein said displaying on the screen one or more selection options occurs during said displaying on the screen said video content , wherein said video content comprises first video content related to a first subject matter and wherein said one or more still images have video content related to said first subject matter ; receiving user input selecting one or more selection options which indicate requests to view one or more still images currently being broadcast by said video delivery system which relate to said first subject matter , wherein said user input selecting said one or more selection options is received prior to said user input selecting said first selection option ; and the subscriber television displaying on the screen said one or more still images currently being broadcast by said video delivery system which relate to said first subject matter . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (first selection) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5929850A CLAIM 1 . A method for displaying still video images related to video content in an interactive television system , wherein the interactive television system comprises a video delivery system for providing video content , and at least one subscriber television including a display screen , wherein the subscriber television is coupled to the video delivery system , wherein the system further comprises a media server which stores a plurality of still images , the method comprising : the video delivery system broadcasting a plurality of channels each comprising video content ; the subscriber television receiving said plurality of channels each comprising video content ; displaying on the screen one or more selection options , wherein said one or more selection options includes a first selection (invoice information) option which indicates a request to view at least one still image which is not currently being broadcast by said video delivery system ; receiving user input selecting said first selection option which indicates a request to view at least one first still image which is not currently being broadcast by said video delivery system ; the subscriber television providing said request to the media server ; the media server providing one or more still images to the video delivery system in response to said request ; the video delivery system broadcasting said one or more still images on a first channel in response to receiving said one or more still images from the media server ; the subscriber television displaying on the screen said at least one first still image received on said first channel ; and displaying on the screen video content from one of said one or more channels each comprising video content , wherein said displaying on the screen one or more selection options occurs during said displaying on the screen said video content , wherein said video content comprises first video content related to a first subject matter and wherein said one or more still images have video content related to said first subject matter ; receiving user input selecting one or more selection options which indicate requests to view one or more still images currently being broadcast by said video delivery system which relate to said first subject matter , wherein said user input selecting said one or more selection options is received prior to said user input selecting said first selection option ; and the subscriber television displaying on the screen said one or more still images currently being broadcast by said video delivery system which relate to said first subject matter . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (first selection) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication (one second) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5929850A CLAIM 1 . A method for displaying still video images related to video content in an interactive television system , wherein the interactive television system comprises a video delivery system for providing video content , and at least one subscriber television including a display screen , wherein the subscriber television is coupled to the video delivery system , wherein the system further comprises a media server which stores a plurality of still images , the method comprising : the video delivery system broadcasting a plurality of channels each comprising video content ; the subscriber television receiving said plurality of channels each comprising video content ; displaying on the screen one or more selection options , wherein said one or more selection options includes a first selection (invoice information) option which indicates a request to view at least one still image which is not currently being broadcast by said video delivery system ; receiving user input selecting said first selection option which indicates a request to view at least one first still image which is not currently being broadcast by said video delivery system ; the subscriber television providing said request to the media server ; the media server providing one or more still images to the video delivery system in response to said request ; the video delivery system broadcasting said one or more still images on a first channel in response to receiving said one or more still images from the media server ; the subscriber television displaying on the screen said at least one first still image received on said first channel ; and displaying on the screen video content from one of said one or more channels each comprising video content , wherein said displaying on the screen one or more selection options occurs during said displaying on the screen said video content , wherein said video content comprises first video content related to a first subject matter and wherein said one or more still images have video content related to said first subject matter ; receiving user input selecting one or more selection options which indicate requests to view one or more still images currently being broadcast by said video delivery system which relate to said first subject matter , wherein said user input selecting said one or more selection options is received prior to said user input selecting said first selection option ; and the subscriber television displaying on the screen said one or more still images currently being broadcast by said video delivery system which relate to said first subject matter . US5929850A CLAIM 3 . The method of claim 1 , further comprising : the video delivery system broadcasting at least one second (second communication, second communication device) channel comprising a plurality of still video images ; the subscriber television receiving said at least one second channel comprising said plurality of still video images ; wherein said first selection option indicates a request to view at least one still image which is not being broadcast on said at least one second channel . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5774876A Filed: 1996-06-26 Issued: 1998-06-30 Managing assets with active electronic tags (Original Assignee) Par Government Systems Corp (Current Assignee) Par Government Systems Corp Louis A. Woolley, Charles F. Ferrara, Ian Greasley, James H. Weimar |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (power source) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (encryption code, location sensor) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5774876A CLAIM 14 . The system of claim 13 , wherein the first tag further comprises a power source (destination information) coupled to the controller in the first tag and supplying power to the circuitry in the first tag , the memory in the first tag comprising a program causing the controller to perform a function when the controller reads the memory , the function causing the controller to adjust the power supplied to the controller to a minimal level which allows communication between the circuitry in the first tag and the circuitry in the second tag . US5774876A CLAIM 17 . The system of claim 13 wherein the memory in the first tag includes a program configuring the controller in th e first tag to execute a function when the controller reads the memory , the function causing the controller to code the information with an encryption code (invoice information, inputting information) before enabling the circuitry to communicate the information to the second tag . US5774876A CLAIM 33 . The system of claim 30 further comprising a location sensor (invoice information, inputting information) disposed near one of the three different tags , the sensor communicating a location of the sensor to the circuitry in the one tag . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (power source) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (encryption code, location sensor) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5774876A CLAIM 14 . The system of claim 13 , wherein the first tag further comprises a power source (destination information) coupled to the controller in the first tag and supplying power to the circuitry in the first tag , the memory in the first tag comprising a program causing the controller to perform a function when the controller reads the memory , the function causing the controller to adjust the power supplied to the controller to a minimal level which allows communication between the circuitry in the first tag and the circuitry in the second tag . US5774876A CLAIM 17 . The system of claim 13 wherein the memory in the first tag includes a program configuring the controller in th e first tag to execute a function when the controller reads the memory , the function causing the controller to code the information with an encryption code (invoice information, inputting information) before enabling the circuitry to communicate the information to the second tag . US5774876A CLAIM 33 . The system of claim 30 further comprising a location sensor (invoice information, inputting information) disposed near one of the three different tags , the sensor communicating a location of the sensor to the circuitry in the one tag . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (power source) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (encryption code, location sensor) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5774876A CLAIM 14 . The system of claim 13 , wherein the first tag further comprises a power source (destination information) coupled to the controller in the first tag and supplying power to the circuitry in the first tag , the memory in the first tag comprising a program causing the controller to perform a function when the controller reads the memory , the function causing the controller to adjust the power supplied to the controller to a minimal level which allows communication between the circuitry in the first tag and the circuitry in the second tag . US5774876A CLAIM 17 . The system of claim 13 wherein the memory in the first tag includes a program configuring the controller in th e first tag to execute a function when the controller reads the memory , the function causing the controller to code the information with an encryption code (invoice information, inputting information) before enabling the circuitry to communicate the information to the second tag . US5774876A CLAIM 33 . The system of claim 30 further comprising a location sensor (invoice information, inputting information) disposed near one of the three different tags , the sensor communicating a location of the sensor to the circuitry in the one tag . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (communicate information) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5774876A CLAIM 31 . The system of claim 30 wherein the program in the memory of the first tag causes the controller to perform the functions of : causing the circuitry to communicate information (sensor monitors) with each tag in the set , analyzing the information from the circuitry to determine the presence of a new tag in the set , causing the circuitry to communicate with the new tag to obtain a distance between the first tag and the new tag and a location of the new tag , and refining the absolute position of the first tag based on the location of the new tag and the distance between the first tag and the new tag . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (absolute position) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
US5774876A CLAIM 15 . The system of claim 13 wherein the information comprises a distance of the first tag from the second tag at a number of different times , and absolute locations of the second tag at each of the times , the program in the memory of the first tag causing the controller in the first tag to determine the absolute position (delivery message) of the first tag from the information . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 15 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of a deviation from a pre-determined shipment or transportation route (transportation route) associated with a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5774876A CLAIM 8 . The system of claim 6 further comprising a sensor communicating location information to the first tag , the first tag further comprising a controller connected to the memory and the circuitry , wherein the memory in the first tag comprises a program configuring the controller in the first tag to perform a function when the controller reads the memory , the function causing the controller to employ the circuitry in the first tag to query the second tag regarding a transportation route (transportation route) for the object attached to the first tag and employ the circuitry in the first tag to query the sensor regarding the location . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (encryption code, location sensor) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5774876A CLAIM 17 . The system of claim 13 wherein the memory in the first tag includes a program configuring the controller in th e first tag to execute a function when the controller reads the memory , the function causing the controller to code the information with an encryption code (invoice information, inputting information) before enabling the circuitry to communicate the information to the second tag . US5774876A CLAIM 33 . The system of claim 30 further comprising a location sensor (invoice information, inputting information) disposed near one of the three different tags , the sensor communicating a location of the sensor to the circuitry in the one tag . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (communicate information) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5774876A CLAIM 31 . The system of claim 30 wherein the program in the memory of the first tag causes the controller to perform the functions of : causing the circuitry to communicate information (sensor monitors) with each tag in the set , analyzing the information from the circuitry to determine the presence of a new tag in the set , causing the circuitry to communicate with the new tag to obtain a distance between the first tag and the new tag and a location of the new tag , and refining the absolute position of the first tag based on the location of the new tag and the distance between the first tag and the new tag . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (absolute position) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
US5774876A CLAIM 15 . The system of claim 13 wherein the information comprises a distance of the first tag from the second tag at a number of different times , and absolute locations of the second tag at each of the times , the program in the memory of the first tag causing the controller in the first tag to determine the absolute position (delivery message) of the first tag from the information . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 30 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the event is a detection of a deviation from a pre-determined shipment or transportation route (transportation route) associated with a shipment or a transportation of or involving the piece of luggage . |
US5774876A CLAIM 8 . The system of claim 6 further comprising a sensor communicating location information to the first tag , the first tag further comprising a controller connected to the memory and the circuitry , wherein the memory in the first tag comprises a program configuring the controller in the first tag to perform a function when the controller reads the memory , the function causing the controller to employ the circuitry in the first tag to query the second tag regarding a transportation route (transportation route) for the object attached to the first tag and employ the circuitry in the first tag to query the sensor regarding the location . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (encryption code, location sensor) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5774876A CLAIM 17 . The system of claim 13 wherein the memory in the first tag includes a program configuring the controller in th e first tag to execute a function when the controller reads the memory , the function causing the controller to code the information with an encryption code (invoice information, inputting information) before enabling the circuitry to communicate the information to the second tag . US5774876A CLAIM 33 . The system of claim 30 further comprising a location sensor (invoice information, inputting information) disposed near one of the three different tags , the sensor communicating a location of the sensor to the circuitry in the one tag . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5727950A Filed: 1996-05-22 Issued: 1998-03-17 Agent based instruction system and method (Original Assignee) Netsage Corp (Current Assignee) Netsage Corp ; Convergys Customer Management Group Inc Donald A. Cook, deceased, George Lukas, Andrew V. Lukas, David J. Padwa |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message (more method) to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5727950A CLAIM 7 . The method according to claim 5 wherein said of generating step generates action(s) according to one or more method (second message) s selected from the group of expert systems , neural networks , Bayesian belief networks , and statistical pattern recognition . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (outputting step) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5727950A CLAIM 94 . A method of operating an agent based instruction system for instruction of a plurality of students , said method comprising : (a) a step for executing one or more materials on a computer for presenting interactive instruction to each student , said computer being one computer of a plurality of computers interconnected by a network , each computer of said plurality having interactive input/output devices ; (b) a step for generating monitoring information that monitors said interactive instruction presented to each student of said plurality of students ; (c) a step for controlling said one or more materials to instruct each student , said controlling being responsive to said information monitoring the interactive instruction of each student ; and (d) a step of outputting information to each student in order to guide each student in said interactive instruction , said outputting step (inputting information) responsive to said information monitoring the interactive instruction of each student and responsive to said controlling step ; whereby said interactive instruction is individualized to each student of said plurality of students and acts as a virtual tutor individualized to each student . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (outputting step) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5727950A CLAIM 94 . A method of operating an agent based instruction system for instruction of a plurality of students , said method comprising : (a) a step for executing one or more materials on a computer for presenting interactive instruction to each student , said computer being one computer of a plurality of computers interconnected by a network , each computer of said plurality having interactive input/output devices ; (b) a step for generating monitoring information that monitors said interactive instruction presented to each student of said plurality of students ; (c) a step for controlling said one or more materials to instruct each student , said controlling being responsive to said information monitoring the interactive instruction of each student ; and (d) a step of outputting information to each student in order to guide each student in said interactive instruction , said outputting step (inputting information) responsive to said information monitoring the interactive instruction of each student and responsive to said controlling step ; whereby said interactive instruction is individualized to each student of said plurality of students and acts as a virtual tutor individualized to each student . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5845283A Filed: 1996-04-24 Issued: 1998-12-01 Method and apparatus for rationalizing different data formats in a data management system (Original Assignee) Lingua Teq Inc (Current Assignee) Lingua Teq Inc ; Sonus Networks Inc Dale L. Williams, Michael E. Peterson |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (respective output) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (holding data) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5845283A CLAIM 15 . The system according to claim 1 wherein said data conversion device comprises at least two data input ports and at least two data output ports , each of said input and output ports having an associated interface device and wherein said data conversion device includes means for converting said input data streams into one or more formatted output data streams and directing said formatted output data streams , via an interface device , to one or more of said respective output (destination information) ports . US5845283A CLAIM 22 . An information contents storage and manipulation system including a data converter having a plurality of inputs for receiving data streams representing diverse forms of information content , structure and format and a plurality of outputs for outputting , based on said received data streams , converted data streams representing diverse forms of information content , structure and format , said converter comprising : one or more input side interfaces for supporting the diverse forms of information content , structure and format received at said at least one input ; one or more output side interfaces for supporting the diverse forms of information content , structure and format to be output at said at least one output ; a conversion engine for performing conversions between each of the input side data streams and output side data streams , said conversion engine including an intermediate record storage for storing data records and a conversion library storage for storing conversion routines , said intermediate record storage holding data (invoice information) converted from one of said diverse forms of information content , structure and format to an intermediate , universal form based on a selected one of said conversion routines until said stored record is converted into a selected one of said diverse output forms of information content , structure and format . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (respective output) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (holding data) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5845283A CLAIM 15 . The system according to claim 1 wherein said data conversion device comprises at least two data input ports and at least two data output ports , each of said input and output ports having an associated interface device and wherein said data conversion device includes means for converting said input data streams into one or more formatted output data streams and directing said formatted output data streams , via an interface device , to one or more of said respective output (destination information) ports . US5845283A CLAIM 22 . An information contents storage and manipulation system including a data converter having a plurality of inputs for receiving data streams representing diverse forms of information content , structure and format and a plurality of outputs for outputting , based on said received data streams , converted data streams representing diverse forms of information content , structure and format , said converter comprising : one or more input side interfaces for supporting the diverse forms of information content , structure and format received at said at least one input ; one or more output side interfaces for supporting the diverse forms of information content , structure and format to be output at said at least one output ; a conversion engine for performing conversions between each of the input side data streams and output side data streams , said conversion engine including an intermediate record storage for storing data records and a conversion library storage for storing conversion routines , said intermediate record storage holding data (invoice information) converted from one of said diverse forms of information content , structure and format to an intermediate , universal form based on a selected one of said conversion routines until said stored record is converted into a selected one of said diverse output forms of information content , structure and format . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (respective output) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (holding data) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5845283A CLAIM 15 . The system according to claim 1 wherein said data conversion device comprises at least two data input ports and at least two data output ports , each of said input and output ports having an associated interface device and wherein said data conversion device includes means for converting said input data streams into one or more formatted output data streams and directing said formatted output data streams , via an interface device , to one or more of said respective output (destination information) ports . US5845283A CLAIM 22 . An information contents storage and manipulation system including a data converter having a plurality of inputs for receiving data streams representing diverse forms of information content , structure and format and a plurality of outputs for outputting , based on said received data streams , converted data streams representing diverse forms of information content , structure and format , said converter comprising : one or more input side interfaces for supporting the diverse forms of information content , structure and format received at said at least one input ; one or more output side interfaces for supporting the diverse forms of information content , structure and format to be output at said at least one output ; a conversion engine for performing conversions between each of the input side data streams and output side data streams , said conversion engine including an intermediate record storage for storing data records and a conversion library storage for storing conversion routines , said intermediate record storage holding data (invoice information) converted from one of said diverse forms of information content , structure and format to an intermediate , universal form based on a selected one of said conversion routines until said stored record is converted into a selected one of said diverse output forms of information content , structure and format . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5862500A Filed: 1996-04-16 Issued: 1999-01-19 Apparatus and method for recording motor vehicle travel information (Original Assignee) Tera Tech Inc (Current Assignee) Tera Tech Inc Joel G. Goodwin |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage device) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (motor vehicle) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5862500A CLAIM 1 . An apparatus for collecting vehicle trip data relating to the distance traveled by a motor vehicle (invoice information) , the apparatus comprising : (a) distance input means (destination information, inputting information) for receiving a plurality of distance pulses from a pulse generator associated with the motor vehicle , each distance pulse relating to a distance traveled by the vehicle ; (b) a vehicle status input for receiving a vehicle enabled signal when the vehicle is enabled for travelling and for receiving a vehicle disabled signal when the vehicle is disabled for travelling ; (c) a start/stop switch operative to produce a start/stop signal when activated by an operator ; (d) a mode input switch having a manual mode position and an automatic mode position , the mode input switch being operative to produce a manual mode signal when in the manual position and an automatic mode signal when in the automatic mode position ; (e) data storage means for storing trip data , including a distance traveled by the vehicle ; (f) processor means operatively connected to the start/stop switch , mode input switch , and data storage means , the processor means for receiving distance pulses from the distance input means , for producing manual mode trip data between a first start/stop signal and a second start/stop signal in response to the vehicle enabled signal and the manual mode signal and then for storing the manual mode trip data in the data storage means in response to the second start/stop signal , for producing automatic mode trip data continuously in response to the vehicle enabled signal and the automatic mode signal and then for storing the automatic mode trip data in the data storage means in response to the vehicle disabled signal , and for selectively retrieving trip data from the data storage means ; (g) data interface means associated with the processor means for transferring operational data to the processor means from an external computer and for transferring trip data from the processor means to the external computer ; and (h) power input means for providing operational power to the vehicle status input , start/stop switch , mode input switch , data storage means , processor means , and data interface means . US5862500A CLAIM 6 . A method of collecting vehicle travel distance from a motor vehicle , the method comprising the steps of : (a) receiving a plurality of distance pulses from a distance pulse generating device associated with the motor vehicle , each distance pulse relating to a distance traveled by the vehicle ; (b) receiving a vehicle enabled signal from the vehicle when the vehicle is enabled for travelling and receiving a vehicle disabled signal from the vehicle when the vehicle is disabled for travelling ; (c) producing manual mode trip data , including a distance traveled by the vehicle , during a time interval between a first start/stop signal and a second start/stop signal in response to the vehicle enabled signal and a manual mode signal from a mode input switch and then storing the manual mode trip data in a data storage device (memory stores information) in response to the second start/stop signal ; (d) producing automatic mode trip data continuously in response to the vehicle enabled signal and an automatic mode signal from the mode input switch and then storing the automatic mode trip data in the data storage device in response to the vehicle disabled signal . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage device) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (motor vehicle) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5862500A CLAIM 1 . An apparatus for collecting vehicle trip data relating to the distance traveled by a motor vehicle (invoice information) , the apparatus comprising : (a) distance input means (destination information, inputting information) for receiving a plurality of distance pulses from a pulse generator associated with the motor vehicle , each distance pulse relating to a distance traveled by the vehicle ; (b) a vehicle status input for receiving a vehicle enabled signal when the vehicle is enabled for travelling and for receiving a vehicle disabled signal when the vehicle is disabled for travelling ; (c) a start/stop switch operative to produce a start/stop signal when activated by an operator ; (d) a mode input switch having a manual mode position and an automatic mode position , the mode input switch being operative to produce a manual mode signal when in the manual position and an automatic mode signal when in the automatic mode position ; (e) data storage means for storing trip data , including a distance traveled by the vehicle ; (f) processor means operatively connected to the start/stop switch , mode input switch , and data storage means , the processor means for receiving distance pulses from the distance input means , for producing manual mode trip data between a first start/stop signal and a second start/stop signal in response to the vehicle enabled signal and the manual mode signal and then for storing the manual mode trip data in the data storage means in response to the second start/stop signal , for producing automatic mode trip data continuously in response to the vehicle enabled signal and the automatic mode signal and then for storing the automatic mode trip data in the data storage means in response to the vehicle disabled signal , and for selectively retrieving trip data from the data storage means ; (g) data interface means associated with the processor means for transferring operational data to the processor means from an external computer and for transferring trip data from the processor means to the external computer ; and (h) power input means for providing operational power to the vehicle status input , start/stop switch , mode input switch , data storage means , processor means , and data interface means . US5862500A CLAIM 6 . A method of collecting vehicle travel distance from a motor vehicle , the method comprising the steps of : (a) receiving a plurality of distance pulses from a distance pulse generating device associated with the motor vehicle , each distance pulse relating to a distance traveled by the vehicle ; (b) receiving a vehicle enabled signal from the vehicle when the vehicle is enabled for travelling and receiving a vehicle disabled signal from the vehicle when the vehicle is disabled for travelling ; (c) producing manual mode trip data , including a distance traveled by the vehicle , during a time interval between a first start/stop signal and a second start/stop signal in response to the vehicle enabled signal and a manual mode signal from a mode input switch and then storing the manual mode trip data in a data storage device (memory stores information) in response to the second start/stop signal ; (d) producing automatic mode trip data continuously in response to the vehicle enabled signal and an automatic mode signal from the mode input switch and then storing the automatic mode trip data in the data storage device in response to the vehicle disabled signal . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (input means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (motor vehicle) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5862500A CLAIM 1 . An apparatus for collecting vehicle trip data relating to the distance traveled by a motor vehicle (invoice information) , the apparatus comprising : (a) distance input means (destination information, inputting information) for receiving a plurality of distance pulses from a pulse generator associated with the motor vehicle , each distance pulse relating to a distance traveled by the vehicle ; (b) a vehicle status input for receiving a vehicle enabled signal when the vehicle is enabled for travelling and for receiving a vehicle disabled signal when the vehicle is disabled for travelling ; (c) a start/stop switch operative to produce a start/stop signal when activated by an operator ; (d) a mode input switch having a manual mode position and an automatic mode position , the mode input switch being operative to produce a manual mode signal when in the manual position and an automatic mode signal when in the automatic mode position ; (e) data storage means for storing trip data , including a distance traveled by the vehicle ; (f) processor means operatively connected to the start/stop switch , mode input switch , and data storage means , the processor means for receiving distance pulses from the distance input means , for producing manual mode trip data between a first start/stop signal and a second start/stop signal in response to the vehicle enabled signal and the manual mode signal and then for storing the manual mode trip data in the data storage means in response to the second start/stop signal , for producing automatic mode trip data continuously in response to the vehicle enabled signal and the automatic mode signal and then for storing the automatic mode trip data in the data storage means in response to the vehicle disabled signal , and for selectively retrieving trip data from the data storage means ; (g) data interface means associated with the processor means for transferring operational data to the processor means from an external computer and for transferring trip data from the processor means to the external computer ; and (h) power input means for providing operational power to the vehicle status input , start/stop switch , mode input switch , data storage means , processor means , and data interface means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5862500A CLAIM 1 . An apparatus for collecting vehicle trip data relating to the distance traveled by a motor vehicle , the apparatus comprising : (a) distance input means (destination information, inputting information) for receiving a plurality of distance pulses from a pulse generator associated with the motor vehicle , each distance pulse relating to a distance traveled by the vehicle ; (b) a vehicle status input for receiving a vehicle enabled signal when the vehicle is enabled for travelling and for receiving a vehicle disabled signal when the vehicle is disabled for travelling ; (c) a start/stop switch operative to produce a start/stop signal when activated by an operator ; (d) a mode input switch having a manual mode position and an automatic mode position , the mode input switch being operative to produce a manual mode signal when in the manual position and an automatic mode signal when in the automatic mode position ; (e) data storage means for storing trip data , including a distance traveled by the vehicle ; (f) processor means operatively connected to the start/stop switch , mode input switch , and data storage means , the processor means for receiving distance pulses from the distance input means , for producing manual mode trip data between a first start/stop signal and a second start/stop signal in response to the vehicle enabled signal and the manual mode signal and then for storing the manual mode trip data in the data storage means in response to the second start/stop signal , for producing automatic mode trip data continuously in response to the vehicle enabled signal and the automatic mode signal and then for storing the automatic mode trip data in the data storage means in response to the vehicle disabled signal , and for selectively retrieving trip data from the data storage means ; (g) data interface means associated with the processor means for transferring operational data to the processor means from an external computer and for transferring trip data from the processor means to the external computer ; and (h) power input means for providing operational power to the vehicle status input , start/stop switch , mode input switch , data storage means , processor means , and data interface means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage device) regarding the piece of luggage . |
US5862500A CLAIM 6 . A method of collecting vehicle travel distance from a motor vehicle , the method comprising the steps of : (a) receiving a plurality of distance pulses from a distance pulse generating device associated with the motor vehicle , each distance pulse relating to a distance traveled by the vehicle ; (b) receiving a vehicle enabled signal from the vehicle when the vehicle is enabled for travelling and receiving a vehicle disabled signal from the vehicle when the vehicle is disabled for travelling ; (c) producing manual mode trip data , including a distance traveled by the vehicle , during a time interval between a first start/stop signal and a second start/stop signal in response to the vehicle enabled signal and a manual mode signal from a mode input switch and then storing the manual mode trip data in a data storage device (memory stores information) in response to the second start/stop signal ; (d) producing automatic mode trip data continuously in response to the vehicle enabled signal and an automatic mode signal from the mode input switch and then storing the automatic mode trip data in the data storage device in response to the vehicle disabled signal . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5862500A CLAIM 1 . An apparatus for collecting vehicle trip data relating to the distance traveled by a motor vehicle , the apparatus comprising : (a) distance input means (destination information, inputting information) for receiving a plurality of distance pulses from a pulse generator associated with the motor vehicle , each distance pulse relating to a distance traveled by the vehicle ; (b) a vehicle status input for receiving a vehicle enabled signal when the vehicle is enabled for travelling and for receiving a vehicle disabled signal when the vehicle is disabled for travelling ; (c) a start/stop switch operative to produce a start/stop signal when activated by an operator ; (d) a mode input switch having a manual mode position and an automatic mode position , the mode input switch being operative to produce a manual mode signal when in the manual position and an automatic mode signal when in the automatic mode position ; (e) data storage means for storing trip data , including a distance traveled by the vehicle ; (f) processor means operatively connected to the start/stop switch , mode input switch , and data storage means , the processor means for receiving distance pulses from the distance input means , for producing manual mode trip data between a first start/stop signal and a second start/stop signal in response to the vehicle enabled signal and the manual mode signal and then for storing the manual mode trip data in the data storage means in response to the second start/stop signal , for producing automatic mode trip data continuously in response to the vehicle enabled signal and the automatic mode signal and then for storing the automatic mode trip data in the data storage means in response to the vehicle disabled signal , and for selectively retrieving trip data from the data storage means ; (g) data interface means associated with the processor means for transferring operational data to the processor means from an external computer and for transferring trip data from the processor means to the external computer ; and (h) power input means for providing operational power to the vehicle status input , start/stop switch , mode input switch , data storage means , processor means , and data interface means . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5594740A Filed: 1996-04-03 Issued: 1997-01-14 Wireless communications application specific enabling method and apparatus (Original Assignee) Axion Logistics Corp (Current Assignee) Axion Logistics Corp ; Aeris Communications Inc Christoph K. LaDue |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (data source) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5594740A CLAIM 7 . A cellular telephone network that includes a plurality of voice channels and a control channel wherein the plurality of voice channels convey data and the control channel conveys control signals that manage access to and use of the plurality of voice channels , comprising : a remote data source (destination information) ; a communicator coupled to the remote data source to receive a message transmitted from the remote data source , the message comprising data related to a specific application , the communicator encoding the message to create an encoded message for transmission over the control channel as control signals and transmitting the encoded message over the control channel , bypassing the plurality of voice channels ; a Mobile Telephone Switching Office (MTSO) coupled to the communicator to receive the encoded message from the communicator via the control channel and transmit the encoded message in its encoded form over the control channel , bypassing the plurality of voice channels ; and a central monitoring decoding system coupled to the MTSO to receive the encoded message from the MTSO over the control channel , bypassing the plurality of voice channels , the central monitoring decoding system decoding the encoded message to extract the message transmitted from the remote data source to the communicator . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (data source) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5594740A CLAIM 7 . A cellular telephone network that includes a plurality of voice channels and a control channel wherein the plurality of voice channels convey data and the control channel conveys control signals that manage access to and use of the plurality of voice channels , comprising : a remote data source (destination information) ; a communicator coupled to the remote data source to receive a message transmitted from the remote data source , the message comprising data related to a specific application , the communicator encoding the message to create an encoded message for transmission over the control channel as control signals and transmitting the encoded message over the control channel , bypassing the plurality of voice channels ; a Mobile Telephone Switching Office (MTSO) coupled to the communicator to receive the encoded message from the communicator via the control channel and transmit the encoded message in its encoded form over the control channel , bypassing the plurality of voice channels ; and a central monitoring decoding system coupled to the MTSO to receive the encoded message from the MTSO over the control channel , bypassing the plurality of voice channels , the central monitoring decoding system decoding the encoded message to extract the message transmitted from the remote data source to the communicator . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (data source) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5594740A CLAIM 7 . A cellular telephone network that includes a plurality of voice channels and a control channel wherein the plurality of voice channels convey data and the control channel conveys control signals that manage access to and use of the plurality of voice channels , comprising : a remote data source (destination information) ; a communicator coupled to the remote data source to receive a message transmitted from the remote data source , the message comprising data related to a specific application , the communicator encoding the message to create an encoded message for transmission over the control channel as control signals and transmitting the encoded message over the control channel , bypassing the plurality of voice channels ; a Mobile Telephone Switching Office (MTSO) coupled to the communicator to receive the encoded message from the communicator via the control channel and transmit the encoded message in its encoded form over the control channel , bypassing the plurality of voice channels ; and a central monitoring decoding system coupled to the MTSO to receive the encoded message from the MTSO over the control channel , bypassing the plurality of voice channels , the central monitoring decoding system decoding the encoded message to extract the message transmitted from the remote data source to the communicator . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (wireless data communication) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5594740A CLAIM 8 . In a wireless data communication (inputting information) s network that includes a voice channel for transmitting voice data and a control channel for transmitting control data that controls access to and use of the voice channel , a method for transmitting messages between a remote device coupled to a communicator and a central monitoring station over the control channel of the wireless data communications network , comprising the steps of : a) transmitting a message from the remote device to the communicator , the message comprising data related to a specific application ; b) receiving at the communicator the message transmitted from the remote device ; c) encoding at the communicator the message transmitted from the remote device to create an encoded message for transmission over the control channel as control signals to the central monitoring station , by passing the voice channel d) transmitting the encoded message from the communicator over the control channel to the central monitoring station ; e) receiving at the central monitoring station the encoded message transmitted from the communicator over the control channel ; and f) decoding at the central monitoring station the encoded message transmitted from the communicator over the control channel to retrieve the message transmitted from the remote device to the communicator . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (wireless data communication) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5594740A CLAIM 8 . In a wireless data communication (inputting information) s network that includes a voice channel for transmitting voice data and a control channel for transmitting control data that controls access to and use of the voice channel , a method for transmitting messages between a remote device coupled to a communicator and a central monitoring station over the control channel of the wireless data communications network , comprising the steps of : a) transmitting a message from the remote device to the communicator , the message comprising data related to a specific application ; b) receiving at the communicator the message transmitted from the remote device ; c) encoding at the communicator the message transmitted from the remote device to create an encoded message for transmission over the control channel as control signals to the central monitoring station , by passing the voice channel d) transmitting the encoded message from the communicator over the control channel to the central monitoring station ; e) receiving at the central monitoring station the encoded message transmitted from the communicator over the control channel ; and f) decoding at the central monitoring station the encoded message transmitted from the communicator over the control channel to retrieve the message transmitted from the remote device to the communicator . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5694335A Filed: 1996-03-12 Issued: 1997-12-02 Secure personal applications network (Original Assignee) Hollenberg; Dennis D. Dennis D. Hollenberg |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (provides access) , destination information (power source) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5694335A CLAIM 5 . The network system in claim 4 wherein said power supply is selected from the group consisting of capacitors and batteries whereby said network , said nodes , and said devices can continue to function without an external power source (destination information) . US5694335A CLAIM 11 . The power storage unit in claim 10 further including a . at least one external opening which substantially provides access (shipper information) to said chamber and b . at least one insertable and withdrawable cassette which substantially occupies said chamber and substantially contains said electric circuits , said electronic circuits , said positive and negative terminals , and said electric connections , and means for operatively severally connecting said electrodes to said positive and negative terminals when said cassette is inserted or operatively disconnecting said electrodes from said terminals when said cassette is withdrawn from said power storage chamber whereby cables and operative control can be easily incorporated into said electric and electronic circuits , respectively , in said chamber . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (provides access) , destination information (power source) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5694335A CLAIM 5 . The network system in claim 4 wherein said power supply is selected from the group consisting of capacitors and batteries whereby said network , said nodes , and said devices can continue to function without an external power source (destination information) . US5694335A CLAIM 11 . The power storage unit in claim 10 further including a . at least one external opening which substantially provides access (shipper information) to said chamber and b . at least one insertable and withdrawable cassette which substantially occupies said chamber and substantially contains said electric circuits , said electronic circuits , said positive and negative terminals , and said electric connections , and means for operatively severally connecting said electrodes to said positive and negative terminals when said cassette is inserted or operatively disconnecting said electrodes from said terminals when said cassette is withdrawn from said power storage chamber whereby cables and operative control can be easily incorporated into said electric and electronic circuits , respectively , in said chamber . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information (provides access) regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (power source) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5694335A CLAIM 5 . The network system in claim 4 wherein said power supply is selected from the group consisting of capacitors and batteries whereby said network , said nodes , and said devices can continue to function without an external power source (destination information) . US5694335A CLAIM 11 . The power storage unit in claim 10 further including a . at least one external opening which substantially provides access (shipper information) to said chamber and b . at least one insertable and withdrawable cassette which substantially occupies said chamber and substantially contains said electric circuits , said electronic circuits , said positive and negative terminals , and said electric connections , and means for operatively severally connecting said electrodes to said positive and negative terminals when said cassette is inserted or operatively disconnecting said electrodes from said terminals when said cassette is withdrawn from said power storage chamber whereby cables and operative control can be easily incorporated into said electric and electronic circuits , respectively , in said chamber . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5751245A Filed: 1996-03-07 Issued: 1998-05-12 Vehicle route and schedule exception reporting system (Original Assignee) Trimble Inc (Current Assignee) Trimble Inc James M. Janky, Eric A. Klein, John F. Schipper |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (telephone system) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5751245A CLAIM 7 . An apparatus for reporting present vehicle location Si to a central system as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said mobile communication (transportation temperature) means includes a mobile cellular telephone system (invoice information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (telephone system) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5751245A CLAIM 7 . An apparatus for reporting present vehicle location Si to a central system as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said mobile communication means includes a mobile cellular telephone system (invoice information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (telephone system) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5751245A CLAIM 7 . An apparatus for reporting present vehicle location Si to a central system as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said mobile communication (transportation temperature) means includes a mobile cellular telephone system (invoice information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5751245A CLAIM 7 . An apparatus for reporting present vehicle location Si to a central system as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said mobile communication (transportation temperature) means includes a mobile cellular telephone system . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5751245A CLAIM 7 . An apparatus for reporting present vehicle location Si to a central system as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said mobile communication (transportation temperature) means includes a mobile cellular telephone system . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5751245A CLAIM 7 . An apparatus for reporting present vehicle location Si to a central system as set forth in claim 1 , wherein said mobile communication (transportation temperature) means includes a mobile cellular telephone system . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US6167432A Filed: 1996-02-29 Issued: 2000-12-26 Method for creating peer-to-peer connections over an interconnected network to facilitate conferencing among users (Original Assignee) Webex Communications Inc (Current Assignee) Cisco Technology Inc ; Webex Inc ; FLS Acquisition Corp Barclay Ruiqing Jiang |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (more set) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US6167432A CLAIM 17 . A method for establishing peer-to-peer network connections over an interconnected network of computers for conferencing between two or more users , comprising the steps of : a) providing a web site at a host computer communicatively connected to said interconnected network of computer ; b) receiving one or more set (transportation temperature) s of conference information for establishing one or more conferences ; c) receiving at said web site connection information for one or more users each using an associated remote computer having an associated unique network address , each of said users specifying a particular conference ; d) storing said connection information associated with said users ; e) sending said connection information associated with each of said users specifying a same conference to the other ones of said users specifying said same conference in order to facilitate establishing direct network connections for conferencing . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information (first remote) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (more set) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US6167432A CLAIM 9 . A method for establishing peer-to-peer network conferencing connections over the internet for two or more users , comprising the steps of : a) providing a web site communicatively connected to the internet ; b) receiving at said web site the connection information associated with a first user using a first remote (contains information) computer having a first internet-protocol (IP) address for establishing a conference over the internet , the connection information including said IP address of said first remote computer ; c) receiving conference information for establishing a conference ; d) storing the connection information associated with said first user and said conference information ; e) receiving at said web site the connection information associated with one or more additional users each using an associated remote computer having an associated unique IP address , the connection information associated with each of said users including the IP address of said associated remote computer , and each of said users having specified participation in said conference ; f) storing the connection information associated with said users ; and g) passing the connection information associated with each of the users that have specified participation in said conference to each of the other users that have specified participation in said conference in order to facilitate establishing a direct network connection for conferencing among said users . US6167432A CLAIM 17 . A method for establishing peer-to-peer network connections over an interconnected network of computers for conferencing between two or more users , comprising the steps of : a) providing a web site at a host computer communicatively connected to said interconnected network of computer ; b) receiving one or more set (transportation temperature) s of conference information for establishing one or more conferences ; c) receiving at said web site connection information for one or more users each using an associated remote computer having an associated unique network address , each of said users specifying a particular conference ; d) storing said connection information associated with said users ; e) sending said connection information associated with each of said users specifying a same conference to the other ones of said users specifying said same conference in order to facilitate establishing direct network connections for conferencing . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 11 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information (first remote) regarding a stop made by a carrier of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the message contains information regarding an unusual stopping period regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US6167432A CLAIM 9 . A method for establishing peer-to-peer network conferencing connections over the internet for two or more users , comprising the steps of : a) providing a web site communicatively connected to the internet ; b) receiving at said web site the connection information associated with a first user using a first remote (contains information) computer having a first internet-protocol (IP) address for establishing a conference over the internet , the connection information including said IP address of said first remote computer ; c) receiving conference information for establishing a conference ; d) storing the connection information associated with said first user and said conference information ; e) receiving at said web site the connection information associated with one or more additional users each using an associated remote computer having an associated unique IP address , the connection information associated with each of said users including the IP address of said associated remote computer , and each of said users having specified participation in said conference ; f) storing the connection information associated with said users ; and g) passing the connection information associated with each of the users that have specified participation in said conference to each of the other users that have specified participation in said conference in order to facilitate establishing a direct network connection for conferencing among said users . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information (first remote) regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (more set) , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US6167432A CLAIM 9 . A method for establishing peer-to-peer network conferencing connections over the internet for two or more users , comprising the steps of : a) providing a web site communicatively connected to the internet ; b) receiving at said web site the connection information associated with a first user using a first remote (contains information) computer having a first internet-protocol (IP) address for establishing a conference over the internet , the connection information including said IP address of said first remote computer ; c) receiving conference information for establishing a conference ; d) storing the connection information associated with said first user and said conference information ; e) receiving at said web site the connection information associated with one or more additional users each using an associated remote computer having an associated unique IP address , the connection information associated with each of said users including the IP address of said associated remote computer , and each of said users having specified participation in said conference ; f) storing the connection information associated with said users ; and g) passing the connection information associated with each of the users that have specified participation in said conference to each of the other users that have specified participation in said conference in order to facilitate establishing a direct network connection for conferencing among said users . US6167432A CLAIM 17 . A method for establishing peer-to-peer network connections over an interconnected network of computers for conferencing between two or more users , comprising the steps of : a) providing a web site at a host computer communicatively connected to said interconnected network of computer ; b) receiving one or more set (transportation temperature) s of conference information for establishing one or more conferences ; c) receiving at said web site connection information for one or more users each using an associated remote computer having an associated unique network address , each of said users specifying a particular conference ; d) storing said connection information associated with said users ; e) sending said connection information associated with each of said users specifying a same conference to the other ones of said users specifying said same conference in order to facilitate establishing direct network connections for conferencing . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 21 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information (first remote) regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device . |
US6167432A CLAIM 9 . A method for establishing peer-to-peer network conferencing connections over the internet for two or more users , comprising the steps of : a) providing a web site communicatively connected to the internet ; b) receiving at said web site the connection information associated with a first user using a first remote (contains information) computer having a first internet-protocol (IP) address for establishing a conference over the internet , the connection information including said IP address of said first remote computer ; c) receiving conference information for establishing a conference ; d) storing the connection information associated with said first user and said conference information ; e) receiving at said web site the connection information associated with one or more additional users each using an associated remote computer having an associated unique IP address , the connection information associated with each of said users including the IP address of said associated remote computer , and each of said users having specified participation in said conference ; f) storing the connection information associated with said users ; and g) passing the connection information associated with each of the users that have specified participation in said conference to each of the other users that have specified participation in said conference in order to facilitate establishing a direct network connection for conferencing among said users . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information (first remote) regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (more set) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
US6167432A CLAIM 9 . A method for establishing peer-to-peer network conferencing connections over the internet for two or more users , comprising the steps of : a) providing a web site communicatively connected to the internet ; b) receiving at said web site the connection information associated with a first user using a first remote (contains information) computer having a first internet-protocol (IP) address for establishing a conference over the internet , the connection information including said IP address of said first remote computer ; c) receiving conference information for establishing a conference ; d) storing the connection information associated with said first user and said conference information ; e) receiving at said web site the connection information associated with one or more additional users each using an associated remote computer having an associated unique IP address , the connection information associated with each of said users including the IP address of said associated remote computer , and each of said users having specified participation in said conference ; f) storing the connection information associated with said users ; and g) passing the connection information associated with each of the users that have specified participation in said conference to each of the other users that have specified participation in said conference in order to facilitate establishing a direct network connection for conferencing among said users . US6167432A CLAIM 17 . A method for establishing peer-to-peer network connections over an interconnected network of computers for conferencing between two or more users , comprising the steps of : a) providing a web site at a host computer communicatively connected to said interconnected network of computer ; b) receiving one or more set (transportation temperature) s of conference information for establishing one or more conferences ; c) receiving at said web site connection information for one or more users each using an associated remote computer having an associated unique network address , each of said users specifying a particular conference ; d) storing said connection information associated with said users ; e) sending said connection information associated with each of said users specifying a same conference to the other ones of said users specifying said same conference in order to facilitate establishing direct network connections for conferencing . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information (first remote) regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (more set) , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US6167432A CLAIM 9 . A method for establishing peer-to-peer network conferencing connections over the internet for two or more users , comprising the steps of : a) providing a web site communicatively connected to the internet ; b) receiving at said web site the connection information associated with a first user using a first remote (contains information) computer having a first internet-protocol (IP) address for establishing a conference over the internet , the connection information including said IP address of said first remote computer ; c) receiving conference information for establishing a conference ; d) storing the connection information associated with said first user and said conference information ; e) receiving at said web site the connection information associated with one or more additional users each using an associated remote computer having an associated unique IP address , the connection information associated with each of said users including the IP address of said associated remote computer , and each of said users having specified participation in said conference ; f) storing the connection information associated with said users ; and g) passing the connection information associated with each of the users that have specified participation in said conference to each of the other users that have specified participation in said conference in order to facilitate establishing a direct network connection for conferencing among said users . US6167432A CLAIM 17 . A method for establishing peer-to-peer network connections over an interconnected network of computers for conferencing between two or more users , comprising the steps of : a) providing a web site at a host computer communicatively connected to said interconnected network of computer ; b) receiving one or more set (transportation temperature) s of conference information for establishing one or more conferences ; c) receiving at said web site connection information for one or more users each using an associated remote computer having an associated unique network address , each of said users specifying a particular conference ; d) storing said connection information associated with said users ; e) sending said connection information associated with each of said users specifying a same conference to the other ones of said users specifying said same conference in order to facilitate establishing direct network connections for conferencing . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 27 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the message contains information (first remote) regarding a stop made by a carrier of the piece of luggage or information regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the piece of luggage , or wherein the message contains information regarding an unusual stopping period regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the piece of luggage . |
US6167432A CLAIM 9 . A method for establishing peer-to-peer network conferencing connections over the internet for two or more users , comprising the steps of : a) providing a web site communicatively connected to the internet ; b) receiving at said web site the connection information associated with a first user using a first remote (contains information) computer having a first internet-protocol (IP) address for establishing a conference over the internet , the connection information including said IP address of said first remote computer ; c) receiving conference information for establishing a conference ; d) storing the connection information associated with said first user and said conference information ; e) receiving at said web site the connection information associated with one or more additional users each using an associated remote computer having an associated unique IP address , the connection information associated with each of said users including the IP address of said associated remote computer , and each of said users having specified participation in said conference ; f) storing the connection information associated with said users ; and g) passing the connection information associated with each of the users that have specified participation in said conference to each of the other users that have specified participation in said conference in order to facilitate establishing a direct network connection for conferencing among said users . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 34 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the message contains information (first remote) regarding a position or location of the piece of luggage . |
US6167432A CLAIM 9 . A method for establishing peer-to-peer network conferencing connections over the internet for two or more users , comprising the steps of : a) providing a web site communicatively connected to the internet ; b) receiving at said web site the connection information associated with a first user using a first remote (contains information) computer having a first internet-protocol (IP) address for establishing a conference over the internet , the connection information including said IP address of said first remote computer ; c) receiving conference information for establishing a conference ; d) storing the connection information associated with said first user and said conference information ; e) receiving at said web site the connection information associated with one or more additional users each using an associated remote computer having an associated unique IP address , the connection information associated with each of said users including the IP address of said associated remote computer , and each of said users having specified participation in said conference ; f) storing the connection information associated with said users ; and g) passing the connection information associated with each of the users that have specified participation in said conference to each of the other users that have specified participation in said conference in order to facilitate establishing a direct network connection for conferencing among said users . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5845227A Filed: 1996-02-09 Issued: 1998-12-01 Method and apparatus for providing shortest elapsed time route and tracking information to users (Original Assignee) Peterson; Thomas D. Thomas D. Peterson |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (one location) , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information (respective users) , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (time variation) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5845227A CLAIM 1 . A method for determining and communicating shortest elapsed time route information to users , comprising the steps of : individually monitoring instant rates of vehicular travel on multiple route segments interconnecting various possible origins and destinations , such monitoring to include the use of sensing means , differential video imaging means wherein a fixed video camera measures rates of travel , Global Positioning System means for measuring movements of a moving vehicle , loop detectors and tag reading devices for reading the passage of tag-bearing vehicles ; transferring the monitored instant rates of travel for the multiple route segments to a processor based on the tag readings , the Global Positioning System readings and the loop detector readings which identify the vehicle at more than one location (shipper information) from which said instant rates of vehicular travel are calculated ; receiving information of desired origin and destination in said processor from at least one user , including vehicle type and number of passengers , such that shortest time route calculation would include all route segments and lanes for which the vehicle has permission to travel ; calculating the route segment or combination of route segments based on the monitored instant rates of travel to provide a shortest elapsed time route between each origin-destination combination ; and transmitting information of the shortest elapsed time routes for the origin-destination combination to the respective user . US5845227A CLAIM 8 . The method of claim 1 further comprising the step of collecting historical real time data in the processor to determine normal time variation (transportation temperature) s for the instant rates of travel for the multiple route segments and employing the historical real time data in calculating the shortest elapsed time route between each origin-destination combination . US5845227A CLAIM 10 . The method of claim 1 wherein the step of transmitting information to the respective users (delivery time information) comprises the transmission of video data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (one location) , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information (respective users) , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5845227A CLAIM 1 . A method for determining and communicating shortest elapsed time route information to users , comprising the steps of : individually monitoring instant rates of vehicular travel on multiple route segments interconnecting various possible origins and destinations , such monitoring to include the use of sensing means , differential video imaging means wherein a fixed video camera measures rates of travel , Global Positioning System means for measuring movements of a moving vehicle , loop detectors and tag reading devices for reading the passage of tag-bearing vehicles ; transferring the monitored instant rates of travel for the multiple route segments to a processor based on the tag readings , the Global Positioning System readings and the loop detector readings which identify the vehicle at more than one location (shipper information) from which said instant rates of vehicular travel are calculated ; receiving information of desired origin and destination in said processor from at least one user , including vehicle type and number of passengers , such that shortest time route calculation would include all route segments and lanes for which the vehicle has permission to travel ; calculating the route segment or combination of route segments based on the monitored instant rates of travel to provide a shortest elapsed time route between each origin-destination combination ; and transmitting information of the shortest elapsed time routes for the origin-destination combination to the respective user . US5845227A CLAIM 10 . The method of claim 1 wherein the step of transmitting information to the respective users (delivery time information) comprises the transmission of video data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information (one location) regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information (respective users) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement (video receiver) regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information (Global Positioning) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (time variation) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5845227A CLAIM 1 . A method for determining and communicating shortest elapsed time route information to users , comprising the steps of : individually monitoring instant rates of vehicular travel on multiple route segments interconnecting various possible origins and destinations , such monitoring to include the use of sensing means , differential video imaging means wherein a fixed video camera measures rates of travel , Global Positioning (travel route information) System means for measuring movements of a moving vehicle , loop detectors and tag reading devices for reading the passage of tag-bearing vehicles ; transferring the monitored instant rates of travel for the multiple route segments to a processor based on the tag readings , the Global Positioning System readings and the loop detector readings which identify the vehicle at more than one location (shipper information) from which said instant rates of vehicular travel are calculated ; receiving information of desired origin and destination in said processor from at least one user , including vehicle type and number of passengers , such that shortest time route calculation would include all route segments and lanes for which the vehicle has permission to travel ; calculating the route segment or combination of route segments based on the monitored instant rates of travel to provide a shortest elapsed time route between each origin-destination combination ; and transmitting information of the shortest elapsed time routes for the origin-destination combination to the respective user . US5845227A CLAIM 8 . The method of claim 1 further comprising the step of collecting historical real time data in the processor to determine normal time variation (transportation temperature) s for the instant rates of travel for the multiple route segments and employing the historical real time data in calculating the shortest elapsed time route between each origin-destination combination . US5845227A CLAIM 10 . The method of claim 1 wherein the step of transmitting information to the respective users (delivery time information) comprises the transmission of video data . US5845227A CLAIM 11 . The method of claim 10 further comprising the use of cellular telephone for transmitting the information of shortest elapsed time routes for the origin-destination combinations and providing video receiver (temperature requirement) s for displaying the shortest elapsed time routes to the respective users . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (time variation) , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5845227A CLAIM 8 . The method of claim 1 further comprising the step of collecting historical real time data in the processor to determine normal time variation (transportation temperature) s for the instant rates of travel for the multiple route segments and employing the historical real time data in calculating the shortest elapsed time route between each origin-destination combination . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (time variation) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5845227A CLAIM 8 . The method of claim 1 further comprising the step of collecting historical real time data in the processor to determine normal time variation (transportation temperature) s for the instant rates of travel for the multiple route segments and employing the historical real time data in calculating the shortest elapsed time route between each origin-destination combination . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (time variation) , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5845227A CLAIM 8 . The method of claim 1 further comprising the step of collecting historical real time data in the processor to determine normal time variation (transportation temperature) s for the instant rates of travel for the multiple route segments and employing the historical real time data in calculating the shortest elapsed time route between each origin-destination combination . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5845203A Filed: 1996-01-25 Issued: 1998-12-01 Remote access application messaging wireless method (Original Assignee) Aertis Communications (Current Assignee) Aertis Communications ; Aeris Communications Inc Christoph Karl LaDue |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (call origination) , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5845203A CLAIM 7 . The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of encoding the message in a sequence of digits associated with a control message comprises the step of encoding the message in a sequence of digits associated with a call origination (origination information) message . US5845203A CLAIM 22 . The method of claim 21 , wherein the TDMA digital broadcast control channel operates in accordance with global system for mobile communication (transportation temperature) s (GSM) standards . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (call origination) , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5845203A CLAIM 7 . The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of encoding the message in a sequence of digits associated with a control message comprises the step of encoding the message in a sequence of digits associated with a call origination (origination information) message . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information (call origination) regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5845203A CLAIM 7 . The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of encoding the message in a sequence of digits associated with a control message comprises the step of encoding the message in a sequence of digits associated with a call origination (origination information) message . US5845203A CLAIM 22 . The method of claim 21 , wherein the TDMA digital broadcast control channel operates in accordance with global system for mobile communication (transportation temperature) s (GSM) standards . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5845203A CLAIM 22 . The method of claim 21 , wherein the TDMA digital broadcast control channel operates in accordance with global system for mobile communication (transportation temperature) s (GSM) standards . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5845203A CLAIM 22 . The method of claim 21 , wherein the TDMA digital broadcast control channel operates in accordance with global system for mobile communication (transportation temperature) s (GSM) standards . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5845203A CLAIM 22 . The method of claim 21 , wherein the TDMA digital broadcast control channel operates in accordance with global system for mobile communication (transportation temperature) s (GSM) standards . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5732074A Filed: 1996-01-16 Issued: 1998-03-24 Mobile portable wireless communication system (Original Assignee) Cellport Labs Inc (Current Assignee) CellPort Systems Inc Charles W. Spaur, Michael F. Braitberg, Patrick J. Kennedy, Lester B. Hatcher |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (data memory) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (control protocol) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5732074A CLAIM 3 . An apparatus for information transmission involving one or more remote stations in a vehicle , comprising : at least a first remote station including computer means located at a distance from a vehicle : a wireless device for location in the vehicle for use in sending and receiving information including data relative to said first remote station over an airlink ; a plurality of different vehicle devices associated with the vehicle and with each of said vehicle devices for at least one of receiving and sending said information ; controller means including processing means in the vehicle for controlling the sending and receiving of said information using said wireless device between said first remote station and the vehicle , said controller means further including first standard network communication means for use in presenting said information for transmission over the airlink in a first format that is acceptable to a first standardized network that includes the airlink , wherein said first network communication means enables said information to be provided to multiple users that utilize different makes of communication equipment , different processing hardware and different applications software executable by said processing means of said controller means , said first standard network communication means including a web server in the vehicle for responding to a plurality of service related requests and also including transmission control protocol (processor processes information) means in communication with said web server for regulating flow and ordering of said information related to said vehicle devices to said web server ; and a second standard network communication means , different from said first standard network communication means , in communication with said controller means for presenting information in a second format that is acceptable to a second standardized network , with said second standardized network communication means communicating with said vehicle devices for sending and receiving said information relative thereto and in which said controller means enables said information to be properly communicated between said first and second standardized networks . US5732074A CLAIM 7 . An apparatus for information transmission involving one or more remote stations in a vehicle , comprising : at least a first remote station including computer means located at a distance from a vehicle a wireless device for location in the vehicle for use in sending and receiving information including data relative to said first remote station over an airlink : a plurality of different vehicle devices associated with the vehicle and which each of said vehicle devices for at least one of receiving and sending said information ; controller means including processing means in the vehicle for controlling the sending and receiving of said information using said wireless device between said first remote station and the vehicle , said controller means further including first standard network communication means for use in presenting said information for transmission over the airlink in a first format that is acceptable to a first standardized network that includes the airlink , wherein said first network communication means enables said information to be provided to multiple users that utilize different makes of communication equipment , different processing hardware and different applications software executable by said processing means of said controller means , said first standard network communication means including a web server in the vehicle that responds to a plurality of service related requests and provides said information in said first format and a data memory (invoice information) that communicates with said web server for storing data in html that is obtainable using said web server and in which said web server provides said data in said first format , with said first format being http ; and a second standard network communication means , different from said first standard network communication means , in communication with said controller means for presenting said information in a second format that is acceptable to a second standardized network , with said second standardized network communication means communicating with said vehicle devices for sending and receiving said information relative thereto and in which said controller means enables said information to be properly communicated between said first and second standardized networks . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (control protocol) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5732074A CLAIM 3 . An apparatus for information transmission involving one or more remote stations in a vehicle , comprising : at least a first remote station including computer means located at a distance from a vehicle : a wireless device for location in the vehicle for use in sending and receiving information including data relative to said first remote station over an airlink ; a plurality of different vehicle devices associated with the vehicle and with each of said vehicle devices for at least one of receiving and sending said information ; controller means including processing means in the vehicle for controlling the sending and receiving of said information using said wireless device between said first remote station and the vehicle , said controller means further including first standard network communication means for use in presenting said information for transmission over the airlink in a first format that is acceptable to a first standardized network that includes the airlink , wherein said first network communication means enables said information to be provided to multiple users that utilize different makes of communication equipment , different processing hardware and different applications software executable by said processing means of said controller means , said first standard network communication means including a web server in the vehicle for responding to a plurality of service related requests and also including transmission control protocol (processor processes information) means in communication with said web server for regulating flow and ordering of said information related to said vehicle devices to said web server ; and a second standard network communication means , different from said first standard network communication means , in communication with said controller means for presenting information in a second format that is acceptable to a second standardized network , with said second standardized network communication means communicating with said vehicle devices for sending and receiving said information relative thereto and in which said controller means enables said information to be properly communicated between said first and second standardized networks . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (data memory) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5732074A CLAIM 7 . An apparatus for information transmission involving one or more remote stations in a vehicle , comprising : at least a first remote station including computer means located at a distance from a vehicle a wireless device for location in the vehicle for use in sending and receiving information including data relative to said first remote station over an airlink : a plurality of different vehicle devices associated with the vehicle and which each of said vehicle devices for at least one of receiving and sending said information ; controller means including processing means in the vehicle for controlling the sending and receiving of said information using said wireless device between said first remote station and the vehicle , said controller means further including first standard network communication means for use in presenting said information for transmission over the airlink in a first format that is acceptable to a first standardized network that includes the airlink , wherein said first network communication means enables said information to be provided to multiple users that utilize different makes of communication equipment , different processing hardware and different applications software executable by said processing means of said controller means , said first standard network communication means including a web server in the vehicle that responds to a plurality of service related requests and provides said information in said first format and a data memory (invoice information) that communicates with said web server for storing data in html that is obtainable using said web server and in which said web server provides said data in said first format , with said first format being http ; and a second standard network communication means , different from said first standard network communication means , in communication with said controller means for presenting said information in a second format that is acceptable to a second standardized network , with said second standardized network communication means communicating with said vehicle devices for sending and receiving said information relative thereto and in which said controller means enables said information to be properly communicated between said first and second standardized networks . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (data memory) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5732074A CLAIM 7 . An apparatus for information transmission involving one or more remote stations in a vehicle , comprising : at least a first remote station including computer means located at a distance from a vehicle a wireless device for location in the vehicle for use in sending and receiving information including data relative to said first remote station over an airlink : a plurality of different vehicle devices associated with the vehicle and which each of said vehicle devices for at least one of receiving and sending said information ; controller means including processing means in the vehicle for controlling the sending and receiving of said information using said wireless device between said first remote station and the vehicle , said controller means further including first standard network communication means for use in presenting said information for transmission over the airlink in a first format that is acceptable to a first standardized network that includes the airlink , wherein said first network communication means enables said information to be provided to multiple users that utilize different makes of communication equipment , different processing hardware and different applications software executable by said processing means of said controller means , said first standard network communication means including a web server in the vehicle that responds to a plurality of service related requests and provides said information in said first format and a data memory (invoice information) that communicates with said web server for storing data in html that is obtainable using said web server and in which said web server provides said data in said first format , with said first format being http ; and a second standard network communication means , different from said first standard network communication means , in communication with said controller means for presenting said information in a second format that is acceptable to a second standardized network , with said second standardized network communication means communicating with said vehicle devices for sending and receiving said information relative thereto and in which said controller means enables said information to be properly communicated between said first and second standardized networks . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (control protocol) regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5732074A CLAIM 3 . An apparatus for information transmission involving one or more remote stations in a vehicle , comprising : at least a first remote station including computer means located at a distance from a vehicle : a wireless device for location in the vehicle for use in sending and receiving information including data relative to said first remote station over an airlink ; a plurality of different vehicle devices associated with the vehicle and with each of said vehicle devices for at least one of receiving and sending said information ; controller means including processing means in the vehicle for controlling the sending and receiving of said information using said wireless device between said first remote station and the vehicle , said controller means further including first standard network communication means for use in presenting said information for transmission over the airlink in a first format that is acceptable to a first standardized network that includes the airlink , wherein said first network communication means enables said information to be provided to multiple users that utilize different makes of communication equipment , different processing hardware and different applications software executable by said processing means of said controller means , said first standard network communication means including a web server in the vehicle for responding to a plurality of service related requests and also including transmission control protocol (processor processes information) means in communication with said web server for regulating flow and ordering of said information related to said vehicle devices to said web server ; and a second standard network communication means , different from said first standard network communication means , in communication with said controller means for presenting information in a second format that is acceptable to a second standardized network , with said second standardized network communication means communicating with said vehicle devices for sending and receiving said information relative thereto and in which said controller means enables said information to be properly communicated between said first and second standardized networks . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5999808A Filed: 1996-01-07 Issued: 1999-12-07 Wireless gaming method (Original Assignee) Aeris Communications Inc (Current Assignee) Aeris Communications Inc Christoph Karl LaDue |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (call origination) , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5999808A CLAIM 3 . The method of claim 1 , wherein encoding the message in a sequence of digits associated with a control message comprises encoding the message in a sequence of digits associated with a call origination (origination information) message . US5999808A CLAIM 14 . The method of claim 13 , wherein the TDMA digital broadcast control channel operates in accordance with the global system for mobile communication (transportation temperature) s (GSM) standard . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (call origination) , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5999808A CLAIM 3 . The method of claim 1 , wherein encoding the message in a sequence of digits associated with a control message comprises encoding the message in a sequence of digits associated with a call origination (origination information) message . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information (call origination) regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5999808A CLAIM 3 . The method of claim 1 , wherein encoding the message in a sequence of digits associated with a control message comprises encoding the message in a sequence of digits associated with a call origination (origination information) message . US5999808A CLAIM 14 . The method of claim 13 , wherein the TDMA digital broadcast control channel operates in accordance with the global system for mobile communication (transportation temperature) s (GSM) standard . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5999808A CLAIM 14 . The method of claim 13 , wherein the TDMA digital broadcast control channel operates in accordance with the global system for mobile communication (transportation temperature) s (GSM) standard . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5999808A CLAIM 14 . The method of claim 13 , wherein the TDMA digital broadcast control channel operates in accordance with the global system for mobile communication (transportation temperature) s (GSM) standard . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5999808A CLAIM 14 . The method of claim 13 , wherein the TDMA digital broadcast control channel operates in accordance with the global system for mobile communication (transportation temperature) s (GSM) standard . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5719771A Filed: 1995-12-01 Issued: 1998-02-17 System for mapping occurrences of conditions in a transport route (Original Assignee) AMSC Subsidiary Corp (Current Assignee) ATC Technologies LLC ; CSX Transportation Inc James C. Buck, Thomas J. Schoenleben, David E. Haupt |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (data source) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (management system, telephone system) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5719771A CLAIM 1 . In a mobile satellite system including a satellite communication switching office having a satellite antenna for receiving/transmitting a satellite message via a satellite from/to a vehicle using a mobile communication (transportation temperature) system , a satellite interface system , a fleet management system (invoice information) including a central controller receiving/transmitting the satellite message from/to the satellite communication switching office , the central controller performs at least one of mapping occurrences of conditions along a transport route responsive to the satellite message received from the vehicle via the satellite and the satellite interface system using a mobile sensing station mounted on the vehicle traversing the transport route , and receiving data in the satellite message received from the vehicle , the mobile communication system including a housing comprised of a shock resistant material , the housing including end bumpers comprised of an elastomeric material for absorbing shock experienced by the housing , an input device for inputting data , the input device comprising a keyboard including a rubber/carbon membrane and mounted in the housing using a first seal to prevent fluid from entering the mobile communication system between the input device and the housing , a central processing unit , disposed in the housing , and receiving at least one of the data from the input device , and sensor data received from the mobile sensing station , the sensor data including predetermined condition data occurring along the transport route , positional data , time and date data corresponding to each occurrence of the predetermined condition data , and outputting satellite data to the satellite interface system for transmission to the satellite , and a display monitor comprised of tempered glass having the ability to withstand a predetermined impact , the display monitor mounted in the housing using a second seal to prevent fluid from entering the mobile communication system between the display monitor and the housing , a method comprising the steps of : (a) detecting for occurrences of the conditions to the vehicle along the transport route , at least one of the conditions indicating that the vehicle is influenced by said at least one of the conditions ; (b) storing data regarding the occurrences of the conditions as well as time and date data corresponding to the occurrences of the conditions ; (c) receiving positional data ; (d) correlating the positional data with data corresponding to the occurrences of the conditions producing correlated data ; (e) triggering the mobile sensing station ; (f) transmitting the correlated data over the communications system to the central controller in response to said triggering step ; (g) determining , responsive to the correlated data , a position on the transport route at which the occurrences of the conditions are detected ; (h) determining , responsive to at least one of the position and the transport route , an relevant party to be notified of the condition ; and (i) transmitting to the relevant party a message notifying the relevant party of the occurrence of the condition . US5719771A CLAIM 11 . The method of claim 1 , wherein said step of transmitting (f) comprises the steps of sending the correlated data to a base station of a cellular telephone system (invoice information) ; and sending the correlated data from the base station to the central controller . US5719771A CLAIM 19 . The method of claim 17 , further comprising the step of retrieving secondary data from secondary data source (destination information) s to assist in the identification of the relevant party to be notified in said determining step (d) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (data source) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (management system, telephone system) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5719771A CLAIM 11 . The method of claim 1 , wherein said step of transmitting (f) comprises the steps of sending the correlated data to a base station of a cellular telephone system (invoice information) ; and sending the correlated data from the base station to the central controller . US5719771A CLAIM 19 . The method of claim 17 , further comprising the step of retrieving secondary data from secondary data source (destination information) s to assist in the identification of the relevant party to be notified in said determining step (d) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (data source) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (management system, telephone system) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication (second communication) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5719771A CLAIM 10 . The method of claim 1 , wherein said step of transmitting (f) further comprises the steps of : sending the correlated data from the central controller via a second communication (second communication) s system to a user terminal . US5719771A CLAIM 11 . The method of claim 1 , wherein said step of transmitting (f) comprises the steps of sending the correlated data to a base station of a cellular telephone system (invoice information) ; and sending the correlated data from the base station to the central controller . US5719771A CLAIM 19 . The method of claim 17 , further comprising the step of retrieving secondary data from secondary data source (destination information) s to assist in the identification of the relevant party to be notified in said determining step (d) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 18 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise (intended destination) to an insurance claim regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
US5719771A CLAIM 21 . The method of claim 19 , wherein the secondary data includes at least one of : 1) Vehicle ID 2) Current vehicle location 3) Date/Time of event 4) Geographic area/road vehicle reporting on 5) Vehicle' ; s last reported location 6) Vehicle' ; s origin and intended destination (occurrence giving rise) 7) Type of cargo carried by vehicle 8) Last carrier/party reporting vehicle' ; s most recent status 9) Identification of most recent vehicle change from first party to second party 10) Handling railroad 11) Car status at last location 12) Type of event 13) X/Y/Z axis acceleration values . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 33 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise (intended destination) to an insurance claim regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
US5719771A CLAIM 21 . The method of claim 19 , wherein the secondary data includes at least one of : 1) Vehicle ID 2) Current vehicle location 3) Date/Time of event 4) Geographic area/road vehicle reporting on 5) Vehicle' ; s last reported location 6) Vehicle' ; s origin and intended destination (occurrence giving rise) 7) Type of cargo carried by vehicle 8) Last carrier/party reporting vehicle' ; s most recent status 9) Identification of most recent vehicle change from first party to second party 10) Handling railroad 11) Car status at last location 12) Type of event 13) X/Y/Z axis acceleration values . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5794164A Filed: 1995-11-29 Issued: 1998-08-11 Vehicle computer system (Original Assignee) Microsoft Corp (Current Assignee) Microsoft Technology Licensing LLC Richard D. Beckert, Mark M. Moeller, William Wong |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (power source) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5794164A CLAIM 33 . A vehicle entertainment/communication system as recited in claim 32 wherein the faceplate module has a power connector to enable use of an external power source (destination information) when the faceplate module is detached from the base unit . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (power source) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5794164A CLAIM 33 . A vehicle entertainment/communication system as recited in claim 32 wherein the faceplate module has a power connector to enable use of an external power source (destination information) when the faceplate module is detached from the base unit . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (power source) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5794164A CLAIM 33 . A vehicle entertainment/communication system as recited in claim 32 wherein the faceplate module has a power connector to enable use of an external power source (destination information) when the faceplate module is detached from the base unit . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (player device, input device) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5794164A CLAIM 19 . A vehicle computer system as recited in claim 15 further comprising an input device (input device) provided on the faceplate module that is electrically coupled as a peripheral to the computer module . US5794164A CLAIM 42 . A portable RF electronics device for use in conjunction with a vehicle entertainment system , the vehicle entertainment system having a base unit sized to be mounted in a vehicle dashboard and a player mounted in the base unit , the portable RF electronics device comprising : a faceplate having a physical coupling assembly which enables the faceplate to be attached to or detached from the base unit of the vehicle entertainment system ; a processor mounted to the faceplate to form a faceplate module , the faceplate module having an electrical interface which compatibly couples to an interface on the base unit to permit data communication from the faceplate module to the player , the processor being configured to control the player device (input device) when the faceplate module is electrically coupled to the base unit ; and an RF receiver provided in the faceplate module and operatively coupled to the processor , the faceplate module being operable as a portable RF receiving device to receive RF signals when the faceplate module is physically detached from the base unit . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (player device, input device) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5794164A CLAIM 19 . A vehicle computer system as recited in claim 15 further comprising an input device (input device) provided on the faceplate module that is electrically coupled as a peripheral to the computer module . US5794164A CLAIM 42 . A portable RF electronics device for use in conjunction with a vehicle entertainment system , the vehicle entertainment system having a base unit sized to be mounted in a vehicle dashboard and a player mounted in the base unit , the portable RF electronics device comprising : a faceplate having a physical coupling assembly which enables the faceplate to be attached to or detached from the base unit of the vehicle entertainment system ; a processor mounted to the faceplate to form a faceplate module , the faceplate module having an electrical interface which compatibly couples to an interface on the base unit to permit data communication from the faceplate module to the player , the processor being configured to control the player device (input device) when the faceplate module is electrically coupled to the base unit ; and an RF receiver provided in the faceplate module and operatively coupled to the processor , the faceplate module being operable as a portable RF receiving device to receive RF signals when the faceplate module is physically detached from the base unit . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5884032A Filed: 1995-09-25 Issued: 1999-03-16 System for coordinating communications via customer contact channel changing system using call centre for setting up the call between customer and an available help agent (Original Assignee) New Brunswick Telephone Co Ltd (Current Assignee) New Brunswick Telephone Co Ltd ; Pragmatus Telecom LLC Thomas Howard Bateman, Bruce Edward Kierstead, William Alexander Noble, Timothy Lee Curry, John Alan Lockett, Laurie Edward Mersereau, Robert James Ouellette |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (customer premises) , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (specified times) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5884032A CLAIM 2 . The apparatus according to claim 1 wherein the request form further comprises a field for filling in a customer preferred time for call-back and wherein the call centre further comprises means for recording the requests and associated preferred call-back times , and is adapted to place calls at specified times (invoice information) according to the times in the recorded requests . US5884032A CLAIM 7 . In a communications system comprising a server connected to the Internet , customer premises (shipper information) equipment in a remote customer premises comprising a customer computer connectable to the Internet and a customer telephone having a telephone number and connected to a public switched telephone network in a remote customer , a call centre and a plurality of help agent workstations each comprising a help agent computer and a help agent telephone connectable through the public switched telephone network to the customer telephone , a method for the customer to obtain help in relation to a WWW page having a URL (universal resource locator) from the server displayed by the customer computer comprising the steps : a) the call centre monitoring the agent telephones for availability ; b) the customer selecting a remote help option from the WWW page ; c) the customer' ; s computer preparing a help request form comprising the customer telephone' ; s number and the URL ; d) the system transferring the help request form to the call centre ; e) the call centre setting up a call over the public switched telephone network between the customer telephone and an available one of the agent telephones ; f) the call centre passing the URL to the agent computer ; and g) the agent computer displaying the WWW page identified by the URL . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (customer premises) , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (specified times) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5884032A CLAIM 2 . The apparatus according to claim 1 wherein the request form further comprises a field for filling in a customer preferred time for call-back and wherein the call centre further comprises means for recording the requests and associated preferred call-back times , and is adapted to place calls at specified times (invoice information) according to the times in the recorded requests . US5884032A CLAIM 7 . In a communications system comprising a server connected to the Internet , customer premises (shipper information) equipment in a remote customer premises comprising a customer computer connectable to the Internet and a customer telephone having a telephone number and connected to a public switched telephone network in a remote customer , a call centre and a plurality of help agent workstations each comprising a help agent computer and a help agent telephone connectable through the public switched telephone network to the customer telephone , a method for the customer to obtain help in relation to a WWW page having a URL (universal resource locator) from the server displayed by the customer computer comprising the steps : a) the call centre monitoring the agent telephones for availability ; b) the customer selecting a remote help option from the WWW page ; c) the customer' ; s computer preparing a help request form comprising the customer telephone' ; s number and the URL ; d) the system transferring the help request form to the call centre ; e) the call centre setting up a call over the public switched telephone network between the customer telephone and an available one of the agent telephones ; f) the call centre passing the URL to the agent computer ; and g) the agent computer displaying the WWW page identified by the URL . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information (customer premises) regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (specified times) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5884032A CLAIM 2 . The apparatus according to claim 1 wherein the request form further comprises a field for filling in a customer preferred time for call-back and wherein the call centre further comprises means for recording the requests and associated preferred call-back times , and is adapted to place calls at specified times (invoice information) according to the times in the recorded requests . US5884032A CLAIM 7 . In a communications system comprising a server connected to the Internet , customer premises (shipper information) equipment in a remote customer premises comprising a customer computer connectable to the Internet and a customer telephone having a telephone number and connected to a public switched telephone network in a remote customer , a call centre and a plurality of help agent workstations each comprising a help agent computer and a help agent telephone connectable through the public switched telephone network to the customer telephone , a method for the customer to obtain help in relation to a WWW page having a URL (universal resource locator) from the server displayed by the customer computer comprising the steps : a) the call centre monitoring the agent telephones for availability ; b) the customer selecting a remote help option from the WWW page ; c) the customer' ; s computer preparing a help request form comprising the customer telephone' ; s number and the URL ; d) the system transferring the help request form to the call centre ; e) the call centre setting up a call over the public switched telephone network between the customer telephone and an available one of the agent telephones ; f) the call centre passing the URL to the agent computer ; and g) the agent computer displaying the WWW page identified by the URL . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5712789A Filed: 1995-08-28 Issued: 1998-01-27 Container monitoring system and method (Original Assignee) K&T Ltd (Current Assignee) WIRELESS MEDIA INNOVATIONS LLC Joseph E. Radican |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container (shipping containers) , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (monitoring system) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5712789A CLAIM 1 . A container monitoring system (processor processes information) for accumulating and storing information on shipping containers (shipping container) including container location and container load status , the system comprising : a receiving area for receiving containers to be monitored by the system , said receiving area within a defined boundary within which containers are to be monitored by the system , a container entry point at the boundary at which containers are identified by pre-existing identification codes which are recorded at the container entry point , a switching vehicle for moving containers to and from a receiving area and to and from a facility within the boundary according to instructions received from the facility , and means for recording information on locations and load status of containers within the defined boundary . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container (shipping containers) , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (monitoring system) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5712789A CLAIM 1 . A container monitoring system (processor processes information) for accumulating and storing information on shipping containers (shipping container) including container location and container load status , the system comprising : a receiving area for receiving containers to be monitored by the system , said receiving area within a defined boundary within which containers are to be monitored by the system , a container entry point at the boundary at which containers are identified by pre-existing identification codes which are recorded at the container entry point , a switching vehicle for moving containers to and from a receiving area and to and from a facility within the boundary according to instructions received from the facility , and means for recording information on locations and load status of containers within the defined boundary . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 6 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device or the apparatus is a shipping container (shipping containers) . |
US5712789A CLAIM 1 . A container monitoring system for accumulating and storing information on shipping containers (shipping container) including container location and container load status , the system comprising : a receiving area for receiving containers to be monitored by the system , said receiving area within a defined boundary within which containers are to be monitored by the system , a container entry point at the boundary at which containers are identified by pre-existing identification codes which are recorded at the container entry point , a switching vehicle for moving containers to and from a receiving area and to and from a facility within the boundary according to instructions received from the facility , and means for recording information on locations and load status of containers within the defined boundary . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 19 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipping container (shipping containers) , the pallet , or the piece of luggage , is a refrigerated container , a heated container , or an insulated container . |
US5712789A CLAIM 1 . A container monitoring system for accumulating and storing information on shipping containers (shipping container) including container location and container load status , the system comprising : a receiving area for receiving containers to be monitored by the system , said receiving area within a defined boundary within which containers are to be monitored by the system , a container entry point at the boundary at which containers are identified by pre-existing identification codes which are recorded at the container entry point , a switching vehicle for moving containers to and from a receiving area and to and from a facility within the boundary according to instructions received from the facility , and means for recording information on locations and load status of containers within the defined boundary . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (monitoring system) regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5712789A CLAIM 1 . A container monitoring system (processor processes information) for accumulating and storing information on shipping containers including container location and container load status , the system comprising : a receiving area for receiving containers to be monitored by the system , said receiving area within a defined boundary within which containers are to be monitored by the system , a container entry point at the boundary at which containers are identified by pre-existing identification codes which are recorded at the container entry point , a switching vehicle for moving containers to and from a receiving area and to and from a facility within the boundary according to instructions received from the facility , and means for recording information on locations and load status of containers within the defined boundary . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5640002A Filed: 1995-08-15 Issued: 1997-06-17 Portable RF ID tag and barcode reader (Original Assignee) SCAN-EM CORP (Current Assignee) RUPPERT JONATHAN P Jonathan Paul Ruppert, Ronald Craig Fish, Thomas Allan Yap, Ronald Merle Ames |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (control operations, DC output) , packing slip information (control operations, DC output) , delivery time information (card slot) , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5640002A CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 wherein said portable information gathering apparatus has a rechargeable battery and electrical contacts coupled to said rechargeable battery through which charging current may be supplied to recharge said battery , and further comprising a detachable base unit which mates with said portable information gathering apparatus and which has electrical contacts which make electrical contacts with said electrical contacts on said portable information gathering apparatus when said base unit is mated with said portable information gathering apparatus , said base unit having a power converter having a DC output (invoice information, packing slip information) coupled to said electrical contacts on said base unit and having an input for receiving AC power from an electrical utility , said power converter for converting said AC power to a DC voltage across said electrical contacts on said base unit which is adequate to charge said rechargeable battery and to power the circuitry in said portable information gathering apparatus . US5640002A CLAIM 9 . The method of claim 8 wherein the step of receiving payment for said products , comprises the steps of : displaying on said display a query as to the manner in which the user desires to pay for the products to be purchased ; receiving user input via said touchscreen indicating the manner in which the user desires to pay for the products to be purchased ; if the user selects payment by credit card and places a credit card in said PCMCIA/credit card/smart card slot (delivery time information) , controlling said portable information gathering device to read data from the magnetic stripe of said credit card and store it said memory as well as transmit said data to said host computer ; controlling said host computer to automatically establish communication with a credit card processing center and transmit data regarding the proposed purchase thereto and obtain therefrom a purchase authorization code ; after said purchase authorization code is received , controlling said host computer to send said security tag deactivation signal to said security tag deactivation apparatus . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (control operations, DC output) , packing slip information (control operations, DC output) , delivery time information (card slot) , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5640002A CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 wherein said portable information gathering apparatus has a rechargeable battery and electrical contacts coupled to said rechargeable battery through which charging current may be supplied to recharge said battery , and further comprising a detachable base unit which mates with said portable information gathering apparatus and which has electrical contacts which make electrical contacts with said electrical contacts on said portable information gathering apparatus when said base unit is mated with said portable information gathering apparatus , said base unit having a power converter having a DC output (invoice information, packing slip information) coupled to said electrical contacts on said base unit and having an input for receiving AC power from an electrical utility , said power converter for converting said AC power to a DC voltage across said electrical contacts on said base unit which is adequate to charge said rechargeable battery and to power the circuitry in said portable information gathering apparatus . US5640002A CLAIM 9 . The method of claim 8 wherein the step of receiving payment for said products , comprises the steps of : displaying on said display a query as to the manner in which the user desires to pay for the products to be purchased ; receiving user input via said touchscreen indicating the manner in which the user desires to pay for the products to be purchased ; if the user selects payment by credit card and places a credit card in said PCMCIA/credit card/smart card slot (delivery time information) , controlling said portable information gathering device to read data from the magnetic stripe of said credit card and store it said memory as well as transmit said data to said host computer ; controlling said host computer to automatically establish communication with a credit card processing center and transmit data regarding the proposed purchase thereto and obtain therefrom a purchase authorization code ; after said purchase authorization code is received , controlling said host computer to send said security tag deactivation signal to said security tag deactivation apparatus . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (control operations, DC output) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information (control operations, DC output) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information (card slot) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5640002A CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 wherein said portable information gathering apparatus has a rechargeable battery and electrical contacts coupled to said rechargeable battery through which charging current may be supplied to recharge said battery , and further comprising a detachable base unit which mates with said portable information gathering apparatus and which has electrical contacts which make electrical contacts with said electrical contacts on said portable information gathering apparatus when said base unit is mated with said portable information gathering apparatus , said base unit having a power converter having a DC output (invoice information, packing slip information) coupled to said electrical contacts on said base unit and having an input for receiving AC power from an electrical utility , said power converter for converting said AC power to a DC voltage across said electrical contacts on said base unit which is adequate to charge said rechargeable battery and to power the circuitry in said portable information gathering apparatus . US5640002A CLAIM 9 . The method of claim 8 wherein the step of receiving payment for said products , comprises the steps of : displaying on said display a query as to the manner in which the user desires to pay for the products to be purchased ; receiving user input via said touchscreen indicating the manner in which the user desires to pay for the products to be purchased ; if the user selects payment by credit card and places a credit card in said PCMCIA/credit card/smart card slot (delivery time information) , controlling said portable information gathering device to read data from the magnetic stripe of said credit card and store it said memory as well as transmit said data to said host computer ; controlling said host computer to automatically establish communication with a credit card processing center and transmit data regarding the proposed purchase thereto and obtain therefrom a purchase authorization code ; after said purchase authorization code is received , controlling said host computer to send said security tag deactivation signal to said security tag deactivation apparatus . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5508736A Filed: 1995-06-15 Issued: 1996-04-16 Video signal processing apparatus for producing a composite signal for simultaneous display of data and video information (Original Assignee) Cooper; Roger D. Roger D. Cooper |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (receiver means) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (own base) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5508736A CLAIM 1 . A signal processing apparatus for use with a video camera having a physical status said processing apparatus comprising : means for generating data signals representing the physical status of the video camera with respect to a fixed frame of reference ; means for receiving video signals from the camera ; means for combining said data signals with said video signals to produce a composite signal by which data information and video information contained in said video signals can be displayed simultaneously but wherein said data information and said video information are substantially distinguishable with said video information being substantially unaffected by the incorporation of said data signals ; and said signal processing apparatus further comprising data encryption means wherein said data signals are digitally encrypted by said data encryption means and incorporated in said video signals using a frame flyback period thereof , and further comprising means for determining a suitable free period in said flyback period for incorporating said data signals in order to avoid corrupting said video signals when combining said data signals and said video signals , said means for determining said suitable free period being operable to test an analogue signal level of a portion of said video signals within said flyback period and to compare said level with a known base (invoice information) level to determine if data information is stored in said portion of the flyback period . US5508736A CLAIM 6 . The playback apparatus of claim 5 , further including receiver means (sender information) for receiving transmitted video and data signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (receiver means) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (own base) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5508736A CLAIM 1 . A signal processing apparatus for use with a video camera having a physical status said processing apparatus comprising : means for generating data signals representing the physical status of the video camera with respect to a fixed frame of reference ; means for receiving video signals from the camera ; means for combining said data signals with said video signals to produce a composite signal by which data information and video information contained in said video signals can be displayed simultaneously but wherein said data information and said video information are substantially distinguishable with said video information being substantially unaffected by the incorporation of said data signals ; and said signal processing apparatus further comprising data encryption means wherein said data signals are digitally encrypted by said data encryption means and incorporated in said video signals using a frame flyback period thereof , and further comprising means for determining a suitable free period in said flyback period for incorporating said data signals in order to avoid corrupting said video signals when combining said data signals and said video signals , said means for determining said suitable free period being operable to test an analogue signal level of a portion of said video signals within said flyback period and to compare said level with a known base (invoice information) level to determine if data information is stored in said portion of the flyback period . US5508736A CLAIM 6 . The playback apparatus of claim 5 , further including receiver means (sender information) for receiving transmitted video and data signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (receiver means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (own base) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5508736A CLAIM 1 . A signal processing apparatus for use with a video camera having a physical status said processing apparatus comprising : means for generating data signals representing the physical status of the video camera with respect to a fixed frame of reference ; means for receiving video signals from the camera ; means for combining said data signals with said video signals to produce a composite signal by which data information and video information contained in said video signals can be displayed simultaneously but wherein said data information and said video information are substantially distinguishable with said video information being substantially unaffected by the incorporation of said data signals ; and said signal processing apparatus further comprising data encryption means wherein said data signals are digitally encrypted by said data encryption means and incorporated in said video signals using a frame flyback period thereof , and further comprising means for determining a suitable free period in said flyback period for incorporating said data signals in order to avoid corrupting said video signals when combining said data signals and said video signals , said means for determining said suitable free period being operable to test an analogue signal level of a portion of said video signals within said flyback period and to compare said level with a known base (invoice information) level to determine if data information is stored in said portion of the flyback period . US5508736A CLAIM 6 . The playback apparatus of claim 5 , further including receiver means (sender information) for receiving transmitted video and data signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (signal processing) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5508736A CLAIM 1 . A signal processing (sensor monitors) apparatus for use with a video camera having a physical status said processing apparatus comprising : means for generating data signals representing the physical status of the video camera with respect to a fixed frame of reference ; means for receiving video signals from the camera ; means for combining said data signals with said video signals to produce a composite signal by which data information and video information contained in said video signals can be displayed simultaneously but wherein said data information and said video information are substantially distinguishable with said video information being substantially unaffected by the incorporation of said data signals ; and said signal processing apparatus further comprising data encryption means wherein said data signals are digitally encrypted by said data encryption means and incorporated in said video signals using a frame flyback period thereof , and further comprising means for determining a suitable free period in said flyback period for incorporating said data signals in order to avoid corrupting said video signals when combining said data signals and said video signals , said means for determining said suitable free period being operable to test an analogue signal level of a portion of said video signals within said flyback period and to compare said level with a known base level to determine if data information is stored in said portion of the flyback period . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (signal processing) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5508736A CLAIM 1 . A signal processing (sensor monitors) apparatus for use with a video camera having a physical status said processing apparatus comprising : means for generating data signals representing the physical status of the video camera with respect to a fixed frame of reference ; means for receiving video signals from the camera ; means for combining said data signals with said video signals to produce a composite signal by which data information and video information contained in said video signals can be displayed simultaneously but wherein said data information and said video information are substantially distinguishable with said video information being substantially unaffected by the incorporation of said data signals ; and said signal processing apparatus further comprising data encryption means wherein said data signals are digitally encrypted by said data encryption means and incorporated in said video signals using a frame flyback period thereof , and further comprising means for determining a suitable free period in said flyback period for incorporating said data signals in order to avoid corrupting said video signals when combining said data signals and said video signals , said means for determining said suitable free period being operable to test an analogue signal level of a portion of said video signals within said flyback period and to compare said level with a known base level to determine if data information is stored in said portion of the flyback period . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5734963A Filed: 1995-06-06 Issued: 1998-03-31 Remote initiated messaging apparatus and method in a two way wireless data communications network (Original Assignee) Flash Comm Inc (Current Assignee) HYSKY TECHNOLOGIES Inc Brendan T. Fitzgerald, Andrew T. Powshok, Donald K. Belcher, Jeffrey R. White, Albert D. Darby, Jr., Rodney Nelson |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (other communication systems) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5734963A CLAIM 18 . A two-way wireless data communication system for communications between a plurality of field units which initiate , on their own , data transmissions to a mission operation center , comprising : a paging subsystem for sending outbound messages to the plurality of remote field units ; an inbound messaging subsystem consisting of at least one radio base station for receiving inbound messages from the remote field units , the radio base station also continuously sampling , at its respective location , a set of frequency channels in an inbound radio frequency band , to determine an observed frequency availability level for the set of frequencies for the base station ; a central control unit , which sends an outbound data message to the paging sub-system for transmission to all the field units , and uses the inbound messaging subsystem as an inbound link to receive inbound messages from any of the field units , wherein the outbound data message includes data fields indicating available frequencies and times at which any of the field units may send an inbound message , and wherein the central control unit receives reports of the observed frequency availability levels from each of the radio base stations and selects the inbound available frequencies , such that , each inbound message will be received by one or more of the base stations without interference from other communication systems (receiver information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (other communication systems) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5734963A CLAIM 18 . A two-way wireless data communication system for communications between a plurality of field units which initiate , on their own , data transmissions to a mission operation center , comprising : a paging subsystem for sending outbound messages to the plurality of remote field units ; an inbound messaging subsystem consisting of at least one radio base station for receiving inbound messages from the remote field units , the radio base station also continuously sampling , at its respective location , a set of frequency channels in an inbound radio frequency band , to determine an observed frequency availability level for the set of frequencies for the base station ; a central control unit , which sends an outbound data message to the paging sub-system for transmission to all the field units , and uses the inbound messaging subsystem as an inbound link to receive inbound messages from any of the field units , wherein the outbound data message includes data fields indicating available frequencies and times at which any of the field units may send an inbound message , and wherein the central control unit receives reports of the observed frequency availability levels from each of the radio base stations and selects the inbound available frequencies , such that , each inbound message will be received by one or more of the base stations without interference from other communication systems (receiver information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (other communication systems) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information (respective location) , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5734963A CLAIM 12 . A two-way wireless data communication system comprising : an outbound messaging subsystem for sending outbound data messages ; an inbound messaging subsystem consisting of a network of at least two radio frequency base stations for receiving inbound messages , the radio frequency base stations also continuously sampling , at their respective location (map information) s , a set of frequency channels in an inbound radio frequency band , to determine an observed frequency availability level for the set of frequency channels for each base station ; at least one field unit having an outbound message receiver and a tunable inbound message transmitter ; and a central control unit , wherein the central control unit uses the outbound messaging subsystem as an outbound link to send an outbound data message to the field unit , and uses the inbound messaging subsystem as an inbound link to receive an inbound message from the field unit , and wherein the outbound message includes data fields indicating available frequencies and times at which the field unit may initiate , on its own , the transmission of an inbound message , and wherein the central control unit receives reports of the observed frequency availability levels from the network of radio base stations , and the central control unit selects the available frequencies , such that , inbound messages will be received at the base stations without interference from another communication system . US5734963A CLAIM 18 . A two-way wireless data communication system for communications between a plurality of field units which initiate , on their own , data transmissions to a mission operation center , comprising : a paging subsystem for sending outbound messages to the plurality of remote field units ; an inbound messaging subsystem consisting of at least one radio base station for receiving inbound messages from the remote field units , the radio base station also continuously sampling , at its respective location , a set of frequency channels in an inbound radio frequency band , to determine an observed frequency availability level for the set of frequencies for the base station ; a central control unit , which sends an outbound data message to the paging sub-system for transmission to all the field units , and uses the inbound messaging subsystem as an inbound link to receive inbound messages from any of the field units , wherein the outbound data message includes data fields indicating available frequencies and times at which any of the field units may send an inbound message , and wherein the central control unit receives reports of the observed frequency availability levels from each of the radio base stations and selects the inbound available frequencies , such that , each inbound message will be received by one or more of the base stations without interference from other communication systems (receiver information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (wireless data communication, radio signals) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5734963A CLAIM 1 . A method of operating a communications system to provide ubiquitous wireless data communication (inputting information) services between a plurality of remote field units each capable of initiating , on their own , a field unit initiated inbound message to a message operations center (MOC) , by using a network of widely distributed radio base stations (RBSs) and multiple paging systems , the method comprising the steps of : A . at the MOC site , i . polling the RBSs to determine radio frequencies which are presently suitable for any of the plurality of field units to send a field unit initiated inbound message to one or more of the RBS sites ; ii . determining available frequencies and times which any of the plurality of field units may send a field unit initiated inbound message ; iii . formatting the available frequencies and times into an outbound data message ; iv . forwarding the outbound data message to each of the paging systems ; B . at each of the paging system sites , transmitting the outbound data message to the field units ; C . at each of the field units , i . receiving the outbound data message ; ii . determining if a field unit initiated inbound message is required to be sent , and if so , a) selecting one of the available frequencies and times from the received outbound data message ; b) encoding the data to be sent to the MOC in the form of a short duration burst message , to minimize the probability of interfering with existing broadcast or other communications at frequencies near the selected available frequency ; c) at the selected available frequency and time , transmitting the field unit initiated inbound message ; D . at the RBS sites , i . receiving field unit initiated inbound messages from the field units ; and ii . forwarding the field unit initiated inbound messages to the MOC . US5734963A CLAIM 22 . In a communication system which provides wireless data communication services between a network of widely distributed radio base stations (RBSs) and a plurality of remote field units , the radio base stations sending messages to the field units by using one or more paging systems , and the field units sending messages to the radio base stations using encoded radio signals (inputting information) in a radio frequency communications band , a method for the remote field units to initiate , on their own , the sending of a message to a message operations center (MOC) , the method comprising the steps of : A . at the MOC site , i . polling the RBSs to determine radio frequencies for any of the field units to send a field unit initiated inbound message to one or more of the RBS sites ; ii . determining times at which any of the plurality of field units may send field unit initiated inbound message ; iii . formatting the determined frequencies and times into a frequency-and-time-data message ; iv . forwarding the frequency-and-time-data message to each of the paging systems ; B . at each of the paging system sites , broadcasting the frequency-and-time-data message to the field units ; C . at each of the field units , i . receiving the frequency-and-time-data message ; ii . in response to the field unit having data which is to be sent to the MOC , initiating the transmission of an inbound message to the MOC by the steps of : a) selecting one of the available frequencies and times from the frequency-and-time-data message ; b) encoding the data to be sent to the MOC in the form of a field-unit-initiated message ; c) at the selected available frequency and time , transmitting the field-unit-initiated message ; D . at the RBS sites , i . receiving field-unit-initiated messages from the field units ; and ii . forwarding the field-unit-initiated messages to the MOC . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (wireless data communication, radio signals) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5734963A CLAIM 1 . A method of operating a communications system to provide ubiquitous wireless data communication (inputting information) services between a plurality of remote field units each capable of initiating , on their own , a field unit initiated inbound message to a message operations center (MOC) , by using a network of widely distributed radio base stations (RBSs) and multiple paging systems , the method comprising the steps of : A . at the MOC site , i . polling the RBSs to determine radio frequencies which are presently suitable for any of the plurality of field units to send a field unit initiated inbound message to one or more of the RBS sites ; ii . determining available frequencies and times which any of the plurality of field units may send a field unit initiated inbound message ; iii . formatting the available frequencies and times into an outbound data message ; iv . forwarding the outbound data message to each of the paging systems ; B . at each of the paging system sites , transmitting the outbound data message to the field units ; C . at each of the field units , i . receiving the outbound data message ; ii . determining if a field unit initiated inbound message is required to be sent , and if so , a) selecting one of the available frequencies and times from the received outbound data message ; b) encoding the data to be sent to the MOC in the form of a short duration burst message , to minimize the probability of interfering with existing broadcast or other communications at frequencies near the selected available frequency ; c) at the selected available frequency and time , transmitting the field unit initiated inbound message ; D . at the RBS sites , i . receiving field unit initiated inbound messages from the field units ; and ii . forwarding the field unit initiated inbound messages to the MOC . US5734963A CLAIM 22 . In a communication system which provides wireless data communication services between a network of widely distributed radio base stations (RBSs) and a plurality of remote field units , the radio base stations sending messages to the field units by using one or more paging systems , and the field units sending messages to the radio base stations using encoded radio signals (inputting information) in a radio frequency communications band , a method for the remote field units to initiate , on their own , the sending of a message to a message operations center (MOC) , the method comprising the steps of : A . at the MOC site , i . polling the RBSs to determine radio frequencies for any of the field units to send a field unit initiated inbound message to one or more of the RBS sites ; ii . determining times at which any of the plurality of field units may send field unit initiated inbound message ; iii . formatting the determined frequencies and times into a frequency-and-time-data message ; iv . forwarding the frequency-and-time-data message to each of the paging systems ; B . at each of the paging system sites , broadcasting the frequency-and-time-data message to the field units ; C . at each of the field units , i . receiving the frequency-and-time-data message ; ii . in response to the field unit having data which is to be sent to the MOC , initiating the transmission of an inbound message to the MOC by the steps of : a) selecting one of the available frequencies and times from the frequency-and-time-data message ; b) encoding the data to be sent to the MOC in the form of a field-unit-initiated message ; c) at the selected available frequency and time , transmitting the field-unit-initiated message ; D . at the RBS sites , i . receiving field-unit-initiated messages from the field units ; and ii . forwarding the field-unit-initiated messages to the MOC . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5758313A Filed: 1995-05-17 Issued: 1998-05-26 Method and apparatus for tracking vehicle location (Original Assignee) Mobile Information Systems Inc (Current Assignee) Mobile Information Systems Inc ; Telematics Corp Mukesh Chamanlal Shah, Sanjiv Prabhakaran |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container (transportation vehicle, shipping container) , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (transportation vehicle, shipping container) , destination information (destination information) , receiver information , handling instruction information (data acquisition device) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5758313A CLAIM 1 . A computer aided dispatching method comprising : providing a display comprising a first display segment and a second display segment , said first display segment comprising a digitized representation of a raster map and a plurality of user locatable marks , each of said plurality of user locatable marks representative of one of a plurality of mobile units at a mobile unit position , said second display segment comprising vector text information for at least one of said plurality of mobile units ; and using a computer aided dispatch system operably coupled to said display ; said computer aided dispatch system comprising order data from customers , said order data having a portion being transferred from a data acquisition device (instruction information, payment instruction information) coupled to said computer aided dispatch system to a radio in one of said plurality of mobile units . US5758313A CLAIM 24 . The method of claim 16 wherein said mobile unit is selected from a group comprising an automobile , a van , a truck , an ambulance , an animal , a human , a boat , a ship , a motorcycle , a bicycle , a tractor , a vehicle for moving equipment , a train , a courier , a container ship , a shipping container (shipper information, shipping container) , an airplane , a public utility vehicle , a telephone company vehicle , a taxi cab , a bus , a delivery vehicle , a beverage vehicle , a fire truck , a hazardous waste transportation vehicle (shipper information, shipping container) , a chemical transportation vehicle , a long haul truck , a local haul truck , and an emergency vehicle . US5758313A CLAIM 56 . The method of claim 54 wherein said order entry screen includes a screen portion for destination information (destination information) , said destination information being selected from a group comprising a contact name and a destination . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container (transportation vehicle, shipping container) , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5758313A CLAIM 24 . The method of claim 16 wherein said mobile unit is selected from a group comprising an automobile , a van , a truck , an ambulance , an animal , a human , a boat , a ship , a motorcycle , a bicycle , a tractor , a vehicle for moving equipment , a train , a courier , a container ship , a shipping container (shipper information, shipping container) , an airplane , a public utility vehicle , a telephone company vehicle , a taxi cab , a bus , a delivery vehicle , a beverage vehicle , a fire truck , a hazardous waste transportation vehicle (shipper information, shipping container) , a chemical transportation vehicle , a long haul truck , a local haul truck , and an emergency vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (transportation vehicle, shipping container) , destination information (destination information) , receiver information , handling instruction information (data acquisition device) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5758313A CLAIM 1 . A computer aided dispatching method comprising : providing a display comprising a first display segment and a second display segment , said first display segment comprising a digitized representation of a raster map and a plurality of user locatable marks , each of said plurality of user locatable marks representative of one of a plurality of mobile units at a mobile unit position , said second display segment comprising vector text information for at least one of said plurality of mobile units ; and using a computer aided dispatch system operably coupled to said display ; said computer aided dispatch system comprising order data from customers , said order data having a portion being transferred from a data acquisition device (instruction information, payment instruction information) coupled to said computer aided dispatch system to a radio in one of said plurality of mobile units . US5758313A CLAIM 24 . The method of claim 16 wherein said mobile unit is selected from a group comprising an automobile , a van , a truck , an ambulance , an animal , a human , a boat , a ship , a motorcycle , a bicycle , a tractor , a vehicle for moving equipment , a train , a courier , a container ship , a shipping container (shipper information, shipping container) , an airplane , a public utility vehicle , a telephone company vehicle , a taxi cab , a bus , a delivery vehicle , a beverage vehicle , a fire truck , a hazardous waste transportation vehicle (shipper information, shipping container) , a chemical transportation vehicle , a long haul truck , a local haul truck , and an emergency vehicle . US5758313A CLAIM 56 . The method of claim 54 wherein said order entry screen includes a screen portion for destination information (destination information) , said destination information being selected from a group comprising a contact name and a destination . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information (transportation vehicle, shipping container) regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (destination information) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information (data acquisition device) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement (frequency range) regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5758313A CLAIM 1 . A computer aided dispatching method comprising : providing a display comprising a first display segment and a second display segment , said first display segment comprising a digitized representation of a raster map and a plurality of user locatable marks , each of said plurality of user locatable marks representative of one of a plurality of mobile units at a mobile unit position , said second display segment comprising vector text information for at least one of said plurality of mobile units ; and using a computer aided dispatch system operably coupled to said display ; said computer aided dispatch system comprising order data from customers , said order data having a portion being transferred from a data acquisition device (instruction information, payment instruction information) coupled to said computer aided dispatch system to a radio in one of said plurality of mobile units . US5758313A CLAIM 24 . The method of claim 16 wherein said mobile unit is selected from a group comprising an automobile , a van , a truck , an ambulance , an animal , a human , a boat , a ship , a motorcycle , a bicycle , a tractor , a vehicle for moving equipment , a train , a courier , a container ship , a shipping container (shipper information, shipping container) , an airplane , a public utility vehicle , a telephone company vehicle , a taxi cab , a bus , a delivery vehicle , a beverage vehicle , a fire truck , a hazardous waste transportation vehicle (shipper information, shipping container) , a chemical transportation vehicle , a long haul truck , a local haul truck , and an emergency vehicle . US5758313A CLAIM 29 . The method of claim 16 wherein said mobile radio modem operates in a 800 to 900 MHz frequency range (temperature requirement) . US5758313A CLAIM 56 . The method of claim 54 wherein said order entry screen includes a screen portion for destination information (destination information) , said destination information being selected from a group comprising a contact name and a destination . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 6 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device or the apparatus is a shipping container (transportation vehicle, shipping container) . |
US5758313A CLAIM 24 . The method of claim 16 wherein said mobile unit is selected from a group comprising an automobile , a van , a truck , an ambulance , an animal , a human , a boat , a ship , a motorcycle , a bicycle , a tractor , a vehicle for moving equipment , a train , a courier , a container ship , a shipping container (shipper information, shipping container) , an airplane , a public utility vehicle , a telephone company vehicle , a taxi cab , a bus , a delivery vehicle , a beverage vehicle , a fire truck , a hazardous waste transportation vehicle (shipper information, shipping container) , a chemical transportation vehicle , a long haul truck , a local haul truck , and an emergency vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (historical data) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5758313A CLAIM 38 . The method of claim 37 wherein said selected time is for historical data (sensor monitors) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (said time) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
US5758313A CLAIM 69 . The method of 68 wherein said step of billing is provided on a time schedule , said time (delivery message) schedule being selected from a group comprising a weekly basis , a bi-weekly basis , a monthly basis , a quarterly basis , and a yearly basis . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 19 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipping container (transportation vehicle, shipping container) , the pallet , or the piece of luggage , is a refrigerated container , a heated container , or an insulated container . |
US5758313A CLAIM 24 . The method of claim 16 wherein said mobile unit is selected from a group comprising an automobile , a van , a truck , an ambulance , an animal , a human , a boat , a ship , a motorcycle , a bicycle , a tractor , a vehicle for moving equipment , a train , a courier , a container ship , a shipping container (shipper information, shipping container) , an airplane , a public utility vehicle , a telephone company vehicle , a taxi cab , a bus , a delivery vehicle , a beverage vehicle , a fire truck , a hazardous waste transportation vehicle (shipper information, shipping container) , a chemical transportation vehicle , a long haul truck , a local haul truck , and an emergency vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (historical data) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5758313A CLAIM 38 . The method of claim 37 wherein said selected time is for historical data (sensor monitors) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (said time) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
US5758313A CLAIM 69 . The method of 68 wherein said step of billing is provided on a time schedule , said time (delivery message) schedule being selected from a group comprising a weekly basis , a bi-weekly basis , a monthly basis , a quarterly basis , and a yearly basis . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5606361A Filed: 1995-05-10 Issued: 1997-02-25 Videophone interactive mailbox facility system and method of processing information (Original Assignee) Davidsohn; John; Cinotti; Anthony (Current Assignee) VISUAL INTERACTIVE PHONE CONCEPTS Inc John Davidsohn, Anthony Cinotti |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (work station) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5606361A CLAIM 5 . A videophone system in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said vendor station computer means is electronically connected to modems , telephones , videophones , printers , and work station (invoice information) s for sending out said vendor-type information . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (work station) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5606361A CLAIM 5 . A videophone system in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said vendor station computer means is electronically connected to modems , telephones , videophones , printers , and work station (invoice information) s for sending out said vendor-type information . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (work station) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5606361A CLAIM 5 . A videophone system in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said vendor station computer means is electronically connected to modems , telephones , videophones , printers , and work station (invoice information) s for sending out said vendor-type information . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (monitor screen) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5606361A CLAIM 2 . A videophone system in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said videophone further includes a memory chip for storing of said transaction information , a proprietary interface chip for interfacing with said central data center , an expanded touch pad for sending additional detailed information , and a pointer for use on the videophone monitor screen (inputting information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (monitor screen) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5606361A CLAIM 2 . A videophone system in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said videophone further includes a memory chip for storing of said transaction information , a proprietary interface chip for interfacing with said central data center , an expanded touch pad for sending additional detailed information , and a pointer for use on the videophone monitor screen (inputting information) . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5721829A Filed: 1995-05-05 Issued: 1998-02-24 System for automatic pause/resume of content delivered on a channel in response to switching to and from that channel and resuming so that a portion of the content is repeated (Original Assignee) Microsoft Corp (Current Assignee) Microsoft Technology Licensing LLC Matthew W. Dunn, Seung-Yup Chai, Joseph H. Matthews, III |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (program data) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (associated content) , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information (associated content) , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5721829A CLAIM 4 . In an interactive system in which a content provider serves video content programs to one or more user interface units over multiple channels on a distribution network , a system comprising : a continuous media server database at the content provider to store the video content programs ; a program information database at the content provider to maintain program data (memory stores information) records , the program data records containing program IDs of the video content programs stored within the continuous media server database ; a content playing unit at the content provider coupled to the continuous media server and the program information database ; a video-on-demand (VOD) application which executes on a user interface unit to enable a viewer to order a video content program from the content provider whereby when ordered , the content playing unit retrieves the ordered video content program from the continuous media server database and transmits the ordered video content program to the user interface unit on a VOD channel ; in the event the viewer selects a non-VOD channel prior to completion of the ordered video content program , the user interface unit automatically sending a pause message to the content provider , the pause message containing a viewer ID associated with the user interface unit and a program ID of the ordered video content program ; the content playing unit , in response to the pause message , stopping transmission of the ordered video content program at a pause point ; the content playing unit storing the viewer ID , the program ID , and the pause point in a correlated relationship within the program information database ; in the event the viewer tunes again to the VOD channel , the user interface unit automatically sends a resume message to the content playing unit , the resume message containing the viewer ID ; the content playing unit , responsive to the resume message , retrieves from the program information database the program ID and the pointer that are correlated with the viewer ID in the resume message , the content playing unit using the program ID and the pointer to access the continuous media server database and retrieve the video content program that has been paused ; the content playing unit resumes transmission of the video content program to the user interface unit that is associated with the viewer ID ; and the content playing unit resumes transmission of the video content program at a memory location prior to the memory location referenced by the pointer so that a portion of the video content program is repeated . US5721829A CLAIM 18 . In an interactive system in which a content provider serves content to a user interface unit over multiple channels on a network , a computer-readable media distributed at the content provider and user interface unit having computer-executable instructions for performing steps comprising : tuning the user interface unit to a first channel ; sending a request to the content provider to serve streaming content over the first channel ; retrieving the requested content at the content provider ; transmitting the content on the first channel to the user interface unit ; tuning the user interface unit to a second channel ; automatically sending a pause message from the user interface unit to the content provider when the user interface unit is tuned to the second channel , the pause message containing a viewer ID and a content ID ; storing the viewer ID and the content ID at the content provider ; associating the viewer ID and the content ID at the content provider ; pausing transmission of the content on the first channel ; subsequently tuning the user interface unit once again to the first channel ; automatically sending a resume message from the user interface unit to the content provider when the user interface unit is tuned to the first channel , the resume message containing the viewer ID ; referencing the associated content (origination information, packing slip information) ID using the viewer ID received in the message ; retrieving the content using the content ID ; and resuming transmission of the content on the first channel to the user interface unit ; repeating a portion of the streaming content upon resuming transmission . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (program data) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (associated content) , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information (associated content) , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5721829A CLAIM 4 . In an interactive system in which a content provider serves video content programs to one or more user interface units over multiple channels on a distribution network , a system comprising : a continuous media server database at the content provider to store the video content programs ; a program information database at the content provider to maintain program data (memory stores information) records , the program data records containing program IDs of the video content programs stored within the continuous media server database ; a content playing unit at the content provider coupled to the continuous media server and the program information database ; a video-on-demand (VOD) application which executes on a user interface unit to enable a viewer to order a video content program from the content provider whereby when ordered , the content playing unit retrieves the ordered video content program from the continuous media server database and transmits the ordered video content program to the user interface unit on a VOD channel ; in the event the viewer selects a non-VOD channel prior to completion of the ordered video content program , the user interface unit automatically sending a pause message to the content provider , the pause message containing a viewer ID associated with the user interface unit and a program ID of the ordered video content program ; the content playing unit , in response to the pause message , stopping transmission of the ordered video content program at a pause point ; the content playing unit storing the viewer ID , the program ID , and the pause point in a correlated relationship within the program information database ; in the event the viewer tunes again to the VOD channel , the user interface unit automatically sends a resume message to the content playing unit , the resume message containing the viewer ID ; the content playing unit , responsive to the resume message , retrieves from the program information database the program ID and the pointer that are correlated with the viewer ID in the resume message , the content playing unit using the program ID and the pointer to access the continuous media server database and retrieve the video content program that has been paused ; the content playing unit resumes transmission of the video content program to the user interface unit that is associated with the viewer ID ; and the content playing unit resumes transmission of the video content program at a memory location prior to the memory location referenced by the pointer so that a portion of the video content program is repeated . US5721829A CLAIM 18 . In an interactive system in which a content provider serves content to a user interface unit over multiple channels on a network , a computer-readable media distributed at the content provider and user interface unit having computer-executable instructions for performing steps comprising : tuning the user interface unit to a first channel ; sending a request to the content provider to serve streaming content over the first channel ; retrieving the requested content at the content provider ; transmitting the content on the first channel to the user interface unit ; tuning the user interface unit to a second channel ; automatically sending a pause message from the user interface unit to the content provider when the user interface unit is tuned to the second channel , the pause message containing a viewer ID and a content ID ; storing the viewer ID and the content ID at the content provider ; associating the viewer ID and the content ID at the content provider ; pausing transmission of the content on the first channel ; subsequently tuning the user interface unit once again to the first channel ; automatically sending a resume message from the user interface unit to the content provider when the user interface unit is tuned to the first channel , the resume message containing the viewer ID ; referencing the associated content (origination information, packing slip information) ID using the viewer ID received in the message ; retrieving the content using the content ID ; and resuming transmission of the content on the first channel to the user interface unit ; repeating a portion of the streaming content upon resuming transmission . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information (associated content) regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information (associated content) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device (interactive system) associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5721829A CLAIM 1 . In an interactive system (second communication device) in which a content provider serves video content programs to one or more user interface units over multiple channels on a distribution network , a system comprising : a channel selector resident at a user interface unit to choose between (1) a video-on-demand (VOD) channel which permits a viewer to request and receive a particular video content program and (2) one or more non-VOD channels ; in the event that the channel selector selects the VOD channel to request a video content program , the content provider transmitting the ordered video content program to the user interface unit ; in the event that the channel selector changes from the VOD channel to a non-VOD channel , the content provider pausing transmission of the ordered video content program to the particular user interface unit in response to the channel change ; in the event that the channel selector changes from the non-VOD channel back to the VOD channel , the content provider resumes transmission of the ordered video content program to the particular interface unit ; and the content provider pauses transmission of the ordered video content program at a pause point and later resumes transmission of the ordered video content program at a resume point that is earlier in the video content program than the pause point so that a portion of the video content program is repeated . US5721829A CLAIM 18 . In an interactive system in which a content provider serves content to a user interface unit over multiple channels on a network , a computer-readable media distributed at the content provider and user interface unit having computer-executable instructions for performing steps comprising : tuning the user interface unit to a first channel ; sending a request to the content provider to serve streaming content over the first channel ; retrieving the requested content at the content provider ; transmitting the content on the first channel to the user interface unit ; tuning the user interface unit to a second channel ; automatically sending a pause message from the user interface unit to the content provider when the user interface unit is tuned to the second channel , the pause message containing a viewer ID and a content ID ; storing the viewer ID and the content ID at the content provider ; associating the viewer ID and the content ID at the content provider ; pausing transmission of the content on the first channel ; subsequently tuning the user interface unit once again to the first channel ; automatically sending a resume message from the user interface unit to the content provider when the user interface unit is tuned to the first channel , the resume message containing the viewer ID ; referencing the associated content (origination information, packing slip information) ID using the viewer ID received in the message ; retrieving the content using the content ID ; and resuming transmission of the content on the first channel to the user interface unit ; repeating a portion of the streaming content upon resuming transmission . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (program data) regarding the piece of luggage . |
US5721829A CLAIM 4 . In an interactive system in which a content provider serves video content programs to one or more user interface units over multiple channels on a distribution network , a system comprising : a continuous media server database at the content provider to store the video content programs ; a program information database at the content provider to maintain program data (memory stores information) records , the program data records containing program IDs of the video content programs stored within the continuous media server database ; a content playing unit at the content provider coupled to the continuous media server and the program information database ; a video-on-demand (VOD) application which executes on a user interface unit to enable a viewer to order a video content program from the content provider whereby when ordered , the content playing unit retrieves the ordered video content program from the continuous media server database and transmits the ordered video content program to the user interface unit on a VOD channel ; in the event the viewer selects a non-VOD channel prior to completion of the ordered video content program , the user interface unit automatically sending a pause message to the content provider , the pause message containing a viewer ID associated with the user interface unit and a program ID of the ordered video content program ; the content playing unit , in response to the pause message , stopping transmission of the ordered video content program at a pause point ; the content playing unit storing the viewer ID , the program ID , and the pause point in a correlated relationship within the program information database ; in the event the viewer tunes again to the VOD channel , the user interface unit automatically sends a resume message to the content playing unit , the resume message containing the viewer ID ; the content playing unit , responsive to the resume message , retrieves from the program information database the program ID and the pointer that are correlated with the viewer ID in the resume message , the content playing unit using the program ID and the pointer to access the continuous media server database and retrieve the video content program that has been paused ; the content playing unit resumes transmission of the video content program to the user interface unit that is associated with the viewer ID ; and the content playing unit resumes transmission of the video content program at a memory location prior to the memory location referenced by the pointer so that a portion of the video content program is repeated . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5544649A Filed: 1995-03-15 Issued: 1996-08-13 Ambulatory patient health monitoring techniques utilizing interactive visual communication (Original Assignee) Cardiomedix Inc (Current Assignee) Cardiomedix Inc Daniel David, Zipora David |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (remote location) , receiver information (transmission signal) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (remote location) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5544649A CLAIM 1 . An interactive system for monitoring the condition of a patient by a health practitioner , said patient located at a remote location (destination information, invoice information) from a central monitoring station and capable of activity of the head and face , said health practitioner located at the central station , the system comprising , in combination : a) first audio-visual means for generating a first audio-visual signal of said patient at the remote location ; b) means for generating medical signals representative of a measured medical condition , said means for generating including the visual and the audio transmission signal (receiver information) for specified anatomical , morphological and expression features of the head and face of the patient and changes in said anatomical , morphological and expression features of the head and face of said patient in response to patient performance of commands affecting the head and face within the audio and visual field of the means for generating the first audio visual signal ; c) a central monitoring station ; d) means for measuring the medical condition of said patient at the central station , said means for measuring including means for audibly and visually observing and measuring specified anatomical , morphological and expression features of the head and face of said patient ; e) means for transmission of said first audio-visual signal to said central station ; g) display means at said central station for display of said first audio-visual signal including said medical signals ; h) means at the central station for recordal and analysis of the anatomical , morphological and expression feature measurements of said patient ; i) second audio-visual means for generating a second audio-visual signal of said health practitioner originating from said central station ; j) means for transmission of said second audio-visual signal to said remote location ; and k) means for display of said second audio-visual signal at said remote location for observation by the patient simultaneously with transmission of the first audio-visual transmission ; whereby said patient and said health practitioner are capable of substantially simultaneous interactive communication concerning said medical condition . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (remote location) , receiver information (transmission signal) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (remote location) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5544649A CLAIM 1 . An interactive system for monitoring the condition of a patient by a health practitioner , said patient located at a remote location (destination information, invoice information) from a central monitoring station and capable of activity of the head and face , said health practitioner located at the central station , the system comprising , in combination : a) first audio-visual means for generating a first audio-visual signal of said patient at the remote location ; b) means for generating medical signals representative of a measured medical condition , said means for generating including the visual and the audio transmission signal (receiver information) for specified anatomical , morphological and expression features of the head and face of the patient and changes in said anatomical , morphological and expression features of the head and face of said patient in response to patient performance of commands affecting the head and face within the audio and visual field of the means for generating the first audio visual signal ; c) a central monitoring station ; d) means for measuring the medical condition of said patient at the central station , said means for measuring including means for audibly and visually observing and measuring specified anatomical , morphological and expression features of the head and face of said patient ; e) means for transmission of said first audio-visual signal to said central station ; g) display means at said central station for display of said first audio-visual signal including said medical signals ; h) means at the central station for recordal and analysis of the anatomical , morphological and expression feature measurements of said patient ; i) second audio-visual means for generating a second audio-visual signal of said health practitioner originating from said central station ; j) means for transmission of said second audio-visual signal to said remote location ; and k) means for display of said second audio-visual signal at said remote location for observation by the patient simultaneously with transmission of the first audio-visual transmission ; whereby said patient and said health practitioner are capable of substantially simultaneous interactive communication concerning said medical condition . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (remote location) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (transmission signal) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (remote location) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device (interactive system) associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5544649A CLAIM 1 . An interactive system (second communication device) for monitoring the condition of a patient by a health practitioner , said patient located at a remote location (destination information, invoice information) from a central monitoring station and capable of activity of the head and face , said health practitioner located at the central station , the system comprising , in combination : a) first audio-visual means for generating a first audio-visual signal of said patient at the remote location ; b) means for generating medical signals representative of a measured medical condition , said means for generating including the visual and the audio transmission signal (receiver information) for specified anatomical , morphological and expression features of the head and face of the patient and changes in said anatomical , morphological and expression features of the head and face of said patient in response to patient performance of commands affecting the head and face within the audio and visual field of the means for generating the first audio visual signal ; c) a central monitoring station ; d) means for measuring the medical condition of said patient at the central station , said means for measuring including means for audibly and visually observing and measuring specified anatomical , morphological and expression features of the head and face of said patient ; e) means for transmission of said first audio-visual signal to said central station ; g) display means at said central station for display of said first audio-visual signal including said medical signals ; h) means at the central station for recordal and analysis of the anatomical , morphological and expression feature measurements of said patient ; i) second audio-visual means for generating a second audio-visual signal of said health practitioner originating from said central station ; j) means for transmission of said second audio-visual signal to said remote location ; and k) means for display of said second audio-visual signal at said remote location for observation by the patient simultaneously with transmission of the first audio-visual transmission ; whereby said patient and said health practitioner are capable of substantially simultaneous interactive communication concerning said medical condition . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5838683A Filed: 1995-03-13 Issued: 1998-11-17 Distributed interactive multimedia system architecture (Original Assignee) Selsius Systems Inc (Current Assignee) Cisco Technology Inc ; Cisco Systems Inc Robert David Corley, Richard A. Dunlap, Paul S. Hahn, Michael H. McClung, Christopher E. Pearce |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (said path) , receiver information (processing element) , handling instruction information (intermediate data) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (processing element) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5838683A CLAIM 44 . The communications network as recited in claim 41 wherein a single replicated object-oriented database provides an environment for creating and communicating said process , coupling distributed call processing element (receiver information, processor processes information, inputting information) s into an apparent single network whole . US5838683A CLAIM 61 . In a communications network having a plurality of distributed nodes coupled together by a web of synchronous communication path segments having substantially equivalent transmission delays associated therewith , a system for routing a call from a source node to a destination node along a shortest path through said communications network , comprising : a first intermediate node for receiving a request from said source node for a path across said communications network to said destination node , said first intermediate node retrieving first data from a first intermediate data (instruction information, delivery instruction information) base associated with said first intermediate node , said first data representing said shortest path , and forwarding said request through said communications network as a function of said first data ; and a subsequent intermediate node for receiving said request from said first intermediate node for said path (destination information) across said communications network to said destination node , said subsequent intermediate node retrieving subsequent data from a subsequent intermediate database associated with said subsequent intermediate node , said subsequent data representing said shortest path , and forwarding said request through said communications network as a function of said data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (processing element) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5838683A CLAIM 44 . The communications network as recited in claim 41 wherein a single replicated object-oriented database provides an environment for creating and communicating said process , coupling distributed call processing element (receiver information, processor processes information, inputting information) s into an apparent single network whole . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (said path) , receiver information (processing element) , handling instruction information (intermediate data) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5838683A CLAIM 44 . The communications network as recited in claim 41 wherein a single replicated object-oriented database provides an environment for creating and communicating said process , coupling distributed call processing element (receiver information, processor processes information, inputting information) s into an apparent single network whole . US5838683A CLAIM 61 . In a communications network having a plurality of distributed nodes coupled together by a web of synchronous communication path segments having substantially equivalent transmission delays associated therewith , a system for routing a call from a source node to a destination node along a shortest path through said communications network , comprising : a first intermediate node for receiving a request from said source node for a path across said communications network to said destination node , said first intermediate node retrieving first data from a first intermediate data (instruction information, delivery instruction information) base associated with said first intermediate node , said first data representing said shortest path , and forwarding said request through said communications network as a function of said first data ; and a subsequent intermediate node for receiving said request from said first intermediate node for said path (destination information) across said communications network to said destination node , said subsequent intermediate node retrieving subsequent data from a subsequent intermediate database associated with said subsequent intermediate node , said subsequent data representing said shortest path , and forwarding said request through said communications network as a function of said data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (said path) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (processing element) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information (intermediate data) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information (shortest path) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5838683A CLAIM 44 . The communications network as recited in claim 41 wherein a single replicated object-oriented database provides an environment for creating and communicating said process , coupling distributed call processing element (receiver information, processor processes information, inputting information) s into an apparent single network whole . US5838683A CLAIM 61 . In a communications network having a plurality of distributed nodes coupled together by a web of synchronous communication path segments having substantially equivalent transmission delays associated therewith , a system for routing a call from a source node to a destination node along a shortest path (travel route information, transportation route) through said communications network , comprising : a first intermediate node for receiving a request from said source node for a path across said communications network to said destination node , said first intermediate node retrieving first data from a first intermediate data (instruction information, delivery instruction information) base associated with said first intermediate node , said first data representing said shortest path , and forwarding said request through said communications network as a function of said first data ; and a subsequent intermediate node for receiving said request from said first intermediate node for said path (destination information) across said communications network to said destination node , said subsequent intermediate node retrieving subsequent data from a subsequent intermediate database associated with said subsequent intermediate node , said subsequent data representing said shortest path , and forwarding said request through said communications network as a function of said data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (transmission delays) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
US5838683A CLAIM 61 . In a communications network having a plurality of distributed nodes coupled together by a web of synchronous communication path segments having substantially equivalent transmission delays (delivery message) associated therewith , a system for routing a call from a source node to a destination node along a shortest path through said communications network , comprising : a first intermediate node for receiving a request from said source node for a path across said communications network to said destination node , said first intermediate node retrieving first data from a first intermediate database associated with said first intermediate node , said first data representing said shortest path , and forwarding said request through said communications network as a function of said first data ; and a subsequent intermediate node for receiving said request from said first intermediate node for said path across said communications network to said destination node , said subsequent intermediate node retrieving subsequent data from a subsequent intermediate database associated with said subsequent intermediate node , said subsequent data representing said shortest path , and forwarding said request through said communications network as a function of said data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 15 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of a deviation from a pre-determined shipment or transportation route (shortest path) associated with a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5838683A CLAIM 61 . In a communications network having a plurality of distributed nodes coupled together by a web of synchronous communication path segments having substantially equivalent transmission delays associated therewith , a system for routing a call from a source node to a destination node along a shortest path (travel route information, transportation route) through said communications network , comprising : a first intermediate node for receiving a request from said source node for a path across said communications network to said destination node , said first intermediate node retrieving first data from a first intermediate database associated with said first intermediate node , said first data representing said shortest path , and forwarding said request through said communications network as a function of said first data ; and a subsequent intermediate node for receiving said request from said first intermediate node for said path across said communications network to said destination node , said subsequent intermediate node retrieving subsequent data from a subsequent intermediate database associated with said subsequent intermediate node , said subsequent data representing said shortest path , and forwarding said request through said communications network as a function of said data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (processing element) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5838683A CLAIM 44 . The communications network as recited in claim 41 wherein a single replicated object-oriented database provides an environment for creating and communicating said process , coupling distributed call processing element (receiver information, processor processes information, inputting information) s into an apparent single network whole . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (processing element) regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5838683A CLAIM 44 . The communications network as recited in claim 41 wherein a single replicated object-oriented database provides an environment for creating and communicating said process , coupling distributed call processing element (receiver information, processor processes information, inputting information) s into an apparent single network whole . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (transmission delays) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
US5838683A CLAIM 61 . In a communications network having a plurality of distributed nodes coupled together by a web of synchronous communication path segments having substantially equivalent transmission delays (delivery message) associated therewith , a system for routing a call from a source node to a destination node along a shortest path through said communications network , comprising : a first intermediate node for receiving a request from said source node for a path across said communications network to said destination node , said first intermediate node retrieving first data from a first intermediate database associated with said first intermediate node , said first data representing said shortest path , and forwarding said request through said communications network as a function of said first data ; and a subsequent intermediate node for receiving said request from said first intermediate node for said path across said communications network to said destination node , said subsequent intermediate node retrieving subsequent data from a subsequent intermediate database associated with said subsequent intermediate node , said subsequent data representing said shortest path , and forwarding said request through said communications network as a function of said data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 30 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the event is a detection of a deviation from a pre-determined shipment or transportation route (shortest path) associated with a shipment or a transportation of or involving the piece of luggage . |
US5838683A CLAIM 61 . In a communications network having a plurality of distributed nodes coupled together by a web of synchronous communication path segments having substantially equivalent transmission delays associated therewith , a system for routing a call from a source node to a destination node along a shortest path (travel route information, transportation route) through said communications network , comprising : a first intermediate node for receiving a request from said source node for a path across said communications network to said destination node , said first intermediate node retrieving first data from a first intermediate database associated with said first intermediate node , said first data representing said shortest path , and forwarding said request through said communications network as a function of said first data ; and a subsequent intermediate node for receiving said request from said first intermediate node for said path across said communications network to said destination node , said subsequent intermediate node retrieving subsequent data from a subsequent intermediate database associated with said subsequent intermediate node , said subsequent data representing said shortest path , and forwarding said request through said communications network as a function of said data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (processing element) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5838683A CLAIM 44 . The communications network as recited in claim 41 wherein a single replicated object-oriented database provides an environment for creating and communicating said process , coupling distributed call processing element (receiver information, processor processes information, inputting information) s into an apparent single network whole . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5801943A Filed: 1995-03-06 Issued: 1998-09-01 Traffic surveillance and simulation apparatus (Original Assignee) Condition Monitoring Systems (Current Assignee) CONDITION MONITORING SYSTEMS OF AMERICA Inc ; Condition Monitoring Systems Robert E. Nasburg |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device (predetermined spacing) , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (second sensor) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5801943A CLAIM 1 . A traffic surveillance system comprising : a first sensor positioned to sense vehicular traffic in a predetermined first field ; a first local traffic processor coupled to the first sensor for identifying vehicles within the field of the first sensor by periodically sampling the first sensor and extracting vehicle locations and identification information ; a second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) positioned to sense vehicular traffic in a second predetermined field where said second predetermined field is separated from said first predetermined field ; a second local traffic processor coupled to the second sensor for identifying vehicles within the field of the second sensor by periodically sampling the second sensor and extracting vehicle locations and identification information ; and a wide area traffic flow processor coupled to each local traffic processor for receiving the vehicle location and identification information from each local traffic processor and tracking the identified vehicles ; wherein the wide area traffic flow processor utilizes a predictor algorithm to predict each identified vehicle' ; s location , and utilizes the vehicle location and identification information to correct the predictor model thereby functioning to monitor traffic consisting of all the identified vehicles . US5801943A CLAIM 24 . A method of tracking a first vehicle on a roadway as set forth in claim 23 , wherein a nominal velocity is associated with the second lane segment , and if a second vehicle on the second lane segment is predicted to be within a predetermined spacing (shipment conveyance device) distance of the yield segment at the same time the first vehicle is predicted to arrive at the yield segment , then the velocity associated with the yield segment is set to zero , and otherwise the velocity of the yield segment is set to the nominal velocity of the second lane segment . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device (predetermined spacing) , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (second sensor) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5801943A CLAIM 1 . A traffic surveillance system comprising : a first sensor positioned to sense vehicular traffic in a predetermined first field ; a first local traffic processor coupled to the first sensor for identifying vehicles within the field of the first sensor by periodically sampling the first sensor and extracting vehicle locations and identification information ; a second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) positioned to sense vehicular traffic in a second predetermined field where said second predetermined field is separated from said first predetermined field ; a second local traffic processor coupled to the second sensor for identifying vehicles within the field of the second sensor by periodically sampling the second sensor and extracting vehicle locations and identification information ; and a wide area traffic flow processor coupled to each local traffic processor for receiving the vehicle location and identification information from each local traffic processor and tracking the identified vehicles ; wherein the wide area traffic flow processor utilizes a predictor algorithm to predict each identified vehicle' ; s location , and utilizes the vehicle location and identification information to correct the predictor model thereby functioning to monitor traffic consisting of all the identified vehicles . US5801943A CLAIM 24 . A method of tracking a first vehicle on a roadway as set forth in claim 23 , wherein a nominal velocity is associated with the second lane segment , and if a second vehicle on the second lane segment is predicted to be within a predetermined spacing (shipment conveyance device) distance of the yield segment at the same time the first vehicle is predicted to arrive at the yield segment , then the velocity associated with the yield segment is set to zero , and otherwise the velocity of the yield segment is set to the nominal velocity of the second lane segment . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device (predetermined spacing) , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5801943A CLAIM 24 . A method of tracking a first vehicle on a roadway as set forth in claim 23 , wherein a nominal velocity is associated with the second lane segment , and if a second vehicle on the second lane segment is predicted to be within a predetermined spacing (shipment conveyance device) distance of the yield segment at the same time the first vehicle is predicted to arrive at the yield segment , then the velocity associated with the yield segment is set to zero , and otherwise the velocity of the yield segment is set to the nominal velocity of the second lane segment . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device (predetermined spacing) , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (second sensor) or to a second communication (second sensor) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5801943A CLAIM 1 . A traffic surveillance system comprising : a first sensor positioned to sense vehicular traffic in a predetermined first field ; a first local traffic processor coupled to the first sensor for identifying vehicles within the field of the first sensor by periodically sampling the first sensor and extracting vehicle locations and identification information ; a second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) positioned to sense vehicular traffic in a second predetermined field where said second predetermined field is separated from said first predetermined field ; a second local traffic processor coupled to the second sensor for identifying vehicles within the field of the second sensor by periodically sampling the second sensor and extracting vehicle locations and identification information ; and a wide area traffic flow processor coupled to each local traffic processor for receiving the vehicle location and identification information from each local traffic processor and tracking the identified vehicles ; wherein the wide area traffic flow processor utilizes a predictor algorithm to predict each identified vehicle' ; s location , and utilizes the vehicle location and identification information to correct the predictor model thereby functioning to monitor traffic consisting of all the identified vehicles . US5801943A CLAIM 24 . A method of tracking a first vehicle on a roadway as set forth in claim 23 , wherein a nominal velocity is associated with the second lane segment , and if a second vehicle on the second lane segment is predicted to be within a predetermined spacing (shipment conveyance device) distance of the yield segment at the same time the first vehicle is predicted to arrive at the yield segment , then the velocity associated with the yield segment is set to zero , and otherwise the velocity of the yield segment is set to the nominal velocity of the second lane segment . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 6 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (predetermined spacing) or the apparatus is a shipping container . |
US5801943A CLAIM 24 . A method of tracking a first vehicle on a roadway as set forth in claim 23 , wherein a nominal velocity is associated with the second lane segment , and if a second vehicle on the second lane segment is predicted to be within a predetermined spacing (shipment conveyance device) distance of the yield segment at the same time the first vehicle is predicted to arrive at the yield segment , then the velocity associated with the yield segment is set to zero , and otherwise the velocity of the yield segment is set to the nominal velocity of the second lane segment . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 7 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (predetermined spacing) or the apparatus is a pallet . |
US5801943A CLAIM 24 . A method of tracking a first vehicle on a roadway as set forth in claim 23 , wherein a nominal velocity is associated with the second lane segment , and if a second vehicle on the second lane segment is predicted to be within a predetermined spacing (shipment conveyance device) distance of the yield segment at the same time the first vehicle is predicted to arrive at the yield segment , then the velocity associated with the yield segment is set to zero , and otherwise the velocity of the yield segment is set to the nominal velocity of the second lane segment . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 8 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (predetermined spacing) or the apparatus is a piece of luggage . |
US5801943A CLAIM 24 . A method of tracking a first vehicle on a roadway as set forth in claim 23 , wherein a nominal velocity is associated with the second lane segment , and if a second vehicle on the second lane segment is predicted to be within a predetermined spacing (shipment conveyance device) distance of the yield segment at the same time the first vehicle is predicted to arrive at the yield segment , then the velocity associated with the yield segment is set to zero , and otherwise the velocity of the yield segment is set to the nominal velocity of the second lane segment . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 9 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a display , wherein the display is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device (predetermined spacing) , wherein the display displays or provides information regarding the shipment conveyance device or information regarding a shipment or transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5801943A CLAIM 24 . A method of tracking a first vehicle on a roadway as set forth in claim 23 , wherein a nominal velocity is associated with the second lane segment , and if a second vehicle on the second lane segment is predicted to be within a predetermined spacing (shipment conveyance device) distance of the yield segment at the same time the first vehicle is predicted to arrive at the yield segment , then the velocity associated with the yield segment is set to zero , and otherwise the velocity of the yield segment is set to the nominal velocity of the second lane segment . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 10 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a receiver , wherein the receiver receives the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device (predetermined spacing) . |
US5801943A CLAIM 24 . A method of tracking a first vehicle on a roadway as set forth in claim 23 , wherein a nominal velocity is associated with the second lane segment , and if a second vehicle on the second lane segment is predicted to be within a predetermined spacing (shipment conveyance device) distance of the yield segment at the same time the first vehicle is predicted to arrive at the yield segment , then the velocity associated with the yield segment is set to zero , and otherwise the velocity of the yield segment is set to the nominal velocity of the second lane segment . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 11 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding a stop made by a carrier of the shipment conveyance device (predetermined spacing) or information regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the message contains information regarding an unusual stopping period regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5801943A CLAIM 24 . A method of tracking a first vehicle on a roadway as set forth in claim 23 , wherein a nominal velocity is associated with the second lane segment , and if a second vehicle on the second lane segment is predicted to be within a predetermined spacing (shipment conveyance device) distance of the yield segment at the same time the first vehicle is predicted to arrive at the yield segment , then the velocity associated with the yield segment is set to zero , and otherwise the velocity of the yield segment is set to the nominal velocity of the second lane segment . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device (predetermined spacing) , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5801943A CLAIM 24 . A method of tracking a first vehicle on a roadway as set forth in claim 23 , wherein a nominal velocity is associated with the second lane segment , and if a second vehicle on the second lane segment is predicted to be within a predetermined spacing (shipment conveyance device) distance of the yield segment at the same time the first vehicle is predicted to arrive at the yield segment , then the velocity associated with the yield segment is set to zero , and otherwise the velocity of the yield segment is set to the nominal velocity of the second lane segment . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (second sensor) . |
US5801943A CLAIM 1 . A traffic surveillance system comprising : a first sensor positioned to sense vehicular traffic in a predetermined first field ; a first local traffic processor coupled to the first sensor for identifying vehicles within the field of the first sensor by periodically sampling the first sensor and extracting vehicle locations and identification information ; a second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) positioned to sense vehicular traffic in a second predetermined field where said second predetermined field is separated from said first predetermined field ; a second local traffic processor coupled to the second sensor for identifying vehicles within the field of the second sensor by periodically sampling the second sensor and extracting vehicle locations and identification information ; and a wide area traffic flow processor coupled to each local traffic processor for receiving the vehicle location and identification information from each local traffic processor and tracking the identified vehicles ; wherein the wide area traffic flow processor utilizes a predictor algorithm to predict each identified vehicle' ; s location , and utilizes the vehicle location and identification information to correct the predictor model thereby functioning to monitor traffic consisting of all the identified vehicles . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 15 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of a deviation from a pre-determined shipment or transportation route associated with a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device (predetermined spacing) . |
US5801943A CLAIM 24 . A method of tracking a first vehicle on a roadway as set forth in claim 23 , wherein a nominal velocity is associated with the second lane segment , and if a second vehicle on the second lane segment is predicted to be within a predetermined spacing (shipment conveyance device) distance of the yield segment at the same time the first vehicle is predicted to arrive at the yield segment , then the velocity associated with the yield segment is set to zero , and otherwise the velocity of the yield segment is set to the nominal velocity of the second lane segment . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 16 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of an unauthorized carrier or a wrong carrier shipping or transporting the shipment conveyance device (predetermined spacing) or a detection of an unauthorized receiver of the shipment conveyance device or a wrong receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5801943A CLAIM 24 . A method of tracking a first vehicle on a roadway as set forth in claim 23 , wherein a nominal velocity is associated with the second lane segment , and if a second vehicle on the second lane segment is predicted to be within a predetermined spacing (shipment conveyance device) distance of the yield segment at the same time the first vehicle is predicted to arrive at the yield segment , then the velocity associated with the yield segment is set to zero , and otherwise the velocity of the yield segment is set to the nominal velocity of the second lane segment . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device (predetermined spacing) , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5801943A CLAIM 24 . A method of tracking a first vehicle on a roadway as set forth in claim 23 , wherein a nominal velocity is associated with the second lane segment , and if a second vehicle on the second lane segment is predicted to be within a predetermined spacing (shipment conveyance device) distance of the yield segment at the same time the first vehicle is predicted to arrive at the yield segment , then the velocity associated with the yield segment is set to zero , and otherwise the velocity of the yield segment is set to the nominal velocity of the second lane segment . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 18 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise to an insurance claim regarding the shipment conveyance device (predetermined spacing) , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
US5801943A CLAIM 24 . A method of tracking a first vehicle on a roadway as set forth in claim 23 , wherein a nominal velocity is associated with the second lane segment , and if a second vehicle on the second lane segment is predicted to be within a predetermined spacing (shipment conveyance device) distance of the yield segment at the same time the first vehicle is predicted to arrive at the yield segment , then the velocity associated with the yield segment is set to zero , and otherwise the velocity of the yield segment is set to the nominal velocity of the second lane segment . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 21 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device (predetermined spacing) . |
US5801943A CLAIM 24 . A method of tracking a first vehicle on a roadway as set forth in claim 23 , wherein a nominal velocity is associated with the second lane segment , and if a second vehicle on the second lane segment is predicted to be within a predetermined spacing (shipment conveyance device) distance of the yield segment at the same time the first vehicle is predicted to arrive at the yield segment , then the velocity associated with the yield segment is set to zero , and otherwise the velocity of the yield segment is set to the nominal velocity of the second lane segment . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device (predetermined spacing) , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5801943A CLAIM 24 . A method of tracking a first vehicle on a roadway as set forth in claim 23 , wherein a nominal velocity is associated with the second lane segment , and if a second vehicle on the second lane segment is predicted to be within a predetermined spacing (shipment conveyance device) distance of the yield segment at the same time the first vehicle is predicted to arrive at the yield segment , then the velocity associated with the yield segment is set to zero , and otherwise the velocity of the yield segment is set to the nominal velocity of the second lane segment . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (second sensor) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5801943A CLAIM 1 . A traffic surveillance system comprising : a first sensor positioned to sense vehicular traffic in a predetermined first field ; a first local traffic processor coupled to the first sensor for identifying vehicles within the field of the first sensor by periodically sampling the first sensor and extracting vehicle locations and identification information ; a second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) positioned to sense vehicular traffic in a second predetermined field where said second predetermined field is separated from said first predetermined field ; a second local traffic processor coupled to the second sensor for identifying vehicles within the field of the second sensor by periodically sampling the second sensor and extracting vehicle locations and identification information ; and a wide area traffic flow processor coupled to each local traffic processor for receiving the vehicle location and identification information from each local traffic processor and tracking the identified vehicles ; wherein the wide area traffic flow processor utilizes a predictor algorithm to predict each identified vehicle' ; s location , and utilizes the vehicle location and identification information to correct the predictor model thereby functioning to monitor traffic consisting of all the identified vehicles . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (second sensor) . |
US5801943A CLAIM 1 . A traffic surveillance system comprising : a first sensor positioned to sense vehicular traffic in a predetermined first field ; a first local traffic processor coupled to the first sensor for identifying vehicles within the field of the first sensor by periodically sampling the first sensor and extracting vehicle locations and identification information ; a second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) positioned to sense vehicular traffic in a second predetermined field where said second predetermined field is separated from said first predetermined field ; a second local traffic processor coupled to the second sensor for identifying vehicles within the field of the second sensor by periodically sampling the second sensor and extracting vehicle locations and identification information ; and a wide area traffic flow processor coupled to each local traffic processor for receiving the vehicle location and identification information from each local traffic processor and tracking the identified vehicles ; wherein the wide area traffic flow processor utilizes a predictor algorithm to predict each identified vehicle' ; s location , and utilizes the vehicle location and identification information to correct the predictor model thereby functioning to monitor traffic consisting of all the identified vehicles . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5553609A Filed: 1995-02-09 Issued: 1996-09-10 Intelligent remote visual monitoring system for home health care service (Original Assignee) Indiana University Foundation; Visiting Nurse Service Inc (Current Assignee) Indiana University Research and Technology Corp Yaobin Chen, Thomas G. Mintun |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information (health maintenance) , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (monitoring system) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5553609A CLAIM 1 . A remote monitoring system (processor processes information) for permitting a health care professional to provide health care to a patient in the patient' ; s home from a remote location , said system comprising : a main database system including a first database having patient data stored therein and a second database having health care professional data stored therein ; a supervisory control computer in communication with said main database system , said supervisory control computer having means for assigning at least one patient in said first database to a health care professional in said second database for providing health care thereto ; a master monitoring computer located remote from the patient' ; s home and in communication with said supervisory control computer , said master monitoring computer having a first telephone modem associated therewith for transmitting and receiving data , said master monitoring computer being operable to provide a plurality of operator command signals at said first modem in response to a corresponding plurality of operator commands provided by the health care professional ; and a slave monitoring computer located in the patient' ; s home , said slave monitoring computer having a second telephone modem associated therewith for transmitting and receiving data , said slave monitoring system being in communication with said master monitoring computer via a telephone link established between said first and second modems , said slave monitoring computer being responsive to said plurality of operator command signals to transmit real-time multimedia data relating to the patient to said master monitoring computer ; wherein the health care professional may provide real-time health care to the patient in the patient' ; s home from a remote location . US5553609A CLAIM 10 . The system of claim 9 wherein said health care information includes various health maintenance (delivery time information) functions to be monitored by the health care professional . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (monitoring system) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5553609A CLAIM 1 . A remote monitoring system (processor processes information) for permitting a health care professional to provide health care to a patient in the patient' ; s home from a remote location , said system comprising : a main database system including a first database having patient data stored therein and a second database having health care professional data stored therein ; a supervisory control computer in communication with said main database system , said supervisory control computer having means for assigning at least one patient in said first database to a health care professional in said second database for providing health care thereto ; a master monitoring computer located remote from the patient' ; s home and in communication with said supervisory control computer , said master monitoring computer having a first telephone modem associated therewith for transmitting and receiving data , said master monitoring computer being operable to provide a plurality of operator command signals at said first modem in response to a corresponding plurality of operator commands provided by the health care professional ; and a slave monitoring computer located in the patient' ; s home , said slave monitoring computer having a second telephone modem associated therewith for transmitting and receiving data , said slave monitoring system being in communication with said master monitoring computer via a telephone link established between said first and second modems , said slave monitoring computer being responsive to said plurality of operator command signals to transmit real-time multimedia data relating to the patient to said master monitoring computer ; wherein the health care professional may provide real-time health care to the patient in the patient' ; s home from a remote location . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information (health maintenance) , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5553609A CLAIM 10 . The system of claim 9 wherein said health care information includes various health maintenance (delivery time information) functions to be monitored by the health care professional . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information (health maintenance) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5553609A CLAIM 10 . The system of claim 9 wherein said health care information includes various health maintenance (delivery time information) functions to be monitored by the health care professional . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (command signal) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5553609A CLAIM 1 . A remote monitoring system for permitting a health care professional to provide health care to a patient in the patient' ; s home from a remote location , said system comprising : a main database system including a first database having patient data stored therein and a second database having health care professional data stored therein ; a supervisory control computer in communication with said main database system , said supervisory control computer having means for assigning at least one patient in said first database to a health care professional in said second database for providing health care thereto ; a master monitoring computer located remote from the patient' ; s home and in communication with said supervisory control computer , said master monitoring computer having a first telephone modem associated therewith for transmitting and receiving data , said master monitoring computer being operable to provide a plurality of operator command signal (input device) s at said first modem in response to a corresponding plurality of operator commands provided by the health care professional ; and a slave monitoring computer located in the patient' ; s home , said slave monitoring computer having a second telephone modem associated therewith for transmitting and receiving data , said slave monitoring system being in communication with said master monitoring computer via a telephone link established between said first and second modems , said slave monitoring computer being responsive to said plurality of operator command signals to transmit real-time multimedia data relating to the patient to said master monitoring computer ; wherein the health care professional may provide real-time health care to the patient in the patient' ; s home from a remote location . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (monitoring system) regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5553609A CLAIM 1 . A remote monitoring system (processor processes information) for permitting a health care professional to provide health care to a patient in the patient' ; s home from a remote location , said system comprising : a main database system including a first database having patient data stored therein and a second database having health care professional data stored therein ; a supervisory control computer in communication with said main database system , said supervisory control computer having means for assigning at least one patient in said first database to a health care professional in said second database for providing health care thereto ; a master monitoring computer located remote from the patient' ; s home and in communication with said supervisory control computer , said master monitoring computer having a first telephone modem associated therewith for transmitting and receiving data , said master monitoring computer being operable to provide a plurality of operator command signals at said first modem in response to a corresponding plurality of operator commands provided by the health care professional ; and a slave monitoring computer located in the patient' ; s home , said slave monitoring computer having a second telephone modem associated therewith for transmitting and receiving data , said slave monitoring system being in communication with said master monitoring computer via a telephone link established between said first and second modems , said slave monitoring computer being responsive to said plurality of operator command signals to transmit real-time multimedia data relating to the patient to said master monitoring computer ; wherein the health care professional may provide real-time health care to the patient in the patient' ; s home from a remote location . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (command signal) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5553609A CLAIM 1 . A remote monitoring system for permitting a health care professional to provide health care to a patient in the patient' ; s home from a remote location , said system comprising : a main database system including a first database having patient data stored therein and a second database having health care professional data stored therein ; a supervisory control computer in communication with said main database system , said supervisory control computer having means for assigning at least one patient in said first database to a health care professional in said second database for providing health care thereto ; a master monitoring computer located remote from the patient' ; s home and in communication with said supervisory control computer , said master monitoring computer having a first telephone modem associated therewith for transmitting and receiving data , said master monitoring computer being operable to provide a plurality of operator command signal (input device) s at said first modem in response to a corresponding plurality of operator commands provided by the health care professional ; and a slave monitoring computer located in the patient' ; s home , said slave monitoring computer having a second telephone modem associated therewith for transmitting and receiving data , said slave monitoring system being in communication with said master monitoring computer via a telephone link established between said first and second modems , said slave monitoring computer being responsive to said plurality of operator command signals to transmit real-time multimedia data relating to the patient to said master monitoring computer ; wherein the health care professional may provide real-time health care to the patient in the patient' ; s home from a remote location . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5572438A Filed: 1995-01-05 Issued: 1996-11-05 Engery management and building automation system (Original Assignee) TECO Energy Management Services (Current Assignee) ELUTIONS Inc ; TECO Energy Management Services Gregory A. Ehlers, Robert D. Howerton, Gary E. Speegle |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (customer premises) , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information (executing instructions) , delivery instruction information , invoice information (predetermined times) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5572438A CLAIM 1 . A first microcomputer for use in conjunction with a second microcomputer to control the operation of a plurality of electrical loads in a customer premises (shipper information) , comprising : a first processor unit ; a first memory unit ; means for receiving from the second microcomputer commands to schedule events concerning the operation of loads ; means operable in cooperation with the first processor unit for collecting and storing in the first memory data describing historical power or energy usage by the customer ; and means operable under control of the first processor unit for transmitting to load control modules message to effectuate said scheduled events . US5572438A CLAIM 12 . A system for controlling the operation of an electrical load to connect said load to and disconnect said load from electrical mains under specified conditions , comprising : a . a first microcomputer including a first processor and first memory connected to intercommunicate and a first control program to control the execution of operations by the first microcomputer ; b . a second microcomputer including a second processor and second memory connected to intercommunicate , user means for a user to provide input data and a second control program to control the execution of operations by the second microcomputer ; c . at least one load control module which controls the condition of the load responsive to instructions from the first microcomputer , including at least instructions to connect the load to electrical mains and to disconnect the load from electrical mains ; d . a communications channel ; e . the first and second microcomputers and the load control module all being adapted to intercommunicate via the communications channel whereby the first microcomputer sends instructions to the load control module via the communications channel ; f . responsive to input data provided to the second microcomputer by the user , the first computer program causing the first microcomputer to execute instructions which build in the first memory a database including for at least specified loads a user-supplied maximum rate the user is willing to pay for energy to operate the load ; g . means for receiving from a energy provider an energy rate charge for operation of the load ; and h . the first microcomputer executing instructions (instruction information, handling instruction information) in the first computer program to obtain from the database said user-supplied maximum rate , to compare said maximum rate to the rate charge received from the electrical energy provider , and to send to the load control module instructions to disconnect the load from the electrical mains if and when the received rate exceeds the maximum rate . US5572438A CLAIM 20 . A system for metering and controlling the operation of an electrical load at a premises to connect said load to and disconnect said load from electrical mains at determined times and to meter energy usage by said load , comprising : a . a first microcomputer adapted to be sited in the vicinity of the premises , including a first processor and first memory connected to intercommunicate and a first control program to control the execution of operations by the first microcomputer ; b . a second microcomputer for siting in the vicinity of the premises , including a second processor and second memory connected to intercommunicate , user means for a user to provide input data and a second control program to control the execution of operations by the second microcomputer ; c . at least one load control module which controls the condition of the load responsive to instructions from the first microcomputer , including at least instructions to connect the load to electrical mains and to disconnect the load from electrical mains ; d . a communications channel ; e . the first and second microcomputers and the load control module all being adapted to intercommunicate via the communications channel whereby the first microcomputer sends instructions to the load control module via the communications channel ; f . responsive to input data provided to the second microcomputer by the user , the first computer program causing the first microcomputer to execute instructions which build in the first memory a database of load events to occur at predetermined times (invoice information) ; g . the first microcomputer executing instructions in the first computer program to obtain from the database said load events at said predetermined times and executing corresponding instructions to send to the load control module instructions to connect the load to or disconnect the load from electrical mains ; h . the second microcomputer including a database of load events to occur at predetermined times ; i . an electrical energy consumption metering subsystem for metering , during successive determined intervals , the electrical energy consumed by the loads connected to the mains and for supplying a value for the energy metered , wherein the first microcomputer is operated to obtain from the metering subsystem and store in the database of the first microcomputer said metered values , indexed according to the succession of intervals ; and wherein the second microcomputer is operated from time to time , when it is turned on , to transmit to the first microcomputer a request for a predetermined number of said metered values ; the first microcomputer is operated , in response to receiving said request , to transmit to the second microcomputer any of said predetermined number of metered values not previously sent to the second microcomputer ; and the second microcomputer , in response to receiving said metered values , modifies its database by adding thereto corresponding entries . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (customer premises) , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information (executing instructions) , delivery instruction information , invoice information (predetermined times) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5572438A CLAIM 1 . A first microcomputer for use in conjunction with a second microcomputer to control the operation of a plurality of electrical loads in a customer premises (shipper information) , comprising : a first processor unit ; a first memory unit ; means for receiving from the second microcomputer commands to schedule events concerning the operation of loads ; means operable in cooperation with the first processor unit for collecting and storing in the first memory data describing historical power or energy usage by the customer ; and means operable under control of the first processor unit for transmitting to load control modules message to effectuate said scheduled events . US5572438A CLAIM 12 . A system for controlling the operation of an electrical load to connect said load to and disconnect said load from electrical mains under specified conditions , comprising : a . a first microcomputer including a first processor and first memory connected to intercommunicate and a first control program to control the execution of operations by the first microcomputer ; b . a second microcomputer including a second processor and second memory connected to intercommunicate , user means for a user to provide input data and a second control program to control the execution of operations by the second microcomputer ; c . at least one load control module which controls the condition of the load responsive to instructions from the first microcomputer , including at least instructions to connect the load to electrical mains and to disconnect the load from electrical mains ; d . a communications channel ; e . the first and second microcomputers and the load control module all being adapted to intercommunicate via the communications channel whereby the first microcomputer sends instructions to the load control module via the communications channel ; f . responsive to input data provided to the second microcomputer by the user , the first computer program causing the first microcomputer to execute instructions which build in the first memory a database including for at least specified loads a user-supplied maximum rate the user is willing to pay for energy to operate the load ; g . means for receiving from a energy provider an energy rate charge for operation of the load ; and h . the first microcomputer executing instructions (instruction information, handling instruction information) in the first computer program to obtain from the database said user-supplied maximum rate , to compare said maximum rate to the rate charge received from the electrical energy provider , and to send to the load control module instructions to disconnect the load from the electrical mains if and when the received rate exceeds the maximum rate . US5572438A CLAIM 20 . A system for metering and controlling the operation of an electrical load at a premises to connect said load to and disconnect said load from electrical mains at determined times and to meter energy usage by said load , comprising : a . a first microcomputer adapted to be sited in the vicinity of the premises , including a first processor and first memory connected to intercommunicate and a first control program to control the execution of operations by the first microcomputer ; b . a second microcomputer for siting in the vicinity of the premises , including a second processor and second memory connected to intercommunicate , user means for a user to provide input data and a second control program to control the execution of operations by the second microcomputer ; c . at least one load control module which controls the condition of the load responsive to instructions from the first microcomputer , including at least instructions to connect the load to electrical mains and to disconnect the load from electrical mains ; d . a communications channel ; e . the first and second microcomputers and the load control module all being adapted to intercommunicate via the communications channel whereby the first microcomputer sends instructions to the load control module via the communications channel ; f . responsive to input data provided to the second microcomputer by the user , the first computer program causing the first microcomputer to execute instructions which build in the first memory a database of load events to occur at predetermined times (invoice information) ; g . the first microcomputer executing instructions in the first computer program to obtain from the database said load events at said predetermined times and executing corresponding instructions to send to the load control module instructions to connect the load to or disconnect the load from electrical mains ; h . the second microcomputer including a database of load events to occur at predetermined times ; i . an electrical energy consumption metering subsystem for metering , during successive determined intervals , the electrical energy consumed by the loads connected to the mains and for supplying a value for the energy metered , wherein the first microcomputer is operated to obtain from the metering subsystem and store in the database of the first microcomputer said metered values , indexed according to the succession of intervals ; and wherein the second microcomputer is operated from time to time , when it is turned on , to transmit to the first microcomputer a request for a predetermined number of said metered values ; the first microcomputer is operated , in response to receiving said request , to transmit to the second microcomputer any of said predetermined number of metered values not previously sent to the second microcomputer ; and the second microcomputer , in response to receiving said metered values , modifies its database by adding thereto corresponding entries . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information (customer premises) regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information (executing instructions) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (predetermined times) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5572438A CLAIM 1 . A first microcomputer for use in conjunction with a second microcomputer to control the operation of a plurality of electrical loads in a customer premises (shipper information) , comprising : a first processor unit ; a first memory unit ; means for receiving from the second microcomputer commands to schedule events concerning the operation of loads ; means operable in cooperation with the first processor unit for collecting and storing in the first memory data describing historical power or energy usage by the customer ; and means operable under control of the first processor unit for transmitting to load control modules message to effectuate said scheduled events . US5572438A CLAIM 12 . A system for controlling the operation of an electrical load to connect said load to and disconnect said load from electrical mains under specified conditions , comprising : a . a first microcomputer including a first processor and first memory connected to intercommunicate and a first control program to control the execution of operations by the first microcomputer ; b . a second microcomputer including a second processor and second memory connected to intercommunicate , user means for a user to provide input data and a second control program to control the execution of operations by the second microcomputer ; c . at least one load control module which controls the condition of the load responsive to instructions from the first microcomputer , including at least instructions to connect the load to electrical mains and to disconnect the load from electrical mains ; d . a communications channel ; e . the first and second microcomputers and the load control module all being adapted to intercommunicate via the communications channel whereby the first microcomputer sends instructions to the load control module via the communications channel ; f . responsive to input data provided to the second microcomputer by the user , the first computer program causing the first microcomputer to execute instructions which build in the first memory a database including for at least specified loads a user-supplied maximum rate the user is willing to pay for energy to operate the load ; g . means for receiving from a energy provider an energy rate charge for operation of the load ; and h . the first microcomputer executing instructions (instruction information, handling instruction information) in the first computer program to obtain from the database said user-supplied maximum rate , to compare said maximum rate to the rate charge received from the electrical energy provider , and to send to the load control module instructions to disconnect the load from the electrical mains if and when the received rate exceeds the maximum rate . US5572438A CLAIM 20 . A system for metering and controlling the operation of an electrical load at a premises to connect said load to and disconnect said load from electrical mains at determined times and to meter energy usage by said load , comprising : a . a first microcomputer adapted to be sited in the vicinity of the premises , including a first processor and first memory connected to intercommunicate and a first control program to control the execution of operations by the first microcomputer ; b . a second microcomputer for siting in the vicinity of the premises , including a second processor and second memory connected to intercommunicate , user means for a user to provide input data and a second control program to control the execution of operations by the second microcomputer ; c . at least one load control module which controls the condition of the load responsive to instructions from the first microcomputer , including at least instructions to connect the load to electrical mains and to disconnect the load from electrical mains ; d . a communications channel ; e . the first and second microcomputers and the load control module all being adapted to intercommunicate via the communications channel whereby the first microcomputer sends instructions to the load control module via the communications channel ; f . responsive to input data provided to the second microcomputer by the user , the first computer program causing the first microcomputer to execute instructions which build in the first memory a database of load events to occur at predetermined times (invoice information) ; g . the first microcomputer executing instructions in the first computer program to obtain from the database said load events at said predetermined times and executing corresponding instructions to send to the load control module instructions to connect the load to or disconnect the load from electrical mains ; h . the second microcomputer including a database of load events to occur at predetermined times ; i . an electrical energy consumption metering subsystem for metering , during successive determined intervals , the electrical energy consumed by the loads connected to the mains and for supplying a value for the energy metered , wherein the first microcomputer is operated to obtain from the metering subsystem and store in the database of the first microcomputer said metered values , indexed according to the succession of intervals ; and wherein the second microcomputer is operated from time to time , when it is turned on , to transmit to the first microcomputer a request for a predetermined number of said metered values ; the first microcomputer is operated , in response to receiving said request , to transmit to the second microcomputer any of said predetermined number of metered values not previously sent to the second microcomputer ; and the second microcomputer , in response to receiving said metered values , modifies its database by adding thereto corresponding entries . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (historical data) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5572438A CLAIM 3 . The first microcomputer of claim 1 further including means for reading a watt-hour meter which meters the consumption of energy at the premises , the historical data (sensor monitors) including data obtained by reading the watt-hour meter . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (historical data) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5572438A CLAIM 3 . The first microcomputer of claim 1 further including means for reading a watt-hour meter which meters the consumption of energy at the premises , the historical data (sensor monitors) including data obtained by reading the watt-hour meter . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5903226A Filed: 1995-01-03 Issued: 1999-05-11 Trainable RF system for remotely controlling household appliances (Original Assignee) Prince Corp USA (Current Assignee) Gentex Corp ; Johnson Controls Technology Co Michael J. Suman, Paul S. Van Lente, Mark L. Zeinstra, William S. De Vree |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (said receiver) , shipper information (output signals, remote radio) , destination information , receiver information (remote control transmitter, frequency signals) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (output signals, remote radio) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5903226A CLAIM 1 . A system for remotely controlling the operation of household lamps comprising : a control module including a receiver for detecting control signals from a trainable remote radio (input device, shipper information, invoice information) frequency transmitter , said receiver (sender information) responsive to the frequency and signal format of a plurality of different control signals to associate a respective operation with each of said control signals , said control module adapted to be coupled to AC power conductors and provide a lamp control signal for application to the AC power conductors in response to the reception of a control signal ; at least one remote circuit module for connection to AC power conductors for receiving said lamp control signal from said control module through the AC power conductors for the actuation of a lamp coupled to said remote circuit module ; and a trainable remote radio frequency transmitter including an input circuit for receiving a radio frequency signal having a carrier frequency between 200 and 400 MHz transmitted by a remote control transmitter (receiver information) , a controller coupled to said input circuit for learning the carrier frequency of the received radio frequency signal and for storing signal characteristics data representing the learned carrier frequency and the data code of the received radio frequency signal , and an output circuit coupled to said controller for receiving the stored signal characteristics data , generating an RF activation signal having the carrier frequency and data code of the received radio frequency signal , and transmitting the RF activation signal to said control module for controlling a household lamp . US5903226A CLAIM 4 . A frequency and code trainable system for controlling the operation of household appliances comprising : a control module including a code trainable receiver for detecting control signals from a trainable remote radio frequency transmitter , said receiver responsive to the code of a plurality of different control signals to associate a respective operation with each of said control signals , said control module adapted to be coupled to the AC power conductors of a house for providing appliance control signals to the AC power conductors ; a plurality of remote circuit modules for connection to AC power conductors of a house for receiving said appliance control signal from the control module through the AC power conductors for the actuation of an appliance coupled to said remote circuit module in response to a control signal associated with a particular one of said remote circuit modules ; a source of radio frequency signals (receiver information) ; and a trainable remote radio frequency transmitter including an input circuit for receiving a radio frequency signal having a carrier frequency between 200 and 400 MHz transmitted by said source of radio frequency signals , a controller coupled to said input circuit for learning the carrier frequency of the received radio frequency signal and for storing signal characteristics data representing the learned carrier frequency and the data code of the received radio frequency signal , and an output circuit coupled to said controller for receiving the stored signal characteristics data , generating an RF activation signal having the carrier frequency and data code of the received radio frequency signal , and transmitting the RF activation signal to said control module for controlling a household appliance . US5903226A CLAIM 9 . The trainable transceiver as defined in claim 6 , wherein said controller is coupled to an electronically adjustable mirror for control of the reflectivity thereof in response to output signals (input device, shipper information, invoice information) received from at least one ambient light sensor coupled to said controller , said controller also coupled to a compass circuit for receiving vehicle heading information and to a display for displaying the vehicle heading to occupants of the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (said receiver) , shipper information (output signals, remote radio) , destination information , receiver information (remote control transmitter, frequency signals) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (output signals, remote radio) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5903226A CLAIM 1 . A system for remotely controlling the operation of household lamps comprising : a control module including a receiver for detecting control signals from a trainable remote radio (input device, shipper information, invoice information) frequency transmitter , said receiver (sender information) responsive to the frequency and signal format of a plurality of different control signals to associate a respective operation with each of said control signals , said control module adapted to be coupled to AC power conductors and provide a lamp control signal for application to the AC power conductors in response to the reception of a control signal ; at least one remote circuit module for connection to AC power conductors for receiving said lamp control signal from said control module through the AC power conductors for the actuation of a lamp coupled to said remote circuit module ; and a trainable remote radio frequency transmitter including an input circuit for receiving a radio frequency signal having a carrier frequency between 200 and 400 MHz transmitted by a remote control transmitter (receiver information) , a controller coupled to said input circuit for learning the carrier frequency of the received radio frequency signal and for storing signal characteristics data representing the learned carrier frequency and the data code of the received radio frequency signal , and an output circuit coupled to said controller for receiving the stored signal characteristics data , generating an RF activation signal having the carrier frequency and data code of the received radio frequency signal , and transmitting the RF activation signal to said control module for controlling a household lamp . US5903226A CLAIM 4 . A frequency and code trainable system for controlling the operation of household appliances comprising : a control module including a code trainable receiver for detecting control signals from a trainable remote radio frequency transmitter , said receiver responsive to the code of a plurality of different control signals to associate a respective operation with each of said control signals , said control module adapted to be coupled to the AC power conductors of a house for providing appliance control signals to the AC power conductors ; a plurality of remote circuit modules for connection to AC power conductors of a house for receiving said appliance control signal from the control module through the AC power conductors for the actuation of an appliance coupled to said remote circuit module in response to a control signal associated with a particular one of said remote circuit modules ; a source of radio frequency signals (receiver information) ; and a trainable remote radio frequency transmitter including an input circuit for receiving a radio frequency signal having a carrier frequency between 200 and 400 MHz transmitted by said source of radio frequency signals , a controller coupled to said input circuit for learning the carrier frequency of the received radio frequency signal and for storing signal characteristics data representing the learned carrier frequency and the data code of the received radio frequency signal , and an output circuit coupled to said controller for receiving the stored signal characteristics data , generating an RF activation signal having the carrier frequency and data code of the received radio frequency signal , and transmitting the RF activation signal to said control module for controlling a household appliance . US5903226A CLAIM 9 . The trainable transceiver as defined in claim 6 , wherein said controller is coupled to an electronically adjustable mirror for control of the reflectivity thereof in response to output signals (input device, shipper information, invoice information) received from at least one ambient light sensor coupled to said controller , said controller also coupled to a compass circuit for receiving vehicle heading information and to a display for displaying the vehicle heading to occupants of the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (said receiver) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information (output signals, remote radio) regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (remote control transmitter, frequency signals) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (output signals, remote radio) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5903226A CLAIM 1 . A system for remotely controlling the operation of household lamps comprising : a control module including a receiver for detecting control signals from a trainable remote radio (input device, shipper information, invoice information) frequency transmitter , said receiver (sender information) responsive to the frequency and signal format of a plurality of different control signals to associate a respective operation with each of said control signals , said control module adapted to be coupled to AC power conductors and provide a lamp control signal for application to the AC power conductors in response to the reception of a control signal ; at least one remote circuit module for connection to AC power conductors for receiving said lamp control signal from said control module through the AC power conductors for the actuation of a lamp coupled to said remote circuit module ; and a trainable remote radio frequency transmitter including an input circuit for receiving a radio frequency signal having a carrier frequency between 200 and 400 MHz transmitted by a remote control transmitter (receiver information) , a controller coupled to said input circuit for learning the carrier frequency of the received radio frequency signal and for storing signal characteristics data representing the learned carrier frequency and the data code of the received radio frequency signal , and an output circuit coupled to said controller for receiving the stored signal characteristics data , generating an RF activation signal having the carrier frequency and data code of the received radio frequency signal , and transmitting the RF activation signal to said control module for controlling a household lamp . US5903226A CLAIM 4 . A frequency and code trainable system for controlling the operation of household appliances comprising : a control module including a code trainable receiver for detecting control signals from a trainable remote radio frequency transmitter , said receiver responsive to the code of a plurality of different control signals to associate a respective operation with each of said control signals , said control module adapted to be coupled to the AC power conductors of a house for providing appliance control signals to the AC power conductors ; a plurality of remote circuit modules for connection to AC power conductors of a house for receiving said appliance control signal from the control module through the AC power conductors for the actuation of an appliance coupled to said remote circuit module in response to a control signal associated with a particular one of said remote circuit modules ; a source of radio frequency signals (receiver information) ; and a trainable remote radio frequency transmitter including an input circuit for receiving a radio frequency signal having a carrier frequency between 200 and 400 MHz transmitted by said source of radio frequency signals , a controller coupled to said input circuit for learning the carrier frequency of the received radio frequency signal and for storing signal characteristics data representing the learned carrier frequency and the data code of the received radio frequency signal , and an output circuit coupled to said controller for receiving the stored signal characteristics data , generating an RF activation signal having the carrier frequency and data code of the received radio frequency signal , and transmitting the RF activation signal to said control module for controlling a household appliance . US5903226A CLAIM 9 . The trainable transceiver as defined in claim 6 , wherein said controller is coupled to an electronically adjustable mirror for control of the reflectivity thereof in response to output signals (input device, shipper information, invoice information) received from at least one ambient light sensor coupled to said controller , said controller also coupled to a compass circuit for receiving vehicle heading information and to a display for displaying the vehicle heading to occupants of the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (output signals, remote radio) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5903226A CLAIM 1 . A system for remotely controlling the operation of household lamps comprising : a control module including a receiver for detecting control signals from a trainable remote radio (input device, shipper information, invoice information) frequency transmitter , said receiver responsive to the frequency and signal format of a plurality of different control signals to associate a respective operation with each of said control signals , said control module adapted to be coupled to AC power conductors and provide a lamp control signal for application to the AC power conductors in response to the reception of a control signal ; at least one remote circuit module for connection to AC power conductors for receiving said lamp control signal from said control module through the AC power conductors for the actuation of a lamp coupled to said remote circuit module ; and a trainable remote radio frequency transmitter including an input circuit for receiving a radio frequency signal having a carrier frequency between 200 and 400 MHz transmitted by a remote control transmitter , a controller coupled to said input circuit for learning the carrier frequency of the received radio frequency signal and for storing signal characteristics data representing the learned carrier frequency and the data code of the received radio frequency signal , and an output circuit coupled to said controller for receiving the stored signal characteristics data , generating an RF activation signal having the carrier frequency and data code of the received radio frequency signal , and transmitting the RF activation signal to said control module for controlling a household lamp . US5903226A CLAIM 9 . The trainable transceiver as defined in claim 6 , wherein said controller is coupled to an electronically adjustable mirror for control of the reflectivity thereof in response to output signals (input device, shipper information, invoice information) received from at least one ambient light sensor coupled to said controller , said controller also coupled to a compass circuit for receiving vehicle heading information and to a display for displaying the vehicle heading to occupants of the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (output signals, remote radio) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5903226A CLAIM 1 . A system for remotely controlling the operation of household lamps comprising : a control module including a receiver for detecting control signals from a trainable remote radio (input device, shipper information, invoice information) frequency transmitter , said receiver responsive to the frequency and signal format of a plurality of different control signals to associate a respective operation with each of said control signals , said control module adapted to be coupled to AC power conductors and provide a lamp control signal for application to the AC power conductors in response to the reception of a control signal ; at least one remote circuit module for connection to AC power conductors for receiving said lamp control signal from said control module through the AC power conductors for the actuation of a lamp coupled to said remote circuit module ; and a trainable remote radio frequency transmitter including an input circuit for receiving a radio frequency signal having a carrier frequency between 200 and 400 MHz transmitted by a remote control transmitter , a controller coupled to said input circuit for learning the carrier frequency of the received radio frequency signal and for storing signal characteristics data representing the learned carrier frequency and the data code of the received radio frequency signal , and an output circuit coupled to said controller for receiving the stored signal characteristics data , generating an RF activation signal having the carrier frequency and data code of the received radio frequency signal , and transmitting the RF activation signal to said control module for controlling a household lamp . US5903226A CLAIM 9 . The trainable transceiver as defined in claim 6 , wherein said controller is coupled to an electronically adjustable mirror for control of the reflectivity thereof in response to output signals (input device, shipper information, invoice information) received from at least one ambient light sensor coupled to said controller , said controller also coupled to a compass circuit for receiving vehicle heading information and to a display for displaying the vehicle heading to occupants of the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5568535A Filed: 1994-11-23 Issued: 1996-10-22 Alarm system for enclosed area (Original Assignee) Trackmobile LLC (Current Assignee) Trackmobile LLC Eliezer A. Sheffer, Shiv P. Verma |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (said sensors) , sender information (receiver means) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information (ASCII data) , delivery instruction information (said sensors) , invoice information , packing slip information (normal mode) , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (sensor output) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5568535A CLAIM 1 . A combined cellular phone and alarm device , comprising : a cellular phone transceiver means for receiving and transmitting wireless cellular telephone signals via a cellular telephone network ; an alarm signal receiver means (sender information) having at least one digital input for connection to a sensor for detecting an emergency condition in an enclosed area , and a digital alarm output in response to detection of said emergency condition ; a signal processing unit linked to the alarm signal receiver means output for generating an alarm signal in response to said alarm output , the alarm signal comprising a computer-readable ASCII digital data packet in RS-232 protocol ; control means responsive to said alarm output for establishing a wireless link to a predetermined central monitoring station via said cellular telephone network on detection of said emergency condition ; an RS-232 compatible modem linked to said signal processing unit and having an RS-232 input for receiving said digital data packet and a signal output linked to said transceiver means , said modem comprising means for converting said ASCII digital data packet to a wireless transmittable form ; a cellular phone handset linked to said transceiver means ; said signal processing unit further comprising means for operating the device as a conventional cellular phone in a normal mode (packing slip information) when no emergency is detected , and for converting the device to an alarm mode when an emergency is detected , in which conventional cellular communications are discontinued , said alarm signal is generated , and said wireless alarm signal is transmitted via said link over said cellular telephone network ; and said processing unit further including voice/data integration means for controlling said transceiver means to transmit voice signals and said converted ASCII digital data packet simultaneously over the same wireless link and at the same time . US5568535A CLAIM 7 . An alarm system , comprising a plurality of sensors for detecting different types of emergencies within an enclosed site , each sensor having a sensor output (communication device) dependent on the status of the sensor ; an alarm unit at said site linked to said sensors (origination information, delivery instruction information) for detecting the sensor outputs and for producing and transmitting an alarm signal on detection of an emergency condition by any of said sensors ; a remote central monitoring station for receiving and processing alarm signals ; the alarm unit including signal processor means for detecting an alarm condition and determining the type of alarm detected , signal generating means responsive to said signal processor means for generating said alarm signal , said alarm signal comprising a digital data packet in computer-readable , ASCII format with RS-232 protocol , a first modem for receiving said digital data packet and converting the data packet to a wireless transmittable format , transceiver means for receiving and transmitting wireless signals via a wireless telephone network , said transceiver means being linked to said signal processor means and said modem , and a wireless telephone handset linked to said transceiver means ; said alarm unit further including control means for controlling said transceiver means to operate in a normal mode for normal wireless telephone communications via said handset when no emergency has been detected , and to operate in an alarm mode on detection of an emergency condition , said control means controlling said transceiver means in said alarm mode to establish a wireless link to said central monitoring station and to transmit said alarm signal to said central monitoring station after detection of an emergency ; said remote central monitoring station including a second , RS-232 compatible modem for directly receiving said transmitted alarm signal and converting said alarm signal directly to a computer-readable format , and a computer linked to said second modem for determining the type and location of the emergency based on said received alarm signal ; said control means further comprising means for controlling said transceiver means to transmit voice and said ASCII digital data packet simultaneously in real time over the same wireless link ; and said remote monitoring station having a voice/data switch for receiving incoming voice and said ASCII digital data packet via said link and for separating voice from said ASCII digital data packet , the switch having a voice output for connection to telephone earphones and a data output directly connected to said second modem . US5568535A CLAIM 9 . A method of monitoring an enclosed area for emergency conditions and providing an alarm signal to a remote monitoring station in the event of detection of an emergency condition , comprising the steps of : providing a plurality of sensors for detecting different types of emergency in the enclosed area ; connecting the sensor outputs to an alarm processing unit ; receiving the sensor outputs in the alarm processing unit and monitoring the outputs ; generating said alarm signal when at least one of the sensor outputs indicates the presence of an emergency condition , the generated alarm signal comprising an ASCII digital data packet of computer-readable data in RS-232 format ; using a first RS-232 compatible modem to convert the alarm signal to a wireless transmittable form ; controlling a transceiver to establish a wireless connection to the remote monitoring station ; transmitting the converted alarm signal via the wireless connection to the remote monitoring station ; connecting the transceiver in the alarm unit to a wireless telephone handset , operating the alarm processing unit in a normal mode when no emergency condition has been detected , whereby normal wireless telephone communications can be carried out using said handset , and operating the alarm processing unit in an alarm mode when an emergency condition has been detected to generate and transmit said alarm signal ; using a second RS-232 compatible modem at the remote monitoring station to receive the transmitted signal and convert it directly back to computer-readable , ASCII data (instruction information) in RS-232 format ; providing the reconverted data to a computer for analyzing the alarm signal and providing information on site and type of emergency to an operator at the monitoring station ; and controlling said transceiver means in said alarm mode to transmit audio signals received by said telephone handset together with said ASCII digital data packet on the same wireless connection at the same time to said remote monitoring station , said received audio signals being transmitted real time together with said ASCII digital data packet , separating said audio signals from said ASCII digital data packet at said monitoring station , providing said audio signals to an earphone unit and providing said ASCII digital data packet directly to said second modem for conversion back to computer-readable format . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (sensor output) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5568535A CLAIM 7 . An alarm system , comprising a plurality of sensors for detecting different types of emergencies within an enclosed site , each sensor having a sensor output (communication device) dependent on the status of the sensor ; an alarm unit at said site linked to said sensors for detecting the sensor outputs and for producing and transmitting an alarm signal on detection of an emergency condition by any of said sensors ; a remote central monitoring station for receiving and processing alarm signals ; the alarm unit including signal processor means for detecting an alarm condition and determining the type of alarm detected , signal generating means responsive to said signal processor means for generating said alarm signal , said alarm signal comprising a digital data packet in computer-readable , ASCII format with RS-232 protocol , a first modem for receiving said digital data packet and converting the data packet to a wireless transmittable format , transceiver means for receiving and transmitting wireless signals via a wireless telephone network , said transceiver means being linked to said signal processor means and said modem , and a wireless telephone handset linked to said transceiver means ; said alarm unit further including control means for controlling said transceiver means to operate in a normal mode for normal wireless telephone communications via said handset when no emergency has been detected , and to operate in an alarm mode on detection of an emergency condition , said control means controlling said transceiver means in said alarm mode to establish a wireless link to said central monitoring station and to transmit said alarm signal to said central monitoring station after detection of an emergency ; said remote central monitoring station including a second , RS-232 compatible modem for directly receiving said transmitted alarm signal and converting said alarm signal directly to a computer-readable format , and a computer linked to said second modem for determining the type and location of the emergency based on said received alarm signal ; said control means further comprising means for controlling said transceiver means to transmit voice and said ASCII digital data packet simultaneously in real time over the same wireless link ; and said remote monitoring station having a voice/data switch for receiving incoming voice and said ASCII digital data packet via said link and for separating voice from said ASCII digital data packet , the switch having a voice output for connection to telephone earphones and a data output directly connected to said second modem . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (said sensors) , sender information (receiver means) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information (ASCII data) , delivery instruction information (said sensors) , invoice information , packing slip information (normal mode) , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5568535A CLAIM 1 . A combined cellular phone and alarm device , comprising : a cellular phone transceiver means for receiving and transmitting wireless cellular telephone signals via a cellular telephone network ; an alarm signal receiver means (sender information) having at least one digital input for connection to a sensor for detecting an emergency condition in an enclosed area , and a digital alarm output in response to detection of said emergency condition ; a signal processing unit linked to the alarm signal receiver means output for generating an alarm signal in response to said alarm output , the alarm signal comprising a computer-readable ASCII digital data packet in RS-232 protocol ; control means responsive to said alarm output for establishing a wireless link to a predetermined central monitoring station via said cellular telephone network on detection of said emergency condition ; an RS-232 compatible modem linked to said signal processing unit and having an RS-232 input for receiving said digital data packet and a signal output linked to said transceiver means , said modem comprising means for converting said ASCII digital data packet to a wireless transmittable form ; a cellular phone handset linked to said transceiver means ; said signal processing unit further comprising means for operating the device as a conventional cellular phone in a normal mode (packing slip information) when no emergency is detected , and for converting the device to an alarm mode when an emergency is detected , in which conventional cellular communications are discontinued , said alarm signal is generated , and said wireless alarm signal is transmitted via said link over said cellular telephone network ; and said processing unit further including voice/data integration means for controlling said transceiver means to transmit voice signals and said converted ASCII digital data packet simultaneously over the same wireless link and at the same time . US5568535A CLAIM 7 . An alarm system , comprising a plurality of sensors for detecting different types of emergencies within an enclosed site , each sensor having a sensor output dependent on the status of the sensor ; an alarm unit at said site linked to said sensors (origination information, delivery instruction information) for detecting the sensor outputs and for producing and transmitting an alarm signal on detection of an emergency condition by any of said sensors ; a remote central monitoring station for receiving and processing alarm signals ; the alarm unit including signal processor means for detecting an alarm condition and determining the type of alarm detected , signal generating means responsive to said signal processor means for generating said alarm signal , said alarm signal comprising a digital data packet in computer-readable , ASCII format with RS-232 protocol , a first modem for receiving said digital data packet and converting the data packet to a wireless transmittable format , transceiver means for receiving and transmitting wireless signals via a wireless telephone network , said transceiver means being linked to said signal processor means and said modem , and a wireless telephone handset linked to said transceiver means ; said alarm unit further including control means for controlling said transceiver means to operate in a normal mode for normal wireless telephone communications via said handset when no emergency has been detected , and to operate in an alarm mode on detection of an emergency condition , said control means controlling said transceiver means in said alarm mode to establish a wireless link to said central monitoring station and to transmit said alarm signal to said central monitoring station after detection of an emergency ; said remote central monitoring station including a second , RS-232 compatible modem for directly receiving said transmitted alarm signal and converting said alarm signal directly to a computer-readable format , and a computer linked to said second modem for determining the type and location of the emergency based on said received alarm signal ; said control means further comprising means for controlling said transceiver means to transmit voice and said ASCII digital data packet simultaneously in real time over the same wireless link ; and said remote monitoring station having a voice/data switch for receiving incoming voice and said ASCII digital data packet via said link and for separating voice from said ASCII digital data packet , the switch having a voice output for connection to telephone earphones and a data output directly connected to said second modem . US5568535A CLAIM 9 . A method of monitoring an enclosed area for emergency conditions and providing an alarm signal to a remote monitoring station in the event of detection of an emergency condition , comprising the steps of : providing a plurality of sensors for detecting different types of emergency in the enclosed area ; connecting the sensor outputs to an alarm processing unit ; receiving the sensor outputs in the alarm processing unit and monitoring the outputs ; generating said alarm signal when at least one of the sensor outputs indicates the presence of an emergency condition , the generated alarm signal comprising an ASCII digital data packet of computer-readable data in RS-232 format ; using a first RS-232 compatible modem to convert the alarm signal to a wireless transmittable form ; controlling a transceiver to establish a wireless connection to the remote monitoring station ; transmitting the converted alarm signal via the wireless connection to the remote monitoring station ; connecting the transceiver in the alarm unit to a wireless telephone handset , operating the alarm processing unit in a normal mode when no emergency condition has been detected , whereby normal wireless telephone communications can be carried out using said handset , and operating the alarm processing unit in an alarm mode when an emergency condition has been detected to generate and transmit said alarm signal ; using a second RS-232 compatible modem at the remote monitoring station to receive the transmitted signal and convert it directly back to computer-readable , ASCII data (instruction information) in RS-232 format ; providing the reconverted data to a computer for analyzing the alarm signal and providing information on site and type of emergency to an operator at the monitoring station ; and controlling said transceiver means in said alarm mode to transmit audio signals received by said telephone handset together with said ASCII digital data packet on the same wireless connection at the same time to said remote monitoring station , said received audio signals being transmitted real time together with said ASCII digital data packet , separating said audio signals from said ASCII digital data packet at said monitoring station , providing said audio signals to an earphone unit and providing said ASCII digital data packet directly to said second modem for conversion back to computer-readable format . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information (said sensors) regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (receiver means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information (ASCII data) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information (said sensors) regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information (normal mode) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (sensor output) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5568535A CLAIM 1 . A combined cellular phone and alarm device , comprising : a cellular phone transceiver means for receiving and transmitting wireless cellular telephone signals via a cellular telephone network ; an alarm signal receiver means (sender information) having at least one digital input for connection to a sensor for detecting an emergency condition in an enclosed area , and a digital alarm output in response to detection of said emergency condition ; a signal processing unit linked to the alarm signal receiver means output for generating an alarm signal in response to said alarm output , the alarm signal comprising a computer-readable ASCII digital data packet in RS-232 protocol ; control means responsive to said alarm output for establishing a wireless link to a predetermined central monitoring station via said cellular telephone network on detection of said emergency condition ; an RS-232 compatible modem linked to said signal processing unit and having an RS-232 input for receiving said digital data packet and a signal output linked to said transceiver means , said modem comprising means for converting said ASCII digital data packet to a wireless transmittable form ; a cellular phone handset linked to said transceiver means ; said signal processing unit further comprising means for operating the device as a conventional cellular phone in a normal mode (packing slip information) when no emergency is detected , and for converting the device to an alarm mode when an emergency is detected , in which conventional cellular communications are discontinued , said alarm signal is generated , and said wireless alarm signal is transmitted via said link over said cellular telephone network ; and said processing unit further including voice/data integration means for controlling said transceiver means to transmit voice signals and said converted ASCII digital data packet simultaneously over the same wireless link and at the same time . US5568535A CLAIM 7 . An alarm system , comprising a plurality of sensors for detecting different types of emergencies within an enclosed site , each sensor having a sensor output (communication device) dependent on the status of the sensor ; an alarm unit at said site linked to said sensors (origination information, delivery instruction information) for detecting the sensor outputs and for producing and transmitting an alarm signal on detection of an emergency condition by any of said sensors ; a remote central monitoring station for receiving and processing alarm signals ; the alarm unit including signal processor means for detecting an alarm condition and determining the type of alarm detected , signal generating means responsive to said signal processor means for generating said alarm signal , said alarm signal comprising a digital data packet in computer-readable , ASCII format with RS-232 protocol , a first modem for receiving said digital data packet and converting the data packet to a wireless transmittable format , transceiver means for receiving and transmitting wireless signals via a wireless telephone network , said transceiver means being linked to said signal processor means and said modem , and a wireless telephone handset linked to said transceiver means ; said alarm unit further including control means for controlling said transceiver means to operate in a normal mode for normal wireless telephone communications via said handset when no emergency has been detected , and to operate in an alarm mode on detection of an emergency condition , said control means controlling said transceiver means in said alarm mode to establish a wireless link to said central monitoring station and to transmit said alarm signal to said central monitoring station after detection of an emergency ; said remote central monitoring station including a second , RS-232 compatible modem for directly receiving said transmitted alarm signal and converting said alarm signal directly to a computer-readable format , and a computer linked to said second modem for determining the type and location of the emergency based on said received alarm signal ; said control means further comprising means for controlling said transceiver means to transmit voice and said ASCII digital data packet simultaneously in real time over the same wireless link ; and said remote monitoring station having a voice/data switch for receiving incoming voice and said ASCII digital data packet via said link and for separating voice from said ASCII digital data packet , the switch having a voice output for connection to telephone earphones and a data output directly connected to said second modem . US5568535A CLAIM 9 . A method of monitoring an enclosed area for emergency conditions and providing an alarm signal to a remote monitoring station in the event of detection of an emergency condition , comprising the steps of : providing a plurality of sensors for detecting different types of emergency in the enclosed area ; connecting the sensor outputs to an alarm processing unit ; receiving the sensor outputs in the alarm processing unit and monitoring the outputs ; generating said alarm signal when at least one of the sensor outputs indicates the presence of an emergency condition , the generated alarm signal comprising an ASCII digital data packet of computer-readable data in RS-232 format ; using a first RS-232 compatible modem to convert the alarm signal to a wireless transmittable form ; controlling a transceiver to establish a wireless connection to the remote monitoring station ; transmitting the converted alarm signal via the wireless connection to the remote monitoring station ; connecting the transceiver in the alarm unit to a wireless telephone handset , operating the alarm processing unit in a normal mode when no emergency condition has been detected , whereby normal wireless telephone communications can be carried out using said handset , and operating the alarm processing unit in an alarm mode when an emergency condition has been detected to generate and transmit said alarm signal ; using a second RS-232 compatible modem at the remote monitoring station to receive the transmitted signal and convert it directly back to computer-readable , ASCII data (instruction information) in RS-232 format ; providing the reconverted data to a computer for analyzing the alarm signal and providing information on site and type of emergency to an operator at the monitoring station ; and controlling said transceiver means in said alarm mode to transmit audio signals received by said telephone handset together with said ASCII digital data packet on the same wireless connection at the same time to said remote monitoring station , said received audio signals being transmitted real time together with said ASCII digital data packet , separating said audio signals from said ASCII digital data packet at said monitoring station , providing said audio signals to an earphone unit and providing said ASCII digital data packet directly to said second modem for conversion back to computer-readable format . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (transmitting wireless signals, signal processing means) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5568535A CLAIM 7 . An alarm system , comprising a plurality of sensors for detecting different types of emergencies within an enclosed site , each sensor having a sensor output dependent on the status of the sensor ; an alarm unit at said site linked to said sensors for detecting the sensor outputs and for producing and transmitting an alarm signal on detection of an emergency condition by any of said sensors ; a remote central monitoring station for receiving and processing alarm signals ; the alarm unit including signal processor means for detecting an alarm condition and determining the type of alarm detected , signal generating means responsive to said signal processor means for generating said alarm signal , said alarm signal comprising a digital data packet in computer-readable , ASCII format with RS-232 protocol , a first modem for receiving said digital data packet and converting the data packet to a wireless transmittable format , transceiver means for receiving and transmitting wireless signals (sensor monitors) via a wireless telephone network , said transceiver means being linked to said signal processor means and said modem , and a wireless telephone handset linked to said transceiver means ; said alarm unit further including control means for controlling said transceiver means to operate in a normal mode for normal wireless telephone communications via said handset when no emergency has been detected , and to operate in an alarm mode on detection of an emergency condition , said control means controlling said transceiver means in said alarm mode to establish a wireless link to said central monitoring station and to transmit said alarm signal to said central monitoring station after detection of an emergency ; said remote central monitoring station including a second , RS-232 compatible modem for directly receiving said transmitted alarm signal and converting said alarm signal directly to a computer-readable format , and a computer linked to said second modem for determining the type and location of the emergency based on said received alarm signal ; said control means further comprising means for controlling said transceiver means to transmit voice and said ASCII digital data packet simultaneously in real time over the same wireless link ; and said remote monitoring station having a voice/data switch for receiving incoming voice and said ASCII digital data packet via said link and for separating voice from said ASCII digital data packet , the switch having a voice output for connection to telephone earphones and a data output directly connected to said second modem . US5568535A CLAIM 8 . A wireless phone based alarm system , comprising : a plurality of sensors for detecting different types of emergencies within an enclosed site ; an alarm unit at the site linked to the sensors for detecting initiation and type of emergency condition ; a remote monitoring station for linking with the alarm unit on initiation of an emergency condition ; the alarm unit comprising signal processing means (sensor monitors) for detecting an emergency condition and determining the type of alarm detected , signal generating means responsive to an emergency condition for generating an alarm signal comprising computer-readable , ASCII format digital data , a first RS-232 compatible modem linked to said signal generating means for converting said digital data to a wireless transmittable format , transceiver means for receiving and transmitting wireless signals via a wireless telephone network , said transceiver means being linked to said modem , and a wireless telephone handset linked to said transceiver means ; the alarm unit further comprising control means for controlling said transceiver means to operate in a normal mode for normal wireless telephone communications when no emergency condition has been detected , and to operate in an alarm mode on detection of an emergency condition , said control means controlling said transceiver means in said alarm mode to establish a link to said remote monitoring station and to transmit said alarm signal of computer-readable , ASCII digital data simultaneously in real time with audio signals from said handset via said same link to said remote monitoring station , whereby an operator at said remote monitoring station can listen to audio at said enclosed area while receiving said alarm signal on the same link at the same time ; and said remote monitoring station including a voice/data switch for separating incoming audio and said digital data alarm signal into an audio output and an ASCII digital data output , telephone earphones connected to said audio output , a second RS-232 compatible modem linked to said ASCII digital data output for converting said received alarm signal into computer-readable format , and a computer linked to said second modem for receiving and interpreting said converted alarm signal . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (sensor output) . |
US5568535A CLAIM 7 . An alarm system , comprising a plurality of sensors for detecting different types of emergencies within an enclosed site , each sensor having a sensor output (communication device) dependent on the status of the sensor ; an alarm unit at said site linked to said sensors for detecting the sensor outputs and for producing and transmitting an alarm signal on detection of an emergency condition by any of said sensors ; a remote central monitoring station for receiving and processing alarm signals ; the alarm unit including signal processor means for detecting an alarm condition and determining the type of alarm detected , signal generating means responsive to said signal processor means for generating said alarm signal , said alarm signal comprising a digital data packet in computer-readable , ASCII format with RS-232 protocol , a first modem for receiving said digital data packet and converting the data packet to a wireless transmittable format , transceiver means for receiving and transmitting wireless signals via a wireless telephone network , said transceiver means being linked to said signal processor means and said modem , and a wireless telephone handset linked to said transceiver means ; said alarm unit further including control means for controlling said transceiver means to operate in a normal mode for normal wireless telephone communications via said handset when no emergency has been detected , and to operate in an alarm mode on detection of an emergency condition , said control means controlling said transceiver means in said alarm mode to establish a wireless link to said central monitoring station and to transmit said alarm signal to said central monitoring station after detection of an emergency ; said remote central monitoring station including a second , RS-232 compatible modem for directly receiving said transmitted alarm signal and converting said alarm signal directly to a computer-readable format , and a computer linked to said second modem for determining the type and location of the emergency based on said received alarm signal ; said control means further comprising means for controlling said transceiver means to transmit voice and said ASCII digital data packet simultaneously in real time over the same wireless link ; and said remote monitoring station having a voice/data switch for receiving incoming voice and said ASCII digital data packet via said link and for separating voice from said ASCII digital data packet , the switch having a voice output for connection to telephone earphones and a data output directly connected to said second modem . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (sensor output) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5568535A CLAIM 7 . An alarm system , comprising a plurality of sensors for detecting different types of emergencies within an enclosed site , each sensor having a sensor output (communication device) dependent on the status of the sensor ; an alarm unit at said site linked to said sensors for detecting the sensor outputs and for producing and transmitting an alarm signal on detection of an emergency condition by any of said sensors ; a remote central monitoring station for receiving and processing alarm signals ; the alarm unit including signal processor means for detecting an alarm condition and determining the type of alarm detected , signal generating means responsive to said signal processor means for generating said alarm signal , said alarm signal comprising a digital data packet in computer-readable , ASCII format with RS-232 protocol , a first modem for receiving said digital data packet and converting the data packet to a wireless transmittable format , transceiver means for receiving and transmitting wireless signals via a wireless telephone network , said transceiver means being linked to said signal processor means and said modem , and a wireless telephone handset linked to said transceiver means ; said alarm unit further including control means for controlling said transceiver means to operate in a normal mode for normal wireless telephone communications via said handset when no emergency has been detected , and to operate in an alarm mode on detection of an emergency condition , said control means controlling said transceiver means in said alarm mode to establish a wireless link to said central monitoring station and to transmit said alarm signal to said central monitoring station after detection of an emergency ; said remote central monitoring station including a second , RS-232 compatible modem for directly receiving said transmitted alarm signal and converting said alarm signal directly to a computer-readable format , and a computer linked to said second modem for determining the type and location of the emergency based on said received alarm signal ; said control means further comprising means for controlling said transceiver means to transmit voice and said ASCII digital data packet simultaneously in real time over the same wireless link ; and said remote monitoring station having a voice/data switch for receiving incoming voice and said ASCII digital data packet via said link and for separating voice from said ASCII digital data packet , the switch having a voice output for connection to telephone earphones and a data output directly connected to said second modem . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (transmitting wireless signals, signal processing means) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5568535A CLAIM 7 . An alarm system , comprising a plurality of sensors for detecting different types of emergencies within an enclosed site , each sensor having a sensor output dependent on the status of the sensor ; an alarm unit at said site linked to said sensors for detecting the sensor outputs and for producing and transmitting an alarm signal on detection of an emergency condition by any of said sensors ; a remote central monitoring station for receiving and processing alarm signals ; the alarm unit including signal processor means for detecting an alarm condition and determining the type of alarm detected , signal generating means responsive to said signal processor means for generating said alarm signal , said alarm signal comprising a digital data packet in computer-readable , ASCII format with RS-232 protocol , a first modem for receiving said digital data packet and converting the data packet to a wireless transmittable format , transceiver means for receiving and transmitting wireless signals (sensor monitors) via a wireless telephone network , said transceiver means being linked to said signal processor means and said modem , and a wireless telephone handset linked to said transceiver means ; said alarm unit further including control means for controlling said transceiver means to operate in a normal mode for normal wireless telephone communications via said handset when no emergency has been detected , and to operate in an alarm mode on detection of an emergency condition , said control means controlling said transceiver means in said alarm mode to establish a wireless link to said central monitoring station and to transmit said alarm signal to said central monitoring station after detection of an emergency ; said remote central monitoring station including a second , RS-232 compatible modem for directly receiving said transmitted alarm signal and converting said alarm signal directly to a computer-readable format , and a computer linked to said second modem for determining the type and location of the emergency based on said received alarm signal ; said control means further comprising means for controlling said transceiver means to transmit voice and said ASCII digital data packet simultaneously in real time over the same wireless link ; and said remote monitoring station having a voice/data switch for receiving incoming voice and said ASCII digital data packet via said link and for separating voice from said ASCII digital data packet , the switch having a voice output for connection to telephone earphones and a data output directly connected to said second modem . US5568535A CLAIM 8 . A wireless phone based alarm system , comprising : a plurality of sensors for detecting different types of emergencies within an enclosed site ; an alarm unit at the site linked to the sensors for detecting initiation and type of emergency condition ; a remote monitoring station for linking with the alarm unit on initiation of an emergency condition ; the alarm unit comprising signal processing means (sensor monitors) for detecting an emergency condition and determining the type of alarm detected , signal generating means responsive to an emergency condition for generating an alarm signal comprising computer-readable , ASCII format digital data , a first RS-232 compatible modem linked to said signal generating means for converting said digital data to a wireless transmittable format , transceiver means for receiving and transmitting wireless signals via a wireless telephone network , said transceiver means being linked to said modem , and a wireless telephone handset linked to said transceiver means ; the alarm unit further comprising control means for controlling said transceiver means to operate in a normal mode for normal wireless telephone communications when no emergency condition has been detected , and to operate in an alarm mode on detection of an emergency condition , said control means controlling said transceiver means in said alarm mode to establish a link to said remote monitoring station and to transmit said alarm signal of computer-readable , ASCII digital data simultaneously in real time with audio signals from said handset via said same link to said remote monitoring station , whereby an operator at said remote monitoring station can listen to audio at said enclosed area while receiving said alarm signal on the same link at the same time ; and said remote monitoring station including a voice/data switch for separating incoming audio and said digital data alarm signal into an audio output and an ASCII digital data output , telephone earphones connected to said audio output , a second RS-232 compatible modem linked to said ASCII digital data output for converting said received alarm signal into computer-readable format , and a computer linked to said second modem for receiving and interpreting said converted alarm signal . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (sensor output) . |
US5568535A CLAIM 7 . An alarm system , comprising a plurality of sensors for detecting different types of emergencies within an enclosed site , each sensor having a sensor output (communication device) dependent on the status of the sensor ; an alarm unit at said site linked to said sensors for detecting the sensor outputs and for producing and transmitting an alarm signal on detection of an emergency condition by any of said sensors ; a remote central monitoring station for receiving and processing alarm signals ; the alarm unit including signal processor means for detecting an alarm condition and determining the type of alarm detected , signal generating means responsive to said signal processor means for generating said alarm signal , said alarm signal comprising a digital data packet in computer-readable , ASCII format with RS-232 protocol , a first modem for receiving said digital data packet and converting the data packet to a wireless transmittable format , transceiver means for receiving and transmitting wireless signals via a wireless telephone network , said transceiver means being linked to said signal processor means and said modem , and a wireless telephone handset linked to said transceiver means ; said alarm unit further including control means for controlling said transceiver means to operate in a normal mode for normal wireless telephone communications via said handset when no emergency has been detected , and to operate in an alarm mode on detection of an emergency condition , said control means controlling said transceiver means in said alarm mode to establish a wireless link to said central monitoring station and to transmit said alarm signal to said central monitoring station after detection of an emergency ; said remote central monitoring station including a second , RS-232 compatible modem for directly receiving said transmitted alarm signal and converting said alarm signal directly to a computer-readable format , and a computer linked to said second modem for determining the type and location of the emergency based on said received alarm signal ; said control means further comprising means for controlling said transceiver means to transmit voice and said ASCII digital data packet simultaneously in real time over the same wireless link ; and said remote monitoring station having a voice/data switch for receiving incoming voice and said ASCII digital data packet via said link and for separating voice from said ASCII digital data packet , the switch having a voice output for connection to telephone earphones and a data output directly connected to said second modem . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5594425A Filed: 1994-10-31 Issued: 1997-01-14 Locator device (Original Assignee) Peoplenet Inc (Current Assignee) Peoplenet Inc David L. Ladner, Andrea J. Grazzini |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message (controller stores) to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5594425A CLAIM 5 . The locator system of claim 4 wherein the locator controller includes a real time clock providing a time signal indicative of time and date , and wherein the locator controller stores (second message) updated location information in the locator memory at time intervals based on the time signal . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (input device) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5594425A CLAIM 3 . The locator system of claim 2 wherein the locator apparatus further includes : a locator controller , coupled to the satellite receiver , the cellular transmitter in the locator apparatus , and the cellular receiver in the locator apparatus ; a locator memory coupled to the locator controller for storing location information ; and a locator input device (input device) for receiving inputs from an operator and providing input signals to the locator controller based on the inputs received from the operator . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (input device) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5594425A CLAIM 3 . The locator system of claim 2 wherein the locator apparatus further includes : a locator controller , coupled to the satellite receiver , the cellular transmitter in the locator apparatus , and the cellular receiver in the locator apparatus ; a locator memory coupled to the locator controller for storing location information ; and a locator input device (input device) for receiving inputs from an operator and providing input signals to the locator controller based on the inputs received from the operator . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5515043A Filed: 1994-08-17 Issued: 1996-05-07 Cellular/GPS system for vehicle tracking (Original Assignee) Berard; Alfredo J.; Mentzer; James L.; Nixon; David C. Alfredo J. Berard, James L. Mentzer, David C. Nixon |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (remote location) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (remote location) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5515043A CLAIM 1 . A method of locating a vehicle and activating an alarm therein comprising the steps of : (a) installing a receiving/transmitting assembly in the vehicle , said receiving/transmitting assembly receiving and/or transmitting cellular phone signals over a phone network , whereby no central controlling facility is provided ; (b) installing a position receiver within the vehicle , said position receiver receiving one or more locating beacons from a positioning system : (c) coupling a microcontroller to said receiving/transmitting assembly and said position receiver , said microcontroller controlling and continuously receiving data from both said receiving/transmitting assembly and said position receiver , said microcontroller being accessible and operable from a remote location (destination information, invoice information) via said receiving/transmitting assembly ; (d) coupling locating means to said microcontroller for ascertaining the location of the vehicle and reporting same when requested , said reporting further being selectively voice synthesized via a voice synthesizer ; (e) configuring said microcontroller with an automatic calling assembly for automatically calling one or more pre-programmed phone numbers via said receiving/transmitting assembly ; (f) monitoring an alarm system which , upon activation , engages said automatic calling assembly ; (g) accessing and operating said microcontroller from a remote location via said receiving/transmitting assembly ; (h) constructing and arranging said receiving/transmitting assembly to comprise a cellular phone handset and a modem ; (i) constructing and arranging said alarm system to include inputs from crash , alarm , battery , or remotely located panic sensors ; (j) constructing and arranging a microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card to selectively activate deterrent means for deterring vehicle theft or break-in , said deterrent means comprising ignition lock , horn switch , or engine kill controls ; (k) constructing and arranging said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card with a high power mode and a low power mode and means for automatically switching from said low power to said high power mode , whereby when said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card is in said high power mode , all functions are operable ; and , when said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card is in said low power mode , said microcontroller and said alarm system are operable ; and , (l) constructing and arranging said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card so that when said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card is in said low power mode , said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card will , activate said switching means and thereby , for predetermined time intervals , automatically switch to said high power mode , thereby permitting said receiving/transmitting means to receive/transmit said cellular phone signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (remote location) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (remote location) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5515043A CLAIM 1 . A method of locating a vehicle and activating an alarm therein comprising the steps of : (a) installing a receiving/transmitting assembly in the vehicle , said receiving/transmitting assembly receiving and/or transmitting cellular phone signals over a phone network , whereby no central controlling facility is provided ; (b) installing a position receiver within the vehicle , said position receiver receiving one or more locating beacons from a positioning system : (c) coupling a microcontroller to said receiving/transmitting assembly and said position receiver , said microcontroller controlling and continuously receiving data from both said receiving/transmitting assembly and said position receiver , said microcontroller being accessible and operable from a remote location (destination information, invoice information) via said receiving/transmitting assembly ; (d) coupling locating means to said microcontroller for ascertaining the location of the vehicle and reporting same when requested , said reporting further being selectively voice synthesized via a voice synthesizer ; (e) configuring said microcontroller with an automatic calling assembly for automatically calling one or more pre-programmed phone numbers via said receiving/transmitting assembly ; (f) monitoring an alarm system which , upon activation , engages said automatic calling assembly ; (g) accessing and operating said microcontroller from a remote location via said receiving/transmitting assembly ; (h) constructing and arranging said receiving/transmitting assembly to comprise a cellular phone handset and a modem ; (i) constructing and arranging said alarm system to include inputs from crash , alarm , battery , or remotely located panic sensors ; (j) constructing and arranging a microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card to selectively activate deterrent means for deterring vehicle theft or break-in , said deterrent means comprising ignition lock , horn switch , or engine kill controls ; (k) constructing and arranging said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card with a high power mode and a low power mode and means for automatically switching from said low power to said high power mode , whereby when said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card is in said high power mode , all functions are operable ; and , when said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card is in said low power mode , said microcontroller and said alarm system are operable ; and , (l) constructing and arranging said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card so that when said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card is in said low power mode , said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card will , activate said switching means and thereby , for predetermined time intervals , automatically switch to said high power mode , thereby permitting said receiving/transmitting means to receive/transmit said cellular phone signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (remote location) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (remote location) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5515043A CLAIM 1 . A method of locating a vehicle and activating an alarm therein comprising the steps of : (a) installing a receiving/transmitting assembly in the vehicle , said receiving/transmitting assembly receiving and/or transmitting cellular phone signals over a phone network , whereby no central controlling facility is provided ; (b) installing a position receiver within the vehicle , said position receiver receiving one or more locating beacons from a positioning system : (c) coupling a microcontroller to said receiving/transmitting assembly and said position receiver , said microcontroller controlling and continuously receiving data from both said receiving/transmitting assembly and said position receiver , said microcontroller being accessible and operable from a remote location (destination information, invoice information) via said receiving/transmitting assembly ; (d) coupling locating means to said microcontroller for ascertaining the location of the vehicle and reporting same when requested , said reporting further being selectively voice synthesized via a voice synthesizer ; (e) configuring said microcontroller with an automatic calling assembly for automatically calling one or more pre-programmed phone numbers via said receiving/transmitting assembly ; (f) monitoring an alarm system which , upon activation , engages said automatic calling assembly ; (g) accessing and operating said microcontroller from a remote location via said receiving/transmitting assembly ; (h) constructing and arranging said receiving/transmitting assembly to comprise a cellular phone handset and a modem ; (i) constructing and arranging said alarm system to include inputs from crash , alarm , battery , or remotely located panic sensors ; (j) constructing and arranging a microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card to selectively activate deterrent means for deterring vehicle theft or break-in , said deterrent means comprising ignition lock , horn switch , or engine kill controls ; (k) constructing and arranging said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card with a high power mode and a low power mode and means for automatically switching from said low power to said high power mode , whereby when said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card is in said high power mode , all functions are operable ; and , when said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card is in said low power mode , said microcontroller and said alarm system are operable ; and , (l) constructing and arranging said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card so that when said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card is in said low power mode , said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card will , activate said switching means and thereby , for predetermined time intervals , automatically switch to said high power mode , thereby permitting said receiving/transmitting means to receive/transmit said cellular phone signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (said position) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5515043A CLAIM 1 . A method of locating a vehicle and activating an alarm therein comprising the steps of : (a) installing a receiving/transmitting assembly in the vehicle , said receiving/transmitting assembly receiving and/or transmitting cellular phone signals over a phone network , whereby no central controlling facility is provided ; (b) installing a position receiver within the vehicle , said position (inputting information) receiver receiving one or more locating beacons from a positioning system : (c) coupling a microcontroller to said receiving/transmitting assembly and said position receiver , said microcontroller controlling and continuously receiving data from both said receiving/transmitting assembly and said position receiver , said microcontroller being accessible and operable from a remote location via said receiving/transmitting assembly ; (d) coupling locating means to said microcontroller for ascertaining the location of the vehicle and reporting same when requested , said reporting further being selectively voice synthesized via a voice synthesizer ; (e) configuring said microcontroller with an automatic calling assembly for automatically calling one or more pre-programmed phone numbers via said receiving/transmitting assembly ; (f) monitoring an alarm system which , upon activation , engages said automatic calling assembly ; (g) accessing and operating said microcontroller from a remote location via said receiving/transmitting assembly ; (h) constructing and arranging said receiving/transmitting assembly to comprise a cellular phone handset and a modem ; (i) constructing and arranging said alarm system to include inputs from crash , alarm , battery , or remotely located panic sensors ; (j) constructing and arranging a microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card to selectively activate deterrent means for deterring vehicle theft or break-in , said deterrent means comprising ignition lock , horn switch , or engine kill controls ; (k) constructing and arranging said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card with a high power mode and a low power mode and means for automatically switching from said low power to said high power mode , whereby when said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card is in said high power mode , all functions are operable ; and , when said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card is in said low power mode , said microcontroller and said alarm system are operable ; and , (l) constructing and arranging said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card so that when said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card is in said low power mode , said microcontroller voice synthesizer (MCVS) card will , activate said switching means and thereby , for predetermined time intervals , automatically switch to said high power mode , thereby permitting said receiving/transmitting means to receive/transmit said cellular phone signals . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5430432A Filed: 1994-07-22 Issued: 1995-07-04 Automotive warning and recording system (Original Assignee) Camhi; Elie; Kamhi; Lawrence S. Elie Camhi, Lawrence S. Kamhi |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (said sensors) , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (signal transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information (said sensors) , invoice information (motor vehicle) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5430432A CLAIM 1 . An automotive recorder for use with a motor vehicle (invoice information) comprising : one or more sensors adapted to transmit a signal indicative of a safety related vehicle operation variable , one of said one or more sensors being adapted to transmit a signal indicative of vehicle speed ; a processor having one or more inputs , a timer , an operator alerting output , and an information output , the one or more processor inputs being coupled responsively to said one or more sensors ; an indicator coupled responsively to the operator alerting output of said processor , said indicator being located for easy perception by an operator of the vehicle when the operator alerting output of said processor is energized ; and a storage unit coupled to the information output of said processor , said storage unit being substantially non volatile and adapted to receive and accumulate information transmitted from the information output of said processor for review by a monitoring authority after an operation episode ; said processor being adapted to energize the operator alerting output when the signal from one of said sensor exceeds a predetermined value corresponding to a predefined maximum safe vehicle operating condition , the timer being adapted to trigger said processor to automatically and beyond the control of the vehicle operator transmit information from the information output to said storage unit for review by the monitoring authority after the vehicle operation episode when a predetermined time elapses from the time of energization of the operator alerting output and the signal from said sensor has not receded below the predetermined value . US5430432A CLAIM 3 . The automotive recorder as set forth in claim 2 , wherein said sensors (origination information, delivery instruction information) further include a distance signal transmitter (receiver information) , adapted to detect the proximity of other objects to the vehicle and transmit to said processor a signal indicative of said proximity . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (said sensors) , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (signal transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information (said sensors) , invoice information (motor vehicle) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5430432A CLAIM 1 . An automotive recorder for use with a motor vehicle (invoice information) comprising : one or more sensors adapted to transmit a signal indicative of a safety related vehicle operation variable , one of said one or more sensors being adapted to transmit a signal indicative of vehicle speed ; a processor having one or more inputs , a timer , an operator alerting output , and an information output , the one or more processor inputs being coupled responsively to said one or more sensors ; an indicator coupled responsively to the operator alerting output of said processor , said indicator being located for easy perception by an operator of the vehicle when the operator alerting output of said processor is energized ; and a storage unit coupled to the information output of said processor , said storage unit being substantially non volatile and adapted to receive and accumulate information transmitted from the information output of said processor for review by a monitoring authority after an operation episode ; said processor being adapted to energize the operator alerting output when the signal from one of said sensor exceeds a predetermined value corresponding to a predefined maximum safe vehicle operating condition , the timer being adapted to trigger said processor to automatically and beyond the control of the vehicle operator transmit information from the information output to said storage unit for review by the monitoring authority after the vehicle operation episode when a predetermined time elapses from the time of energization of the operator alerting output and the signal from said sensor has not receded below the predetermined value . US5430432A CLAIM 3 . The automotive recorder as set forth in claim 2 , wherein said sensors (origination information, delivery instruction information) further include a distance signal transmitter (receiver information) , adapted to detect the proximity of other objects to the vehicle and transmit to said processor a signal indicative of said proximity . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information (said sensors) regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (signal transmitter) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information (said sensors) regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (motor vehicle) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication (include means) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5430432A CLAIM 1 . An automotive recorder for use with a motor vehicle (invoice information) comprising : one or more sensors adapted to transmit a signal indicative of a safety related vehicle operation variable , one of said one or more sensors being adapted to transmit a signal indicative of vehicle speed ; a processor having one or more inputs , a timer , an operator alerting output , and an information output , the one or more processor inputs being coupled responsively to said one or more sensors ; an indicator coupled responsively to the operator alerting output of said processor , said indicator being located for easy perception by an operator of the vehicle when the operator alerting output of said processor is energized ; and a storage unit coupled to the information output of said processor , said storage unit being substantially non volatile and adapted to receive and accumulate information transmitted from the information output of said processor for review by a monitoring authority after an operation episode ; said processor being adapted to energize the operator alerting output when the signal from one of said sensor exceeds a predetermined value corresponding to a predefined maximum safe vehicle operating condition , the timer being adapted to trigger said processor to automatically and beyond the control of the vehicle operator transmit information from the information output to said storage unit for review by the monitoring authority after the vehicle operation episode when a predetermined time elapses from the time of energization of the operator alerting output and the signal from said sensor has not receded below the predetermined value . US5430432A CLAIM 3 . The automotive recorder as set forth in claim 2 , wherein said sensors (origination information, delivery instruction information) further include a distance signal transmitter (receiver information) , adapted to detect the proximity of other objects to the vehicle and transmit to said processor a signal indicative of said proximity . US5430432A CLAIM 5 . The automotive recorder as set forth in claim 2 , wherein said sensors additionally include means (second communication, second communication device) for detecting collision of the vehicle , and said processor further comprising random access memory adapted to accumulate the information from said sensors to form a vehicle operation history , and the read only memory is adapted to control said processor to transfer the vehicle operation history to said storage unit for preservation upon detection of a collision . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (communicate information) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5430432A CLAIM 6 . The automotive recorder as set forth in claim 2 , wherein said input and output signal interface further comprises means for connection to an external data terminal , and said processor is adapted to communicate information (sensor monitors) from said storage unit to the external data terminal . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (communicate information) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5430432A CLAIM 6 . The automotive recorder as set forth in claim 2 , wherein said input and output signal interface further comprises means for connection to an external data terminal , and said processor is adapted to communicate information (sensor monitors) from said storage unit to the external data terminal . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5553094A Filed: 1994-07-07 Issued: 1996-09-03 Radio communication network for remote data generating stations (Original Assignee) Iris Systems Inc (Current Assignee) Itron Inc Dennis F. Johnson, Michael Wiebe, Erwin Holowick, Nathan R. Jacob, Michael F. Murphy, James J. Schellenberg, Michael S. Stasenski |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (acoustic sensors) , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (gas meter) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5553094A CLAIM 9 . The communications network as set forth in claim 4 wherein said plurality of physical devices includes a plurality of gas meter (communication device) s , each of said plurality of gas meters coupled to a respective one of said plurality of network service modules , for generating respective NSM data . US5553094A CLAIM 83 . The method as set forth in claim 65 further including the step of detecting sounds with a respective one of a plurality of acoustic sensors (shipper information) , at a respective one of said plurality of physical devices . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (gas meter) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5553094A CLAIM 9 . The communications network as set forth in claim 4 wherein said plurality of physical devices includes a plurality of gas meter (communication device) s , each of said plurality of gas meters coupled to a respective one of said plurality of network service modules , for generating respective NSM data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (acoustic sensors) , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5553094A CLAIM 83 . The method as set forth in claim 65 further including the step of detecting sounds with a respective one of a plurality of acoustic sensors (shipper information) , at a respective one of said plurality of physical devices . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information (light emitting) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information (acoustic sensors) regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information (electricity meters) , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message (received command) to the communication device (gas meter) or to a second communication (received command) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5553094A CLAIM 7 . The communications network as set forth in claim 4 wherein said plurality of physical devices includes a plurality of electricity meters (map information) , each of said plurality of electricity meters coupled to a respective one of said plurality of network service modules , for generating respective NSM data . US5553094A CLAIM 9 . The communications network as set forth in claim 4 wherein said plurality of physical devices includes a plurality of gas meter (communication device) s , each of said plurality of gas meters coupled to a respective one of said plurality of network service modules , for generating respective NSM data . US5553094A CLAIM 28 . The communications network as set forth in claim 27 wherein the cover includes a reflective strip , and wherein the cover sensor includes : a light emitting (contains information) diode for generating a light beam to reflect off of the reflective strip ; and a photo diode for detecting the reflected light beam . US5553094A CLAIM 83 . The method as set forth in claim 65 further including the step of detecting sounds with a respective one of a plurality of acoustic sensors (shipper information) , at a respective one of said plurality of physical devices . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 11 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information (light emitting) regarding a stop made by a carrier of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the message contains information regarding an unusual stopping period regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5553094A CLAIM 28 . The communications network as set forth in claim 27 wherein the cover includes a reflective strip , and wherein the cover sensor includes : a light emitting (contains information) diode for generating a light beam to reflect off of the reflective strip ; and a photo diode for detecting the reflected light beam . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information (light emitting) regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5553094A CLAIM 28 . The communications network as set forth in claim 27 wherein the cover includes a reflective strip , and wherein the cover sensor includes : a light emitting (contains information) diode for generating a light beam to reflect off of the reflective strip ; and a photo diode for detecting the reflected light beam . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (gas meter) . |
US5553094A CLAIM 9 . The communications network as set forth in claim 4 wherein said plurality of physical devices includes a plurality of gas meter (communication device) s , each of said plurality of gas meters coupled to a respective one of said plurality of network service modules , for generating respective NSM data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (light beam) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5553094A CLAIM 28 . The communications network as set forth in claim 27 wherein the cover includes a reflective strip , and wherein the cover sensor includes : a light emitting diode for generating a light beam (input device) to reflect off of the reflective strip ; and a photo diode for detecting the reflected light beam . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 18 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise (communications signals) to an insurance claim regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
US5553094A CLAIM 29 . The communications network as set forth in claim 4 wherein the IDT-transmitter means sends a plurality of communications signals (occurrence giving rise) to the plurality of remote cell nodes . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 21 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information (light emitting) regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5553094A CLAIM 28 . The communications network as set forth in claim 27 wherein the cover includes a reflective strip , and wherein the cover sensor includes : a light emitting (contains information) diode for generating a light beam to reflect off of the reflective strip ; and a photo diode for detecting the reflected light beam . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information (light emitting) regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5553094A CLAIM 28 . The communications network as set forth in claim 27 wherein the cover includes a reflective strip , and wherein the cover sensor includes : a light emitting (contains information) diode for generating a light beam to reflect off of the reflective strip ; and a photo diode for detecting the reflected light beam . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (gas meter) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5553094A CLAIM 9 . The communications network as set forth in claim 4 wherein said plurality of physical devices includes a plurality of gas meter (communication device) s , each of said plurality of gas meters coupled to a respective one of said plurality of network service modules , for generating respective NSM data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information (light emitting) regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5553094A CLAIM 28 . The communications network as set forth in claim 27 wherein the cover includes a reflective strip , and wherein the cover sensor includes : a light emitting (contains information) diode for generating a light beam to reflect off of the reflective strip ; and a photo diode for detecting the reflected light beam . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 27 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the message contains information (light emitting) regarding a stop made by a carrier of the piece of luggage or information regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the piece of luggage , or wherein the message contains information regarding an unusual stopping period regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the piece of luggage . |
US5553094A CLAIM 28 . The communications network as set forth in claim 27 wherein the cover includes a reflective strip , and wherein the cover sensor includes : a light emitting (contains information) diode for generating a light beam to reflect off of the reflective strip ; and a photo diode for detecting the reflected light beam . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (gas meter) . |
US5553094A CLAIM 9 . The communications network as set forth in claim 4 wherein said plurality of physical devices includes a plurality of gas meter (communication device) s , each of said plurality of gas meters coupled to a respective one of said plurality of network service modules , for generating respective NSM data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (light beam) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5553094A CLAIM 28 . The communications network as set forth in claim 27 wherein the cover includes a reflective strip , and wherein the cover sensor includes : a light emitting diode for generating a light beam (input device) to reflect off of the reflective strip ; and a photo diode for detecting the reflected light beam . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 33 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise (communications signals) to an insurance claim regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
US5553094A CLAIM 29 . The communications network as set forth in claim 4 wherein the IDT-transmitter means sends a plurality of communications signals (occurrence giving rise) to the plurality of remote cell nodes . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 34 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the message contains information (light emitting) regarding a position or location of the piece of luggage . |
US5553094A CLAIM 28 . The communications network as set forth in claim 27 wherein the cover includes a reflective strip , and wherein the cover sensor includes : a light emitting (contains information) diode for generating a light beam to reflect off of the reflective strip ; and a photo diode for detecting the reflected light beam . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5624265A Filed: 1994-07-01 Issued: 1997-04-29 Printed publication remote contol for accessing interactive media (Original Assignee) TV Interactive Data Corp (Current Assignee) TV Interactive Data Corp Peter M. Redford, Donald S. Stern |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container (local storage) , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (input line) , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (signal transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5624265A CLAIM 1 . A remote control for remotely controlling a host device , said remote control comprising : a printed publication comprising a page having printed content ; remote control circuitry physically attached to at least a portion of said printed publication , said remote control circuitry comprising a signal transmitter (receiver information) capable of transmitting a wireless signal , said wireless signal being capable of controlling said host device ; a button physically attached to said page of said printed publication , said button being customized by at least a portion of said printed content located directly on said button , wherein said button is coupled to said remote control circuitry ; and electronic content having a representative associated with said printed content , said electronic content being encoded on a storage media , wherein activating said button causes said host device to access said electronic content from said storage media . US5624265A CLAIM 2 . The remote control of claim 1 wherein said remote control circuitry further comprises a microcontroller and a transmitter input line (origination information) , said microcontroller comprising an input pin and an output pin , said transmitter input line connecting said output pin of said microcontroller to said signal transmitter , and wherein said button comprises a switch and a switch output line , said switch output line connecting said switch to said input pin of said microcontroller . US5624265A CLAIM 7 . The remote control of claim 1 wherein said electronic content is encoded in a local storage (shipping container) media located in said host device . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container (local storage) , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5624265A CLAIM 7 . The remote control of claim 1 wherein said electronic content is encoded in a local storage (shipping container) media located in said host device . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (input line) , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (signal transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5624265A CLAIM 1 . A remote control for remotely controlling a host device , said remote control comprising : a printed publication comprising a page having printed content ; remote control circuitry physically attached to at least a portion of said printed publication , said remote control circuitry comprising a signal transmitter (receiver information) capable of transmitting a wireless signal , said wireless signal being capable of controlling said host device ; a button physically attached to said page of said printed publication , said button being customized by at least a portion of said printed content located directly on said button , wherein said button is coupled to said remote control circuitry ; and electronic content having a representative associated with said printed content , said electronic content being encoded on a storage media , wherein activating said button causes said host device to access said electronic content from said storage media . US5624265A CLAIM 2 . The remote control of claim 1 wherein said remote control circuitry further comprises a microcontroller and a transmitter input line (origination information) , said microcontroller comprising an input pin and an output pin , said transmitter input line connecting said output pin of said microcontroller to said signal transmitter , and wherein said button comprises a switch and a switch output line , said switch output line connecting said switch to said input pin of said microcontroller . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information (light emitting) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information (input line) regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (signal transmitter) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5624265A CLAIM 1 . A remote control for remotely controlling a host device , said remote control comprising : a printed publication comprising a page having printed content ; remote control circuitry physically attached to at least a portion of said printed publication , said remote control circuitry comprising a signal transmitter (receiver information) capable of transmitting a wireless signal , said wireless signal being capable of controlling said host device ; a button physically attached to said page of said printed publication , said button being customized by at least a portion of said printed content located directly on said button , wherein said button is coupled to said remote control circuitry ; and electronic content having a representative associated with said printed content , said electronic content being encoded on a storage media , wherein activating said button causes said host device to access said electronic content from said storage media . US5624265A CLAIM 2 . The remote control of claim 1 wherein said remote control circuitry further comprises a microcontroller and a transmitter input line (origination information) , said microcontroller comprising an input pin and an output pin , said transmitter input line connecting said output pin of said microcontroller to said signal transmitter , and wherein said button comprises a switch and a switch output line , said switch output line connecting said switch to said input pin of said microcontroller . US5624265A CLAIM 26 . The remote control of claim 25 wherein said signal transmitter comprises an infrared light emitting (contains information) diode . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 6 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device or the apparatus is a shipping container (local storage) . |
US5624265A CLAIM 7 . The remote control of claim 1 wherein said electronic content is encoded in a local storage (shipping container) media located in said host device . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 11 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information (light emitting) regarding a stop made by a carrier of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the message contains information regarding an unusual stopping period regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5624265A CLAIM 26 . The remote control of claim 25 wherein said signal transmitter comprises an infrared light emitting (contains information) diode . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information (light emitting) regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5624265A CLAIM 26 . The remote control of claim 25 wherein said signal transmitter comprises an infrared light emitting (contains information) diode . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 19 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipping container (local storage) , the pallet , or the piece of luggage , is a refrigerated container , a heated container , or an insulated container . |
US5624265A CLAIM 7 . The remote control of claim 1 wherein said electronic content is encoded in a local storage (shipping container) media located in said host device . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 21 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information (light emitting) regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5624265A CLAIM 26 . The remote control of claim 25 wherein said signal transmitter comprises an infrared light emitting (contains information) diode . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information (light emitting) regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5624265A CLAIM 26 . The remote control of claim 25 wherein said signal transmitter comprises an infrared light emitting (contains information) diode . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information (light emitting) regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5624265A CLAIM 26 . The remote control of claim 25 wherein said signal transmitter comprises an infrared light emitting (contains information) diode . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 27 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the message contains information (light emitting) regarding a stop made by a carrier of the piece of luggage or information regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the piece of luggage , or wherein the message contains information regarding an unusual stopping period regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the piece of luggage . |
US5624265A CLAIM 26 . The remote control of claim 25 wherein said signal transmitter comprises an infrared light emitting (contains information) diode . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 34 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the message contains information (light emitting) regarding a position or location of the piece of luggage . |
US5624265A CLAIM 26 . The remote control of claim 25 wherein said signal transmitter comprises an infrared light emitting (contains information) diode . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5543789A Filed: 1994-06-24 Issued: 1996-08-06 Computerized navigation system (Original Assignee) Shields Enterprises Inc (Current Assignee) Here Global BV David A. Behr, Randall B. Jones |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (first transmission means, calculating means, remote location) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (first transmission means, calculating means, remote location) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5543789A CLAIM 29 . A system for communicating routing information as defined in claim 28 wherein the base unit includes a map database and wherein the calculating means (invoice information, destination information) calculates the route using the map database . US5543789A CLAIM 46 . A system for communicating routing information as defined in claim 28 wherein the communication means comprises first transmission means (invoice information, destination information) at the mobile unit for transmitting the origin and the destination and first receiving means at the mobile unit for receiving the route , and second receiving means at the base unit for receiving the origin and the destination and second transmitting means at base unit for transmitting the route . US5543789A CLAIM 52 . A system for providing route guidance information to a remote location (invoice information, destination information) from a central location , the system comprising : a mobile unit including an input for providing at least a route destination and an output for providing an indication of the route guidance information ; a transmitter at the mobile unit for transmitting destination data and origin data from the mobile unit , the destination data being indicative of the route destination and the origin data being indicative of a route origin ; a base unit at the central location , a receiver of the base unit for receiving the destination data and the origin data from the transmitter , a processor of said base unit coupled with the receiver for calculating data defining a route to the route destination from a route origin responsive to receiving the destination data and the origin data , the transmitter of the base unit coupled to the processor and the transmitter for transmitting routing data indicative of the route ; and a receiver at the mobile unit for receiving the routing data and : information indicative of a graphical representation of an intersection to be traversed , said representation including vectors defining streets and respective angles with respect to the intersection ; and street sign information located at said intersection from the transmitter of said base unit , said transmitter being coupled with the output means for providing the route guidance information to the output means responsive to the routing data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (first transmission means, calculating means, remote location) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (first transmission means, calculating means, remote location) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5543789A CLAIM 29 . A system for communicating routing information as defined in claim 28 wherein the base unit includes a map database and wherein the calculating means (invoice information, destination information) calculates the route using the map database . US5543789A CLAIM 46 . A system for communicating routing information as defined in claim 28 wherein the communication means comprises first transmission means (invoice information, destination information) at the mobile unit for transmitting the origin and the destination and first receiving means at the mobile unit for receiving the route , and second receiving means at the base unit for receiving the origin and the destination and second transmitting means at base unit for transmitting the route . US5543789A CLAIM 52 . A system for providing route guidance information to a remote location (invoice information, destination information) from a central location , the system comprising : a mobile unit including an input for providing at least a route destination and an output for providing an indication of the route guidance information ; a transmitter at the mobile unit for transmitting destination data and origin data from the mobile unit , the destination data being indicative of the route destination and the origin data being indicative of a route origin ; a base unit at the central location , a receiver of the base unit for receiving the destination data and the origin data from the transmitter , a processor of said base unit coupled with the receiver for calculating data defining a route to the route destination from a route origin responsive to receiving the destination data and the origin data , the transmitter of the base unit coupled to the processor and the transmitter for transmitting routing data indicative of the route ; and a receiver at the mobile unit for receiving the routing data and : information indicative of a graphical representation of an intersection to be traversed , said representation including vectors defining streets and respective angles with respect to the intersection ; and street sign information located at said intersection from the transmitter of said base unit , said transmitter being coupled with the output means for providing the route guidance information to the output means responsive to the routing data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (first transmission means, calculating means, remote location) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (first transmission means, calculating means, remote location) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message (second message) to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5543789A CLAIM 11 . A method of providing route guidance information from a base unit to a mobile unit in response to a request from the mobile unit as recited in claim 10 wherein the response formatting step includes providing a second message (second message) identifier within the response . US5543789A CLAIM 29 . A system for communicating routing information as defined in claim 28 wherein the base unit includes a map database and wherein the calculating means (invoice information, destination information) calculates the route using the map database . US5543789A CLAIM 46 . A system for communicating routing information as defined in claim 28 wherein the communication means comprises first transmission means (invoice information, destination information) at the mobile unit for transmitting the origin and the destination and first receiving means at the mobile unit for receiving the route , and second receiving means at the base unit for receiving the origin and the destination and second transmitting means at base unit for transmitting the route . US5543789A CLAIM 52 . A system for providing route guidance information to a remote location (invoice information, destination information) from a central location , the system comprising : a mobile unit including an input for providing at least a route destination and an output for providing an indication of the route guidance information ; a transmitter at the mobile unit for transmitting destination data and origin data from the mobile unit , the destination data being indicative of the route destination and the origin data being indicative of a route origin ; a base unit at the central location , a receiver of the base unit for receiving the destination data and the origin data from the transmitter , a processor of said base unit coupled with the receiver for calculating data defining a route to the route destination from a route origin responsive to receiving the destination data and the origin data , the transmitter of the base unit coupled to the processor and the transmitter for transmitting routing data indicative of the route ; and a receiver at the mobile unit for receiving the routing data and : information indicative of a graphical representation of an intersection to be traversed , said representation including vectors defining streets and respective angles with respect to the intersection ; and street sign information located at said intersection from the transmitter of said base unit , said transmitter being coupled with the output means for providing the route guidance information to the output means responsive to the routing data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (input device) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5543789A CLAIM 28 . A system for communicating routing information between a base unit and a mobile unit , the system comprising : an input device (input device) at the mobile unit for providing an origin and a destination ; a processor of the base unit for calculating a route between the origin and the destination , said route including a plurality of intersections to be traversed and the data generated by said processor defining said route ; and communication means for communicating the origin and the destination from the mobile unit to the base unit and for communicating the route and : information indicative of a graphical representation of an intersection to be traversed , said representation including vectors defining streets and respective angles with respect to the intersection ; and street sign information located at said intersection from the base unit to the mobile unit . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (input device) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5543789A CLAIM 28 . A system for communicating routing information between a base unit and a mobile unit , the system comprising : an input device (input device) at the mobile unit for providing an origin and a destination ; a processor of the base unit for calculating a route between the origin and the destination , said route including a plurality of intersections to be traversed and the data generated by said processor defining said route ; and communication means for communicating the origin and the destination from the mobile unit to the base unit and for communicating the route and : information indicative of a graphical representation of an intersection to be traversed , said representation including vectors defining streets and respective angles with respect to the intersection ; and street sign information located at said intersection from the base unit to the mobile unit . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5731785A Filed: 1994-05-13 Issued: 1998-03-24 System and method for locating objects including an inhibiting feature (Original Assignee) Lemelson; Jerome H.; Pedersen; Robert Jerome H. Lemelson, Robert Pedersen |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (input line) , sender information (said receiver) , shipper information , destination information (calculated location) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (motor vehicle) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5731785A CLAIM 1 . A method for locating one of a plurality of identifiable , moveable objects on the surface of the earth comprising : (a) receiving location-indicating information signals from a plurality of earth satellites at a portable receiver coupled to a moveable object ; (b) calculating the location of said object using said location-indicating signals ; (c) transmitting a remotely generated inquiry signal particularly identifying the object ; (d) when the receiver of the object receives the inquiry signal , transmitting from said receiver (sender information) to a monitor station signals indicating the calculated location (destination information, map information) of the object ; and (e) employing said transmitted signals to intelligibly indicate at the monitor station the location of said object ; (f) wherein the transmission of calculated location signals from the object is inhibited for a time by entering an inhibiting personal identification number at the object . US5731785A CLAIM 24 . A system in accordance with claim 21 wherein said object is a motor vehicle (invoice information) . US5731785A CLAIM 32 . A system in accordance with claim 21 wherein the monitor station further includes a central transmitter configured to transmit the inquiry signal and an automatically monitored input telephone line configured to receive a request for transmission of the inquiry signal , and wherein the central transmitter is coupled to the telephone line so as to be activated to transmit the inquiry signal upon request on the input line (origination information) initiated remote from the monitor station . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (input line) , sender information (said receiver) , shipper information , destination information (calculated location) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (motor vehicle) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5731785A CLAIM 1 . A method for locating one of a plurality of identifiable , moveable objects on the surface of the earth comprising : (a) receiving location-indicating information signals from a plurality of earth satellites at a portable receiver coupled to a moveable object ; (b) calculating the location of said object using said location-indicating signals ; (c) transmitting a remotely generated inquiry signal particularly identifying the object ; (d) when the receiver of the object receives the inquiry signal , transmitting from said receiver (sender information) to a monitor station signals indicating the calculated location (destination information, map information) of the object ; and (e) employing said transmitted signals to intelligibly indicate at the monitor station the location of said object ; (f) wherein the transmission of calculated location signals from the object is inhibited for a time by entering an inhibiting personal identification number at the object . US5731785A CLAIM 24 . A system in accordance with claim 21 wherein said object is a motor vehicle (invoice information) . US5731785A CLAIM 32 . A system in accordance with claim 21 wherein the monitor station further includes a central transmitter configured to transmit the inquiry signal and an automatically monitored input telephone line configured to receive a request for transmission of the inquiry signal , and wherein the central transmitter is coupled to the telephone line so as to be activated to transmit the inquiry signal upon request on the input line (origination information) initiated remote from the monitor station . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information (input line) regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (said receiver) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (calculated location) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (motor vehicle) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information (calculated location) , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5731785A CLAIM 1 . A method for locating one of a plurality of identifiable , moveable objects on the surface of the earth comprising : (a) receiving location-indicating information signals from a plurality of earth satellites at a portable receiver coupled to a moveable object ; (b) calculating the location of said object using said location-indicating signals ; (c) transmitting a remotely generated inquiry signal particularly identifying the object ; (d) when the receiver of the object receives the inquiry signal , transmitting from said receiver (sender information) to a monitor station signals indicating the calculated location (destination information, map information) of the object ; and (e) employing said transmitted signals to intelligibly indicate at the monitor station the location of said object ; (f) wherein the transmission of calculated location signals from the object is inhibited for a time by entering an inhibiting personal identification number at the object . US5731785A CLAIM 24 . A system in accordance with claim 21 wherein said object is a motor vehicle (invoice information) . US5731785A CLAIM 32 . A system in accordance with claim 21 wherein the monitor station further includes a central transmitter configured to transmit the inquiry signal and an automatically monitored input telephone line configured to receive a request for transmission of the inquiry signal , and wherein the central transmitter is coupled to the telephone line so as to be activated to transmit the inquiry signal upon request on the input line (origination information) initiated remote from the monitor station . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5497419A Filed: 1994-04-19 Issued: 1996-03-05 Method and apparatus for recording sensor data (Original Assignee) Prima Facie Inc (Current Assignee) MOBIUS ACQUISITION HOLDINGS LLC ; Progress Bank Brian R. Hill |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (containing data) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5497419A CLAIM 7 . A method for retrieving sensor data originally produced by one or more sensors , the sensor data being encrypted with a video signal to produce a recorded signal that protects the sensor data and being contained in signals from one or more sensors , the method comprising the steps of : a) playing back the recorded signal to produce a played-back signal ; b) decrypting the played-back signal to produce a video signal and one or more sensor signals containing data (sender information) originally produced by one or more sensors ; and c) processing the one or more sensor signals to produce the sensor data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (containing data) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5497419A CLAIM 7 . A method for retrieving sensor data originally produced by one or more sensors , the sensor data being encrypted with a video signal to produce a recorded signal that protects the sensor data and being contained in signals from one or more sensors , the method comprising the steps of : a) playing back the recorded signal to produce a played-back signal ; b) decrypting the played-back signal to produce a video signal and one or more sensor signals containing data (sender information) originally produced by one or more sensors ; and c) processing the one or more sensor signals to produce the sensor data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (containing data) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5497419A CLAIM 7 . A method for retrieving sensor data originally produced by one or more sensors , the sensor data being encrypted with a video signal to produce a recorded signal that protects the sensor data and being contained in signals from one or more sensors , the method comprising the steps of : a) playing back the recorded signal to produce a played-back signal ; b) decrypting the played-back signal to produce a video signal and one or more sensor signals containing data (sender information) originally produced by one or more sensors ; and c) processing the one or more sensor signals to produce the sensor data . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (signal processing) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5497419A CLAIM 16 . Apparatus for recording sensor data with a video signal , the sensor data being contained in signals from one or more sensors , the apparatus comprising : an encryption circuit to encrypt the signals from the one or more sensors ; a signal processing (sensor monitors) circuit to combine the video signal and the encrypted signals to produce an output signal ; and a recorder to record the output signal on a recording medium . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (signal processing) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5497419A CLAIM 16 . Apparatus for recording sensor data with a video signal , the sensor data being contained in signals from one or more sensors , the apparatus comprising : an encryption circuit to encrypt the signals from the one or more sensors ; a signal processing (sensor monitors) circuit to combine the video signal and the encrypted signals to produce an output signal ; and a recorder to record the output signal on a recording medium . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5510828A Filed: 1994-03-01 Issued: 1996-04-23 Interactive video display system (Original Assignee) Lutterbach; R. Steven; Smith; Frederick; Zapf; Peter J. R. Steven Lutterbach, Frederick Smith, Peter J. Zapf |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (said receiver) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (radio transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5510828A CLAIM 1 . An integrated video display system for communicating with local viewers comprising : means for receiving a modulated signal carrying related audio and video information ; a video and audio control operatively connected to said receiving means for receiving the modulated signal and separating the signal into a video signal and an audio signal ; a video display monitor connected to said control for receiving the video signal and displaying the video information carried by said video signal ; a radio transmitter (receiver information) connected to said control for receiving the audio signal and transmitting a radio frequency signal at a select frequency so that the audio information related to the video information can be received by users proximate the video display monitor ; and an interactive control operatively associated with said video and audio control for locally generating instructions to be displayed , the locally generated instructions being related to the audio and video information of the received modulated signal , said video and audio control combining the received instructions with the received video information prior to transferring the video signal to the video display monitor , the receiving means , video and audio control , video display monitor , radio transmitter and interactive control all being operatively associated together as an integral system . US5510828A CLAIM 9 . An interactive video display system for communicating with local viewers comprising : means for receiving a modulated signal carrying related audio and video information ; a video and audio control operatively connected to said receiving means for receiving the modulated signal and separating the signal into a video signal and a audio signal ; a video display monitor connected to said control for receiving the video signal and displaying the video information carried by said video signal ; a radio transmitter connected to said control for receiving the audio signal and transmitting a radio frequency signal at a selected frequency so that the audio information related to the video information can be received by users proximate the video display monitor ; and an interactive control operatively associated with said video and audio control for generating instructions to be displayed , said video and audio control combining the received instructions with the received video information prior to transferring the video signal to the video display monitor ; and a receiver operatively associated with said interactive control for receiving user responses from a user input device proximate the system , wherein said interactive control comprises an interactive marketing system including means for generating a series of statements to be displayed on the display system and means for receiving and storing responses to said statements received from said receiver (sender information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (said receiver) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (radio transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5510828A CLAIM 1 . An integrated video display system for communicating with local viewers comprising : means for receiving a modulated signal carrying related audio and video information ; a video and audio control operatively connected to said receiving means for receiving the modulated signal and separating the signal into a video signal and an audio signal ; a video display monitor connected to said control for receiving the video signal and displaying the video information carried by said video signal ; a radio transmitter (receiver information) connected to said control for receiving the audio signal and transmitting a radio frequency signal at a select frequency so that the audio information related to the video information can be received by users proximate the video display monitor ; and an interactive control operatively associated with said video and audio control for locally generating instructions to be displayed , the locally generated instructions being related to the audio and video information of the received modulated signal , said video and audio control combining the received instructions with the received video information prior to transferring the video signal to the video display monitor , the receiving means , video and audio control , video display monitor , radio transmitter and interactive control all being operatively associated together as an integral system . US5510828A CLAIM 9 . An interactive video display system for communicating with local viewers comprising : means for receiving a modulated signal carrying related audio and video information ; a video and audio control operatively connected to said receiving means for receiving the modulated signal and separating the signal into a video signal and a audio signal ; a video display monitor connected to said control for receiving the video signal and displaying the video information carried by said video signal ; a radio transmitter connected to said control for receiving the audio signal and transmitting a radio frequency signal at a selected frequency so that the audio information related to the video information can be received by users proximate the video display monitor ; and an interactive control operatively associated with said video and audio control for generating instructions to be displayed , said video and audio control combining the received instructions with the received video information prior to transferring the video signal to the video display monitor ; and a receiver operatively associated with said interactive control for receiving user responses from a user input device proximate the system , wherein said interactive control comprises an interactive marketing system including means for generating a series of statements to be displayed on the display system and means for receiving and storing responses to said statements received from said receiver (sender information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (said receiver) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (radio transmitter) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message (selected frequency) to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5510828A CLAIM 1 . An integrated video display system for communicating with local viewers comprising : means for receiving a modulated signal carrying related audio and video information ; a video and audio control operatively connected to said receiving means for receiving the modulated signal and separating the signal into a video signal and an audio signal ; a video display monitor connected to said control for receiving the video signal and displaying the video information carried by said video signal ; a radio transmitter (receiver information) connected to said control for receiving the audio signal and transmitting a radio frequency signal at a select frequency so that the audio information related to the video information can be received by users proximate the video display monitor ; and an interactive control operatively associated with said video and audio control for locally generating instructions to be displayed , the locally generated instructions being related to the audio and video information of the received modulated signal , said video and audio control combining the received instructions with the received video information prior to transferring the video signal to the video display monitor , the receiving means , video and audio control , video display monitor , radio transmitter and interactive control all being operatively associated together as an integral system . US5510828A CLAIM 9 . An interactive video display system for communicating with local viewers comprising : means for receiving a modulated signal carrying related audio and video information ; a video and audio control operatively connected to said receiving means for receiving the modulated signal and separating the signal into a video signal and a audio signal ; a video display monitor connected to said control for receiving the video signal and displaying the video information carried by said video signal ; a radio transmitter connected to said control for receiving the audio signal and transmitting a radio frequency signal at a selected frequency (second message) so that the audio information related to the video information can be received by users proximate the video display monitor ; and an interactive control operatively associated with said video and audio control for generating instructions to be displayed , said video and audio control combining the received instructions with the received video information prior to transferring the video signal to the video display monitor ; and a receiver operatively associated with said interactive control for receiving user responses from a user input device proximate the system , wherein said interactive control comprises an interactive marketing system including means for generating a series of statements to be displayed on the display system and means for receiving and storing responses to said statements received from said receiver (sender information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (input device) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5510828A CLAIM 8 . The video display system of claim 1 further comprising a receiver operatively associated with said interactive control for receiving user responses from a user input device (input device) proximate the system . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (input device) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5510828A CLAIM 8 . The video display system of claim 1 further comprising a receiver operatively associated with said interactive control for receiving user responses from a user input device (input device) proximate the system . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5515285A Filed: 1993-12-16 Issued: 1996-05-07 System for monitoring vehicles during a crisis situation (Original Assignee) Car Trace Inc (Current Assignee) Car Trace Inc Charles N. Garrett, Sr., Anthony F. Garrett, Brent W. Reed, William P. Lovegrove |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (radio signals, input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (pass signal) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (pass signal) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5515285A CLAIM 1 . Reporting apparatus carried on-board a vehicle to facilitate monitoring of the vehicle at a remote monitoring site during a crisis situation , said reporting apparatus comprising : input means (inputting information, destination information) for denoting occurrence of the crisis situation , said input means including at least one panic actuator selectively actuatable to initiate a first silent state and a second conspicuous state ; location determination means for determining a current location of the vehicle ; alarm indicator means for conspicuously indicating occurrence of the crisis situation ; communicator means for providing communication with the remote monitoring site during the crisis situation ; system processor means operatively connected to said input means and said location determination means for initiating communication with the remote monitoring site via said communicator means and providing selected status information thereto , the selected status information including information indicative of the current location of the vehicle ; and said system processor means being further operative to selectively implement an alarm based on an input received from said panic actuator having said first silent state during which said selected status information is transmitted to said remote monitoring site without said alarm indicator means being conspicuously activated and said second conspicuous state during which the selected status information is provided to the remote monitoring site and said alarm indicator means are conspicuously activated . US5515285A CLAIM 9 . Reporting apparatus as in claim 1 , wherein said location determination means includes at least one receiver device operative to receive selected radio signals (inputting information, destination information) from which location of the vehicle may be determined . US5515285A CLAIM 14 . Reporting apparatus as in claim 13 , wherein said signal splitter network is configured to pass signal (invoice information, processor processes information) s having a frequency of below approximately 200 kHz to said Loran receiver and signals having a frequency of greater than approximately 200 kHz to an entertainment radio of the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (pass signal) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5515285A CLAIM 14 . Reporting apparatus as in claim 13 , wherein said signal splitter network is configured to pass signal (invoice information, processor processes information) s having a frequency of below approximately 200 kHz to said Loran receiver and signals having a frequency of greater than approximately 200 kHz to an entertainment radio of the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (radio signals, input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (pass signal) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5515285A CLAIM 1 . Reporting apparatus carried on-board a vehicle to facilitate monitoring of the vehicle at a remote monitoring site during a crisis situation , said reporting apparatus comprising : input means (inputting information, destination information) for denoting occurrence of the crisis situation , said input means including at least one panic actuator selectively actuatable to initiate a first silent state and a second conspicuous state ; location determination means for determining a current location of the vehicle ; alarm indicator means for conspicuously indicating occurrence of the crisis situation ; communicator means for providing communication with the remote monitoring site during the crisis situation ; system processor means operatively connected to said input means and said location determination means for initiating communication with the remote monitoring site via said communicator means and providing selected status information thereto , the selected status information including information indicative of the current location of the vehicle ; and said system processor means being further operative to selectively implement an alarm based on an input received from said panic actuator having said first silent state during which said selected status information is transmitted to said remote monitoring site without said alarm indicator means being conspicuously activated and said second conspicuous state during which the selected status information is provided to the remote monitoring site and said alarm indicator means are conspicuously activated . US5515285A CLAIM 9 . Reporting apparatus as in claim 1 , wherein said location determination means includes at least one receiver device operative to receive selected radio signals (inputting information, destination information) from which location of the vehicle may be determined . US5515285A CLAIM 14 . Reporting apparatus as in claim 13 , wherein said signal splitter network is configured to pass signal (invoice information, processor processes information) s having a frequency of below approximately 200 kHz to said Loran receiver and signals having a frequency of greater than approximately 200 kHz to an entertainment radio of the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (radio signals, input means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (pass signal) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5515285A CLAIM 1 . Reporting apparatus carried on-board a vehicle to facilitate monitoring of the vehicle at a remote monitoring site during a crisis situation , said reporting apparatus comprising : input means (inputting information, destination information) for denoting occurrence of the crisis situation , said input means including at least one panic actuator selectively actuatable to initiate a first silent state and a second conspicuous state ; location determination means for determining a current location of the vehicle ; alarm indicator means for conspicuously indicating occurrence of the crisis situation ; communicator means for providing communication with the remote monitoring site during the crisis situation ; system processor means operatively connected to said input means and said location determination means for initiating communication with the remote monitoring site via said communicator means and providing selected status information thereto , the selected status information including information indicative of the current location of the vehicle ; and said system processor means being further operative to selectively implement an alarm based on an input received from said panic actuator having said first silent state during which said selected status information is transmitted to said remote monitoring site without said alarm indicator means being conspicuously activated and said second conspicuous state during which the selected status information is provided to the remote monitoring site and said alarm indicator means are conspicuously activated . US5515285A CLAIM 9 . Reporting apparatus as in claim 1 , wherein said location determination means includes at least one receiver device operative to receive selected radio signals (inputting information, destination information) from which location of the vehicle may be determined . US5515285A CLAIM 14 . Reporting apparatus as in claim 13 , wherein said signal splitter network is configured to pass signal (invoice information, processor processes information) s having a frequency of below approximately 200 kHz to said Loran receiver and signals having a frequency of greater than approximately 200 kHz to an entertainment radio of the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (radio signals, input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5515285A CLAIM 1 . Reporting apparatus carried on-board a vehicle to facilitate monitoring of the vehicle at a remote monitoring site during a crisis situation , said reporting apparatus comprising : input means (inputting information, destination information) for denoting occurrence of the crisis situation , said input means including at least one panic actuator selectively actuatable to initiate a first silent state and a second conspicuous state ; location determination means for determining a current location of the vehicle ; alarm indicator means for conspicuously indicating occurrence of the crisis situation ; communicator means for providing communication with the remote monitoring site during the crisis situation ; system processor means operatively connected to said input means and said location determination means for initiating communication with the remote monitoring site via said communicator means and providing selected status information thereto , the selected status information including information indicative of the current location of the vehicle ; and said system processor means being further operative to selectively implement an alarm based on an input received from said panic actuator having said first silent state during which said selected status information is transmitted to said remote monitoring site without said alarm indicator means being conspicuously activated and said second conspicuous state during which the selected status information is provided to the remote monitoring site and said alarm indicator means are conspicuously activated . US5515285A CLAIM 9 . Reporting apparatus as in claim 1 , wherein said location determination means includes at least one receiver device operative to receive selected radio signals (inputting information, destination information) from which location of the vehicle may be determined . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (pass signal) regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5515285A CLAIM 14 . Reporting apparatus as in claim 13 , wherein said signal splitter network is configured to pass signal (invoice information, processor processes information) s having a frequency of below approximately 200 kHz to said Loran receiver and signals having a frequency of greater than approximately 200 kHz to an entertainment radio of the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (radio signals, input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5515285A CLAIM 1 . Reporting apparatus carried on-board a vehicle to facilitate monitoring of the vehicle at a remote monitoring site during a crisis situation , said reporting apparatus comprising : input means (inputting information, destination information) for denoting occurrence of the crisis situation , said input means including at least one panic actuator selectively actuatable to initiate a first silent state and a second conspicuous state ; location determination means for determining a current location of the vehicle ; alarm indicator means for conspicuously indicating occurrence of the crisis situation ; communicator means for providing communication with the remote monitoring site during the crisis situation ; system processor means operatively connected to said input means and said location determination means for initiating communication with the remote monitoring site via said communicator means and providing selected status information thereto , the selected status information including information indicative of the current location of the vehicle ; and said system processor means being further operative to selectively implement an alarm based on an input received from said panic actuator having said first silent state during which said selected status information is transmitted to said remote monitoring site without said alarm indicator means being conspicuously activated and said second conspicuous state during which the selected status information is provided to the remote monitoring site and said alarm indicator means are conspicuously activated . US5515285A CLAIM 9 . Reporting apparatus as in claim 1 , wherein said location determination means includes at least one receiver device operative to receive selected radio signals (inputting information, destination information) from which location of the vehicle may be determined . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5510832A Filed: 1993-12-01 Issued: 1996-04-23 Synthesized stereoscopic imaging system and method (Original Assignee) Medi Vision Tech Inc (Current Assignee) DENISE RICH Baxter J. Garcia |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (infrared transmitter) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5510832A CLAIM 5 . The system of claim 1 , wherein said viewing glasses are liquid crystal switching viewing glasses and said means for controlling is a switched infrared transmitter (invoice information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (infrared transmitter) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5510832A CLAIM 5 . The system of claim 1 , wherein said viewing glasses are liquid crystal switching viewing glasses and said means for controlling is a switched infrared transmitter (invoice information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (infrared transmitter) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5510832A CLAIM 5 . The system of claim 1 , wherein said viewing glasses are liquid crystal switching viewing glasses and said means for controlling is a switched infrared transmitter (invoice information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (said time) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
US5510832A CLAIM 1 . An imaging system for producing a synthesized stereoscopic image from a single two-dimensional monocular source video signal , which signal includes a sequence of video images , comprising : a) means for receiving the single two-dimensional monocular source video signal ; b) means for i) digitally converting the single two-dimensional monocular source video signal to a three-dimensional video image signal by a first analog-to-digital step of acquiring a sequence of the video images from the two-dimensional monocular source video signal , storing these video images in a digital buffer memory , and therafter temporally displacing and horizontally offsetting the digital buffered video images , and for ii) then time-multiplexing the converted three-dimensional video images ; c) a single-screen video display receiving and displaying said time (delivery message) -multiplexed three-dimensional video image ; d) viewing glasses adapted for alternate left-eye , right-eye human viewing said video display by alternate shuttering ; and e) means for controlling said alternate left-eye , right-eye shuttering of said viewing glasses . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (said time) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
US5510832A CLAIM 1 . An imaging system for producing a synthesized stereoscopic image from a single two-dimensional monocular source video signal , which signal includes a sequence of video images , comprising : a) means for receiving the single two-dimensional monocular source video signal ; b) means for i) digitally converting the single two-dimensional monocular source video signal to a three-dimensional video image signal by a first analog-to-digital step of acquiring a sequence of the video images from the two-dimensional monocular source video signal , storing these video images in a digital buffer memory , and therafter temporally displacing and horizontally offsetting the digital buffered video images , and for ii) then time-multiplexing the converted three-dimensional video images ; c) a single-screen video display receiving and displaying said time (delivery message) -multiplexed three-dimensional video image ; d) viewing glasses adapted for alternate left-eye , right-eye human viewing said video display by alternate shuttering ; and e) means for controlling said alternate left-eye , right-eye shuttering of said viewing glasses . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5734413A Filed: 1993-11-30 Issued: 1998-03-31 Transaction based interactive television system (Original Assignee) Thomson Multimedia SA (Current Assignee) OpenTV Inc ; Zing Systems LP John P. Lappington, Susan K. Marshall, Wayne Y. Yamamoto, Cameron A. Wilson |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (said receiver) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (infrared transmitter) , packing slip information (series data) , delivery time information (same time interval, same time period) , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (same one) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5734413A CLAIM 1 . An interactive presentation system , comprising : a receiver adapted to receive interactive data ; a processor , in communication with said receiver (sender information) , programmed to process said interactive data and present transactions based on said interactive data ; and memory , in communication with said processor , adapted to store data , said memory including a plurality of programmer tables . US5734413A CLAIM 11 . An interactive presentation system according to claim 10 , wherein said settop device includes an infrared transmitter (invoice information) for transmitting said interactive data ; and said receiver includes an infrared receiver for receiving said interactive data from said infrared transmitter . US5734413A CLAIM 24 . A method for presenting interactive programs via an interactive system such that a plurality of said interactive programs can be interleaved , said interactive system including a remote terminal for presenting said interactive programs , said remote terminal being selectively tuneable to receive and present at least one of said plurality of interactive programs , said remote terminal having a memory unit , the method comprising the steps of : dividing a portion of said memory unit in said remote terminal into a plurality of programmer tables ; assigning a first identification code to a first one of said programmer tables ; assigning a second identification code to a second one of said programmer tables , said second identification code being different from said first identification code ; constructing first interactive data , said first interactive data including first commands and first event specific data , said first interactive data containing a reference to said first identification code ; constructing second interactive data , said second interactive data including second commands and second event specific data , said second interactive data containing a reference to said second identification code ; sending said first interactive data and said second interactive data to a remote location during a same time period (delivery time information) ; receiving said first interactive data and said second interactive data at said remote location ; allowing a viewer at said remote location to selectively tune said remote terminal to operate upon selected interactive data , said selected interactive data being either said first interactive data or said second interactive data ; presenting said viewer with a transaction , on said remote terminal based on said selected interactive data ; and updating one of said first and second programmer tables referenced by said selected interactive data . US5734413A CLAIM 111 . An interactive presentation system according to claim 110 , wherein said first interactive data is transmitted during a same time interval (delivery time information) as said second interactive data . US5734413A CLAIM 114 . An interactive presentation system according to claim 113 , wherein at least two of said plurality of interactive programs are associated with a same one (communication device) of said programmer tables . US5734413A CLAIM 127 . A method for presenting an interactive program according to claim 123 , wherein : said sequencing data includes game data and series data (packing slip information, map information) ; said sequencing information includes game information and series information ; said memory of said viewer unit stores a cumulative score ; said step of comparing includes comparing said game data to said game information and comparing said series data to said series information ; and the method further includes the step of : updating said cumulative score if said game data matches said game information and said series data matches said series information . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (same one) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5734413A CLAIM 114 . An interactive presentation system according to claim 113 , wherein at least two of said plurality of interactive programs are associated with a same one (communication device) of said programmer tables . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (said receiver) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (infrared transmitter) , packing slip information (series data) , delivery time information (same time interval, same time period) , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5734413A CLAIM 1 . An interactive presentation system , comprising : a receiver adapted to receive interactive data ; a processor , in communication with said receiver (sender information) , programmed to process said interactive data and present transactions based on said interactive data ; and memory , in communication with said processor , adapted to store data , said memory including a plurality of programmer tables . US5734413A CLAIM 11 . An interactive presentation system according to claim 10 , wherein said settop device includes an infrared transmitter (invoice information) for transmitting said interactive data ; and said receiver includes an infrared receiver for receiving said interactive data from said infrared transmitter . US5734413A CLAIM 24 . A method for presenting interactive programs via an interactive system such that a plurality of said interactive programs can be interleaved , said interactive system including a remote terminal for presenting said interactive programs , said remote terminal being selectively tuneable to receive and present at least one of said plurality of interactive programs , said remote terminal having a memory unit , the method comprising the steps of : dividing a portion of said memory unit in said remote terminal into a plurality of programmer tables ; assigning a first identification code to a first one of said programmer tables ; assigning a second identification code to a second one of said programmer tables , said second identification code being different from said first identification code ; constructing first interactive data , said first interactive data including first commands and first event specific data , said first interactive data containing a reference to said first identification code ; constructing second interactive data , said second interactive data including second commands and second event specific data , said second interactive data containing a reference to said second identification code ; sending said first interactive data and said second interactive data to a remote location during a same time period (delivery time information) ; receiving said first interactive data and said second interactive data at said remote location ; allowing a viewer at said remote location to selectively tune said remote terminal to operate upon selected interactive data , said selected interactive data being either said first interactive data or said second interactive data ; presenting said viewer with a transaction , on said remote terminal based on said selected interactive data ; and updating one of said first and second programmer tables referenced by said selected interactive data . US5734413A CLAIM 111 . An interactive presentation system according to claim 110 , wherein said first interactive data is transmitted during a same time interval (delivery time information) as said second interactive data . US5734413A CLAIM 127 . A method for presenting an interactive program according to claim 123 , wherein : said sequencing data includes game data and series data (packing slip information, map information) ; said sequencing information includes game information and series information ; said memory of said viewer unit stores a cumulative score ; said step of comparing includes comparing said game data to said game information and comparing said series data to said series information ; and the method further includes the step of : updating said cumulative score if said game data matches said game information and said series data matches said series information . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (said receiver) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (infrared transmitter) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information (series data) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information (same time interval, same time period) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information (series data) , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (same one) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5734413A CLAIM 1 . An interactive presentation system , comprising : a receiver adapted to receive interactive data ; a processor , in communication with said receiver (sender information) , programmed to process said interactive data and present transactions based on said interactive data ; and memory , in communication with said processor , adapted to store data , said memory including a plurality of programmer tables . US5734413A CLAIM 11 . An interactive presentation system according to claim 10 , wherein said settop device includes an infrared transmitter (invoice information) for transmitting said interactive data ; and said receiver includes an infrared receiver for receiving said interactive data from said infrared transmitter . US5734413A CLAIM 24 . A method for presenting interactive programs via an interactive system such that a plurality of said interactive programs can be interleaved , said interactive system including a remote terminal for presenting said interactive programs , said remote terminal being selectively tuneable to receive and present at least one of said plurality of interactive programs , said remote terminal having a memory unit , the method comprising the steps of : dividing a portion of said memory unit in said remote terminal into a plurality of programmer tables ; assigning a first identification code to a first one of said programmer tables ; assigning a second identification code to a second one of said programmer tables , said second identification code being different from said first identification code ; constructing first interactive data , said first interactive data including first commands and first event specific data , said first interactive data containing a reference to said first identification code ; constructing second interactive data , said second interactive data including second commands and second event specific data , said second interactive data containing a reference to said second identification code ; sending said first interactive data and said second interactive data to a remote location during a same time period (delivery time information) ; receiving said first interactive data and said second interactive data at said remote location ; allowing a viewer at said remote location to selectively tune said remote terminal to operate upon selected interactive data , said selected interactive data being either said first interactive data or said second interactive data ; presenting said viewer with a transaction , on said remote terminal based on said selected interactive data ; and updating one of said first and second programmer tables referenced by said selected interactive data . US5734413A CLAIM 111 . An interactive presentation system according to claim 110 , wherein said first interactive data is transmitted during a same time interval (delivery time information) as said second interactive data . US5734413A CLAIM 114 . An interactive presentation system according to claim 113 , wherein at least two of said plurality of interactive programs are associated with a same one (communication device) of said programmer tables . US5734413A CLAIM 127 . A method for presenting an interactive program according to claim 123 , wherein : said sequencing data includes game data and series data (packing slip information, map information) ; said sequencing information includes game information and series information ; said memory of said viewer unit stores a cumulative score ; said step of comparing includes comparing said game data to said game information and comparing said series data to said series information ; and the method further includes the step of : updating said cumulative score if said game data matches said game information and said series data matches said series information . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (timing means, said time) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (same one) . |
US5734413A CLAIM 15 . An interactive presentation system according to claim 12 , wherein said insertion system comprises : timing means (delivery message) for reading timing information from said television signal ; a video processor , in communication with said timing means ; a memory element , in communication with said processor , for storing said interactive data to be inserted into a vertical blanking interval of said television signal ; and a video multiplexer , in communication with said memory element and said timing means , for selectively outputting either said television signal or said interactive data stored in said memory element . US5734413A CLAIM 46 . A system according to claim 45 , wherein said time (delivery message) d insertion means inserts said interactive data into a specific video frame indicated by said timing information . US5734413A CLAIM 114 . An interactive presentation system according to claim 113 , wherein at least two of said plurality of interactive programs are associated with a same one (communication device) of said programmer tables . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (same one) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5734413A CLAIM 114 . An interactive presentation system according to claim 113 , wherein at least two of said plurality of interactive programs are associated with a same one (communication device) of said programmer tables . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (timing means, said time) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (same one) . |
US5734413A CLAIM 15 . An interactive presentation system according to claim 12 , wherein said insertion system comprises : timing means (delivery message) for reading timing information from said television signal ; a video processor , in communication with said timing means ; a memory element , in communication with said processor , for storing said interactive data to be inserted into a vertical blanking interval of said television signal ; and a video multiplexer , in communication with said memory element and said timing means , for selectively outputting either said television signal or said interactive data stored in said memory element . US5734413A CLAIM 46 . A system according to claim 45 , wherein said time (delivery message) d insertion means inserts said interactive data into a specific video frame indicated by said timing information . US5734413A CLAIM 114 . An interactive presentation system according to claim 113 , wherein at least two of said plurality of interactive programs are associated with a same one (communication device) of said programmer tables . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5557254A Filed: 1993-11-16 Issued: 1996-09-17 Programmable vehicle monitoring and security system having multiple access verification devices (Original Assignee) Mobile Security Communications Inc (Current Assignee) IFLEET Inc Sam Johnson, Cecil W. Ashe, Jesse B. Yates |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (telephone system, work station) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (monitoring system) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5557254A CLAIM 4 . The security system of claim 3 , wherein said central monitoring system (processor processes information) further comprises : a computer connected to said transceiver ; and at least one display device connected to said computer and operable to display said image ; said computer including means operable , responsive to recognition that said image is not an image of an authorized occupant of said vehicle , causing said control information to be sent by said transceiver to said vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (monitoring system) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5557254A CLAIM 4 . The security system of claim 3 , wherein said central monitoring system (processor processes information) further comprises : a computer connected to said transceiver ; and at least one display device connected to said computer and operable to display said image ; said computer including means operable , responsive to recognition that said image is not an image of an authorized occupant of said vehicle , causing said control information to be sent by said transceiver to said vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (said position) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5557254A CLAIM 1 . A security system for protecting a vehicle from theft and from carjacking , comprising : a central monitoring station ; at least one intrusion detection device operable to detect a violation of a protection zone of said vehicle and operable to output a signal to indicate a violation of said protection zone ; a calling unit on said vehicle operable to establish a communication link to said central monitoring station ; a computerized control and communications unit connected to said at least one intrusion detection device and a said calling unit , wherein said computerized control and communication unit , responsive to said output signal , causes said calling unit to establish a communication link to said central monitoring station ; a position determination device connected to said control and communications unit and operable to determine position information of said vehicle ; an occupant identification device connected to said computerized control and communications unit and operable to determine the identity of an occupant of said vehicle ; wherein said computerized control and communications unit , responsive to said output signal , obtains said position (inputting information) information from said position determination device and causes said calling unit to transmit said position information to said central monitoring station and wherein upon the detection of a violation of said protection zone of said vehicle , said control and communications unit causes said occupant identification device to verify that said occupant is an authorized occupant of said vehicle ; wherein said computerized control and communications unit further connected to a pager receiver for receiving from said central monitoring station a page and commands to control said vehicle and said security system ; a transceiver on said central monitoring station for receiving information transmitted by said calling unit and for communicating control information to said vehicle to control operational units of said vehicle ; circuitry connected to said control and communications unit and operable to accept an allowed range for said vehicle ; and circuitry connected to said control and communications unit and operable to send a signal to said control and communications unit when said vehicle has left said allowed range , whereby , responsive to said sent signal , said control and communications unit is operative to cause said calling unit to signal to said central monitoring station that said vehicle has left its allowed range . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (monitoring system) regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5557254A CLAIM 4 . The security system of claim 3 , wherein said central monitoring system (processor processes information) further comprises : a computer connected to said transceiver ; and at least one display device connected to said computer and operable to display said image ; said computer including means operable , responsive to recognition that said image is not an image of an authorized occupant of said vehicle , causing said control information to be sent by said transceiver to said vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (said position) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5557254A CLAIM 1 . A security system for protecting a vehicle from theft and from carjacking , comprising : a central monitoring station ; at least one intrusion detection device operable to detect a violation of a protection zone of said vehicle and operable to output a signal to indicate a violation of said protection zone ; a calling unit on said vehicle operable to establish a communication link to said central monitoring station ; a computerized control and communications unit connected to said at least one intrusion detection device and a said calling unit , wherein said computerized control and communication unit , responsive to said output signal , causes said calling unit to establish a communication link to said central monitoring station ; a position determination device connected to said control and communications unit and operable to determine position information of said vehicle ; an occupant identification device connected to said computerized control and communications unit and operable to determine the identity of an occupant of said vehicle ; wherein said computerized control and communications unit , responsive to said output signal , obtains said position (inputting information) information from said position determination device and causes said calling unit to transmit said position information to said central monitoring station and wherein upon the detection of a violation of said protection zone of said vehicle , said control and communications unit causes said occupant identification device to verify that said occupant is an authorized occupant of said vehicle ; wherein said computerized control and communications unit further connected to a pager receiver for receiving from said central monitoring station a page and commands to control said vehicle and said security system ; a transceiver on said central monitoring station for receiving information transmitted by said calling unit and for communicating control information to said vehicle to control operational units of said vehicle ; circuitry connected to said control and communications unit and operable to accept an allowed range for said vehicle ; and circuitry connected to said control and communications unit and operable to send a signal to said control and communications unit when said vehicle has left said allowed range , whereby , responsive to said sent signal , said control and communications unit is operative to cause said calling unit to signal to said central monitoring station that said vehicle has left its allowed range . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5412660A Filed: 1993-09-10 Issued: 1995-05-02 ISDN-to-ISDN communication via satellite microwave radio frequency communications link (Original Assignee) Trimble Inc (Current Assignee) Trimble Inc David T. Chen, Ronald A. Everoski, William C. Lam |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (exchanging data) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5412660A CLAIM 1 . A satellite communications link for transparent , end-to-end transportation between a network and a client of error-free data exchanges having link access protocols otherwise incompatible with signal delay and noise inherent in satellite communication channels , the link comprising : a first interface for connecting to a network channel that is supported by a first data link protocol that detects and corrects end-to-end transmission errors that may be introduced during a signal transmission of a first numbered sequence of first data packets over an access connection ; network-to-satellite protocol conversion means connected to the first network interface and a first satellite communications channel for encapsulating whole frames of said first numbered sequence of first data packets and their respective sequence numbers as data information only into a plurality of data fields respectively included in a second numbered sequence of second data packets for satellite transmission with a second data protocol which includes means for selectively rejecting and retransmitting single ones of said second data packets ; satellite-to-client protocol conversion means connected to a second satellite communications channel capable of exchanging data (communication device) with said first satellite communications channel via an orbiting satellite for unencapsulating said first numbered sequence of first data packets and their respective sequence numbers from said data fields of said second numbered sequence of second data packets ; and a second interface connected to the satellite-to-network protocol conversion means and to a client channel that is supported by said first data link protocol and providing for an end-to-end communication between said client and said network for transparent communications channel support according to said first data link protocol , notwithstanding said intermediate conversion to and from said second data link protocol . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (exchanging data) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5412660A CLAIM 1 . A satellite communications link for transparent , end-to-end transportation between a network and a client of error-free data exchanges having link access protocols otherwise incompatible with signal delay and noise inherent in satellite communication channels , the link comprising : a first interface for connecting to a network channel that is supported by a first data link protocol that detects and corrects end-to-end transmission errors that may be introduced during a signal transmission of a first numbered sequence of first data packets over an access connection ; network-to-satellite protocol conversion means connected to the first network interface and a first satellite communications channel for encapsulating whole frames of said first numbered sequence of first data packets and their respective sequence numbers as data information only into a plurality of data fields respectively included in a second numbered sequence of second data packets for satellite transmission with a second data protocol which includes means for selectively rejecting and retransmitting single ones of said second data packets ; satellite-to-client protocol conversion means connected to a second satellite communications channel capable of exchanging data (communication device) with said first satellite communications channel via an orbiting satellite for unencapsulating said first numbered sequence of first data packets and their respective sequence numbers from said data fields of said second numbered sequence of second data packets ; and a second interface connected to the satellite-to-network protocol conversion means and to a client channel that is supported by said first data link protocol and providing for an end-to-end communication between said client and said network for transparent communications channel support according to said first data link protocol , notwithstanding said intermediate conversion to and from said second data link protocol . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (exchanging data) or to a second communication (second communication) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5412660A CLAIM 1 . A satellite communications link for transparent , end-to-end transportation between a network and a client of error-free data exchanges having link access protocols otherwise incompatible with signal delay and noise inherent in satellite communication channels , the link comprising : a first interface for connecting to a network channel that is supported by a first data link protocol that detects and corrects end-to-end transmission errors that may be introduced during a signal transmission of a first numbered sequence of first data packets over an access connection ; network-to-satellite protocol conversion means connected to the first network interface and a first satellite communications channel for encapsulating whole frames of said first numbered sequence of first data packets and their respective sequence numbers as data information only into a plurality of data fields respectively included in a second numbered sequence of second data packets for satellite transmission with a second data protocol which includes means for selectively rejecting and retransmitting single ones of said second data packets ; satellite-to-client protocol conversion means connected to a second satellite communications channel capable of exchanging data (communication device) with said first satellite communications channel via an orbiting satellite for unencapsulating said first numbered sequence of first data packets and their respective sequence numbers from said data fields of said second numbered sequence of second data packets ; and a second interface connected to the satellite-to-network protocol conversion means and to a client channel that is supported by said first data link protocol and providing for an end-to-end communication between said client and said network for transparent communications channel support according to said first data link protocol , notwithstanding said intermediate conversion to and from said second data link protocol . US5412660A CLAIM 10 . A communications system , comprising : protocol conversion means connected between a first and a second communication (second communication) s port and for translating an integrated service digital network basic rate interface , ISDN/BRI , signal at said first communications port to and from a link access protocol/modem , LAPM CCITT Recommendation Q . 921/Q . 931 signal at said communications second port ; and satellite communication means connected to said second communications port for coupling said LAPM CCITT Recommendation Q . 921/Q . 931 signal between said second port and a second port of a second one of said communications system via a communications satellite for ISDN-to-ISDN communication . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (exchanging data) . |
US5412660A CLAIM 1 . A satellite communications link for transparent , end-to-end transportation between a network and a client of error-free data exchanges having link access protocols otherwise incompatible with signal delay and noise inherent in satellite communication channels , the link comprising : a first interface for connecting to a network channel that is supported by a first data link protocol that detects and corrects end-to-end transmission errors that may be introduced during a signal transmission of a first numbered sequence of first data packets over an access connection ; network-to-satellite protocol conversion means connected to the first network interface and a first satellite communications channel for encapsulating whole frames of said first numbered sequence of first data packets and their respective sequence numbers as data information only into a plurality of data fields respectively included in a second numbered sequence of second data packets for satellite transmission with a second data protocol which includes means for selectively rejecting and retransmitting single ones of said second data packets ; satellite-to-client protocol conversion means connected to a second satellite communications channel capable of exchanging data (communication device) with said first satellite communications channel via an orbiting satellite for unencapsulating said first numbered sequence of first data packets and their respective sequence numbers from said data fields of said second numbered sequence of second data packets ; and a second interface connected to the satellite-to-network protocol conversion means and to a client channel that is supported by said first data link protocol and providing for an end-to-end communication between said client and said network for transparent communications channel support according to said first data link protocol , notwithstanding said intermediate conversion to and from said second data link protocol . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (exchanging data) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5412660A CLAIM 1 . A satellite communications link for transparent , end-to-end transportation between a network and a client of error-free data exchanges having link access protocols otherwise incompatible with signal delay and noise inherent in satellite communication channels , the link comprising : a first interface for connecting to a network channel that is supported by a first data link protocol that detects and corrects end-to-end transmission errors that may be introduced during a signal transmission of a first numbered sequence of first data packets over an access connection ; network-to-satellite protocol conversion means connected to the first network interface and a first satellite communications channel for encapsulating whole frames of said first numbered sequence of first data packets and their respective sequence numbers as data information only into a plurality of data fields respectively included in a second numbered sequence of second data packets for satellite transmission with a second data protocol which includes means for selectively rejecting and retransmitting single ones of said second data packets ; satellite-to-client protocol conversion means connected to a second satellite communications channel capable of exchanging data (communication device) with said first satellite communications channel via an orbiting satellite for unencapsulating said first numbered sequence of first data packets and their respective sequence numbers from said data fields of said second numbered sequence of second data packets ; and a second interface connected to the satellite-to-network protocol conversion means and to a client channel that is supported by said first data link protocol and providing for an end-to-end communication between said client and said network for transparent communications channel support according to said first data link protocol , notwithstanding said intermediate conversion to and from said second data link protocol . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (exchanging data) . |
US5412660A CLAIM 1 . A satellite communications link for transparent , end-to-end transportation between a network and a client of error-free data exchanges having link access protocols otherwise incompatible with signal delay and noise inherent in satellite communication channels , the link comprising : a first interface for connecting to a network channel that is supported by a first data link protocol that detects and corrects end-to-end transmission errors that may be introduced during a signal transmission of a first numbered sequence of first data packets over an access connection ; network-to-satellite protocol conversion means connected to the first network interface and a first satellite communications channel for encapsulating whole frames of said first numbered sequence of first data packets and their respective sequence numbers as data information only into a plurality of data fields respectively included in a second numbered sequence of second data packets for satellite transmission with a second data protocol which includes means for selectively rejecting and retransmitting single ones of said second data packets ; satellite-to-client protocol conversion means connected to a second satellite communications channel capable of exchanging data (communication device) with said first satellite communications channel via an orbiting satellite for unencapsulating said first numbered sequence of first data packets and their respective sequence numbers from said data fields of said second numbered sequence of second data packets ; and a second interface connected to the satellite-to-network protocol conversion means and to a client channel that is supported by said first data link protocol and providing for an end-to-end communication between said client and said network for transparent communications channel support according to said first data link protocol , notwithstanding said intermediate conversion to and from said second data link protocol . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5528281A Filed: 1993-07-30 Issued: 1996-06-18 Method and system for accessing multimedia data over public switched telephone network (Original Assignee) Bell Atlantic Network Services Inc (Current Assignee) Verizon Patent and Licensing Inc John Grady, Kenneth Hand, John Modrowsky, Arthur A. Richard, III |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (program data) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (work station) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (magnetic storage) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5528281A CLAIM 10 . A public switched telephone network for providing information from a multimedia information server to any one of a plurality of subscriber premises , comprising : a telephone company central office receiving multimedia information signals from a multimedia information server and subscriber orders from a prescribed subscriber , said central office including a gateway for providing routing data in response to subscriber orders and a switch for routing multimedia signals from said server to the prescribed subscriber in accordance with said routing data ; a central office interface including a first multiplexer/demultiplexer unit for audio telephone service signals , subscriber control signals and digital multimedia information signals on , respectively , first , second and third signal channels ; each said subscriber premises including a second multiplexer/demultiplexer unit for transmitting or receiving audio telephone service signals , subscriber control signals and digital multimedia information signals on , respectively , the first , second and third signal channels ; and a plurality of subscriber local loops interconnecting a corresponding subscriber interface and said central office interface , wherein said subscriber interface supplies uncompressed digital multimedia information signals , received from said central office , to a digital work station (invoice information) . US5528281A CLAIM 20 . The network of claim 19 , wherein said data storage means includes a plurality of storage media for storing said program data (memory stores information) . US5528281A CLAIM 21 . The network according to claim 20 , wherein said data storage means includes optical storage means and magnetic storage (transportation temperature) means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (program data) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (work station) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5528281A CLAIM 10 . A public switched telephone network for providing information from a multimedia information server to any one of a plurality of subscriber premises , comprising : a telephone company central office receiving multimedia information signals from a multimedia information server and subscriber orders from a prescribed subscriber , said central office including a gateway for providing routing data in response to subscriber orders and a switch for routing multimedia signals from said server to the prescribed subscriber in accordance with said routing data ; a central office interface including a first multiplexer/demultiplexer unit for audio telephone service signals , subscriber control signals and digital multimedia information signals on , respectively , first , second and third signal channels ; each said subscriber premises including a second multiplexer/demultiplexer unit for transmitting or receiving audio telephone service signals , subscriber control signals and digital multimedia information signals on , respectively , the first , second and third signal channels ; and a plurality of subscriber local loops interconnecting a corresponding subscriber interface and said central office interface , wherein said subscriber interface supplies uncompressed digital multimedia information signals , received from said central office , to a digital work station (invoice information) . US5528281A CLAIM 20 . The network of claim 19 , wherein said data storage means includes a plurality of storage media for storing said program data (memory stores information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (work station) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (magnetic storage) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5528281A CLAIM 10 . A public switched telephone network for providing information from a multimedia information server to any one of a plurality of subscriber premises , comprising : a telephone company central office receiving multimedia information signals from a multimedia information server and subscriber orders from a prescribed subscriber , said central office including a gateway for providing routing data in response to subscriber orders and a switch for routing multimedia signals from said server to the prescribed subscriber in accordance with said routing data ; a central office interface including a first multiplexer/demultiplexer unit for audio telephone service signals , subscriber control signals and digital multimedia information signals on , respectively , first , second and third signal channels ; each said subscriber premises including a second multiplexer/demultiplexer unit for transmitting or receiving audio telephone service signals , subscriber control signals and digital multimedia information signals on , respectively , the first , second and third signal channels ; and a plurality of subscriber local loops interconnecting a corresponding subscriber interface and said central office interface , wherein said subscriber interface supplies uncompressed digital multimedia information signals , received from said central office , to a digital work station (invoice information) . US5528281A CLAIM 21 . The network according to claim 20 , wherein said data storage means includes optical storage means and magnetic storage (transportation temperature) means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (magnetic storage) , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5528281A CLAIM 21 . The network according to claim 20 , wherein said data storage means includes optical storage means and magnetic storage (transportation temperature) means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (magnetic storage) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5528281A CLAIM 21 . The network according to claim 20 , wherein said data storage means includes optical storage means and magnetic storage (transportation temperature) means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (program data) regarding the piece of luggage . |
US5528281A CLAIM 20 . The network of claim 19 , wherein said data storage means includes a plurality of storage media for storing said program data (memory stores information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (magnetic storage) , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5528281A CLAIM 21 . The network according to claim 20 , wherein said data storage means includes optical storage means and magnetic storage (transportation temperature) means . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | GB2279478A Filed: 1993-06-26 Issued: 1995-01-04 Vehicle security (Original Assignee) Ian Paul Downing Hunter; Christopher Frank Will Coombes; Henry Bennett Ian Paul Downing Hunter, Christopher Frank Will Coombes, Henry Bennett |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
GB2279478A CLAIM 4 . Security apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , claim 2 or claim 3 , wherein the transmitter is adapted to communicate with a conventional mobile communication (transportation temperature) s network . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information (position fix) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
GB2279478A CLAIM 3 . Security apparatus as claimed in claim 1 or claim 2 , including a memory adapted to memorise a plurality of previous position fix (travel route information) es made by the position detector to allow detection of movement of the equipment together with the security apparatus by comparison with subsequent fixes . GB2279478A CLAIM 4 . Security apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , claim 2 or claim 3 , wherein the transmitter is adapted to communicate with a conventional mobile communication (transportation temperature) s network . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
GB2279478A CLAIM 4 . Security apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , claim 2 or claim 3 , wherein the transmitter is adapted to communicate with a conventional mobile communication (transportation temperature) s network . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
GB2279478A CLAIM 4 . Security apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , claim 2 or claim 3 , wherein the transmitter is adapted to communicate with a conventional mobile communication (transportation temperature) s network . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (mobile communication) , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
GB2279478A CLAIM 4 . Security apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , claim 2 or claim 3 , wherein the transmitter is adapted to communicate with a conventional mobile communication (transportation temperature) s network . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5441047A Filed: 1993-05-25 Issued: 1995-08-15 Ambulatory patient health monitoring techniques utilizing interactive visual communication (Original Assignee) David; Daniel; David; Zipora Daniel David, Zipora David |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device (vertical orientation) , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (transmission signal) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (monitoring system) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5441047A CLAIM 1 . An interactive system for monitoring a patient' ; s condition by a health practitioner , said patient located at a remote location from a central monitoring station and capable of mobility so as to exercise gait , said health practitioner located at the central station , the system comprising : a) first audio-visual means for generating a first audio-visual signal of said patient at the remote location ; b) means for measuring a medical condition of said patient at the remote location , said means for measuring including means for visually marking specified anatomical locations on the body of said patient for measurement of a gait of said patient ; c) means for generating a : medical signal representative of the measured medical condition , said means for generating including the visual transmission signal (receiver information) of the specified anatomical locations and the changes in said anatomical locations in response to changes in patient location and position within the visual field of the means for generating a visual signal ; d) a central monitoring station ; e) means for transmission of said first audio-visual signal to said central station ; f) means for transmission simultaneously of the medical signal to said central station ; g) display means at said central station for substantially simultaneous display of said first audio-visual signal and said medical signal , said display means further including means for recordal and analysis of the anatomical location measurements of said patient ; h) second audio-visual means for generating a second audio-visual signal of said health practitioner originating from said central station ; i) means for transmission of said second audio-visual signal to said remote location ; and j) means for display of said second audio-visual signal at said remote location for observation by the patient simultaneously with transmission of the first audio-visual transmission ; whereby said patient and said health practitioner are capable of substantially simultaneous interactive communication concerning said measured medical condition . US5441047A CLAIM 4 . A health monitoring system (processor processes information) as set forth in claim 1 further including additional apparatus for monitoring a patient' ; s medical condition in a remote location and for transmission of medical condition information to a central station , comprising : at least one electrode for attachment to said patient' ; s body ; at least one miniature transmitter receiving signals from said at least one electrode and transmitting said signals ; and a receiver comprising a receiver unit for receiving said transmitted signals from said miniature transmitter ; a loop memory for storing said signals for a predetermined short-term time period ; and a long-term memory for storing said signals from said loop memory for a long-term time period . US5441047A CLAIM 6 . The system of claim 5 wherein said display is movably mounted to said housing thereby permitting said display to be moved to a vertical orientation (shipment conveyance device) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device (vertical orientation) , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (monitoring system) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5441047A CLAIM 4 . A health monitoring system (processor processes information) as set forth in claim 1 further including additional apparatus for monitoring a patient' ; s medical condition in a remote location and for transmission of medical condition information to a central station , comprising : at least one electrode for attachment to said patient' ; s body ; at least one miniature transmitter receiving signals from said at least one electrode and transmitting said signals ; and a receiver comprising a receiver unit for receiving said transmitted signals from said miniature transmitter ; a loop memory for storing said signals for a predetermined short-term time period ; and a long-term memory for storing said signals from said loop memory for a long-term time period . US5441047A CLAIM 6 . The system of claim 5 wherein said display is movably mounted to said housing thereby permitting said display to be moved to a vertical orientation (shipment conveyance device) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device (vertical orientation) , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (transmission signal) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5441047A CLAIM 1 . An interactive system for monitoring a patient' ; s condition by a health practitioner , said patient located at a remote location from a central monitoring station and capable of mobility so as to exercise gait , said health practitioner located at the central station , the system comprising : a) first audio-visual means for generating a first audio-visual signal of said patient at the remote location ; b) means for measuring a medical condition of said patient at the remote location , said means for measuring including means for visually marking specified anatomical locations on the body of said patient for measurement of a gait of said patient ; c) means for generating a : medical signal representative of the measured medical condition , said means for generating including the visual transmission signal (receiver information) of the specified anatomical locations and the changes in said anatomical locations in response to changes in patient location and position within the visual field of the means for generating a visual signal ; d) a central monitoring station ; e) means for transmission of said first audio-visual signal to said central station ; f) means for transmission simultaneously of the medical signal to said central station ; g) display means at said central station for substantially simultaneous display of said first audio-visual signal and said medical signal , said display means further including means for recordal and analysis of the anatomical location measurements of said patient ; h) second audio-visual means for generating a second audio-visual signal of said health practitioner originating from said central station ; i) means for transmission of said second audio-visual signal to said remote location ; and j) means for display of said second audio-visual signal at said remote location for observation by the patient simultaneously with transmission of the first audio-visual transmission ; whereby said patient and said health practitioner are capable of substantially simultaneous interactive communication concerning said measured medical condition . US5441047A CLAIM 6 . The system of claim 5 wherein said display is movably mounted to said housing thereby permitting said display to be moved to a vertical orientation (shipment conveyance device) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device (vertical orientation) , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (transmission signal) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device (interactive system) associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5441047A CLAIM 1 . An interactive system (second communication device) for monitoring a patient' ; s condition by a health practitioner , said patient located at a remote location from a central monitoring station and capable of mobility so as to exercise gait , said health practitioner located at the central station , the system comprising : a) first audio-visual means for generating a first audio-visual signal of said patient at the remote location ; b) means for measuring a medical condition of said patient at the remote location , said means for measuring including means for visually marking specified anatomical locations on the body of said patient for measurement of a gait of said patient ; c) means for generating a : medical signal representative of the measured medical condition , said means for generating including the visual transmission signal (receiver information) of the specified anatomical locations and the changes in said anatomical locations in response to changes in patient location and position within the visual field of the means for generating a visual signal ; d) a central monitoring station ; e) means for transmission of said first audio-visual signal to said central station ; f) means for transmission simultaneously of the medical signal to said central station ; g) display means at said central station for substantially simultaneous display of said first audio-visual signal and said medical signal , said display means further including means for recordal and analysis of the anatomical location measurements of said patient ; h) second audio-visual means for generating a second audio-visual signal of said health practitioner originating from said central station ; i) means for transmission of said second audio-visual signal to said remote location ; and j) means for display of said second audio-visual signal at said remote location for observation by the patient simultaneously with transmission of the first audio-visual transmission ; whereby said patient and said health practitioner are capable of substantially simultaneous interactive communication concerning said measured medical condition . US5441047A CLAIM 6 . The system of claim 5 wherein said display is movably mounted to said housing thereby permitting said display to be moved to a vertical orientation (shipment conveyance device) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 6 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (vertical orientation) or the apparatus is a shipping container . |
US5441047A CLAIM 6 . The system of claim 5 wherein said display is movably mounted to said housing thereby permitting said display to be moved to a vertical orientation (shipment conveyance device) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 7 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (vertical orientation) or the apparatus is a pallet . |
US5441047A CLAIM 6 . The system of claim 5 wherein said display is movably mounted to said housing thereby permitting said display to be moved to a vertical orientation (shipment conveyance device) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 8 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (vertical orientation) or the apparatus is a piece of luggage . |
US5441047A CLAIM 6 . The system of claim 5 wherein said display is movably mounted to said housing thereby permitting said display to be moved to a vertical orientation (shipment conveyance device) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 9 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a display , wherein the display is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device (vertical orientation) , wherein the display displays or provides information regarding the shipment conveyance device or information regarding a shipment or transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5441047A CLAIM 6 . The system of claim 5 wherein said display is movably mounted to said housing thereby permitting said display to be moved to a vertical orientation (shipment conveyance device) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 10 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a receiver , wherein the receiver receives the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device (vertical orientation) . |
US5441047A CLAIM 6 . The system of claim 5 wherein said display is movably mounted to said housing thereby permitting said display to be moved to a vertical orientation (shipment conveyance device) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 11 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding a stop made by a carrier of the shipment conveyance device (vertical orientation) or information regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the message contains information regarding an unusual stopping period regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5441047A CLAIM 6 . The system of claim 5 wherein said display is movably mounted to said housing thereby permitting said display to be moved to a vertical orientation (shipment conveyance device) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device (vertical orientation) , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5441047A CLAIM 6 . The system of claim 5 wherein said display is movably mounted to said housing thereby permitting said display to be moved to a vertical orientation (shipment conveyance device) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 15 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of a deviation from a pre-determined shipment or transportation route associated with a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device (vertical orientation) . |
US5441047A CLAIM 6 . The system of claim 5 wherein said display is movably mounted to said housing thereby permitting said display to be moved to a vertical orientation (shipment conveyance device) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 16 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of an unauthorized carrier or a wrong carrier shipping or transporting the shipment conveyance device (vertical orientation) or a detection of an unauthorized receiver of the shipment conveyance device or a wrong receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5441047A CLAIM 6 . The system of claim 5 wherein said display is movably mounted to said housing thereby permitting said display to be moved to a vertical orientation (shipment conveyance device) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device (vertical orientation) , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5441047A CLAIM 6 . The system of claim 5 wherein said display is movably mounted to said housing thereby permitting said display to be moved to a vertical orientation (shipment conveyance device) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 18 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise to an insurance claim regarding the shipment conveyance device (vertical orientation) , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
US5441047A CLAIM 6 . The system of claim 5 wherein said display is movably mounted to said housing thereby permitting said display to be moved to a vertical orientation (shipment conveyance device) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 21 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device (vertical orientation) . |
US5441047A CLAIM 6 . The system of claim 5 wherein said display is movably mounted to said housing thereby permitting said display to be moved to a vertical orientation (shipment conveyance device) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device (vertical orientation) , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5441047A CLAIM 6 . The system of claim 5 wherein said display is movably mounted to said housing thereby permitting said display to be moved to a vertical orientation (shipment conveyance device) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (monitoring system) regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5441047A CLAIM 4 . A health monitoring system (processor processes information) as set forth in claim 1 further including additional apparatus for monitoring a patient' ; s medical condition in a remote location and for transmission of medical condition information to a central station , comprising : at least one electrode for attachment to said patient' ; s body ; at least one miniature transmitter receiving signals from said at least one electrode and transmitting said signals ; and a receiver comprising a receiver unit for receiving said transmitted signals from said miniature transmitter ; a loop memory for storing said signals for a predetermined short-term time period ; and a long-term memory for storing said signals from said loop memory for a long-term time period . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5406491A Filed: 1993-03-26 Issued: 1995-04-11 Navigational system for trip routing (Original Assignee) Trimble Inc (Current Assignee) Trimble Inc David J. Lima |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (one location) , destination information , receiver information (signal transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5406491A CLAIM 9 . The method of claim 1 , further comprising the steps of : entering and storing information on at least one second route , from said origin to said destination , as a sequence of two or more connected route segments , each having at least two endpoints , in the microprocessor , where said second route is not identical with said chosen route but intersects said chosen route at at least one location (shipper information) other than at said origin and at said destination ; when a portion of said chosen route is determined to be impassible , advising said traveler of the impassibility of said portion of said chosen route ; and allowing said traveler to select said second route that avoids the impassible portion of said first chosen route . US5406491A CLAIM 28 . The apparatus of claim 16 , further comprising a signal transmitter (receiver information) , connected to said SATPS receiver/processor , for allowing tracking of the movements of said traveler by periodically transmitting said present location of said antenna to a central station that is spaced apart from said antenna . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (one location) , destination information , receiver information (signal transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5406491A CLAIM 9 . The method of claim 1 , further comprising the steps of : entering and storing information on at least one second route , from said origin to said destination , as a sequence of two or more connected route segments , each having at least two endpoints , in the microprocessor , where said second route is not identical with said chosen route but intersects said chosen route at at least one location (shipper information) other than at said origin and at said destination ; when a portion of said chosen route is determined to be impassible , advising said traveler of the impassibility of said portion of said chosen route ; and allowing said traveler to select said second route that avoids the impassible portion of said first chosen route . US5406491A CLAIM 28 . The apparatus of claim 16 , further comprising a signal transmitter (receiver information) , connected to said SATPS receiver/processor , for allowing tracking of the movements of said traveler by periodically transmitting said present location of said antenna to a central station that is spaced apart from said antenna . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information (contains information) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information (one location) regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (signal transmitter) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information (second route) , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication (one second) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5406491A CLAIM 1 . A method for indicating , and allowing a traveler to follow , a chosen route from an origin point to a destination point on or near the Earth' ; s surface , where the route does not coincide with part of an established system of roads , the method comprising the steps of : providing a map of a region R , having approximately uniform scaling , the map having two spaced apart location indicator points whose location coordinates are known ; selecting a chosen route from a selected origin to a selected destination on the map ; entering and storing location information on the indicator points in the memory of a microprocessor that contains information (contains information) on the region R ; entering and storing information on the chosen route in the memory as a sequence of location coordinates of two or more connected route segments , each having at least two endpoints , in the microprocessor , where at least one of the route segments is not part of a segment of a surveyed road ; providing for the traveler an SATPS antenna and receiver/processor , connected to the microprocessor , to receive and analyze SATPS signals from two or more SATPS satellites and to determine the present location of the SATPS antenna ; providing information on the present location of the SATPS antenna to the microprocessor ; comparing the present location of the SATPS antenna with the location coordinates of an adjacent one of said connected route segments ; and when the present location of the SATPS antenna is not on said adjacent one of said route segments , advising the traveler if the present location of the SATPS antenna is beyond a selected distance d1 from a nearest point on said adjacent one route segment , and identifying the direction and the distance of the present antenna location relative to said nearest point on said one adjacent route segment , using error presentation means that is audibly perceptible or visually perceptible for advising the traveler . US5406491A CLAIM 9 . The method of claim 1 , further comprising the steps of : entering and storing information on at least one second route (map information) , from said origin to said destination , as a sequence of two or more connected route segments , each having at least two endpoints , in the microprocessor , where said second route is not identical with said chosen route but intersects said chosen route at at least one location (shipper information) other than at said origin and at said destination ; when a portion of said chosen route is determined to be impassible , advising said traveler of the impassibility of said portion of said chosen route ; and allowing said traveler to select said second route that avoids the impassible portion of said first chosen route . US5406491A CLAIM 28 . The apparatus of claim 16 , further comprising a signal transmitter (receiver information) , connected to said SATPS receiver/processor , for allowing tracking of the movements of said traveler by periodically transmitting said present location of said antenna to a central station that is spaced apart from said antenna . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 11 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information (contains information) regarding a stop made by a carrier of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the message contains information regarding an unusual stopping period regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5406491A CLAIM 1 . A method for indicating , and allowing a traveler to follow , a chosen route from an origin point to a destination point on or near the Earth' ; s surface , where the route does not coincide with part of an established system of roads , the method comprising the steps of : providing a map of a region R , having approximately uniform scaling , the map having two spaced apart location indicator points whose location coordinates are known ; selecting a chosen route from a selected origin to a selected destination on the map ; entering and storing location information on the indicator points in the memory of a microprocessor that contains information (contains information) on the region R ; entering and storing information on the chosen route in the memory as a sequence of location coordinates of two or more connected route segments , each having at least two endpoints , in the microprocessor , where at least one of the route segments is not part of a segment of a surveyed road ; providing for the traveler an SATPS antenna and receiver/processor , connected to the microprocessor , to receive and analyze SATPS signals from two or more SATPS satellites and to determine the present location of the SATPS antenna ; providing information on the present location of the SATPS antenna to the microprocessor ; comparing the present location of the SATPS antenna with the location coordinates of an adjacent one of said connected route segments ; and when the present location of the SATPS antenna is not on said adjacent one of said route segments , advising the traveler if the present location of the SATPS antenna is beyond a selected distance d1 from a nearest point on said adjacent one route segment , and identifying the direction and the distance of the present antenna location relative to said nearest point on said one adjacent route segment , using error presentation means that is audibly perceptible or visually perceptible for advising the traveler . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information (contains information) regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5406491A CLAIM 1 . A method for indicating , and allowing a traveler to follow , a chosen route from an origin point to a destination point on or near the Earth' ; s surface , where the route does not coincide with part of an established system of roads , the method comprising the steps of : providing a map of a region R , having approximately uniform scaling , the map having two spaced apart location indicator points whose location coordinates are known ; selecting a chosen route from a selected origin to a selected destination on the map ; entering and storing location information on the indicator points in the memory of a microprocessor that contains information (contains information) on the region R ; entering and storing information on the chosen route in the memory as a sequence of location coordinates of two or more connected route segments , each having at least two endpoints , in the microprocessor , where at least one of the route segments is not part of a segment of a surveyed road ; providing for the traveler an SATPS antenna and receiver/processor , connected to the microprocessor , to receive and analyze SATPS signals from two or more SATPS satellites and to determine the present location of the SATPS antenna ; providing information on the present location of the SATPS antenna to the microprocessor ; comparing the present location of the SATPS antenna with the location coordinates of an adjacent one of said connected route segments ; and when the present location of the SATPS antenna is not on said adjacent one of said route segments , advising the traveler if the present location of the SATPS antenna is beyond a selected distance d1 from a nearest point on said adjacent one route segment , and identifying the direction and the distance of the present antenna location relative to said nearest point on said one adjacent route segment , using error presentation means that is audibly perceptible or visually perceptible for advising the traveler . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 21 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information (contains information) regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5406491A CLAIM 1 . A method for indicating , and allowing a traveler to follow , a chosen route from an origin point to a destination point on or near the Earth' ; s surface , where the route does not coincide with part of an established system of roads , the method comprising the steps of : providing a map of a region R , having approximately uniform scaling , the map having two spaced apart location indicator points whose location coordinates are known ; selecting a chosen route from a selected origin to a selected destination on the map ; entering and storing location information on the indicator points in the memory of a microprocessor that contains information (contains information) on the region R ; entering and storing information on the chosen route in the memory as a sequence of location coordinates of two or more connected route segments , each having at least two endpoints , in the microprocessor , where at least one of the route segments is not part of a segment of a surveyed road ; providing for the traveler an SATPS antenna and receiver/processor , connected to the microprocessor , to receive and analyze SATPS signals from two or more SATPS satellites and to determine the present location of the SATPS antenna ; providing information on the present location of the SATPS antenna to the microprocessor ; comparing the present location of the SATPS antenna with the location coordinates of an adjacent one of said connected route segments ; and when the present location of the SATPS antenna is not on said adjacent one of said route segments , advising the traveler if the present location of the SATPS antenna is beyond a selected distance d1 from a nearest point on said adjacent one route segment , and identifying the direction and the distance of the present antenna location relative to said nearest point on said one adjacent route segment , using error presentation means that is audibly perceptible or visually perceptible for advising the traveler . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information (contains information) regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5406491A CLAIM 1 . A method for indicating , and allowing a traveler to follow , a chosen route from an origin point to a destination point on or near the Earth' ; s surface , where the route does not coincide with part of an established system of roads , the method comprising the steps of : providing a map of a region R , having approximately uniform scaling , the map having two spaced apart location indicator points whose location coordinates are known ; selecting a chosen route from a selected origin to a selected destination on the map ; entering and storing location information on the indicator points in the memory of a microprocessor that contains information (contains information) on the region R ; entering and storing information on the chosen route in the memory as a sequence of location coordinates of two or more connected route segments , each having at least two endpoints , in the microprocessor , where at least one of the route segments is not part of a segment of a surveyed road ; providing for the traveler an SATPS antenna and receiver/processor , connected to the microprocessor , to receive and analyze SATPS signals from two or more SATPS satellites and to determine the present location of the SATPS antenna ; providing information on the present location of the SATPS antenna to the microprocessor ; comparing the present location of the SATPS antenna with the location coordinates of an adjacent one of said connected route segments ; and when the present location of the SATPS antenna is not on said adjacent one of said route segments , advising the traveler if the present location of the SATPS antenna is beyond a selected distance d1 from a nearest point on said adjacent one route segment , and identifying the direction and the distance of the present antenna location relative to said nearest point on said one adjacent route segment , using error presentation means that is audibly perceptible or visually perceptible for advising the traveler . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information (contains information) regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5406491A CLAIM 1 . A method for indicating , and allowing a traveler to follow , a chosen route from an origin point to a destination point on or near the Earth' ; s surface , where the route does not coincide with part of an established system of roads , the method comprising the steps of : providing a map of a region R , having approximately uniform scaling , the map having two spaced apart location indicator points whose location coordinates are known ; selecting a chosen route from a selected origin to a selected destination on the map ; entering and storing location information on the indicator points in the memory of a microprocessor that contains information (contains information) on the region R ; entering and storing information on the chosen route in the memory as a sequence of location coordinates of two or more connected route segments , each having at least two endpoints , in the microprocessor , where at least one of the route segments is not part of a segment of a surveyed road ; providing for the traveler an SATPS antenna and receiver/processor , connected to the microprocessor , to receive and analyze SATPS signals from two or more SATPS satellites and to determine the present location of the SATPS antenna ; providing information on the present location of the SATPS antenna to the microprocessor ; comparing the present location of the SATPS antenna with the location coordinates of an adjacent one of said connected route segments ; and when the present location of the SATPS antenna is not on said adjacent one of said route segments , advising the traveler if the present location of the SATPS antenna is beyond a selected distance d1 from a nearest point on said adjacent one route segment , and identifying the direction and the distance of the present antenna location relative to said nearest point on said one adjacent route segment , using error presentation means that is audibly perceptible or visually perceptible for advising the traveler . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 27 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the message contains information (contains information) regarding a stop made by a carrier of the piece of luggage or information regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the piece of luggage , or wherein the message contains information regarding an unusual stopping period regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the piece of luggage . |
US5406491A CLAIM 1 . A method for indicating , and allowing a traveler to follow , a chosen route from an origin point to a destination point on or near the Earth' ; s surface , where the route does not coincide with part of an established system of roads , the method comprising the steps of : providing a map of a region R , having approximately uniform scaling , the map having two spaced apart location indicator points whose location coordinates are known ; selecting a chosen route from a selected origin to a selected destination on the map ; entering and storing location information on the indicator points in the memory of a microprocessor that contains information (contains information) on the region R ; entering and storing information on the chosen route in the memory as a sequence of location coordinates of two or more connected route segments , each having at least two endpoints , in the microprocessor , where at least one of the route segments is not part of a segment of a surveyed road ; providing for the traveler an SATPS antenna and receiver/processor , connected to the microprocessor , to receive and analyze SATPS signals from two or more SATPS satellites and to determine the present location of the SATPS antenna ; providing information on the present location of the SATPS antenna to the microprocessor ; comparing the present location of the SATPS antenna with the location coordinates of an adjacent one of said connected route segments ; and when the present location of the SATPS antenna is not on said adjacent one of said route segments , advising the traveler if the present location of the SATPS antenna is beyond a selected distance d1 from a nearest point on said adjacent one route segment , and identifying the direction and the distance of the present antenna location relative to said nearest point on said one adjacent route segment , using error presentation means that is audibly perceptible or visually perceptible for advising the traveler . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 34 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the message contains information (contains information) regarding a position or location of the piece of luggage . |
US5406491A CLAIM 1 . A method for indicating , and allowing a traveler to follow , a chosen route from an origin point to a destination point on or near the Earth' ; s surface , where the route does not coincide with part of an established system of roads , the method comprising the steps of : providing a map of a region R , having approximately uniform scaling , the map having two spaced apart location indicator points whose location coordinates are known ; selecting a chosen route from a selected origin to a selected destination on the map ; entering and storing location information on the indicator points in the memory of a microprocessor that contains information (contains information) on the region R ; entering and storing information on the chosen route in the memory as a sequence of location coordinates of two or more connected route segments , each having at least two endpoints , in the microprocessor , where at least one of the route segments is not part of a segment of a surveyed road ; providing for the traveler an SATPS antenna and receiver/processor , connected to the microprocessor , to receive and analyze SATPS signals from two or more SATPS satellites and to determine the present location of the SATPS antenna ; providing information on the present location of the SATPS antenna to the microprocessor ; comparing the present location of the SATPS antenna with the location coordinates of an adjacent one of said connected route segments ; and when the present location of the SATPS antenna is not on said adjacent one of said route segments , advising the traveler if the present location of the SATPS antenna is beyond a selected distance d1 from a nearest point on said adjacent one route segment , and identifying the direction and the distance of the present antenna location relative to said nearest point on said one adjacent route segment , using error presentation means that is audibly perceptible or visually perceptible for advising the traveler . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5587715A Filed: 1993-03-19 Issued: 1996-12-24 Method and apparatus for tracking a moving object (Original Assignee) GPS Mobile Inc (Current Assignee) MOBYTEL Inc Peter T. Lewis |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (given subset) , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (calculating means, selected vehicle) , packing slip information (first differential) , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5587715A CLAIM 1 . A method of determining with a high degree of accuracy the location of an object based upon signals transmitted from a plurality of satellites disposed in known orbits about the earth , the object being capable of moving selectively throughout a geographical area , said method comprising the steps of : a) distributing a plurality of fixed points throughout the geographical area and determining with accuracy the location of each of the fixed points ; b) receiving at each of the plurality of fixed points and processing satellite signals from a corresponding subset of the plurality of satellites presently in sight of each fixed point to determine the approximate location of each fixed point ; c) comparing the approximate and accurate locations of each of the plurality of fixed points to provide differential data ; d) receiving at the object and processing the satellite signals from a given subset (shipper information) of the plurality of satellites presently in sight of the object to determine the approximate location of the object ; e) transmitting a signal indicative of the object' ; s approximate location to a fixedly disposed command center ; f) determining based upon the received object' ; s approximate location and the determined locations of the fixed points which of the plurality of fixed points is presently in sight of the same subset of satellites as the object ; g) establishing a communication path between the command center and with at least one of said in sight fixed points ; and h) transmitting over the communication path the differential data of the determined fixed point , whereby the object' ; s approximate location is adjusted based on the differential data of said one in sight fixed point to provide an indication of the object' ; s location with greater accuracy . US5587715A CLAIM 43 . Apparatus for transmitting as claimed in claim 42 , wherein said receiving means comprises means responsive only to prompt messages of a unique address , whereby its last processed location of a selected vehicle (invoice information) corresponding to said unique address may be obtained . US5587715A CLAIM 45 . Apparatus for transmitting as claimed in claim 44 , wherein said receiving and processing means provides said vehicle location in terms of its latitude and longitude , and said calculating means (invoice information) further calculating based upon said series of latitudes and longitudes an indication of the direction in which the vehicle is currently moving . US5587715A CLAIM 47 . A system for determining with accuracy the location of an object movable within a geographic area based upon signals transmitted from a plurality of satellites , which are disposed in orbit about the earth , said system comprising : a) a command center ; b) at least one differential station disposed at a fixed point , within the geographical area , said fixed point having a location known with accuracy , said differential station comprising first means for receiving and processing signals from the plurality of satellites to provide a signal indicative of the approximate location of the fixed point , an antenna coupled to said first receiving and processing means and oriented at the fixed point , and means coupled to said first receiving and processing means to provide a first differential (packing slip information) signal ; c) a unit mounted on the object and movable with the object throughout the geographical area , said unit having second means for receiving and processing signals from the plurality of satellites to provide a second signal indicative of the approximate location of its object ; d) first means coupled to said unit and said command center for bidirectionally transmitting signals between said unit and said command center ; e) second means coupled to said differential station and said command center for transmitting said first differential signal from said differential station to said command center ; and f) means disposable at least at one of said command center and said unit and coupled to receive said first and second signals for combining said first and second signals to provide an indication of the object' ; s location with an accuracy greater than that of said second approximate object location signal . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (given subset) , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (calculating means, selected vehicle) , packing slip information (first differential) , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5587715A CLAIM 1 . A method of determining with a high degree of accuracy the location of an object based upon signals transmitted from a plurality of satellites disposed in known orbits about the earth , the object being capable of moving selectively throughout a geographical area , said method comprising the steps of : a) distributing a plurality of fixed points throughout the geographical area and determining with accuracy the location of each of the fixed points ; b) receiving at each of the plurality of fixed points and processing satellite signals from a corresponding subset of the plurality of satellites presently in sight of each fixed point to determine the approximate location of each fixed point ; c) comparing the approximate and accurate locations of each of the plurality of fixed points to provide differential data ; d) receiving at the object and processing the satellite signals from a given subset (shipper information) of the plurality of satellites presently in sight of the object to determine the approximate location of the object ; e) transmitting a signal indicative of the object' ; s approximate location to a fixedly disposed command center ; f) determining based upon the received object' ; s approximate location and the determined locations of the fixed points which of the plurality of fixed points is presently in sight of the same subset of satellites as the object ; g) establishing a communication path between the command center and with at least one of said in sight fixed points ; and h) transmitting over the communication path the differential data of the determined fixed point , whereby the object' ; s approximate location is adjusted based on the differential data of said one in sight fixed point to provide an indication of the object' ; s location with greater accuracy . US5587715A CLAIM 43 . Apparatus for transmitting as claimed in claim 42 , wherein said receiving means comprises means responsive only to prompt messages of a unique address , whereby its last processed location of a selected vehicle (invoice information) corresponding to said unique address may be obtained . US5587715A CLAIM 45 . Apparatus for transmitting as claimed in claim 44 , wherein said receiving and processing means provides said vehicle location in terms of its latitude and longitude , and said calculating means (invoice information) further calculating based upon said series of latitudes and longitudes an indication of the direction in which the vehicle is currently moving . US5587715A CLAIM 47 . A system for determining with accuracy the location of an object movable within a geographic area based upon signals transmitted from a plurality of satellites , which are disposed in orbit about the earth , said system comprising : a) a command center ; b) at least one differential station disposed at a fixed point , within the geographical area , said fixed point having a location known with accuracy , said differential station comprising first means for receiving and processing signals from the plurality of satellites to provide a signal indicative of the approximate location of the fixed point , an antenna coupled to said first receiving and processing means and oriented at the fixed point , and means coupled to said first receiving and processing means to provide a first differential (packing slip information) signal ; c) a unit mounted on the object and movable with the object throughout the geographical area , said unit having second means for receiving and processing signals from the plurality of satellites to provide a second signal indicative of the approximate location of its object ; d) first means coupled to said unit and said command center for bidirectionally transmitting signals between said unit and said command center ; e) second means coupled to said differential station and said command center for transmitting said first differential signal from said differential station to said command center ; and f) means disposable at least at one of said command center and said unit and coupled to receive said first and second signals for combining said first and second signals to provide an indication of the object' ; s location with an accuracy greater than that of said second approximate object location signal . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information (given subset) regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (calculating means, selected vehicle) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information (first differential) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information (displayed map) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication (more vehicle) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5587715A CLAIM 1 . A method of determining with a high degree of accuracy the location of an object based upon signals transmitted from a plurality of satellites disposed in known orbits about the earth , the object being capable of moving selectively throughout a geographical area , said method comprising the steps of : a) distributing a plurality of fixed points throughout the geographical area and determining with accuracy the location of each of the fixed points ; b) receiving at each of the plurality of fixed points and processing satellite signals from a corresponding subset of the plurality of satellites presently in sight of each fixed point to determine the approximate location of each fixed point ; c) comparing the approximate and accurate locations of each of the plurality of fixed points to provide differential data ; d) receiving at the object and processing the satellite signals from a given subset (shipper information) of the plurality of satellites presently in sight of the object to determine the approximate location of the object ; e) transmitting a signal indicative of the object' ; s approximate location to a fixedly disposed command center ; f) determining based upon the received object' ; s approximate location and the determined locations of the fixed points which of the plurality of fixed points is presently in sight of the same subset of satellites as the object ; g) establishing a communication path between the command center and with at least one of said in sight fixed points ; and h) transmitting over the communication path the differential data of the determined fixed point , whereby the object' ; s approximate location is adjusted based on the differential data of said one in sight fixed point to provide an indication of the object' ; s location with greater accuracy . US5587715A CLAIM 13 . The system for determining with accuracy the object location as claimed in claim 12 , wherein said command center comprises said means for combining , and means for displaying map data of a geographic region in which the object is currently disposed and superimposing the accurate object location on said displayed map (travel route information) data . US5587715A CLAIM 43 . Apparatus for transmitting as claimed in claim 42 , wherein said receiving means comprises means responsive only to prompt messages of a unique address , whereby its last processed location of a selected vehicle (invoice information) corresponding to said unique address may be obtained . US5587715A CLAIM 45 . Apparatus for transmitting as claimed in claim 44 , wherein said receiving and processing means provides said vehicle location in terms of its latitude and longitude , and said calculating means (invoice information) further calculating based upon said series of latitudes and longitudes an indication of the direction in which the vehicle is currently moving . US5587715A CLAIM 46 . A method for tracking at a command center one or more vehicle (second communication) s which moves about an extended geographical area based upon signals transmitted from a plurality of satellites disposed in orbits about the earth , said method comprising the steps of : a) receiving and processing at the one vehicle the satellite signals to provide a signal indicative of the location of the one vehicle ; b) storing at least at one of the command center and the vehicle in an addressable memory a plurality of sub area maps corresponding to the extended geographical area ; and c) transmitting the vehicle location signal to the memory and using the transmitted location signal to address and obtain from the memory a selected one sub area map corresponding the present location of the one vehicle . US5587715A CLAIM 47 . A system for determining with accuracy the location of an object movable within a geographic area based upon signals transmitted from a plurality of satellites , which are disposed in orbit about the earth , said system comprising : a) a command center ; b) at least one differential station disposed at a fixed point , within the geographical area , said fixed point having a location known with accuracy , said differential station comprising first means for receiving and processing signals from the plurality of satellites to provide a signal indicative of the approximate location of the fixed point , an antenna coupled to said first receiving and processing means and oriented at the fixed point , and means coupled to said first receiving and processing means to provide a first differential (packing slip information) signal ; c) a unit mounted on the object and movable with the object throughout the geographical area , said unit having second means for receiving and processing signals from the plurality of satellites to provide a second signal indicative of the approximate location of its object ; d) first means coupled to said unit and said command center for bidirectionally transmitting signals between said unit and said command center ; e) second means coupled to said differential station and said command center for transmitting said first differential signal from said differential station to said command center ; and f) means disposable at least at one of said command center and said unit and coupled to receive said first and second signals for combining said first and second signals to provide an indication of the object' ; s location with an accuracy greater than that of said second approximate object location signal . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (monitoring unit) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5587715A CLAIM 59 . A security vehicle system utilizing signals received from a plurality of satellites disposed in orbit about the earth , said vehicle security system comprising : a) an alarm unit adapted to be mounted on a vehicle for communication with a remote station , said alarm unit comprising : 1) means for receiving and processing the satellite signals to provide information as to the location of the vehicle , 2) first wireless means for transmitting radio signals bearing information from the vehicle to the remote station , 3) first means for nondestructively storing a unique ID identifying the vehicle , and 4) control means for obtaining and applying the vehicle location information and the ID from said receiving means and from said storing means respectively to said first wireless means to be transmitted by said wireless means from the vehicle to the remote station ; and b) a monitoring unit (sensor monitors) disposed at the remote station , said monitoring unit comprising : 1) second wireless means for receiving radio signals bearing the vehicle location and ID from the vehicle , 2) second means for storing addressable files of data related to a plurality of vehicles , and 3) addressing means coupled to said second wireless means for address said second storing means with the received ID to output from said second storing means the data file corresponding to the received ID . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (radio signals) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5587715A CLAIM 59 . A security vehicle system utilizing signals received from a plurality of satellites disposed in orbit about the earth , said vehicle security system comprising : a) an alarm unit adapted to be mounted on a vehicle for communication with a remote station , said alarm unit comprising : 1) means for receiving and processing the satellite signals to provide information as to the location of the vehicle , 2) first wireless means for transmitting radio signals (inputting information) bearing information from the vehicle to the remote station , 3) first means for nondestructively storing a unique ID identifying the vehicle , and 4) control means for obtaining and applying the vehicle location information and the ID from said receiving means and from said storing means respectively to said first wireless means to be transmitted by said wireless means from the vehicle to the remote station ; and b) a monitoring unit disposed at the remote station , said monitoring unit comprising : 1) second wireless means for receiving radio signals bearing the vehicle location and ID from the vehicle , 2) second means for storing addressable files of data related to a plurality of vehicles , and 3) addressing means coupled to said second wireless means for address said second storing means with the received ID to output from said second storing means the data file corresponding to the received ID . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (monitoring unit) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5587715A CLAIM 59 . A security vehicle system utilizing signals received from a plurality of satellites disposed in orbit about the earth , said vehicle security system comprising : a) an alarm unit adapted to be mounted on a vehicle for communication with a remote station , said alarm unit comprising : 1) means for receiving and processing the satellite signals to provide information as to the location of the vehicle , 2) first wireless means for transmitting radio signals bearing information from the vehicle to the remote station , 3) first means for nondestructively storing a unique ID identifying the vehicle , and 4) control means for obtaining and applying the vehicle location information and the ID from said receiving means and from said storing means respectively to said first wireless means to be transmitted by said wireless means from the vehicle to the remote station ; and b) a monitoring unit (sensor monitors) disposed at the remote station , said monitoring unit comprising : 1) second wireless means for receiving radio signals bearing the vehicle location and ID from the vehicle , 2) second means for storing addressable files of data related to a plurality of vehicles , and 3) addressing means coupled to said second wireless means for address said second storing means with the received ID to output from said second storing means the data file corresponding to the received ID . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (radio signals) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5587715A CLAIM 59 . A security vehicle system utilizing signals received from a plurality of satellites disposed in orbit about the earth , said vehicle security system comprising : a) an alarm unit adapted to be mounted on a vehicle for communication with a remote station , said alarm unit comprising : 1) means for receiving and processing the satellite signals to provide information as to the location of the vehicle , 2) first wireless means for transmitting radio signals (inputting information) bearing information from the vehicle to the remote station , 3) first means for nondestructively storing a unique ID identifying the vehicle , and 4) control means for obtaining and applying the vehicle location information and the ID from said receiving means and from said storing means respectively to said first wireless means to be transmitted by said wireless means from the vehicle to the remote station ; and b) a monitoring unit disposed at the remote station , said monitoring unit comprising : 1) second wireless means for receiving radio signals bearing the vehicle location and ID from the vehicle , 2) second means for storing addressable files of data related to a plurality of vehicles , and 3) addressing means coupled to said second wireless means for address said second storing means with the received ID to output from said second storing means the data file corresponding to the received ID . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5412708A Filed: 1993-03-12 Issued: 1995-05-02 Videophone system for scrutiny monitoring with computer control (Original Assignee) Katz; Ronald A. (Current Assignee) Telebuyer LLC Ronald A. Katz |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (remote location) , receiver information (sensor unit) , handling instruction information (interrupt signals) , delivery instruction information , invoice information (remote location) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5412708A CLAIM 1 . A system for monitoring a plurality of scrutiny locations from a central station using dial-up telephone facilities comprising : television camera structures at said plurality of scrutiny locations for providing representative dynamic image television signals representative of scenes ; at least one television display structure at said central station ; telephonic interface apparatus for interconnecting said television structures at said scrutiny locations to said central location ; and a control unit at said central station including memory for storing scrutiny location call data and graphic display data , said control unit for actuating said telephonic interface apparatus to establish television communication between said central station and said scrutiny locations to provide a sequence of remote location (destination information, invoice information) displays at said central station showing a scene and graphic display data , said control unit further including interrupt structure for receiving an interrupt signal manifesting a predetermined circumstance to interrupt said sequence and to provide an alternate display of a scene from one of said scrutiny locations along with graphic display data , further including sensor unit (receiver information) s at said scrutiny locations for providing said interrupt signal to said control unit , wherein said sensor units are priority coded to provide interrupt signals (handling instruction information, inputting information) of different priorities and wherein said central unit provides displays in accordance with said priorities . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (remote location) , receiver information (sensor unit) , handling instruction information (interrupt signals) , delivery instruction information , invoice information (remote location) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5412708A CLAIM 1 . A system for monitoring a plurality of scrutiny locations from a central station using dial-up telephone facilities comprising : television camera structures at said plurality of scrutiny locations for providing representative dynamic image television signals representative of scenes ; at least one television display structure at said central station ; telephonic interface apparatus for interconnecting said television structures at said scrutiny locations to said central location ; and a control unit at said central station including memory for storing scrutiny location call data and graphic display data , said control unit for actuating said telephonic interface apparatus to establish television communication between said central station and said scrutiny locations to provide a sequence of remote location (destination information, invoice information) displays at said central station showing a scene and graphic display data , said control unit further including interrupt structure for receiving an interrupt signal manifesting a predetermined circumstance to interrupt said sequence and to provide an alternate display of a scene from one of said scrutiny locations along with graphic display data , further including sensor unit (receiver information) s at said scrutiny locations for providing said interrupt signal to said control unit , wherein said sensor units are priority coded to provide interrupt signals (handling instruction information, inputting information) of different priorities and wherein said central unit provides displays in accordance with said priorities . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (remote location) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (sensor unit) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information (interrupt signals) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (remote location) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5412708A CLAIM 1 . A system for monitoring a plurality of scrutiny locations from a central station using dial-up telephone facilities comprising : television camera structures at said plurality of scrutiny locations for providing representative dynamic image television signals representative of scenes ; at least one television display structure at said central station ; telephonic interface apparatus for interconnecting said television structures at said scrutiny locations to said central location ; and a control unit at said central station including memory for storing scrutiny location call data and graphic display data , said control unit for actuating said telephonic interface apparatus to establish television communication between said central station and said scrutiny locations to provide a sequence of remote location (destination information, invoice information) displays at said central station showing a scene and graphic display data , said control unit further including interrupt structure for receiving an interrupt signal manifesting a predetermined circumstance to interrupt said sequence and to provide an alternate display of a scene from one of said scrutiny locations along with graphic display data , further including sensor unit (receiver information) s at said scrutiny locations for providing said interrupt signal to said control unit , wherein said sensor units are priority coded to provide interrupt signals (handling instruction information, inputting information) of different priorities and wherein said central unit provides displays in accordance with said priorities . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (interrupt signals) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5412708A CLAIM 1 . A system for monitoring a plurality of scrutiny locations from a central station using dial-up telephone facilities comprising : television camera structures at said plurality of scrutiny locations for providing representative dynamic image television signals representative of scenes ; at least one television display structure at said central station ; telephonic interface apparatus for interconnecting said television structures at said scrutiny locations to said central location ; and a control unit at said central station including memory for storing scrutiny location call data and graphic display data , said control unit for actuating said telephonic interface apparatus to establish television communication between said central station and said scrutiny locations to provide a sequence of remote location displays at said central station showing a scene and graphic display data , said control unit further including interrupt structure for receiving an interrupt signal manifesting a predetermined circumstance to interrupt said sequence and to provide an alternate display of a scene from one of said scrutiny locations along with graphic display data , further including sensor units at said scrutiny locations for providing said interrupt signal to said control unit , wherein said sensor units are priority coded to provide interrupt signals (handling instruction information, inputting information) of different priorities and wherein said central unit provides displays in accordance with said priorities . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (interrupt signals) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5412708A CLAIM 1 . A system for monitoring a plurality of scrutiny locations from a central station using dial-up telephone facilities comprising : television camera structures at said plurality of scrutiny locations for providing representative dynamic image television signals representative of scenes ; at least one television display structure at said central station ; telephonic interface apparatus for interconnecting said television structures at said scrutiny locations to said central location ; and a control unit at said central station including memory for storing scrutiny location call data and graphic display data , said control unit for actuating said telephonic interface apparatus to establish television communication between said central station and said scrutiny locations to provide a sequence of remote location displays at said central station showing a scene and graphic display data , said control unit further including interrupt structure for receiving an interrupt signal manifesting a predetermined circumstance to interrupt said sequence and to provide an alternate display of a scene from one of said scrutiny locations along with graphic display data , further including sensor units at said scrutiny locations for providing said interrupt signal to said control unit , wherein said sensor units are priority coded to provide interrupt signals (handling instruction information, inputting information) of different priorities and wherein said central unit provides displays in accordance with said priorities . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5317323A Filed: 1993-03-05 Issued: 1994-05-31 Passive high accuracy geolocation system and method (Original Assignee) E Systems Inc (Current Assignee) Allen Telecom LLC Joseph P. Kennedy, Christopher D. Roller, Robert W. Hooper |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (said receiver) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information (received signal) , delivery instruction information , invoice information (calculating means) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5317323A CLAIM 1 . A system for accurately locating a mobile cellular radio comprising : a grid of at least three radio receivers for receiving a radio signal from the mobile cellular radio , the position of said radio receivers being known to within about four meters ; resolution means for removing multipath radio signals from the radio signal received by said radio receivers using angle-of-arrival differentiation ; a satellite-based time source for providing the actual time of arrival of the radio signal from the mobile cellular radio at said radio receivers to an accuracy of less than about one hundred nanoseconds ; and calculating means (invoice information) for determining the location of the mobile cellular radio based on the time difference of arrival of the radio signal received therefrom at said radio receivers , said calculating means being operatively connected to said radio receivers so as to receive therefrom the actual time of arrival of the radio signal from the mobile cellular radio . US5317323A CLAIM 18 . A system for accurately locating a mobile cellular telephone that is broadcasting an identification signal , the system comprising : a grid of at least three radio receivers for receiving a signal including the identification signal from the mobile cellular telephone , each of said receiver (sender information) s having an antenna , the position of which is known in three dimensions to within four meters ; controller means for providing the frequency of the identification signal to said receivers ; resolution means for determining the angle of arrival of the identification signal and of multipath interference ; beamforming means for removing multipath interference from the received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) when the angle of arrival of the multipath interference is more than about 1° from the angle of arrival of the identification signal ; a satellite antenna at each of said receivers for receiving GPS signals including time of day that is accurate to within one hundred nanoseconds and information for determining the position of said radio receiver antenna to within about four meters ; positioning means for determining the location of each said radio receiver antenna ; calculating means for determining the location of the mobile cellular telephone based on the time difference of arrival of the identification signal at said radio receiver antennae , the time difference of arrival being determined based on the GPS time of day signal and the location of each said radio receiver antenna determined by said positioning means ; and display means for showing the determined location of the mobile cellular telephone on a computer generated map . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (said receiver) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information (received signal) , delivery instruction information , invoice information (calculating means) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5317323A CLAIM 1 . A system for accurately locating a mobile cellular radio comprising : a grid of at least three radio receivers for receiving a radio signal from the mobile cellular radio , the position of said radio receivers being known to within about four meters ; resolution means for removing multipath radio signals from the radio signal received by said radio receivers using angle-of-arrival differentiation ; a satellite-based time source for providing the actual time of arrival of the radio signal from the mobile cellular radio at said radio receivers to an accuracy of less than about one hundred nanoseconds ; and calculating means (invoice information) for determining the location of the mobile cellular radio based on the time difference of arrival of the radio signal received therefrom at said radio receivers , said calculating means being operatively connected to said radio receivers so as to receive therefrom the actual time of arrival of the radio signal from the mobile cellular radio . US5317323A CLAIM 18 . A system for accurately locating a mobile cellular telephone that is broadcasting an identification signal , the system comprising : a grid of at least three radio receivers for receiving a signal including the identification signal from the mobile cellular telephone , each of said receiver (sender information) s having an antenna , the position of which is known in three dimensions to within four meters ; controller means for providing the frequency of the identification signal to said receivers ; resolution means for determining the angle of arrival of the identification signal and of multipath interference ; beamforming means for removing multipath interference from the received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) when the angle of arrival of the multipath interference is more than about 1° from the angle of arrival of the identification signal ; a satellite antenna at each of said receivers for receiving GPS signals including time of day that is accurate to within one hundred nanoseconds and information for determining the position of said radio receiver antenna to within about four meters ; positioning means for determining the location of each said radio receiver antenna ; calculating means for determining the location of the mobile cellular telephone based on the time difference of arrival of the identification signal at said radio receiver antennae , the time difference of arrival being determined based on the GPS time of day signal and the location of each said radio receiver antenna determined by said positioning means ; and display means for showing the determined location of the mobile cellular telephone on a computer generated map . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (said receiver) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information (received signal) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (calculating means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information (Global Positioning) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5317323A CLAIM 1 . A system for accurately locating a mobile cellular radio comprising : a grid of at least three radio receivers for receiving a radio signal from the mobile cellular radio , the position of said radio receivers being known to within about four meters ; resolution means for removing multipath radio signals from the radio signal received by said radio receivers using angle-of-arrival differentiation ; a satellite-based time source for providing the actual time of arrival of the radio signal from the mobile cellular radio at said radio receivers to an accuracy of less than about one hundred nanoseconds ; and calculating means (invoice information) for determining the location of the mobile cellular radio based on the time difference of arrival of the radio signal received therefrom at said radio receivers , said calculating means being operatively connected to said radio receivers so as to receive therefrom the actual time of arrival of the radio signal from the mobile cellular radio . US5317323A CLAIM 2 . The system of claim 1 wherein said satellite-based time source is a Global Positioning (travel route information) System (GPS) satellite . US5317323A CLAIM 18 . A system for accurately locating a mobile cellular telephone that is broadcasting an identification signal , the system comprising : a grid of at least three radio receivers for receiving a signal including the identification signal from the mobile cellular telephone , each of said receiver (sender information) s having an antenna , the position of which is known in three dimensions to within four meters ; controller means for providing the frequency of the identification signal to said receivers ; resolution means for determining the angle of arrival of the identification signal and of multipath interference ; beamforming means for removing multipath interference from the received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) when the angle of arrival of the multipath interference is more than about 1° from the angle of arrival of the identification signal ; a satellite antenna at each of said receivers for receiving GPS signals including time of day that is accurate to within one hundred nanoseconds and information for determining the position of said radio receiver antenna to within about four meters ; positioning means for determining the location of each said radio receiver antenna ; calculating means for determining the location of the mobile cellular telephone based on the time difference of arrival of the identification signal at said radio receiver antennae , the time difference of arrival being determined based on the GPS time of day signal and the location of each said radio receiver antenna determined by said positioning means ; and display means for showing the determined location of the mobile cellular telephone on a computer generated map . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (radio signals, said position) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5317323A CLAIM 1 . A system for accurately locating a mobile cellular radio comprising : a grid of at least three radio receivers for receiving a radio signal from the mobile cellular radio , the position of said radio receivers being known to within about four meters ; resolution means for removing multipath radio signals (inputting information) from the radio signal received by said radio receivers using angle-of-arrival differentiation ; a satellite-based time source for providing the actual time of arrival of the radio signal from the mobile cellular radio at said radio receivers to an accuracy of less than about one hundred nanoseconds ; and calculating means for determining the location of the mobile cellular radio based on the time difference of arrival of the radio signal received therefrom at said radio receivers , said calculating means being operatively connected to said radio receivers so as to receive therefrom the actual time of arrival of the radio signal from the mobile cellular radio . US5317323A CLAIM 13 . The system of claim 12 further comprising positioning means for determining the position of the radio receivers to within about four meters , said position (inputting information) ing means including said satellite-based time source . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (radio signals, said position) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5317323A CLAIM 1 . A system for accurately locating a mobile cellular radio comprising : a grid of at least three radio receivers for receiving a radio signal from the mobile cellular radio , the position of said radio receivers being known to within about four meters ; resolution means for removing multipath radio signals (inputting information) from the radio signal received by said radio receivers using angle-of-arrival differentiation ; a satellite-based time source for providing the actual time of arrival of the radio signal from the mobile cellular radio at said radio receivers to an accuracy of less than about one hundred nanoseconds ; and calculating means for determining the location of the mobile cellular radio based on the time difference of arrival of the radio signal received therefrom at said radio receivers , said calculating means being operatively connected to said radio receivers so as to receive therefrom the actual time of arrival of the radio signal from the mobile cellular radio . US5317323A CLAIM 13 . The system of claim 12 further comprising positioning means for determining the position of the radio receivers to within about four meters , said position (inputting information) ing means including said satellite-based time source . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5479206A Filed: 1993-02-02 Issued: 1995-12-26 Imaging system, electronic camera, computer system for controlling said electronic camera, and methods of controlling same (Original Assignee) Fuji Photo Film Co Ltd (Current Assignee) Fujifilm Corp Hitoshi Ueno, Kouji Matsuura, Fumihiro Funazaki, Kazuya Oda, Masahiro Konishi, Yoshiki Kawaoka |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (remaining capacity) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (containing data) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (external storage device) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5479206A CLAIM 4 . The imaging system according to claim 1 , wherein said computer system generates a get command and wherein said electronic camera further comprises : second response means operative when the get command , containing data (sender information) designating magnification of a main image and an area to be cut from the reduced preview image as an area of the main image , has been applied from said computer system , for creating main-image data and for transmitting the main-image data to said computer system , wherein the main-image data comprises the image data of the designated area having the designated magnification , and said computer system further comprises second command means , operative when the magnification of the main image , the designation of the area of the main image and a get input indicative of acceptance of the main image have been applied through said input unit , for transmitting the get command , which contains the data indicative of the designated magnification and area , to said electronic camera ; and second display control means , operative when the main-image data transmitted from said second response means of said electronic camera in response to the get command has been received , for displaying the main image represented by the main-image data on said display unit . US5479206A CLAIM 8 . The image system according to claim 4 , wherein said computer system further comprises an internal main memory and an external storage device (transportation temperature, transportation temperature requirement) , said input unit further comprising selecting means for selecting one of said internal main memory or said external storage device , and said computer system further comprising memory storage control means for storing the received main-image data in one of said internal main memory or said external storage device in dependence upon selection performed by said selecting means . US5479206A CLAIM 9 . The imaging system according to claim 8 , wherein said computer system further comprises means for performing control in such a manner that a remaining capacity (memory stores information) of said internal main memory and a volume of the received main-image data are calculated and displayed on said display unit . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (remaining capacity) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (containing data) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5479206A CLAIM 4 . The imaging system according to claim 1 , wherein said computer system generates a get command and wherein said electronic camera further comprises : second response means operative when the get command , containing data (sender information) designating magnification of a main image and an area to be cut from the reduced preview image as an area of the main image , has been applied from said computer system , for creating main-image data and for transmitting the main-image data to said computer system , wherein the main-image data comprises the image data of the designated area having the designated magnification , and said computer system further comprises second command means , operative when the magnification of the main image , the designation of the area of the main image and a get input indicative of acceptance of the main image have been applied through said input unit , for transmitting the get command , which contains the data indicative of the designated magnification and area , to said electronic camera ; and second display control means , operative when the main-image data transmitted from said second response means of said electronic camera in response to the get command has been received , for displaying the main image represented by the main-image data on said display unit . US5479206A CLAIM 9 . The imaging system according to claim 8 , wherein said computer system further comprises means for performing control in such a manner that a remaining capacity (memory stores information) of said internal main memory and a volume of the received main-image data are calculated and displayed on said display unit . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (containing data) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (external storage device) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5479206A CLAIM 4 . The imaging system according to claim 1 , wherein said computer system generates a get command and wherein said electronic camera further comprises : second response means operative when the get command , containing data (sender information) designating magnification of a main image and an area to be cut from the reduced preview image as an area of the main image , has been applied from said computer system , for creating main-image data and for transmitting the main-image data to said computer system , wherein the main-image data comprises the image data of the designated area having the designated magnification , and said computer system further comprises second command means , operative when the magnification of the main image , the designation of the area of the main image and a get input indicative of acceptance of the main image have been applied through said input unit , for transmitting the get command , which contains the data indicative of the designated magnification and area , to said electronic camera ; and second display control means , operative when the main-image data transmitted from said second response means of said electronic camera in response to the get command has been received , for displaying the main image represented by the main-image data on said display unit . US5479206A CLAIM 8 . The image system according to claim 4 , wherein said computer system further comprises an internal main memory and an external storage device (transportation temperature, transportation temperature requirement) , said input unit further comprising selecting means for selecting one of said internal main memory or said external storage device , and said computer system further comprising memory storage control means for storing the received main-image data in one of said internal main memory or said external storage device in dependence upon selection performed by said selecting means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (external storage device) , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5479206A CLAIM 8 . The image system according to claim 4 , wherein said computer system further comprises an internal main memory and an external storage device (transportation temperature, transportation temperature requirement) , said input unit further comprising selecting means for selecting one of said internal main memory or said external storage device , and said computer system further comprising memory storage control means for storing the received main-image data in one of said internal main memory or said external storage device in dependence upon selection performed by said selecting means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (external storage device) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5479206A CLAIM 8 . The image system according to claim 4 , wherein said computer system further comprises an internal main memory and an external storage device (transportation temperature, transportation temperature requirement) , said input unit further comprising selecting means for selecting one of said internal main memory or said external storage device , and said computer system further comprising memory storage control means for storing the received main-image data in one of said internal main memory or said external storage device in dependence upon selection performed by said selecting means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (remaining capacity) regarding the piece of luggage . |
US5479206A CLAIM 9 . The imaging system according to claim 8 , wherein said computer system further comprises means for performing control in such a manner that a remaining capacity (memory stores information) of said internal main memory and a volume of the received main-image data are calculated and displayed on said display unit . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (external storage device) , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5479206A CLAIM 8 . The image system according to claim 4 , wherein said computer system further comprises an internal main memory and an external storage device (transportation temperature, transportation temperature requirement) , said input unit further comprising selecting means for selecting one of said internal main memory or said external storage device , and said computer system further comprising memory storage control means for storing the received main-image data in one of said internal main memory or said external storage device in dependence upon selection performed by said selecting means . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5418537A Filed: 1992-11-18 Issued: 1995-05-23 Location of missing vehicles (Original Assignee) Trimble Inc (Current Assignee) Trimble Inc David G. Bird |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (said receiver) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (signal transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (sensor output) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5418537A CLAIM 1 . Apparatus for determining the present location of a missing vehicle , the apparatus comprising : a GPS signal antenna and receiver/processor , connected to the antenna , attached to a vehicle , to receive and process GPS signals to determine the present location of the vehicle to which the antenna and receiver/processor are attached ; an event sensor that determines when a selected trigger event involving the vehicle has occurred and issuing a sensor output (communication device) signal when that event occurs ; controller means , connected to the GPS receiver/processor and to the event sensor , for receiving the event sensor output signal and , in response thereto , for issuing a first output signal that is received by the GPS receiver/processor that commands the receiver/processor to determine and issue as an output signal the present location of the receiver/processor , and for receiving the receiver/processor output signal representing present location of the receiver/processor and issuing this present location information as a second output signal ; a cellular telephone , connected to the controller means , for receiving the controller means second output signal and , in response thereto , for transmitting the controller means second output signal to a selected telephone number ; and a power supply to deliver electrical power to at least one of the receiver/processor , the event sensor , the controller means and the cellular transmitter , where the receiver/processor , the event sensor , the controller means , and the cellular telephone are all carried on the vehicle whose present location is to be determined . US5418537A CLAIM 2 . The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the presence of at least one of said antenna , said receiver (sender information) /processor and said cellular telephone is concealed on said vehicle . US5418537A CLAIM 7 . A method for determining the present location of a missing vehicle , the method comprising the steps of : providing a vehicle with a LORAN signal antenna and receiver/processor , connected to the antenna , where the antenna and receiver/processor receive time-coded LORAN signals from a plurality of LORAN signal transmitter (receiver information) s and determine the location of a selected vehicle vehicle location from these signals ; providing the vehicle with a page responder to respond to a page request broadcast by a vehicle location service or paging service ; providing the vehicle with a cellular telephone that may be activated to place a telephone call to a selected telephone number ; providing the vehicle with a controller/modem that is electrically connected to , and controls the operation of , the receiver/processor , the page responder and the cellular telephone ; when the vehicle is determined to be missing , causing the vehicle location service or paging service to broadcast a page requesting the present location of the missing vehicle ; causing the page responder in the vehicle to receive the page request and , in response thereto , to cause the controller/modem to interrogate the receiver/processor concerning the present location of the vehicle ; causing the LORAN signal receiver/processor to obtain information on the present location of the vehicle and to provide this information for the controller/modem ; and causing the controller/modem to cause the cellular telephone to contact a selected vehicle location service or paging service and to communicate information on the vehicle present location to the vehicle location service or paging service , whereby information on the present location of the vehicle is made available to an owner or operator of the missing vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (sensor output) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5418537A CLAIM 1 . Apparatus for determining the present location of a missing vehicle , the apparatus comprising : a GPS signal antenna and receiver/processor , connected to the antenna , attached to a vehicle , to receive and process GPS signals to determine the present location of the vehicle to which the antenna and receiver/processor are attached ; an event sensor that determines when a selected trigger event involving the vehicle has occurred and issuing a sensor output (communication device) signal when that event occurs ; controller means , connected to the GPS receiver/processor and to the event sensor , for receiving the event sensor output signal and , in response thereto , for issuing a first output signal that is received by the GPS receiver/processor that commands the receiver/processor to determine and issue as an output signal the present location of the receiver/processor , and for receiving the receiver/processor output signal representing present location of the receiver/processor and issuing this present location information as a second output signal ; a cellular telephone , connected to the controller means , for receiving the controller means second output signal and , in response thereto , for transmitting the controller means second output signal to a selected telephone number ; and a power supply to deliver electrical power to at least one of the receiver/processor , the event sensor , the controller means and the cellular transmitter , where the receiver/processor , the event sensor , the controller means , and the cellular telephone are all carried on the vehicle whose present location is to be determined . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (said receiver) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (signal transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5418537A CLAIM 2 . The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the presence of at least one of said antenna , said receiver (sender information) /processor and said cellular telephone is concealed on said vehicle . US5418537A CLAIM 7 . A method for determining the present location of a missing vehicle , the method comprising the steps of : providing a vehicle with a LORAN signal antenna and receiver/processor , connected to the antenna , where the antenna and receiver/processor receive time-coded LORAN signals from a plurality of LORAN signal transmitter (receiver information) s and determine the location of a selected vehicle vehicle location from these signals ; providing the vehicle with a page responder to respond to a page request broadcast by a vehicle location service or paging service ; providing the vehicle with a cellular telephone that may be activated to place a telephone call to a selected telephone number ; providing the vehicle with a controller/modem that is electrically connected to , and controls the operation of , the receiver/processor , the page responder and the cellular telephone ; when the vehicle is determined to be missing , causing the vehicle location service or paging service to broadcast a page requesting the present location of the missing vehicle ; causing the page responder in the vehicle to receive the page request and , in response thereto , to cause the controller/modem to interrogate the receiver/processor concerning the present location of the vehicle ; causing the LORAN signal receiver/processor to obtain information on the present location of the vehicle and to provide this information for the controller/modem ; and causing the controller/modem to cause the cellular telephone to contact a selected vehicle location service or paging service and to communicate information on the vehicle present location to the vehicle location service or paging service , whereby information on the present location of the vehicle is made available to an owner or operator of the missing vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (said receiver) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (signal transmitter) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement (N signals) regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (sensor output) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5418537A CLAIM 1 . Apparatus for determining the present location of a missing vehicle , the apparatus comprising : a GPS signal antenna and receiver/processor , connected to the antenna , attached to a vehicle , to receive and process GPS signals to determine the present location of the vehicle to which the antenna and receiver/processor are attached ; an event sensor that determines when a selected trigger event involving the vehicle has occurred and issuing a sensor output (communication device) signal when that event occurs ; controller means , connected to the GPS receiver/processor and to the event sensor , for receiving the event sensor output signal and , in response thereto , for issuing a first output signal that is received by the GPS receiver/processor that commands the receiver/processor to determine and issue as an output signal the present location of the receiver/processor , and for receiving the receiver/processor output signal representing present location of the receiver/processor and issuing this present location information as a second output signal ; a cellular telephone , connected to the controller means , for receiving the controller means second output signal and , in response thereto , for transmitting the controller means second output signal to a selected telephone number ; and a power supply to deliver electrical power to at least one of the receiver/processor , the event sensor , the controller means and the cellular transmitter , where the receiver/processor , the event sensor , the controller means , and the cellular telephone are all carried on the vehicle whose present location is to be determined . US5418537A CLAIM 2 . The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the presence of at least one of said antenna , said receiver (sender information) /processor and said cellular telephone is concealed on said vehicle . US5418537A CLAIM 7 . A method for determining the present location of a missing vehicle , the method comprising the steps of : providing a vehicle with a LORAN signal antenna and receiver/processor , connected to the antenna , where the antenna and receiver/processor receive time-coded LORAN signals (temperature requirement) from a plurality of LORAN signal transmitter (receiver information) s and determine the location of a selected vehicle vehicle location from these signals ; providing the vehicle with a page responder to respond to a page request broadcast by a vehicle location service or paging service ; providing the vehicle with a cellular telephone that may be activated to place a telephone call to a selected telephone number ; providing the vehicle with a controller/modem that is electrically connected to , and controls the operation of , the receiver/processor , the page responder and the cellular telephone ; when the vehicle is determined to be missing , causing the vehicle location service or paging service to broadcast a page requesting the present location of the missing vehicle ; causing the page responder in the vehicle to receive the page request and , in response thereto , to cause the controller/modem to interrogate the receiver/processor concerning the present location of the vehicle ; causing the LORAN signal receiver/processor to obtain information on the present location of the vehicle and to provide this information for the controller/modem ; and causing the controller/modem to cause the cellular telephone to contact a selected vehicle location service or paging service and to communicate information on the vehicle present location to the vehicle location service or paging service , whereby information on the present location of the vehicle is made available to an owner or operator of the missing vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (communicate information) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5418537A CLAIM 3 . A method for determining the present location of a missing vehicle , the method comprising the steps of : providing a vehicle with a vehicle location signal receiver/processor that receives position location signals from two or more location-sensing sensors located on the vehicle and uses these signals to determine the present location of the vehicle on which the antenna and the receiver/processor are located , where the receiver/processor comprises : a plurality of gyroscopes and associated vehicle angular orientation sensors attached to the vehicle to determine and issue output signals indicating the present angular orientation of the vehicle ; a vehicle velocity sensor to determine and issue an output signal indicating the present velocity of the vehicle ; and a signal processor that receives the output signals from the vehicle angular orientation sensors and the vehicle velocity sensor and determines the present location of the vehicle from these signals ; providing the vehicle with a page responder to respond to a page request broadcast by a vehicle location service or paging service ; providing the vehicle with a cellular telephone that may be activated to place a telephone call to a selected telephone number ; providing the vehicle with a controller/modem that is electrically connected to , and controls the operation of , the receiver/processor , the page responder and the cellular telephone ; when the vehicle is determined to be missing , causing the vehicle location service or paging service to broadcast a page requesting the present location of the missing vehicle ; causing the page responder in the vehicle to receive the page request and , in response thereto , to cause the controller/modem to interrogate the receiver/processor concerning the present location of the vehicle ; causing the receiver/processor to obtain information on the present location of the missing vehicle and to provide this information for the controller/modem ; and causing the controller/modem to cause the cellular telephone to contact a selected vehicle location service or paging service and to communicate information (sensor monitors) on the vehicle present location to the vehicle location service or paging service , whereby information on the present location of the vehicle is made available to an owner or operator of the missing vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (sensor output) . |
US5418537A CLAIM 1 . Apparatus for determining the present location of a missing vehicle , the apparatus comprising : a GPS signal antenna and receiver/processor , connected to the antenna , attached to a vehicle , to receive and process GPS signals to determine the present location of the vehicle to which the antenna and receiver/processor are attached ; an event sensor that determines when a selected trigger event involving the vehicle has occurred and issuing a sensor output (communication device) signal when that event occurs ; controller means , connected to the GPS receiver/processor and to the event sensor , for receiving the event sensor output signal and , in response thereto , for issuing a first output signal that is received by the GPS receiver/processor that commands the receiver/processor to determine and issue as an output signal the present location of the receiver/processor , and for receiving the receiver/processor output signal representing present location of the receiver/processor and issuing this present location information as a second output signal ; a cellular telephone , connected to the controller means , for receiving the controller means second output signal and , in response thereto , for transmitting the controller means second output signal to a selected telephone number ; and a power supply to deliver electrical power to at least one of the receiver/processor , the event sensor , the controller means and the cellular transmitter , where the receiver/processor , the event sensor , the controller means , and the cellular telephone are all carried on the vehicle whose present location is to be determined . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (output signals) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5418537A CLAIM 3 . A method for determining the present location of a missing vehicle , the method comprising the steps of : providing a vehicle with a vehicle location signal receiver/processor that receives position location signals from two or more location-sensing sensors located on the vehicle and uses these signals to determine the present location of the vehicle on which the antenna and the receiver/processor are located , where the receiver/processor comprises : a plurality of gyroscopes and associated vehicle angular orientation sensors attached to the vehicle to determine and issue output signals (input device) indicating the present angular orientation of the vehicle ; a vehicle velocity sensor to determine and issue an output signal indicating the present velocity of the vehicle ; and a signal processor that receives the output signals from the vehicle angular orientation sensors and the vehicle velocity sensor and determines the present location of the vehicle from these signals ; providing the vehicle with a page responder to respond to a page request broadcast by a vehicle location service or paging service ; providing the vehicle with a cellular telephone that may be activated to place a telephone call to a selected telephone number ; providing the vehicle with a controller/modem that is electrically connected to , and controls the operation of , the receiver/processor , the page responder and the cellular telephone ; when the vehicle is determined to be missing , causing the vehicle location service or paging service to broadcast a page requesting the present location of the missing vehicle ; causing the page responder in the vehicle to receive the page request and , in response thereto , to cause the controller/modem to interrogate the receiver/processor concerning the present location of the vehicle ; causing the receiver/processor to obtain information on the present location of the missing vehicle and to provide this information for the controller/modem ; and causing the controller/modem to cause the cellular telephone to contact a selected vehicle location service or paging service and to communicate information on the vehicle present location to the vehicle location service or paging service , whereby information on the present location of the vehicle is made available to an owner or operator of the missing vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (sensor output) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5418537A CLAIM 1 . Apparatus for determining the present location of a missing vehicle , the apparatus comprising : a GPS signal antenna and receiver/processor , connected to the antenna , attached to a vehicle , to receive and process GPS signals to determine the present location of the vehicle to which the antenna and receiver/processor are attached ; an event sensor that determines when a selected trigger event involving the vehicle has occurred and issuing a sensor output (communication device) signal when that event occurs ; controller means , connected to the GPS receiver/processor and to the event sensor , for receiving the event sensor output signal and , in response thereto , for issuing a first output signal that is received by the GPS receiver/processor that commands the receiver/processor to determine and issue as an output signal the present location of the receiver/processor , and for receiving the receiver/processor output signal representing present location of the receiver/processor and issuing this present location information as a second output signal ; a cellular telephone , connected to the controller means , for receiving the controller means second output signal and , in response thereto , for transmitting the controller means second output signal to a selected telephone number ; and a power supply to deliver electrical power to at least one of the receiver/processor , the event sensor , the controller means and the cellular transmitter , where the receiver/processor , the event sensor , the controller means , and the cellular telephone are all carried on the vehicle whose present location is to be determined . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (communicate information) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5418537A CLAIM 3 . A method for determining the present location of a missing vehicle , the method comprising the steps of : providing a vehicle with a vehicle location signal receiver/processor that receives position location signals from two or more location-sensing sensors located on the vehicle and uses these signals to determine the present location of the vehicle on which the antenna and the receiver/processor are located , where the receiver/processor comprises : a plurality of gyroscopes and associated vehicle angular orientation sensors attached to the vehicle to determine and issue output signals indicating the present angular orientation of the vehicle ; a vehicle velocity sensor to determine and issue an output signal indicating the present velocity of the vehicle ; and a signal processor that receives the output signals from the vehicle angular orientation sensors and the vehicle velocity sensor and determines the present location of the vehicle from these signals ; providing the vehicle with a page responder to respond to a page request broadcast by a vehicle location service or paging service ; providing the vehicle with a cellular telephone that may be activated to place a telephone call to a selected telephone number ; providing the vehicle with a controller/modem that is electrically connected to , and controls the operation of , the receiver/processor , the page responder and the cellular telephone ; when the vehicle is determined to be missing , causing the vehicle location service or paging service to broadcast a page requesting the present location of the missing vehicle ; causing the page responder in the vehicle to receive the page request and , in response thereto , to cause the controller/modem to interrogate the receiver/processor concerning the present location of the vehicle ; causing the receiver/processor to obtain information on the present location of the missing vehicle and to provide this information for the controller/modem ; and causing the controller/modem to cause the cellular telephone to contact a selected vehicle location service or paging service and to communicate information (sensor monitors) on the vehicle present location to the vehicle location service or paging service , whereby information on the present location of the vehicle is made available to an owner or operator of the missing vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (sensor output) . |
US5418537A CLAIM 1 . Apparatus for determining the present location of a missing vehicle , the apparatus comprising : a GPS signal antenna and receiver/processor , connected to the antenna , attached to a vehicle , to receive and process GPS signals to determine the present location of the vehicle to which the antenna and receiver/processor are attached ; an event sensor that determines when a selected trigger event involving the vehicle has occurred and issuing a sensor output (communication device) signal when that event occurs ; controller means , connected to the GPS receiver/processor and to the event sensor , for receiving the event sensor output signal and , in response thereto , for issuing a first output signal that is received by the GPS receiver/processor that commands the receiver/processor to determine and issue as an output signal the present location of the receiver/processor , and for receiving the receiver/processor output signal representing present location of the receiver/processor and issuing this present location information as a second output signal ; a cellular telephone , connected to the controller means , for receiving the controller means second output signal and , in response thereto , for transmitting the controller means second output signal to a selected telephone number ; and a power supply to deliver electrical power to at least one of the receiver/processor , the event sensor , the controller means and the cellular transmitter , where the receiver/processor , the event sensor , the controller means , and the cellular telephone are all carried on the vehicle whose present location is to be determined . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (output signals) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5418537A CLAIM 3 . A method for determining the present location of a missing vehicle , the method comprising the steps of : providing a vehicle with a vehicle location signal receiver/processor that receives position location signals from two or more location-sensing sensors located on the vehicle and uses these signals to determine the present location of the vehicle on which the antenna and the receiver/processor are located , where the receiver/processor comprises : a plurality of gyroscopes and associated vehicle angular orientation sensors attached to the vehicle to determine and issue output signals (input device) indicating the present angular orientation of the vehicle ; a vehicle velocity sensor to determine and issue an output signal indicating the present velocity of the vehicle ; and a signal processor that receives the output signals from the vehicle angular orientation sensors and the vehicle velocity sensor and determines the present location of the vehicle from these signals ; providing the vehicle with a page responder to respond to a page request broadcast by a vehicle location service or paging service ; providing the vehicle with a cellular telephone that may be activated to place a telephone call to a selected telephone number ; providing the vehicle with a controller/modem that is electrically connected to , and controls the operation of , the receiver/processor , the page responder and the cellular telephone ; when the vehicle is determined to be missing , causing the vehicle location service or paging service to broadcast a page requesting the present location of the missing vehicle ; causing the page responder in the vehicle to receive the page request and , in response thereto , to cause the controller/modem to interrogate the receiver/processor concerning the present location of the vehicle ; causing the receiver/processor to obtain information on the present location of the missing vehicle and to provide this information for the controller/modem ; and causing the controller/modem to cause the cellular telephone to contact a selected vehicle location service or paging service and to communicate information on the vehicle present location to the vehicle location service or paging service , whereby information on the present location of the vehicle is made available to an owner or operator of the missing vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5442553A Filed: 1992-11-16 Issued: 1995-08-15 Wireless motor vehicle diagnostic and software upgrade system (Original Assignee) Motorola Solutions Inc (Current Assignee) Motorola Solutions Inc Louis C. Parrillo |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information (received signal) , delivery instruction information , invoice information (motor vehicle) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5442553A CLAIM 1 . A wireless diagnostic and software upgrade motor vehicle (invoice information) system , which system includes a vehicle with an engine and manual controls , the system comprising : a plurality of sensors positioned to sense a variety of dynamic data in the vehicle ; a plurality of mechanical controls coupled to the vehicle and the engine for mechanically controlling the operation of various components thereof ; a memory ; a microprocessor coupled to the plurality of sensors and to the memory to receive the dynamic data and store the dynamic data in the memory , the microprocessor further being coupled to the plurality of mechanical controls and including programs to cause functioning of the mechanical controls in accordance with signals from the manual controls ; and a transceiver coupled to the microprocessor to receive the dynamic data from the memory and transmit the dynamic data to a remote diagnostic station and to provide program upgrades to the microprocessor in response to signals received from the remote diagnostic station . US5442553A CLAIM 7 . In a vehicle including an engine and manual controls , a method of diagnosis and software upgrade comprising the steps of : providing a plurality of sensors positioned to sense a variety of dynamic data and a plurality of mechanical controls coupled to the vehicle and the engine for mechanically controlling the operation of various components thereof ; providing a microprocessor coupled to the plurality of mechanical controls and including programs to cause functioning of the mechanical controls in accordance with signals from the manual controls , the microprocessor further including a variety of selectable program constants , each program constant producing a modified functioning of the mechanical controls ; collecting and sending the variety of dynamic data to a remote diagnostic station ; receiving signals from the remote diagnostic station indicative of program changes ; and selecting different program constants in response to the received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) s . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information (received signal) , delivery instruction information , invoice information (motor vehicle) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5442553A CLAIM 1 . A wireless diagnostic and software upgrade motor vehicle (invoice information) system , which system includes a vehicle with an engine and manual controls , the system comprising : a plurality of sensors positioned to sense a variety of dynamic data in the vehicle ; a plurality of mechanical controls coupled to the vehicle and the engine for mechanically controlling the operation of various components thereof ; a memory ; a microprocessor coupled to the plurality of sensors and to the memory to receive the dynamic data and store the dynamic data in the memory , the microprocessor further being coupled to the plurality of mechanical controls and including programs to cause functioning of the mechanical controls in accordance with signals from the manual controls ; and a transceiver coupled to the microprocessor to receive the dynamic data from the memory and transmit the dynamic data to a remote diagnostic station and to provide program upgrades to the microprocessor in response to signals received from the remote diagnostic station . US5442553A CLAIM 7 . In a vehicle including an engine and manual controls , a method of diagnosis and software upgrade comprising the steps of : providing a plurality of sensors positioned to sense a variety of dynamic data and a plurality of mechanical controls coupled to the vehicle and the engine for mechanically controlling the operation of various components thereof ; providing a microprocessor coupled to the plurality of mechanical controls and including programs to cause functioning of the mechanical controls in accordance with signals from the manual controls , the microprocessor further including a variety of selectable program constants , each program constant producing a modified functioning of the mechanical controls ; collecting and sending the variety of dynamic data to a remote diagnostic station ; receiving signals from the remote diagnostic station indicative of program changes ; and selecting different program constants in response to the received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) s . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information (received signal) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (motor vehicle) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5442553A CLAIM 1 . A wireless diagnostic and software upgrade motor vehicle (invoice information) system , which system includes a vehicle with an engine and manual controls , the system comprising : a plurality of sensors positioned to sense a variety of dynamic data in the vehicle ; a plurality of mechanical controls coupled to the vehicle and the engine for mechanically controlling the operation of various components thereof ; a memory ; a microprocessor coupled to the plurality of sensors and to the memory to receive the dynamic data and store the dynamic data in the memory , the microprocessor further being coupled to the plurality of mechanical controls and including programs to cause functioning of the mechanical controls in accordance with signals from the manual controls ; and a transceiver coupled to the microprocessor to receive the dynamic data from the memory and transmit the dynamic data to a remote diagnostic station and to provide program upgrades to the microprocessor in response to signals received from the remote diagnostic station . US5442553A CLAIM 7 . In a vehicle including an engine and manual controls , a method of diagnosis and software upgrade comprising the steps of : providing a plurality of sensors positioned to sense a variety of dynamic data and a plurality of mechanical controls coupled to the vehicle and the engine for mechanically controlling the operation of various components thereof ; providing a microprocessor coupled to the plurality of mechanical controls and including programs to cause functioning of the mechanical controls in accordance with signals from the manual controls , the microprocessor further including a variety of selectable program constants , each program constant producing a modified functioning of the mechanical controls ; collecting and sending the variety of dynamic data to a remote diagnostic station ; receiving signals from the remote diagnostic station indicative of program changes ; and selecting different program constants in response to the received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) s . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5218367A Filed: 1992-06-01 Issued: 1993-06-08 Vehicle tracking system (Original Assignee) Trackmobile LLC (Current Assignee) COMCAST INVESTMENT HOLDINGS Inc ; COMCAST TM Inc Eliezer A. Sheffer, Marco J. Thompson |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (received signal, said sensors) , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (transmitter unit) , handling instruction information (received signal, said sensors) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5218367A CLAIM 1 . A vehicle tracking system , comprising : an array of fixed cellular signal receiving and transmitting units each covering a predetermined area and forming part of a cellular telephone network , each fixed cellular unit including means for transmitting cellular voice and control channel signals identifying said unit ; a signal processing unit for mounting in a vehicle , the unit including signal generating means for generating emergency signals on detection of an emergency condition , the signal generating means including means for continuously scanning all voice and control channel signals from any fixed cellular units within range of the vehicle during an emergency condition , means for determining the signal strengths of any received cellular voice and control signals , and means for transmitting an emergency signal from the vehicle for each set of received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information, origination information) s , each emergency signal including the received cellular control signals and determined signal strengths ; and a central monitoring means for receiving said emergency signals and for computing an approximate vehicle location from said cellular control signals and signal strengths . US5218367A CLAIM 7 . The system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said central monitoring means includes a computer , connecting means for connecting the computer to receive incoming alarm signals via a telephone line , and display means for displaying output information from said computer , the computer including means for receiving and storing incoming alarm messages , means for displaying vehicle identifying information on said display means in response to an incoming alarm signal means for computing an approximate vehicle location from the incoming alarm signal information on adjacent cellular transmitter unit (receiver information) s and signal strengths , and means for displaying the computed vehicle location on the display means . US5218367A CLAIM 11 . The system as claimed in claim 10 , wherein said cellular processing unit includes a power input , monitoring means connected to said sensors (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information, origination information) and having an output connected to said signal generating means , said monitoring means being connected to said power input at all times , and switching means connected between said power input and said signal generating means , said switching means comprising means for normally disconnecting said signal generating means from said power input when the vehicle ignition is off and for connecting the signal generating means to the power input when the ignition is on , and said monitoring means comprising means for operating said switching means to connect said signal generating means to the power input on actuation of any of said sensors while the vehicle ignition is off . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (received signal, said sensors) , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (transmitter unit) , handling instruction information (received signal, said sensors) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5218367A CLAIM 1 . A vehicle tracking system , comprising : an array of fixed cellular signal receiving and transmitting units each covering a predetermined area and forming part of a cellular telephone network , each fixed cellular unit including means for transmitting cellular voice and control channel signals identifying said unit ; a signal processing unit for mounting in a vehicle , the unit including signal generating means for generating emergency signals on detection of an emergency condition , the signal generating means including means for continuously scanning all voice and control channel signals from any fixed cellular units within range of the vehicle during an emergency condition , means for determining the signal strengths of any received cellular voice and control signals , and means for transmitting an emergency signal from the vehicle for each set of received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information, origination information) s , each emergency signal including the received cellular control signals and determined signal strengths ; and a central monitoring means for receiving said emergency signals and for computing an approximate vehicle location from said cellular control signals and signal strengths . US5218367A CLAIM 7 . The system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said central monitoring means includes a computer , connecting means for connecting the computer to receive incoming alarm signals via a telephone line , and display means for displaying output information from said computer , the computer including means for receiving and storing incoming alarm messages , means for displaying vehicle identifying information on said display means in response to an incoming alarm signal means for computing an approximate vehicle location from the incoming alarm signal information on adjacent cellular transmitter unit (receiver information) s and signal strengths , and means for displaying the computed vehicle location on the display means . US5218367A CLAIM 11 . The system as claimed in claim 10 , wherein said cellular processing unit includes a power input , monitoring means connected to said sensors (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information, origination information) and having an output connected to said signal generating means , said monitoring means being connected to said power input at all times , and switching means connected between said power input and said signal generating means , said switching means comprising means for normally disconnecting said signal generating means from said power input when the vehicle ignition is off and for connecting the signal generating means to the power input when the ignition is on , and said monitoring means comprising means for operating said switching means to connect said signal generating means to the power input on actuation of any of said sensors while the vehicle ignition is off . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information (received signal, said sensors) regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (transmitter unit) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information (received signal, said sensors) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5218367A CLAIM 1 . A vehicle tracking system , comprising : an array of fixed cellular signal receiving and transmitting units each covering a predetermined area and forming part of a cellular telephone network , each fixed cellular unit including means for transmitting cellular voice and control channel signals identifying said unit ; a signal processing unit for mounting in a vehicle , the unit including signal generating means for generating emergency signals on detection of an emergency condition , the signal generating means including means for continuously scanning all voice and control channel signals from any fixed cellular units within range of the vehicle during an emergency condition , means for determining the signal strengths of any received cellular voice and control signals , and means for transmitting an emergency signal from the vehicle for each set of received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information, origination information) s , each emergency signal including the received cellular control signals and determined signal strengths ; and a central monitoring means for receiving said emergency signals and for computing an approximate vehicle location from said cellular control signals and signal strengths . US5218367A CLAIM 7 . The system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said central monitoring means includes a computer , connecting means for connecting the computer to receive incoming alarm signals via a telephone line , and display means for displaying output information from said computer , the computer including means for receiving and storing incoming alarm messages , means for displaying vehicle identifying information on said display means in response to an incoming alarm signal means for computing an approximate vehicle location from the incoming alarm signal information on adjacent cellular transmitter unit (receiver information) s and signal strengths , and means for displaying the computed vehicle location on the display means . US5218367A CLAIM 11 . The system as claimed in claim 10 , wherein said cellular processing unit includes a power input , monitoring means connected to said sensors (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information, origination information) and having an output connected to said signal generating means , said monitoring means being connected to said power input at all times , and switching means connected between said power input and said signal generating means , said switching means comprising means for normally disconnecting said signal generating means from said power input when the vehicle ignition is off and for connecting the signal generating means to the power input when the ignition is on , and said monitoring means comprising means for operating said switching means to connect said signal generating means to the power input on actuation of any of said sensors while the vehicle ignition is off . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (signal processing means) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5218367A CLAIM 2 . The system as claimed in claim 1 , further including sensor means linked to said signal processing means (sensor monitors) for detecting an emergency in said vehicle , said signal processing means including means for monitoring the output of said sensor means and operating said emergency signal generating means on actuation of said sensor means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (radio signals) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5218367A CLAIM 13 . The system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said signal generating means comprises a transceiver for receiving and transmitting cellular radio signals (inputting information) , and a controller for controlling said transceiver to transmit said alarm message in the event of an emergency . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (signal processing means) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5218367A CLAIM 2 . The system as claimed in claim 1 , further including sensor means linked to said signal processing means (sensor monitors) for detecting an emergency in said vehicle , said signal processing means including means for monitoring the output of said sensor means and operating said emergency signal generating means on actuation of said sensor means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (radio signals) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5218367A CLAIM 13 . The system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said signal generating means comprises a transceiver for receiving and transmitting cellular radio signals (inputting information) , and a controller for controlling said transceiver to transmit said alarm message in the event of an emergency . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5310349A Filed: 1992-04-30 Issued: 1994-05-10 Instructional management system (Original Assignee) Jostens Learning Corp (Current Assignee) COMPASSLEARNING Inc Dan B. Daniels, Darrell M. Olps, Carl G. Reese, Tom R. Rahlfs, Ronald R. Carlton |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (management system) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5310349A CLAIM 4 . A user interface apparatus of an instructional management system (invoice information) for presenting text and graphics information to a user , the interface being targeted to scholastic environments and comprising : (a) at least one computer connected to a computer network , the computer having user input means (destination information, inputting information) , a video screen , and data storage means coupled thereto ; (b) instructional and administrative information stored in an electronic format in the data storage means of the computer ; (c) virtual school means , operated by the computer and coupled to the data storage means , for providing a networked virtual reality environment so that one or more users of the computer network can access the instructional and administrative information by grouped functions , wherein the user selects among the grouped functions by accessing one of a plurality of rooms within a school representation displayed on the video screen , the networked virtual reality environment thereby presenting the user as a real-time entity within the virtual school means so that the user interacts with other users and elements therein , wherein the virtual school means further comprises : (1) main panel means , operated by the computer and displayed on the video screen , for presenting the instructional and administrative information along substantially the majority of one side of the screen ; (2) the portion of the video screen not occupied by the main panel means divided substantially into first , second , and third sections ; (3) directions panel means , operated by the computer , for guiding the user in correct and efficient use of the user interface by displaying instructions on the video screen , the directions panel means being displayed in the first section of the video screen and comprising : (i) text means for displaying text on the video screen directed to on-line training and help functions for the user interface ; (ii) tutor means for presenting audio and full-motion video on the video screen in conjunction with the test displayed in the text means ; (4) list panel means , operated by the computer , for presenting information from a currently active database on the video screen and accessing the database elements , the list panel means being displayed in a second section of the video screen ; and (5) status panel means , operated by the computer , for displaying a message indication describing which room the user is in and the function being performed . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (management system) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5310349A CLAIM 4 . A user interface apparatus of an instructional management system (invoice information) for presenting text and graphics information to a user , the interface being targeted to scholastic environments and comprising : (a) at least one computer connected to a computer network , the computer having user input means (destination information, inputting information) , a video screen , and data storage means coupled thereto ; (b) instructional and administrative information stored in an electronic format in the data storage means of the computer ; (c) virtual school means , operated by the computer and coupled to the data storage means , for providing a networked virtual reality environment so that one or more users of the computer network can access the instructional and administrative information by grouped functions , wherein the user selects among the grouped functions by accessing one of a plurality of rooms within a school representation displayed on the video screen , the networked virtual reality environment thereby presenting the user as a real-time entity within the virtual school means so that the user interacts with other users and elements therein , wherein the virtual school means further comprises : (1) main panel means , operated by the computer and displayed on the video screen , for presenting the instructional and administrative information along substantially the majority of one side of the screen ; (2) the portion of the video screen not occupied by the main panel means divided substantially into first , second , and third sections ; (3) directions panel means , operated by the computer , for guiding the user in correct and efficient use of the user interface by displaying instructions on the video screen , the directions panel means being displayed in the first section of the video screen and comprising : (i) text means for displaying text on the video screen directed to on-line training and help functions for the user interface ; (ii) tutor means for presenting audio and full-motion video on the video screen in conjunction with the test displayed in the text means ; (4) list panel means , operated by the computer , for presenting information from a currently active database on the video screen and accessing the database elements , the list panel means being displayed in a second section of the video screen ; and (5) status panel means , operated by the computer , for displaying a message indication describing which room the user is in and the function being performed . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (input means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (management system) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5310349A CLAIM 4 . A user interface apparatus of an instructional management system (invoice information) for presenting text and graphics information to a user , the interface being targeted to scholastic environments and comprising : (a) at least one computer connected to a computer network , the computer having user input means (destination information, inputting information) , a video screen , and data storage means coupled thereto ; (b) instructional and administrative information stored in an electronic format in the data storage means of the computer ; (c) virtual school means , operated by the computer and coupled to the data storage means , for providing a networked virtual reality environment so that one or more users of the computer network can access the instructional and administrative information by grouped functions , wherein the user selects among the grouped functions by accessing one of a plurality of rooms within a school representation displayed on the video screen , the networked virtual reality environment thereby presenting the user as a real-time entity within the virtual school means so that the user interacts with other users and elements therein , wherein the virtual school means further comprises : (1) main panel means , operated by the computer and displayed on the video screen , for presenting the instructional and administrative information along substantially the majority of one side of the screen ; (2) the portion of the video screen not occupied by the main panel means divided substantially into first , second , and third sections ; (3) directions panel means , operated by the computer , for guiding the user in correct and efficient use of the user interface by displaying instructions on the video screen , the directions panel means being displayed in the first section of the video screen and comprising : (i) text means for displaying text on the video screen directed to on-line training and help functions for the user interface ; (ii) tutor means for presenting audio and full-motion video on the video screen in conjunction with the test displayed in the text means ; (4) list panel means , operated by the computer , for presenting information from a currently active database on the video screen and accessing the database elements , the list panel means being displayed in a second section of the video screen ; and (5) status panel means , operated by the computer , for displaying a message indication describing which room the user is in and the function being performed . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5310349A CLAIM 4 . A user interface apparatus of an instructional management system for presenting text and graphics information to a user , the interface being targeted to scholastic environments and comprising : (a) at least one computer connected to a computer network , the computer having user input means (destination information, inputting information) , a video screen , and data storage means coupled thereto ; (b) instructional and administrative information stored in an electronic format in the data storage means of the computer ; (c) virtual school means , operated by the computer and coupled to the data storage means , for providing a networked virtual reality environment so that one or more users of the computer network can access the instructional and administrative information by grouped functions , wherein the user selects among the grouped functions by accessing one of a plurality of rooms within a school representation displayed on the video screen , the networked virtual reality environment thereby presenting the user as a real-time entity within the virtual school means so that the user interacts with other users and elements therein , wherein the virtual school means further comprises : (1) main panel means , operated by the computer and displayed on the video screen , for presenting the instructional and administrative information along substantially the majority of one side of the screen ; (2) the portion of the video screen not occupied by the main panel means divided substantially into first , second , and third sections ; (3) directions panel means , operated by the computer , for guiding the user in correct and efficient use of the user interface by displaying instructions on the video screen , the directions panel means being displayed in the first section of the video screen and comprising : (i) text means for displaying text on the video screen directed to on-line training and help functions for the user interface ; (ii) tutor means for presenting audio and full-motion video on the video screen in conjunction with the test displayed in the text means ; (4) list panel means , operated by the computer , for presenting information from a currently active database on the video screen and accessing the database elements , the list panel means being displayed in a second section of the video screen ; and (5) status panel means , operated by the computer , for displaying a message indication describing which room the user is in and the function being performed . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5310349A CLAIM 4 . A user interface apparatus of an instructional management system for presenting text and graphics information to a user , the interface being targeted to scholastic environments and comprising : (a) at least one computer connected to a computer network , the computer having user input means (destination information, inputting information) , a video screen , and data storage means coupled thereto ; (b) instructional and administrative information stored in an electronic format in the data storage means of the computer ; (c) virtual school means , operated by the computer and coupled to the data storage means , for providing a networked virtual reality environment so that one or more users of the computer network can access the instructional and administrative information by grouped functions , wherein the user selects among the grouped functions by accessing one of a plurality of rooms within a school representation displayed on the video screen , the networked virtual reality environment thereby presenting the user as a real-time entity within the virtual school means so that the user interacts with other users and elements therein , wherein the virtual school means further comprises : (1) main panel means , operated by the computer and displayed on the video screen , for presenting the instructional and administrative information along substantially the majority of one side of the screen ; (2) the portion of the video screen not occupied by the main panel means divided substantially into first , second , and third sections ; (3) directions panel means , operated by the computer , for guiding the user in correct and efficient use of the user interface by displaying instructions on the video screen , the directions panel means being displayed in the first section of the video screen and comprising : (i) text means for displaying text on the video screen directed to on-line training and help functions for the user interface ; (ii) tutor means for presenting audio and full-motion video on the video screen in conjunction with the test displayed in the text means ; (4) list panel means , operated by the computer , for presenting information from a currently active database on the video screen and accessing the database elements , the list panel means being displayed in a second section of the video screen ; and (5) status panel means , operated by the computer , for displaying a message indication describing which room the user is in and the function being performed . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5253275A Filed: 1992-04-02 Issued: 1993-10-12 Audio and video transmission and receiving system (Original Assignee) H LEE BROWNE D/B/A GREENWICH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES (Current Assignee) GREENWICH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES LLC ; H LEE BROWNE D/B/A GREENWICH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES Paul Yurt, H. Lee Browne |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (source material) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (unique identification code) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5253275A CLAIM 1 . A transmission system for providing information to be transmitted to remote locations , the transmission system comprising : library means for storing items containing information ; identification encoding means for retrieving the information in the items from the library means and for assigning a unique identification code (invoice information) to the retrieved information ; conversion means , coupled to the identification encoding means , for placing the retrieved information into a predetermined format as formatted data ; ordering means , coupled to the conversion means , for placing the formatted data into a sequence of addressable data blocks ; compression means , coupled to the ordering means , for compressing the formatted and sequenced data blocks ; compressed data storing means , coupled to the data compression means , for storing as files the compressed , sequenced data blocks received from the data compression means with the unique identification code assigned by the identification encoding means ; and transmitter means , coupled to the compressed data storing means , for sending at least a portion of one of the files to a reception system at a head end of a cable television system for subsequent transmission to one of the remote locations . US5253275A CLAIM 3 . A receiving system responsive to a user input identifying a choice of an item stored in a source material (destination information) library at a transmission system to be played back to a user at a location remote from the source material library , the item containing information to be sent from the transmission system to the receiving system , the receiving system comprising : requesting means for transmitting to the source material library in the transmission system the identity of the item ; transceiver means , coupled to the requesting means , for receiving the item from the transmission system as at least one compressed , formatted data block ; receiver format conversion means , coupled to the transceiver means , for converting the at least one compressed , formatted data block into a format suitable for storage processing , and for playback at the receiver system ; storage means , coupled to the receiver format conversion means , for storing a complete copy of the formatted data ; decompressing means , coupled to the receiver format conversion means , and located at a head end of a cable television system , for decompressing the copy of the formatted data ; and output data conversion means , coupled to the decompressing means , for playing back the decompressed copy of the data at a time specified by the user and at a user receiver . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (source material) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (unique identification code) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5253275A CLAIM 1 . A transmission system for providing information to be transmitted to remote locations , the transmission system comprising : library means for storing items containing information ; identification encoding means for retrieving the information in the items from the library means and for assigning a unique identification code (invoice information) to the retrieved information ; conversion means , coupled to the identification encoding means , for placing the retrieved information into a predetermined format as formatted data ; ordering means , coupled to the conversion means , for placing the formatted data into a sequence of addressable data blocks ; compression means , coupled to the ordering means , for compressing the formatted and sequenced data blocks ; compressed data storing means , coupled to the data compression means , for storing as files the compressed , sequenced data blocks received from the data compression means with the unique identification code assigned by the identification encoding means ; and transmitter means , coupled to the compressed data storing means , for sending at least a portion of one of the files to a reception system at a head end of a cable television system for subsequent transmission to one of the remote locations . US5253275A CLAIM 3 . A receiving system responsive to a user input identifying a choice of an item stored in a source material (destination information) library at a transmission system to be played back to a user at a location remote from the source material library , the item containing information to be sent from the transmission system to the receiving system , the receiving system comprising : requesting means for transmitting to the source material library in the transmission system the identity of the item ; transceiver means , coupled to the requesting means , for receiving the item from the transmission system as at least one compressed , formatted data block ; receiver format conversion means , coupled to the transceiver means , for converting the at least one compressed , formatted data block into a format suitable for storage processing , and for playback at the receiver system ; storage means , coupled to the receiver format conversion means , for storing a complete copy of the formatted data ; decompressing means , coupled to the receiver format conversion means , and located at a head end of a cable television system , for decompressing the copy of the formatted data ; and output data conversion means , coupled to the decompressing means , for playing back the decompressed copy of the data at a time specified by the user and at a user receiver . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (source material) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (unique identification code) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5253275A CLAIM 1 . A transmission system for providing information to be transmitted to remote locations , the transmission system comprising : library means for storing items containing information ; identification encoding means for retrieving the information in the items from the library means and for assigning a unique identification code (invoice information) to the retrieved information ; conversion means , coupled to the identification encoding means , for placing the retrieved information into a predetermined format as formatted data ; ordering means , coupled to the conversion means , for placing the formatted data into a sequence of addressable data blocks ; compression means , coupled to the ordering means , for compressing the formatted and sequenced data blocks ; compressed data storing means , coupled to the data compression means , for storing as files the compressed , sequenced data blocks received from the data compression means with the unique identification code assigned by the identification encoding means ; and transmitter means , coupled to the compressed data storing means , for sending at least a portion of one of the files to a reception system at a head end of a cable television system for subsequent transmission to one of the remote locations . US5253275A CLAIM 3 . A receiving system responsive to a user input identifying a choice of an item stored in a source material (destination information) library at a transmission system to be played back to a user at a location remote from the source material library , the item containing information to be sent from the transmission system to the receiving system , the receiving system comprising : requesting means for transmitting to the source material library in the transmission system the identity of the item ; transceiver means , coupled to the requesting means , for receiving the item from the transmission system as at least one compressed , formatted data block ; receiver format conversion means , coupled to the transceiver means , for converting the at least one compressed , formatted data block into a format suitable for storage processing , and for playback at the receiver system ; storage means , coupled to the receiver format conversion means , for storing a complete copy of the formatted data ; decompressing means , coupled to the receiver format conversion means , and located at a head end of a cable television system , for decompressing the copy of the formatted data ; and output data conversion means , coupled to the decompressing means , for playing back the decompressed copy of the data at a time specified by the user and at a user receiver . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5334974A Filed: 1992-02-06 Issued: 1994-08-02 Personal security system (Original Assignee) SIMMS INDUSTRIES Inc A CORP OF MARYLAND (Current Assignee) Simms Security Corp James R. Simms, Charles G. Simms, Daniel D. Moore, Jr. |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage device) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (selected vehicle) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (communication device) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5334974A CLAIM 9 . An apparatus for monitoring a vehicle operator inside a mobile vehicle comprising : a mobile security assembly installed in said vehicle , said mobile security assembly further comprising , a mobile unit having a programmable memory containing vehicle-specific information , a keypad for allowing manual indication of an alarm condition , a position locator for providing position coordinates indicating a location of said mobile vehicle , a scanning device for reading data , and a microcontroller connected to said programmable memory , keypad , position locator and scanning device , and a plurality of remote sensors for automatically sensing an alarm condition and indicating said alarm condition to said mobile unit , and data entry means provided with personal information relating to a particular vehicle operator stored thereon , said data entry means being insertable in said scanning device ; whereby insertion of said data entry means into said scanning device prompts said scanning device to read said personal information therefrom ; said microcontroller being triggered by a personal security situation indicated at one of said keypad and remote sensors to input said position coordinates from said position locator and to format a security message comprising said alarm condition , vehicle-specific information , personal information and said position coordinates , and a portable communication device (communication device) connected to said mobile unit and conveyed therewith for transmitting said security message to a central dispatch station ; and a central dispatch station , said central dispatch station further comprising , a central communication console for receiving said security message from said mobile security assembly and decoding said personal information and vehicle-specific information , position coordinates , and alarm condition from said security message ; a display console connected to said central communication console for correlating said position coordinates to a digital map , and for displaying said digital map to a central operator with said identification information , position coordinates , and alarm condition indicated thereon . US5334974A CLAIM 11 . The apparatus for monitoring a vehicle operator in a mobile vehicle according to claim 9 wherein said mobile unit further comprises a plurality of actuators connected between the vehicle wiring and said microcontroller , said actuators being actuable from said central dispatch station for allowing remote control of selected vehicle (invoice information) functions . US5334974A CLAIM 26 . A method for safeguarding the personal security of a vehicle operator comprising the steps of : equipping a vehicle with a mobile security assembly comprising a communication device , a position locator for determining a current position , and a mobile unit connected between said communication device and position locator ; storing vehicle identification information in said mobile unit ; storing supplemental information at a central dispatch station , capturing personal identification information including a personal account number of said vehicle operator in said mobile unit by reading said personal identification information from a data storage device (memory stores information) inserted in said mobile unit by said vehicle operator ; triggering said mobile unit upon an occurrence of a personal security condition to determine a current position of said vehicle , to establish a communication link with said central dispatch station via said communication device , and to transmit a personal security message indicating said personal security condition , said personal and vehicle identification information , and said current position ; receiving said personal security message at said central station and decoding said personal security condition , personal identification information , and current position therefrom ; displaying a digitized map at said central station ; correlating said current position of said vehicle to a corresponding point on said digitized map at said central station and indicating said point on said digitized map ; correlating said supplemental information to said personal and vehicle identification information ; and superposing said personal security condition , said personal and vehicle identification information , and said supplemental information on said digitized map . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (communication device) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5334974A CLAIM 9 . An apparatus for monitoring a vehicle operator inside a mobile vehicle comprising : a mobile security assembly installed in said vehicle , said mobile security assembly further comprising , a mobile unit having a programmable memory containing vehicle-specific information , a keypad for allowing manual indication of an alarm condition , a position locator for providing position coordinates indicating a location of said mobile vehicle , a scanning device for reading data , and a microcontroller connected to said programmable memory , keypad , position locator and scanning device , and a plurality of remote sensors for automatically sensing an alarm condition and indicating said alarm condition to said mobile unit , and data entry means provided with personal information relating to a particular vehicle operator stored thereon , said data entry means being insertable in said scanning device ; whereby insertion of said data entry means into said scanning device prompts said scanning device to read said personal information therefrom ; said microcontroller being triggered by a personal security situation indicated at one of said keypad and remote sensors to input said position coordinates from said position locator and to format a security message comprising said alarm condition , vehicle-specific information , personal information and said position coordinates , and a portable communication device (communication device) connected to said mobile unit and conveyed therewith for transmitting said security message to a central dispatch station ; and a central dispatch station , said central dispatch station further comprising , a central communication console for receiving said security message from said mobile security assembly and decoding said personal information and vehicle-specific information , position coordinates , and alarm condition from said security message ; a display console connected to said central communication console for correlating said position coordinates to a digital map , and for displaying said digital map to a central operator with said identification information , position coordinates , and alarm condition indicated thereon . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage device) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (selected vehicle) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5334974A CLAIM 11 . The apparatus for monitoring a vehicle operator in a mobile vehicle according to claim 9 wherein said mobile unit further comprises a plurality of actuators connected between the vehicle wiring and said microcontroller , said actuators being actuable from said central dispatch station for allowing remote control of selected vehicle (invoice information) functions . US5334974A CLAIM 26 . A method for safeguarding the personal security of a vehicle operator comprising the steps of : equipping a vehicle with a mobile security assembly comprising a communication device , a position locator for determining a current position , and a mobile unit connected between said communication device and position locator ; storing vehicle identification information in said mobile unit ; storing supplemental information at a central dispatch station , capturing personal identification information including a personal account number of said vehicle operator in said mobile unit by reading said personal identification information from a data storage device (memory stores information) inserted in said mobile unit by said vehicle operator ; triggering said mobile unit upon an occurrence of a personal security condition to determine a current position of said vehicle , to establish a communication link with said central dispatch station via said communication device , and to transmit a personal security message indicating said personal security condition , said personal and vehicle identification information , and said current position ; receiving said personal security message at said central station and decoding said personal security condition , personal identification information , and current position therefrom ; displaying a digitized map at said central station ; correlating said current position of said vehicle to a corresponding point on said digitized map at said central station and indicating said point on said digitized map ; correlating said supplemental information to said personal and vehicle identification information ; and superposing said personal security condition , said personal and vehicle identification information , and said supplemental information on said digitized map . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (selected vehicle) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (communication device) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5334974A CLAIM 9 . An apparatus for monitoring a vehicle operator inside a mobile vehicle comprising : a mobile security assembly installed in said vehicle , said mobile security assembly further comprising , a mobile unit having a programmable memory containing vehicle-specific information , a keypad for allowing manual indication of an alarm condition , a position locator for providing position coordinates indicating a location of said mobile vehicle , a scanning device for reading data , and a microcontroller connected to said programmable memory , keypad , position locator and scanning device , and a plurality of remote sensors for automatically sensing an alarm condition and indicating said alarm condition to said mobile unit , and data entry means provided with personal information relating to a particular vehicle operator stored thereon , said data entry means being insertable in said scanning device ; whereby insertion of said data entry means into said scanning device prompts said scanning device to read said personal information therefrom ; said microcontroller being triggered by a personal security situation indicated at one of said keypad and remote sensors to input said position coordinates from said position locator and to format a security message comprising said alarm condition , vehicle-specific information , personal information and said position coordinates , and a portable communication device (communication device) connected to said mobile unit and conveyed therewith for transmitting said security message to a central dispatch station ; and a central dispatch station , said central dispatch station further comprising , a central communication console for receiving said security message from said mobile security assembly and decoding said personal information and vehicle-specific information , position coordinates , and alarm condition from said security message ; a display console connected to said central communication console for correlating said position coordinates to a digital map , and for displaying said digital map to a central operator with said identification information , position coordinates , and alarm condition indicated thereon . US5334974A CLAIM 11 . The apparatus for monitoring a vehicle operator in a mobile vehicle according to claim 9 wherein said mobile unit further comprises a plurality of actuators connected between the vehicle wiring and said microcontroller , said actuators being actuable from said central dispatch station for allowing remote control of selected vehicle (invoice information) functions . US5334974A CLAIM 27 . The method for safeguarding a mobile entity (second communication) according to claim 26 , wherein said supplemental information further comprises any one from among the following : medical information relating to said vehicle operator , physical characteristics of said vehicle operator , and people to contact in an emergency . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (communication device) . |
US5334974A CLAIM 9 . An apparatus for monitoring a vehicle operator inside a mobile vehicle comprising : a mobile security assembly installed in said vehicle , said mobile security assembly further comprising , a mobile unit having a programmable memory containing vehicle-specific information , a keypad for allowing manual indication of an alarm condition , a position locator for providing position coordinates indicating a location of said mobile vehicle , a scanning device for reading data , and a microcontroller connected to said programmable memory , keypad , position locator and scanning device , and a plurality of remote sensors for automatically sensing an alarm condition and indicating said alarm condition to said mobile unit , and data entry means provided with personal information relating to a particular vehicle operator stored thereon , said data entry means being insertable in said scanning device ; whereby insertion of said data entry means into said scanning device prompts said scanning device to read said personal information therefrom ; said microcontroller being triggered by a personal security situation indicated at one of said keypad and remote sensors to input said position coordinates from said position locator and to format a security message comprising said alarm condition , vehicle-specific information , personal information and said position coordinates , and a portable communication device (communication device) connected to said mobile unit and conveyed therewith for transmitting said security message to a central dispatch station ; and a central dispatch station , said central dispatch station further comprising , a central communication console for receiving said security message from said mobile security assembly and decoding said personal information and vehicle-specific information , position coordinates , and alarm condition from said security message ; a display console connected to said central communication console for correlating said position coordinates to a digital map , and for displaying said digital map to a central operator with said identification information , position coordinates , and alarm condition indicated thereon . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (said position) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5334974A CLAIM 9 . An apparatus for monitoring a vehicle operator inside a mobile vehicle comprising : a mobile security assembly installed in said vehicle , said mobile security assembly further comprising , a mobile unit having a programmable memory containing vehicle-specific information , a keypad for allowing manual indication of an alarm condition , a position locator for providing position coordinates indicating a location of said mobile vehicle , a scanning device for reading data , and a microcontroller connected to said programmable memory , keypad , position locator and scanning device , and a plurality of remote sensors for automatically sensing an alarm condition and indicating said alarm condition to said mobile unit , and data entry means provided with personal information relating to a particular vehicle operator stored thereon , said data entry means being insertable in said scanning device ; whereby insertion of said data entry means into said scanning device prompts said scanning device to read said personal information therefrom ; said microcontroller being triggered by a personal security situation indicated at one of said keypad and remote sensors to input said position (inputting information) coordinates from said position locator and to format a security message comprising said alarm condition , vehicle-specific information , personal information and said position coordinates , and a portable communication device connected to said mobile unit and conveyed therewith for transmitting said security message to a central dispatch station ; and a central dispatch station , said central dispatch station further comprising , a central communication console for receiving said security message from said mobile security assembly and decoding said personal information and vehicle-specific information , position coordinates , and alarm condition from said security message ; a display console connected to said central communication console for correlating said position coordinates to a digital map , and for displaying said digital map to a central operator with said identification information , position coordinates , and alarm condition indicated thereon . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (communication device) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5334974A CLAIM 9 . An apparatus for monitoring a vehicle operator inside a mobile vehicle comprising : a mobile security assembly installed in said vehicle , said mobile security assembly further comprising , a mobile unit having a programmable memory containing vehicle-specific information , a keypad for allowing manual indication of an alarm condition , a position locator for providing position coordinates indicating a location of said mobile vehicle , a scanning device for reading data , and a microcontroller connected to said programmable memory , keypad , position locator and scanning device , and a plurality of remote sensors for automatically sensing an alarm condition and indicating said alarm condition to said mobile unit , and data entry means provided with personal information relating to a particular vehicle operator stored thereon , said data entry means being insertable in said scanning device ; whereby insertion of said data entry means into said scanning device prompts said scanning device to read said personal information therefrom ; said microcontroller being triggered by a personal security situation indicated at one of said keypad and remote sensors to input said position coordinates from said position locator and to format a security message comprising said alarm condition , vehicle-specific information , personal information and said position coordinates , and a portable communication device (communication device) connected to said mobile unit and conveyed therewith for transmitting said security message to a central dispatch station ; and a central dispatch station , said central dispatch station further comprising , a central communication console for receiving said security message from said mobile security assembly and decoding said personal information and vehicle-specific information , position coordinates , and alarm condition from said security message ; a display console connected to said central communication console for correlating said position coordinates to a digital map , and for displaying said digital map to a central operator with said identification information , position coordinates , and alarm condition indicated thereon . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage device) regarding the piece of luggage . |
US5334974A CLAIM 26 . A method for safeguarding the personal security of a vehicle operator comprising the steps of : equipping a vehicle with a mobile security assembly comprising a communication device , a position locator for determining a current position , and a mobile unit connected between said communication device and position locator ; storing vehicle identification information in said mobile unit ; storing supplemental information at a central dispatch station , capturing personal identification information including a personal account number of said vehicle operator in said mobile unit by reading said personal identification information from a data storage device (memory stores information) inserted in said mobile unit by said vehicle operator ; triggering said mobile unit upon an occurrence of a personal security condition to determine a current position of said vehicle , to establish a communication link with said central dispatch station via said communication device , and to transmit a personal security message indicating said personal security condition , said personal and vehicle identification information , and said current position ; receiving said personal security message at said central station and decoding said personal security condition , personal identification information , and current position therefrom ; displaying a digitized map at said central station ; correlating said current position of said vehicle to a corresponding point on said digitized map at said central station and indicating said point on said digitized map ; correlating said supplemental information to said personal and vehicle identification information ; and superposing said personal security condition , said personal and vehicle identification information , and said supplemental information on said digitized map . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (communication device) . |
US5334974A CLAIM 9 . An apparatus for monitoring a vehicle operator inside a mobile vehicle comprising : a mobile security assembly installed in said vehicle , said mobile security assembly further comprising , a mobile unit having a programmable memory containing vehicle-specific information , a keypad for allowing manual indication of an alarm condition , a position locator for providing position coordinates indicating a location of said mobile vehicle , a scanning device for reading data , and a microcontroller connected to said programmable memory , keypad , position locator and scanning device , and a plurality of remote sensors for automatically sensing an alarm condition and indicating said alarm condition to said mobile unit , and data entry means provided with personal information relating to a particular vehicle operator stored thereon , said data entry means being insertable in said scanning device ; whereby insertion of said data entry means into said scanning device prompts said scanning device to read said personal information therefrom ; said microcontroller being triggered by a personal security situation indicated at one of said keypad and remote sensors to input said position coordinates from said position locator and to format a security message comprising said alarm condition , vehicle-specific information , personal information and said position coordinates , and a portable communication device (communication device) connected to said mobile unit and conveyed therewith for transmitting said security message to a central dispatch station ; and a central dispatch station , said central dispatch station further comprising , a central communication console for receiving said security message from said mobile security assembly and decoding said personal information and vehicle-specific information , position coordinates , and alarm condition from said security message ; a display console connected to said central communication console for correlating said position coordinates to a digital map , and for displaying said digital map to a central operator with said identification information , position coordinates , and alarm condition indicated thereon . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (said position) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5334974A CLAIM 9 . An apparatus for monitoring a vehicle operator inside a mobile vehicle comprising : a mobile security assembly installed in said vehicle , said mobile security assembly further comprising , a mobile unit having a programmable memory containing vehicle-specific information , a keypad for allowing manual indication of an alarm condition , a position locator for providing position coordinates indicating a location of said mobile vehicle , a scanning device for reading data , and a microcontroller connected to said programmable memory , keypad , position locator and scanning device , and a plurality of remote sensors for automatically sensing an alarm condition and indicating said alarm condition to said mobile unit , and data entry means provided with personal information relating to a particular vehicle operator stored thereon , said data entry means being insertable in said scanning device ; whereby insertion of said data entry means into said scanning device prompts said scanning device to read said personal information therefrom ; said microcontroller being triggered by a personal security situation indicated at one of said keypad and remote sensors to input said position (inputting information) coordinates from said position locator and to format a security message comprising said alarm condition , vehicle-specific information , personal information and said position coordinates , and a portable communication device connected to said mobile unit and conveyed therewith for transmitting said security message to a central dispatch station ; and a central dispatch station , said central dispatch station further comprising , a central communication console for receiving said security message from said mobile security assembly and decoding said personal information and vehicle-specific information , position coordinates , and alarm condition from said security message ; a display console connected to said central communication console for correlating said position coordinates to a digital map , and for displaying said digital map to a central operator with said identification information , position coordinates , and alarm condition indicated thereon . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | GB2263376A Filed: 1992-01-02 Issued: 1993-07-21 Vehicle monitoring equipment (Original Assignee) Leslie Keith Davies Leslie Keith Davies |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information (reception means) , invoice information (management system, such data) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (monitoring system) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
GB2263376A CLAIM 1 . Vehicle monitoring equipment , adapted to be carried by a vehicle to be monitored , which equipment comprises assessment means operable to provide data concerning a preselected operational parameter of the vehicle , and data transmission means connected to the said assessment means for receiving such data (invoice information) therefrom and operable to transmit such data over a radio link to data reception means (delivery instruction information) remote from the said vehicle . GB2263376A CLAIM 2 . A vehicle monitoring system (processor processes information) including vehicle monitoring equipment as claimed in claim 1 and a monitoring station comprising a central control unit having data processing means , connected with the said data reception means , for receiving therefrom such data transmitted by the said vehicle monitoring equipment and operable on the basis of the received data to provide to a user of the system an indication of the functioning of the vehicle . GB2263376A CLAIM 10 . A vehicle monitoring system as claimed in any preceding claim , wherein the said assessment means include a computerised engine management system (invoice information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (monitoring system) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
GB2263376A CLAIM 2 . A vehicle monitoring system (processor processes information) including vehicle monitoring equipment as claimed in claim 1 and a monitoring station comprising a central control unit having data processing means , connected with the said data reception means , for receiving therefrom such data transmitted by the said vehicle monitoring equipment and operable on the basis of the received data to provide to a user of the system an indication of the functioning of the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information (reception means) , invoice information (management system, such data) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
GB2263376A CLAIM 1 . Vehicle monitoring equipment , adapted to be carried by a vehicle to be monitored , which equipment comprises assessment means operable to provide data concerning a preselected operational parameter of the vehicle , and data transmission means connected to the said assessment means for receiving such data (invoice information) therefrom and operable to transmit such data over a radio link to data reception means (delivery instruction information) remote from the said vehicle . GB2263376A CLAIM 10 . A vehicle monitoring system as claimed in any preceding claim , wherein the said assessment means include a computerised engine management system (invoice information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information (reception means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (management system, such data) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information (stored data) regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
GB2263376A CLAIM 1 . Vehicle monitoring equipment , adapted to be carried by a vehicle to be monitored , which equipment comprises assessment means operable to provide data concerning a preselected operational parameter of the vehicle , and data transmission means connected to the said assessment means for receiving such data (invoice information) therefrom and operable to transmit such data over a radio link to data reception means (delivery instruction information) remote from the said vehicle . GB2263376A CLAIM 3 . A vehicle monitoring system as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the said central control unit further comprises data storage means connected with the said data processing means for storing a data item based upon data received from the said vehicle monitoring equipment on one occasion , the said data processing means being operable on a subsequent occasion to recall that stored data (apparatus stores information) item from the storage means and to compare that item with newly-received data from the said vehicle monitoring equipment , whereby , on the basis of the results of such comparison , malfunction of the vehicle can be detected . GB2263376A CLAIM 10 . A vehicle monitoring system as claimed in any preceding claim , wherein the said assessment means include a computerised engine management system (invoice information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (monitoring system) regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
GB2263376A CLAIM 2 . A vehicle monitoring system (processor processes information) including vehicle monitoring equipment as claimed in claim 1 and a monitoring station comprising a central control unit having data processing means , connected with the said data reception means , for receiving therefrom such data transmitted by the said vehicle monitoring equipment and operable on the basis of the received data to provide to a user of the system an indication of the functioning of the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5315711A Filed: 1991-11-01 Issued: 1994-05-24 Method and apparatus for remotely and centrally controlling a plurality of host processors (Original Assignee) Unisys Corp (Current Assignee) Unisys Corp Stan T. Barone, Ian R. Hepburn, Gary E. Fladmoe, Robert D. Vavra |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5315711A CLAIM 22 . A data processing system comprising : a first host processor and a second host processor , wherein each of said first and second host processors includes an operating system for allocating host processor resources ; a first control console coupled to said first hose processor , wherein said first control console provides an operational user interface for control of said first host processor ; a second control console coupled to said second host processor , wherein said second control console provides an operational user interface for control of said second host processor ; a communications network to which each of said first and said second control consoles is communicatively coupled ; a workstation coupled to said communications network , whereby data is transferable between said workstation and said first control console and between said workstation and said second control console ; wherein said workstation includes : workstation input means (destination information, inputting information) for providing entry of input data to said workstation ; and workstation display means for displaying output data from said workstation ; wherein said first control console includes : first console application means interfaced with said first host processor for providing input commands to said first host processor and receiving status information from said first host processor ; first display manager means interfaced with said first console application means and interfaced with said communications network for displaying output from said first console application means , providing said output to a first console window at said workstation , and providing input from said first console window to said first console application means ; wherein said second control console includes : second console application means interfaced with said second host processor for providing input commands to said second host processor and receiving status information from said second host processor ; and second display manager means interfaced with said second console application means and interfaced with said communication network for displaying output from said second console application means , providing said output to a second console window at said workstation , and providing input from said second console window to said second console application means ; and wherein said workstation further includes window server means interfaced with said communications network , interfaced with said workstation input means , and interfaced with said workstation display means for displaying said output from said first display manager means in said first console window , providing input from said first console window to said first display manager means , displaying said output from said second display manager means in said second console window , and providing input from said second console window to said second display manager means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5315711A CLAIM 22 . A data processing system comprising : a first host processor and a second host processor , wherein each of said first and second host processors includes an operating system for allocating host processor resources ; a first control console coupled to said first hose processor , wherein said first control console provides an operational user interface for control of said first host processor ; a second control console coupled to said second host processor , wherein said second control console provides an operational user interface for control of said second host processor ; a communications network to which each of said first and said second control consoles is communicatively coupled ; a workstation coupled to said communications network , whereby data is transferable between said workstation and said first control console and between said workstation and said second control console ; wherein said workstation includes : workstation input means (destination information, inputting information) for providing entry of input data to said workstation ; and workstation display means for displaying output data from said workstation ; wherein said first control console includes : first console application means interfaced with said first host processor for providing input commands to said first host processor and receiving status information from said first host processor ; first display manager means interfaced with said first console application means and interfaced with said communications network for displaying output from said first console application means , providing said output to a first console window at said workstation , and providing input from said first console window to said first console application means ; wherein said second control console includes : second console application means interfaced with said second host processor for providing input commands to said second host processor and receiving status information from said second host processor ; and second display manager means interfaced with said second console application means and interfaced with said communication network for displaying output from said second console application means , providing said output to a second console window at said workstation , and providing input from said second console window to said second console application means ; and wherein said workstation further includes window server means interfaced with said communications network , interfaced with said workstation input means , and interfaced with said workstation display means for displaying said output from said first display manager means in said first console window , providing input from said first console window to said first display manager means , displaying said output from said second display manager means in said second console window , and providing input from said second console window to said second display manager means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (input means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5315711A CLAIM 22 . A data processing system comprising : a first host processor and a second host processor , wherein each of said first and second host processors includes an operating system for allocating host processor resources ; a first control console coupled to said first hose processor , wherein said first control console provides an operational user interface for control of said first host processor ; a second control console coupled to said second host processor , wherein said second control console provides an operational user interface for control of said second host processor ; a communications network to which each of said first and said second control consoles is communicatively coupled ; a workstation coupled to said communications network , whereby data is transferable between said workstation and said first control console and between said workstation and said second control console ; wherein said workstation includes : workstation input means (destination information, inputting information) for providing entry of input data to said workstation ; and workstation display means for displaying output data from said workstation ; wherein said first control console includes : first console application means interfaced with said first host processor for providing input commands to said first host processor and receiving status information from said first host processor ; first display manager means interfaced with said first console application means and interfaced with said communications network for displaying output from said first console application means , providing said output to a first console window at said workstation , and providing input from said first console window to said first console application means ; wherein said second control console includes : second console application means interfaced with said second host processor for providing input commands to said second host processor and receiving status information from said second host processor ; and second display manager means interfaced with said second console application means and interfaced with said communication network for displaying output from said second console application means , providing said output to a second console window at said workstation , and providing input from said second console window to said second console application means ; and wherein said workstation further includes window server means interfaced with said communications network , interfaced with said workstation input means , and interfaced with said workstation display means for displaying said output from said first display manager means in said first console window , providing input from said first console window to said first display manager means , displaying said output from said second display manager means in said second console window , and providing input from said second console window to said second display manager means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (providing user) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5315711A CLAIM 16 . The method of claim 15 , further comprising the step of providing user (sensor monitors) interface output from the console application program at the first control console . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5315711A CLAIM 22 . A data processing system comprising : a first host processor and a second host processor , wherein each of said first and second host processors includes an operating system for allocating host processor resources ; a first control console coupled to said first hose processor , wherein said first control console provides an operational user interface for control of said first host processor ; a second control console coupled to said second host processor , wherein said second control console provides an operational user interface for control of said second host processor ; a communications network to which each of said first and said second control consoles is communicatively coupled ; a workstation coupled to said communications network , whereby data is transferable between said workstation and said first control console and between said workstation and said second control console ; wherein said workstation includes : workstation input means (destination information, inputting information) for providing entry of input data to said workstation ; and workstation display means for displaying output data from said workstation ; wherein said first control console includes : first console application means interfaced with said first host processor for providing input commands to said first host processor and receiving status information from said first host processor ; first display manager means interfaced with said first console application means and interfaced with said communications network for displaying output from said first console application means , providing said output to a first console window at said workstation , and providing input from said first console window to said first console application means ; wherein said second control console includes : second console application means interfaced with said second host processor for providing input commands to said second host processor and receiving status information from said second host processor ; and second display manager means interfaced with said second console application means and interfaced with said communication network for displaying output from said second console application means , providing said output to a second console window at said workstation , and providing input from said second console window to said second console application means ; and wherein said workstation further includes window server means interfaced with said communications network , interfaced with said workstation input means , and interfaced with said workstation display means for displaying said output from said first display manager means in said first console window , providing input from said first console window to said first display manager means , displaying said output from said second display manager means in said second console window , and providing input from said second console window to said second display manager means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (providing user) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5315711A CLAIM 16 . The method of claim 15 , further comprising the step of providing user (sensor monitors) interface output from the console application program at the first control console . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5315711A CLAIM 26 . A data processing system comprising : a host processor , wherein said host processor includes an operating system for allocating host processor resources ; a control console coupled to said host processor , wherein said control console provides an operational user interface for control of said host processor ; a communications network to which each of said control console is communicatively coupled ; a first workstation coupled to said communications network , whereby data is transferable between said first workstation and said control console ; a second workstation coupled to said communications network , whereby data is transferable between said second workstation and said first control console ; wherein said first workstation includes : first workstation input means (destination information, inputting information) for providing entry of input data to said first workstation ; and first workstation display means for displaying output data from said first workstation ; wherein said second workstation includes : second workstation input means for providing entry of input data to said second workstation ; and second workstation display means for displaying output data from said second workstation ; wherein said control console includes : console application means interfaced with said host processor for providing input commands to said host processor and receiving status information from said host processor ; and display manager means interfaced with said console application means and interfaced with said communication network for displaying output from said console application means , providing said output to a first console window at said first workstation , providing said output to a second console window at said second workstation , providing input from said first console window to said console application means , and providing input from said second console window to said console application means ; wherein said first workstation further includes first window server means interfaced with said communications network , interfaced with said first workstation input means , and interfaced with said first workstation display means for displaying said output from said display manager means in said first console window , and providing input from said first console window to said display manager means ; and wherein said second workstation further includes second window server means interfaced with said communications network , interfaced with said second workstation input means , and interfaced with said second workstation display means for displaying said output from said display manager means in said second console window , and providing input from said second console window to said display manager means . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5164839A Filed: 1991-10-11 Issued: 1992-11-17 Method for handling audio/video source information (Original Assignee) Explore Tech Inc (Current Assignee) Burst com Inc ; Explore Tech Inc Richard A. Lang |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (magnetic storage) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5164839A CLAIM 58 . A method as in claim 1 further comprising the steps of : selectively decompressing the stored time compressed representation of said audio/video source information ; and recording the selectively decompressed stored time compressed representation of said audio/video source information onto a magnetic storage (transportation temperature) medium . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement (disk drive) regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (magnetic storage) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5164839A CLAIM 40 . A method as in claim 36 wherein the stored time compressed representation of said audio/video source information is recorded onto one or more write-once read-many (WORM) optical disks within an optical disk drive (temperature requirement) . US5164839A CLAIM 58 . A method as in claim 1 further comprising the steps of : selectively decompressing the stored time compressed representation of said audio/video source information ; and recording the selectively decompressed stored time compressed representation of said audio/video source information onto a magnetic storage (transportation temperature) medium . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (magnetic storage) , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5164839A CLAIM 58 . A method as in claim 1 further comprising the steps of : selectively decompressing the stored time compressed representation of said audio/video source information ; and recording the selectively decompressed stored time compressed representation of said audio/video source information onto a magnetic storage (transportation temperature) medium . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (said time) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
US5164839A CLAIM 1 . A method for handling audio/video source information , the method comprising : receiving audio/video source information ; compressing the received audio/video source information into a time compressed representation thereof having an associated burst time period that is shorter than a time period associated with a real time representation of the received audio/video source information ; storing said time (delivery message) compressed representation of the received audio/video source information ; and transmitting , in said burst time period , the stored time compressed representation of the received audio/video source information to a selected destination . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (magnetic storage) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5164839A CLAIM 58 . A method as in claim 1 further comprising the steps of : selectively decompressing the stored time compressed representation of said audio/video source information ; and recording the selectively decompressed stored time compressed representation of said audio/video source information onto a magnetic storage (transportation temperature) medium . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (magnetic storage) , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5164839A CLAIM 58 . A method as in claim 1 further comprising the steps of : selectively decompressing the stored time compressed representation of said audio/video source information ; and recording the selectively decompressed stored time compressed representation of said audio/video source information onto a magnetic storage (transportation temperature) medium . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (said time) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
US5164839A CLAIM 1 . A method for handling audio/video source information , the method comprising : receiving audio/video source information ; compressing the received audio/video source information into a time compressed representation thereof having an associated burst time period that is shorter than a time period associated with a real time representation of the received audio/video source information ; storing said time (delivery message) compressed representation of the received audio/video source information ; and transmitting , in said burst time period , the stored time compressed representation of the received audio/video source information to a selected destination . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5247347A Filed: 1991-09-27 Issued: 1993-09-21 Pstn architecture for video-on-demand services (Original Assignee) Verizon Services Corp (Current Assignee) Verizon Patent and Licensing Inc Larry A. Litteral, Jeffrey B. Gold, Donald C. Klika, Jr., Daniel B. Konkle, Carl D. Coddington, James M. McHenry, Arthur A. Richard, III |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (customer premises) , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (management system) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5247347A CLAIM 17 . The network of claim 1 , including voice response means for supplying to said switch a voice reply to order data received from a prescribed customer premises (shipper information) . US5247347A CLAIM 18 . A public switched telephone network for providing digital video signals from a video information provider to any one of a plurality of subscriber premises , comprising : a telephone company central office receiving digital video signals from a video information provider and subscriber orders from a prescribed subscribe , said central office including a video gateway for providing video scheduling and routing data in response to subscriber orders , a packet data network responsive to said video gateway from supplying command signals to said video information provider , a network management system (invoice information) and a digital cross-connect switch controlled by said network management system and said packet data network for routing video signals from said video information provider to the prescribed subscriber in accordance with said scheduling and routing data ; a central office interface including , for each subscriber , a first frequency multiplexer/demultiplexer for transmitting or receiving audio telephone service signals , subscriber control signals and digital video signals on , respectively , a first bidirectional signal channel and second and third unidirectional signal channels all displaced from each other in frequency ; each said subscriber premises including a second frequency multiplexer/demultiplexer for transmitting or receiving audio telephone service signals , subscriber control signals and digital video signals on , respectively , the first , second and third signal channels ; and a plurality of subscriber local loops interconnecting corresponding central office and subscriber interfaces ; said central office further including a voice switch responsive to telephone number data transmitted from said subscriber interface for establishing an audio connection from the local loop of a prescribed subscriber to the video gateway and further supplying caller identification information to said video gateway that , in turn , supplies network address information to said cross-connect switch for directing video data from the video information provider to a prescribed central office interface . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (customer premises) , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (management system) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5247347A CLAIM 17 . The network of claim 1 , including voice response means for supplying to said switch a voice reply to order data received from a prescribed customer premises (shipper information) . US5247347A CLAIM 18 . A public switched telephone network for providing digital video signals from a video information provider to any one of a plurality of subscriber premises , comprising : a telephone company central office receiving digital video signals from a video information provider and subscriber orders from a prescribed subscribe , said central office including a video gateway for providing video scheduling and routing data in response to subscriber orders , a packet data network responsive to said video gateway from supplying command signals to said video information provider , a network management system (invoice information) and a digital cross-connect switch controlled by said network management system and said packet data network for routing video signals from said video information provider to the prescribed subscriber in accordance with said scheduling and routing data ; a central office interface including , for each subscriber , a first frequency multiplexer/demultiplexer for transmitting or receiving audio telephone service signals , subscriber control signals and digital video signals on , respectively , a first bidirectional signal channel and second and third unidirectional signal channels all displaced from each other in frequency ; each said subscriber premises including a second frequency multiplexer/demultiplexer for transmitting or receiving audio telephone service signals , subscriber control signals and digital video signals on , respectively , the first , second and third signal channels ; and a plurality of subscriber local loops interconnecting corresponding central office and subscriber interfaces ; said central office further including a voice switch responsive to telephone number data transmitted from said subscriber interface for establishing an audio connection from the local loop of a prescribed subscriber to the video gateway and further supplying caller identification information to said video gateway that , in turn , supplies network address information to said cross-connect switch for directing video data from the video information provider to a prescribed central office interface . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information (customer premises) regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (management system) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message (second un) to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5247347A CLAIM 17 . The network of claim 1 , including voice response means for supplying to said switch a voice reply to order data received from a prescribed customer premises (shipper information) . US5247347A CLAIM 18 . A public switched telephone network for providing digital video signals from a video information provider to any one of a plurality of subscriber premises , comprising : a telephone company central office receiving digital video signals from a video information provider and subscriber orders from a prescribed subscribe , said central office including a video gateway for providing video scheduling and routing data in response to subscriber orders , a packet data network responsive to said video gateway from supplying command signals to said video information provider , a network management system (invoice information) and a digital cross-connect switch controlled by said network management system and said packet data network for routing video signals from said video information provider to the prescribed subscriber in accordance with said scheduling and routing data ; a central office interface including , for each subscriber , a first frequency multiplexer/demultiplexer for transmitting or receiving audio telephone service signals , subscriber control signals and digital video signals on , respectively , a first bidirectional signal channel and second and third unidirectional signal channels all displaced from each other in frequency ; each said subscriber premises including a second frequency multiplexer/demultiplexer for transmitting or receiving audio telephone service signals , subscriber control signals and digital video signals on , respectively , the first , second and third signal channels ; and a plurality of subscriber local loops interconnecting corresponding central office and subscriber interfaces ; said central office further including a voice switch responsive to telephone number data transmitted from said subscriber interface for establishing an audio connection from the local loop of a prescribed subscriber to the video gateway and further supplying caller identification information to said video gateway that , in turn , supplies network address information to said cross-connect switch for directing video data from the video information provider to a prescribed central office interface . US5247347A CLAIM 19 . A public switched telephone network for providing digital video signals from a video information provider to any one of a plurality of subscriber premises , comprising : a telephone company central office receiving digital video signals from a video information provider and subscriber orders from a prescribed subscriber , said central office including a video gateway for providing video scheduling and routing data in response to subscriber orders , a packet data network responsive to said video gateway for supplying command signals to said video information provider , a network management system and a digital cross-connect switch controlled by said network management system and said packet data network for routing video signals from said video information provider to the prescribed subscriber in accordance with said scheduling and routing data ; a central office interface including , for each subscriber , a first frequency multiplexer/demultiplexer for transmitting or receiving subscriber control signals and digital video signals on first and second un (second message) idirectional signal channels ; each said subscriber premises including a telephone set and a second frequency multiplexer/demultiplexer for transmitting or receiving audio subscriber control signals and digital video signals on , respectively , the first and second signal channels ; and a plurality of subscriber local loops interconnecting corresponding central office and subscriber interfaces ; said central office further including a voice switch responsive to telephone number data transmitted from said subscriber telephone set for establishing an audio connection from the prescribed subscriber to the video gateway and further supplying caller identification information to said video gateway that , in turn , supplies network address information to said cross-connect switch for directing video data from the video information provider to a prescribed central office interface . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (command signal, output signals) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5247347A CLAIM 10 . The network of claim 9 , wherein said decoder includes a decompressor for decompressing the incoming video signal and producing analog video and associated audio output signals (input device) . US5247347A CLAIM 11 . The network of claim 1 , wherein said central office further includes a packet data network responsive to said video gateway for supplying command signal (input device) s to said video information provider . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (command signal, output signals) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5247347A CLAIM 10 . The network of claim 9 , wherein said decoder includes a decompressor for decompressing the incoming video signal and producing analog video and associated audio output signals (input device) . US5247347A CLAIM 11 . The network of claim 1 , wherein said central office further includes a packet data network responsive to said video gateway for supplying command signal (input device) s to said video information provider . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5225842A Filed: 1991-05-09 Issued: 1993-07-06 Vehicle tracking system employing global positioning system (gps) satellites (Original Assignee) NAVSYS Corp (Current Assignee) NAVSYS Corp Alison K. Brown, Mark A. Sturza |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (said position, input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5225842A CLAIM 1 . A tracking system employing global positioning system (GPS) satellites for determining the position of one or more objects to be tracked , the tracking system comprising : sensor means , mounted on each object , the sensor means being operative for receiving signals provided by a plurality of visible GPS satellites and for computing sensor data comprising selected raw satellites measurements ; workstation means , positioned at a central location that is remotely located with respect to said one or more objects , for periodically receiving and storing the raw satellite measurements computed by said sensor means , for computing therefrom position information relative to the one or more objects , and for displaying the computed position information to an operator at said central location , said workstation means being further operative for periodically providing initialization data in the form of sensor commands to said sensor means to enable said sensor means to acquire and track the plurality of visible GPS satellites , said workstation means being operative for storing a digital map containing route and altitude aiding information regarding each of the one or more objects , thereby facilitating computation of said position (inputting information, destination information) information using only high elevation satellites and when the one or more objects are operating in a high rise urban environment ; and a communication link coupling said sensor means and said workstation means to facilitate the transfer of sensor data and sensor commands between said sensor means and said workstation means . US5225842A CLAIM 9 . A sensor as in claim 5 wherein said DSP means comprises a plurality of individual DSP circuits on a single semiconductor chip , each of said plurality of individual circuits comprising : a pair of exclusive OR gates for performing code correlation on a signal received from said RF/IF input means (inputting information, destination information) and for performing carrier demodulation employed in generating in phase and quadrature signals I and Q ; a pair of up/down counters coupled to said pair of exclusive OR gates for accumulating the in phase and quadrature signals I and Q ; a C/A coder coupled to said pair of exclusive OR gates for generating a coarse acquisition code from a signal indicative of a satellite being tracked ; a code phase numerically controlled oscillator coupled to said C/A coder for indexing said C/A coder ; a carrier numerically controlled oscillator coupled to said pair of exclusive OR gates , for receiving a divided DSP clock signal , and for generating the in phase and quadrature signals I and Q ; and memory map interface means coupled to said microcomputer means for receiving the in phase and quadrature signals I and Q and for generating a plurality of control signals therefrom . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (said position, input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5225842A CLAIM 1 . A tracking system employing global positioning system (GPS) satellites for determining the position of one or more objects to be tracked , the tracking system comprising : sensor means , mounted on each object , the sensor means being operative for receiving signals provided by a plurality of visible GPS satellites and for computing sensor data comprising selected raw satellites measurements ; workstation means , positioned at a central location that is remotely located with respect to said one or more objects , for periodically receiving and storing the raw satellite measurements computed by said sensor means , for computing therefrom position information relative to the one or more objects , and for displaying the computed position information to an operator at said central location , said workstation means being further operative for periodically providing initialization data in the form of sensor commands to said sensor means to enable said sensor means to acquire and track the plurality of visible GPS satellites , said workstation means being operative for storing a digital map containing route and altitude aiding information regarding each of the one or more objects , thereby facilitating computation of said position (inputting information, destination information) information using only high elevation satellites and when the one or more objects are operating in a high rise urban environment ; and a communication link coupling said sensor means and said workstation means to facilitate the transfer of sensor data and sensor commands between said sensor means and said workstation means . US5225842A CLAIM 9 . A sensor as in claim 5 wherein said DSP means comprises a plurality of individual DSP circuits on a single semiconductor chip , each of said plurality of individual circuits comprising : a pair of exclusive OR gates for performing code correlation on a signal received from said RF/IF input means (inputting information, destination information) and for performing carrier demodulation employed in generating in phase and quadrature signals I and Q ; a pair of up/down counters coupled to said pair of exclusive OR gates for accumulating the in phase and quadrature signals I and Q ; a C/A coder coupled to said pair of exclusive OR gates for generating a coarse acquisition code from a signal indicative of a satellite being tracked ; a code phase numerically controlled oscillator coupled to said C/A coder for indexing said C/A coder ; a carrier numerically controlled oscillator coupled to said pair of exclusive OR gates , for receiving a divided DSP clock signal , and for generating the in phase and quadrature signals I and Q ; and memory map interface means coupled to said microcomputer means for receiving the in phase and quadrature signals I and Q and for generating a plurality of control signals therefrom . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (said position, input means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5225842A CLAIM 1 . A tracking system employing global positioning system (GPS) satellites for determining the position of one or more objects to be tracked , the tracking system comprising : sensor means , mounted on each object , the sensor means being operative for receiving signals provided by a plurality of visible GPS satellites and for computing sensor data comprising selected raw satellites measurements ; workstation means , positioned at a central location that is remotely located with respect to said one or more objects , for periodically receiving and storing the raw satellite measurements computed by said sensor means , for computing therefrom position information relative to the one or more objects , and for displaying the computed position information to an operator at said central location , said workstation means being further operative for periodically providing initialization data in the form of sensor commands to said sensor means to enable said sensor means to acquire and track the plurality of visible GPS satellites , said workstation means being operative for storing a digital map containing route and altitude aiding information regarding each of the one or more objects , thereby facilitating computation of said position (inputting information, destination information) information using only high elevation satellites and when the one or more objects are operating in a high rise urban environment ; and a communication link coupling said sensor means and said workstation means to facilitate the transfer of sensor data and sensor commands between said sensor means and said workstation means . US5225842A CLAIM 9 . A sensor as in claim 5 wherein said DSP means comprises a plurality of individual DSP circuits on a single semiconductor chip , each of said plurality of individual circuits comprising : a pair of exclusive OR gates for performing code correlation on a signal received from said RF/IF input means (inputting information, destination information) and for performing carrier demodulation employed in generating in phase and quadrature signals I and Q ; a pair of up/down counters coupled to said pair of exclusive OR gates for accumulating the in phase and quadrature signals I and Q ; a C/A coder coupled to said pair of exclusive OR gates for generating a coarse acquisition code from a signal indicative of a satellite being tracked ; a code phase numerically controlled oscillator coupled to said C/A coder for indexing said C/A coder ; a carrier numerically controlled oscillator coupled to said pair of exclusive OR gates , for receiving a divided DSP clock signal , and for generating the in phase and quadrature signals I and Q ; and memory map interface means coupled to said microcomputer means for receiving the in phase and quadrature signals I and Q and for generating a plurality of control signals therefrom . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (signal processing) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5225842A CLAIM 5 . A sensor mounted on each of a multiplicity of objects to be tracked in a tracking system employing global positioning system (GPS) satellites , the sensor comprising : antenna means for receiving signals from one or more GPS satellites ; RF/IF means for receiving signals from said antenna means and for converting those signals to digital samples , said RF/IF means comprising preamplifier means for receiving and amplifying an L1 radio frequency signal having a nominal carrier frequency of 1575 . 42 MHz , a reference oscillator operating at a frequency F0 , phase locked loop means for generating a single local oscillator signal at a frequency 256F0 , mixer means for receiving said L1 radio frequency signal from the preamplifier means , said mixer means being responsive to the local oscillator signal for reducing the signal output of the preamplifier means to an intermediate frequency signal having a frequency of 1575 . 42-256*F0 MHz , low pass filter means for filtering the intermediate frequency signal provided by said mixer means , and digitizer means for digitizing the filtered intermediate frequency signal provided by said low pass filter means ; digital signal processing (sensor monitors) (DSP) means coupled to said RF/IF means for converting those digital samples to processed digital signals ; a crystal oscillator coupled to said RF/IF means and to said DSP means for generating a local oscillator signal and providing that local oscillator signal to said RF/IF means and to said DSP means ; and microcomputer means coupled to said DSP means for computing , from said signals received from one or more GPS satellites , sensor data comprising selected raw satellite measurements to be transmitted to a remotely located workstation for computation of the position and velocity of the object on which the sensor is mounted . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (said position, input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5225842A CLAIM 1 . A tracking system employing global positioning system (GPS) satellites for determining the position of one or more objects to be tracked , the tracking system comprising : sensor means , mounted on each object , the sensor means being operative for receiving signals provided by a plurality of visible GPS satellites and for computing sensor data comprising selected raw satellites measurements ; workstation means , positioned at a central location that is remotely located with respect to said one or more objects , for periodically receiving and storing the raw satellite measurements computed by said sensor means , for computing therefrom position information relative to the one or more objects , and for displaying the computed position information to an operator at said central location , said workstation means being further operative for periodically providing initialization data in the form of sensor commands to said sensor means to enable said sensor means to acquire and track the plurality of visible GPS satellites , said workstation means being operative for storing a digital map containing route and altitude aiding information regarding each of the one or more objects , thereby facilitating computation of said position (inputting information, destination information) information using only high elevation satellites and when the one or more objects are operating in a high rise urban environment ; and a communication link coupling said sensor means and said workstation means to facilitate the transfer of sensor data and sensor commands between said sensor means and said workstation means . US5225842A CLAIM 9 . A sensor as in claim 5 wherein said DSP means comprises a plurality of individual DSP circuits on a single semiconductor chip , each of said plurality of individual circuits comprising : a pair of exclusive OR gates for performing code correlation on a signal received from said RF/IF input means (inputting information, destination information) and for performing carrier demodulation employed in generating in phase and quadrature signals I and Q ; a pair of up/down counters coupled to said pair of exclusive OR gates for accumulating the in phase and quadrature signals I and Q ; a C/A coder coupled to said pair of exclusive OR gates for generating a coarse acquisition code from a signal indicative of a satellite being tracked ; a code phase numerically controlled oscillator coupled to said C/A coder for indexing said C/A coder ; a carrier numerically controlled oscillator coupled to said pair of exclusive OR gates , for receiving a divided DSP clock signal , and for generating the in phase and quadrature signals I and Q ; and memory map interface means coupled to said microcomputer means for receiving the in phase and quadrature signals I and Q and for generating a plurality of control signals therefrom . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (signal processing) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5225842A CLAIM 5 . A sensor mounted on each of a multiplicity of objects to be tracked in a tracking system employing global positioning system (GPS) satellites , the sensor comprising : antenna means for receiving signals from one or more GPS satellites ; RF/IF means for receiving signals from said antenna means and for converting those signals to digital samples , said RF/IF means comprising preamplifier means for receiving and amplifying an L1 radio frequency signal having a nominal carrier frequency of 1575 . 42 MHz , a reference oscillator operating at a frequency F0 , phase locked loop means for generating a single local oscillator signal at a frequency 256F0 , mixer means for receiving said L1 radio frequency signal from the preamplifier means , said mixer means being responsive to the local oscillator signal for reducing the signal output of the preamplifier means to an intermediate frequency signal having a frequency of 1575 . 42-256*F0 MHz , low pass filter means for filtering the intermediate frequency signal provided by said mixer means , and digitizer means for digitizing the filtered intermediate frequency signal provided by said low pass filter means ; digital signal processing (sensor monitors) (DSP) means coupled to said RF/IF means for converting those digital samples to processed digital signals ; a crystal oscillator coupled to said RF/IF means and to said DSP means for generating a local oscillator signal and providing that local oscillator signal to said RF/IF means and to said DSP means ; and microcomputer means coupled to said DSP means for computing , from said signals received from one or more GPS satellites , sensor data comprising selected raw satellite measurements to be transmitted to a remotely located workstation for computation of the position and velocity of the object on which the sensor is mounted . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (said position, input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5225842A CLAIM 1 . A tracking system employing global positioning system (GPS) satellites for determining the position of one or more objects to be tracked , the tracking system comprising : sensor means , mounted on each object , the sensor means being operative for receiving signals provided by a plurality of visible GPS satellites and for computing sensor data comprising selected raw satellites measurements ; workstation means , positioned at a central location that is remotely located with respect to said one or more objects , for periodically receiving and storing the raw satellite measurements computed by said sensor means , for computing therefrom position information relative to the one or more objects , and for displaying the computed position information to an operator at said central location , said workstation means being further operative for periodically providing initialization data in the form of sensor commands to said sensor means to enable said sensor means to acquire and track the plurality of visible GPS satellites , said workstation means being operative for storing a digital map containing route and altitude aiding information regarding each of the one or more objects , thereby facilitating computation of said position (inputting information, destination information) information using only high elevation satellites and when the one or more objects are operating in a high rise urban environment ; and a communication link coupling said sensor means and said workstation means to facilitate the transfer of sensor data and sensor commands between said sensor means and said workstation means . US5225842A CLAIM 9 . A sensor as in claim 5 wherein said DSP means comprises a plurality of individual DSP circuits on a single semiconductor chip , each of said plurality of individual circuits comprising : a pair of exclusive OR gates for performing code correlation on a signal received from said RF/IF input means (inputting information, destination information) and for performing carrier demodulation employed in generating in phase and quadrature signals I and Q ; a pair of up/down counters coupled to said pair of exclusive OR gates for accumulating the in phase and quadrature signals I and Q ; a C/A coder coupled to said pair of exclusive OR gates for generating a coarse acquisition code from a signal indicative of a satellite being tracked ; a code phase numerically controlled oscillator coupled to said C/A coder for indexing said C/A coder ; a carrier numerically controlled oscillator coupled to said pair of exclusive OR gates , for receiving a divided DSP clock signal , and for generating the in phase and quadrature signals I and Q ; and memory map interface means coupled to said microcomputer means for receiving the in phase and quadrature signals I and Q and for generating a plurality of control signals therefrom . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5195126A Filed: 1991-05-09 Issued: 1993-03-16 Emergency alert and security apparatus and method (Original Assignee) Bell Atlantic Network Services Inc (Current Assignee) Verizon Patent and Licensing Inc Brian Carrier, Kathleen A. Maier |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (data storage capacity) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (receiver means, said receiver) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (radio transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5195126A CLAIM 2 . A telecommunications system according to claim 1 including portable remote actuating means having radio transmitter (receiver information) means and signaling button means for activating said transmitting means to transmit radiated signals ; and receiver means (sender information) connected to said telecommunications system and disposed proximate an associated STS means ; said receiver means including signaling means responsive to receipt of said radiated signals to cause the transmission to the telecommunications system of signals causing the voice message data stored in said third data storage means by the STS means with which said receiver (sender information) is associated to be delivered to said DTS means . US5195126A CLAIM 16 . A method of providing emergency alert notification in a telecommunications system having a public service answering (PSA) node ; switch means connected to subscriber telephone station (STS) means ; network link means connecting said STS means and switch means to said PSA node ; and voice message service (VMS) platform means including voice processing unit (VPU) means having first data storage means connected to said telecommunications network system comprising the steps of : establishing in said VMS platform means second data storage capacity (memory stores information) distinct from said first data storage means ; establishing a data base which includes the identity of STS means subscribing to the emergency alert notification service ; accessing said VMS platform means via a STS means and storing in said second storage means (a) voice message data to be delivered to destination telephone station (DTS) means , and (b) data identifying the DTS means to which said voice message data is to be delivered ; monitoring said telecommunications system for a call to said PSA node by a STS means whose identity is stored in said data base ; on detecting such a call transmitting to said VMS platform means a signal including the identity of the STS means which initiated said call to said PSA node ; transmitting to DTS means designated by the STS means which initiated the call the voice message data stored by said STS means in said second storage means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (data storage capacity) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (receiver means, said receiver) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (radio transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5195126A CLAIM 2 . A telecommunications system according to claim 1 including portable remote actuating means having radio transmitter (receiver information) means and signaling button means for activating said transmitting means to transmit radiated signals ; and receiver means (sender information) connected to said telecommunications system and disposed proximate an associated STS means ; said receiver means including signaling means responsive to receipt of said radiated signals to cause the transmission to the telecommunications system of signals causing the voice message data stored in said third data storage means by the STS means with which said receiver (sender information) is associated to be delivered to said DTS means . US5195126A CLAIM 16 . A method of providing emergency alert notification in a telecommunications system having a public service answering (PSA) node ; switch means connected to subscriber telephone station (STS) means ; network link means connecting said STS means and switch means to said PSA node ; and voice message service (VMS) platform means including voice processing unit (VPU) means having first data storage means connected to said telecommunications network system comprising the steps of : establishing in said VMS platform means second data storage capacity (memory stores information) distinct from said first data storage means ; establishing a data base which includes the identity of STS means subscribing to the emergency alert notification service ; accessing said VMS platform means via a STS means and storing in said second storage means (a) voice message data to be delivered to destination telephone station (DTS) means , and (b) data identifying the DTS means to which said voice message data is to be delivered ; monitoring said telecommunications system for a call to said PSA node by a STS means whose identity is stored in said data base ; on detecting such a call transmitting to said VMS platform means a signal including the identity of the STS means which initiated said call to said PSA node ; transmitting to DTS means designated by the STS means which initiated the call the voice message data stored by said STS means in said second storage means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (receiver means, said receiver) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (radio transmitter) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5195126A CLAIM 2 . A telecommunications system according to claim 1 including portable remote actuating means having radio transmitter (receiver information) means and signaling button means for activating said transmitting means to transmit radiated signals ; and receiver means (sender information) connected to said telecommunications system and disposed proximate an associated STS means ; said receiver means including signaling means responsive to receipt of said radiated signals to cause the transmission to the telecommunications system of signals causing the voice message data stored in said third data storage means by the STS means with which said receiver (sender information) is associated to be delivered to said DTS means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (first switch means) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5195126A CLAIM 1 . In a telecommunications system having a plurality of switch means interconnected by trunk means ; a public service answering (PSA) node connected to a first of said switch means by PSA trunk means ; subscriber telephone station (STS) means connected to said first switch means (input device) and connectable through said first switch means to said PSA node ; voice message service (VMS) platform means including voice processing unit (VPU) means having first data storage means connected to said telecommunications system ; the improvement comprising : monitor/router (MR) means having means for detecting telephone station number identification signals coupled to said PSA trunk means to detect number identification signals carried thereby ; second data storage means associated with said MR means and having data identifying said STS means stored therein ; said MR means being connectable to said VMS platform means ; said MR means detecting data identifying said STS means carried by said PSA trunk means and transmitting to said VMS platform means signals identifying said STS means ; said VPU means including third data storage means for storing data responsive to signals from said STS means , said data including the identity of destination telephone station (DTS) means to be provided with voice message data stored in said third data storage means ; and second switch means connected to said VMS platform means for receiving said voice message data from said third data storage means and delivering said voice message data to DTS means predetermined by data stored in said third data storage means by said STS means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (data storage capacity) regarding the piece of luggage . |
US5195126A CLAIM 16 . A method of providing emergency alert notification in a telecommunications system having a public service answering (PSA) node ; switch means connected to subscriber telephone station (STS) means ; network link means connecting said STS means and switch means to said PSA node ; and voice message service (VMS) platform means including voice processing unit (VPU) means having first data storage means connected to said telecommunications network system comprising the steps of : establishing in said VMS platform means second data storage capacity (memory stores information) distinct from said first data storage means ; establishing a data base which includes the identity of STS means subscribing to the emergency alert notification service ; accessing said VMS platform means via a STS means and storing in said second storage means (a) voice message data to be delivered to destination telephone station (DTS) means , and (b) data identifying the DTS means to which said voice message data is to be delivered ; monitoring said telecommunications system for a call to said PSA node by a STS means whose identity is stored in said data base ; on detecting such a call transmitting to said VMS platform means a signal including the identity of the STS means which initiated said call to said PSA node ; transmitting to DTS means designated by the STS means which initiated the call the voice message data stored by said STS means in said second storage means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (first switch means) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5195126A CLAIM 1 . In a telecommunications system having a plurality of switch means interconnected by trunk means ; a public service answering (PSA) node connected to a first of said switch means by PSA trunk means ; subscriber telephone station (STS) means connected to said first switch means (input device) and connectable through said first switch means to said PSA node ; voice message service (VMS) platform means including voice processing unit (VPU) means having first data storage means connected to said telecommunications system ; the improvement comprising : monitor/router (MR) means having means for detecting telephone station number identification signals coupled to said PSA trunk means to detect number identification signals carried thereby ; second data storage means associated with said MR means and having data identifying said STS means stored therein ; said MR means being connectable to said VMS platform means ; said MR means detecting data identifying said STS means carried by said PSA trunk means and transmitting to said VMS platform means signals identifying said STS means ; said VPU means including third data storage means for storing data responsive to signals from said STS means , said data including the identity of destination telephone station (DTS) means to be provided with voice message data stored in said third data storage means ; and second switch means connected to said VMS platform means for receiving said voice message data from said third data storage means and delivering said voice message data to DTS means predetermined by data stored in said third data storage means by said STS means . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5144661A Filed: 1991-02-11 Issued: 1992-09-01 Security protection system and method (Original Assignee) Robert Shamosh; Berlent Harvey N (Current Assignee) VATSCO Inc Robert Shamosh, Harvey N. Berlent |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (remote location) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (remote location) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5144661A CLAIM 1 . A security and detection system , comprising : sensor means for sensing an alarm condition and for generating a first signal when an alarm condition is sensed ; manual activation means for generating a second signal upon manual activation by a user ; video and audio recording means responsive to the conditions represented by said first signal and said second signal for recording images and accompanying sound information , and for generating corresponding video and audio signals ; memory converter means for converting said video and audio signals to a format convenient for storage and transmission ; memory means for storing said converted signals ; and transmission means for transmitting said converted signals to a base unit at a remote location (destination information, invoice information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (remote location) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (remote location) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5144661A CLAIM 1 . A security and detection system , comprising : sensor means for sensing an alarm condition and for generating a first signal when an alarm condition is sensed ; manual activation means for generating a second signal upon manual activation by a user ; video and audio recording means responsive to the conditions represented by said first signal and said second signal for recording images and accompanying sound information , and for generating corresponding video and audio signals ; memory converter means for converting said video and audio signals to a format convenient for storage and transmission ; memory means for storing said converted signals ; and transmission means for transmitting said converted signals to a base unit at a remote location (destination information, invoice information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (remote location) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (remote location) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5144661A CLAIM 1 . A security and detection system , comprising : sensor means for sensing an alarm condition and for generating a first signal when an alarm condition is sensed ; manual activation means for generating a second signal upon manual activation by a user ; video and audio recording means responsive to the conditions represented by said first signal and said second signal for recording images and accompanying sound information , and for generating corresponding video and audio signals ; memory converter means for converting said video and audio signals to a format convenient for storage and transmission ; memory means for storing said converted signals ; and transmission means for transmitting said converted signals to a base unit at a remote location (destination information, invoice information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (physical movement) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5144661A CLAIM 9 . The system of claim 1 also comprising control means responsive to said first signal and said second signal for controlling the physical movement (sensor monitors) and activation of said video and audio recording means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (physical movement) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5144661A CLAIM 9 . The system of claim 1 also comprising control means responsive to said first signal and said second signal for controlling the physical movement (sensor monitors) and activation of said video and audio recording means . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5208756A Filed: 1991-01-28 Issued: 1993-05-04 Vehicle locating and navigating system (Original Assignee) Song Han L Han L. Song |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information (first calculating) , delivery instruction information , invoice information (second determining, calculating means) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5208756A CLAIM 1 . A system for determining a vehicle' ; s location comprising : (a) receiving means for receiving signals transmitted from a plurality of base stations of a cellular telephone network ; (b) first determining means for determining the received-power at which each of said signals is received ; (c) second determining (invoice information) means for determining the location of each of said base stations from which each of said signals is transmitted , the transmitting power at which each signal is transmitted , and the signal-attenuation factor of each signal ; (d) first calculating means (invoice information) for calculating the distance between said vehicle and each of said base stations as a function of the transmitting power , received-power , and signal-attenuation factor of each of said signals ; (e) second calculating means for calculating the vehicle-location of said vehicle as a function of said distances and the location of each of said base stations ; and (f) transmitting means for transmitting a signal identifying said vehicle-location . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information (first calculating) , delivery instruction information , invoice information (second determining, calculating means) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5208756A CLAIM 1 . A system for determining a vehicle' ; s location comprising : (a) receiving means for receiving signals transmitted from a plurality of base stations of a cellular telephone network ; (b) first determining means for determining the received-power at which each of said signals is received ; (c) second determining (invoice information) means for determining the location of each of said base stations from which each of said signals is transmitted , the transmitting power at which each signal is transmitted , and the signal-attenuation factor of each signal ; (d) first calculating means (invoice information) for calculating the distance between said vehicle and each of said base stations as a function of the transmitting power , received-power , and signal-attenuation factor of each of said signals ; (e) second calculating means for calculating the vehicle-location of said vehicle as a function of said distances and the location of each of said base stations ; and (f) transmitting means for transmitting a signal identifying said vehicle-location . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information (first calculating) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (second determining, calculating means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5208756A CLAIM 1 . A system for determining a vehicle' ; s location comprising : (a) receiving means for receiving signals transmitted from a plurality of base stations of a cellular telephone network ; (b) first determining means for determining the received-power at which each of said signals is received ; (c) second determining (invoice information) means for determining the location of each of said base stations from which each of said signals is transmitted , the transmitting power at which each signal is transmitted , and the signal-attenuation factor of each signal ; (d) first calculating means (invoice information) for calculating the distance between said vehicle and each of said base stations as a function of the transmitting power , received-power , and signal-attenuation factor of each of said signals ; (e) second calculating means for calculating the vehicle-location of said vehicle as a function of said distances and the location of each of said base stations ; and (f) transmitting means for transmitting a signal identifying said vehicle-location . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5155689A Filed: 1991-01-17 Issued: 1992-10-13 Vehicle locating and communicating method and apparatus (Original Assignee) By Word Tech Inc (Current Assignee) IRON OAKS TECHNOLOGIES LLC Larry C. Wortham |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (remote location) , receiver information , handling instruction information (received signal) , delivery instruction information , invoice information (remote location) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5155689A CLAIM 1 . A system for locating and communicating with a vehicle by means of a network of existing cellular telephone systems , said network comprised of a plurality of existing cellular telephone systems , each cellular telephone system having a unique system identification number , each cellular telephone system emitting a message stream containing the system identification number , comprising : monitoring means at a remote location (destination information, invoice information) coupled to the network having display means for displaying communications from and geographic location data of the vehicle ; cellular telephone means within the vehicle ; and control means in the vehicle for interrogating the overhead message stream through said cellular telephone means to receive the emitted system identification number from the cellular telephone system providing communications service to said cellular telephone means at the time of interrogation , said control means further initiating communication with said monitoring means for transmitting the system identification number , said monitoring means receiving and processing the system identification number for determining the location of the cellular telephone system providing service and for displaying the approximate geographic location of the vehicle on said display means . US5155689A CLAIM 22 . The locating method of claim 21 , wherein the step of interrogating said cellular telephone means includes evaluating the received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) to determine whether there exists sufficient signal strength to initiate communications with said display means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (remote location) , receiver information , handling instruction information (received signal) , delivery instruction information , invoice information (remote location) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5155689A CLAIM 1 . A system for locating and communicating with a vehicle by means of a network of existing cellular telephone systems , said network comprised of a plurality of existing cellular telephone systems , each cellular telephone system having a unique system identification number , each cellular telephone system emitting a message stream containing the system identification number , comprising : monitoring means at a remote location (destination information, invoice information) coupled to the network having display means for displaying communications from and geographic location data of the vehicle ; cellular telephone means within the vehicle ; and control means in the vehicle for interrogating the overhead message stream through said cellular telephone means to receive the emitted system identification number from the cellular telephone system providing communications service to said cellular telephone means at the time of interrogation , said control means further initiating communication with said monitoring means for transmitting the system identification number , said monitoring means receiving and processing the system identification number for determining the location of the cellular telephone system providing service and for displaying the approximate geographic location of the vehicle on said display means . US5155689A CLAIM 22 . The locating method of claim 21 , wherein the step of interrogating said cellular telephone means includes evaluating the received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) to determine whether there exists sufficient signal strength to initiate communications with said display means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (remote location) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information (received signal) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (remote location) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information (stored data) regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information (displayed map) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5155689A CLAIM 1 . A system for locating and communicating with a vehicle by means of a network of existing cellular telephone systems , said network comprised of a plurality of existing cellular telephone systems , each cellular telephone system having a unique system identification number , each cellular telephone system emitting a message stream containing the system identification number , comprising : monitoring means at a remote location (destination information, invoice information) coupled to the network having display means for displaying communications from and geographic location data of the vehicle ; cellular telephone means within the vehicle ; and control means in the vehicle for interrogating the overhead message stream through said cellular telephone means to receive the emitted system identification number from the cellular telephone system providing communications service to said cellular telephone means at the time of interrogation , said control means further initiating communication with said monitoring means for transmitting the system identification number , said monitoring means receiving and processing the system identification number for determining the location of the cellular telephone system providing service and for displaying the approximate geographic location of the vehicle on said display means . US5155689A CLAIM 12 . The location and display apparatus of claim 11 , further comprising means for selecting a location from the stored data (apparatus stores information) , highlighting said selected location on the displayed map (travel route information) , and textually displaying various travel parameters including the distance to the selected location and the estimated travel time to reach said location . US5155689A CLAIM 22 . The locating method of claim 21 , wherein the step of interrogating said cellular telephone means includes evaluating the received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) to determine whether there exists sufficient signal strength to initiate communications with said display means . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5132992A Filed: 1991-01-07 Issued: 1992-07-21 Audio and video transmission and receiving system (Original Assignee) BROWNE H LEE D/B/A GREENWICH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES (Current Assignee) GREENWICH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES LLC Paul Yurt, H. Lee Browne |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage device) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (input receiver, receiver means) , shipper information , destination information (source material, input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information (received signal) , delivery instruction information , invoice information (unique identification code) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (voltage level) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5132992A CLAIM 1 . A transmission system for providing information to be transmitted to remote locations , the transmission system comprising : library means for storing items containing information ; identification encoding means for retrieving the information in the items from the library means and for assigning a unique identification code (invoice information) to the retrieved information ; conversion means , coupled to the identification encoding means , for placing the retrieved information into a predetermined format as formatted data ; ordering means , coupled to the conversion means , for placing the formatted data into a sequence of addressable data blocks ; compression means , coupled to the ordering means , for compressing the formatted and sequenced data blocks ; compressed data storing means , coupled to the data compression means , for storing as files the compressed , sequenced data blocks received from the data compression means with the unique identification code assigned by the identification encoding means ; and transmitter means , coupled to the compressed data storing means , for sending at least a portion of one of the files to one of the remote locations . US5132992A CLAIM 4 . A transmission system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the information in the items includes digital signals , and wherein the conversion means further comprises : digital input receiver (sender information) means , coupled to the identification encoding means , for converting the digital signals of the information into predetermined voltage level (communication device, second communication device) s ; and formatting means , coupled to the digital input receiver means , for converting the predetermined voltage levels into formatted data witha predetermined format . US5132992A CLAIM 11 . A transmission system as recited in one of claims 1 or 9 , wherein the information in the items includes partially encoded information , and wherein the conversion means further comprises : digital input means (destination information, inputting information) , coupled to the identification encoding means , for receiving partial encoded information in the items . US5132992A CLAIM 24 . The distribution method as recited in claim 19 , wherein the step of storing includes the step of storing the received information in an intermediate storage device (memory stores information) . US5132992A CLAIM 25 . A receiving system responsive to a user input identifying a choice of an item stored in a source material (destination information, inputting information) library at a transmission system to be played back to a user at a location remote from the source material library , the item containing information to be sent from the transmission system to the receiving system , the receiving system comprising : requesting means for transmitting to the source material library in the transmission system the identity of the item ; transceiver means , coupled to the requesting means , for receiving the item from the transmission system as at least one compressed , formatted data block ; receiver format conversion means , coupled to the transceiver means , for converting the at least one compressed , formatted data block into a format suitable for storage processing , and for playback at the receiver system ; storage means , coupled to the receiver format conversion means , for storing a complete copy of the formatted data ; decompressing means , coupled to the storage means , for decompressing the copy of the formatted data ; and output data conversion means , coupled to the decompressing means , for playing back the decompressed copy of the data at a time specified by the user . US5132992A CLAIM 50 . A distribution system as recited in claim 49 , wherein the head end of the cable television reception system includes means for decompressing the received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) s and distributing the decompressed received signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (voltage level) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5132992A CLAIM 4 . A transmission system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the information in the items includes digital signals , and wherein the conversion means further comprises : digital input receiver means , coupled to the identification encoding means , for converting the digital signals of the information into predetermined voltage level (communication device, second communication device) s ; and formatting means , coupled to the digital input receiver means , for converting the predetermined voltage levels into formatted data witha predetermined format . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage device) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (input receiver, receiver means) , shipper information , destination information (source material, input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information (received signal) , delivery instruction information , invoice information (unique identification code) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5132992A CLAIM 1 . A transmission system for providing information to be transmitted to remote locations , the transmission system comprising : library means for storing items containing information ; identification encoding means for retrieving the information in the items from the library means and for assigning a unique identification code (invoice information) to the retrieved information ; conversion means , coupled to the identification encoding means , for placing the retrieved information into a predetermined format as formatted data ; ordering means , coupled to the conversion means , for placing the formatted data into a sequence of addressable data blocks ; compression means , coupled to the ordering means , for compressing the formatted and sequenced data blocks ; compressed data storing means , coupled to the data compression means , for storing as files the compressed , sequenced data blocks received from the data compression means with the unique identification code assigned by the identification encoding means ; and transmitter means , coupled to the compressed data storing means , for sending at least a portion of one of the files to one of the remote locations . US5132992A CLAIM 4 . A transmission system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the information in the items includes digital signals , and wherein the conversion means further comprises : digital input receiver (sender information) means , coupled to the identification encoding means , for converting the digital signals of the information into predetermined voltage levels ; and formatting means , coupled to the digital input receiver means , for converting the predetermined voltage levels into formatted data witha predetermined format . US5132992A CLAIM 11 . A transmission system as recited in one of claims 1 or 9 , wherein the information in the items includes partially encoded information , and wherein the conversion means further comprises : digital input means (destination information, inputting information) , coupled to the identification encoding means , for receiving partial encoded information in the items . US5132992A CLAIM 24 . The distribution method as recited in claim 19 , wherein the step of storing includes the step of storing the received information in an intermediate storage device (memory stores information) . US5132992A CLAIM 25 . A receiving system responsive to a user input identifying a choice of an item stored in a source material (destination information, inputting information) library at a transmission system to be played back to a user at a location remote from the source material library , the item containing information to be sent from the transmission system to the receiving system , the receiving system comprising : requesting means for transmitting to the source material library in the transmission system the identity of the item ; transceiver means , coupled to the requesting means , for receiving the item from the transmission system as at least one compressed , formatted data block ; receiver format conversion means , coupled to the transceiver means , for converting the at least one compressed , formatted data block into a format suitable for storage processing , and for playback at the receiver system ; storage means , coupled to the receiver format conversion means , for storing a complete copy of the formatted data ; decompressing means , coupled to the storage means , for decompressing the copy of the formatted data ; and output data conversion means , coupled to the decompressing means , for playing back the decompressed copy of the data at a time specified by the user . US5132992A CLAIM 50 . A distribution system as recited in claim 49 , wherein the head end of the cable television reception system includes means for decompressing the received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) s and distributing the decompressed received signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (input receiver, receiver means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (source material, input means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information (received signal) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (unique identification code) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (voltage level) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5132992A CLAIM 1 . A transmission system for providing information to be transmitted to remote locations , the transmission system comprising : library means for storing items containing information ; identification encoding means for retrieving the information in the items from the library means and for assigning a unique identification code (invoice information) to the retrieved information ; conversion means , coupled to the identification encoding means , for placing the retrieved information into a predetermined format as formatted data ; ordering means , coupled to the conversion means , for placing the formatted data into a sequence of addressable data blocks ; compression means , coupled to the ordering means , for compressing the formatted and sequenced data blocks ; compressed data storing means , coupled to the data compression means , for storing as files the compressed , sequenced data blocks received from the data compression means with the unique identification code assigned by the identification encoding means ; and transmitter means , coupled to the compressed data storing means , for sending at least a portion of one of the files to one of the remote locations . US5132992A CLAIM 4 . A transmission system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the information in the items includes digital signals , and wherein the conversion means further comprises : digital input receiver (sender information) means , coupled to the identification encoding means , for converting the digital signals of the information into predetermined voltage level (communication device, second communication device) s ; and formatting means , coupled to the digital input receiver means , for converting the predetermined voltage levels into formatted data witha predetermined format . US5132992A CLAIM 11 . A transmission system as recited in one of claims 1 or 9 , wherein the information in the items includes partially encoded information , and wherein the conversion means further comprises : digital input means (destination information, inputting information) , coupled to the identification encoding means , for receiving partial encoded information in the items . US5132992A CLAIM 25 . A receiving system responsive to a user input identifying a choice of an item stored in a source material (destination information, inputting information) library at a transmission system to be played back to a user at a location remote from the source material library , the item containing information to be sent from the transmission system to the receiving system , the receiving system comprising : requesting means for transmitting to the source material library in the transmission system the identity of the item ; transceiver means , coupled to the requesting means , for receiving the item from the transmission system as at least one compressed , formatted data block ; receiver format conversion means , coupled to the transceiver means , for converting the at least one compressed , formatted data block into a format suitable for storage processing , and for playback at the receiver system ; storage means , coupled to the receiver format conversion means , for storing a complete copy of the formatted data ; decompressing means , coupled to the storage means , for decompressing the copy of the formatted data ; and output data conversion means , coupled to the decompressing means , for playing back the decompressed copy of the data at a time specified by the user . US5132992A CLAIM 50 . A distribution system as recited in claim 49 , wherein the head end of the cable television reception system includes means for decompressing the received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) s and distributing the decompressed received signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (voltage level) . |
US5132992A CLAIM 4 . A transmission system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the information in the items includes digital signals , and wherein the conversion means further comprises : digital input receiver means , coupled to the identification encoding means , for converting the digital signals of the information into predetermined voltage level (communication device, second communication device) s ; and formatting means , coupled to the digital input receiver means , for converting the predetermined voltage levels into formatted data witha predetermined format . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (source material, input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5132992A CLAIM 11 . A transmission system as recited in one of claims 1 or 9 , wherein the information in the items includes partially encoded information , and wherein the conversion means further comprises : digital input means (destination information, inputting information) , coupled to the identification encoding means , for receiving partial encoded information in the items . US5132992A CLAIM 25 . A receiving system responsive to a user input identifying a choice of an item stored in a source material (destination information, inputting information) library at a transmission system to be played back to a user at a location remote from the source material library , the item containing information to be sent from the transmission system to the receiving system , the receiving system comprising : requesting means for transmitting to the source material library in the transmission system the identity of the item ; transceiver means , coupled to the requesting means , for receiving the item from the transmission system as at least one compressed , formatted data block ; receiver format conversion means , coupled to the transceiver means , for converting the at least one compressed , formatted data block into a format suitable for storage processing , and for playback at the receiver system ; storage means , coupled to the receiver format conversion means , for storing a complete copy of the formatted data ; decompressing means , coupled to the storage means , for decompressing the copy of the formatted data ; and output data conversion means , coupled to the decompressing means , for playing back the decompressed copy of the data at a time specified by the user . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (voltage level) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5132992A CLAIM 4 . A transmission system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the information in the items includes digital signals , and wherein the conversion means further comprises : digital input receiver means , coupled to the identification encoding means , for converting the digital signals of the information into predetermined voltage level (communication device, second communication device) s ; and formatting means , coupled to the digital input receiver means , for converting the predetermined voltage levels into formatted data witha predetermined format . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage device) regarding the piece of luggage . |
US5132992A CLAIM 24 . The distribution method as recited in claim 19 , wherein the step of storing includes the step of storing the received information in an intermediate storage device (memory stores information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (voltage level) . |
US5132992A CLAIM 4 . A transmission system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the information in the items includes digital signals , and wherein the conversion means further comprises : digital input receiver means , coupled to the identification encoding means , for converting the digital signals of the information into predetermined voltage level (communication device, second communication device) s ; and formatting means , coupled to the digital input receiver means , for converting the predetermined voltage levels into formatted data witha predetermined format . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (source material, input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5132992A CLAIM 11 . A transmission system as recited in one of claims 1 or 9 , wherein the information in the items includes partially encoded information , and wherein the conversion means further comprises : digital input means (destination information, inputting information) , coupled to the identification encoding means , for receiving partial encoded information in the items . US5132992A CLAIM 25 . A receiving system responsive to a user input identifying a choice of an item stored in a source material (destination information, inputting information) library at a transmission system to be played back to a user at a location remote from the source material library , the item containing information to be sent from the transmission system to the receiving system , the receiving system comprising : requesting means for transmitting to the source material library in the transmission system the identity of the item ; transceiver means , coupled to the requesting means , for receiving the item from the transmission system as at least one compressed , formatted data block ; receiver format conversion means , coupled to the transceiver means , for converting the at least one compressed , formatted data block into a format suitable for storage processing , and for playback at the receiver system ; storage means , coupled to the receiver format conversion means , for storing a complete copy of the formatted data ; decompressing means , coupled to the storage means , for decompressing the copy of the formatted data ; and output data conversion means , coupled to the decompressing means , for playing back the decompressed copy of the data at a time specified by the user . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5138649A Filed: 1990-11-16 Issued: 1992-08-11 Portable telephone handset with remote control (Original Assignee) Arris Technology Inc (Current Assignee) Arris Technology Inc Harold M. Krisbergh, David E. Wachob |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (receiver means) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (second transmitter, first transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (infrared transmitter) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5138649A CLAIM 13 . Remote controlled television signal converter apparatus comprising : means for receiving a television signal ; means coupled to said receiving means for converting said television signal to a format suitable for reproduction on a television set ; means coupled to said converter means for outputting the converted signal to a television set ; control means for processing a converter remote control signal received over a first communication path and a telephone remote control signal received over a second communication path ; means responsive to the telephone remote control signal received by said control means for establishing a communication over a telephone network ; and transmitter means for communicating a telephone audio signal received from said network to a remote control over said second communication path ; said remote control comprising : a keypad ; first transmitter (receiver information) means , responsive to said keypad , for transmitting television control signals to said converter control means over said first communication path ; a microphone for providing a telephone audio signal for transmission ; second transmitter (receiver information) means , responsive to said keypad and microphone , for transmitting telephone control and audio signals to said converter control means over said second communication path ; receiver means (sender information) for receiving telephone audio signals from said television signal converter ; and an earphone for reproducing the received telephone audio signals . US5138649A CLAIM 28 . A unitary television remote control and telephone handset in combination with the converter of claim 27 comprising : means responsive to a user input for generating a converter control signal ; means responsive to a user input for generating a telephone control signal ; infrared transmitter (invoice information) means for transmitting said converter control signal to said infrared data signal receiver ; a microphone ; RF transmitter means coupled to said microphone for transmitting telephone audio from said microphone to said telephone base station means ; an earphone for reproducing telephone audio ; and RF receiver means coupled to said earphone for receiving telephone audio from said telephone base station means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (receiver means) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (second transmitter, first transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (infrared transmitter) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5138649A CLAIM 13 . Remote controlled television signal converter apparatus comprising : means for receiving a television signal ; means coupled to said receiving means for converting said television signal to a format suitable for reproduction on a television set ; means coupled to said converter means for outputting the converted signal to a television set ; control means for processing a converter remote control signal received over a first communication path and a telephone remote control signal received over a second communication path ; means responsive to the telephone remote control signal received by said control means for establishing a communication over a telephone network ; and transmitter means for communicating a telephone audio signal received from said network to a remote control over said second communication path ; said remote control comprising : a keypad ; first transmitter (receiver information) means , responsive to said keypad , for transmitting television control signals to said converter control means over said first communication path ; a microphone for providing a telephone audio signal for transmission ; second transmitter (receiver information) means , responsive to said keypad and microphone , for transmitting telephone control and audio signals to said converter control means over said second communication path ; receiver means (sender information) for receiving telephone audio signals from said television signal converter ; and an earphone for reproducing the received telephone audio signals . US5138649A CLAIM 28 . A unitary television remote control and telephone handset in combination with the converter of claim 27 comprising : means responsive to a user input for generating a converter control signal ; means responsive to a user input for generating a telephone control signal ; infrared transmitter (invoice information) means for transmitting said converter control signal to said infrared data signal receiver ; a microphone ; RF transmitter means coupled to said microphone for transmitting telephone audio from said microphone to said telephone base station means ; an earphone for reproducing telephone audio ; and RF receiver means coupled to said earphone for receiving telephone audio from said telephone base station means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (receiver means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (second transmitter, first transmitter) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (infrared transmitter) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication (second communication) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5138649A CLAIM 13 . Remote controlled television signal converter apparatus comprising : means for receiving a television signal ; means coupled to said receiving means for converting said television signal to a format suitable for reproduction on a television set ; means coupled to said converter means for outputting the converted signal to a television set ; control means for processing a converter remote control signal received over a first communication path and a telephone remote control signal received over a second communication (second communication) path ; means responsive to the telephone remote control signal received by said control means for establishing a communication over a telephone network ; and transmitter means for communicating a telephone audio signal received from said network to a remote control over said second communication path ; said remote control comprising : a keypad ; first transmitter (receiver information) means , responsive to said keypad , for transmitting television control signals to said converter control means over said first communication path ; a microphone for providing a telephone audio signal for transmission ; second transmitter (receiver information) means , responsive to said keypad and microphone , for transmitting telephone control and audio signals to said converter control means over said second communication path ; receiver means (sender information) for receiving telephone audio signals from said television signal converter ; and an earphone for reproducing the received telephone audio signals . US5138649A CLAIM 28 . A unitary television remote control and telephone handset in combination with the converter of claim 27 comprising : means responsive to a user input for generating a converter control signal ; means responsive to a user input for generating a telephone control signal ; infrared transmitter (invoice information) means for transmitting said converter control signal to said infrared data signal receiver ; a microphone ; RF transmitter means coupled to said microphone for transmitting telephone audio from said microphone to said telephone base station means ; an earphone for reproducing telephone audio ; and RF receiver means coupled to said earphone for receiving telephone audio from said telephone base station means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (signal converter) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5138649A CLAIM 6 . A handset in accordance with claim 5 wherein said first appliance is a television signal converter (sensor monitors, input device) , and the first appliance control signal comprises a pay-per-view television program order signal . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (signal converter) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5138649A CLAIM 6 . A handset in accordance with claim 5 wherein said first appliance is a television signal converter (sensor monitors, input device) , and the first appliance control signal comprises a pay-per-view television program order signal . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (signal converter) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5138649A CLAIM 6 . A handset in accordance with claim 5 wherein said first appliance is a television signal converter (sensor monitors, input device) , and the first appliance control signal comprises a pay-per-view television program order signal . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (signal converter) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5138649A CLAIM 6 . A handset in accordance with claim 5 wherein said first appliance is a television signal converter (sensor monitors, input device) , and the first appliance control signal comprises a pay-per-view television program order signal . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5097253A Filed: 1990-10-09 Issued: 1992-03-17 Electronic security device (Original Assignee) Battelle Memorial Institute Inc (Current Assignee) Battelle Memorial Institute Inc Eugene A. Eschbach, Edward J. LeBlanc, Jeffrey W. Griffin |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information (when one) regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (voltage level) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5097253A CLAIM 9 . A portable electronic security device for detecting when a portal has been tampered with , comprising : an elongated communications lead (14) adapted for being attached to a side of a portal boundary , said lead having a first end and a second end between which a signal may be transmitted , wherein said lead is characterized by impedance distributed therealong ; and a signal control module (12) adapted for being affixed to another side of said portal boundary to which at least one end of said lead may also be secured ; wherein the device includes means (74 , 152 , 180) for generating a signal for said communications lead , and means (72 , 150 , 190) monitoring one or more characteristics of said signal as modified by said impedance distributed along said lead for the purpose of generating an alert signal , wherein said monitoring means is normally responsive to the value of said impedance distributed along said lead as determined at least in part by the length of said lead for normally inhibiting generation of said alert signal , while being sensitive to a range of incremental changes in said value of impedance distributed along said lead to generate an alert signal when one (message containing information) or more of said characteristics are altered as a result of external tampering causing said changes in said impedance distributed along said lead , said range of incremental changes which bring about said alert signal extending to impedance changes substantially less than occasioned by shorting and opening said communications lead , in order to facilitate sensitive detection of said tampering . US5097253A CLAIM 13 . The electronic security device of claim 12 wherein said means for generating a signal comprises an oscillator (74) and said means for monitoring (72) comprises means for detecting voltage level (communication device, second communication device) s and phase . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (voltage level) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5097253A CLAIM 13 . The electronic security device of claim 12 wherein said means for generating a signal comprises an oscillator (74) and said means for monitoring (72) comprises means for detecting voltage level (communication device, second communication device) s and phase . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (voltage level) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5097253A CLAIM 13 . The electronic security device of claim 12 wherein said means for generating a signal comprises an oscillator (74) and said means for monitoring (72) comprises means for detecting voltage level (communication device, second communication device) s and phase . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (said time) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (voltage level) . |
US5097253A CLAIM 12 . An electronic security device for detecting when a portal to a sealed enclosure has been tampered with , comprising : a communications lead (14) adapted for being secured on one side of a portal boundary , said lead having a first end and a second end between which a signal may be transmitted ; a signal control module (12) adapted for being secured on another side of said portal boundary and to which at least one end of said lead may also be affixed ; means (74 , 180) for generating a signal and directing this signal to the first end of said lead , and means (72 , 190) for monitoring one or more characteristics of said signal and generating an alert signal indicative of alteration of one or more of said characteristics ; clock means (70) including display means (24) for displaying real time readings ; and microprocessor means (52) for reading and recording the time kept by said clock means in response to said alert signal generated by said monitoring means and for controlling said clock means to display said time (delivery message) on said display means . US5097253A CLAIM 13 . The electronic security device of claim 12 wherein said means for generating a signal comprises an oscillator (74) and said means for monitoring (72) comprises means for detecting voltage level (communication device, second communication device) s and phase . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (voltage level) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5097253A CLAIM 13 . The electronic security device of claim 12 wherein said means for generating a signal comprises an oscillator (74) and said means for monitoring (72) comprises means for detecting voltage level (communication device, second communication device) s and phase . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (said time) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (voltage level) . |
US5097253A CLAIM 12 . An electronic security device for detecting when a portal to a sealed enclosure has been tampered with , comprising : a communications lead (14) adapted for being secured on one side of a portal boundary , said lead having a first end and a second end between which a signal may be transmitted ; a signal control module (12) adapted for being secured on another side of said portal boundary and to which at least one end of said lead may also be affixed ; means (74 , 180) for generating a signal and directing this signal to the first end of said lead , and means (72 , 190) for monitoring one or more characteristics of said signal and generating an alert signal indicative of alteration of one or more of said characteristics ; clock means (70) including display means (24) for displaying real time readings ; and microprocessor means (52) for reading and recording the time kept by said clock means in response to said alert signal generated by said monitoring means and for controlling said clock means to display said time (delivery message) on said display means . US5097253A CLAIM 13 . The electronic security device of claim 12 wherein said means for generating a signal comprises an oscillator (74) and said means for monitoring (72) comprises means for detecting voltage level (communication device, second communication device) s and phase . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5157491A Filed: 1990-08-27 Issued: 1992-10-20 Method and apparatus for video broadcasting and teleconferencing (Original Assignee) Kassatly L Samuel A L. Samuel A. Kassatly |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information (received signal, reception means) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5157491A CLAIM 1 . A network for providing video teleconferencing capability among several remote sites , comprising : a) central switching means for receiving and processing signals from the remote sites ; b) means for generating video signals at the remote sites ; c) means for transmitting said video signals to said central switching means ; d) said central switching means including : i) means for allocating a different channel to said video signals from each one of the remote sites , each channel being indicative of one of the remote sites and having a predetermined carrier frequency ; ii) means for scanning said allocated channels to generate signals identificative of said allocated channels ; iii) means for feeding back said channel identifying signals to the remote sites over a first carrier frequency ; iv) multiplexer means for compressing and multiplexing said video signals of said allocated channels , said multiplexer means including means for modulating said video signals over a second carrier frequency , sand said video signals being modulated over said predetermined carrier frequencies of their respective channels and over said second carrier frequency ; and v) means for transmitting said multiplexer signals from said central switching means to the selecting remote sites ; and e) each remote site including : i) selection means for using said feedback channel identifying signals to selectively identify and select the channels to be revised by each remote site ; ii) means for receiving said multiplexed signals ; iii) means for demultiplexing and separating said received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) s into separate channels ; iv) means for storing the separated signals for a predetermined period of time ; v) means for decompressing and reconstructing the signals of the selected channel on a real-time basis ; and vi) monitor means for displaying the reconstructed signals of the selected channel on a real-time basis . US5157491A CLAIM 19 . A video teleconferencing network for providing selective video communication capability among a plurality of remote sites and a central video switching exchange (CVSE) , the teleconferencing network comprising : a) means for initiating a video call to one or more remote sites for participating in a video teleconferencing session ; b) means for allocating a plurality of different video channels to the participating remote sites , each video channel corresponding to one of the participating remote sites ; c) means for generating signals for identifying said video channels , said video identifying signals being distinct from said video channels ; d) means for transmitting said channel identifying signals to all the participating remote sites ; e) control mean located at the remote sites for selecting the desired video identifying signals indicative of the desired video channels to be viewed at the selecting remote site ; f) feed-back means at the remote sites for feeding back said selected video identifying signals to the CVSE ; g) means for scanning said fed back video identifying signals for identifying the video channels selected by each of the remote sites ; h) multiplexer means for compressing and multiplexing said allocated video channels and modulating said video channels over a second carrier frequency , each of said video channels having a predetermined carrier frequency , and said video channels including video signals being modulated over the predetermined carrier frequencies of their respective video channels and over said second carrier frequency , said multiplexer means compressing and multiplexing said video signals from said allocated video channels into separate video signal packets , each packet corresponding to the particular selection of the video channels made by one of the remote sites ; i) means for transmitting said video signal packets to the corresponding remote site ; j) reception means (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) at the remote sites for receiving a corresponding compressed and multiplexed video signal packet ; k) means located at the remote sites for demultiplexing and separating the received video signal packets into separate video channels ; l) means for reconstructing the demultiplexed video channels , at the remote sites , on a real-time basis ; and m) display means at the remote sites for displaying the signals of said reconstructed video channels on a real-time basis . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information (received signal, reception means) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5157491A CLAIM 1 . A network for providing video teleconferencing capability among several remote sites , comprising : a) central switching means for receiving and processing signals from the remote sites ; b) means for generating video signals at the remote sites ; c) means for transmitting said video signals to said central switching means ; d) said central switching means including : i) means for allocating a different channel to said video signals from each one of the remote sites , each channel being indicative of one of the remote sites and having a predetermined carrier frequency ; ii) means for scanning said allocated channels to generate signals identificative of said allocated channels ; iii) means for feeding back said channel identifying signals to the remote sites over a first carrier frequency ; iv) multiplexer means for compressing and multiplexing said video signals of said allocated channels , said multiplexer means including means for modulating said video signals over a second carrier frequency , sand said video signals being modulated over said predetermined carrier frequencies of their respective channels and over said second carrier frequency ; and v) means for transmitting said multiplexer signals from said central switching means to the selecting remote sites ; and e) each remote site including : i) selection means for using said feedback channel identifying signals to selectively identify and select the channels to be revised by each remote site ; ii) means for receiving said multiplexed signals ; iii) means for demultiplexing and separating said received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) s into separate channels ; iv) means for storing the separated signals for a predetermined period of time ; v) means for decompressing and reconstructing the signals of the selected channel on a real-time basis ; and vi) monitor means for displaying the reconstructed signals of the selected channel on a real-time basis . US5157491A CLAIM 19 . A video teleconferencing network for providing selective video communication capability among a plurality of remote sites and a central video switching exchange (CVSE) , the teleconferencing network comprising : a) means for initiating a video call to one or more remote sites for participating in a video teleconferencing session ; b) means for allocating a plurality of different video channels to the participating remote sites , each video channel corresponding to one of the participating remote sites ; c) means for generating signals for identifying said video channels , said video identifying signals being distinct from said video channels ; d) means for transmitting said channel identifying signals to all the participating remote sites ; e) control mean located at the remote sites for selecting the desired video identifying signals indicative of the desired video channels to be viewed at the selecting remote site ; f) feed-back means at the remote sites for feeding back said selected video identifying signals to the CVSE ; g) means for scanning said fed back video identifying signals for identifying the video channels selected by each of the remote sites ; h) multiplexer means for compressing and multiplexing said allocated video channels and modulating said video channels over a second carrier frequency , each of said video channels having a predetermined carrier frequency , and said video channels including video signals being modulated over the predetermined carrier frequencies of their respective video channels and over said second carrier frequency , said multiplexer means compressing and multiplexing said video signals from said allocated video channels into separate video signal packets , each packet corresponding to the particular selection of the video channels made by one of the remote sites ; i) means for transmitting said video signal packets to the corresponding remote site ; j) reception means (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) at the remote sites for receiving a corresponding compressed and multiplexed video signal packet ; k) means located at the remote sites for demultiplexing and separating the received video signal packets into separate video channels ; l) means for reconstructing the demultiplexed video channels , at the remote sites , on a real-time basis ; and m) display means at the remote sites for displaying the signals of said reconstructed video channels on a real-time basis . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information (received signal, reception means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5157491A CLAIM 1 . A network for providing video teleconferencing capability among several remote sites , comprising : a) central switching means for receiving and processing signals from the remote sites ; b) means for generating video signals at the remote sites ; c) means for transmitting said video signals to said central switching means ; d) said central switching means including : i) means for allocating a different channel to said video signals from each one of the remote sites , each channel being indicative of one of the remote sites and having a predetermined carrier frequency ; ii) means for scanning said allocated channels to generate signals identificative of said allocated channels ; iii) means for feeding back said channel identifying signals to the remote sites over a first carrier frequency ; iv) multiplexer means for compressing and multiplexing said video signals of said allocated channels , said multiplexer means including means for modulating said video signals over a second carrier frequency , sand said video signals being modulated over said predetermined carrier frequencies of their respective channels and over said second carrier frequency ; and v) means for transmitting said multiplexer signals from said central switching means to the selecting remote sites ; and e) each remote site including : i) selection means for using said feedback channel identifying signals to selectively identify and select the channels to be revised by each remote site ; ii) means for receiving said multiplexed signals ; iii) means for demultiplexing and separating said received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) s into separate channels ; iv) means for storing the separated signals for a predetermined period of time ; v) means for decompressing and reconstructing the signals of the selected channel on a real-time basis ; and vi) monitor means for displaying the reconstructed signals of the selected channel on a real-time basis . US5157491A CLAIM 19 . A video teleconferencing network for providing selective video communication capability among a plurality of remote sites and a central video switching exchange (CVSE) , the teleconferencing network comprising : a) means for initiating a video call to one or more remote sites for participating in a video teleconferencing session ; b) means for allocating a plurality of different video channels to the participating remote sites , each video channel corresponding to one of the participating remote sites ; c) means for generating signals for identifying said video channels , said video identifying signals being distinct from said video channels ; d) means for transmitting said channel identifying signals to all the participating remote sites ; e) control mean located at the remote sites for selecting the desired video identifying signals indicative of the desired video channels to be viewed at the selecting remote site ; f) feed-back means at the remote sites for feeding back said selected video identifying signals to the CVSE ; g) means for scanning said fed back video identifying signals for identifying the video channels selected by each of the remote sites ; h) multiplexer means for compressing and multiplexing said allocated video channels and modulating said video channels over a second carrier frequency , each of said video channels having a predetermined carrier frequency , and said video channels including video signals being modulated over the predetermined carrier frequencies of their respective video channels and over said second carrier frequency , said multiplexer means compressing and multiplexing said video signals from said allocated video channels into separate video signal packets , each packet corresponding to the particular selection of the video channels made by one of the remote sites ; i) means for transmitting said video signal packets to the corresponding remote site ; j) reception means (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) at the remote sites for receiving a corresponding compressed and multiplexed video signal packet ; k) means located at the remote sites for demultiplexing and separating the received video signal packets into separate video channels ; l) means for reconstructing the demultiplexed video channels , at the remote sites , on a real-time basis ; and m) display means at the remote sites for displaying the signals of said reconstructed video channels on a real-time basis . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (output signals) for inputting information (color signal) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5157491A CLAIM 4 . The video teleconferencing as defined in claim 1 , wherein said means for generating video signals includes an optical system , said optical system comprising : a) a plurality of lens system means for processing colors of different frequencies ; b) each one of said lens system means including shutter means , for generating amplitude vectorial signals proportional to the amplitude of the color signal (inputting information) being processed by said lens system ; c) each one of said lens systems further including means responsive to the frequency of the corresponding color being processed by said particular lens system , for frequency generating vectorial signals proportional to the frequency of the color signal being processed by said lens system ; d) amplitude mixing means for generating a resulting amplitude signal proportional to the vectorial sum of said amplitude vectorial signals ; and e) frequency mixing means for generating a resulting frequency signal proportional to the vectorial sum of frequency vectorial signals . US5157491A CLAIM 7 . The video teleconferencing network as defined in claim 6 , wherein each one of said modules includes : a) a plurality of horizontal matrix transistor elements , wherein each one of said transistor elements has a drain and a gate ; b) a plurality of vertical matrix transistor elements each ; c) drain shift register means for providing output signals (input device) from the drains of said vertical matrix transistor elements ; d) gate shift register means for providing output signals from the gates of said horizontal matrix transistor elements ; e) wherein said drain shift register means from said modules are selectively , serially coupled to form a single drain shift register for said unitary screen ; and f) wherein said gate shift register means from said modules are selectively , serially coupled to form a single gate shift register for said unitary screen . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (output signals) for inputting information (color signal) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5157491A CLAIM 4 . The video teleconferencing as defined in claim 1 , wherein said means for generating video signals includes an optical system , said optical system comprising : a) a plurality of lens system means for processing colors of different frequencies ; b) each one of said lens system means including shutter means , for generating amplitude vectorial signals proportional to the amplitude of the color signal (inputting information) being processed by said lens system ; c) each one of said lens systems further including means responsive to the frequency of the corresponding color being processed by said particular lens system , for frequency generating vectorial signals proportional to the frequency of the color signal being processed by said lens system ; d) amplitude mixing means for generating a resulting amplitude signal proportional to the vectorial sum of said amplitude vectorial signals ; and e) frequency mixing means for generating a resulting frequency signal proportional to the vectorial sum of frequency vectorial signals . US5157491A CLAIM 7 . The video teleconferencing network as defined in claim 6 , wherein each one of said modules includes : a) a plurality of horizontal matrix transistor elements , wherein each one of said transistor elements has a drain and a gate ; b) a plurality of vertical matrix transistor elements each ; c) drain shift register means for providing output signals (input device) from the drains of said vertical matrix transistor elements ; d) gate shift register means for providing output signals from the gates of said horizontal matrix transistor elements ; e) wherein said drain shift register means from said modules are selectively , serially coupled to form a single drain shift register for said unitary screen ; and f) wherein said gate shift register means from said modules are selectively , serially coupled to form a single gate shift register for said unitary screen . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5061916A Filed: 1990-05-29 Issued: 1991-10-29 Event driven remote graphical reporting of building automation system parameters (Original Assignee) Barber Colman Co (Current Assignee) Bankers Trust Co ; Schneider Electric Buildings LLC Jonathan C. French, David R. Rounds, James R. Herdeman, Brent S. Bernardi |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (predetermined times, specified times) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information (when one) regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5061916A CLAIM 3 . The combination as set forth in claim 1 wherein the means for establishing user-specified trigger conditions includes a real time clock , and means for defining time triggered conditions intended to transmit reports at specified times (invoice information) of day . US5061916A CLAIM 4 . The combination as set forth in claim 1 wherein the report definition subsystem further comprises means for specifying time related trigger conditions intended to trigger reports or report variations at predetermined times (invoice information) . US5061916A CLAIM 8 . A system for remote graphical reporting of alarm conditions in a building automation system , the system comprising the combination of : means for monitoring real time conditions of a plurality of operating building parameters and triggering an alarm when one (message containing information) or more predetermined parameters deviate beyond predetermined limits , means for storing a set of fixed system parameters relating to the building automated by the building automation system , the fixed parameters including graphical representations illustrating at least some of the fixed system parameters , means for assembling data for an alarm transmission including a set of fixed parameters and measured values of real time operating parameters relevant to a particular alarm , said last mentioned means including means for assembling a graphical display for transmission including fixed parameters and values for real time operating parameters intended to display the alarm condition in context , and means for transmitting a facsimile alarm message including the assembled graphical display . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (predetermined times, specified times) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5061916A CLAIM 3 . The combination as set forth in claim 1 wherein the means for establishing user-specified trigger conditions includes a real time clock , and means for defining time triggered conditions intended to transmit reports at specified times (invoice information) of day . US5061916A CLAIM 4 . The combination as set forth in claim 1 wherein the report definition subsystem further comprises means for specifying time related trigger conditions intended to trigger reports or report variations at predetermined times (invoice information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (predetermined times, specified times) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication (include means) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5061916A CLAIM 2 . The combination as set forth in claim 1 wherein the means for establishing user specified trigger conditions include means (second communication, second communication device) for defining alarm conditions intended to transmit an alarm report to a remote alarm receiving station . US5061916A CLAIM 3 . The combination as set forth in claim 1 wherein the means for establishing user-specified trigger conditions includes a real time clock , and means for defining time triggered conditions intended to transmit reports at specified times (invoice information) of day . US5061916A CLAIM 4 . The combination as set forth in claim 1 wherein the report definition subsystem further comprises means for specifying time related trigger conditions intended to trigger reports or report variations at predetermined times (invoice information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (system parameters) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5061916A CLAIM 1 . A system for remote graphical reporting of related sets of parameters monitored by a building automation system , the building automation system including means for monitoring real time conditions of a plurality of operating building parameters , and means for storing fixed information regarding static system parameters (sensor monitors) , the system comprising , in combination : a report definition subsystem for defining a plurality of transmittable reports which includes : means for establishing user specified trigger conditions intended to trigger each remote report transmission , and means for defining a plurality of transmittable graphics for the transmittable reports , the transmittable graphics including user specified static system parameters associated with user specified real time operating parameters , a reporting transmission subsystem for transmitting the reports including the transmittable graphics which includes : means for detecting the user specified trigger conditions and determining which of the graphical reports is to be transmitted , means for merging the user specified static system parameters and monitored real time values for the user specified real time operating parameters into one of the defined transmittable graphics , means for assuring that monitored real time data is available for the user specified real time operating parameters and is included in the completed transmittable graphic , and means enabled subsequent to assembly of the transmittable graphic for transmitting a facsimile report including the transmittable graphic . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (system parameters) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5061916A CLAIM 1 . A system for remote graphical reporting of related sets of parameters monitored by a building automation system , the building automation system including means for monitoring real time conditions of a plurality of operating building parameters , and means for storing fixed information regarding static system parameters (sensor monitors) , the system comprising , in combination : a report definition subsystem for defining a plurality of transmittable reports which includes : means for establishing user specified trigger conditions intended to trigger each remote report transmission , and means for defining a plurality of transmittable graphics for the transmittable reports , the transmittable graphics including user specified static system parameters associated with user specified real time operating parameters , a reporting transmission subsystem for transmitting the reports including the transmittable graphics which includes : means for detecting the user specified trigger conditions and determining which of the graphical reports is to be transmitted , means for merging the user specified static system parameters and monitored real time values for the user specified real time operating parameters into one of the defined transmittable graphics , means for assuring that monitored real time data is available for the user specified real time operating parameters and is included in the completed transmittable graphic , and means enabled subsequent to assembly of the transmittable graphic for transmitting a facsimile report including the transmittable graphic . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5081667A Filed: 1990-03-20 Issued: 1992-01-14 System for integrating a cellular telephone with a vehicle security system (Original Assignee) CLIFFORD ELECTRONICS Inc (Current Assignee) DEI Headquaters Inc Ze'Ev Drori, Robert M. Woskow |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (communication destination) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (said position, input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5081667A CLAIM 8 . An interfacing system installed in a vehicle for integrating a cellular telephone communication system having an operating protocol with a vehicle security system , the security system characterized by one or more security functions , said interfacing system comprising : a system controller ; first interfacing means for interfacing said cellular telephone system to said system controller , said first means including : first library means for storing a plurality of specific translation tables corresponding to the different protocols of a plurality of cellular telephone systems ; and initializing means for selecting an operating protocol for said interfacing system from said first library means which is compatible with the protocol of said cellular telephone system , comprising means for selecting said operating protocol from the keypad of said cellular telephone , said selecting means comprising means activated during a telephone initialization mode for recognizing predetermined sequences of tones generated by user-actuation of said keypad to identify the particular cellular telephone type and select a corresponding operating protocol ; and wherein said controller comprises means permitting a message regarding the security system status to be sent via said cellular communication system to a remote communication destination (memory stores information) , means permitting messages to be received via said cellular communication system , and means for acting on said received messages to control one or more predetermined security system functions in dependence on the particular received message ; thereby enabling said security system to be compatible with a variety of cellular telephone systems to permit two-way communication between a user and the vehicle security system via said cellular telephone system . US5081667A CLAIM 14 . An interfacing system installed in a vehicle for integrating a cellular telephone communication system having an operating protocol with a vehicle positioning system , said interfacing system comprising : a system controller ; first interfacing means for interfacing said cellular communication system to said system controller ; second interfacing means for interfacing said vehicle positioning system to said system controller to provide the capability of remotely communicating vehicle position indicating signals via said cellular communication system , said signals comprising voice-synthesized messages which describe the current location of the vehicle ; and wherein said controller is responsive to commands received via said cellular telephone system to communicate said position (inputting information, destination information) indicating signals via said cellular telephone system . US5081667A CLAIM 18 . An interfacing system installed in a vehicle for integrating a cellular communication system comprising a cellular telephone having an operating protocol with a vehicle security system , said interfacing system comprising : a system controller ; first means for interfacing said cellular communication system to said system controller , said first means including ; first library means for storing a plurality of specific sets of data corresponding to the different protocols of a plurality of cellular communication systems ; data input means (inputting information, destination information) responsive to data input by the system user or installer to identify the particular type of cellular communication system installed in said vehicle , said data input means for providing a signal to the controller identifying said particular type of cellular communication system ; and means responsive to said signal for selecting from said library means a particular one of said sets of data corresponding to the protocol for said identified type of cellular communication system ; second means for interfacing said security system to said controller ; said system controller comprising means for monitoring the armed status of said security system and the " ; system tripped" ; status of said security system , said controller further comprising means for making an outgoing call to a user-designated telephone number via said cellular telephone and providing a message indicating that the security system has been tripped . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (communication destination) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (said position, input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5081667A CLAIM 8 . An interfacing system installed in a vehicle for integrating a cellular telephone communication system having an operating protocol with a vehicle security system , the security system characterized by one or more security functions , said interfacing system comprising : a system controller ; first interfacing means for interfacing said cellular telephone system to said system controller , said first means including : first library means for storing a plurality of specific translation tables corresponding to the different protocols of a plurality of cellular telephone systems ; and initializing means for selecting an operating protocol for said interfacing system from said first library means which is compatible with the protocol of said cellular telephone system , comprising means for selecting said operating protocol from the keypad of said cellular telephone , said selecting means comprising means activated during a telephone initialization mode for recognizing predetermined sequences of tones generated by user-actuation of said keypad to identify the particular cellular telephone type and select a corresponding operating protocol ; and wherein said controller comprises means permitting a message regarding the security system status to be sent via said cellular communication system to a remote communication destination (memory stores information) , means permitting messages to be received via said cellular communication system , and means for acting on said received messages to control one or more predetermined security system functions in dependence on the particular received message ; thereby enabling said security system to be compatible with a variety of cellular telephone systems to permit two-way communication between a user and the vehicle security system via said cellular telephone system . US5081667A CLAIM 14 . An interfacing system installed in a vehicle for integrating a cellular telephone communication system having an operating protocol with a vehicle positioning system , said interfacing system comprising : a system controller ; first interfacing means for interfacing said cellular communication system to said system controller ; second interfacing means for interfacing said vehicle positioning system to said system controller to provide the capability of remotely communicating vehicle position indicating signals via said cellular communication system , said signals comprising voice-synthesized messages which describe the current location of the vehicle ; and wherein said controller is responsive to commands received via said cellular telephone system to communicate said position (inputting information, destination information) indicating signals via said cellular telephone system . US5081667A CLAIM 18 . An interfacing system installed in a vehicle for integrating a cellular communication system comprising a cellular telephone having an operating protocol with a vehicle security system , said interfacing system comprising : a system controller ; first means for interfacing said cellular communication system to said system controller , said first means including ; first library means for storing a plurality of specific sets of data corresponding to the different protocols of a plurality of cellular communication systems ; data input means (inputting information, destination information) responsive to data input by the system user or installer to identify the particular type of cellular communication system installed in said vehicle , said data input means for providing a signal to the controller identifying said particular type of cellular communication system ; and means responsive to said signal for selecting from said library means a particular one of said sets of data corresponding to the protocol for said identified type of cellular communication system ; second means for interfacing said security system to said controller ; said system controller comprising means for monitoring the armed status of said security system and the " ; system tripped" ; status of said security system , said controller further comprising means for making an outgoing call to a user-designated telephone number via said cellular telephone and providing a message indicating that the security system has been tripped . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (said position, input means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message (telephone calls) to the communication device or to a second communication (telephone calls) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5081667A CLAIM 14 . An interfacing system installed in a vehicle for integrating a cellular telephone communication system having an operating protocol with a vehicle positioning system , said interfacing system comprising : a system controller ; first interfacing means for interfacing said cellular communication system to said system controller ; second interfacing means for interfacing said vehicle positioning system to said system controller to provide the capability of remotely communicating vehicle position indicating signals via said cellular communication system , said signals comprising voice-synthesized messages which describe the current location of the vehicle ; and wherein said controller is responsive to commands received via said cellular telephone system to communicate said position (inputting information, destination information) indicating signals via said cellular telephone system . US5081667A CLAIM 18 . An interfacing system installed in a vehicle for integrating a cellular communication system comprising a cellular telephone having an operating protocol with a vehicle security system , said interfacing system comprising : a system controller ; first means for interfacing said cellular communication system to said system controller , said first means including ; first library means for storing a plurality of specific sets of data corresponding to the different protocols of a plurality of cellular communication systems ; data input means (inputting information, destination information) responsive to data input by the system user or installer to identify the particular type of cellular communication system installed in said vehicle , said data input means for providing a signal to the controller identifying said particular type of cellular communication system ; and means responsive to said signal for selecting from said library means a particular one of said sets of data corresponding to the protocol for said identified type of cellular communication system ; second means for interfacing said security system to said controller ; said system controller comprising means for monitoring the armed status of said security system and the " ; system tripped" ; status of said security system , said controller further comprising means for making an outgoing call to a user-designated telephone number via said cellular telephone and providing a message indicating that the security system has been tripped . US5081667A CLAIM 47 . The invention of claim 46 wherein said vehicle is characterized by an ignition switch , and said interfacing means further comprises means activated in response to said tripping of said security system for activating said telephone system and placing it in condition to receive incoming telephone calls (second message, second communication) whenever said vehicle ignition switch is turned on , thereby permitting said vehicle disable command to be received at any time said ignition switch is turned on . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (said time) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
US5081667A CLAIM 52 . The system of claim 51 wherein said controller further comprises means for programming said time (delivery message) delay by data entered via said keypad during a system programming mode . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (output signals) for inputting information (said position, input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5081667A CLAIM 14 . An interfacing system installed in a vehicle for integrating a cellular telephone communication system having an operating protocol with a vehicle positioning system , said interfacing system comprising : a system controller ; first interfacing means for interfacing said cellular communication system to said system controller ; second interfacing means for interfacing said vehicle positioning system to said system controller to provide the capability of remotely communicating vehicle position indicating signals via said cellular communication system , said signals comprising voice-synthesized messages which describe the current location of the vehicle ; and wherein said controller is responsive to commands received via said cellular telephone system to communicate said position (inputting information, destination information) indicating signals via said cellular telephone system . US5081667A CLAIM 17 . The invention of claim 16 wherein said initializing means includes tone decoder for decoding tones generated by said cellular telephone system and generating decoder output signals (input device) indicative of the particular tone , and wherein said unique cellular telephone system defining data comprises predetermined sequences of said decoder output signals , whereby a user may enter the particular data sequence during an initializing mode which identifies to the controller the particular unique table corresponding to the user' ; s particular cellular telephone . US5081667A CLAIM 18 . An interfacing system installed in a vehicle for integrating a cellular communication system comprising a cellular telephone having an operating protocol with a vehicle security system , said interfacing system comprising : a system controller ; first means for interfacing said cellular communication system to said system controller , said first means including ; first library means for storing a plurality of specific sets of data corresponding to the different protocols of a plurality of cellular communication systems ; data input means (inputting information, destination information) responsive to data input by the system user or installer to identify the particular type of cellular communication system installed in said vehicle , said data input means for providing a signal to the controller identifying said particular type of cellular communication system ; and means responsive to said signal for selecting from said library means a particular one of said sets of data corresponding to the protocol for said identified type of cellular communication system ; second means for interfacing said security system to said controller ; said system controller comprising means for monitoring the armed status of said security system and the " ; system tripped" ; status of said security system , said controller further comprising means for making an outgoing call to a user-designated telephone number via said cellular telephone and providing a message indicating that the security system has been tripped . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (communication destination) regarding the piece of luggage . |
US5081667A CLAIM 8 . An interfacing system installed in a vehicle for integrating a cellular telephone communication system having an operating protocol with a vehicle security system , the security system characterized by one or more security functions , said interfacing system comprising : a system controller ; first interfacing means for interfacing said cellular telephone system to said system controller , said first means including : first library means for storing a plurality of specific translation tables corresponding to the different protocols of a plurality of cellular telephone systems ; and initializing means for selecting an operating protocol for said interfacing system from said first library means which is compatible with the protocol of said cellular telephone system , comprising means for selecting said operating protocol from the keypad of said cellular telephone , said selecting means comprising means activated during a telephone initialization mode for recognizing predetermined sequences of tones generated by user-actuation of said keypad to identify the particular cellular telephone type and select a corresponding operating protocol ; and wherein said controller comprises means permitting a message regarding the security system status to be sent via said cellular communication system to a remote communication destination (memory stores information) , means permitting messages to be received via said cellular communication system , and means for acting on said received messages to control one or more predetermined security system functions in dependence on the particular received message ; thereby enabling said security system to be compatible with a variety of cellular telephone systems to permit two-way communication between a user and the vehicle security system via said cellular telephone system . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (said time) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
US5081667A CLAIM 52 . The system of claim 51 wherein said controller further comprises means for programming said time (delivery message) delay by data entered via said keypad during a system programming mode . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (output signals) for inputting information (said position, input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5081667A CLAIM 14 . An interfacing system installed in a vehicle for integrating a cellular telephone communication system having an operating protocol with a vehicle positioning system , said interfacing system comprising : a system controller ; first interfacing means for interfacing said cellular communication system to said system controller ; second interfacing means for interfacing said vehicle positioning system to said system controller to provide the capability of remotely communicating vehicle position indicating signals via said cellular communication system , said signals comprising voice-synthesized messages which describe the current location of the vehicle ; and wherein said controller is responsive to commands received via said cellular telephone system to communicate said position (inputting information, destination information) indicating signals via said cellular telephone system . US5081667A CLAIM 17 . The invention of claim 16 wherein said initializing means includes tone decoder for decoding tones generated by said cellular telephone system and generating decoder output signals (input device) indicative of the particular tone , and wherein said unique cellular telephone system defining data comprises predetermined sequences of said decoder output signals , whereby a user may enter the particular data sequence during an initializing mode which identifies to the controller the particular unique table corresponding to the user' ; s particular cellular telephone . US5081667A CLAIM 18 . An interfacing system installed in a vehicle for integrating a cellular communication system comprising a cellular telephone having an operating protocol with a vehicle security system , said interfacing system comprising : a system controller ; first means for interfacing said cellular communication system to said system controller , said first means including ; first library means for storing a plurality of specific sets of data corresponding to the different protocols of a plurality of cellular communication systems ; data input means (inputting information, destination information) responsive to data input by the system user or installer to identify the particular type of cellular communication system installed in said vehicle , said data input means for providing a signal to the controller identifying said particular type of cellular communication system ; and means responsive to said signal for selecting from said library means a particular one of said sets of data corresponding to the protocol for said identified type of cellular communication system ; second means for interfacing said security system to said controller ; said system controller comprising means for monitoring the armed status of said security system and the " ; system tripped" ; status of said security system , said controller further comprising means for making an outgoing call to a user-designated telephone number via said cellular telephone and providing a message indicating that the security system has been tripped . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5027104A Filed: 1990-02-21 Issued: 1991-06-25 Vehicle security device (Original Assignee) American Nucleonics Corp Donald J. Reid |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device (security device) , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (second transmitter, first transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (second sensor) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5027104A CLAIM 1 . An improved security device (shipment conveyance device) , mounted in a vehicle having a passenger compartment and comprising : (a) a plurality of cameras , at least one of said cameras being mounted in said vehicle but outside said passenger compartment ; (b) first sensor means of sensing an intrusion condition and second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) means for sensing striking of the vehicle from outside ; (c) controller means for receiving signals from said first sensor means indicative of an intrusion and , responsive thereto , activating one of said cameras and further wherein when said controller means receives signals from said second sensor means indicative of a striking of said vehicle , responsive thereto , said controller means activates all of said plurality of cameras ; (d) said controller means receiving program signals from said cameras ; (e) first transmitter (receiver information) means for transmitting wireless alarm signals to a remote first receiver responsive to said controller means receiving said program signals ; (f) second transmitter (receiver information) means for concurrently transmitting further wireless program signals to a remote second receiver , said wireless program signals corresponding to said program signals and ; (g) recorder means for recording said program signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device (security device) , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (second sensor) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5027104A CLAIM 1 . An improved security device (shipment conveyance device) , mounted in a vehicle having a passenger compartment and comprising : (a) a plurality of cameras , at least one of said cameras being mounted in said vehicle but outside said passenger compartment ; (b) first sensor means of sensing an intrusion condition and second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) means for sensing striking of the vehicle from outside ; (c) controller means for receiving signals from said first sensor means indicative of an intrusion and , responsive thereto , activating one of said cameras and further wherein when said controller means receives signals from said second sensor means indicative of a striking of said vehicle , responsive thereto , said controller means activates all of said plurality of cameras ; (d) said controller means receiving program signals from said cameras ; (e) first transmitter means for transmitting wireless alarm signals to a remote first receiver responsive to said controller means receiving said program signals ; (f) second transmitter means for concurrently transmitting further wireless program signals to a remote second receiver , said wireless program signals corresponding to said program signals and ; (g) recorder means for recording said program signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device (security device) , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (second transmitter, first transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5027104A CLAIM 1 . An improved security device (shipment conveyance device) , mounted in a vehicle having a passenger compartment and comprising : (a) a plurality of cameras , at least one of said cameras being mounted in said vehicle but outside said passenger compartment ; (b) first sensor means of sensing an intrusion condition and second sensor means for sensing striking of the vehicle from outside ; (c) controller means for receiving signals from said first sensor means indicative of an intrusion and , responsive thereto , activating one of said cameras and further wherein when said controller means receives signals from said second sensor means indicative of a striking of said vehicle , responsive thereto , said controller means activates all of said plurality of cameras ; (d) said controller means receiving program signals from said cameras ; (e) first transmitter (receiver information) means for transmitting wireless alarm signals to a remote first receiver responsive to said controller means receiving said program signals ; (f) second transmitter (receiver information) means for concurrently transmitting further wireless program signals to a remote second receiver , said wireless program signals corresponding to said program signals and ; (g) recorder means for recording said program signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device (security device) , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (second transmitter, first transmitter) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (second sensor) or to a second communication (second sensor) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5027104A CLAIM 1 . An improved security device (shipment conveyance device) , mounted in a vehicle having a passenger compartment and comprising : (a) a plurality of cameras , at least one of said cameras being mounted in said vehicle but outside said passenger compartment ; (b) first sensor means of sensing an intrusion condition and second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) means for sensing striking of the vehicle from outside ; (c) controller means for receiving signals from said first sensor means indicative of an intrusion and , responsive thereto , activating one of said cameras and further wherein when said controller means receives signals from said second sensor means indicative of a striking of said vehicle , responsive thereto , said controller means activates all of said plurality of cameras ; (d) said controller means receiving program signals from said cameras ; (e) first transmitter (receiver information) means for transmitting wireless alarm signals to a remote first receiver responsive to said controller means receiving said program signals ; (f) second transmitter (receiver information) means for concurrently transmitting further wireless program signals to a remote second receiver , said wireless program signals corresponding to said program signals and ; (g) recorder means for recording said program signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 6 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (security device) or the apparatus is a shipping container . |
US5027104A CLAIM 1 . An improved security device (shipment conveyance device) , mounted in a vehicle having a passenger compartment and comprising : (a) a plurality of cameras , at least one of said cameras being mounted in said vehicle but outside said passenger compartment ; (b) first sensor means of sensing an intrusion condition and second sensor means for sensing striking of the vehicle from outside ; (c) controller means for receiving signals from said first sensor means indicative of an intrusion and , responsive thereto , activating one of said cameras and further wherein when said controller means receives signals from said second sensor means indicative of a striking of said vehicle , responsive thereto , said controller means activates all of said plurality of cameras ; (d) said controller means receiving program signals from said cameras ; (e) first transmitter means for transmitting wireless alarm signals to a remote first receiver responsive to said controller means receiving said program signals ; (f) second transmitter means for concurrently transmitting further wireless program signals to a remote second receiver , said wireless program signals corresponding to said program signals and ; (g) recorder means for recording said program signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 7 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (security device) or the apparatus is a pallet . |
US5027104A CLAIM 1 . An improved security device (shipment conveyance device) , mounted in a vehicle having a passenger compartment and comprising : (a) a plurality of cameras , at least one of said cameras being mounted in said vehicle but outside said passenger compartment ; (b) first sensor means of sensing an intrusion condition and second sensor means for sensing striking of the vehicle from outside ; (c) controller means for receiving signals from said first sensor means indicative of an intrusion and , responsive thereto , activating one of said cameras and further wherein when said controller means receives signals from said second sensor means indicative of a striking of said vehicle , responsive thereto , said controller means activates all of said plurality of cameras ; (d) said controller means receiving program signals from said cameras ; (e) first transmitter means for transmitting wireless alarm signals to a remote first receiver responsive to said controller means receiving said program signals ; (f) second transmitter means for concurrently transmitting further wireless program signals to a remote second receiver , said wireless program signals corresponding to said program signals and ; (g) recorder means for recording said program signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 8 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (security device) or the apparatus is a piece of luggage . |
US5027104A CLAIM 1 . An improved security device (shipment conveyance device) , mounted in a vehicle having a passenger compartment and comprising : (a) a plurality of cameras , at least one of said cameras being mounted in said vehicle but outside said passenger compartment ; (b) first sensor means of sensing an intrusion condition and second sensor means for sensing striking of the vehicle from outside ; (c) controller means for receiving signals from said first sensor means indicative of an intrusion and , responsive thereto , activating one of said cameras and further wherein when said controller means receives signals from said second sensor means indicative of a striking of said vehicle , responsive thereto , said controller means activates all of said plurality of cameras ; (d) said controller means receiving program signals from said cameras ; (e) first transmitter means for transmitting wireless alarm signals to a remote first receiver responsive to said controller means receiving said program signals ; (f) second transmitter means for concurrently transmitting further wireless program signals to a remote second receiver , said wireless program signals corresponding to said program signals and ; (g) recorder means for recording said program signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 9 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a display , wherein the display is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device (security device) , wherein the display displays or provides information regarding the shipment conveyance device or information regarding a shipment or transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5027104A CLAIM 1 . An improved security device (shipment conveyance device) , mounted in a vehicle having a passenger compartment and comprising : (a) a plurality of cameras , at least one of said cameras being mounted in said vehicle but outside said passenger compartment ; (b) first sensor means of sensing an intrusion condition and second sensor means for sensing striking of the vehicle from outside ; (c) controller means for receiving signals from said first sensor means indicative of an intrusion and , responsive thereto , activating one of said cameras and further wherein when said controller means receives signals from said second sensor means indicative of a striking of said vehicle , responsive thereto , said controller means activates all of said plurality of cameras ; (d) said controller means receiving program signals from said cameras ; (e) first transmitter means for transmitting wireless alarm signals to a remote first receiver responsive to said controller means receiving said program signals ; (f) second transmitter means for concurrently transmitting further wireless program signals to a remote second receiver , said wireless program signals corresponding to said program signals and ; (g) recorder means for recording said program signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 10 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a receiver , wherein the receiver receives the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device (security device) . |
US5027104A CLAIM 1 . An improved security device (shipment conveyance device) , mounted in a vehicle having a passenger compartment and comprising : (a) a plurality of cameras , at least one of said cameras being mounted in said vehicle but outside said passenger compartment ; (b) first sensor means of sensing an intrusion condition and second sensor means for sensing striking of the vehicle from outside ; (c) controller means for receiving signals from said first sensor means indicative of an intrusion and , responsive thereto , activating one of said cameras and further wherein when said controller means receives signals from said second sensor means indicative of a striking of said vehicle , responsive thereto , said controller means activates all of said plurality of cameras ; (d) said controller means receiving program signals from said cameras ; (e) first transmitter means for transmitting wireless alarm signals to a remote first receiver responsive to said controller means receiving said program signals ; (f) second transmitter means for concurrently transmitting further wireless program signals to a remote second receiver , said wireless program signals corresponding to said program signals and ; (g) recorder means for recording said program signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 11 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding a stop made by a carrier of the shipment conveyance device (security device) or information regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the message contains information regarding an unusual stopping period regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5027104A CLAIM 1 . An improved security device (shipment conveyance device) , mounted in a vehicle having a passenger compartment and comprising : (a) a plurality of cameras , at least one of said cameras being mounted in said vehicle but outside said passenger compartment ; (b) first sensor means of sensing an intrusion condition and second sensor means for sensing striking of the vehicle from outside ; (c) controller means for receiving signals from said first sensor means indicative of an intrusion and , responsive thereto , activating one of said cameras and further wherein when said controller means receives signals from said second sensor means indicative of a striking of said vehicle , responsive thereto , said controller means activates all of said plurality of cameras ; (d) said controller means receiving program signals from said cameras ; (e) first transmitter means for transmitting wireless alarm signals to a remote first receiver responsive to said controller means receiving said program signals ; (f) second transmitter means for concurrently transmitting further wireless program signals to a remote second receiver , said wireless program signals corresponding to said program signals and ; (g) recorder means for recording said program signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device (security device) , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5027104A CLAIM 1 . An improved security device (shipment conveyance device) , mounted in a vehicle having a passenger compartment and comprising : (a) a plurality of cameras , at least one of said cameras being mounted in said vehicle but outside said passenger compartment ; (b) first sensor means of sensing an intrusion condition and second sensor means for sensing striking of the vehicle from outside ; (c) controller means for receiving signals from said first sensor means indicative of an intrusion and , responsive thereto , activating one of said cameras and further wherein when said controller means receives signals from said second sensor means indicative of a striking of said vehicle , responsive thereto , said controller means activates all of said plurality of cameras ; (d) said controller means receiving program signals from said cameras ; (e) first transmitter means for transmitting wireless alarm signals to a remote first receiver responsive to said controller means receiving said program signals ; (f) second transmitter means for concurrently transmitting further wireless program signals to a remote second receiver , said wireless program signals corresponding to said program signals and ; (g) recorder means for recording said program signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (second sensor) . |
US5027104A CLAIM 1 . An improved security device , mounted in a vehicle having a passenger compartment and comprising : (a) a plurality of cameras , at least one of said cameras being mounted in said vehicle but outside said passenger compartment ; (b) first sensor means of sensing an intrusion condition and second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) means for sensing striking of the vehicle from outside ; (c) controller means for receiving signals from said first sensor means indicative of an intrusion and , responsive thereto , activating one of said cameras and further wherein when said controller means receives signals from said second sensor means indicative of a striking of said vehicle , responsive thereto , said controller means activates all of said plurality of cameras ; (d) said controller means receiving program signals from said cameras ; (e) first transmitter means for transmitting wireless alarm signals to a remote first receiver responsive to said controller means receiving said program signals ; (f) second transmitter means for concurrently transmitting further wireless program signals to a remote second receiver , said wireless program signals corresponding to said program signals and ; (g) recorder means for recording said program signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 15 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of a deviation from a pre-determined shipment or transportation route associated with a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device (security device) . |
US5027104A CLAIM 1 . An improved security device (shipment conveyance device) , mounted in a vehicle having a passenger compartment and comprising : (a) a plurality of cameras , at least one of said cameras being mounted in said vehicle but outside said passenger compartment ; (b) first sensor means of sensing an intrusion condition and second sensor means for sensing striking of the vehicle from outside ; (c) controller means for receiving signals from said first sensor means indicative of an intrusion and , responsive thereto , activating one of said cameras and further wherein when said controller means receives signals from said second sensor means indicative of a striking of said vehicle , responsive thereto , said controller means activates all of said plurality of cameras ; (d) said controller means receiving program signals from said cameras ; (e) first transmitter means for transmitting wireless alarm signals to a remote first receiver responsive to said controller means receiving said program signals ; (f) second transmitter means for concurrently transmitting further wireless program signals to a remote second receiver , said wireless program signals corresponding to said program signals and ; (g) recorder means for recording said program signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 16 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of an unauthorized carrier or a wrong carrier shipping or transporting the shipment conveyance device (security device) or a detection of an unauthorized receiver of the shipment conveyance device or a wrong receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5027104A CLAIM 1 . An improved security device (shipment conveyance device) , mounted in a vehicle having a passenger compartment and comprising : (a) a plurality of cameras , at least one of said cameras being mounted in said vehicle but outside said passenger compartment ; (b) first sensor means of sensing an intrusion condition and second sensor means for sensing striking of the vehicle from outside ; (c) controller means for receiving signals from said first sensor means indicative of an intrusion and , responsive thereto , activating one of said cameras and further wherein when said controller means receives signals from said second sensor means indicative of a striking of said vehicle , responsive thereto , said controller means activates all of said plurality of cameras ; (d) said controller means receiving program signals from said cameras ; (e) first transmitter means for transmitting wireless alarm signals to a remote first receiver responsive to said controller means receiving said program signals ; (f) second transmitter means for concurrently transmitting further wireless program signals to a remote second receiver , said wireless program signals corresponding to said program signals and ; (g) recorder means for recording said program signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device (security device) , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5027104A CLAIM 1 . An improved security device (shipment conveyance device) , mounted in a vehicle having a passenger compartment and comprising : (a) a plurality of cameras , at least one of said cameras being mounted in said vehicle but outside said passenger compartment ; (b) first sensor means of sensing an intrusion condition and second sensor means for sensing striking of the vehicle from outside ; (c) controller means for receiving signals from said first sensor means indicative of an intrusion and , responsive thereto , activating one of said cameras and further wherein when said controller means receives signals from said second sensor means indicative of a striking of said vehicle , responsive thereto , said controller means activates all of said plurality of cameras ; (d) said controller means receiving program signals from said cameras ; (e) first transmitter means for transmitting wireless alarm signals to a remote first receiver responsive to said controller means receiving said program signals ; (f) second transmitter means for concurrently transmitting further wireless program signals to a remote second receiver , said wireless program signals corresponding to said program signals and ; (g) recorder means for recording said program signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 18 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise to an insurance claim regarding the shipment conveyance device (security device) , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
US5027104A CLAIM 1 . An improved security device (shipment conveyance device) , mounted in a vehicle having a passenger compartment and comprising : (a) a plurality of cameras , at least one of said cameras being mounted in said vehicle but outside said passenger compartment ; (b) first sensor means of sensing an intrusion condition and second sensor means for sensing striking of the vehicle from outside ; (c) controller means for receiving signals from said first sensor means indicative of an intrusion and , responsive thereto , activating one of said cameras and further wherein when said controller means receives signals from said second sensor means indicative of a striking of said vehicle , responsive thereto , said controller means activates all of said plurality of cameras ; (d) said controller means receiving program signals from said cameras ; (e) first transmitter means for transmitting wireless alarm signals to a remote first receiver responsive to said controller means receiving said program signals ; (f) second transmitter means for concurrently transmitting further wireless program signals to a remote second receiver , said wireless program signals corresponding to said program signals and ; (g) recorder means for recording said program signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 21 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device (security device) . |
US5027104A CLAIM 1 . An improved security device (shipment conveyance device) , mounted in a vehicle having a passenger compartment and comprising : (a) a plurality of cameras , at least one of said cameras being mounted in said vehicle but outside said passenger compartment ; (b) first sensor means of sensing an intrusion condition and second sensor means for sensing striking of the vehicle from outside ; (c) controller means for receiving signals from said first sensor means indicative of an intrusion and , responsive thereto , activating one of said cameras and further wherein when said controller means receives signals from said second sensor means indicative of a striking of said vehicle , responsive thereto , said controller means activates all of said plurality of cameras ; (d) said controller means receiving program signals from said cameras ; (e) first transmitter means for transmitting wireless alarm signals to a remote first receiver responsive to said controller means receiving said program signals ; (f) second transmitter means for concurrently transmitting further wireless program signals to a remote second receiver , said wireless program signals corresponding to said program signals and ; (g) recorder means for recording said program signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device (security device) , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5027104A CLAIM 1 . An improved security device (shipment conveyance device) , mounted in a vehicle having a passenger compartment and comprising : (a) a plurality of cameras , at least one of said cameras being mounted in said vehicle but outside said passenger compartment ; (b) first sensor means of sensing an intrusion condition and second sensor means for sensing striking of the vehicle from outside ; (c) controller means for receiving signals from said first sensor means indicative of an intrusion and , responsive thereto , activating one of said cameras and further wherein when said controller means receives signals from said second sensor means indicative of a striking of said vehicle , responsive thereto , said controller means activates all of said plurality of cameras ; (d) said controller means receiving program signals from said cameras ; (e) first transmitter means for transmitting wireless alarm signals to a remote first receiver responsive to said controller means receiving said program signals ; (f) second transmitter means for concurrently transmitting further wireless program signals to a remote second receiver , said wireless program signals corresponding to said program signals and ; (g) recorder means for recording said program signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (second sensor) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5027104A CLAIM 1 . An improved security device , mounted in a vehicle having a passenger compartment and comprising : (a) a plurality of cameras , at least one of said cameras being mounted in said vehicle but outside said passenger compartment ; (b) first sensor means of sensing an intrusion condition and second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) means for sensing striking of the vehicle from outside ; (c) controller means for receiving signals from said first sensor means indicative of an intrusion and , responsive thereto , activating one of said cameras and further wherein when said controller means receives signals from said second sensor means indicative of a striking of said vehicle , responsive thereto , said controller means activates all of said plurality of cameras ; (d) said controller means receiving program signals from said cameras ; (e) first transmitter means for transmitting wireless alarm signals to a remote first receiver responsive to said controller means receiving said program signals ; (f) second transmitter means for concurrently transmitting further wireless program signals to a remote second receiver , said wireless program signals corresponding to said program signals and ; (g) recorder means for recording said program signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (second sensor) . |
US5027104A CLAIM 1 . An improved security device , mounted in a vehicle having a passenger compartment and comprising : (a) a plurality of cameras , at least one of said cameras being mounted in said vehicle but outside said passenger compartment ; (b) first sensor means of sensing an intrusion condition and second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) means for sensing striking of the vehicle from outside ; (c) controller means for receiving signals from said first sensor means indicative of an intrusion and , responsive thereto , activating one of said cameras and further wherein when said controller means receives signals from said second sensor means indicative of a striking of said vehicle , responsive thereto , said controller means activates all of said plurality of cameras ; (d) said controller means receiving program signals from said cameras ; (e) first transmitter means for transmitting wireless alarm signals to a remote first receiver responsive to said controller means receiving said program signals ; (f) second transmitter means for concurrently transmitting further wireless program signals to a remote second receiver , said wireless program signals corresponding to said program signals and ; (g) recorder means for recording said program signals . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US4959713A Filed: 1989-10-10 Issued: 1990-09-25 Home automation system (Original Assignee) Panasonic Corp (Current Assignee) Panasonic Corp Noriaki Morotomi, Yasumasa Endo, Yoshinori Emura, Nobuyoshi Asaka, Hideki Inoue |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (TV signal) , destination information , receiver information (radio transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US4959713A CLAIM 3 . A home automation system according to claim 1 wherein when the interface unit of the entrance unit detects a visitor at the entrance , it modulates the signals from the TV camera and voice collection circuit with the TV modulator and sends the modulated signal to the home bus together with a visitor detection signal ; and when the interface unit of the TV receiver block receives the visitor detection signal , the tuner of the monitor television is automatically switched to receive the modulated TV signal (shipper information) output from the TV modulator in the entrance unit . US4959713A CLAIM 12 . A remote control device according to claim 10 , wherein the communication means is comprised of a microphone and a radio transmitter (receiver information) for transmitting an audio signal , a radio receiver for receiving an audio signal , and a speaker for projecting the received audio signal . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (TV signal) , destination information , receiver information (radio transmitter) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US4959713A CLAIM 3 . A home automation system according to claim 1 wherein when the interface unit of the entrance unit detects a visitor at the entrance , it modulates the signals from the TV camera and voice collection circuit with the TV modulator and sends the modulated signal to the home bus together with a visitor detection signal ; and when the interface unit of the TV receiver block receives the visitor detection signal , the tuner of the monitor television is automatically switched to receive the modulated TV signal (shipper information) output from the TV modulator in the entrance unit . US4959713A CLAIM 12 . A remote control device according to claim 10 , wherein the communication means is comprised of a microphone and a radio transmitter (receiver information) for transmitting an audio signal , a radio receiver for receiving an audio signal , and a speaker for projecting the received audio signal . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information (TV signal) regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (radio transmitter) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US4959713A CLAIM 3 . A home automation system according to claim 1 wherein when the interface unit of the entrance unit detects a visitor at the entrance , it modulates the signals from the TV camera and voice collection circuit with the TV modulator and sends the modulated signal to the home bus together with a visitor detection signal ; and when the interface unit of the TV receiver block receives the visitor detection signal , the tuner of the monitor television is automatically switched to receive the modulated TV signal (shipper information) output from the TV modulator in the entrance unit . US4959713A CLAIM 12 . A remote control device according to claim 10 , wherein the communication means is comprised of a microphone and a radio transmitter (receiver information) for transmitting an audio signal , a radio receiver for receiving an audio signal , and a speaker for projecting the received audio signal . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (interface unit) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US4959713A CLAIM 1 . A home automation system which reproduces on a television receiver in a TV receiver block inside the residence the voices from a voice collection circuit and the video images from a telephone camera provided in an entrance unit , and which comprises the entrance unit and the TV receiver block being connected with the entrance unit via a home bus laid throughout the residence in this system , said entrance unit including a TV modulator which modulates the video signal from a TV camera and the audio signal from a voice collection circuit , an audio signal receiver which receives the audio signal transmitted over the home bus , a speaker to project the output signal from the audio signal receiver , an interface unit (inputting information) which communicates with other components in the system over the home bus to control said components , and a detection circuit which detects visitors ; and said television receiver block including a TV set with an external control terminal , an interface unit which is connected to the TV set and controls the TV set and communications between the TV set and other components via the home bus , a voice collection circuit , and an audio transmissions circuit which sends the output signal from the voice collection circuit over the home bus . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (interface unit) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US4959713A CLAIM 1 . A home automation system which reproduces on a television receiver in a TV receiver block inside the residence the voices from a voice collection circuit and the video images from a telephone camera provided in an entrance unit , and which comprises the entrance unit and the TV receiver block being connected with the entrance unit via a home bus laid throughout the residence in this system , said entrance unit including a TV modulator which modulates the video signal from a TV camera and the audio signal from a voice collection circuit , an audio signal receiver which receives the audio signal transmitted over the home bus , a speaker to project the output signal from the audio signal receiver , an interface unit (inputting information) which communicates with other components in the system over the home bus to control said components , and a detection circuit which detects visitors ; and said television receiver block including a TV set with an external control terminal , an interface unit which is connected to the TV set and controls the TV set and communications between the TV set and other components via the home bus , a voice collection circuit , and an audio transmissions circuit which sends the output signal from the voice collection circuit over the home bus . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5025253A Filed: 1989-10-03 Issued: 1991-06-18 System and method for remotely monitoring the connect/disconnect status of a multiple part vehicle (Original Assignee) Secura Corp (Current Assignee) Qualcomm Inc Joseph V. DiLullo, Stephan C. Schifter, Michael Negin, Kenneth W. Paist |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (remote location, power source) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (remote location, power source) , packing slip information , delivery time information (counter means) , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (monitoring system) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5025253A CLAIM 1 . Status monitoring apparatus for a vehicle having a first part and at least one second part comprising : (a) tag means for placement on the second part of the vehicle , the tag providing a unique ID code ; (b) processing means for placement on the first part of the vehicle for detecting the presence of a valid ID code from the tag means and or providing a status indication that the second part has been connected to the first part when a valid ID code is detected and that the second part has been disconnected from the first part when a valid ID code has not been detected ; and , (c) transmitting means for placement on the first part of the vehicle for transmitting at least the status indication to a remote location (destination information, invoice information) . US5025253A CLAIM 14 . Status monitoring system (processor processes information) for a vehicle of the type comprising a tractor and a detachable trailer , the tractor having a power source (destination information, invoice information) coupled to a power bus with a power cable that is connectable to the trailer to energize a power bus of the trailer , the system comprising : a) a tag on the trailer for electronically impressing an ID code onto a medium when the trailer' ; s power bus is energized , the ID code uniquely identifying the trailer ; b) an interface unit (IFU) on the tractor for detecting the presence of a valid ID code on the medium and for providing a status indication that a trailer is connected to the tractor when a valid ID code is detected and that no trailer is connected to the tractor when a valid ID code is not detected ; and , c) a transmitter for receiving the status indication from the IFU and transmitting at least the status indication at periodic intervals to a receiving station . US5025253A CLAIM 20 . System according to claim 14 wherein the tag comprises : a) nonvolatile memory means for storing the ID code : b) counter means (delivery time information) for repeatedly and cyclically addressing sequential locations of the memory means and reading out data stored therein ; and , c) means for impressing the data read out from the memory and for impressing the data onto the medium . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (monitoring system) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5025253A CLAIM 14 . Status monitoring system (processor processes information) for a vehicle of the type comprising a tractor and a detachable trailer , the tractor having a power source coupled to a power bus with a power cable that is connectable to the trailer to energize a power bus of the trailer , the system comprising : a) a tag on the trailer for electronically impressing an ID code onto a medium when the trailer' ; s power bus is energized , the ID code uniquely identifying the trailer ; b) an interface unit (IFU) on the tractor for detecting the presence of a valid ID code on the medium and for providing a status indication that a trailer is connected to the tractor when a valid ID code is detected and that no trailer is connected to the tractor when a valid ID code is not detected ; and , c) a transmitter for receiving the status indication from the IFU and transmitting at least the status indication at periodic intervals to a receiving station . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (remote location, power source) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (remote location, power source) , packing slip information , delivery time information (counter means) , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5025253A CLAIM 1 . Status monitoring apparatus for a vehicle having a first part and at least one second part comprising : (a) tag means for placement on the second part of the vehicle , the tag providing a unique ID code ; (b) processing means for placement on the first part of the vehicle for detecting the presence of a valid ID code from the tag means and or providing a status indication that the second part has been connected to the first part when a valid ID code is detected and that the second part has been disconnected from the first part when a valid ID code has not been detected ; and , (c) transmitting means for placement on the first part of the vehicle for transmitting at least the status indication to a remote location (destination information, invoice information) . US5025253A CLAIM 14 . Status monitoring system for a vehicle of the type comprising a tractor and a detachable trailer , the tractor having a power source (destination information, invoice information) coupled to a power bus with a power cable that is connectable to the trailer to energize a power bus of the trailer , the system comprising : a) a tag on the trailer for electronically impressing an ID code onto a medium when the trailer' ; s power bus is energized , the ID code uniquely identifying the trailer ; b) an interface unit (IFU) on the tractor for detecting the presence of a valid ID code on the medium and for providing a status indication that a trailer is connected to the tractor when a valid ID code is detected and that no trailer is connected to the tractor when a valid ID code is not detected ; and , c) a transmitter for receiving the status indication from the IFU and transmitting at least the status indication at periodic intervals to a receiving station . US5025253A CLAIM 20 . System according to claim 14 wherein the tag comprises : a) nonvolatile memory means for storing the ID code : b) counter means (delivery time information) for repeatedly and cyclically addressing sequential locations of the memory means and reading out data stored therein ; and , c) means for impressing the data read out from the memory and for impressing the data onto the medium . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (remote location, power source) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (remote location, power source) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information (counter means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication (one second) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5025253A CLAIM 1 . Status monitoring apparatus for a vehicle having a first part and at least one second (second communication, second communication device) part comprising : (a) tag means for placement on the second part of the vehicle , the tag providing a unique ID code ; (b) processing means for placement on the first part of the vehicle for detecting the presence of a valid ID code from the tag means and or providing a status indication that the second part has been connected to the first part when a valid ID code is detected and that the second part has been disconnected from the first part when a valid ID code has not been detected ; and , (c) transmitting means for placement on the first part of the vehicle for transmitting at least the status indication to a remote location (destination information, invoice information) . US5025253A CLAIM 14 . Status monitoring system for a vehicle of the type comprising a tractor and a detachable trailer , the tractor having a power source (destination information, invoice information) coupled to a power bus with a power cable that is connectable to the trailer to energize a power bus of the trailer , the system comprising : a) a tag on the trailer for electronically impressing an ID code onto a medium when the trailer' ; s power bus is energized , the ID code uniquely identifying the trailer ; b) an interface unit (IFU) on the tractor for detecting the presence of a valid ID code on the medium and for providing a status indication that a trailer is connected to the tractor when a valid ID code is detected and that no trailer is connected to the tractor when a valid ID code is not detected ; and , c) a transmitter for receiving the status indication from the IFU and transmitting at least the status indication at periodic intervals to a receiving station . US5025253A CLAIM 20 . System according to claim 14 wherein the tag comprises : a) nonvolatile memory means for storing the ID code : b) counter means (delivery time information) for repeatedly and cyclically addressing sequential locations of the memory means and reading out data stored therein ; and , c) means for impressing the data read out from the memory and for impressing the data onto the medium . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (interface unit) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5025253A CLAIM 14 . Status monitoring system for a vehicle of the type comprising a tractor and a detachable trailer , the tractor having a power source coupled to a power bus with a power cable that is connectable to the trailer to energize a power bus of the trailer , the system comprising : a) a tag on the trailer for electronically impressing an ID code onto a medium when the trailer' ; s power bus is energized , the ID code uniquely identifying the trailer ; b) an interface unit (inputting information) (IFU) on the tractor for detecting the presence of a valid ID code on the medium and for providing a status indication that a trailer is connected to the tractor when a valid ID code is detected and that no trailer is connected to the tractor when a valid ID code is not detected ; and , c) a transmitter for receiving the status indication from the IFU and transmitting at least the status indication at periodic intervals to a receiving station . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (monitoring system) regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5025253A CLAIM 14 . Status monitoring system (processor processes information) for a vehicle of the type comprising a tractor and a detachable trailer , the tractor having a power source coupled to a power bus with a power cable that is connectable to the trailer to energize a power bus of the trailer , the system comprising : a) a tag on the trailer for electronically impressing an ID code onto a medium when the trailer' ; s power bus is energized , the ID code uniquely identifying the trailer ; b) an interface unit (IFU) on the tractor for detecting the presence of a valid ID code on the medium and for providing a status indication that a trailer is connected to the tractor when a valid ID code is detected and that no trailer is connected to the tractor when a valid ID code is not detected ; and , c) a transmitter for receiving the status indication from the IFU and transmitting at least the status indication at periodic intervals to a receiving station . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (interface unit) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5025253A CLAIM 14 . Status monitoring system for a vehicle of the type comprising a tractor and a detachable trailer , the tractor having a power source coupled to a power bus with a power cable that is connectable to the trailer to energize a power bus of the trailer , the system comprising : a) a tag on the trailer for electronically impressing an ID code onto a medium when the trailer' ; s power bus is energized , the ID code uniquely identifying the trailer ; b) an interface unit (inputting information) (IFU) on the tractor for detecting the presence of a valid ID code on the medium and for providing a status indication that a trailer is connected to the tractor when a valid ID code is detected and that no trailer is connected to the tractor when a valid ID code is not detected ; and , c) a transmitter for receiving the status indication from the IFU and transmitting at least the status indication at periodic intervals to a receiving station . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5084828A Filed: 1989-09-29 Issued: 1992-01-28 Interactive medication delivery system (Original Assignee) HealthTech Services Corp (Current Assignee) HealthTech Services Corp Stephen B. Kaufman, Aleandro DiGianfilippo, Tamara L. Sager |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information (external output) regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5084828A CLAIM 14 . A medication delivery device comprising a housing , first storage means for storing at leas tone dose of a medication within the housing away from access by the user , second storage means separate from the first storage means for storing at least one dose of a medication within the housing away from access by the user , first delivery means associated with the first storage mans for selectively delivering a medication dose from the first storage means to the user , second delivery means associated with the second storage means for selectively delivering a medication dose from the second storage means to the user , internal memory means for storing a prescribed schedule for administering medication , external input means for receiving and interpreting information indicative of selected one or more health parameters of the user , first control means for actuating the first delivery means in response to the prescribed schedule stored in the internal memory means and not in response to the receipt of information by the external input means , second control means for actuating the second delivery means in response to the receipt and interpretation of health parameter information by the external input means and further including external output (apparatus stores information) means for prompting preselected information from the user , wherein the external input means includes testing means for the user to measure a preselected physical parameter and response input means for receiving and interpreting responses made by the user to the prompting of the external output means , and wherein the second control means is operative for correlating the measurement by the testing means with the responses received by the response input means and for generating a control signal to actuate the second delivery means only when a predetermined correlation exists . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (timing means) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
US5084828A CLAIM 10 . A medication delivery device according to claim 2 wherein said second control means includes timing means (delivery message) for preventing a second actuation of the second delivery means , despite the receipt of a medication delivery command , when the time period between a first and second actuation is less than a prescribed period . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (timing means) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
US5084828A CLAIM 10 . A medication delivery device according to claim 2 wherein said second control means includes timing means (delivery message) for preventing a second actuation of the second delivery means , despite the receipt of a medication delivery command , when the time period between a first and second actuation is less than a prescribed period . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US4988992A Filed: 1989-07-27 Issued: 1991-01-29 System for establishing a code and controlling operation of equipment (Original Assignee) Chamberlain Group Inc (Current Assignee) Chamberlain Group Inc Carl T. Heitschel, Paul W. Reich |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device (security device) , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (said receiver) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (frequency signals) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US4988992A CLAIM 1 . A system for establishing codes and controlling operation of at least two pieces of equipment , such as a garage door operating mechanism and a security device (shipment conveyance device) , by transmitting radio frequency signals (receiver information) carrying said codes , said system comprising : a first transceiver ; a second transceiver substantially identical to said first transceiver , each said transceiver comprising : means for randomly generating codes , means for receiving a radio frequency signal carrying a code , memory means having a first location for storage of a first code and a second location for storage of a second code , means for selecting one of said locations for storage of a code , means for selecting whether the code is to be stored in the selected location is a code from said means for randomly generating codes or is a code from said means for receiving , the last-mentioned means for selecting including means for disabling said means for randomly generating codes in response to reception of a radio frequency signal carrying a code , and means for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the first code and for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the second code , said system further comprising : a first receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to one of said pieces of equipment which is a garage door operating mechanism ; and a second receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to the other of said pieces of equipment , each said receiver (sender information) comprising : means for receiving radio frequency signals transmitted by said transceivers , memory means storing the code of only one memory location of said first transceiver , the memory means of the other receiver storing the code of the other memory location of said first transceiver , means for comparing a code carried by a radio frequency signal with the code stored in the last-mentioned memory means , and means responsive to the means for comparing to cause actuation of the corresponding piece of equipment whereby the codes of the memory locations of the transceivers can be identical with either transceiver establishing the codes , either transceiver can actuate either piece of equipment , and in the event of loss of the first transceiver , the second transceiver can be used to program into the memory locations of a third transceiver the codes randomly generated by the first transceiver so that there is no need to change the codes stored in the memories of the receivers . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device (security device) , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US4988992A CLAIM 1 . A system for establishing codes and controlling operation of at least two pieces of equipment , such as a garage door operating mechanism and a security device (shipment conveyance device) , by transmitting radio frequency signals carrying said codes , said system comprising : a first transceiver ; a second transceiver substantially identical to said first transceiver , each said transceiver comprising : means for randomly generating codes , means for receiving a radio frequency signal carrying a code , memory means having a first location for storage of a first code and a second location for storage of a second code , means for selecting one of said locations for storage of a code , means for selecting whether the code is to be stored in the selected location is a code from said means for randomly generating codes or is a code from said means for receiving , the last-mentioned means for selecting including means for disabling said means for randomly generating codes in response to reception of a radio frequency signal carrying a code , and means for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the first code and for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the second code , said system further comprising : a first receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to one of said pieces of equipment which is a garage door operating mechanism ; and a second receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to the other of said pieces of equipment , each said receiver comprising : means for receiving radio frequency signals transmitted by said transceivers , memory means storing the code of only one memory location of said first transceiver , the memory means of the other receiver storing the code of the other memory location of said first transceiver , means for comparing a code carried by a radio frequency signal with the code stored in the last-mentioned memory means , and means responsive to the means for comparing to cause actuation of the corresponding piece of equipment whereby the codes of the memory locations of the transceivers can be identical with either transceiver establishing the codes , either transceiver can actuate either piece of equipment , and in the event of loss of the first transceiver , the second transceiver can be used to program into the memory locations of a third transceiver the codes randomly generated by the first transceiver so that there is no need to change the codes stored in the memories of the receivers . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device (security device) , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (said receiver) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (frequency signals) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US4988992A CLAIM 1 . A system for establishing codes and controlling operation of at least two pieces of equipment , such as a garage door operating mechanism and a security device (shipment conveyance device) , by transmitting radio frequency signals (receiver information) carrying said codes , said system comprising : a first transceiver ; a second transceiver substantially identical to said first transceiver , each said transceiver comprising : means for randomly generating codes , means for receiving a radio frequency signal carrying a code , memory means having a first location for storage of a first code and a second location for storage of a second code , means for selecting one of said locations for storage of a code , means for selecting whether the code is to be stored in the selected location is a code from said means for randomly generating codes or is a code from said means for receiving , the last-mentioned means for selecting including means for disabling said means for randomly generating codes in response to reception of a radio frequency signal carrying a code , and means for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the first code and for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the second code , said system further comprising : a first receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to one of said pieces of equipment which is a garage door operating mechanism ; and a second receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to the other of said pieces of equipment , each said receiver (sender information) comprising : means for receiving radio frequency signals transmitted by said transceivers , memory means storing the code of only one memory location of said first transceiver , the memory means of the other receiver storing the code of the other memory location of said first transceiver , means for comparing a code carried by a radio frequency signal with the code stored in the last-mentioned memory means , and means responsive to the means for comparing to cause actuation of the corresponding piece of equipment whereby the codes of the memory locations of the transceivers can be identical with either transceiver establishing the codes , either transceiver can actuate either piece of equipment , and in the event of loss of the first transceiver , the second transceiver can be used to program into the memory locations of a third transceiver the codes randomly generated by the first transceiver so that there is no need to change the codes stored in the memories of the receivers . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device (security device) , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (said receiver) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (frequency signals) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US4988992A CLAIM 1 . A system for establishing codes and controlling operation of at least two pieces of equipment , such as a garage door operating mechanism and a security device (shipment conveyance device) , by transmitting radio frequency signals (receiver information) carrying said codes , said system comprising : a first transceiver ; a second transceiver substantially identical to said first transceiver , each said transceiver comprising : means for randomly generating codes , means for receiving a radio frequency signal carrying a code , memory means having a first location for storage of a first code and a second location for storage of a second code , means for selecting one of said locations for storage of a code , means for selecting whether the code is to be stored in the selected location is a code from said means for randomly generating codes or is a code from said means for receiving , the last-mentioned means for selecting including means for disabling said means for randomly generating codes in response to reception of a radio frequency signal carrying a code , and means for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the first code and for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the second code , said system further comprising : a first receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to one of said pieces of equipment which is a garage door operating mechanism ; and a second receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to the other of said pieces of equipment , each said receiver (sender information) comprising : means for receiving radio frequency signals transmitted by said transceivers , memory means storing the code of only one memory location of said first transceiver , the memory means of the other receiver storing the code of the other memory location of said first transceiver , means for comparing a code carried by a radio frequency signal with the code stored in the last-mentioned memory means , and means responsive to the means for comparing to cause actuation of the corresponding piece of equipment whereby the codes of the memory locations of the transceivers can be identical with either transceiver establishing the codes , either transceiver can actuate either piece of equipment , and in the event of loss of the first transceiver , the second transceiver can be used to program into the memory locations of a third transceiver the codes randomly generated by the first transceiver so that there is no need to change the codes stored in the memories of the receivers . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 6 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (security device) or the apparatus is a shipping container . |
US4988992A CLAIM 1 . A system for establishing codes and controlling operation of at least two pieces of equipment , such as a garage door operating mechanism and a security device (shipment conveyance device) , by transmitting radio frequency signals carrying said codes , said system comprising : a first transceiver ; a second transceiver substantially identical to said first transceiver , each said transceiver comprising : means for randomly generating codes , means for receiving a radio frequency signal carrying a code , memory means having a first location for storage of a first code and a second location for storage of a second code , means for selecting one of said locations for storage of a code , means for selecting whether the code is to be stored in the selected location is a code from said means for randomly generating codes or is a code from said means for receiving , the last-mentioned means for selecting including means for disabling said means for randomly generating codes in response to reception of a radio frequency signal carrying a code , and means for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the first code and for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the second code , said system further comprising : a first receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to one of said pieces of equipment which is a garage door operating mechanism ; and a second receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to the other of said pieces of equipment , each said receiver comprising : means for receiving radio frequency signals transmitted by said transceivers , memory means storing the code of only one memory location of said first transceiver , the memory means of the other receiver storing the code of the other memory location of said first transceiver , means for comparing a code carried by a radio frequency signal with the code stored in the last-mentioned memory means , and means responsive to the means for comparing to cause actuation of the corresponding piece of equipment whereby the codes of the memory locations of the transceivers can be identical with either transceiver establishing the codes , either transceiver can actuate either piece of equipment , and in the event of loss of the first transceiver , the second transceiver can be used to program into the memory locations of a third transceiver the codes randomly generated by the first transceiver so that there is no need to change the codes stored in the memories of the receivers . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 7 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (security device) or the apparatus is a pallet . |
US4988992A CLAIM 1 . A system for establishing codes and controlling operation of at least two pieces of equipment , such as a garage door operating mechanism and a security device (shipment conveyance device) , by transmitting radio frequency signals carrying said codes , said system comprising : a first transceiver ; a second transceiver substantially identical to said first transceiver , each said transceiver comprising : means for randomly generating codes , means for receiving a radio frequency signal carrying a code , memory means having a first location for storage of a first code and a second location for storage of a second code , means for selecting one of said locations for storage of a code , means for selecting whether the code is to be stored in the selected location is a code from said means for randomly generating codes or is a code from said means for receiving , the last-mentioned means for selecting including means for disabling said means for randomly generating codes in response to reception of a radio frequency signal carrying a code , and means for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the first code and for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the second code , said system further comprising : a first receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to one of said pieces of equipment which is a garage door operating mechanism ; and a second receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to the other of said pieces of equipment , each said receiver comprising : means for receiving radio frequency signals transmitted by said transceivers , memory means storing the code of only one memory location of said first transceiver , the memory means of the other receiver storing the code of the other memory location of said first transceiver , means for comparing a code carried by a radio frequency signal with the code stored in the last-mentioned memory means , and means responsive to the means for comparing to cause actuation of the corresponding piece of equipment whereby the codes of the memory locations of the transceivers can be identical with either transceiver establishing the codes , either transceiver can actuate either piece of equipment , and in the event of loss of the first transceiver , the second transceiver can be used to program into the memory locations of a third transceiver the codes randomly generated by the first transceiver so that there is no need to change the codes stored in the memories of the receivers . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 8 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (security device) or the apparatus is a piece of luggage . |
US4988992A CLAIM 1 . A system for establishing codes and controlling operation of at least two pieces of equipment , such as a garage door operating mechanism and a security device (shipment conveyance device) , by transmitting radio frequency signals carrying said codes , said system comprising : a first transceiver ; a second transceiver substantially identical to said first transceiver , each said transceiver comprising : means for randomly generating codes , means for receiving a radio frequency signal carrying a code , memory means having a first location for storage of a first code and a second location for storage of a second code , means for selecting one of said locations for storage of a code , means for selecting whether the code is to be stored in the selected location is a code from said means for randomly generating codes or is a code from said means for receiving , the last-mentioned means for selecting including means for disabling said means for randomly generating codes in response to reception of a radio frequency signal carrying a code , and means for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the first code and for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the second code , said system further comprising : a first receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to one of said pieces of equipment which is a garage door operating mechanism ; and a second receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to the other of said pieces of equipment , each said receiver comprising : means for receiving radio frequency signals transmitted by said transceivers , memory means storing the code of only one memory location of said first transceiver , the memory means of the other receiver storing the code of the other memory location of said first transceiver , means for comparing a code carried by a radio frequency signal with the code stored in the last-mentioned memory means , and means responsive to the means for comparing to cause actuation of the corresponding piece of equipment whereby the codes of the memory locations of the transceivers can be identical with either transceiver establishing the codes , either transceiver can actuate either piece of equipment , and in the event of loss of the first transceiver , the second transceiver can be used to program into the memory locations of a third transceiver the codes randomly generated by the first transceiver so that there is no need to change the codes stored in the memories of the receivers . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 9 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a display , wherein the display is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device (security device) , wherein the display displays or provides information regarding the shipment conveyance device or information regarding a shipment or transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US4988992A CLAIM 1 . A system for establishing codes and controlling operation of at least two pieces of equipment , such as a garage door operating mechanism and a security device (shipment conveyance device) , by transmitting radio frequency signals carrying said codes , said system comprising : a first transceiver ; a second transceiver substantially identical to said first transceiver , each said transceiver comprising : means for randomly generating codes , means for receiving a radio frequency signal carrying a code , memory means having a first location for storage of a first code and a second location for storage of a second code , means for selecting one of said locations for storage of a code , means for selecting whether the code is to be stored in the selected location is a code from said means for randomly generating codes or is a code from said means for receiving , the last-mentioned means for selecting including means for disabling said means for randomly generating codes in response to reception of a radio frequency signal carrying a code , and means for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the first code and for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the second code , said system further comprising : a first receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to one of said pieces of equipment which is a garage door operating mechanism ; and a second receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to the other of said pieces of equipment , each said receiver comprising : means for receiving radio frequency signals transmitted by said transceivers , memory means storing the code of only one memory location of said first transceiver , the memory means of the other receiver storing the code of the other memory location of said first transceiver , means for comparing a code carried by a radio frequency signal with the code stored in the last-mentioned memory means , and means responsive to the means for comparing to cause actuation of the corresponding piece of equipment whereby the codes of the memory locations of the transceivers can be identical with either transceiver establishing the codes , either transceiver can actuate either piece of equipment , and in the event of loss of the first transceiver , the second transceiver can be used to program into the memory locations of a third transceiver the codes randomly generated by the first transceiver so that there is no need to change the codes stored in the memories of the receivers . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 10 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a receiver , wherein the receiver receives the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device (security device) . |
US4988992A CLAIM 1 . A system for establishing codes and controlling operation of at least two pieces of equipment , such as a garage door operating mechanism and a security device (shipment conveyance device) , by transmitting radio frequency signals carrying said codes , said system comprising : a first transceiver ; a second transceiver substantially identical to said first transceiver , each said transceiver comprising : means for randomly generating codes , means for receiving a radio frequency signal carrying a code , memory means having a first location for storage of a first code and a second location for storage of a second code , means for selecting one of said locations for storage of a code , means for selecting whether the code is to be stored in the selected location is a code from said means for randomly generating codes or is a code from said means for receiving , the last-mentioned means for selecting including means for disabling said means for randomly generating codes in response to reception of a radio frequency signal carrying a code , and means for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the first code and for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the second code , said system further comprising : a first receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to one of said pieces of equipment which is a garage door operating mechanism ; and a second receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to the other of said pieces of equipment , each said receiver comprising : means for receiving radio frequency signals transmitted by said transceivers , memory means storing the code of only one memory location of said first transceiver , the memory means of the other receiver storing the code of the other memory location of said first transceiver , means for comparing a code carried by a radio frequency signal with the code stored in the last-mentioned memory means , and means responsive to the means for comparing to cause actuation of the corresponding piece of equipment whereby the codes of the memory locations of the transceivers can be identical with either transceiver establishing the codes , either transceiver can actuate either piece of equipment , and in the event of loss of the first transceiver , the second transceiver can be used to program into the memory locations of a third transceiver the codes randomly generated by the first transceiver so that there is no need to change the codes stored in the memories of the receivers . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 11 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding a stop made by a carrier of the shipment conveyance device (security device) or information regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the message contains information regarding an unusual stopping period regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US4988992A CLAIM 1 . A system for establishing codes and controlling operation of at least two pieces of equipment , such as a garage door operating mechanism and a security device (shipment conveyance device) , by transmitting radio frequency signals carrying said codes , said system comprising : a first transceiver ; a second transceiver substantially identical to said first transceiver , each said transceiver comprising : means for randomly generating codes , means for receiving a radio frequency signal carrying a code , memory means having a first location for storage of a first code and a second location for storage of a second code , means for selecting one of said locations for storage of a code , means for selecting whether the code is to be stored in the selected location is a code from said means for randomly generating codes or is a code from said means for receiving , the last-mentioned means for selecting including means for disabling said means for randomly generating codes in response to reception of a radio frequency signal carrying a code , and means for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the first code and for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the second code , said system further comprising : a first receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to one of said pieces of equipment which is a garage door operating mechanism ; and a second receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to the other of said pieces of equipment , each said receiver comprising : means for receiving radio frequency signals transmitted by said transceivers , memory means storing the code of only one memory location of said first transceiver , the memory means of the other receiver storing the code of the other memory location of said first transceiver , means for comparing a code carried by a radio frequency signal with the code stored in the last-mentioned memory means , and means responsive to the means for comparing to cause actuation of the corresponding piece of equipment whereby the codes of the memory locations of the transceivers can be identical with either transceiver establishing the codes , either transceiver can actuate either piece of equipment , and in the event of loss of the first transceiver , the second transceiver can be used to program into the memory locations of a third transceiver the codes randomly generated by the first transceiver so that there is no need to change the codes stored in the memories of the receivers . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device (security device) , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US4988992A CLAIM 1 . A system for establishing codes and controlling operation of at least two pieces of equipment , such as a garage door operating mechanism and a security device (shipment conveyance device) , by transmitting radio frequency signals carrying said codes , said system comprising : a first transceiver ; a second transceiver substantially identical to said first transceiver , each said transceiver comprising : means for randomly generating codes , means for receiving a radio frequency signal carrying a code , memory means having a first location for storage of a first code and a second location for storage of a second code , means for selecting one of said locations for storage of a code , means for selecting whether the code is to be stored in the selected location is a code from said means for randomly generating codes or is a code from said means for receiving , the last-mentioned means for selecting including means for disabling said means for randomly generating codes in response to reception of a radio frequency signal carrying a code , and means for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the first code and for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the second code , said system further comprising : a first receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to one of said pieces of equipment which is a garage door operating mechanism ; and a second receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to the other of said pieces of equipment , each said receiver comprising : means for receiving radio frequency signals transmitted by said transceivers , memory means storing the code of only one memory location of said first transceiver , the memory means of the other receiver storing the code of the other memory location of said first transceiver , means for comparing a code carried by a radio frequency signal with the code stored in the last-mentioned memory means , and means responsive to the means for comparing to cause actuation of the corresponding piece of equipment whereby the codes of the memory locations of the transceivers can be identical with either transceiver establishing the codes , either transceiver can actuate either piece of equipment , and in the event of loss of the first transceiver , the second transceiver can be used to program into the memory locations of a third transceiver the codes randomly generated by the first transceiver so that there is no need to change the codes stored in the memories of the receivers . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 15 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of a deviation from a pre-determined shipment or transportation route associated with a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device (security device) . |
US4988992A CLAIM 1 . A system for establishing codes and controlling operation of at least two pieces of equipment , such as a garage door operating mechanism and a security device (shipment conveyance device) , by transmitting radio frequency signals carrying said codes , said system comprising : a first transceiver ; a second transceiver substantially identical to said first transceiver , each said transceiver comprising : means for randomly generating codes , means for receiving a radio frequency signal carrying a code , memory means having a first location for storage of a first code and a second location for storage of a second code , means for selecting one of said locations for storage of a code , means for selecting whether the code is to be stored in the selected location is a code from said means for randomly generating codes or is a code from said means for receiving , the last-mentioned means for selecting including means for disabling said means for randomly generating codes in response to reception of a radio frequency signal carrying a code , and means for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the first code and for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the second code , said system further comprising : a first receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to one of said pieces of equipment which is a garage door operating mechanism ; and a second receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to the other of said pieces of equipment , each said receiver comprising : means for receiving radio frequency signals transmitted by said transceivers , memory means storing the code of only one memory location of said first transceiver , the memory means of the other receiver storing the code of the other memory location of said first transceiver , means for comparing a code carried by a radio frequency signal with the code stored in the last-mentioned memory means , and means responsive to the means for comparing to cause actuation of the corresponding piece of equipment whereby the codes of the memory locations of the transceivers can be identical with either transceiver establishing the codes , either transceiver can actuate either piece of equipment , and in the event of loss of the first transceiver , the second transceiver can be used to program into the memory locations of a third transceiver the codes randomly generated by the first transceiver so that there is no need to change the codes stored in the memories of the receivers . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 16 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of an unauthorized carrier or a wrong carrier shipping or transporting the shipment conveyance device (security device) or a detection of an unauthorized receiver of the shipment conveyance device or a wrong receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US4988992A CLAIM 1 . A system for establishing codes and controlling operation of at least two pieces of equipment , such as a garage door operating mechanism and a security device (shipment conveyance device) , by transmitting radio frequency signals carrying said codes , said system comprising : a first transceiver ; a second transceiver substantially identical to said first transceiver , each said transceiver comprising : means for randomly generating codes , means for receiving a radio frequency signal carrying a code , memory means having a first location for storage of a first code and a second location for storage of a second code , means for selecting one of said locations for storage of a code , means for selecting whether the code is to be stored in the selected location is a code from said means for randomly generating codes or is a code from said means for receiving , the last-mentioned means for selecting including means for disabling said means for randomly generating codes in response to reception of a radio frequency signal carrying a code , and means for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the first code and for transmitting a radio frequency signal carrying the second code , said system further comprising : a first receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to one of said pieces of equipment which is a garage door operating mechanism ; and a second receiver for positioning remote from said transceivers and for connection to the other of said pieces of equipment , each said receiver comprising : means for receiving radio frequency signals transmitted by said transceivers , memory means storing the code of only one memory location of said first transceiver , the memory means of the other receiver storing the code of the other memory location of said first transceiver , means for comparing a code carried by a radio frequency signal with the code stored in the last-mentioned memory means , and means responsive to the means for comparing to cause actuation of the corresponding piece of equipment whereby the codes of the memory locations of the transceivers can be identical with either transceiver establishing the codes , either transceiver can actuate either piece of equipment , and in the event of loss of the first transceiver , the second transceiver can be used to program into the memory locations of a third transceiver the codes randomly generated by the first transceiver so that there is no need to change the codes stored in the memories of the receivers . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5003317A Filed: 1989-07-11 Issued: 1991-03-26 Stolen vehicle recovery system (Original Assignee) METS Inc (Current Assignee) METS Inc 10585 N MERIDIAN STREET INDIANAPOLIS IN A CORP OF INDIANA ; METS Inc Donald R. Gray, Robert L. Gendler |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information (received signal) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (time variation) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5003317A CLAIM 1 . A stolen vehicle recovery system for enabling prompt monitoring of unauthorized use of a vehicle , said system comprising a vehicle transceiver means disposed on said vehicle , said vehicle transceiver means comprising means for transmitting a pulsed signal of length T1 seconds every T2 seconds , said transmitted pulsed signal being modulated by a data stream comprising a unique identity code associated with said vehicle , said vehicle transceiver means further comprising owner verification means , said owner verification means comprising authorization sensor means , for providing a sensor input signal from a user of said vehicle ; deactivation means for providing an authorization signal in response to a predetermined sensor input signal ; means for automatically initiating transmission of said pulsed signal by said transmitting means when said authorization signal is not provided by said deactivation means within a predetermined authorization interval ; scanning receiver means for receiving said transmitted pulsed signal and decoding said received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) for providing a decoded signal ; control processor means for receiving said decoded signal for providing a control signal in response thereto ; direction finding receiver means comprising remotely located direction finding receiver means spaced apart in a pattern for enabling triangulation detection of a dynamic position of said vehicle in a detection area from said transmitted pulsed signal , said direction finding receiver means comprising means for measuring the bearing , signal strength and time variation (transportation temperature) of said bearing associated with said detected vehicle identity code for providing said measured data to said control processor means , said control processor means comprising means for verifying said identity code and providing a vehicle positional information signal comprising said measured bearing and signal strength data ; and means disposed at a central station and linked to said control processor means for producing a displayable digitized street or terrain map of said detection area with said detected vehicle position being dynamically displayed thereon in a digitized map presentation , said digitized map presentation being updateable as said vehicle positional information varies , said control processor means further comprising means for interrogating said direction finding receiver means and verifying said vehicle identity code until said alarm condition is removed . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information (received signal) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5003317A CLAIM 1 . A stolen vehicle recovery system for enabling prompt monitoring of unauthorized use of a vehicle , said system comprising a vehicle transceiver means disposed on said vehicle , said vehicle transceiver means comprising means for transmitting a pulsed signal of length T1 seconds every T2 seconds , said transmitted pulsed signal being modulated by a data stream comprising a unique identity code associated with said vehicle , said vehicle transceiver means further comprising owner verification means , said owner verification means comprising authorization sensor means , for providing a sensor input signal from a user of said vehicle ; deactivation means for providing an authorization signal in response to a predetermined sensor input signal ; means for automatically initiating transmission of said pulsed signal by said transmitting means when said authorization signal is not provided by said deactivation means within a predetermined authorization interval ; scanning receiver means for receiving said transmitted pulsed signal and decoding said received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) for providing a decoded signal ; control processor means for receiving said decoded signal for providing a control signal in response thereto ; direction finding receiver means comprising remotely located direction finding receiver means spaced apart in a pattern for enabling triangulation detection of a dynamic position of said vehicle in a detection area from said transmitted pulsed signal , said direction finding receiver means comprising means for measuring the bearing , signal strength and time variation of said bearing associated with said detected vehicle identity code for providing said measured data to said control processor means , said control processor means comprising means for verifying said identity code and providing a vehicle positional information signal comprising said measured bearing and signal strength data ; and means disposed at a central station and linked to said control processor means for producing a displayable digitized street or terrain map of said detection area with said detected vehicle position being dynamically displayed thereon in a digitized map presentation , said digitized map presentation being updateable as said vehicle positional information varies , said control processor means further comprising means for interrogating said direction finding receiver means and verifying said vehicle identity code until said alarm condition is removed . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information (received signal) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information (dynamic position) , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (time variation) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5003317A CLAIM 1 . A stolen vehicle recovery system for enabling prompt monitoring of unauthorized use of a vehicle , said system comprising a vehicle transceiver means disposed on said vehicle , said vehicle transceiver means comprising means for transmitting a pulsed signal of length T1 seconds every T2 seconds , said transmitted pulsed signal being modulated by a data stream comprising a unique identity code associated with said vehicle , said vehicle transceiver means further comprising owner verification means , said owner verification means comprising authorization sensor means , for providing a sensor input signal from a user of said vehicle ; deactivation means for providing an authorization signal in response to a predetermined sensor input signal ; means for automatically initiating transmission of said pulsed signal by said transmitting means when said authorization signal is not provided by said deactivation means within a predetermined authorization interval ; scanning receiver means for receiving said transmitted pulsed signal and decoding said received signal (instruction information, delivery instruction information, handling instruction information) for providing a decoded signal ; control processor means for receiving said decoded signal for providing a control signal in response thereto ; direction finding receiver means comprising remotely located direction finding receiver means spaced apart in a pattern for enabling triangulation detection of a dynamic position (map information) of said vehicle in a detection area from said transmitted pulsed signal , said direction finding receiver means comprising means for measuring the bearing , signal strength and time variation (transportation temperature) of said bearing associated with said detected vehicle identity code for providing said measured data to said control processor means , said control processor means comprising means for verifying said identity code and providing a vehicle positional information signal comprising said measured bearing and signal strength data ; and means disposed at a central station and linked to said control processor means for producing a displayable digitized street or terrain map of said detection area with said detected vehicle position being dynamically displayed thereon in a digitized map presentation , said digitized map presentation being updateable as said vehicle positional information varies , said control processor means further comprising means for interrogating said direction finding receiver means and verifying said vehicle identity code until said alarm condition is removed . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (time variation) , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5003317A CLAIM 1 . A stolen vehicle recovery system for enabling prompt monitoring of unauthorized use of a vehicle , said system comprising a vehicle transceiver means disposed on said vehicle , said vehicle transceiver means comprising means for transmitting a pulsed signal of length T1 seconds every T2 seconds , said transmitted pulsed signal being modulated by a data stream comprising a unique identity code associated with said vehicle , said vehicle transceiver means further comprising owner verification means , said owner verification means comprising authorization sensor means , for providing a sensor input signal from a user of said vehicle ; deactivation means for providing an authorization signal in response to a predetermined sensor input signal ; means for automatically initiating transmission of said pulsed signal by said transmitting means when said authorization signal is not provided by said deactivation means within a predetermined authorization interval ; scanning receiver means for receiving said transmitted pulsed signal and decoding said received signal for providing a decoded signal ; control processor means for receiving said decoded signal for providing a control signal in response thereto ; direction finding receiver means comprising remotely located direction finding receiver means spaced apart in a pattern for enabling triangulation detection of a dynamic position of said vehicle in a detection area from said transmitted pulsed signal , said direction finding receiver means comprising means for measuring the bearing , signal strength and time variation (transportation temperature) of said bearing associated with said detected vehicle identity code for providing said measured data to said control processor means , said control processor means comprising means for verifying said identity code and providing a vehicle positional information signal comprising said measured bearing and signal strength data ; and means disposed at a central station and linked to said control processor means for producing a displayable digitized street or terrain map of said detection area with said detected vehicle position being dynamically displayed thereon in a digitized map presentation , said digitized map presentation being updateable as said vehicle positional information varies , said control processor means further comprising means for interrogating said direction finding receiver means and verifying said vehicle identity code until said alarm condition is removed . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (command signal) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5003317A CLAIM 16 . A stolen vehicle recovery system in accordance with claim 1 wherein said vehicle transceiver means further comprises means responsive to a remote command signal (input device) for remotely activating or deactivating said transmitting means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (time variation) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5003317A CLAIM 1 . A stolen vehicle recovery system for enabling prompt monitoring of unauthorized use of a vehicle , said system comprising a vehicle transceiver means disposed on said vehicle , said vehicle transceiver means comprising means for transmitting a pulsed signal of length T1 seconds every T2 seconds , said transmitted pulsed signal being modulated by a data stream comprising a unique identity code associated with said vehicle , said vehicle transceiver means further comprising owner verification means , said owner verification means comprising authorization sensor means , for providing a sensor input signal from a user of said vehicle ; deactivation means for providing an authorization signal in response to a predetermined sensor input signal ; means for automatically initiating transmission of said pulsed signal by said transmitting means when said authorization signal is not provided by said deactivation means within a predetermined authorization interval ; scanning receiver means for receiving said transmitted pulsed signal and decoding said received signal for providing a decoded signal ; control processor means for receiving said decoded signal for providing a control signal in response thereto ; direction finding receiver means comprising remotely located direction finding receiver means spaced apart in a pattern for enabling triangulation detection of a dynamic position of said vehicle in a detection area from said transmitted pulsed signal , said direction finding receiver means comprising means for measuring the bearing , signal strength and time variation (transportation temperature) of said bearing associated with said detected vehicle identity code for providing said measured data to said control processor means , said control processor means comprising means for verifying said identity code and providing a vehicle positional information signal comprising said measured bearing and signal strength data ; and means disposed at a central station and linked to said control processor means for producing a displayable digitized street or terrain map of said detection area with said detected vehicle position being dynamically displayed thereon in a digitized map presentation , said digitized map presentation being updateable as said vehicle positional information varies , said control processor means further comprising means for interrogating said direction finding receiver means and verifying said vehicle identity code until said alarm condition is removed . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (time variation) , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5003317A CLAIM 1 . A stolen vehicle recovery system for enabling prompt monitoring of unauthorized use of a vehicle , said system comprising a vehicle transceiver means disposed on said vehicle , said vehicle transceiver means comprising means for transmitting a pulsed signal of length T1 seconds every T2 seconds , said transmitted pulsed signal being modulated by a data stream comprising a unique identity code associated with said vehicle , said vehicle transceiver means further comprising owner verification means , said owner verification means comprising authorization sensor means , for providing a sensor input signal from a user of said vehicle ; deactivation means for providing an authorization signal in response to a predetermined sensor input signal ; means for automatically initiating transmission of said pulsed signal by said transmitting means when said authorization signal is not provided by said deactivation means within a predetermined authorization interval ; scanning receiver means for receiving said transmitted pulsed signal and decoding said received signal for providing a decoded signal ; control processor means for receiving said decoded signal for providing a control signal in response thereto ; direction finding receiver means comprising remotely located direction finding receiver means spaced apart in a pattern for enabling triangulation detection of a dynamic position of said vehicle in a detection area from said transmitted pulsed signal , said direction finding receiver means comprising means for measuring the bearing , signal strength and time variation (transportation temperature) of said bearing associated with said detected vehicle identity code for providing said measured data to said control processor means , said control processor means comprising means for verifying said identity code and providing a vehicle positional information signal comprising said measured bearing and signal strength data ; and means disposed at a central station and linked to said control processor means for producing a displayable digitized street or terrain map of said detection area with said detected vehicle position being dynamically displayed thereon in a digitized map presentation , said digitized map presentation being updateable as said vehicle positional information varies , said control processor means further comprising means for interrogating said direction finding receiver means and verifying said vehicle identity code until said alarm condition is removed . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (command signal) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5003317A CLAIM 16 . A stolen vehicle recovery system in accordance with claim 1 wherein said vehicle transceiver means further comprises means responsive to a remote command signal (input device) for remotely activating or deactivating said transmitting means . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5057932A Filed: 1989-05-05 Issued: 1991-10-15 Audio/video transceiver apparatus including compression means, random access storage means, and microwave transceiver means (Original Assignee) Explore Tech Inc (Current Assignee) Burst com Inc ; Explore Tech Inc Richard A. Lang |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information (transceiver apparatus) regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5057932A CLAIM 1 . An audio/video transceiver apparatus (message containing information) comprising : input means (destination information, inputting information) for receiving audio/video source information , said audio/video source information comprising a multiplicity of video frames in the form of one or more full motion video programs ; compression means , coupled to said input means , for compressing said audio/video source information into a time compressed representation thereof having an associated time period that is shorter than a time period associated with a real time representation of said audio/video source information ; random access storage means , coupled to said compression means , for storing the time compressed representation of said audio/video source information ; and output means , coupled to said random access storage means , for receiving the time compressed audio/video source information stored in said random access storage means for transmission away from said audio/video transceiver apparatus ; said input and output means comprising microwave transceiver means , coupled to a microwave link , for receiving said audio/video source information over said microwave link and for transmitting said time compressed audio/video source information stored inn said random access storage means over said microwave link . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5057932A CLAIM 1 . An audio/video transceiver apparatus comprising : input means (destination information, inputting information) for receiving audio/video source information , said audio/video source information comprising a multiplicity of video frames in the form of one or more full motion video programs ; compression means , coupled to said input means , for compressing said audio/video source information into a time compressed representation thereof having an associated time period that is shorter than a time period associated with a real time representation of said audio/video source information ; random access storage means , coupled to said compression means , for storing the time compressed representation of said audio/video source information ; and output means , coupled to said random access storage means , for receiving the time compressed audio/video source information stored in said random access storage means for transmission away from said audio/video transceiver apparatus ; said input and output means comprising microwave transceiver means , coupled to a microwave link , for receiving said audio/video source information over said microwave link and for transmitting said time compressed audio/video source information stored inn said random access storage means over said microwave link . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (input means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5057932A CLAIM 1 . An audio/video transceiver apparatus comprising : input means (destination information, inputting information) for receiving audio/video source information , said audio/video source information comprising a multiplicity of video frames in the form of one or more full motion video programs ; compression means , coupled to said input means , for compressing said audio/video source information into a time compressed representation thereof having an associated time period that is shorter than a time period associated with a real time representation of said audio/video source information ; random access storage means , coupled to said compression means , for storing the time compressed representation of said audio/video source information ; and output means , coupled to said random access storage means , for receiving the time compressed audio/video source information stored in said random access storage means for transmission away from said audio/video transceiver apparatus ; said input and output means comprising microwave transceiver means , coupled to a microwave link , for receiving said audio/video source information over said microwave link and for transmitting said time compressed audio/video source information stored inn said random access storage means over said microwave link . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (said time) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
US5057932A CLAIM 1 . An audio/video transceiver apparatus comprising : input means for receiving audio/video source information , said audio/video source information comprising a multiplicity of video frames in the form of one or more full motion video programs ; compression means , coupled to said input means , for compressing said audio/video source information into a time compressed representation thereof having an associated time period that is shorter than a time period associated with a real time representation of said audio/video source information ; random access storage means , coupled to said compression means , for storing the time compressed representation of said audio/video source information ; and output means , coupled to said random access storage means , for receiving the time compressed audio/video source information stored in said random access storage means for transmission away from said audio/video transceiver apparatus ; said input and output means comprising microwave transceiver means , coupled to a microwave link , for receiving said audio/video source information over said microwave link and for transmitting said time (delivery message) compressed audio/video source information stored inn said random access storage means over said microwave link . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5057932A CLAIM 1 . An audio/video transceiver apparatus comprising : input means (destination information, inputting information) for receiving audio/video source information , said audio/video source information comprising a multiplicity of video frames in the form of one or more full motion video programs ; compression means , coupled to said input means , for compressing said audio/video source information into a time compressed representation thereof having an associated time period that is shorter than a time period associated with a real time representation of said audio/video source information ; random access storage means , coupled to said compression means , for storing the time compressed representation of said audio/video source information ; and output means , coupled to said random access storage means , for receiving the time compressed audio/video source information stored in said random access storage means for transmission away from said audio/video transceiver apparatus ; said input and output means comprising microwave transceiver means , coupled to a microwave link , for receiving said audio/video source information over said microwave link and for transmitting said time compressed audio/video source information stored inn said random access storage means over said microwave link . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (said time) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
US5057932A CLAIM 1 . An audio/video transceiver apparatus comprising : input means for receiving audio/video source information , said audio/video source information comprising a multiplicity of video frames in the form of one or more full motion video programs ; compression means , coupled to said input means , for compressing said audio/video source information into a time compressed representation thereof having an associated time period that is shorter than a time period associated with a real time representation of said audio/video source information ; random access storage means , coupled to said compression means , for storing the time compressed representation of said audio/video source information ; and output means , coupled to said random access storage means , for receiving the time compressed audio/video source information stored in said random access storage means for transmission away from said audio/video transceiver apparatus ; said input and output means comprising microwave transceiver means , coupled to a microwave link , for receiving said audio/video source information over said microwave link and for transmitting said time (delivery message) compressed audio/video source information stored inn said random access storage means over said microwave link . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5057932A CLAIM 1 . An audio/video transceiver apparatus comprising : input means (destination information, inputting information) for receiving audio/video source information , said audio/video source information comprising a multiplicity of video frames in the form of one or more full motion video programs ; compression means , coupled to said input means , for compressing said audio/video source information into a time compressed representation thereof having an associated time period that is shorter than a time period associated with a real time representation of said audio/video source information ; random access storage means , coupled to said compression means , for storing the time compressed representation of said audio/video source information ; and output means , coupled to said random access storage means , for receiving the time compressed audio/video source information stored in said random access storage means for transmission away from said audio/video transceiver apparatus ; said input and output means comprising microwave transceiver means , coupled to a microwave link , for receiving said audio/video source information over said microwave link and for transmitting said time compressed audio/video source information stored inn said random access storage means over said microwave link . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US5002491A Filed: 1989-04-28 Issued: 1991-03-26 Electronic classroom system enabling interactive self-paced learning (Original Assignee) COMTEK (Current Assignee) BETTER EDUCATION Inc A. Louis Abrahamson, Frederick F. Hantline, Milton G. Fabert, Michael J. Robson, Robert J. Knapp |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (inputting information, input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (electromagnetic wave) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US5002491A CLAIM 1 . An interactive electronic classroom system , comprising : a central computer , including a central processor , a monitor , and associated peripheral hardware , for running individual classroom programs , including programs which accept sequences of input associated with student tasks to which students provide responses , said central computer storing said programs and said responses and providing analyses of said responses , under control of the teacher , via said programs for display on said monitor ; a plurality of student terminals , each including a microprocessor , input means (inputting information, destination information) for inputting information (inputting information, destination information) , and a display , for receiving said student tasks from said central computer , for executing said student tasks by students to provide said responses , for transmitting said responses to said central computer , and for providing feedback to the students ; network means for transmitting data between said central computer and said plurality of student terminals , said data including said student tasks and said responses ; a communication protocol , associated with said central computer , said network means , and said plurality of student terminals , for transmitting said data between said central computer and said plurality of student terminals , for downloading of ones of said student tasks from said central computer to said plurality of student terminals , and for transmitting said responses from said plurality of student terminals to said central computer ; activation means , associated with said central computer , said plurality of student terminals , said network means , said communication protocol , and said individual classroom programs , for allowing the teacher to initiate and terminate said student tasks on said interactive electronic classroom system , such that each of said plurality of student terminals provides said responses to said student tasks at a pace that is under the control of the teacher , with said responses being transmitted to and monitored by said central computer ; viewing and analyzing means for viewing and analyzing said responses ; and electronic display means for displaying information , by the teacher to the students . US5002491A CLAIM 43 . A system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said network means includes means for transmitting said data by electromagnetic wave (transportation temperature) s . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (inputting information, input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US5002491A CLAIM 1 . An interactive electronic classroom system , comprising : a central computer , including a central processor , a monitor , and associated peripheral hardware , for running individual classroom programs , including programs which accept sequences of input associated with student tasks to which students provide responses , said central computer storing said programs and said responses and providing analyses of said responses , under control of the teacher , via said programs for display on said monitor ; a plurality of student terminals , each including a microprocessor , input means (inputting information, destination information) for inputting information (inputting information, destination information) , and a display , for receiving said student tasks from said central computer , for executing said student tasks by students to provide said responses , for transmitting said responses to said central computer , and for providing feedback to the students ; network means for transmitting data between said central computer and said plurality of student terminals , said data including said student tasks and said responses ; a communication protocol , associated with said central computer , said network means , and said plurality of student terminals , for transmitting said data between said central computer and said plurality of student terminals , for downloading of ones of said student tasks from said central computer to said plurality of student terminals , and for transmitting said responses from said plurality of student terminals to said central computer ; activation means , associated with said central computer , said plurality of student terminals , said network means , said communication protocol , and said individual classroom programs , for allowing the teacher to initiate and terminate said student tasks on said interactive electronic classroom system , such that each of said plurality of student terminals provides said responses to said student tasks at a pace that is under the control of the teacher , with said responses being transmitted to and monitored by said central computer ; viewing and analyzing means for viewing and analyzing said responses ; and electronic display means for displaying information , by the teacher to the students . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (inputting information, input means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (electromagnetic wave) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US5002491A CLAIM 1 . An interactive electronic classroom system , comprising : a central computer , including a central processor , a monitor , and associated peripheral hardware , for running individual classroom programs , including programs which accept sequences of input associated with student tasks to which students provide responses , said central computer storing said programs and said responses and providing analyses of said responses , under control of the teacher , via said programs for display on said monitor ; a plurality of student terminals , each including a microprocessor , input means (inputting information, destination information) for inputting information (inputting information, destination information) , and a display , for receiving said student tasks from said central computer , for executing said student tasks by students to provide said responses , for transmitting said responses to said central computer , and for providing feedback to the students ; network means for transmitting data between said central computer and said plurality of student terminals , said data including said student tasks and said responses ; a communication protocol , associated with said central computer , said network means , and said plurality of student terminals , for transmitting said data between said central computer and said plurality of student terminals , for downloading of ones of said student tasks from said central computer to said plurality of student terminals , and for transmitting said responses from said plurality of student terminals to said central computer ; activation means , associated with said central computer , said plurality of student terminals , said network means , said communication protocol , and said individual classroom programs , for allowing the teacher to initiate and terminate said student tasks on said interactive electronic classroom system , such that each of said plurality of student terminals provides said responses to said student tasks at a pace that is under the control of the teacher , with said responses being transmitted to and monitored by said central computer ; viewing and analyzing means for viewing and analyzing said responses ; and electronic display means for displaying information , by the teacher to the students . US5002491A CLAIM 43 . A system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said network means includes means for transmitting said data by electromagnetic wave (transportation temperature) s . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (electromagnetic wave) , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5002491A CLAIM 43 . A system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said network means includes means for transmitting said data by electromagnetic wave (transportation temperature) s . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (said time) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
US5002491A CLAIM 33 . A system as claimed in claim 3 , wherein said activation means further comprises means for changing said time (delivery message) duration . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (inputting information, input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US5002491A CLAIM 1 . An interactive electronic classroom system , comprising : a central computer , including a central processor , a monitor , and associated peripheral hardware , for running individual classroom programs , including programs which accept sequences of input associated with student tasks to which students provide responses , said central computer storing said programs and said responses and providing analyses of said responses , under control of the teacher , via said programs for display on said monitor ; a plurality of student terminals , each including a microprocessor , input means (inputting information, destination information) for inputting information (inputting information, destination information) , and a display , for receiving said student tasks from said central computer , for executing said student tasks by students to provide said responses , for transmitting said responses to said central computer , and for providing feedback to the students ; network means for transmitting data between said central computer and said plurality of student terminals , said data including said student tasks and said responses ; a communication protocol , associated with said central computer , said network means , and said plurality of student terminals , for transmitting said data between said central computer and said plurality of student terminals , for downloading of ones of said student tasks from said central computer to said plurality of student terminals , and for transmitting said responses from said plurality of student terminals to said central computer ; activation means , associated with said central computer , said plurality of student terminals , said network means , said communication protocol , and said individual classroom programs , for allowing the teacher to initiate and terminate said student tasks on said interactive electronic classroom system , such that each of said plurality of student terminals provides said responses to said student tasks at a pace that is under the control of the teacher , with said responses being transmitted to and monitored by said central computer ; viewing and analyzing means for viewing and analyzing said responses ; and electronic display means for displaying information , by the teacher to the students . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (electromagnetic wave) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
US5002491A CLAIM 43 . A system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said network means includes means for transmitting said data by electromagnetic wave (transportation temperature) s . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (electromagnetic wave) , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US5002491A CLAIM 43 . A system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said network means includes means for transmitting said data by electromagnetic wave (transportation temperature) s . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (said time) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
US5002491A CLAIM 33 . A system as claimed in claim 3 , wherein said activation means further comprises means for changing said time (delivery message) duration . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (inputting information, input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US5002491A CLAIM 1 . An interactive electronic classroom system , comprising : a central computer , including a central processor , a monitor , and associated peripheral hardware , for running individual classroom programs , including programs which accept sequences of input associated with student tasks to which students provide responses , said central computer storing said programs and said responses and providing analyses of said responses , under control of the teacher , via said programs for display on said monitor ; a plurality of student terminals , each including a microprocessor , input means (inputting information, destination information) for inputting information (inputting information, destination information) , and a display , for receiving said student tasks from said central computer , for executing said student tasks by students to provide said responses , for transmitting said responses to said central computer , and for providing feedback to the students ; network means for transmitting data between said central computer and said plurality of student terminals , said data including said student tasks and said responses ; a communication protocol , associated with said central computer , said network means , and said plurality of student terminals , for transmitting said data between said central computer and said plurality of student terminals , for downloading of ones of said student tasks from said central computer to said plurality of student terminals , and for transmitting said responses from said plurality of student terminals to said central computer ; activation means , associated with said central computer , said plurality of student terminals , said network means , said communication protocol , and said individual classroom programs , for allowing the teacher to initiate and terminate said student tasks on said interactive electronic classroom system , such that each of said plurality of student terminals provides said responses to said student tasks at a pace that is under the control of the teacher , with said responses being transmitted to and monitored by said central computer ; viewing and analyzing means for viewing and analyzing said responses ; and electronic display means for displaying information , by the teacher to the students . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US4908629A Filed: 1988-12-05 Issued: 1990-03-13 Apparatus for locating and/or tracking stolen or missing vehicles and the like (Original Assignee) Lo Jack Corp (Current Assignee) Lojack Operating Co LP ; Lo Jack Corp Sheldon P. Apsell, Norval D. Stapelfeld |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (selected vehicle) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US4908629A CLAIM 1 . Transponder vehicle tracking apparatus having , in combination , direction-finding means for receiving activated vehicle transponder periodic radio reply signals carrying vehicle identification code information and for alphanumerically displaying the same ; means also responsive to the last-named means for simultaneously displaying both the bearing from which the transponder reply signals are received and the signal strength thereof ; means for locking onto and displaying only radio reply signals of a selected vehicle (invoice information) transponder ; means for requesting the transmission of a transponder command signal that commands an increased rate of transmission of the periodic transponder reply signals ; and means for displaying said code information and said signal strength at such increased rate to aid in homing-in on the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (selected vehicle) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US4908629A CLAIM 1 . Transponder vehicle tracking apparatus having , in combination , direction-finding means for receiving activated vehicle transponder periodic radio reply signals carrying vehicle identification code information and for alphanumerically displaying the same ; means also responsive to the last-named means for simultaneously displaying both the bearing from which the transponder reply signals are received and the signal strength thereof ; means for locking onto and displaying only radio reply signals of a selected vehicle (invoice information) transponder ; means for requesting the transmission of a transponder command signal that commands an increased rate of transmission of the periodic transponder reply signals ; and means for displaying said code information and said signal strength at such increased rate to aid in homing-in on the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (selected vehicle) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information (carrying vehicle) , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US4908629A CLAIM 1 . Transponder vehicle tracking apparatus having , in combination , direction-finding means for receiving activated vehicle transponder periodic radio reply signals carrying vehicle (map information) identification code information and for alphanumerically displaying the same ; means also responsive to the last-named means for simultaneously displaying both the bearing from which the transponder reply signals are received and the signal strength thereof ; means for locking onto and displaying only radio reply signals of a selected vehicle (invoice information) transponder ; means for requesting the transmission of a transponder command signal that commands an increased rate of transmission of the periodic transponder reply signals ; and means for displaying said code information and said signal strength at such increased rate to aid in homing-in on the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (command signal) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US4908629A CLAIM 1 . Transponder vehicle tracking apparatus having , in combination , direction-finding means for receiving activated vehicle transponder periodic radio reply signals carrying vehicle identification code information and for alphanumerically displaying the same ; means also responsive to the last-named means for simultaneously displaying both the bearing from which the transponder reply signals are received and the signal strength thereof ; means for locking onto and displaying only radio reply signals of a selected vehicle transponder ; means for requesting the transmission of a transponder command signal (input device) that commands an increased rate of transmission of the periodic transponder reply signals ; and means for displaying said code information and said signal strength at such increased rate to aid in homing-in on the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (command signal) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US4908629A CLAIM 1 . Transponder vehicle tracking apparatus having , in combination , direction-finding means for receiving activated vehicle transponder periodic radio reply signals carrying vehicle identification code information and for alphanumerically displaying the same ; means also responsive to the last-named means for simultaneously displaying both the bearing from which the transponder reply signals are received and the signal strength thereof ; means for locking onto and displaying only radio reply signals of a selected vehicle transponder ; means for requesting the transmission of a transponder command signal (input device) that commands an increased rate of transmission of the periodic transponder reply signals ; and means for displaying said code information and said signal strength at such increased rate to aid in homing-in on the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US4897642A Filed: 1988-10-14 Issued: 1990-01-30 Vehicle status monitor and management system employing satellite communication (Original Assignee) Secura Corp (Current Assignee) Qualcomm Inc Joseph V. DiLullo, Stephan C. Schifter, Michael Negin, Kenneth W. Paist |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information (counter means) , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (monitoring system) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US4897642A CLAIM 11 . Status monitoring system (processor processes information) for a vehicle of the type comprising a tractor and a detachable trailer , the tractor having a power bus with a power cable that is connectable to the trailer when the trailer is coupled to the tractor , the trailer having a power bus that is energized and electrically coupled to the tractor' ; s power bus when the power cable is connected thereto , the system comprising : (a) a tag on the trailer for electronically impressing an ID code on the trailer' ; s power bus when energized , the ID code uniquely identifying the trailer : (b) an interface unit (IFU) on the tractor for detecting the presence of a valid ID code on the tractor' ; s power bus and for providing a status indication that a trailer is connected to the tractor when a valid ID code is detected and that no trailer is connected to the tractor when a valid ID code is not detected ; (c) a mobile satellite transmitter (MST) for receiving the status indication from the IFU and transmitting the same at preselected intervals to an earth station via a space-based satellite . US4897642A CLAIM 15 . System according to claim 11 wherein the tag comprises : (a) nonvolatile memory means for storing the ID code ; (b) counter means (delivery time information) for repeatedly and cyclically addressing sequential locations of the memory means and reading out data stored therein ; (c) modem means for modulating the data read out from the memory ; (d) a buffer/transmitter means for impressing the modulated data on the trailer' ; s power bus . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (monitoring system) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US4897642A CLAIM 11 . Status monitoring system (processor processes information) for a vehicle of the type comprising a tractor and a detachable trailer , the tractor having a power bus with a power cable that is connectable to the trailer when the trailer is coupled to the tractor , the trailer having a power bus that is energized and electrically coupled to the tractor' ; s power bus when the power cable is connected thereto , the system comprising : (a) a tag on the trailer for electronically impressing an ID code on the trailer' ; s power bus when energized , the ID code uniquely identifying the trailer : (b) an interface unit (IFU) on the tractor for detecting the presence of a valid ID code on the tractor' ; s power bus and for providing a status indication that a trailer is connected to the tractor when a valid ID code is detected and that no trailer is connected to the tractor when a valid ID code is not detected ; (c) a mobile satellite transmitter (MST) for receiving the status indication from the IFU and transmitting the same at preselected intervals to an earth station via a space-based satellite . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information (counter means) , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US4897642A CLAIM 15 . System according to claim 11 wherein the tag comprises : (a) nonvolatile memory means for storing the ID code ; (b) counter means (delivery time information) for repeatedly and cyclically addressing sequential locations of the memory means and reading out data stored therein ; (c) modem means for modulating the data read out from the memory ; (d) a buffer/transmitter means for impressing the modulated data on the trailer' ; s power bus . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information (counter means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US4897642A CLAIM 15 . System according to claim 11 wherein the tag comprises : (a) nonvolatile memory means for storing the ID code ; (b) counter means (delivery time information) for repeatedly and cyclically addressing sequential locations of the memory means and reading out data stored therein ; (c) modem means for modulating the data read out from the memory ; (d) a buffer/transmitter means for impressing the modulated data on the trailer' ; s power bus . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (interface unit) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US4897642A CLAIM 1 . Status monitoring apparatus for a vehicle having at least first and second parts comprising : (a) a tag for placement on the second part of the vehicle , the tag providing signals containing a unique ID code when the second part of the vehicle is coupled to the first part of the vehicle ; and (b) an interface unit (inputting information) (IFU) for placement in the first part of the vehicle for detecting the presence of a valid ID code from the tag and for providing a status indication that the second part is connected when a valid ID code is detected and that the second part is disconnected when a valid ID code is not detected , the IFU having means for providing the status indication , and the ID code when a valid ID code has been detected , to a mobile satellite transmitter (MST) on the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (monitoring system) regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US4897642A CLAIM 11 . Status monitoring system (processor processes information) for a vehicle of the type comprising a tractor and a detachable trailer , the tractor having a power bus with a power cable that is connectable to the trailer when the trailer is coupled to the tractor , the trailer having a power bus that is energized and electrically coupled to the tractor' ; s power bus when the power cable is connected thereto , the system comprising : (a) a tag on the trailer for electronically impressing an ID code on the trailer' ; s power bus when energized , the ID code uniquely identifying the trailer : (b) an interface unit (IFU) on the tractor for detecting the presence of a valid ID code on the tractor' ; s power bus and for providing a status indication that a trailer is connected to the tractor when a valid ID code is detected and that no trailer is connected to the tractor when a valid ID code is not detected ; (c) a mobile satellite transmitter (MST) for receiving the status indication from the IFU and transmitting the same at preselected intervals to an earth station via a space-based satellite . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (interface unit) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US4897642A CLAIM 1 . Status monitoring apparatus for a vehicle having at least first and second parts comprising : (a) a tag for placement on the second part of the vehicle , the tag providing signals containing a unique ID code when the second part of the vehicle is coupled to the first part of the vehicle ; and (b) an interface unit (inputting information) (IFU) for placement in the first part of the vehicle for detecting the presence of a valid ID code from the tag and for providing a status indication that the second part is connected when a valid ID code is detected and that the second part is disconnected when a valid ID code is not detected , the IFU having means for providing the status indication , and the ID code when a valid ID code has been detected , to a mobile satellite transmitter (MST) on the vehicle . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US4785472A Filed: 1987-05-11 Issued: 1988-11-15 Remote teaching system (Original Assignee) Stevens Institute of Technology (Current Assignee) Stevens Institute of Technology Arthur Shapiro |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information (video signal input) , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (disk player) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US4785472A CLAIM 3 . The remote teaching system according to claim 2 in which the input/output channel of each digital computer includes a computer video-signal output port , each input/output channel being capable of generating a computer video signal at the computer video-signal output port for driving a video display monitor ; each student station further including : (a . 5) an electrically-controlled double-throw video-signal switch having a computer video-signal input port , a video-media-player video-signal input port , a display-monitor video-signal output port , and a switch-control-signal input port , the video-signal switch being adapted to connect the display-monitor video-signal output port to either the computer video-signal input port or the video-media-player video-signal input port in response to a video-signal-selection control signal applied to the switch-control-signal input port , the computer video-signal input port being connected to the computer video-signal output port of the digital computer , the video-media-player video signal input (delivery instruction information) port being connected to a video-signal output port of the video media player , the display-monitor video-signal output port being connected to a video-signal input port of the video display monitor , and the switch-control-signal input port being connected to the input/output channel of the digital computer ; and the teacher station further including : (b . 5) an electrically-controlled double-throw video-signal switch having a computer video-signal input port , a video-media-player video-signal input port , a display-monitor video-signal output port , and a switch-control-signal input port , the video-signal switch being adapted to connect the display-monitor video-signal output port to either the computer video-signal input port or the video-media-player video-signal input port in response to a video-signal-selection control signal applied to the switch-control-signal input port , the computer video-signal input port being connected to the computer video-signal output port of the digital computer , the video-media-player video signal input port being connected to a video-signal output port of the video media player , the display-monitor video-signal output port being connected to a video-signal input port of the video display monitor , and the switch-control-signal input port being connected to the input/output channel of the digital computer . US4785472A CLAIM 5 . The remote teaching system according to claim 3 in which the video media player of each station is a video disk player (processor processes information) . US4785472A CLAIM 8 . The remote teaching station according to claim 2 in which the teacher station further includes : (b . 5) graphics input means (destination information, inputting information) connected to the input/output channel of the digital computer of the video-media-player master control means of the teacher station for entering digitally encoded graphics images into the digital computer . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (disk player) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US4785472A CLAIM 5 . The remote teaching system according to claim 3 in which the video media player of each station is a video disk player (processor processes information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (input means) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information (video signal input) , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US4785472A CLAIM 3 . The remote teaching system according to claim 2 in which the input/output channel of each digital computer includes a computer video-signal output port , each input/output channel being capable of generating a computer video signal at the computer video-signal output port for driving a video display monitor ; each student station further including : (a . 5) an electrically-controlled double-throw video-signal switch having a computer video-signal input port , a video-media-player video-signal input port , a display-monitor video-signal output port , and a switch-control-signal input port , the video-signal switch being adapted to connect the display-monitor video-signal output port to either the computer video-signal input port or the video-media-player video-signal input port in response to a video-signal-selection control signal applied to the switch-control-signal input port , the computer video-signal input port being connected to the computer video-signal output port of the digital computer , the video-media-player video signal input (delivery instruction information) port being connected to a video-signal output port of the video media player , the display-monitor video-signal output port being connected to a video-signal input port of the video display monitor , and the switch-control-signal input port being connected to the input/output channel of the digital computer ; and the teacher station further including : (b . 5) an electrically-controlled double-throw video-signal switch having a computer video-signal input port , a video-media-player video-signal input port , a display-monitor video-signal output port , and a switch-control-signal input port , the video-signal switch being adapted to connect the display-monitor video-signal output port to either the computer video-signal input port or the video-media-player video-signal input port in response to a video-signal-selection control signal applied to the switch-control-signal input port , the computer video-signal input port being connected to the computer video-signal output port of the digital computer , the video-media-player video signal input port being connected to a video-signal output port of the video media player , the display-monitor video-signal output port being connected to a video-signal input port of the video display monitor , and the switch-control-signal input port being connected to the input/output channel of the digital computer . US4785472A CLAIM 8 . The remote teaching station according to claim 2 in which the teacher station further includes : (b . 5) graphics input means (destination information, inputting information) connected to the input/output channel of the digital computer of the video-media-player master control means of the teacher station for entering digitally encoded graphics images into the digital computer . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (input means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information (video signal input) regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement (executing programs) regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device (executing programs) associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US4785472A CLAIM 2 . The remote teaching system according to claim 1 in which each video-media-player control means comprises : (a . 4 . 1) a digital computer having random-access memory for storing data and programs , a central processing unit in communication with the random-access memory for executing programs (temperature requirement, second communication device) stored in the memory , a keyboard in communication with the random-access memory for entering data and programs into the memory , and an input/output channel , the input/output channel being connected to the start/stop-control-signal input port of the video media player ; and (a . 4 . 2) a modem connected to the input/output channel of the digital computer , the modem being connectable to the telephone system for receiving telephonic start/stop control signals over the telephone system and transmitting corresponding control signals to the input/output channel of the digital computer , the digital computer being capable of transmitting start/stop control signals from the input/output channel to the start/stop-control-signal input port of the video media player in response to the control signals from the modem ; and in which the video-media-player master control means comprises : (b . 4 . 1) a digital computer having random-access memory for storing data and programs , a central processing unit in communication with the random-access memory for executing programs stored in the memory , a keyboard in communication with the random-access memory for entering data and programs into the memory , and an input/output channel , the input/output channel being connected to the start/stop-control-signal input port of the video media player ; and (b . 4 . 2) a modem connected to the input/output channel of the digital computer , the modem being connectable to the telephone system for receiving start/stop control signals from the input/output channel of the digital computer and transmitting corresponding telephonic control signals over the telephone system . US4785472A CLAIM 3 . The remote teaching system according to claim 2 in which the input/output channel of each digital computer includes a computer video-signal output port , each input/output channel being capable of generating a computer video signal at the computer video-signal output port for driving a video display monitor ; each student station further including : (a . 5) an electrically-controlled double-throw video-signal switch having a computer video-signal input port , a video-media-player video-signal input port , a display-monitor video-signal output port , and a switch-control-signal input port , the video-signal switch being adapted to connect the display-monitor video-signal output port to either the computer video-signal input port or the video-media-player video-signal input port in response to a video-signal-selection control signal applied to the switch-control-signal input port , the computer video-signal input port being connected to the computer video-signal output port of the digital computer , the video-media-player video signal input (delivery instruction information) port being connected to a video-signal output port of the video media player , the display-monitor video-signal output port being connected to a video-signal input port of the video display monitor , and the switch-control-signal input port being connected to the input/output channel of the digital computer ; and the teacher station further including : (b . 5) an electrically-controlled double-throw video-signal switch having a computer video-signal input port , a video-media-player video-signal input port , a display-monitor video-signal output port , and a switch-control-signal input port , the video-signal switch being adapted to connect the display-monitor video-signal output port to either the computer video-signal input port or the video-media-player video-signal input port in response to a video-signal-selection control signal applied to the switch-control-signal input port , the computer video-signal input port being connected to the computer video-signal output port of the digital computer , the video-media-player video signal input port being connected to a video-signal output port of the video media player , the display-monitor video-signal output port being connected to a video-signal input port of the video display monitor , and the switch-control-signal input port being connected to the input/output channel of the digital computer . US4785472A CLAIM 8 . The remote teaching station according to claim 2 in which the teacher station further includes : (b . 5) graphics input means (destination information, inputting information) connected to the input/output channel of the digital computer of the video-media-player master control means of the teacher station for entering digitally encoded graphics images into the digital computer . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US4785472A CLAIM 8 . The remote teaching station according to claim 2 in which the teacher station further includes : (b . 5) graphics input means (destination information, inputting information) connected to the input/output channel of the digital computer of the video-media-player master control means of the teacher station for entering digitally encoded graphics images into the digital computer . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (disk player) regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US4785472A CLAIM 5 . The remote teaching system according to claim 3 in which the video media player of each station is a video disk player (processor processes information) . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information (input means) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US4785472A CLAIM 8 . The remote teaching station according to claim 2 in which the teacher station further includes : (b . 5) graphics input means (destination information, inputting information) connected to the input/output channel of the digital computer of the video-media-player master control means of the teacher station for entering digitally encoded graphics images into the digital computer . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | CA1277400C Filed: 1987-04-02 Issued: 1990-12-04 Anti-theft and locating system (Original Assignee) ADVANCED STRATEGIES, INC. (Current Assignee) ADVANCED STRATEGIES Inc Uri Rapoport |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (receiver means) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (storage section) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
CA1277400C CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of Claim 16 , and further comprising key means comprising a keypad for generating access codes , an access code storage section (transportation temperature) storing an authorized access code , and access code receiving means for receiving and comparing the stored and generated access codes , said access code receiving means connected to said microcomputer to signal the microcomputer to prevent activation of said navigation receiver and said signal transmission means in response to agreement of the two access codes . CA1277400C CLAIM 25 . An object locating system comprising : a mobile telephone base station ; an object including first receiver means (sender information) for receiving satellite transmitted signals including location signals defining object location ; an access transmitter operable to transmit an authorized access code to the object ; transmitter means at said object ; a central station for receiving messages ; access means at the object operable to produce a signal ; said transmitter means at said object including message forming means operable to form a message including the location of the object from the location signals ; and control means at said object for receiving the access code and the location signals and responsive to said location signal and the lack of the access code to activate said transmitter means to transmit the message to said central station over said mobile telephone base station , said message including the position of the object . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (receiver means) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
CA1277400C CLAIM 25 . An object locating system comprising : a mobile telephone base station ; an object including first receiver means (sender information) for receiving satellite transmitted signals including location signals defining object location ; an access transmitter operable to transmit an authorized access code to the object ; transmitter means at said object ; a central station for receiving messages ; access means at the object operable to produce a signal ; said transmitter means at said object including message forming means operable to form a message including the location of the object from the location signals ; and control means at said object for receiving the access code and the location signals and responsive to said location signal and the lack of the access code to activate said transmitter means to transmit the message to said central station over said mobile telephone base station , said message including the position of the object . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (receiver means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (storage section) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
CA1277400C CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of Claim 16 , and further comprising key means comprising a keypad for generating access codes , an access code storage section (transportation temperature) storing an authorized access code , and access code receiving means for receiving and comparing the stored and generated access codes , said access code receiving means connected to said microcomputer to signal the microcomputer to prevent activation of said navigation receiver and said signal transmission means in response to agreement of the two access codes . CA1277400C CLAIM 25 . An object locating system comprising : a mobile telephone base station ; an object including first receiver means (sender information) for receiving satellite transmitted signals including location signals defining object location ; an access transmitter operable to transmit an authorized access code to the object ; transmitter means at said object ; a central station for receiving messages ; access means at the object operable to produce a signal ; said transmitter means at said object including message forming means operable to form a message including the location of the object from the location signals ; and control means at said object for receiving the access code and the location signals and responsive to said location signal and the lack of the access code to activate said transmitter means to transmit the message to said central station over said mobile telephone base station , said message including the position of the object . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (storage section) , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
CA1277400C CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of Claim 16 , and further comprising key means comprising a keypad for generating access codes , an access code storage section (transportation temperature) storing an authorized access code , and access code receiving means for receiving and comparing the stored and generated access codes , said access code receiving means connected to said microcomputer to signal the microcomputer to prevent activation of said navigation receiver and said signal transmission means in response to agreement of the two access codes . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (timing means) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
CA1277400C CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of Claim 11 , wherein said control means comprises timing means (delivery message) for controlling repetitive transmission of the coded signal and updating means for updating the coded signal with respect to the vehicle position code . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (storage section) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
CA1277400C CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of Claim 16 , and further comprising key means comprising a keypad for generating access codes , an access code storage section (transportation temperature) storing an authorized access code , and access code receiving means for receiving and comparing the stored and generated access codes , said access code receiving means connected to said microcomputer to signal the microcomputer to prevent activation of said navigation receiver and said signal transmission means in response to agreement of the two access codes . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (storage section) , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
CA1277400C CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of Claim 16 , and further comprising key means comprising a keypad for generating access codes , an access code storage section (transportation temperature) storing an authorized access code , and access code receiving means for receiving and comparing the stored and generated access codes , said access code receiving means connected to said microcomputer to signal the microcomputer to prevent activation of said navigation receiver and said signal transmission means in response to agreement of the two access codes . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (timing means) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
CA1277400C CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of Claim 11 , wherein said control means comprises timing means (delivery message) for controlling repetitive transmission of the coded signal and updating means for updating the coded signal with respect to the vehicle position code . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US4831539A Filed: 1986-06-13 Issued: 1989-05-16 Apparatus and method for locating a vehicle in a working area and for the on-board measuring of parameters indicative of vehicle performance (Original Assignee) Hagenbuch Roy George Le Leroy G. Hagenbuch |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (infrared transmitter, selected vehicle, remote location) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (infrared transmitter, selected vehicle, remote location) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (second sensor) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US4831539A CLAIM 2 . A system as set forth in claim 1 wherein each of said plurality of signposts includes an infrared transmitter (invoice information, destination information) . US4831539A CLAIM 4 . A system as set forth in claim 2 including a RF transmitter responsive to said sensing and detection devices for downloading location and hauling condition data to a receiver associated with said means located at a fixed and remote location (invoice information, destination information) . US4831539A CLAIM 10 . In a system for controlling the routing of each vehicle in a fleet of material-hauling vehicles to one of a plurality of possible locations within a working area , an apparatus for monitoring and commanding vehicle movement comprising , in combination : signposts strategically located within said working area for providing location data ; a first sensor on-board each of said vehicles for sensing a vehicle parameter and forming data indicative of said vehicle' ; s hauling status in response thereto ; a second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) on-board each of said vehicles for sensing location data from one of said signposts ; first means for transferring said location and hauling status data to a central computer ; said central computer for receiving said location and hauling status data from each of said vehicles and including means for (1) constructing a data base from said data , (2) formulating vehicle control data in accordance with a predetermined objective ; and second means for transferring said vehicle control data to at least one selected vehicle (invoice information, destination information) to thereby provide routing instructions to said at least one selected vehicle so as to implement said predetermined objective . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (second sensor) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US4831539A CLAIM 10 . In a system for controlling the routing of each vehicle in a fleet of material-hauling vehicles to one of a plurality of possible locations within a working area , an apparatus for monitoring and commanding vehicle movement comprising , in combination : signposts strategically located within said working area for providing location data ; a first sensor on-board each of said vehicles for sensing a vehicle parameter and forming data indicative of said vehicle' ; s hauling status in response thereto ; a second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) on-board each of said vehicles for sensing location data from one of said signposts ; first means for transferring said location and hauling status data to a central computer ; said central computer for receiving said location and hauling status data from each of said vehicles and including means for (1) constructing a data base from said data , (2) formulating vehicle control data in accordance with a predetermined objective ; and second means for transferring said vehicle control data to at least one selected vehicle to thereby provide routing instructions to said at least one selected vehicle so as to implement said predetermined objective . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (infrared transmitter, selected vehicle, remote location) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (infrared transmitter, selected vehicle, remote location) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US4831539A CLAIM 2 . A system as set forth in claim 1 wherein each of said plurality of signposts includes an infrared transmitter (invoice information, destination information) . US4831539A CLAIM 4 . A system as set forth in claim 2 including a RF transmitter responsive to said sensing and detection devices for downloading location and hauling condition data to a receiver associated with said means located at a fixed and remote location (invoice information, destination information) . US4831539A CLAIM 10 . In a system for controlling the routing of each vehicle in a fleet of material-hauling vehicles to one of a plurality of possible locations within a working area , an apparatus for monitoring and commanding vehicle movement comprising , in combination : signposts strategically located within said working area for providing location data ; a first sensor on-board each of said vehicles for sensing a vehicle parameter and forming data indicative of said vehicle' ; s hauling status in response thereto ; a second sensor on-board each of said vehicles for sensing location data from one of said signposts ; first means for transferring said location and hauling status data to a central computer ; said central computer for receiving said location and hauling status data from each of said vehicles and including means for (1) constructing a data base from said data , (2) formulating vehicle control data in accordance with a predetermined objective ; and second means for transferring said vehicle control data to at least one selected vehicle (invoice information, destination information) to thereby provide routing instructions to said at least one selected vehicle so as to implement said predetermined objective . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (infrared transmitter, selected vehicle, remote location) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (infrared transmitter, selected vehicle, remote location) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (second sensor) or to a second communication (second sensor) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US4831539A CLAIM 2 . A system as set forth in claim 1 wherein each of said plurality of signposts includes an infrared transmitter (invoice information, destination information) . US4831539A CLAIM 4 . A system as set forth in claim 2 including a RF transmitter responsive to said sensing and detection devices for downloading location and hauling condition data to a receiver associated with said means located at a fixed and remote location (invoice information, destination information) . US4831539A CLAIM 10 . In a system for controlling the routing of each vehicle in a fleet of material-hauling vehicles to one of a plurality of possible locations within a working area , an apparatus for monitoring and commanding vehicle movement comprising , in combination : signposts strategically located within said working area for providing location data ; a first sensor on-board each of said vehicles for sensing a vehicle parameter and forming data indicative of said vehicle' ; s hauling status in response thereto ; a second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) on-board each of said vehicles for sensing location data from one of said signposts ; first means for transferring said location and hauling status data to a central computer ; said central computer for receiving said location and hauling status data from each of said vehicles and including means for (1) constructing a data base from said data , (2) formulating vehicle control data in accordance with a predetermined objective ; and second means for transferring said vehicle control data to at least one selected vehicle (invoice information, destination information) to thereby provide routing instructions to said at least one selected vehicle so as to implement said predetermined objective . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (historical data) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US4831539A CLAIM 17 . A method for monitoring and controlling the movement of a fleet of material hauling vehicles comprising the steps of : distributing a plurality of signposts throughout a working site so that each signpost is associated with a discrete area of said working site ; detecting on board each vehicle said signposts in order to provide an indication of vehicle location and generating data indicative of said vehicle location ; sensing on board each vehicle a weight of a load of material carried by said vehicle and generating data indicative of said weight ; collecting said location and weight data and formulating a historical data (sensor monitors) base indicative of vehicle performance ; and generating control data from said historical data base for controlling the movement of at least a selected one of said vehicles in accordance with a predetermined objective . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (second sensor) . |
US4831539A CLAIM 10 . In a system for controlling the routing of each vehicle in a fleet of material-hauling vehicles to one of a plurality of possible locations within a working area , an apparatus for monitoring and commanding vehicle movement comprising , in combination : signposts strategically located within said working area for providing location data ; a first sensor on-board each of said vehicles for sensing a vehicle parameter and forming data indicative of said vehicle' ; s hauling status in response thereto ; a second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) on-board each of said vehicles for sensing location data from one of said signposts ; first means for transferring said location and hauling status data to a central computer ; said central computer for receiving said location and hauling status data from each of said vehicles and including means for (1) constructing a data base from said data , (2) formulating vehicle control data in accordance with a predetermined objective ; and second means for transferring said vehicle control data to at least one selected vehicle to thereby provide routing instructions to said at least one selected vehicle so as to implement said predetermined objective . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (second sensor) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US4831539A CLAIM 10 . In a system for controlling the routing of each vehicle in a fleet of material-hauling vehicles to one of a plurality of possible locations within a working area , an apparatus for monitoring and commanding vehicle movement comprising , in combination : signposts strategically located within said working area for providing location data ; a first sensor on-board each of said vehicles for sensing a vehicle parameter and forming data indicative of said vehicle' ; s hauling status in response thereto ; a second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) on-board each of said vehicles for sensing location data from one of said signposts ; first means for transferring said location and hauling status data to a central computer ; said central computer for receiving said location and hauling status data from each of said vehicles and including means for (1) constructing a data base from said data , (2) formulating vehicle control data in accordance with a predetermined objective ; and second means for transferring said vehicle control data to at least one selected vehicle to thereby provide routing instructions to said at least one selected vehicle so as to implement said predetermined objective . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (historical data) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US4831539A CLAIM 17 . A method for monitoring and controlling the movement of a fleet of material hauling vehicles comprising the steps of : distributing a plurality of signposts throughout a working site so that each signpost is associated with a discrete area of said working site ; detecting on board each vehicle said signposts in order to provide an indication of vehicle location and generating data indicative of said vehicle location ; sensing on board each vehicle a weight of a load of material carried by said vehicle and generating data indicative of said weight ; collecting said location and weight data and formulating a historical data (sensor monitors) base indicative of vehicle performance ; and generating control data from said historical data base for controlling the movement of at least a selected one of said vehicles in accordance with a predetermined objective . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (second sensor) . |
US4831539A CLAIM 10 . In a system for controlling the routing of each vehicle in a fleet of material-hauling vehicles to one of a plurality of possible locations within a working area , an apparatus for monitoring and commanding vehicle movement comprising , in combination : signposts strategically located within said working area for providing location data ; a first sensor on-board each of said vehicles for sensing a vehicle parameter and forming data indicative of said vehicle' ; s hauling status in response thereto ; a second sensor (second communication, communication device, second communication device) on-board each of said vehicles for sensing location data from one of said signposts ; first means for transferring said location and hauling status data to a central computer ; said central computer for receiving said location and hauling status data from each of said vehicles and including means for (1) constructing a data base from said data , (2) formulating vehicle control data in accordance with a predetermined objective ; and second means for transferring said vehicle control data to at least one selected vehicle to thereby provide routing instructions to said at least one selected vehicle so as to implement said predetermined objective . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US4837798A Filed: 1986-06-02 Issued: 1989-06-06 Communication system having unified messaging (Original Assignee) American Telephone and Telegraph Co Inc; AT&T Information Systems Inc (Current Assignee) Nokia Bell Labs ; AT&T Corp ; Avaya Technology LLC Roberta S. Cohen, Kenneth M. Huber, Deborah J. Mills |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (message sender) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US4837798A CLAIM 26 . The method set forth in claim 24 wherein a message sender (sender information) sends a particular voice message using a predetermined terminal and said retrieving step includes the step of generating information identifying said predetermined terminal in response to said particular message . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (message sender) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US4837798A CLAIM 26 . The method set forth in claim 24 wherein a message sender (sender information) sends a particular voice message using a predetermined terminal and said retrieving step includes the step of generating information identifying said predetermined terminal in response to said particular message . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (message sender) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication (one message) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US4837798A CLAIM 9 . A message delivery system for controlling the delivery of messages to message recipients , said messages communicable to one of said message recipients via a plurality of message networks and receivable by a plurality of control services associated with said one message (second communication) recipient , sad system comprising means for designating for said one message recipient any one of said control services as a prime message receptor and for sending to said prime message receptor a notification of the arrival of either a voice or a data message , and means controlled by said prime message receptor for alerting said one recipient of said notification after receipt by said prime message receptor . US4837798A CLAIM 26 . The method set forth in claim 24 wherein a message sender (sender information) sends a particular voice message using a predetermined terminal and said retrieving step includes the step of generating information identifying said predetermined terminal in response to said particular message . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US4818998A Filed: 1986-03-31 Issued: 1989-04-04 Method of and system and apparatus for locating and/or tracking stolen or missing vehicles and the like (Original Assignee) Lo Jack Corp (Current Assignee) LO-JACK Corp 85 EAST INDIA ROW BOSTON ; Silicon Valley Bank Inc ; Lojack Operating Co LP ; Lo Jack Corp Sheldon P. Apsell, Norval D. Stapelfeld |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (receiver means) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (selected vehicle, same car) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US4818998A CLAIM 35 . Transponder apparatus for use in identifying the presence of an object interrogated by broadcasted radio activation command signals on a predetermined RF carrier carrying coded identification unique to that object and its transponder , the apparatus having , in combination , means for receiving said command signal and for decoding the identification and verifying that the same is the unique code of said object and its transponder ; means operable in the event of such verification , for activating the transponder to transmit periodic reply signals on the same car (invoice information) rier frequency and including unique identification thereupon ; and means responsive to further command signals requesting variation in the rate of such reply signals for thereupon transmitting the reply signals at such varied rate . US4818998A CLAIM 45 . A variable-broadcasting transponder for identifying and assisting location of an object , comprising ; receiver means (sender information) for monitoring an RF signal and demodulating it to recover a carried audio signal ; means for converting said audio signal into digital logical ones when said audio signal is modulated at a first frequency and into digital logical zeros when said audio signal is modulated at a second frequency to obtain digitally encoded information ; means for discerning the presence of its own identification code in said encoded information ; means for providing a digital reply code specific to the transponder ; transmission command means for distinguishing a broadcast rate command in said encoded information and for determining the period of transmission of said reply code ; modulating means for converting said digital reply code into reply code audio signals ; and transmitter means , responsive to said transmission command means , for periodically broadcasting said reply audio signals upon an RF signal . US4818998A CLAIM 51 . A system as claimed in claim 17 and in which the said tracking vehicle receiving means comprises direction-finding means for receiving the transmitted vehicle transponder reply signals carrying code information as to said unique identification ; signal and micro-processor means for demodulating such identification code information and for alpha-numerically displaying the same ; means also responsive to the last-named means for simultaneously displaying both the bearing from which the transponder reply signals are received and the signal strength thereof ; and means for locking onto and displaying only the radio reply signals of a selected vehicle (invoice information) transponder . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information (receiver means) , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (selected vehicle, same car) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US4818998A CLAIM 35 . Transponder apparatus for use in identifying the presence of an object interrogated by broadcasted radio activation command signals on a predetermined RF carrier carrying coded identification unique to that object and its transponder , the apparatus having , in combination , means for receiving said command signal and for decoding the identification and verifying that the same is the unique code of said object and its transponder ; means operable in the event of such verification , for activating the transponder to transmit periodic reply signals on the same car (invoice information) rier frequency and including unique identification thereupon ; and means responsive to further command signals requesting variation in the rate of such reply signals for thereupon transmitting the reply signals at such varied rate . US4818998A CLAIM 45 . A variable-broadcasting transponder for identifying and assisting location of an object , comprising ; receiver means (sender information) for monitoring an RF signal and demodulating it to recover a carried audio signal ; means for converting said audio signal into digital logical ones when said audio signal is modulated at a first frequency and into digital logical zeros when said audio signal is modulated at a second frequency to obtain digitally encoded information ; means for discerning the presence of its own identification code in said encoded information ; means for providing a digital reply code specific to the transponder ; transmission command means for distinguishing a broadcast rate command in said encoded information and for determining the period of transmission of said reply code ; modulating means for converting said digital reply code into reply code audio signals ; and transmitter means , responsive to said transmission command means , for periodically broadcasting said reply audio signals upon an RF signal . US4818998A CLAIM 51 . A system as claimed in claim 17 and in which the said tracking vehicle receiving means comprises direction-finding means for receiving the transmitted vehicle transponder reply signals carrying code information as to said unique identification ; signal and micro-processor means for demodulating such identification code information and for alpha-numerically displaying the same ; means also responsive to the last-named means for simultaneously displaying both the bearing from which the transponder reply signals are received and the signal strength thereof ; and means for locking onto and displaying only the radio reply signals of a selected vehicle (invoice information) transponder . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information (receiver means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (selected vehicle, same car) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device (such vehicle) associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US4818998A CLAIM 1 . A method of tracking a computer-registered transponder-equipped vehicle , upon the same being missing , that comprises , checking the registration of such vehicle (second communication device) to determine that it is computer listed as transponder-equipped ; upon affirmative determination of such transponder equipment listing , initiating the broadcasting in an appropriate sector of a radio activation command signal carrying coded identification unique to said vehicle and its transponder ; receiving said command signal at the vehicle transponder , decoding the identification and verifying that the same is the unique code of said vehicle and its transponder , and , if so , causing the transponder to become activated to transmit periodic vehicle reply signals including unique identification ; receiving said periodic vehicle reply signals in a tracking vehicle and locking onto the same ; thereafter , at the request of the tracking vehicle , modifying the said sector radio activation command signals to provide increased-rate command signals to the vehicle transponder ; and responding to the increased-rate command signals at the vehicle transponder to increase the periodicity of the transmitted transponder vehicle signals to facilitate tracking by the tracking vehicle . US4818998A CLAIM 35 . Transponder apparatus for use in identifying the presence of an object interrogated by broadcasted radio activation command signals on a predetermined RF carrier carrying coded identification unique to that object and its transponder , the apparatus having , in combination , means for receiving said command signal and for decoding the identification and verifying that the same is the unique code of said object and its transponder ; means operable in the event of such verification , for activating the transponder to transmit periodic reply signals on the same car (invoice information) rier frequency and including unique identification thereupon ; and means responsive to further command signals requesting variation in the rate of such reply signals for thereupon transmitting the reply signals at such varied rate . US4818998A CLAIM 45 . A variable-broadcasting transponder for identifying and assisting location of an object , comprising ; receiver means (sender information) for monitoring an RF signal and demodulating it to recover a carried audio signal ; means for converting said audio signal into digital logical ones when said audio signal is modulated at a first frequency and into digital logical zeros when said audio signal is modulated at a second frequency to obtain digitally encoded information ; means for discerning the presence of its own identification code in said encoded information ; means for providing a digital reply code specific to the transponder ; transmission command means for distinguishing a broadcast rate command in said encoded information and for determining the period of transmission of said reply code ; modulating means for converting said digital reply code into reply code audio signals ; and transmitter means , responsive to said transmission command means , for periodically broadcasting said reply audio signals upon an RF signal . US4818998A CLAIM 51 . A system as claimed in claim 17 and in which the said tracking vehicle receiving means comprises direction-finding means for receiving the transmitted vehicle transponder reply signals carrying code information as to said unique identification ; signal and micro-processor means for demodulating such identification code information and for alpha-numerically displaying the same ; means also responsive to the last-named means for simultaneously displaying both the bearing from which the transponder reply signals are received and the signal strength thereof ; and means for locking onto and displaying only the radio reply signals of a selected vehicle (invoice information) transponder . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US4768087A Filed: 1985-06-06 Issued: 1988-08-30 Education utility (Original Assignee) NATIONAL INFORMATION UTILITIES CORP (Current Assignee) NATIONAL INFORMATION AND EDUCATION UTILITIES Corp Jack R. Taub, Michael T. Hills |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (television receivers) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (keeping track) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
US4768087A CLAIM 1 . A method of distributing educational information in digital form to a plurality of schools comprising : (a) transmitting the information from a central location ; (b) simultaneously receiving said information at a plurality of schools and storing said information ; (c) subsequently providing simultaneous access to said information by a plurality of students ; and (d) keeping track (transportation temperature) of usage of said information and reporting back to the sender the level of usage to permit charging usage and royalty fees . US4768087A CLAIM 9 . The method according to claim 8 wherein said transmission of audio and video information includes : (a) transmitting said audio and video information to a satellite ; (b) retransmitting the audio and video information from said satellite ; (c) simultaneously receiving said audio and video information at a plurality of television stations ; and (d) retransmitting said audio and video information to the television receivers (receiver information) at each of said plurality of schools . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (television receivers) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
US4768087A CLAIM 9 . The method according to claim 8 wherein said transmission of audio and video information includes : (a) transmitting said audio and video information to a satellite ; (b) retransmitting the audio and video information from said satellite ; (c) simultaneously receiving said audio and video information at a plurality of television stations ; and (d) retransmitting said audio and video information to the television receivers (receiver information) at each of said plurality of schools . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (television receivers) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (keeping track) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
US4768087A CLAIM 1 . A method of distributing educational information in digital form to a plurality of schools comprising : (a) transmitting the information from a central location ; (b) simultaneously receiving said information at a plurality of schools and storing said information ; (c) subsequently providing simultaneous access to said information by a plurality of students ; and (d) keeping track (transportation temperature) of usage of said information and reporting back to the sender the level of usage to permit charging usage and royalty fees . US4768087A CLAIM 9 . The method according to claim 8 wherein said transmission of audio and video information includes : (a) transmitting said audio and video information to a satellite ; (b) retransmitting the audio and video information from said satellite ; (c) simultaneously receiving said audio and video information at a plurality of television stations ; and (d) retransmitting said audio and video information to the television receivers (receiver information) at each of said plurality of schools . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (keeping track) , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US4768087A CLAIM 1 . A method of distributing educational information in digital form to a plurality of schools comprising : (a) transmitting the information from a central location ; (b) simultaneously receiving said information at a plurality of schools and storing said information ; (c) subsequently providing simultaneous access to said information by a plurality of students ; and (d) keeping track (transportation temperature) of usage of said information and reporting back to the sender the level of usage to permit charging usage and royalty fees . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (keeping track) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
US4768087A CLAIM 1 . A method of distributing educational information in digital form to a plurality of schools comprising : (a) transmitting the information from a central location ; (b) simultaneously receiving said information at a plurality of schools and storing said information ; (c) subsequently providing simultaneous access to said information by a plurality of students ; and (d) keeping track (transportation temperature) of usage of said information and reporting back to the sender the level of usage to permit charging usage and royalty fees . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (keeping track) , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US4768087A CLAIM 1 . A method of distributing educational information in digital form to a plurality of schools comprising : (a) transmitting the information from a central location ; (b) simultaneously receiving said information at a plurality of schools and storing said information ; (c) subsequently providing simultaneous access to said information by a plurality of students ; and (d) keeping track (transportation temperature) of usage of said information and reporting back to the sender the level of usage to permit charging usage and royalty fees . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | US4729102A Filed: 1984-10-24 Issued: 1988-03-01 Aircraft data acquisition and recording system (Original Assignee) Sundstrand Data Control Inc (Current Assignee) Honeywell International Inc Lawrence D. Miller, Jr., Robert J. Owen, Richard M. Kiltz |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (signal processing means) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
US4729102A CLAIM 20 . The aircraft data acquisition and recording system of claim 19 wherein said supplied parametric flight data and aircraft performance signals include a signal representative of the rotational speed of each engine of said aircraft and a signal representative of the exhaust gas temperature of each of said engines ; said second signal processing means (sensor monitors) being configured and programmed for detecting the occurrence of engine start procedures by monitoring said signal representative of the rotational speed of each of said engines and detecting a predetermined change in rotational speed ; said second central processing means being further configured and programmed for supplying a signal representative of the time required for the rotational speed of each of said engines to change by a predetermined amount and a signal representative of the maximum exhaust gas tempeature of each said engine during the time required for the rotational speed of each said engine to change said predetermined amount as one of said sets of digitally encoded signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (command signal) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
US4729102A CLAIM 1 . An aircraft data acquisition and recording system for supplying retrievable digitally encoded signals representative of a pluralty of applied parametric flight data and aircraft performance signals , said plurality of parametric flight data and aircraft performance signals including analog signals and discrete signals , said aircraft data acquisition and recording system comprising : a data acquisition unit having a plurality of input ports , each input port being connected for receiving one of said applied parametric flight data and aircraft performance signals , said data acquisition unit including means for sequentially accessing selected ones of said applied parametric flight data and aircraft performance signals and for processing each accessed signal in response to an applied command signal (input device) , said data acquisition unit forther including means for supplying a digitally encoded signal representative of each accessed parametric flight data and aircraft performance signal ; a central processing unit connected for receiving each of said digitally encoded signals supplied by said data acquisition unit , said data acquisition unit being responsive to program instructions to sequentially supply said command signals to said data acquisition unit and being responsive to program instructions to detect the time at which a plurality of predetermined aircraft procedures are undertaken , said central processing unit further being responsive to program instructions to process said digitally encoded signals supplied by said data acquisition unit to supply a single set of digitally encoded signals representative of selected aircraft performance information each time a procedure of said plurality of predetermined aircraft procedures is undertaken ; program memory means for storage of said program instructions , said program memory means being connected to said central processing unit , said program memory means including programmable read only memory for storing program instructions that sequence said central processing unit for adapting said data acquisition unit to the specific parametric flight data and aircraft performance signals applied to said data acquisition unit , said program memory means further including memory for storing program instructions for sequencing said central processing unit for sequential access and processing of selected ones of said parametric flight data and aircraft performance signals ; and nonvolatile memory means for temporary storage of the sets of digitally encoded signals supplied by said central processing unit . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (signal processing means) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
US4729102A CLAIM 20 . The aircraft data acquisition and recording system of claim 19 wherein said supplied parametric flight data and aircraft performance signals include a signal representative of the rotational speed of each engine of said aircraft and a signal representative of the exhaust gas temperature of each of said engines ; said second signal processing means (sensor monitors) being configured and programmed for detecting the occurrence of engine start procedures by monitoring said signal representative of the rotational speed of each of said engines and detecting a predetermined change in rotational speed ; said second central processing means being further configured and programmed for supplying a signal representative of the time required for the rotational speed of each of said engines to change by a predetermined amount and a signal representative of the maximum exhaust gas tempeature of each said engine during the time required for the rotational speed of each said engine to change said predetermined amount as one of said sets of digitally encoded signals . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (command signal) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
US4729102A CLAIM 1 . An aircraft data acquisition and recording system for supplying retrievable digitally encoded signals representative of a pluralty of applied parametric flight data and aircraft performance signals , said plurality of parametric flight data and aircraft performance signals including analog signals and discrete signals , said aircraft data acquisition and recording system comprising : a data acquisition unit having a plurality of input ports , each input port being connected for receiving one of said applied parametric flight data and aircraft performance signals , said data acquisition unit including means for sequentially accessing selected ones of said applied parametric flight data and aircraft performance signals and for processing each accessed signal in response to an applied command signal (input device) , said data acquisition unit forther including means for supplying a digitally encoded signal representative of each accessed parametric flight data and aircraft performance signal ; a central processing unit connected for receiving each of said digitally encoded signals supplied by said data acquisition unit , said data acquisition unit being responsive to program instructions to sequentially supply said command signals to said data acquisition unit and being responsive to program instructions to detect the time at which a plurality of predetermined aircraft procedures are undertaken , said central processing unit further being responsive to program instructions to process said digitally encoded signals supplied by said data acquisition unit to supply a single set of digitally encoded signals representative of selected aircraft performance information each time a procedure of said plurality of predetermined aircraft procedures is undertaken ; program memory means for storage of said program instructions , said program memory means being connected to said central processing unit , said program memory means including programmable read only memory for storing program instructions that sequence said central processing unit for adapting said data acquisition unit to the specific parametric flight data and aircraft performance signals applied to said data acquisition unit , said program memory means further including memory for storing program instructions for sequencing said central processing unit for sequential access and processing of selected ones of said parametric flight data and aircraft performance signals ; and nonvolatile memory means for temporary storage of the sets of digitally encoded signals supplied by said central processing unit . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | EP0989525A2 Filed: 1999-08-30 Issued: 2000-03-29 Management system for construction machines (Original Assignee) Kobe Steel Ltd (Current Assignee) Kobe Steel Ltd Hideki c/o Yutani Heavy Industries Ltd Kinugawa |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information (reception means) , invoice information , packing slip information (out means) , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
EP0989525A2 CLAIM 2 The management system for construction machines according to claim 1 ; wherein said management information is operating information of the construction machine , the construction machine comprises read-out means (packing slip information) for reading out the operating information stored in the memory means for the purpose of transmitting it to the management center , and said management means is managing the operation of the construction machine using the operating information . EP0989525A2 CLAIM 7 The management system for construction machines according to claim 1 , wherein the management information is the control information and the construction machine comprises updating means for receiving control information from the management center by the reception means (delivery instruction information) to thereby update the control information stored in the memory means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information (reception means) , invoice information , packing slip information (out means) , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
EP0989525A2 CLAIM 2 The management system for construction machines according to claim 1 ; wherein said management information is operating information of the construction machine , the construction machine comprises read-out means (packing slip information) for reading out the operating information stored in the memory means for the purpose of transmitting it to the management center , and said management means is managing the operation of the construction machine using the operating information . EP0989525A2 CLAIM 7 The management system for construction machines according to claim 1 , wherein the management information is the control information and the construction machine comprises updating means for receiving control information from the management center by the reception means (delivery instruction information) to thereby update the control information stored in the memory means . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information (reception means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information (out means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication (hydraulic actuator) device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
EP0989525A2 CLAIM 2 The management system for construction machines according to claim 1 ; wherein said management information is operating information of the construction machine , the construction machine comprises read-out means (packing slip information) for reading out the operating information stored in the memory means for the purpose of transmitting it to the management center , and said management means is managing the operation of the construction machine using the operating information . EP0989525A2 CLAIM 7 The management system for construction machines according to claim 1 , wherein the management information is the control information and the construction machine comprises updating means for receiving control information from the management center by the reception means (delivery instruction information) to thereby update the control information stored in the memory means . EP0989525A2 CLAIM 12 The management system for construction machines according to claim 10 , wherein said anti-theft device cuts off a power circuit to a starter motor and also cuts off a circuit for the supply of pressure oil to a hydraulic actuator (second communication, second communication device) . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | WO9963357A1 Filed: 1998-06-04 Issued: 1999-12-09 A remote mobile monitoring and communication system (Original Assignee) Harris Corporation James C. Otto |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device (processing section) , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (power source) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (communication section) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
WO9963357A1 CLAIM 1 . A system for monitoring an entity' ; s location and for indicating that the entity has left a defined area around the location , the system comprising : a mobile base for estabHshing a center from which the defined area is defined , said base comprising , a portable power source (destination information) so that said base may be transported , first proximity means for indicating that the entity has left the defined area , and means for tiansmitting the location of said base determined by said geolocating device and the indication that the entity has left the defined area provided by said first proximity means ; a tag for being carried by the entity comprising second proximity means operable with said first proximity means for setting a size of the defined area and determining that the entity has left the defined area ; a geolocating device for determining a location of said base ; and , a control center for monitoring the location of said base and for providing an indication that the entity has left the defined area , said control center comprising , means for receiving transmissions from said base , means for selectively displaying the location of said base , and an alarm for indicating receipt of the indication that the entity has left the defined area . WO9963357A1 CLAIM 10 . A remote monitor operating with a central site and a mobile transceiver to provide supervising and communicating functions , the remote monitor comprising a portable power source so that said monitor may be mobile , a communication section (invoice information) comprising , means for receiving information concerning the location of said monitor , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said cential site , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver , a processing section (shipment conveyance device) comprising , means for determining the location of said monitor from said information concerning the location of said monitor and for causing said communication section to transmit said location to said central site to allow the central site to supervise said monitor' ; s location , means for operably tiansmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver and therefrom determining the distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to supervise the distance between said monitor and said tiansceiver , means for determining the status of said transceiver from information received from said tiansceiver in order to permit said transceiver to communicate status reports to said monitor , means operable with said tiansceiver for setting a reference distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to establish a distance of supervision between said monitor and said transceiver , means for establishing whether said transceiver is located within said reference distance and for causing said communication section to transmit said information to said central site so that said monitor may communication whether said transceiver is within said established distance of supervision with said cential site . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device (processing section) , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
WO9963357A1 CLAIM 10 . A remote monitor operating with a central site and a mobile transceiver to provide supervising and communicating functions , the remote monitor comprising a portable power source so that said monitor may be mobile , a communication section comprising , means for receiving information concerning the location of said monitor , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said cential site , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver , a processing section (shipment conveyance device) comprising , means for determining the location of said monitor from said information concerning the location of said monitor and for causing said communication section to transmit said location to said central site to allow the central site to supervise said monitor' ; s location , means for operably tiansmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver and therefrom determining the distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to supervise the distance between said monitor and said tiansceiver , means for determining the status of said transceiver from information received from said tiansceiver in order to permit said transceiver to communicate status reports to said monitor , means operable with said tiansceiver for setting a reference distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to establish a distance of supervision between said monitor and said transceiver , means for establishing whether said transceiver is located within said reference distance and for causing said communication section to transmit said information to said central site so that said monitor may communication whether said transceiver is within said established distance of supervision with said cential site . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device (processing section) , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (power source) , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information (communication section) , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
WO9963357A1 CLAIM 1 . A system for monitoring an entity' ; s location and for indicating that the entity has left a defined area around the location , the system comprising : a mobile base for estabHshing a center from which the defined area is defined , said base comprising , a portable power source (destination information) so that said base may be transported , first proximity means for indicating that the entity has left the defined area , and means for tiansmitting the location of said base determined by said geolocating device and the indication that the entity has left the defined area provided by said first proximity means ; a tag for being carried by the entity comprising second proximity means operable with said first proximity means for setting a size of the defined area and determining that the entity has left the defined area ; a geolocating device for determining a location of said base ; and , a control center for monitoring the location of said base and for providing an indication that the entity has left the defined area , said control center comprising , means for receiving transmissions from said base , means for selectively displaying the location of said base , and an alarm for indicating receipt of the indication that the entity has left the defined area . WO9963357A1 CLAIM 10 . A remote monitor operating with a central site and a mobile transceiver to provide supervising and communicating functions , the remote monitor comprising a portable power source so that said monitor may be mobile , a communication section (invoice information) comprising , means for receiving information concerning the location of said monitor , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said cential site , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver , a processing section (shipment conveyance device) comprising , means for determining the location of said monitor from said information concerning the location of said monitor and for causing said communication section to transmit said location to said central site to allow the central site to supervise said monitor' ; s location , means for operably tiansmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver and therefrom determining the distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to supervise the distance between said monitor and said tiansceiver , means for determining the status of said transceiver from information received from said tiansceiver in order to permit said transceiver to communicate status reports to said monitor , means operable with said tiansceiver for setting a reference distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to establish a distance of supervision between said monitor and said transceiver , means for establishing whether said transceiver is located within said reference distance and for causing said communication section to transmit said information to said central site so that said monitor may communication whether said transceiver is within said established distance of supervision with said cential site . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device (processing section) , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (power source) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information (communication section) regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
WO9963357A1 CLAIM 1 . A system for monitoring an entity' ; s location and for indicating that the entity has left a defined area around the location , the system comprising : a mobile base for estabHshing a center from which the defined area is defined , said base comprising , a portable power source (destination information) so that said base may be transported , first proximity means for indicating that the entity has left the defined area , and means for tiansmitting the location of said base determined by said geolocating device and the indication that the entity has left the defined area provided by said first proximity means ; a tag for being carried by the entity comprising second proximity means operable with said first proximity means for setting a size of the defined area and determining that the entity has left the defined area ; a geolocating device for determining a location of said base ; and , a control center for monitoring the location of said base and for providing an indication that the entity has left the defined area , said control center comprising , means for receiving transmissions from said base , means for selectively displaying the location of said base , and an alarm for indicating receipt of the indication that the entity has left the defined area . WO9963357A1 CLAIM 10 . A remote monitor operating with a central site and a mobile transceiver to provide supervising and communicating functions , the remote monitor comprising a portable power source so that said monitor may be mobile , a communication section (invoice information) comprising , means for receiving information concerning the location of said monitor , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said cential site , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver , a processing section (shipment conveyance device) comprising , means for determining the location of said monitor from said information concerning the location of said monitor and for causing said communication section to transmit said location to said central site to allow the central site to supervise said monitor' ; s location , means for operably tiansmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver and therefrom determining the distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to supervise the distance between said monitor and said tiansceiver , means for determining the status of said transceiver from information received from said tiansceiver in order to permit said transceiver to communicate status reports to said monitor , means operable with said tiansceiver for setting a reference distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to establish a distance of supervision between said monitor and said transceiver , means for establishing whether said transceiver is located within said reference distance and for causing said communication section to transmit said information to said central site so that said monitor may communication whether said transceiver is within said established distance of supervision with said cential site . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 6 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (processing section) or the apparatus is a shipping container . |
WO9963357A1 CLAIM 10 . A remote monitor operating with a central site and a mobile transceiver to provide supervising and communicating functions , the remote monitor comprising a portable power source so that said monitor may be mobile , a communication section comprising , means for receiving information concerning the location of said monitor , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said cential site , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver , a processing section (shipment conveyance device) comprising , means for determining the location of said monitor from said information concerning the location of said monitor and for causing said communication section to transmit said location to said central site to allow the central site to supervise said monitor' ; s location , means for operably tiansmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver and therefrom determining the distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to supervise the distance between said monitor and said tiansceiver , means for determining the status of said transceiver from information received from said tiansceiver in order to permit said transceiver to communicate status reports to said monitor , means operable with said tiansceiver for setting a reference distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to establish a distance of supervision between said monitor and said transceiver , means for establishing whether said transceiver is located within said reference distance and for causing said communication section to transmit said information to said central site so that said monitor may communication whether said transceiver is within said established distance of supervision with said cential site . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 7 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (processing section) or the apparatus is a pallet . |
WO9963357A1 CLAIM 10 . A remote monitor operating with a central site and a mobile transceiver to provide supervising and communicating functions , the remote monitor comprising a portable power source so that said monitor may be mobile , a communication section comprising , means for receiving information concerning the location of said monitor , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said cential site , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver , a processing section (shipment conveyance device) comprising , means for determining the location of said monitor from said information concerning the location of said monitor and for causing said communication section to transmit said location to said central site to allow the central site to supervise said monitor' ; s location , means for operably tiansmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver and therefrom determining the distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to supervise the distance between said monitor and said tiansceiver , means for determining the status of said transceiver from information received from said tiansceiver in order to permit said transceiver to communicate status reports to said monitor , means operable with said tiansceiver for setting a reference distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to establish a distance of supervision between said monitor and said transceiver , means for establishing whether said transceiver is located within said reference distance and for causing said communication section to transmit said information to said central site so that said monitor may communication whether said transceiver is within said established distance of supervision with said cential site . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 8 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (processing section) or the apparatus is a piece of luggage . |
WO9963357A1 CLAIM 10 . A remote monitor operating with a central site and a mobile transceiver to provide supervising and communicating functions , the remote monitor comprising a portable power source so that said monitor may be mobile , a communication section comprising , means for receiving information concerning the location of said monitor , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said cential site , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver , a processing section (shipment conveyance device) comprising , means for determining the location of said monitor from said information concerning the location of said monitor and for causing said communication section to transmit said location to said central site to allow the central site to supervise said monitor' ; s location , means for operably tiansmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver and therefrom determining the distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to supervise the distance between said monitor and said tiansceiver , means for determining the status of said transceiver from information received from said tiansceiver in order to permit said transceiver to communicate status reports to said monitor , means operable with said tiansceiver for setting a reference distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to establish a distance of supervision between said monitor and said transceiver , means for establishing whether said transceiver is located within said reference distance and for causing said communication section to transmit said information to said central site so that said monitor may communication whether said transceiver is within said established distance of supervision with said cential site . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 9 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a display , wherein the display is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device (processing section) , wherein the display displays or provides information regarding the shipment conveyance device or information regarding a shipment or transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
WO9963357A1 CLAIM 10 . A remote monitor operating with a central site and a mobile transceiver to provide supervising and communicating functions , the remote monitor comprising a portable power source so that said monitor may be mobile , a communication section comprising , means for receiving information concerning the location of said monitor , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said cential site , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver , a processing section (shipment conveyance device) comprising , means for determining the location of said monitor from said information concerning the location of said monitor and for causing said communication section to transmit said location to said central site to allow the central site to supervise said monitor' ; s location , means for operably tiansmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver and therefrom determining the distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to supervise the distance between said monitor and said tiansceiver , means for determining the status of said transceiver from information received from said tiansceiver in order to permit said transceiver to communicate status reports to said monitor , means operable with said tiansceiver for setting a reference distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to establish a distance of supervision between said monitor and said transceiver , means for establishing whether said transceiver is located within said reference distance and for causing said communication section to transmit said information to said central site so that said monitor may communication whether said transceiver is within said established distance of supervision with said cential site . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 10 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a receiver , wherein the receiver receives the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device (processing section) . |
WO9963357A1 CLAIM 10 . A remote monitor operating with a central site and a mobile transceiver to provide supervising and communicating functions , the remote monitor comprising a portable power source so that said monitor may be mobile , a communication section comprising , means for receiving information concerning the location of said monitor , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said cential site , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver , a processing section (shipment conveyance device) comprising , means for determining the location of said monitor from said information concerning the location of said monitor and for causing said communication section to transmit said location to said central site to allow the central site to supervise said monitor' ; s location , means for operably tiansmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver and therefrom determining the distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to supervise the distance between said monitor and said tiansceiver , means for determining the status of said transceiver from information received from said tiansceiver in order to permit said transceiver to communicate status reports to said monitor , means operable with said tiansceiver for setting a reference distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to establish a distance of supervision between said monitor and said transceiver , means for establishing whether said transceiver is located within said reference distance and for causing said communication section to transmit said information to said central site so that said monitor may communication whether said transceiver is within said established distance of supervision with said cential site . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 11 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding a stop made by a carrier of the shipment conveyance device (processing section) or information regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the message contains information regarding an unusual stopping period regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
WO9963357A1 CLAIM 10 . A remote monitor operating with a central site and a mobile transceiver to provide supervising and communicating functions , the remote monitor comprising a portable power source so that said monitor may be mobile , a communication section comprising , means for receiving information concerning the location of said monitor , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said cential site , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver , a processing section (shipment conveyance device) comprising , means for determining the location of said monitor from said information concerning the location of said monitor and for causing said communication section to transmit said location to said central site to allow the central site to supervise said monitor' ; s location , means for operably tiansmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver and therefrom determining the distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to supervise the distance between said monitor and said tiansceiver , means for determining the status of said transceiver from information received from said tiansceiver in order to permit said transceiver to communicate status reports to said monitor , means operable with said tiansceiver for setting a reference distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to establish a distance of supervision between said monitor and said transceiver , means for establishing whether said transceiver is located within said reference distance and for causing said communication section to transmit said information to said central site so that said monitor may communication whether said transceiver is within said established distance of supervision with said cential site . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device (processing section) , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
WO9963357A1 CLAIM 10 . A remote monitor operating with a central site and a mobile transceiver to provide supervising and communicating functions , the remote monitor comprising a portable power source so that said monitor may be mobile , a communication section comprising , means for receiving information concerning the location of said monitor , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said cential site , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver , a processing section (shipment conveyance device) comprising , means for determining the location of said monitor from said information concerning the location of said monitor and for causing said communication section to transmit said location to said central site to allow the central site to supervise said monitor' ; s location , means for operably tiansmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver and therefrom determining the distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to supervise the distance between said monitor and said tiansceiver , means for determining the status of said transceiver from information received from said tiansceiver in order to permit said transceiver to communicate status reports to said monitor , means operable with said tiansceiver for setting a reference distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to establish a distance of supervision between said monitor and said transceiver , means for establishing whether said transceiver is located within said reference distance and for causing said communication section to transmit said information to said central site so that said monitor may communication whether said transceiver is within said established distance of supervision with said cential site . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 15 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of a deviation from a pre-determined shipment or transportation route associated with a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device (processing section) . |
WO9963357A1 CLAIM 10 . A remote monitor operating with a central site and a mobile transceiver to provide supervising and communicating functions , the remote monitor comprising a portable power source so that said monitor may be mobile , a communication section comprising , means for receiving information concerning the location of said monitor , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said cential site , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver , a processing section (shipment conveyance device) comprising , means for determining the location of said monitor from said information concerning the location of said monitor and for causing said communication section to transmit said location to said central site to allow the central site to supervise said monitor' ; s location , means for operably tiansmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver and therefrom determining the distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to supervise the distance between said monitor and said tiansceiver , means for determining the status of said transceiver from information received from said tiansceiver in order to permit said transceiver to communicate status reports to said monitor , means operable with said tiansceiver for setting a reference distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to establish a distance of supervision between said monitor and said transceiver , means for establishing whether said transceiver is located within said reference distance and for causing said communication section to transmit said information to said central site so that said monitor may communication whether said transceiver is within said established distance of supervision with said cential site . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 16 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of an unauthorized carrier or a wrong carrier shipping or transporting the shipment conveyance device (processing section) or a detection of an unauthorized receiver of the shipment conveyance device or a wrong receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
WO9963357A1 CLAIM 10 . A remote monitor operating with a central site and a mobile transceiver to provide supervising and communicating functions , the remote monitor comprising a portable power source so that said monitor may be mobile , a communication section comprising , means for receiving information concerning the location of said monitor , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said cential site , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver , a processing section (shipment conveyance device) comprising , means for determining the location of said monitor from said information concerning the location of said monitor and for causing said communication section to transmit said location to said central site to allow the central site to supervise said monitor' ; s location , means for operably tiansmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver and therefrom determining the distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to supervise the distance between said monitor and said tiansceiver , means for determining the status of said transceiver from information received from said tiansceiver in order to permit said transceiver to communicate status reports to said monitor , means operable with said tiansceiver for setting a reference distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to establish a distance of supervision between said monitor and said transceiver , means for establishing whether said transceiver is located within said reference distance and for causing said communication section to transmit said information to said central site so that said monitor may communication whether said transceiver is within said established distance of supervision with said cential site . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device (processing section) , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
WO9963357A1 CLAIM 10 . A remote monitor operating with a central site and a mobile transceiver to provide supervising and communicating functions , the remote monitor comprising a portable power source so that said monitor may be mobile , a communication section comprising , means for receiving information concerning the location of said monitor , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said cential site , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver , a processing section (shipment conveyance device) comprising , means for determining the location of said monitor from said information concerning the location of said monitor and for causing said communication section to transmit said location to said central site to allow the central site to supervise said monitor' ; s location , means for operably tiansmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver and therefrom determining the distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to supervise the distance between said monitor and said tiansceiver , means for determining the status of said transceiver from information received from said tiansceiver in order to permit said transceiver to communicate status reports to said monitor , means operable with said tiansceiver for setting a reference distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to establish a distance of supervision between said monitor and said transceiver , means for establishing whether said transceiver is located within said reference distance and for causing said communication section to transmit said information to said central site so that said monitor may communication whether said transceiver is within said established distance of supervision with said cential site . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 18 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise to an insurance claim regarding the shipment conveyance device (processing section) , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
WO9963357A1 CLAIM 10 . A remote monitor operating with a central site and a mobile transceiver to provide supervising and communicating functions , the remote monitor comprising a portable power source so that said monitor may be mobile , a communication section comprising , means for receiving information concerning the location of said monitor , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said cential site , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver , a processing section (shipment conveyance device) comprising , means for determining the location of said monitor from said information concerning the location of said monitor and for causing said communication section to transmit said location to said central site to allow the central site to supervise said monitor' ; s location , means for operably tiansmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver and therefrom determining the distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to supervise the distance between said monitor and said tiansceiver , means for determining the status of said transceiver from information received from said tiansceiver in order to permit said transceiver to communicate status reports to said monitor , means operable with said tiansceiver for setting a reference distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to establish a distance of supervision between said monitor and said transceiver , means for establishing whether said transceiver is located within said reference distance and for causing said communication section to transmit said information to said central site so that said monitor may communication whether said transceiver is within said established distance of supervision with said cential site . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 21 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device (processing section) . |
WO9963357A1 CLAIM 10 . A remote monitor operating with a central site and a mobile transceiver to provide supervising and communicating functions , the remote monitor comprising a portable power source so that said monitor may be mobile , a communication section comprising , means for receiving information concerning the location of said monitor , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said cential site , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver , a processing section (shipment conveyance device) comprising , means for determining the location of said monitor from said information concerning the location of said monitor and for causing said communication section to transmit said location to said central site to allow the central site to supervise said monitor' ; s location , means for operably tiansmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver and therefrom determining the distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to supervise the distance between said monitor and said tiansceiver , means for determining the status of said transceiver from information received from said tiansceiver in order to permit said transceiver to communicate status reports to said monitor , means operable with said tiansceiver for setting a reference distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to establish a distance of supervision between said monitor and said transceiver , means for establishing whether said transceiver is located within said reference distance and for causing said communication section to transmit said information to said central site so that said monitor may communication whether said transceiver is within said established distance of supervision with said cential site . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device (processing section) , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
WO9963357A1 CLAIM 10 . A remote monitor operating with a central site and a mobile transceiver to provide supervising and communicating functions , the remote monitor comprising a portable power source so that said monitor may be mobile , a communication section comprising , means for receiving information concerning the location of said monitor , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said cential site , means for transmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver , a processing section (shipment conveyance device) comprising , means for determining the location of said monitor from said information concerning the location of said monitor and for causing said communication section to transmit said location to said central site to allow the central site to supervise said monitor' ; s location , means for operably tiansmitting information to and receiving information from said transceiver and therefrom determining the distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to supervise the distance between said monitor and said tiansceiver , means for determining the status of said transceiver from information received from said tiansceiver in order to permit said transceiver to communicate status reports to said monitor , means operable with said tiansceiver for setting a reference distance between said monitor and said transceiver in order to establish a distance of supervision between said monitor and said transceiver , means for establishing whether said transceiver is located within said reference distance and for causing said communication section to transmit said information to said central site so that said monitor may communication whether said transceiver is within said established distance of supervision with said cential site . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH11345446A Filed: 1998-05-29 Issued: 1999-12-14 自動録画方法 (Original Assignee) Toshiba Corp; 株式会社東芝 Shozo Abe, Tetsuya Abe, Kazunobu Konta, Shigeru Maeda, Hidenori Okita, 茂 前田, 秀紀 大喜多, 和宣 紺田, 哲也 阿部, 省三 阿部 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information (算出結果) , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11345446A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】 前記視聴履歴情報から、予め定められた 時間帯ごとの利用者の在宅可能性を表す評価値を算出す るステップを更に具備し、 前記録画候補となる番組を決定するステップでは、前記 評価値の算出結果 (delivery time information) をもとに、放送時間帯が重複する番組 の中から在宅可能性の低い時間帯の番組を録画候補とし て選択することを特徴とする請求項１記載の自動録画方 法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information (算出結果) , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11345446A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】 前記視聴履歴情報から、予め定められた 時間帯ごとの利用者の在宅可能性を表す評価値を算出す るステップを更に具備し、 前記録画候補となる番組を決定するステップでは、前記 評価値の算出結果 (delivery time information) をもとに、放送時間帯が重複する番組 の中から在宅可能性の低い時間帯の番組を録画候補とし て選択することを特徴とする請求項１記載の自動録画方 法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information (算出結果) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information (ジェス) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11345446A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】 前記視聴履歴情報から、予め定められた 時間帯ごとの利用者の在宅可能性を表す評価値を算出す るステップを更に具備し、 前記録画候補となる番組を決定するステップでは、前記 評価値の算出結果 (delivery time information) をもとに、放送時間帯が重複する番組 の中から在宅可能性の低い時間帯の番組を録画候補とし て選択することを特徴とする請求項１記載の自動録画方 法。 JPH11345446A CLAIM 7 【請求項７】 前記録画予約された結果録画された番組 の映像のダイジェス (travel route information) トを作成するステップと、 前記作成したダイジェストを記録するステップと、 前記記録したダイジェストを一覧表示して、利用者操作 による任意のダイジェストの選択指定を受け付けるステ ップと、前記一覧表示中から選択指定されたダイジェス トを選択し、当該ダイジェストに対応する番組の録画内 容を再生するステップとを更に具備することを特徴とす る請求項１、請求項４、請求項５、または請求項６のい ずれかに記載の自動録画方法。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH11338869A Filed: 1998-05-25 Issued: 1999-12-10 情報推薦方法及びシステム及び情報推薦プログラムを格納した記憶媒体及び情報蓄積方法及び装置及び情報蓄積プログラムを格納した記憶媒体 (Original Assignee) Nippon Telegr & Teleph Corp <Ntt>; 日本電信電話株式会社 Seiji Washisaki, 誠司 鷲崎 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information (前記参照, の興味) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information (文字列) ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11338869A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 膨大な情報の中から利用者の目的と情報 を探索する際に、他利用者が持つ情報を利用して情報探 索を行うための情報推薦方法において、 参照情報に対して、利用者が興味を持つ部分を指定し、 指定された部分をバッファに取り込み、 取り込んだ前記バッファ内のテキスト情報から単語を抽 出し、 抽出した単語の出現頻度を計算し、 前記出現頻度の高い単語に対して、予め保持しているシ ソーラス中のノードと比較し、完全一致するものが存在 する場合、当該ノードを抽出し、 各々の単語に対して抽出したシソーラスの該当ノードか ら、同一情報を整理した後で、最も頻度の高いノード を、該情報が属する分野として決定し、 利用者が選択した複数の情報に対して、決定した前記分 野を、利用者毎の興味 (handling instruction information) と見做し、該興味を利用者毎に蓄 積し、 前記利用者による情報の参照時に着目した情報を指定 し、 指定した情報から単語を抽出し、 抽出した単語に該当する情報 (receiver information) を蓄積した前記興味から検 索し、 検索された結果を表示することで、他利用者の知識を利 用することを特徴とする情報推薦方法。 JPH11338869A CLAIM 3 【請求項３】 前記シソーラスに相当するものとして、 予め多数の情報を階層的に分類し、 各々の情報を抽象化する単語（タグ）を付与しておき、 前記抽出した単語に対して、階層的に分類した情報に含 まれる文字列 (payment instruction information) と一致するものに付与されているタグを、 該当情報が属する分野として決定する請求項１記載の情 報推薦方法。 JPH11338869A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 膨大な情報の中から利用者の目的とする ものを探索する際に、他利用者が持つ情報を利用して、 情報探索を行うための情報推薦システム (communication device, second communication device) であって、 参照情報に対して利用者が興味を持つ部分を指定する参 照情報指定手段と、 前記参照 (handling instruction information) 情報指定手段により指定された部分を記憶手段 に取り込む指定部分格納手段と、 前記記憶手段内のテキスト情報から単語を抽出する単語 抽出手段と、 前記単語抽出手段で抽出された単語の出現頻度を計算す る単語出現頻度計算手段と、 前記単語出現頻度計算手段で計算された出現頻度の高い 単語に対して、予め保持しているシソーラス中のノード と比較し、完全一致するものが存在する場合、該当ノー ドを抽出するノード抽出手段と、 各々の単語に対して前記ノード抽出手段で抽出されたシ ソーラスの該当ノードから、同一情報を整理した後で、 最も頻度の高いノードを、該当情報が属する分野として 決定する分野決定手段と、 利用者が選択した複数の情報に対して、前記分野決定手 段で決定された該当分野を、利用者毎の興味と見做し、 該興味を利用者毎に付加情報記憶手段に格納する興味情 報格納手段と、 前記利用者による情報の参照時に着目した情報を指定す る情報指定手段と、 前記情報指定手段で指定された情報から単語を抽出する 指定単語抽出手段と、 前記指定単語抽出手段で抽出された単語に該当する情報 を前記付加情報記憶手段に蓄積されている前記興味から 検索する興味検索手段と、 前記興味検索手段で検索された結果を表示する結果表示 手段とを有することを特徴とする情報推薦システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11338869A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 膨大な情報の中から利用者の目的とする ものを探索する際に、他利用者が持つ情報を利用して、 情報探索を行うための情報推薦システム (communication device, second communication device) であって、 参照情報に対して利用者が興味を持つ部分を指定する参 照情報指定手段と、 前記参照情報指定手段により指定された部分を記憶手段 に取り込む指定部分格納手段と、 前記記憶手段内のテキスト情報から単語を抽出する単語 抽出手段と、 前記単語抽出手段で抽出された単語の出現頻度を計算す る単語出現頻度計算手段と、 前記単語出現頻度計算手段で計算された出現頻度の高い 単語に対して、予め保持しているシソーラス中のノード と比較し、完全一致するものが存在する場合、該当ノー ドを抽出するノード抽出手段と、 各々の単語に対して前記ノード抽出手段で抽出されたシ ソーラスの該当ノードから、同一情報を整理した後で、 最も頻度の高いノードを、該当情報が属する分野として 決定する分野決定手段と、 利用者が選択した複数の情報に対して、前記分野決定手 段で決定された該当分野を、利用者毎の興味と見做し、 該興味を利用者毎に付加情報記憶手段に格納する興味情 報格納手段と、 前記利用者による情報の参照時に着目した情報を指定す る情報指定手段と、 前記情報指定手段で指定された情報から単語を抽出する 指定単語抽出手段と、 前記指定単語抽出手段で抽出された単語に該当する情報 を前記付加情報記憶手段に蓄積されている前記興味から 検索する興味検索手段と、 前記興味検索手段で検索された結果を表示する結果表示 手段とを有することを特徴とする情報推薦システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information (前記参照, の興味) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information (文字列) , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11338869A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 膨大な情報の中から利用者の目的と情報 を探索する際に、他利用者が持つ情報を利用して情報探 索を行うための情報推薦方法において、 参照情報に対して、利用者が興味を持つ部分を指定し、 指定された部分をバッファに取り込み、 取り込んだ前記バッファ内のテキスト情報から単語を抽 出し、 抽出した単語の出現頻度を計算し、 前記出現頻度の高い単語に対して、予め保持しているシ ソーラス中のノードと比較し、完全一致するものが存在 する場合、当該ノードを抽出し、 各々の単語に対して抽出したシソーラスの該当ノードか ら、同一情報を整理した後で、最も頻度の高いノード を、該情報が属する分野として決定し、 利用者が選択した複数の情報に対して、決定した前記分 野を、利用者毎の興味 (handling instruction information) と見做し、該興味を利用者毎に蓄 積し、 前記利用者による情報の参照時に着目した情報を指定 し、 指定した情報から単語を抽出し、 抽出した単語に該当する情報 (receiver information) を蓄積した前記興味から検 索し、 検索された結果を表示することで、他利用者の知識を利 用することを特徴とする情報推薦方法。 JPH11338869A CLAIM 3 【請求項３】 前記シソーラスに相当するものとして、 予め多数の情報を階層的に分類し、 各々の情報を抽象化する単語（タグ）を付与しておき、 前記抽出した単語に対して、階層的に分類した情報に含 まれる文字列 (payment instruction information) と一致するものに付与されているタグを、 該当情報が属する分野として決定する請求項１記載の情 報推薦方法。 JPH11338869A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 膨大な情報の中から利用者の目的とする ものを探索する際に、他利用者が持つ情報を利用して、 情報探索を行うための情報推薦システムであって、 参照情報に対して利用者が興味を持つ部分を指定する参 照情報指定手段と、 前記参照 (handling instruction information) 情報指定手段により指定された部分を記憶手段 に取り込む指定部分格納手段と、 前記記憶手段内のテキスト情報から単語を抽出する単語 抽出手段と、 前記単語抽出手段で抽出された単語の出現頻度を計算す る単語出現頻度計算手段と、 前記単語出現頻度計算手段で計算された出現頻度の高い 単語に対して、予め保持しているシソーラス中のノード と比較し、完全一致するものが存在する場合、該当ノー ドを抽出するノード抽出手段と、 各々の単語に対して前記ノード抽出手段で抽出されたシ ソーラスの該当ノードから、同一情報を整理した後で、 最も頻度の高いノードを、該当情報が属する分野として 決定する分野決定手段と、 利用者が選択した複数の情報に対して、前記分野決定手 段で決定された該当分野を、利用者毎の興味と見做し、 該興味を利用者毎に付加情報記憶手段に格納する興味情 報格納手段と、 前記利用者による情報の参照時に着目した情報を指定す る情報指定手段と、 前記情報指定手段で指定された情報から単語を抽出する 指定単語抽出手段と、 前記指定単語抽出手段で抽出された単語に該当する情報 を前記付加情報記憶手段に蓄積されている前記興味から 検索する興味検索手段と、 前記興味検索手段で検索された結果を表示する結果表示 手段とを有することを特徴とする情報推薦システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (する情報) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information (前記参照, の興味) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information (文字列) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (システム) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11338869A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 膨大な情報の中から利用者の目的と情報 を探索する際に、他利用者が持つ情報を利用して情報探 索を行うための情報推薦方法において、 参照情報に対して、利用者が興味を持つ部分を指定し、 指定された部分をバッファに取り込み、 取り込んだ前記バッファ内のテキスト情報から単語を抽 出し、 抽出した単語の出現頻度を計算し、 前記出現頻度の高い単語に対して、予め保持しているシ ソーラス中のノードと比較し、完全一致するものが存在 する場合、当該ノードを抽出し、 各々の単語に対して抽出したシソーラスの該当ノードか ら、同一情報を整理した後で、最も頻度の高いノード を、該情報が属する分野として決定し、 利用者が選択した複数の情報に対して、決定した前記分 野を、利用者毎の興味 (handling instruction information) と見做し、該興味を利用者毎に蓄 積し、 前記利用者による情報の参照時に着目した情報を指定 し、 指定した情報から単語を抽出し、 抽出した単語に該当する情報 (receiver information) を蓄積した前記興味から検 索し、 検索された結果を表示することで、他利用者の知識を利 用することを特徴とする情報推薦方法。 JPH11338869A CLAIM 3 【請求項３】 前記シソーラスに相当するものとして、 予め多数の情報を階層的に分類し、 各々の情報を抽象化する単語（タグ）を付与しておき、 前記抽出した単語に対して、階層的に分類した情報に含 まれる文字列 (payment instruction information) と一致するものに付与されているタグを、 該当情報が属する分野として決定する請求項１記載の情 報推薦方法。 JPH11338869A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 膨大な情報の中から利用者の目的とする ものを探索する際に、他利用者が持つ情報を利用して、 情報探索を行うための情報推薦システム (communication device, second communication device) であって、 参照情報に対して利用者が興味を持つ部分を指定する参 照情報指定手段と、 前記参照 (handling instruction information) 情報指定手段により指定された部分を記憶手段 に取り込む指定部分格納手段と、 前記記憶手段内のテキスト情報から単語を抽出する単語 抽出手段と、 前記単語抽出手段で抽出された単語の出現頻度を計算す る単語出現頻度計算手段と、 前記単語出現頻度計算手段で計算された出現頻度の高い 単語に対して、予め保持しているシソーラス中のノード と比較し、完全一致するものが存在する場合、該当ノー ドを抽出するノード抽出手段と、 各々の単語に対して前記ノード抽出手段で抽出されたシ ソーラスの該当ノードから、同一情報を整理した後で、 最も頻度の高いノードを、該当情報が属する分野として 決定する分野決定手段と、 利用者が選択した複数の情報に対して、前記分野決定手 段で決定された該当分野を、利用者毎の興味と見做し、 該興味を利用者毎に付加情報記憶手段に格納する興味情 報格納手段と、 前記利用者による情報の参照時に着目した情報を指定す る情報指定手段と、 前記情報指定手段で指定された情報から単語を抽出する 指定単語抽出手段と、 前記指定単語抽出手段で抽出された単語に該当する情報 を前記付加情報記憶手段に蓄積されている前記興味から 検索する興味検索手段と、 前記興味検索手段で検索された結果を表示する結果表示 手段とを有することを特徴とする情報推薦システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (システム) . |
JPH11338869A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 膨大な情報の中から利用者の目的とする ものを探索する際に、他利用者が持つ情報を利用して、 情報探索を行うための情報推薦システム (communication device, second communication device) であって、 参照情報に対して利用者が興味を持つ部分を指定する参 照情報指定手段と、 前記参照情報指定手段により指定された部分を記憶手段 に取り込む指定部分格納手段と、 前記記憶手段内のテキスト情報から単語を抽出する単語 抽出手段と、 前記単語抽出手段で抽出された単語の出現頻度を計算す る単語出現頻度計算手段と、 前記単語出現頻度計算手段で計算された出現頻度の高い 単語に対して、予め保持しているシソーラス中のノード と比較し、完全一致するものが存在する場合、該当ノー ドを抽出するノード抽出手段と、 各々の単語に対して前記ノード抽出手段で抽出されたシ ソーラスの該当ノードから、同一情報を整理した後で、 最も頻度の高いノードを、該当情報が属する分野として 決定する分野決定手段と、 利用者が選択した複数の情報に対して、前記分野決定手 段で決定された該当分野を、利用者毎の興味と見做し、 該興味を利用者毎に付加情報記憶手段に格納する興味情 報格納手段と、 前記利用者による情報の参照時に着目した情報を指定す る情報指定手段と、 前記情報指定手段で指定された情報から単語を抽出する 指定単語抽出手段と、 前記指定単語抽出手段で抽出された単語に該当する情報 を前記付加情報記憶手段に蓄積されている前記興味から 検索する興味検索手段と、 前記興味検索手段で検索された結果を表示する結果表示 手段とを有することを特徴とする情報推薦システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11338869A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 膨大な情報の中から利用者の目的とする ものを探索する際に、他利用者が持つ情報を利用して、 情報探索を行うための情報推薦システム (communication device, second communication device) であって、 参照情報に対して利用者が興味を持つ部分を指定する参 照情報指定手段と、 前記参照情報指定手段により指定された部分を記憶手段 に取り込む指定部分格納手段と、 前記記憶手段内のテキスト情報から単語を抽出する単語 抽出手段と、 前記単語抽出手段で抽出された単語の出現頻度を計算す る単語出現頻度計算手段と、 前記単語出現頻度計算手段で計算された出現頻度の高い 単語に対して、予め保持しているシソーラス中のノード と比較し、完全一致するものが存在する場合、該当ノー ドを抽出するノード抽出手段と、 各々の単語に対して前記ノード抽出手段で抽出されたシ ソーラスの該当ノードから、同一情報を整理した後で、 最も頻度の高いノードを、該当情報が属する分野として 決定する分野決定手段と、 利用者が選択した複数の情報に対して、前記分野決定手 段で決定された該当分野を、利用者毎の興味と見做し、 該興味を利用者毎に付加情報記憶手段に格納する興味情 報格納手段と、 前記利用者による情報の参照時に着目した情報を指定す る情報指定手段と、 前記情報指定手段で指定された情報から単語を抽出する 指定単語抽出手段と、 前記指定単語抽出手段で抽出された単語に該当する情報 を前記付加情報記憶手段に蓄積されている前記興味から 検索する興味検索手段と、 前記興味検索手段で検索された結果を表示する結果表示 手段とを有することを特徴とする情報推薦システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (システム) . |
JPH11338869A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 膨大な情報の中から利用者の目的とする ものを探索する際に、他利用者が持つ情報を利用して、 情報探索を行うための情報推薦システム (communication device, second communication device) であって、 参照情報に対して利用者が興味を持つ部分を指定する参 照情報指定手段と、 前記参照情報指定手段により指定された部分を記憶手段 に取り込む指定部分格納手段と、 前記記憶手段内のテキスト情報から単語を抽出する単語 抽出手段と、 前記単語抽出手段で抽出された単語の出現頻度を計算す る単語出現頻度計算手段と、 前記単語出現頻度計算手段で計算された出現頻度の高い 単語に対して、予め保持しているシソーラス中のノード と比較し、完全一致するものが存在する場合、該当ノー ドを抽出するノード抽出手段と、 各々の単語に対して前記ノード抽出手段で抽出されたシ ソーラスの該当ノードから、同一情報を整理した後で、 最も頻度の高いノードを、該当情報が属する分野として 決定する分野決定手段と、 利用者が選択した複数の情報に対して、前記分野決定手 段で決定された該当分野を、利用者毎の興味と見做し、 該興味を利用者毎に付加情報記憶手段に格納する興味情 報格納手段と、 前記利用者による情報の参照時に着目した情報を指定す る情報指定手段と、 前記情報指定手段で指定された情報から単語を抽出する 指定単語抽出手段と、 前記指定単語抽出手段で抽出された単語に該当する情報 を前記付加情報記憶手段に蓄積されている前記興味から 検索する興味検索手段と、 前記興味検索手段で検索された結果を表示する結果表示 手段とを有することを特徴とする情報推薦システム。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH11328266A Filed: 1998-05-13 Issued: 1999-11-30 Customer data processing device, customer data processing system and storage medium (Original Assignee) Casio Comput Co Ltd; カシオ計算機株式会社 Yutaka Haruna, Toshiaki Kanemura, 豊 春名, 俊明 金村 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage unit) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (いる端末) , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information (preset terminal identifier) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム, 出力制御, apparatus) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11328266A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】顧客の撮像データを含む顧客情報を取得す る顧客情報取得手段と、 顧客の種別と対応づけて案内データを記憶する記憶手段 と、 前記顧客情報取得手段により得られる顧客情報を基に、 顧客の種別を判別する判別手段と、 前記判別手段により判別される顧客の種別を基に、前記 記憶手段に記憶されている該顧客の種別に対応する案内 データを読み出して出力する出力制御 (communication device, second communication device, input device) 手段と、 を具備することを特徴とする顧客データ処理装置。 1 . Customer information acquisition means for acquiring customer information including customer imaging data ; storage means for storing guidance data in association with a customer type ; and customer information obtained by the customer information acquisition means . To Determining means for determining the type of customer ; output control means for reading and outputting guidance data corresponding to the type of customer stored in the storage means based on the type of customer determined by the determining means ; A customer data processing device , comprising : JPH11328266A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】前記顧客の種別とは、顧客の年齢、顧客の 性別であることを特徴とする請求項１記載の顧客データ 処理装置。 2 . The customer data processing apparatus (communication device, second communication device, input device) according to claim 1 , wherein said customer type is a customer age and a customer gender . JPH11328266A CLAIM 3 【請求項３】顧客が存在するか否かを示す情報を含む顧 客情報を取得する顧客情報取得手段と、 前記顧客情報取得手段により得られる顧客情報を基に、 顧客の滞留時間を計測する滞留時間計測手段と、 前記滞留時間計測手段により計測される滞留時間を記憶 する記憶手段と、 を具備することを特徴とする顧客データ処理装置。 3 . A customer information acquiring means for acquiring customer information including information indicating whether or not a customer exists , and based on the customer information obtained by the customer information acquiring means . A customer data processing device comprising : a residence time measuring unit that measures a residence time of a customer ; and a storage unit (memory stores information) that stores the residence time measured by the residence time measuring unit . JPH11328266A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】少なくとも一台の端末装置とサーバ装置と を有し、顧客の種別に応じた案内データを出力する顧客 データ処理システム (communication device, second communication device, input device) であって、 各前記端末装置は、 顧客の撮像データを含む顧客情報を取得し、予め設定さ れている端末 (origination information) 識別子を該顧客情報に付加して送信情報を 生成する送信情報生成手段と、 前記送信情報生成手段により生成される送信情報を前記 サーバ装置へ送信する送信手段と、前記サーバ装置から 案内データを受信し、該案内データを出力する出力手段 と、 を備え、 前記サーバ装置は、 顧客の種別と対応づけて案内データを記憶する記憶手段 と、 前記端末装置から送信情報を受信する受信手段と、 前記受信手段により受信される送信情報に含まれる顧客 情報を基に、顧客の種別を判別する判別手段と、 前記判別手段により判別される顧客の種別を基に、前記 記憶手段に記憶されている該顧客の種別に対応する案内 データを読み出す読出手段と、 前記読出手段により読み出された案内データを、前記受 信手段により受信される送信情報に含まれる端末識別子 に対応する端末装置へ送信する送信制御手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする顧客データ処理システム。 5 . A customer data processing system having at least one terminal device and a server device , and outputting guidance data according to the type of customer , wherein each of the terminal devices includes customer imaging data . Transmission information generating means for obtaining customer information and adding a preset terminal identifier (instruction information, payment instruction information, handling instruction information) to the customer information to generate transmission information ; and transmitting the transmission information generated by the transmission information generating means to the server device . A transmitting unit ; and an output unit that receives the guidance data from the server device and outputs the guidance data , wherein the server device stores the guidance data in association with a type of a customer , and the terminal . Receiving means for receiving transmission information from an apparatus ; determining means for determining a type of a customer based on customer information included in the transmission information received by the receiving means ; Reading means for reading guidance data corresponding to the type of customer stored in the storage means , based on the type of customer determined by the receiving means ; Transmission control means for transmitting to a terminal device corresponding to the terminal identifier included in the received transmission information , the customer data processing system comprising : |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム, 出力制御, apparatus) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11328266A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】顧客の撮像データを含む顧客情報を取得す る顧客情報取得手段と、 顧客の種別と対応づけて案内データを記憶する記憶手段 と、 前記顧客情報取得手段により得られる顧客情報を基に、 顧客の種別を判別する判別手段と、 前記判別手段により判別される顧客の種別を基に、前記 記憶手段に記憶されている該顧客の種別に対応する案内 データを読み出して出力する出力制御 (communication device, second communication device, input device) 手段と、 を具備することを特徴とする顧客データ処理装置。 1 . Customer information acquisition means for acquiring customer information including customer imaging data ; storage means for storing guidance data in association with a customer type ; and customer information obtained by the customer information acquisition means . To Determining means for determining the type of customer ; output control means for reading and outputting guidance data corresponding to the type of customer stored in the storage means based on the type of customer determined by the determining means ; A customer data processing device , comprising : JPH11328266A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】前記顧客の種別とは、顧客の年齢、顧客の 性別であることを特徴とする請求項１記載の顧客データ 処理装置。 2 . The customer data processing apparatus (communication device, second communication device, input device) according to claim 1 , wherein said customer type is a customer age and a customer gender . JPH11328266A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】少なくとも一台の端末装置とサーバ装置と を有し、顧客の種別に応じた案内データを出力する顧客 データ処理システム (communication device, second communication device, input device) であって、 各前記端末装置は、 顧客の撮像データを含む顧客情報を取得し、予め設定さ れている端末識別子を該顧客情報に付加して送信情報を 生成する送信情報生成手段と、 前記送信情報生成手段により生成される送信情報を前記 サーバ装置へ送信する送信手段と、前記サーバ装置から 案内データを受信し、該案内データを出力する出力手段 と、 を備え、 前記サーバ装置は、 顧客の種別と対応づけて案内データを記憶する記憶手段 と、 前記端末装置から送信情報を受信する受信手段と、 前記受信手段により受信される送信情報に含まれる顧客 情報を基に、顧客の種別を判別する判別手段と、 前記判別手段により判別される顧客の種別を基に、前記 記憶手段に記憶されている該顧客の種別に対応する案内 データを読み出す読出手段と、 前記読出手段により読み出された案内データを、前記受 信手段により受信される送信情報に含まれる端末識別子 に対応する端末装置へ送信する送信制御手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする顧客データ処理システム。 5 . A customer data processing system having at least one terminal device and a server device , and outputting guidance data according to the type of customer , wherein each of the terminal devices includes customer imaging data . Transmission information generating means for obtaining customer information and adding a preset terminal identifier to the customer information to generate transmission information ; and transmitting the transmission information generated by the transmission information generating means to the server device . A transmitting unit ; and an output unit that receives the guidance data from the server device and outputs the guidance data , wherein the server device stores the guidance data in association with a type of a customer , and the terminal . Receiving means for receiving transmission information from an apparatus ; determining means for determining a type of a customer based on customer information included in the transmission information received by the receiving means ; Reading means for reading guidance data corresponding to the type of customer stored in the storage means , based on the type of customer determined by the receiving means ; Transmission control means for transmitting to a terminal device corresponding to the terminal identifier included in the received transmission information , the customer data processing system comprising : |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage unit) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (いる端末) , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information (preset terminal identifier) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11328266A CLAIM 3 【請求項３】顧客が存在するか否かを示す情報を含む顧 客情報を取得する顧客情報取得手段と、 前記顧客情報取得手段により得られる顧客情報を基に、 顧客の滞留時間を計測する滞留時間計測手段と、 前記滞留時間計測手段により計測される滞留時間を記憶 する記憶手段と、 を具備することを特徴とする顧客データ処理装置。 3 . A customer information acquiring means for acquiring customer information including information indicating whether or not a customer exists , and based on the customer information obtained by the customer information acquiring means . A customer data processing device comprising : a residence time measuring unit that measures a residence time of a customer ; and a storage unit (memory stores information) that stores the residence time measured by the residence time measuring unit . JPH11328266A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】少なくとも一台の端末装置とサーバ装置と を有し、顧客の種別に応じた案内データを出力する顧客 データ処理システムであって、 各前記端末装置は、 顧客の撮像データを含む顧客情報を取得し、予め設定さ れている端末 (origination information) 識別子を該顧客情報に付加して送信情報を 生成する送信情報生成手段と、 前記送信情報生成手段により生成される送信情報を前記 サーバ装置へ送信する送信手段と、前記サーバ装置から 案内データを受信し、該案内データを出力する出力手段 と、 を備え、 前記サーバ装置は、 顧客の種別と対応づけて案内データを記憶する記憶手段 と、 前記端末装置から送信情報を受信する受信手段と、 前記受信手段により受信される送信情報に含まれる顧客 情報を基に、顧客の種別を判別する判別手段と、 前記判別手段により判別される顧客の種別を基に、前記 記憶手段に記憶されている該顧客の種別に対応する案内 データを読み出す読出手段と、 前記読出手段により読み出された案内データを、前記受 信手段により受信される送信情報に含まれる端末識別子 に対応する端末装置へ送信する送信制御手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする顧客データ処理システム。 5 . A customer data processing system having at least one terminal device and a server device , and outputting guidance data according to the type of customer , wherein each of the terminal devices includes customer imaging data . Transmission information generating means for obtaining customer information and adding a preset terminal identifier (instruction information, payment instruction information, handling instruction information) to the customer information to generate transmission information ; and transmitting the transmission information generated by the transmission information generating means to the server device . A transmitting unit ; and an output unit that receives the guidance data from the server device and outputs the guidance data , wherein the server device stores the guidance data in association with a type of a customer , and the terminal . Receiving means for receiving transmission information from an apparatus ; determining means for determining a type of a customer based on customer information included in the transmission information received by the receiving means ; Reading means for reading guidance data corresponding to the type of customer stored in the storage means , based on the type of customer determined by the receiving means ; Transmission control means for transmitting to a terminal device corresponding to the terminal identifier included in the received transmission information , the customer data processing system comprising : |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information (いる端末) regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information (preset terminal identifier) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information (サーバ) regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (システム, 出力制御, apparatus) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11328266A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】顧客の撮像データを含む顧客情報を取得す る顧客情報取得手段と、 顧客の種別と対応づけて案内データを記憶する記憶手段 と、 前記顧客情報取得手段により得られる顧客情報を基に、 顧客の種別を判別する判別手段と、 前記判別手段により判別される顧客の種別を基に、前記 記憶手段に記憶されている該顧客の種別に対応する案内 データを読み出して出力する出力制御 (communication device, second communication device, input device) 手段と、 を具備することを特徴とする顧客データ処理装置。 1 . Customer information acquisition means for acquiring customer information including customer imaging data ; storage means for storing guidance data in association with a customer type ; and customer information obtained by the customer information acquisition means . To Determining means for determining the type of customer ; output control means for reading and outputting guidance data corresponding to the type of customer stored in the storage means based on the type of customer determined by the determining means ; A customer data processing device , comprising : JPH11328266A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】前記顧客の種別とは、顧客の年齢、顧客の 性別であることを特徴とする請求項１記載の顧客データ 処理装置。 2 . The customer data processing apparatus (communication device, second communication device, input device) according to claim 1 , wherein said customer type is a customer age and a customer gender . JPH11328266A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】少なくとも一台の端末装置とサーバ (apparatus stores information) 装置と を有し、顧客の種別に応じた案内データを出力する顧客 データ処理システム (communication device, second communication device, input device) であって、 各前記端末装置は、 顧客の撮像データを含む顧客情報を取得し、予め設定さ れている端末 (origination information) 識別子を該顧客情報に付加して送信情報を 生成する送信情報生成手段と、 前記送信情報生成手段により生成される送信情報を前記 サーバ装置へ送信する送信手段と、前記サーバ装置から 案内データを受信し、該案内データを出力する出力手段 と、 を備え、 前記サーバ装置は、 顧客の種別と対応づけて案内データを記憶する記憶手段 と、 前記端末装置から送信情報を受信する受信手段と、 前記受信手段により受信される送信情報に含まれる顧客 情報を基に、顧客の種別を判別する判別手段と、 前記判別手段により判別される顧客の種別を基に、前記 記憶手段に記憶されている該顧客の種別に対応する案内 データを読み出す読出手段と、 前記読出手段により読み出された案内データを、前記受 信手段により受信される送信情報に含まれる端末識別子 に対応する端末装置へ送信する送信制御手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする顧客データ処理システム。 5 . A customer data processing system having at least one terminal device and a server device , and outputting guidance data according to the type of customer , wherein each of the terminal devices includes customer imaging data . Transmission information generating means for obtaining customer information and adding a preset terminal identifier (instruction information, payment instruction information, handling instruction information) to the customer information to generate transmission information ; and transmitting the transmission information generated by the transmission information generating means to the server device . A transmitting unit ; and an output unit that receives the guidance data from the server device and outputs the guidance data , wherein the server device stores the guidance data in association with a type of a customer , and the terminal . Receiving means for receiving transmission information from an apparatus ; determining means for determining a type of a customer based on customer information included in the transmission information received by the receiving means ; Reading means for reading guidance data corresponding to the type of customer stored in the storage means , based on the type of customer determined by the receiving means ; Transmission control means for transmitting to a terminal device corresponding to the terminal identifier included in the received transmission information , the customer data processing system comprising : |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (システム, 出力制御, apparatus) . |
JPH11328266A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】顧客の撮像データを含む顧客情報を取得す る顧客情報取得手段と、 顧客の種別と対応づけて案内データを記憶する記憶手段 と、 前記顧客情報取得手段により得られる顧客情報を基に、 顧客の種別を判別する判別手段と、 前記判別手段により判別される顧客の種別を基に、前記 記憶手段に記憶されている該顧客の種別に対応する案内 データを読み出して出力する出力制御 (communication device, second communication device, input device) 手段と、 を具備することを特徴とする顧客データ処理装置。 1 . Customer information acquisition means for acquiring customer information including customer imaging data ; storage means for storing guidance data in association with a customer type ; and customer information obtained by the customer information acquisition means . To Determining means for determining the type of customer ; output control means for reading and outputting guidance data corresponding to the type of customer stored in the storage means based on the type of customer determined by the determining means ; A customer data processing device , comprising : JPH11328266A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】前記顧客の種別とは、顧客の年齢、顧客の 性別であることを特徴とする請求項１記載の顧客データ 処理装置。 2 . The customer data processing apparatus (communication device, second communication device, input device) according to claim 1 , wherein said customer type is a customer age and a customer gender . JPH11328266A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】少なくとも一台の端末装置とサーバ装置と を有し、顧客の種別に応じた案内データを出力する顧客 データ処理システム (communication device, second communication device, input device) であって、 各前記端末装置は、 顧客の撮像データを含む顧客情報を取得し、予め設定さ れている端末識別子を該顧客情報に付加して送信情報を 生成する送信情報生成手段と、 前記送信情報生成手段により生成される送信情報を前記 サーバ装置へ送信する送信手段と、前記サーバ装置から 案内データを受信し、該案内データを出力する出力手段 と、 を備え、 前記サーバ装置は、 顧客の種別と対応づけて案内データを記憶する記憶手段 と、 前記端末装置から送信情報を受信する受信手段と、 前記受信手段により受信される送信情報に含まれる顧客 情報を基に、顧客の種別を判別する判別手段と、 前記判別手段により判別される顧客の種別を基に、前記 記憶手段に記憶されている該顧客の種別に対応する案内 データを読み出す読出手段と、 前記読出手段により読み出された案内データを、前記受 信手段により受信される送信情報に含まれる端末識別子 に対応する端末装置へ送信する送信制御手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする顧客データ処理システム。 5 . A customer data processing system having at least one terminal device and a server device , and outputting guidance data according to the type of customer , wherein each of the terminal devices includes customer imaging data . Transmission information generating means for obtaining customer information and adding a preset terminal identifier to the customer information to generate transmission information ; and transmitting the transmission information generated by the transmission information generating means to the server device . A transmitting unit ; and an output unit that receives the guidance data from the server device and outputs the guidance data , wherein the server device stores the guidance data in association with a type of a customer , and the terminal . Receiving means for receiving transmission information from an apparatus ; determining means for determining a type of a customer based on customer information included in the transmission information received by the receiving means ; Reading means for reading guidance data corresponding to the type of customer stored in the storage means , based on the type of customer determined by the receiving means ; Transmission control means for transmitting to a terminal device corresponding to the terminal identifier included in the received transmission information , the customer data processing system comprising : |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (システム, 出力制御, apparatus) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11328266A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】顧客の撮像データを含む顧客情報を取得す る顧客情報取得手段と、 顧客の種別と対応づけて案内データを記憶する記憶手段 と、 前記顧客情報取得手段により得られる顧客情報を基に、 顧客の種別を判別する判別手段と、 前記判別手段により判別される顧客の種別を基に、前記 記憶手段に記憶されている該顧客の種別に対応する案内 データを読み出して出力する出力制御 (communication device, second communication device, input device) 手段と、 を具備することを特徴とする顧客データ処理装置。 1 . Customer information acquisition means for acquiring customer information including customer imaging data ; storage means for storing guidance data in association with a customer type ; and customer information obtained by the customer information acquisition means . To Determining means for determining the type of customer ; output control means for reading and outputting guidance data corresponding to the type of customer stored in the storage means based on the type of customer determined by the determining means ; A customer data processing device , comprising : JPH11328266A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】前記顧客の種別とは、顧客の年齢、顧客の 性別であることを特徴とする請求項１記載の顧客データ 処理装置。 2 . The customer data processing apparatus (communication device, second communication device, input device) according to claim 1 , wherein said customer type is a customer age and a customer gender . JPH11328266A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】少なくとも一台の端末装置とサーバ装置と を有し、顧客の種別に応じた案内データを出力する顧客 データ処理システム (communication device, second communication device, input device) であって、 各前記端末装置は、 顧客の撮像データを含む顧客情報を取得し、予め設定さ れている端末識別子を該顧客情報に付加して送信情報を 生成する送信情報生成手段と、 前記送信情報生成手段により生成される送信情報を前記 サーバ装置へ送信する送信手段と、前記サーバ装置から 案内データを受信し、該案内データを出力する出力手段 と、 を備え、 前記サーバ装置は、 顧客の種別と対応づけて案内データを記憶する記憶手段 と、 前記端末装置から送信情報を受信する受信手段と、 前記受信手段により受信される送信情報に含まれる顧客 情報を基に、顧客の種別を判別する判別手段と、 前記判別手段により判別される顧客の種別を基に、前記 記憶手段に記憶されている該顧客の種別に対応する案内 データを読み出す読出手段と、 前記読出手段により読み出された案内データを、前記受 信手段により受信される送信情報に含まれる端末識別子 に対応する端末装置へ送信する送信制御手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする顧客データ処理システム。 5 . A customer data processing system having at least one terminal device and a server device , and outputting guidance data according to the type of customer , wherein each of the terminal devices includes customer imaging data . Transmission information generating means for obtaining customer information and adding a preset terminal identifier to the customer information to generate transmission information ; and transmitting the transmission information generated by the transmission information generating means to the server device . A transmitting unit ; and an output unit that receives the guidance data from the server device and outputs the guidance data , wherein the server device stores the guidance data in association with a type of a customer , and the terminal . Receiving means for receiving transmission information from an apparatus ; determining means for determining a type of a customer based on customer information included in the transmission information received by the receiving means ; Reading means for reading guidance data corresponding to the type of customer stored in the storage means , based on the type of customer determined by the receiving means ; Transmission control means for transmitting to a terminal device corresponding to the terminal identifier included in the received transmission information , the customer data processing system comprising : |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 18 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise (generating) to an insurance claim regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
JPH11328266A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】少なくとも一台の端末装置とサーバ装置と を有し、顧客の種別に応じた案内データを出力する顧客 データ処理システムであって、 各前記端末装置は、 顧客の撮像データを含む顧客情報を取得し、予め設定さ れている端末識別子を該顧客情報に付加して送信情報を 生成する送信情報生成手段と、 前記送信情報生成手段により生成される送信情報を前記 サーバ装置へ送信する送信手段と、前記サーバ装置から 案内データを受信し、該案内データを出力する出力手段 と、 を備え、 前記サーバ装置は、 顧客の種別と対応づけて案内データを記憶する記憶手段 と、 前記端末装置から送信情報を受信する受信手段と、 前記受信手段により受信される送信情報に含まれる顧客 情報を基に、顧客の種別を判別する判別手段と、 前記判別手段により判別される顧客の種別を基に、前記 記憶手段に記憶されている該顧客の種別に対応する案内 データを読み出す読出手段と、 前記読出手段により読み出された案内データを、前記受 信手段により受信される送信情報に含まれる端末識別子 に対応する端末装置へ送信する送信制御手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする顧客データ処理システム。 5 . A customer data processing system having at least one terminal device and a server device , and outputting guidance data according to the type of customer , wherein each of the terminal devices includes customer imaging data . Transmission information generating (occurrence giving rise) means for obtaining customer information and adding a preset terminal identifier to the customer information to generate transmission information ; and transmitting the transmission information generated by the transmission information generating means to the server device . A transmitting unit ; and an output unit that receives the guidance data from the server device and outputs the guidance data , wherein the server device stores the guidance data in association with a type of a customer , and the terminal . Receiving means for receiving transmission information from an apparatus ; determining means for determining a type of a customer based on customer information included in the transmission information received by the receiving means ; Reading means for reading guidance data corresponding to the type of customer stored in the storage means , based on the type of customer determined by the receiving means ; Transmission control means for transmitting to a terminal device corresponding to the terminal identifier included in the received transmission information , the customer data processing system comprising : |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム, 出力制御, apparatus) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11328266A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】顧客の撮像データを含む顧客情報を取得す る顧客情報取得手段と、 顧客の種別と対応づけて案内データを記憶する記憶手段 と、 前記顧客情報取得手段により得られる顧客情報を基に、 顧客の種別を判別する判別手段と、 前記判別手段により判別される顧客の種別を基に、前記 記憶手段に記憶されている該顧客の種別に対応する案内 データを読み出して出力する出力制御 (communication device, second communication device, input device) 手段と、 を具備することを特徴とする顧客データ処理装置。 1 . Customer information acquisition means for acquiring customer information including customer imaging data ; storage means for storing guidance data in association with a customer type ; and customer information obtained by the customer information acquisition means . To Determining means for determining the type of customer ; output control means for reading and outputting guidance data corresponding to the type of customer stored in the storage means based on the type of customer determined by the determining means ; A customer data processing device , comprising : JPH11328266A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】前記顧客の種別とは、顧客の年齢、顧客の 性別であることを特徴とする請求項１記載の顧客データ 処理装置。 2 . The customer data processing apparatus (communication device, second communication device, input device) according to claim 1 , wherein said customer type is a customer age and a customer gender . JPH11328266A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】少なくとも一台の端末装置とサーバ装置と を有し、顧客の種別に応じた案内データを出力する顧客 データ処理システム (communication device, second communication device, input device) であって、 各前記端末装置は、 顧客の撮像データを含む顧客情報を取得し、予め設定さ れている端末識別子を該顧客情報に付加して送信情報を 生成する送信情報生成手段と、 前記送信情報生成手段により生成される送信情報を前記 サーバ装置へ送信する送信手段と、前記サーバ装置から 案内データを受信し、該案内データを出力する出力手段 と、 を備え、 前記サーバ装置は、 顧客の種別と対応づけて案内データを記憶する記憶手段 と、 前記端末装置から送信情報を受信する受信手段と、 前記受信手段により受信される送信情報に含まれる顧客 情報を基に、顧客の種別を判別する判別手段と、 前記判別手段により判別される顧客の種別を基に、前記 記憶手段に記憶されている該顧客の種別に対応する案内 データを読み出す読出手段と、 前記読出手段により読み出された案内データを、前記受 信手段により受信される送信情報に含まれる端末識別子 に対応する端末装置へ送信する送信制御手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする顧客データ処理システム。 5 . A customer data processing system having at least one terminal device and a server device , and outputting guidance data according to the type of customer , wherein each of the terminal devices includes customer imaging data . Transmission information generating means for obtaining customer information and adding a preset terminal identifier to the customer information to generate transmission information ; and transmitting the transmission information generated by the transmission information generating means to the server device . A transmitting unit ; and an output unit that receives the guidance data from the server device and outputs the guidance data , wherein the server device stores the guidance data in association with a type of a customer , and the terminal . Receiving means for receiving transmission information from an apparatus ; determining means for determining a type of a customer based on customer information included in the transmission information received by the receiving means ; Reading means for reading guidance data corresponding to the type of customer stored in the storage means , based on the type of customer determined by the receiving means ; Transmission control means for transmitting to a terminal device corresponding to the terminal identifier included in the received transmission information , the customer data processing system comprising : |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage unit) regarding the piece of luggage . |
JPH11328266A CLAIM 3 【請求項３】顧客が存在するか否かを示す情報を含む顧 客情報を取得する顧客情報取得手段と、 前記顧客情報取得手段により得られる顧客情報を基に、 顧客の滞留時間を計測する滞留時間計測手段と、 前記滞留時間計測手段により計測される滞留時間を記憶 する記憶手段と、 を具備することを特徴とする顧客データ処理装置。 3 . A customer information acquiring means for acquiring customer information including information indicating whether or not a customer exists , and based on the customer information obtained by the customer information acquiring means . A customer data processing device comprising : a residence time measuring unit that measures a residence time of a customer ; and a storage unit (memory stores information) that stores the residence time measured by the residence time measuring unit . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (システム, 出力制御, apparatus) . |
JPH11328266A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】顧客の撮像データを含む顧客情報を取得す る顧客情報取得手段と、 顧客の種別と対応づけて案内データを記憶する記憶手段 と、 前記顧客情報取得手段により得られる顧客情報を基に、 顧客の種別を判別する判別手段と、 前記判別手段により判別される顧客の種別を基に、前記 記憶手段に記憶されている該顧客の種別に対応する案内 データを読み出して出力する出力制御 (communication device, second communication device, input device) 手段と、 を具備することを特徴とする顧客データ処理装置。 1 . Customer information acquisition means for acquiring customer information including customer imaging data ; storage means for storing guidance data in association with a customer type ; and customer information obtained by the customer information acquisition means . To Determining means for determining the type of customer ; output control means for reading and outputting guidance data corresponding to the type of customer stored in the storage means based on the type of customer determined by the determining means ; A customer data processing device , comprising : JPH11328266A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】前記顧客の種別とは、顧客の年齢、顧客の 性別であることを特徴とする請求項１記載の顧客データ 処理装置。 2 . The customer data processing apparatus (communication device, second communication device, input device) according to claim 1 , wherein said customer type is a customer age and a customer gender . JPH11328266A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】少なくとも一台の端末装置とサーバ装置と を有し、顧客の種別に応じた案内データを出力する顧客 データ処理システム (communication device, second communication device, input device) であって、 各前記端末装置は、 顧客の撮像データを含む顧客情報を取得し、予め設定さ れている端末識別子を該顧客情報に付加して送信情報を 生成する送信情報生成手段と、 前記送信情報生成手段により生成される送信情報を前記 サーバ装置へ送信する送信手段と、前記サーバ装置から 案内データを受信し、該案内データを出力する出力手段 と、 を備え、 前記サーバ装置は、 顧客の種別と対応づけて案内データを記憶する記憶手段 と、 前記端末装置から送信情報を受信する受信手段と、 前記受信手段により受信される送信情報に含まれる顧客 情報を基に、顧客の種別を判別する判別手段と、 前記判別手段により判別される顧客の種別を基に、前記 記憶手段に記憶されている該顧客の種別に対応する案内 データを読み出す読出手段と、 前記読出手段により読み出された案内データを、前記受 信手段により受信される送信情報に含まれる端末識別子 に対応する端末装置へ送信する送信制御手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする顧客データ処理システム。 5 . A customer data processing system having at least one terminal device and a server device , and outputting guidance data according to the type of customer , wherein each of the terminal devices includes customer imaging data . Transmission information generating means for obtaining customer information and adding a preset terminal identifier to the customer information to generate transmission information ; and transmitting the transmission information generated by the transmission information generating means to the server device . A transmitting unit ; and an output unit that receives the guidance data from the server device and outputs the guidance data , wherein the server device stores the guidance data in association with a type of a customer , and the terminal . Receiving means for receiving transmission information from an apparatus ; determining means for determining a type of a customer based on customer information included in the transmission information received by the receiving means ; Reading means for reading guidance data corresponding to the type of customer stored in the storage means , based on the type of customer determined by the receiving means ; Transmission control means for transmitting to a terminal device corresponding to the terminal identifier included in the received transmission information , the customer data processing system comprising : |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (システム, 出力制御, apparatus) for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
JPH11328266A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】顧客の撮像データを含む顧客情報を取得す る顧客情報取得手段と、 顧客の種別と対応づけて案内データを記憶する記憶手段 と、 前記顧客情報取得手段により得られる顧客情報を基に、 顧客の種別を判別する判別手段と、 前記判別手段により判別される顧客の種別を基に、前記 記憶手段に記憶されている該顧客の種別に対応する案内 データを読み出して出力する出力制御 (communication device, second communication device, input device) 手段と、 を具備することを特徴とする顧客データ処理装置。 1 . Customer information acquisition means for acquiring customer information including customer imaging data ; storage means for storing guidance data in association with a customer type ; and customer information obtained by the customer information acquisition means . To Determining means for determining the type of customer ; output control means for reading and outputting guidance data corresponding to the type of customer stored in the storage means based on the type of customer determined by the determining means ; A customer data processing device , comprising : JPH11328266A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】前記顧客の種別とは、顧客の年齢、顧客の 性別であることを特徴とする請求項１記載の顧客データ 処理装置。 2 . The customer data processing apparatus (communication device, second communication device, input device) according to claim 1 , wherein said customer type is a customer age and a customer gender . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH11316759A Filed: 1998-05-06 Issued: 1999-11-16 現時点指向性を利用者ごとに複次元で把握し、多面的要求予測する情報提供システム (Original Assignee) Karen:Kk; 株式会社カレン Osamu Iwase, Atsuko Oda, Shinsuke Takahashi, Yoshiyuki Yamauchi, 敦子 尾田, 善行 山内, 理 岩瀬, 伸介 高橋 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム, データ, 情報内) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11316759A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 互いに関連づけられた１次情報と２次情 報をそれぞれ蓄積しておく１次情報データ (communication device, second communication device, second communication) ベース（１） 及び２次情報データベース（２）と、利用者からの２次 情報要求を受け付けて配信する２次情報配信手段（３） と、当該利用者の２次情報要求履歴を蓄積しその時間経 過の度合いを反映して複次元の情報属性別に指向性を計 算・更新する指向性管理手段（４）と、利用者ごとの現 時点での情報属性別指向性を蓄積する利用者別現時点指 向性データベース（５）と、利用者ごとに配信すべき１ 次情報の選択・提示順・伝達手段や配信時間などを決定 する配信制御手段（６）と、利用者ごとに配信すべき１ 次情報を統合・配信する１次情報配信手段（７）を有す ることを特徴とした情報提供システム (communication device, second communication device, second communication) 。 JPH11316759A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】 前記１次情報データベースから要求度合 いが高いと多面的に予測される１次情報を選択抽出する 際に、その情報内 (communication device, second communication device, second communication) 容だけでなく、体裁、表現方法、伝達 手段、伝達時刻などについても選択抽出する請求項４記 載の情報提供システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム, データ, 情報内) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11316759A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 互いに関連づけられた１次情報と２次情 報をそれぞれ蓄積しておく１次情報データ (communication device, second communication device, second communication) ベース（１） 及び２次情報データベース（２）と、利用者からの２次 情報要求を受け付けて配信する２次情報配信手段（３） と、当該利用者の２次情報要求履歴を蓄積しその時間経 過の度合いを反映して複次元の情報属性別に指向性を計 算・更新する指向性管理手段（４）と、利用者ごとの現 時点での情報属性別指向性を蓄積する利用者別現時点指 向性データベース（５）と、利用者ごとに配信すべき１ 次情報の選択・提示順・伝達手段や配信時間などを決定 する配信制御手段（６）と、利用者ごとに配信すべき１ 次情報を統合・配信する１次情報配信手段（７）を有す ることを特徴とした情報提供システム (communication device, second communication device, second communication) 。 JPH11316759A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】 前記１次情報データベースから要求度合 いが高いと多面的に予測される１次情報を選択抽出する 際に、その情報内 (communication device, second communication device, second communication) 容だけでなく、体裁、表現方法、伝達 手段、伝達時刻などについても選択抽出する請求項４記 載の情報提供システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement (情報要求) regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (システム, データ, 情報内) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11316759A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 互いに関連づけられた１次情報と２次情 報をそれぞれ蓄積しておく１次情報データ (communication device, second communication device, second communication) ベース（１） 及び２次情報データベース（２）と、利用者からの２次 情報要求 (temperature requirement) を受け付けて配信する２次情報配信手段（３） と、当該利用者の２次情報要求履歴を蓄積しその時間経 過の度合いを反映して複次元の情報属性別に指向性を計 算・更新する指向性管理手段（４）と、利用者ごとの現 時点での情報属性別指向性を蓄積する利用者別現時点指 向性データベース（５）と、利用者ごとに配信すべき１ 次情報の選択・提示順・伝達手段や配信時間などを決定 する配信制御手段（６）と、利用者ごとに配信すべき１ 次情報を統合・配信する１次情報配信手段（７）を有す ることを特徴とした情報提供システム (communication device, second communication device, second communication) 。 JPH11316759A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】 前記１次情報データベースから要求度合 いが高いと多面的に予測される１次情報を選択抽出する 際に、その情報内 (communication device, second communication device, second communication) 容だけでなく、体裁、表現方法、伝達 手段、伝達時刻などについても選択抽出する請求項４記 載の情報提供システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (システム, データ, 情報内) . |
JPH11316759A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 互いに関連づけられた１次情報と２次情 報をそれぞれ蓄積しておく１次情報データ (communication device, second communication device, second communication) ベース（１） 及び２次情報データベース（２）と、利用者からの２次 情報要求を受け付けて配信する２次情報配信手段（３） と、当該利用者の２次情報要求履歴を蓄積しその時間経 過の度合いを反映して複次元の情報属性別に指向性を計 算・更新する指向性管理手段（４）と、利用者ごとの現 時点での情報属性別指向性を蓄積する利用者別現時点指 向性データベース（５）と、利用者ごとに配信すべき１ 次情報の選択・提示順・伝達手段や配信時間などを決定 する配信制御手段（６）と、利用者ごとに配信すべき１ 次情報を統合・配信する１次情報配信手段（７）を有す ることを特徴とした情報提供システム (communication device, second communication device, second communication) 。 JPH11316759A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】 前記１次情報データベースから要求度合 いが高いと多面的に予測される１次情報を選択抽出する 際に、その情報内 (communication device, second communication device, second communication) 容だけでなく、体裁、表現方法、伝達 手段、伝達時刻などについても選択抽出する請求項４記 載の情報提供システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム, データ, 情報内) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11316759A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 互いに関連づけられた１次情報と２次情 報をそれぞれ蓄積しておく１次情報データ (communication device, second communication device, second communication) ベース（１） 及び２次情報データベース（２）と、利用者からの２次 情報要求を受け付けて配信する２次情報配信手段（３） と、当該利用者の２次情報要求履歴を蓄積しその時間経 過の度合いを反映して複次元の情報属性別に指向性を計 算・更新する指向性管理手段（４）と、利用者ごとの現 時点での情報属性別指向性を蓄積する利用者別現時点指 向性データベース（５）と、利用者ごとに配信すべき１ 次情報の選択・提示順・伝達手段や配信時間などを決定 する配信制御手段（６）と、利用者ごとに配信すべき１ 次情報を統合・配信する１次情報配信手段（７）を有す ることを特徴とした情報提供システム (communication device, second communication device, second communication) 。 JPH11316759A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】 前記１次情報データベースから要求度合 いが高いと多面的に予測される１次情報を選択抽出する 際に、その情報内 (communication device, second communication device, second communication) 容だけでなく、体裁、表現方法、伝達 手段、伝達時刻などについても選択抽出する請求項４記 載の情報提供システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (システム, データ, 情報内) . |
JPH11316759A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 互いに関連づけられた１次情報と２次情 報をそれぞれ蓄積しておく１次情報データ (communication device, second communication device, second communication) ベース（１） 及び２次情報データベース（２）と、利用者からの２次 情報要求を受け付けて配信する２次情報配信手段（３） と、当該利用者の２次情報要求履歴を蓄積しその時間経 過の度合いを反映して複次元の情報属性別に指向性を計 算・更新する指向性管理手段（４）と、利用者ごとの現 時点での情報属性別指向性を蓄積する利用者別現時点指 向性データベース（５）と、利用者ごとに配信すべき１ 次情報の選択・提示順・伝達手段や配信時間などを決定 する配信制御手段（６）と、利用者ごとに配信すべき１ 次情報を統合・配信する１次情報配信手段（７）を有す ることを特徴とした情報提供システム (communication device, second communication device, second communication) 。 JPH11316759A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】 前記１次情報データベースから要求度合 いが高いと多面的に予測される１次情報を選択抽出する 際に、その情報内 (communication device, second communication device, second communication) 容だけでなく、体裁、表現方法、伝達 手段、伝達時刻などについても選択抽出する請求項４記 載の情報提供システム。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH11308547A Filed: 1998-04-23 Issued: 1999-11-05 番組表表示装置 (Original Assignee) Matsushita Electric Ind Co Ltd; 松下電器産業株式会社 Atsushi Horioka, Shinya Kusuhara, Tatsuro Kyoda, Kazuaki Obara, Takashi Takeda, 篤史 堀岡, 和昭 小原, 信哉 楠原, 享司 竹田, 樹朗 経田 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (データ) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11308547A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 表示装置の画面上にＥＰＧデータ (communication device) を用い て作成された番組表を表示する番組表表示装置におい て、 複数の番組のＥＰＧデータを蓄積するＥＰＧデータ蓄積 手段と、 利用者が入力する番組検索のためのキーワード，及び各 キーワードに対する評価情報を、利用者を識別する情報 (receiver information) に対応づけて蓄積する検索情報蓄積手段と、 番組表の表示を要求する信号，及び利用者を識別する情 報を受けて、当該利用者を識別する情報により特定され る利用者が入力し上記検索情報蓄積手段に蓄積された番 組検索のためのキーワードを用いて上記ＥＰＧデータ蓄 積手段に蓄積されたＥＰＧデータを検索し、この検索に より検出された番組を各キーワードに対する評価情報に 基づいて配列した番組表を作成し、表示する情報表示手 段を備えたことを特徴とする番組表表示装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (データ) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11308547A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 表示装置の画面上にＥＰＧデータ (communication device) を用い て作成された番組表を表示する番組表表示装置におい て、 複数の番組のＥＰＧデータを蓄積するＥＰＧデータ蓄積 手段と、 利用者が入力する番組検索のためのキーワード，及び各 キーワードに対する評価情報を、利用者を識別する情報 に対応づけて蓄積する検索情報蓄積手段と、 番組表の表示を要求する信号，及び利用者を識別する情 報を受けて、当該利用者を識別する情報により特定され る利用者が入力し上記検索情報蓄積手段に蓄積された番 組検索のためのキーワードを用いて上記ＥＰＧデータ蓄 積手段に蓄積されたＥＰＧデータを検索し、この検索に より検出された番組を各キーワードに対する評価情報に 基づいて配列した番組表を作成し、表示する情報表示手 段を備えたことを特徴とする番組表表示装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11308547A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 表示装置の画面上にＥＰＧデータを用い て作成された番組表を表示する番組表表示装置におい て、 複数の番組のＥＰＧデータを蓄積するＥＰＧデータ蓄積 手段と、 利用者が入力する番組検索のためのキーワード，及び各 キーワードに対する評価情報を、利用者を識別する情報 (receiver information) に対応づけて蓄積する検索情報蓄積手段と、 番組表の表示を要求する信号，及び利用者を識別する情 報を受けて、当該利用者を識別する情報により特定され る利用者が入力し上記検索情報蓄積手段に蓄積された番 組検索のためのキーワードを用いて上記ＥＰＧデータ蓄 積手段に蓄積されたＥＰＧデータを検索し、この検索に より検出された番組を各キーワードに対する評価情報に 基づいて配列した番組表を作成し、表示する情報表示手 段を備えたことを特徴とする番組表表示装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (する情報) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (データ) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11308547A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 表示装置の画面上にＥＰＧデータ (communication device) を用い て作成された番組表を表示する番組表表示装置におい て、 複数の番組のＥＰＧデータを蓄積するＥＰＧデータ蓄積 手段と、 利用者が入力する番組検索のためのキーワード，及び各 キーワードに対する評価情報を、利用者を識別する情報 (receiver information) に対応づけて蓄積する検索情報蓄積手段と、 番組表の表示を要求する信号，及び利用者を識別する情 報を受けて、当該利用者を識別する情報により特定され る利用者が入力し上記検索情報蓄積手段に蓄積された番 組検索のためのキーワードを用いて上記ＥＰＧデータ蓄 積手段に蓄積されたＥＰＧデータを検索し、この検索に より検出された番組を各キーワードに対する評価情報に 基づいて配列した番組表を作成し、表示する情報表示手 段を備えたことを特徴とする番組表表示装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (データ) . |
JPH11308547A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 表示装置の画面上にＥＰＧデータ (communication device) を用い て作成された番組表を表示する番組表表示装置におい て、 複数の番組のＥＰＧデータを蓄積するＥＰＧデータ蓄積 手段と、 利用者が入力する番組検索のためのキーワード，及び各 キーワードに対する評価情報を、利用者を識別する情報 に対応づけて蓄積する検索情報蓄積手段と、 番組表の表示を要求する信号，及び利用者を識別する情 報を受けて、当該利用者を識別する情報により特定され る利用者が入力し上記検索情報蓄積手段に蓄積された番 組検索のためのキーワードを用いて上記ＥＰＧデータ蓄 積手段に蓄積されたＥＰＧデータを検索し、この検索に より検出された番組を各キーワードに対する評価情報に 基づいて配列した番組表を作成し、表示する情報表示手 段を備えたことを特徴とする番組表表示装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (データ) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11308547A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 表示装置の画面上にＥＰＧデータ (communication device) を用い て作成された番組表を表示する番組表表示装置におい て、 複数の番組のＥＰＧデータを蓄積するＥＰＧデータ蓄積 手段と、 利用者が入力する番組検索のためのキーワード，及び各 キーワードに対する評価情報を、利用者を識別する情報 に対応づけて蓄積する検索情報蓄積手段と、 番組表の表示を要求する信号，及び利用者を識別する情 報を受けて、当該利用者を識別する情報により特定され る利用者が入力し上記検索情報蓄積手段に蓄積された番 組検索のためのキーワードを用いて上記ＥＰＧデータ蓄 積手段に蓄積されたＥＰＧデータを検索し、この検索に より検出された番組を各キーワードに対する評価情報に 基づいて配列した番組表を作成し、表示する情報表示手 段を備えたことを特徴とする番組表表示装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (データ) . |
JPH11308547A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 表示装置の画面上にＥＰＧデータ (communication device) を用い て作成された番組表を表示する番組表表示装置におい て、 複数の番組のＥＰＧデータを蓄積するＥＰＧデータ蓄積 手段と、 利用者が入力する番組検索のためのキーワード，及び各 キーワードに対する評価情報を、利用者を識別する情報 に対応づけて蓄積する検索情報蓄積手段と、 番組表の表示を要求する信号，及び利用者を識別する情 報を受けて、当該利用者を識別する情報により特定され る利用者が入力し上記検索情報蓄積手段に蓄積された番 組検索のためのキーワードを用いて上記ＥＰＧデータ蓄 積手段に蓄積されたＥＰＧデータを検索し、この検索に より検出された番組を各キーワードに対する評価情報に 基づいて配列した番組表を作成し、表示する情報表示手 段を備えたことを特徴とする番組表表示装置。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH11282875A Filed: 1998-03-27 Issued: 1999-10-15 情報フィルタリング装置 (Original Assignee) Oki Electric Ind Co Ltd; 沖電気工業株式会社 Takeshi Sugai, 猛 菅井 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (データ) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11282875A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 情報フィルタリングの要求者であるユー ザと、他の複数のユーザが、同一の情報資源に対して評 価を行い、この評価値に基づき、前記他の複数のユーザ のうち、前記要求者であるユーザと類似度の最も高いユ ーザを抽出し、前記情報フィルタリングの要求者である ユーザが未評価である情報資源に対して、前記類似度の 最も高いユーザが当該情報資源をどう評価したかという 情報を用いて、前記未評価の情報資源をフィルタリング するソーシャルフィルタリング管理部と、 任意の情報資源に対してプロファイルを設定し、このプ ロファイルと当該任意の情報資源とのパターンマッチに よりフィルタリングを行う内容に基づくフィルタリング 管理部と、 任意の情報資源に対して、前記ソーシャルフィルタリン グ管理部のフィルタリングか、前記内容に基づくフィル タリング管理部によるフィルタリングかのいずれのフィ ルタリングを用いるかを指定すると共に、双方のフィル タリングを用いる場合は、その順序を指定するインタフ ェース管理部とを備えたことを特徴とする情報 (receiver information) フィルタ リング装置。 JPH11282875A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 請求項１〜３のいずれかに記載の情報フ ィルタリング装置において、 ソーシャルフィルタリング管理部のフィルタリング結果 と内容に基づくフィルタリング管理部のフィルタリング 結果とを合成し、かつ、その合成の割合を任意に選択す るデータ (communication device) 合成部とを備えたことを特徴とする情報フィル タリング装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (データ) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11282875A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 請求項１〜３のいずれかに記載の情報フ ィルタリング装置において、 ソーシャルフィルタリング管理部のフィルタリング結果 と内容に基づくフィルタリング管理部のフィルタリング 結果とを合成し、かつ、その合成の割合を任意に選択す るデータ (communication device) 合成部とを備えたことを特徴とする情報フィル タリング装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11282875A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 情報フィルタリングの要求者であるユー ザと、他の複数のユーザが、同一の情報資源に対して評 価を行い、この評価値に基づき、前記他の複数のユーザ のうち、前記要求者であるユーザと類似度の最も高いユ ーザを抽出し、前記情報フィルタリングの要求者である ユーザが未評価である情報資源に対して、前記類似度の 最も高いユーザが当該情報資源をどう評価したかという 情報を用いて、前記未評価の情報資源をフィルタリング するソーシャルフィルタリング管理部と、 任意の情報資源に対してプロファイルを設定し、このプ ロファイルと当該任意の情報資源とのパターンマッチに よりフィルタリングを行う内容に基づくフィルタリング 管理部と、 任意の情報資源に対して、前記ソーシャルフィルタリン グ管理部のフィルタリングか、前記内容に基づくフィル タリング管理部によるフィルタリングかのいずれのフィ ルタリングを用いるかを指定すると共に、双方のフィル タリングを用いる場合は、その順序を指定するインタフ ェース管理部とを備えたことを特徴とする情報 (receiver information) フィルタ リング装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (する情報) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information (インタフェース) regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (データ) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11282875A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 情報フィルタリングの要求者であるユー ザと、他の複数のユーザが、同一の情報資源に対して評 価を行い、この評価値に基づき、前記他の複数のユーザ のうち、前記要求者であるユーザと類似度の最も高いユ ーザを抽出し、前記情報フィルタリングの要求者である ユーザが未評価である情報資源に対して、前記類似度の 最も高いユーザが当該情報資源をどう評価したかという 情報を用いて、前記未評価の情報資源をフィルタリング するソーシャルフィルタリング管理部と、 任意の情報資源に対してプロファイルを設定し、このプ ロファイルと当該任意の情報資源とのパターンマッチに よりフィルタリングを行う内容に基づくフィルタリング 管理部と、 任意の情報資源に対して、前記ソーシャルフィルタリン グ管理部のフィルタリングか、前記内容に基づくフィル タリング管理部によるフィルタリングかのいずれのフィ ルタリングを用いるかを指定すると共に、双方のフィル タリングを用いる場合は、その順序を指定するインタフ ェース管理部とを備えたことを特徴とする情報 (receiver information) フィルタ リング装置。 JPH11282875A CLAIM 3 【請求項３】 請求項１または２に記載の情報フィルタ リング装置において、 ユーザと同一のグループに所属し、当該ユーザと相互に 面識のある他のユーザが、特定の情報資源を推薦した場 合に、この推薦した情報資源をフィルタリング結果とし て出力する推薦に基づくフィルタリング管理部と、 ソーシャルフィルタリング管理部によるフィルタリング と、内容に基づくフィルタリング管理部によるフィルタ リングと、推薦に基づくフィルタリング管理部によるフ ィルタリングとを選択するインタフェース (apparatus stores information) 管理部とを備 えたことを特徴とする情報フィルタリング装置。 JPH11282875A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 請求項１〜３のいずれかに記載の情報フ ィルタリング装置において、 ソーシャルフィルタリング管理部のフィルタリング結果 と内容に基づくフィルタリング管理部のフィルタリング 結果とを合成し、かつ、その合成の割合を任意に選択す るデータ (communication device) 合成部とを備えたことを特徴とする情報フィル タリング装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (データ) . |
JPH11282875A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 請求項１〜３のいずれかに記載の情報フ ィルタリング装置において、 ソーシャルフィルタリング管理部のフィルタリング結果 と内容に基づくフィルタリング管理部のフィルタリング 結果とを合成し、かつ、その合成の割合を任意に選択す るデータ (communication device) 合成部とを備えたことを特徴とする情報フィル タリング装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (データ) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11282875A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 請求項１〜３のいずれかに記載の情報フ ィルタリング装置において、 ソーシャルフィルタリング管理部のフィルタリング結果 と内容に基づくフィルタリング管理部のフィルタリング 結果とを合成し、かつ、その合成の割合を任意に選択す るデータ (communication device) 合成部とを備えたことを特徴とする情報フィル タリング装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (データ) . |
JPH11282875A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 請求項１〜３のいずれかに記載の情報フ ィルタリング装置において、 ソーシャルフィルタリング管理部のフィルタリング結果 と内容に基づくフィルタリング管理部のフィルタリング 結果とを合成し、かつ、その合成の割合を任意に選択す るデータ (communication device) 合成部とを備えたことを特徴とする情報フィル タリング装置。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH11272574A Filed: 1998-03-19 Issued: 1999-10-08 情報配信方法および情報配信システム並びに情報配信処理プログラムを記録した記録媒体 (Original Assignee) Seiko Epson Corp; セイコーエプソン株式会社 Michihiro Nagaishi, 道博 長石 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (カード) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11272574A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 ユーザからの情報送信要求を情報配信サ ーバが受けて、その情報送信要求に基づいた情報をクラ イアント情報機器に送信する情報 (receiver information) 配信方法において、 前記情報配信サーバは、前記情報送信要求を出している クライアント情報機器の状況とそれを使用するユーザの 状況の少なくとも一方の状況を把握し、その把握内容に 基づいてそれに適合した情報をクライアント情報機器に 送信することを特徴とする情報配信方法。 JPH11272574A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 前記ユーザの個人的な状況を示す内容 は、個人識別カード (memory stores information) に予め登録しておき、その個人識別 カードを有するユーザが情報配信サーバ側に情報送信要 求を送る際、前記クライアント情報機器が当該ユーザの 個人識別カード内容を読み取ることで、そのユーザを特 定して当該ユーザの個人的な状況を示す内容を情報配信 サーバ側に送るようにしたことを特徴とする請求項２ま たは３に記載の情報配信方法。 JPH11272574A CLAIM 14 【請求項１４】 ユーザからの情報送信要求を情報配信 サーバが受けて、その情報送信要求に基づいた情報をク ライアント情報機器に送信する情報配信システム (communication device, second communication device) におい て、 上記情報配信サーバ側は、配信すべき情報を蓄えるデー タベース部と、 情報送信要求を出しているクライアント情報機器の状況 とそれを使用するユーザの状況の少なくとも一方の状況 を把握し、その把握結果に基づいてそれに適合した情報 を出力する配信情報処理部と、 を有し、 クライアント情報機器からの情報送信要求に対応する情 報に対し、前記クライアント情報機器の状況とそれを使 用するユーザの状況の少なくとも一方の状況に基づいて それに適合した情報を、前記配信情報処理部で得て、そ の情報をクライアント情報機器に送信することを特徴と する情報配信システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11272574A CLAIM 14 【請求項１４】 ユーザからの情報送信要求を情報配信 サーバが受けて、その情報送信要求に基づいた情報をク ライアント情報機器に送信する情報配信システム (communication device, second communication device) におい て、 上記情報配信サーバ側は、配信すべき情報を蓄えるデー タベース部と、 情報送信要求を出しているクライアント情報機器の状況 とそれを使用するユーザの状況の少なくとも一方の状況 を把握し、その把握結果に基づいてそれに適合した情報 を出力する配信情報処理部と、 を有し、 クライアント情報機器からの情報送信要求に対応する情 報に対し、前記クライアント情報機器の状況とそれを使 用するユーザの状況の少なくとも一方の状況に基づいて それに適合した情報を、前記配信情報処理部で得て、そ の情報をクライアント情報機器に送信することを特徴と する情報配信システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (カード) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11272574A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 ユーザからの情報送信要求を情報配信サ ーバが受けて、その情報送信要求に基づいた情報をクラ イアント情報機器に送信する情報 (receiver information) 配信方法において、 前記情報配信サーバは、前記情報送信要求を出している クライアント情報機器の状況とそれを使用するユーザの 状況の少なくとも一方の状況を把握し、その把握内容に 基づいてそれに適合した情報をクライアント情報機器に 送信することを特徴とする情報配信方法。 JPH11272574A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 前記ユーザの個人的な状況を示す内容 は、個人識別カード (memory stores information) に予め登録しておき、その個人識別 カードを有するユーザが情報配信サーバ側に情報送信要 求を送る際、前記クライアント情報機器が当該ユーザの 個人識別カード内容を読み取ることで、そのユーザを特 定して当該ユーザの個人的な状況を示す内容を情報配信 サーバ側に送るようにしたことを特徴とする請求項２ま たは３に記載の情報配信方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (する情報) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (システム) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11272574A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 ユーザからの情報送信要求を情報配信サ ーバが受けて、その情報送信要求に基づいた情報をクラ イアント情報機器に送信する情報 (receiver information) 配信方法において、 前記情報配信サーバは、前記情報送信要求を出している クライアント情報機器の状況とそれを使用するユーザの 状況の少なくとも一方の状況を把握し、その把握内容に 基づいてそれに適合した情報をクライアント情報機器に 送信することを特徴とする情報配信方法。 JPH11272574A CLAIM 14 【請求項１４】 ユーザからの情報送信要求を情報配信 サーバが受けて、その情報送信要求に基づいた情報をク ライアント情報機器に送信する情報配信システム (communication device, second communication device) におい て、 上記情報配信サーバ側は、配信すべき情報を蓄えるデー タベース部と、 情報送信要求を出しているクライアント情報機器の状況 とそれを使用するユーザの状況の少なくとも一方の状況 を把握し、その把握結果に基づいてそれに適合した情報 を出力する配信情報処理部と、 を有し、 クライアント情報機器からの情報送信要求に対応する情 報に対し、前記クライアント情報機器の状況とそれを使 用するユーザの状況の少なくとも一方の状況に基づいて それに適合した情報を、前記配信情報処理部で得て、そ の情報をクライアント情報機器に送信することを特徴と する情報配信システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (システム) . |
JPH11272574A CLAIM 14 【請求項１４】 ユーザからの情報送信要求を情報配信 サーバが受けて、その情報送信要求に基づいた情報をク ライアント情報機器に送信する情報配信システム (communication device, second communication device) におい て、 上記情報配信サーバ側は、配信すべき情報を蓄えるデー タベース部と、 情報送信要求を出しているクライアント情報機器の状況 とそれを使用するユーザの状況の少なくとも一方の状況 を把握し、その把握結果に基づいてそれに適合した情報 を出力する配信情報処理部と、 を有し、 クライアント情報機器からの情報送信要求に対応する情 報に対し、前記クライアント情報機器の状況とそれを使 用するユーザの状況の少なくとも一方の状況に基づいて それに適合した情報を、前記配信情報処理部で得て、そ の情報をクライアント情報機器に送信することを特徴と する情報配信システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11272574A CLAIM 14 【請求項１４】 ユーザからの情報送信要求を情報配信 サーバが受けて、その情報送信要求に基づいた情報をク ライアント情報機器に送信する情報配信システム (communication device, second communication device) におい て、 上記情報配信サーバ側は、配信すべき情報を蓄えるデー タベース部と、 情報送信要求を出しているクライアント情報機器の状況 とそれを使用するユーザの状況の少なくとも一方の状況 を把握し、その把握結果に基づいてそれに適合した情報 を出力する配信情報処理部と、 を有し、 クライアント情報機器からの情報送信要求に対応する情 報に対し、前記クライアント情報機器の状況とそれを使 用するユーザの状況の少なくとも一方の状況に基づいて それに適合した情報を、前記配信情報処理部で得て、そ の情報をクライアント情報機器に送信することを特徴と する情報配信システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (カード) regarding the piece of luggage . |
JPH11272574A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 前記ユーザの個人的な状況を示す内容 は、個人識別カード (memory stores information) に予め登録しておき、その個人識別 カードを有するユーザが情報配信サーバ側に情報送信要 求を送る際、前記クライアント情報機器が当該ユーザの 個人識別カード内容を読み取ることで、そのユーザを特 定して当該ユーザの個人的な状況を示す内容を情報配信 サーバ側に送るようにしたことを特徴とする請求項２ま たは３に記載の情報配信方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (システム) . |
JPH11272574A CLAIM 14 【請求項１４】 ユーザからの情報送信要求を情報配信 サーバが受けて、その情報送信要求に基づいた情報をク ライアント情報機器に送信する情報配信システム (communication device, second communication device) におい て、 上記情報配信サーバ側は、配信すべき情報を蓄えるデー タベース部と、 情報送信要求を出しているクライアント情報機器の状況 とそれを使用するユーザの状況の少なくとも一方の状況 を把握し、その把握結果に基づいてそれに適合した情報 を出力する配信情報処理部と、 を有し、 クライアント情報機器からの情報送信要求に対応する情 報に対し、前記クライアント情報機器の状況とそれを使 用するユーザの状況の少なくとも一方の状況に基づいて それに適合した情報を、前記配信情報処理部で得て、そ の情報をクライアント情報機器に送信することを特徴と する情報配信システム。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH117453A Filed: 1998-03-17 Issued: 1999-01-12 メディア情報推薦装置 (Original Assignee) Mitsubishi Electric Corp; 三菱電機株式会社 Akira Kotani, 亮 小谷 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH117453A CLAIM 12 【請求項１２】 ユーザによる入力操作を受け付ける操 作入力手段と、 複数のメディア情報源の中から前記操作入力手段を介し てユーザにより選択されたメディア情報源からのメディ ア情報を出力する情報 (receiver information) 出力手段と、 前記情報出力手段がメディア情報を出力している間のユ ーザの行為に基づいて当該メディア情報に対するユーザ の注目度合いを表す情報注目度を評価する情報注目度評 価手段と、 前記情報注目度に基づいて、送られてくる新着情報の中 からユーザの好みに合致したメディア情報の推薦を行う メディア情報推薦手段と、 を有することを特徴とするメディア情報推薦装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH117453A CLAIM 12 【請求項１２】 ユーザによる入力操作を受け付ける操 作入力手段と、 複数のメディア情報源の中から前記操作入力手段を介し てユーザにより選択されたメディア情報源からのメディ ア情報を出力する情報 (receiver information) 出力手段と、 前記情報出力手段がメディア情報を出力している間のユ ーザの行為に基づいて当該メディア情報に対するユーザ の注目度合いを表す情報注目度を評価する情報注目度評 価手段と、 前記情報注目度に基づいて、送られてくる新着情報の中 からユーザの好みに合致したメディア情報の推薦を行う メディア情報推薦手段と、 を有することを特徴とするメディア情報推薦装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (する情報) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH117453A CLAIM 12 【請求項１２】 ユーザによる入力操作を受け付ける操 作入力手段と、 複数のメディア情報源の中から前記操作入力手段を介し てユーザにより選択されたメディア情報源からのメディ ア情報を出力する情報 (receiver information) 出力手段と、 前記情報出力手段がメディア情報を出力している間のユ ーザの行為に基づいて当該メディア情報に対するユーザ の注目度合いを表す情報注目度を評価する情報注目度評 価手段と、 前記情報注目度に基づいて、送られてくる新着情報の中 からユーザの好みに合致したメディア情報の推薦を行う メディア情報推薦手段と、 を有することを特徴とするメディア情報推薦装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (は情報, ページ) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH117453A CLAIM 11 【請求項１１】 ページ (sensor monitors) 情報を出力するネットワーク情 報源を少なくとも１つの前記メディア情報源並びに前記 新着情報源とした場合、 前記属性抽出手段は、前記ページ情報からページ属性情 報を抽出し出力するページ属性抽出部を有し、 前記アクセス監視手段は、ユーザがページ情報を閲覧し たときに、そのページ情報の前記ページ属性情報に基づ きページ監視情報を出力するページアクセス監視部を有 することを特徴とする請求項１記載のメディア情報推薦 装置。 JPH117453A CLAIM 17 【請求項１７】 前記情報出力手段は、情報又は情報 (sensor monitors) の 一部の音による出力を可能とし、 前記情報注目度評価手段は、音量調整操作頻度に基づい て情報注目度を評価することを特徴とする請求項１６記 載のメディア情報推薦装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (は情報, ページ) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
JPH117453A CLAIM 11 【請求項１１】 ページ (sensor monitors) 情報を出力するネットワーク情 報源を少なくとも１つの前記メディア情報源並びに前記 新着情報源とした場合、 前記属性抽出手段は、前記ページ情報からページ属性情 報を抽出し出力するページ属性抽出部を有し、 前記アクセス監視手段は、ユーザがページ情報を閲覧し たときに、そのページ情報の前記ページ属性情報に基づ きページ監視情報を出力するページアクセス監視部を有 することを特徴とする請求項１記載のメディア情報推薦 装置。 JPH117453A CLAIM 17 【請求項１７】 前記情報出力手段は、情報又は情報 (sensor monitors) の 一部の音による出力を可能とし、 前記情報注目度評価手段は、音量調整操作頻度に基づい て情報注目度を評価することを特徴とする請求項１６記 載のメディア情報推薦装置。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH11259497A Filed: 1998-03-10 Issued: 1999-09-24 インタネットサービス提供装置 (Original Assignee) Fujitsu Ltd; 富士通株式会社 Osamu Ando, Makiko Doi, Noriaki Kawaguchi, 真木子 土井, 修 安藤, 徳明 川口 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (データ) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11259497A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】請求項１において、 該提供情報がサーバ情報分類データ (communication device) 及び定義データで構 成されていることを特徴としたインタネットサービス提 供装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (データ) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11259497A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】請求項１において、 該提供情報がサーバ情報分類データ (communication device) 及び定義データで構 成されていることを特徴としたインタネットサービス提 供装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information (インタフェース, サーバ) regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (データ) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11259497A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】提供情報を有するサーバ (apparatus stores information) と、 インタネットを介して該サーバと接続されるクライアン ト端末装置と、 利用者個人の嗜好情報を有し、該クライアント端末装置 から該サーバへの接続要求を受けた時に該サーバから該 提供情報を受信し該個人の嗜好情報と照合して該提供情 報の内、一致した情報の内容を該クライアント端末装置 に送信する制御装置と、 を備えたことを特徴とするインタネットサービス提供装 置。 JPH11259497A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】請求項１において、 該提供情報がサーバ情報分類データ (communication device) 及び定義データで構 成されていることを特徴としたインタネットサービス提 供装置。 JPH11259497A CLAIM 10 【請求項１０】請求項１乃至９のいずれかにおいて、 該ユーザインタフェース (apparatus stores information) が、ＷＷＷブラウザであること を特徴としたインタネットサービス提供装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (データ) . |
JPH11259497A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】請求項１において、 該提供情報がサーバ情報分類データ (communication device) 及び定義データで構 成されていることを特徴としたインタネットサービス提 供装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (データ) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11259497A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】請求項１において、 該提供情報がサーバ情報分類データ (communication device) 及び定義データで構 成されていることを特徴としたインタネットサービス提 供装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (データ) . |
JPH11259497A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】請求項１において、 該提供情報がサーバ情報分類データ (communication device) 及び定義データで構 成されていることを特徴としたインタネットサービス提 供装置。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH11250091A Filed: 1998-03-04 Issued: 1999-09-17 類推と遺伝的アルゴリズムを利用した情報提供方法 (Original Assignee) Hitachi Ltd; 株式会社日立製作所 Masaya Okayama, 将也 岡山 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (遺伝的アルゴリズム) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11250091A CLAIM 3 【請求項３】請求項１において、ユーザに対して提供さ れる情報に対して、遺伝的アルゴリズム (processor processes information) の突然変移の考 え方を応用したユーザの意向および興味を条件にした条 件付き変移を起こして、その結果の情報をユーザに提供 し、ユーザの反応からそれをフィードバックさせ、より ユーザのひらめきを誘発させるような情報を提供するこ とを特徴とした情報提供方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (遺伝的アルゴリズム) regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11250091A CLAIM 3 【請求項３】請求項１において、ユーザに対して提供さ れる情報に対して、遺伝的アルゴリズム (processor processes information) の突然変移の考 え方を応用したユーザの意向および興味を条件にした条 件付き変移を起こして、その結果の情報をユーザに提供 し、ユーザの反応からそれをフィードバックさせ、より ユーザのひらめきを誘発させるような情報を提供するこ とを特徴とした情報提供方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (ページ) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11250091A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】請求項１において、ブラウジングに焦点を おき、現状のページ (sensor monitors) だけでなく、過去のユーザの履歴、 およびユーザの履歴に良く似た他のユーザの履歴に対 し、類似推論を利用して情報の提供をおこなうことを特 徴とした情報提供方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information (遺伝的アルゴリズム) regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11250091A CLAIM 3 【請求項３】請求項１において、ユーザに対して提供さ れる情報に対して、遺伝的アルゴリズム (processor processes information) の突然変移の考 え方を応用したユーザの意向および興味を条件にした条 件付き変移を起こして、その結果の情報をユーザに提供 し、ユーザの反応からそれをフィードバックさせ、より ユーザのひらめきを誘発させるような情報を提供するこ とを特徴とした情報提供方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (ページ) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
JPH11250091A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】請求項１において、ブラウジングに焦点を おき、現状のページ (sensor monitors) だけでなく、過去のユーザの履歴、 およびユーザの履歴に良く似た他のユーザの履歴に対 し、類似推論を利用して情報の提供をおこなうことを特 徴とした情報提供方法。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH11232287A Filed: 1998-02-12 Issued: 1999-08-27 ユーザ適応情報配信システムおよび情報配信プログラムを記録した記憶媒体 (Original Assignee) Fujitsu Ltd; 富士通株式会社 Tadashi Hoshiai, 忠 星合 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (前記判定手段) , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11232287A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 情報提供者側のサーバに備えられた配信 手段が、前記サーバの情報蓄積手段に蓄積された配信対 象の文書情報を利用者側のクライアントに自動的に配信 するプッシュ型の情報配信サービスシステム (communication device, second communication device) に備えら れ、利用者に応じて前記配信手段による情報配信処理を 制御するユーザ適応情報配信システムにおいて、 前記クライアントにおいて利用者がアクセスする文書情 報の統計的特徴を示す情報を利用者のアクセス特性とし て入力する特性入力手段と、 前記情報蓄積手段に蓄積された文書情報それぞれについ て、その統計的特徴を抽出する特徴抽出手段と、 前記利用者のアクセス特性と前記特徴抽出手段による抽 出結果とに基づいて、前記利用者がアクセスする文書情 報と前記配信対象の文書情報それぞれとの類似度を評価 する評価手段と、 前記評価手段による評価結果に応じて、類似度の高い文 書情報を選択的に前記配信手段による配信処理に供する 配信制御手段とを備えたことを特徴とするユーザ適応情 報配信システム。 JPH11232287A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 情報提供者側のサーバに備えられた配信 手段が、前記サーバの情報蓄積手段に蓄積された配信対 象の文書情報を利用者側のクライアントに自動的に配信 するプッシュ型の情報配信サービスシステムに備えら れ、利用者に応じて前記配信手段による情報配信処理を 制御するユーザ適応情報配信システムにおいて、 前記配信対象の文書情報それぞれに関する属性情報と前 記文書情報の内容である本文情報とをそれぞれ所定の公 開キーと所定の秘密キーとを用いて暗号化し、得られた 暗号化属性情報および暗号化本文情報を配信情報として 前記配信手段による配信処理に供する暗号化手段と、 前記配信手段から受信した配信情報に含まれる暗号化属 性情報を前記公開キーを用いて復号化し、該当する文書 情報に関する属性情報を復元する属性復元手段と、 利用者が必要とする文書情報が満たすべき条件を受け取 り、この条件と前記属性情報とを照合することにより、 該当する配信情報を受け取るか否かを判定する判定手段 と、 前記暗号化手段から前記秘密キーに関する情報 (receiver information) を受け取 っており、配信情報を受け取る旨の判定結果に応じて、 前記秘密キーを利用可能とするキー管理手段と、 配信情報を受け取る旨の判定結果に応じて、前記キー管 理手段から前記秘密キーを受け取り、前記暗号化本文情 報をこの秘密キーを用いて復号化し、復元した本文情報 を前記クライアントの処理に供する本文復元手段と、 配信情報を受け取らない旨の判定結果に応じて、前記配 信情報をそのまま前記サーバに返品する返品手段とを備 え、 前記サーバは、前記判定手段 (destination information) による判定結果に応じて、 配信情報についての課金処理を制御する課金制御手段を 備えた構成であることを特徴とするユーザ適応情報配信 システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11232287A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 情報提供者側のサーバに備えられた配信 手段が、前記サーバの情報蓄積手段に蓄積された配信対 象の文書情報を利用者側のクライアントに自動的に配信 するプッシュ型の情報配信サービスシステム (communication device, second communication device) に備えら れ、利用者に応じて前記配信手段による情報配信処理を 制御するユーザ適応情報配信システムにおいて、 前記クライアントにおいて利用者がアクセスする文書情 報の統計的特徴を示す情報を利用者のアクセス特性とし て入力する特性入力手段と、 前記情報蓄積手段に蓄積された文書情報それぞれについ て、その統計的特徴を抽出する特徴抽出手段と、 前記利用者のアクセス特性と前記特徴抽出手段による抽 出結果とに基づいて、前記利用者がアクセスする文書情 報と前記配信対象の文書情報それぞれとの類似度を評価 する評価手段と、 前記評価手段による評価結果に応じて、類似度の高い文 書情報を選択的に前記配信手段による配信処理に供する 配信制御手段とを備えたことを特徴とするユーザ適応情 報配信システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (前記判定手段) , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11232287A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 情報提供者側のサーバに備えられた配信 手段が、前記サーバの情報蓄積手段に蓄積された配信対 象の文書情報を利用者側のクライアントに自動的に配信 するプッシュ型の情報配信サービスシステムに備えら れ、利用者に応じて前記配信手段による情報配信処理を 制御するユーザ適応情報配信システムにおいて、 前記配信対象の文書情報それぞれに関する属性情報と前 記文書情報の内容である本文情報とをそれぞれ所定の公 開キーと所定の秘密キーとを用いて暗号化し、得られた 暗号化属性情報および暗号化本文情報を配信情報として 前記配信手段による配信処理に供する暗号化手段と、 前記配信手段から受信した配信情報に含まれる暗号化属 性情報を前記公開キーを用いて復号化し、該当する文書 情報に関する属性情報を復元する属性復元手段と、 利用者が必要とする文書情報が満たすべき条件を受け取 り、この条件と前記属性情報とを照合することにより、 該当する配信情報を受け取るか否かを判定する判定手段 と、 前記暗号化手段から前記秘密キーに関する情報 (receiver information) を受け取 っており、配信情報を受け取る旨の判定結果に応じて、 前記秘密キーを利用可能とするキー管理手段と、 配信情報を受け取る旨の判定結果に応じて、前記キー管 理手段から前記秘密キーを受け取り、前記暗号化本文情 報をこの秘密キーを用いて復号化し、復元した本文情報 を前記クライアントの処理に供する本文復元手段と、 配信情報を受け取らない旨の判定結果に応じて、前記配 信情報をそのまま前記サーバに返品する返品手段とを備 え、 前記サーバは、前記判定手段 (destination information) による判定結果に応じて、 配信情報についての課金処理を制御する課金制御手段を 備えた構成であることを特徴とするユーザ適応情報配信 システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (前記判定手段) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (する情報) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (システム) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11232287A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 情報提供者側のサーバに備えられた配信 手段が、前記サーバの情報蓄積手段に蓄積された配信対 象の文書情報を利用者側のクライアントに自動的に配信 するプッシュ型の情報配信サービスシステム (communication device, second communication device) に備えら れ、利用者に応じて前記配信手段による情報配信処理を 制御するユーザ適応情報配信システムにおいて、 前記クライアントにおいて利用者がアクセスする文書情 報の統計的特徴を示す情報を利用者のアクセス特性とし て入力する特性入力手段と、 前記情報蓄積手段に蓄積された文書情報それぞれについ て、その統計的特徴を抽出する特徴抽出手段と、 前記利用者のアクセス特性と前記特徴抽出手段による抽 出結果とに基づいて、前記利用者がアクセスする文書情 報と前記配信対象の文書情報それぞれとの類似度を評価 する評価手段と、 前記評価手段による評価結果に応じて、類似度の高い文 書情報を選択的に前記配信手段による配信処理に供する 配信制御手段とを備えたことを特徴とするユーザ適応情 報配信システム。 JPH11232287A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 情報提供者側のサーバに備えられた配信 手段が、前記サーバの情報蓄積手段に蓄積された配信対 象の文書情報を利用者側のクライアントに自動的に配信 するプッシュ型の情報配信サービスシステムに備えら れ、利用者に応じて前記配信手段による情報配信処理を 制御するユーザ適応情報配信システムにおいて、 前記配信対象の文書情報それぞれに関する属性情報と前 記文書情報の内容である本文情報とをそれぞれ所定の公 開キーと所定の秘密キーとを用いて暗号化し、得られた 暗号化属性情報および暗号化本文情報を配信情報として 前記配信手段による配信処理に供する暗号化手段と、 前記配信手段から受信した配信情報に含まれる暗号化属 性情報を前記公開キーを用いて復号化し、該当する文書 情報に関する属性情報を復元する属性復元手段と、 利用者が必要とする文書情報が満たすべき条件を受け取 り、この条件と前記属性情報とを照合することにより、 該当する配信情報を受け取るか否かを判定する判定手段 と、 前記暗号化手段から前記秘密キーに関する情報 (receiver information) を受け取 っており、配信情報を受け取る旨の判定結果に応じて、 前記秘密キーを利用可能とするキー管理手段と、 配信情報を受け取る旨の判定結果に応じて、前記キー管 理手段から前記秘密キーを受け取り、前記暗号化本文情 報をこの秘密キーを用いて復号化し、復元した本文情報 を前記クライアントの処理に供する本文復元手段と、 配信情報を受け取らない旨の判定結果に応じて、前記配 信情報をそのまま前記サーバに返品する返品手段とを備 え、 前記サーバは、前記判定手段 (destination information) による判定結果に応じて、 配信情報についての課金処理を制御する課金制御手段を 備えた構成であることを特徴とするユーザ適応情報配信 システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (システム) . |
JPH11232287A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 情報提供者側のサーバに備えられた配信 手段が、前記サーバの情報蓄積手段に蓄積された配信対 象の文書情報を利用者側のクライアントに自動的に配信 するプッシュ型の情報配信サービスシステム (communication device, second communication device) に備えら れ、利用者に応じて前記配信手段による情報配信処理を 制御するユーザ適応情報配信システムにおいて、 前記クライアントにおいて利用者がアクセスする文書情 報の統計的特徴を示す情報を利用者のアクセス特性とし て入力する特性入力手段と、 前記情報蓄積手段に蓄積された文書情報それぞれについ て、その統計的特徴を抽出する特徴抽出手段と、 前記利用者のアクセス特性と前記特徴抽出手段による抽 出結果とに基づいて、前記利用者がアクセスする文書情 報と前記配信対象の文書情報それぞれとの類似度を評価 する評価手段と、 前記評価手段による評価結果に応じて、類似度の高い文 書情報を選択的に前記配信手段による配信処理に供する 配信制御手段とを備えたことを特徴とするユーザ適応情 報配信システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11232287A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 情報提供者側のサーバに備えられた配信 手段が、前記サーバの情報蓄積手段に蓄積された配信対 象の文書情報を利用者側のクライアントに自動的に配信 するプッシュ型の情報配信サービスシステム (communication device, second communication device) に備えら れ、利用者に応じて前記配信手段による情報配信処理を 制御するユーザ適応情報配信システムにおいて、 前記クライアントにおいて利用者がアクセスする文書情 報の統計的特徴を示す情報を利用者のアクセス特性とし て入力する特性入力手段と、 前記情報蓄積手段に蓄積された文書情報それぞれについ て、その統計的特徴を抽出する特徴抽出手段と、 前記利用者のアクセス特性と前記特徴抽出手段による抽 出結果とに基づいて、前記利用者がアクセスする文書情 報と前記配信対象の文書情報それぞれとの類似度を評価 する評価手段と、 前記評価手段による評価結果に応じて、類似度の高い文 書情報を選択的に前記配信手段による配信処理に供する 配信制御手段とを備えたことを特徴とするユーザ適応情 報配信システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (システム) . |
JPH11232287A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 情報提供者側のサーバに備えられた配信 手段が、前記サーバの情報蓄積手段に蓄積された配信対 象の文書情報を利用者側のクライアントに自動的に配信 するプッシュ型の情報配信サービスシステム (communication device, second communication device) に備えら れ、利用者に応じて前記配信手段による情報配信処理を 制御するユーザ適応情報配信システムにおいて、 前記クライアントにおいて利用者がアクセスする文書情 報の統計的特徴を示す情報を利用者のアクセス特性とし て入力する特性入力手段と、 前記情報蓄積手段に蓄積された文書情報それぞれについ て、その統計的特徴を抽出する特徴抽出手段と、 前記利用者のアクセス特性と前記特徴抽出手段による抽 出結果とに基づいて、前記利用者がアクセスする文書情 報と前記配信対象の文書情報それぞれとの類似度を評価 する評価手段と、 前記評価手段による評価結果に応じて、類似度の高い文 書情報を選択的に前記配信手段による配信処理に供する 配信制御手段とを備えたことを特徴とするユーザ適応情 報配信システム。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH11205706A Filed: 1998-01-07 Issued: 1999-07-30 番組情報編成装置 (Original Assignee) Matsushita Electric Ind Co Ltd; 松下電器産業株式会社 Hisayuki Kino, Norio Sanada, Kazutoshi Sumiya, Kiyokazu Yamanaka, 久行 喜納, 貴代和 山中, 紀男 眞田, 和俊 角谷 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information (文字列) ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11205706A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】 前記優先条件は、文字列 (payment instruction information) であり、 前記番組情報は、番組の内容を示す文字列を含み、 前記優先度付与手段は、各番組情報の文字列の一部が、 前記優先条件の一が含む文字列の全部又は一部と一致す る場合に、満たすと判断することを特徴とする請求項１ 記載の番組情報編成装置。 JPH11205706A CLAIM 7 【請求項７】 前記放送時間は、放送開始時刻と、放送 終了時刻又は放送終了時刻を特定する情報 (receiver information) とを含み、 前記抽出決定編成手段は、 前記番組情報を参照することで、一の番組の放送終了時 刻と自己の放送開始時刻とが一致するか又は一定時間以 内である全ての番組の番組特定情報を番組情報保持手段 より抽出し、抽出した各番組特定情報に付与された前記 優先度を抽出する抽出手段と、 抽出した優先度が高い順に、抽出した番組特定情報の優 先順位を決定する決定手段と、 決定した優先順位順に番組情報保持手段が保持する番組 情報を番組単位で編成する編成手段とを含むことを特徴 とする請求項１又は２記載の番組情報編成装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information (文字列) , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11205706A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】 前記優先条件は、文字列 (payment instruction information) であり、 前記番組情報は、番組の内容を示す文字列を含み、 前記優先度付与手段は、各番組情報の文字列の一部が、 前記優先条件の一が含む文字列の全部又は一部と一致す る場合に、満たすと判断することを特徴とする請求項１ 記載の番組情報編成装置。 JPH11205706A CLAIM 7 【請求項７】 前記放送時間は、放送開始時刻と、放送 終了時刻又は放送終了時刻を特定する情報 (receiver information) とを含み、 前記抽出決定編成手段は、 前記番組情報を参照することで、一の番組の放送終了時 刻と自己の放送開始時刻とが一致するか又は一定時間以 内である全ての番組の番組特定情報を番組情報保持手段 より抽出し、抽出した各番組特定情報に付与された前記 優先度を抽出する抽出手段と、 抽出した優先度が高い順に、抽出した番組特定情報の優 先順位を決定する決定手段と、 決定した優先順位順に番組情報保持手段が保持する番組 情報を番組単位で編成する編成手段とを含むことを特徴 とする請求項１又は２記載の番組情報編成装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (する情報) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information (文字列) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11205706A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】 前記優先条件は、文字列 (payment instruction information) であり、 前記番組情報は、番組の内容を示す文字列を含み、 前記優先度付与手段は、各番組情報の文字列の一部が、 前記優先条件の一が含む文字列の全部又は一部と一致す る場合に、満たすと判断することを特徴とする請求項１ 記載の番組情報編成装置。 JPH11205706A CLAIM 7 【請求項７】 前記放送時間は、放送開始時刻と、放送 終了時刻又は放送終了時刻を特定する情報 (receiver information) とを含み、 前記抽出決定編成手段は、 前記番組情報を参照することで、一の番組の放送終了時 刻と自己の放送開始時刻とが一致するか又は一定時間以 内である全ての番組の番組特定情報を番組情報保持手段 より抽出し、抽出した各番組特定情報に付与された前記 優先度を抽出する抽出手段と、 抽出した優先度が高い順に、抽出した番組特定情報の優 先順位を決定する決定手段と、 決定した優先順位順に番組情報保持手段が保持する番組 情報を番組単位で編成する編成手段とを含むことを特徴 とする請求項１又は２記載の番組情報編成装置。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH11195035A Filed: 1997-12-26 Issued: 1999-07-21 情報配信方法、情報配信方式及び装置 (Original Assignee) Nec Corp; 日本電気株式会社 Takahiro Ikeda, Hiraki Ishikawa, Akitoshi Okumura, 明俊 奥村, 崇博 池田, 開 石川 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information (配信方法) , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information (配信方法) , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11195035A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】利用者間で送受信される情報を履歴として 保持し、配信対象情報とコンテンツが類似する履歴を用 いて配信先のグループを生成して配信を行うことを特徴 とする情報 (receiver information) 配信方法 (delivery instruction information, delivery time information, delivery message) 。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information (配信方法) , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information (配信方法) , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11195035A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】利用者間で送受信される情報を履歴として 保持し、配信対象情報とコンテンツが類似する履歴を用 いて配信先のグループを生成して配信を行うことを特徴 とする情報 (receiver information) 配信方法 (delivery instruction information, delivery time information, delivery message) 。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (する情報) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information (配信方法) regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information (配信方法) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11195035A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】利用者間で送受信される情報を履歴として 保持し、配信対象情報とコンテンツが類似する履歴を用 いて配信先のグループを生成して配信を行うことを特徴 とする情報 (receiver information) 配信方法 (delivery instruction information, delivery time information, delivery message) 。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (配信方法) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
JPH11195035A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】利用者間で送受信される情報を履歴として 保持し、配信対象情報とコンテンツが類似する履歴を用 いて配信先のグループを生成して配信を行うことを特徴 とする情報配信方法 (delivery instruction information, delivery time information, delivery message) 。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (配信方法) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
JPH11195035A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】利用者間で送受信される情報を履歴として 保持し、配信対象情報とコンテンツが類似する履歴を用 いて配信先のグループを生成して配信を行うことを特徴 とする情報配信方法 (delivery instruction information, delivery time information, delivery message) 。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH11184890A Filed: 1997-12-18 Issued: 1999-07-09 個人関心事辞書作成装置 (Original Assignee) Fuji Xerox Co Ltd; 富士ゼロックス株式会社 Mamiko Oka, 満美子 岡 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (データ) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11184890A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 文書中から当該文書を作成した特定個人 の具体的な関心を表す語を抽出して、辞書にまとめる個 人関心事辞書作成装置であって、 特定個人によって作成されたテキストデータ (communication device) を含む文書 を記憶する情報 (receiver information) 記憶手段と、 前記文書中のテキストデータを解析するテキスト解析手 段と、 前記テキストデータ中の予め定めたテキスト単位中で固 有名詞と共起する語を当該テキストデータを作成した特 定個人の知識領域を表す抽象固有語候補として抽出し、 更に、当該固有名詞を抽出して各抽象固有語との共起頻 度をカウントする共起解析手段と、 前記共起する固有名詞の共起頻度を基準として前記抽象 固有語候補から抽象固有語を抽出する抽象固有語抽出手 段と、 前記抽出された抽象固有語と共起する固有名詞を、当該 抽象固有語が表す領域での前記特定個人の具体的な関心 を表す具体固有語として抽出する具体固有語抽出手段 と、 前記抽出された抽象固有語と具体固有語とを対応付けて 保持する固有語辞書手段と、 を備えたことを特徴とする個人関心事辞書作成装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (データ) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11184890A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 文書中から当該文書を作成した特定個人 の具体的な関心を表す語を抽出して、辞書にまとめる個 人関心事辞書作成装置であって、 特定個人によって作成されたテキストデータ (communication device) を含む文書 を記憶する情報記憶手段と、 前記文書中のテキストデータを解析するテキスト解析手 段と、 前記テキストデータ中の予め定めたテキスト単位中で固 有名詞と共起する語を当該テキストデータを作成した特 定個人の知識領域を表す抽象固有語候補として抽出し、 更に、当該固有名詞を抽出して各抽象固有語との共起頻 度をカウントする共起解析手段と、 前記共起する固有名詞の共起頻度を基準として前記抽象 固有語候補から抽象固有語を抽出する抽象固有語抽出手 段と、 前記抽出された抽象固有語と共起する固有名詞を、当該 抽象固有語が表す領域での前記特定個人の具体的な関心 を表す具体固有語として抽出する具体固有語抽出手段 と、 前記抽出された抽象固有語と具体固有語とを対応付けて 保持する固有語辞書手段と、 を備えたことを特徴とする個人関心事辞書作成装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11184890A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 文書中から当該文書を作成した特定個人 の具体的な関心を表す語を抽出して、辞書にまとめる個 人関心事辞書作成装置であって、 特定個人によって作成されたテキストデータを含む文書 を記憶する情報 (receiver information) 記憶手段と、 前記文書中のテキストデータを解析するテキスト解析手 段と、 前記テキストデータ中の予め定めたテキスト単位中で固 有名詞と共起する語を当該テキストデータを作成した特 定個人の知識領域を表す抽象固有語候補として抽出し、 更に、当該固有名詞を抽出して各抽象固有語との共起頻 度をカウントする共起解析手段と、 前記共起する固有名詞の共起頻度を基準として前記抽象 固有語候補から抽象固有語を抽出する抽象固有語抽出手 段と、 前記抽出された抽象固有語と共起する固有名詞を、当該 抽象固有語が表す領域での前記特定個人の具体的な関心 を表す具体固有語として抽出する具体固有語抽出手段 と、 前記抽出された抽象固有語と具体固有語とを対応付けて 保持する固有語辞書手段と、 を備えたことを特徴とする個人関心事辞書作成装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (する情報) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (データ) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11184890A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 文書中から当該文書を作成した特定個人 の具体的な関心を表す語を抽出して、辞書にまとめる個 人関心事辞書作成装置であって、 特定個人によって作成されたテキストデータ (communication device) を含む文書 を記憶する情報 (receiver information) 記憶手段と、 前記文書中のテキストデータを解析するテキスト解析手 段と、 前記テキストデータ中の予め定めたテキスト単位中で固 有名詞と共起する語を当該テキストデータを作成した特 定個人の知識領域を表す抽象固有語候補として抽出し、 更に、当該固有名詞を抽出して各抽象固有語との共起頻 度をカウントする共起解析手段と、 前記共起する固有名詞の共起頻度を基準として前記抽象 固有語候補から抽象固有語を抽出する抽象固有語抽出手 段と、 前記抽出された抽象固有語と共起する固有名詞を、当該 抽象固有語が表す領域での前記特定個人の具体的な関心 を表す具体固有語として抽出する具体固有語抽出手段 と、 前記抽出された抽象固有語と具体固有語とを対応付けて 保持する固有語辞書手段と、 を備えたことを特徴とする個人関心事辞書作成装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (データ) . |
JPH11184890A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 文書中から当該文書を作成した特定個人 の具体的な関心を表す語を抽出して、辞書にまとめる個 人関心事辞書作成装置であって、 特定個人によって作成されたテキストデータ (communication device) を含む文書 を記憶する情報記憶手段と、 前記文書中のテキストデータを解析するテキスト解析手 段と、 前記テキストデータ中の予め定めたテキスト単位中で固 有名詞と共起する語を当該テキストデータを作成した特 定個人の知識領域を表す抽象固有語候補として抽出し、 更に、当該固有名詞を抽出して各抽象固有語との共起頻 度をカウントする共起解析手段と、 前記共起する固有名詞の共起頻度を基準として前記抽象 固有語候補から抽象固有語を抽出する抽象固有語抽出手 段と、 前記抽出された抽象固有語と共起する固有名詞を、当該 抽象固有語が表す領域での前記特定個人の具体的な関心 を表す具体固有語として抽出する具体固有語抽出手段 と、 前記抽出された抽象固有語と具体固有語とを対応付けて 保持する固有語辞書手段と、 を備えたことを特徴とする個人関心事辞書作成装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (データ) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11184890A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 文書中から当該文書を作成した特定個人 の具体的な関心を表す語を抽出して、辞書にまとめる個 人関心事辞書作成装置であって、 特定個人によって作成されたテキストデータ (communication device) を含む文書 を記憶する情報記憶手段と、 前記文書中のテキストデータを解析するテキスト解析手 段と、 前記テキストデータ中の予め定めたテキスト単位中で固 有名詞と共起する語を当該テキストデータを作成した特 定個人の知識領域を表す抽象固有語候補として抽出し、 更に、当該固有名詞を抽出して各抽象固有語との共起頻 度をカウントする共起解析手段と、 前記共起する固有名詞の共起頻度を基準として前記抽象 固有語候補から抽象固有語を抽出する抽象固有語抽出手 段と、 前記抽出された抽象固有語と共起する固有名詞を、当該 抽象固有語が表す領域での前記特定個人の具体的な関心 を表す具体固有語として抽出する具体固有語抽出手段 と、 前記抽出された抽象固有語と具体固有語とを対応付けて 保持する固有語辞書手段と、 を備えたことを特徴とする個人関心事辞書作成装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (データ) . |
JPH11184890A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 文書中から当該文書を作成した特定個人 の具体的な関心を表す語を抽出して、辞書にまとめる個 人関心事辞書作成装置であって、 特定個人によって作成されたテキストデータ (communication device) を含む文書 を記憶する情報記憶手段と、 前記文書中のテキストデータを解析するテキスト解析手 段と、 前記テキストデータ中の予め定めたテキスト単位中で固 有名詞と共起する語を当該テキストデータを作成した特 定個人の知識領域を表す抽象固有語候補として抽出し、 更に、当該固有名詞を抽出して各抽象固有語との共起頻 度をカウントする共起解析手段と、 前記共起する固有名詞の共起頻度を基準として前記抽象 固有語候補から抽象固有語を抽出する抽象固有語抽出手 段と、 前記抽出された抽象固有語と共起する固有名詞を、当該 抽象固有語が表す領域での前記特定個人の具体的な関心 を表す具体固有語として抽出する具体固有語抽出手段 と、 前記抽出された抽象固有語と具体固有語とを対応付けて 保持する固有語辞書手段と、 を備えたことを特徴とする個人関心事辞書作成装置。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH11184891A Filed: 1997-12-18 Issued: 1999-07-09 個人プロファイル管理装置 (Original Assignee) Fuji Xerox Co Ltd; 富士ゼロックス株式会社 Makoto Hirose, 真 広瀬 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11184891A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 複数のクライアントシステムと当該クラ イアントシステム間の通信を管理するサーバシステムと を有し、当該クライアントシステムを利用する個人に関 する情報 (receiver information) を管理する個人プロファイル管理装置であっ て、 前記クライアントシステムは、 当該クライアントシステムを利用する個人が他者に送信 するテキストを獲得する送信情報獲得手段と、 前記テキストから単語を抜き出すとともに当該単語の出 現回数を計数して、当該単語に出現頻度を対応付けた単 語データを生成する単語分割／頻度計算手段と、を有 し、 前記サーバシステムは、 前記単語データを複数のクライアントシステムから受信 する高頻度単語獲得手段と、 前記受信した複数の単語データから複数の個人間で同一 の単語が出現する人数を単語人数データとして計算する 単語出現人数計算手段と、 前記単語人数データに基づいて個人毎の単語データを補 正して、他者に対する各個人の単語の相対的な顕現性の 度合いを個人プロファイルとして定める単語顕現度決定 手段と、を有することを特徴とする個人プロファイル管 理装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11184891A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 複数のクライアントシステムと当該クラ イアントシステム間の通信を管理するサーバシステムと を有し、当該クライアントシステムを利用する個人に関 する情報 (receiver information) を管理する個人プロファイル管理装置であっ て、 前記クライアントシステムは、 当該クライアントシステムを利用する個人が他者に送信 するテキストを獲得する送信情報獲得手段と、 前記テキストから単語を抜き出すとともに当該単語の出 現回数を計数して、当該単語に出現頻度を対応付けた単 語データを生成する単語分割／頻度計算手段と、を有 し、 前記サーバシステムは、 前記単語データを複数のクライアントシステムから受信 する高頻度単語獲得手段と、 前記受信した複数の単語データから複数の個人間で同一 の単語が出現する人数を単語人数データとして計算する 単語出現人数計算手段と、 前記単語人数データに基づいて個人毎の単語データを補 正して、他者に対する各個人の単語の相対的な顕現性の 度合いを個人プロファイルとして定める単語顕現度決定 手段と、を有することを特徴とする個人プロファイル管 理装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (する情報) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information (サーバ) regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11184891A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 複数のクライアントシステムと当該クラ イアントシステム間の通信を管理するサーバ (apparatus stores information) システムと を有し、当該クライアントシステムを利用する個人に関 する情報 (receiver information) を管理する個人プロファイル管理装置であっ て、 前記クライアントシステムは、 当該クライアントシステムを利用する個人が他者に送信 するテキストを獲得する送信情報獲得手段と、 前記テキストから単語を抜き出すとともに当該単語の出 現回数を計数して、当該単語に出現頻度を対応付けた単 語データを生成する単語分割／頻度計算手段と、を有 し、 前記サーバシステムは、 前記単語データを複数のクライアントシステムから受信 する高頻度単語獲得手段と、 前記受信した複数の単語データから複数の個人間で同一 の単語が出現する人数を単語人数データとして計算する 単語出現人数計算手段と、 前記単語人数データに基づいて個人毎の単語データを補 正して、他者に対する各個人の単語の相対的な顕現性の 度合いを個人プロファイルとして定める単語顕現度決定 手段と、を有することを特徴とする個人プロファイル管 理装置。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH11161670A Filed: 1997-12-01 Issued: 1999-06-18 情報フィルタリング方法、装置及びシステム (Original Assignee) Ntt Data Corp; 株式会社エヌ・ティ・ティ・データ Hiromi Kida, Tsutomu Matsunaga, 博巳 木田, 務 松永 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム, データ) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11161670A CLAIM 3 【請求項３】 電子化情報の特徴から冗長な次元が削除 されたベクトルを抽出するベクトル処理手段と、 ユーザの関心の有無を識別するための識別情報が付与さ れた電子化情報から前記ベクトル処理手段で抽出された 学習ベクトルに、所定の部分空間類別基準を適用して 「関心有」または「関心無」のいずれかのカテゴリに対 応するユーザプロファイルを作成するプロファイル作成 手段と、 選別対象となる新規電子化情報から前記ベクトル処理手 段で抽出された対象ベクトルと前記ユーザプロファイル との特徴差を、当該ユーザプロファイルに対応する部分 空間への射影により求め、この特徴差に基づいて前記新 規電子化情報を「関心有」または「関心無」のいずれか のカテゴリに選別する選別手段とを有し、 この選別手段による選別結果から新たな学習ベクトルを 抽出して前記プロファイル作成手段に導くように構成さ れていることを特徴とする情報 (receiver information) フィルタリング装置。 JPH11161670A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 前記ユーザプロファイルをユーザ毎に管 理するユーザ管理手段をさらに備え、このユーザ管理手 段が新規ユーザによる最初の選別であることを認識した ときに、当該新規ユーザについての初期プロファイル設 定用データ (communication device, second communication device) を対話式で取り込んで前記プロファイル作成 手段に当該新規ユーザについての前記ユーザプロファイ ルを作成させるように構成されていることを特徴とする 請求項３記載の情報フィルタリング装置。 JPH11161670A CLAIM 10 【請求項１０】 請求項３乃至９のいずれかの項に記載 された情報フィルタリング装置を通信回線に接続し、前 記通信回線を通じて流通する電子化情報が、前記情報フ ィルタリング装置に取り込まれるように構成された情報 フィルタリングシステム (communication device, second communication device) 。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム, データ) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11161670A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 前記ユーザプロファイルをユーザ毎に管 理するユーザ管理手段をさらに備え、このユーザ管理手 段が新規ユーザによる最初の選別であることを認識した ときに、当該新規ユーザについての初期プロファイル設 定用データ (communication device, second communication device) を対話式で取り込んで前記プロファイル作成 手段に当該新規ユーザについての前記ユーザプロファイ ルを作成させるように構成されていることを特徴とする 請求項３記載の情報フィルタリング装置。 JPH11161670A CLAIM 10 【請求項１０】 請求項３乃至９のいずれかの項に記載 された情報フィルタリング装置を通信回線に接続し、前 記通信回線を通じて流通する電子化情報が、前記情報フ ィルタリング装置に取り込まれるように構成された情報 フィルタリングシステム (communication device, second communication device) 。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11161670A CLAIM 3 【請求項３】 電子化情報の特徴から冗長な次元が削除 されたベクトルを抽出するベクトル処理手段と、 ユーザの関心の有無を識別するための識別情報が付与さ れた電子化情報から前記ベクトル処理手段で抽出された 学習ベクトルに、所定の部分空間類別基準を適用して 「関心有」または「関心無」のいずれかのカテゴリに対 応するユーザプロファイルを作成するプロファイル作成 手段と、 選別対象となる新規電子化情報から前記ベクトル処理手 段で抽出された対象ベクトルと前記ユーザプロファイル との特徴差を、当該ユーザプロファイルに対応する部分 空間への射影により求め、この特徴差に基づいて前記新 規電子化情報を「関心有」または「関心無」のいずれか のカテゴリに選別する選別手段とを有し、 この選別手段による選別結果から新たな学習ベクトルを 抽出して前記プロファイル作成手段に導くように構成さ れていることを特徴とする情報 (receiver information) フィルタリング装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (する情報) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (システム, データ) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11161670A CLAIM 3 【請求項３】 電子化情報の特徴から冗長な次元が削除 されたベクトルを抽出するベクトル処理手段と、 ユーザの関心の有無を識別するための識別情報が付与さ れた電子化情報から前記ベクトル処理手段で抽出された 学習ベクトルに、所定の部分空間類別基準を適用して 「関心有」または「関心無」のいずれかのカテゴリに対 応するユーザプロファイルを作成するプロファイル作成 手段と、 選別対象となる新規電子化情報から前記ベクトル処理手 段で抽出された対象ベクトルと前記ユーザプロファイル との特徴差を、当該ユーザプロファイルに対応する部分 空間への射影により求め、この特徴差に基づいて前記新 規電子化情報を「関心有」または「関心無」のいずれか のカテゴリに選別する選別手段とを有し、 この選別手段による選別結果から新たな学習ベクトルを 抽出して前記プロファイル作成手段に導くように構成さ れていることを特徴とする情報 (receiver information) フィルタリング装置。 JPH11161670A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 前記ユーザプロファイルをユーザ毎に管 理するユーザ管理手段をさらに備え、このユーザ管理手 段が新規ユーザによる最初の選別であることを認識した ときに、当該新規ユーザについての初期プロファイル設 定用データ (communication device, second communication device) を対話式で取り込んで前記プロファイル作成 手段に当該新規ユーザについての前記ユーザプロファイ ルを作成させるように構成されていることを特徴とする 請求項３記載の情報フィルタリング装置。 JPH11161670A CLAIM 10 【請求項１０】 請求項３乃至９のいずれかの項に記載 された情報フィルタリング装置を通信回線に接続し、前 記通信回線を通じて流通する電子化情報が、前記情報フ ィルタリング装置に取り込まれるように構成された情報 フィルタリングシステム (communication device, second communication device) 。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (システム, データ) . |
JPH11161670A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 前記ユーザプロファイルをユーザ毎に管 理するユーザ管理手段をさらに備え、このユーザ管理手 段が新規ユーザによる最初の選別であることを認識した ときに、当該新規ユーザについての初期プロファイル設 定用データ (communication device, second communication device) を対話式で取り込んで前記プロファイル作成 手段に当該新規ユーザについての前記ユーザプロファイ ルを作成させるように構成されていることを特徴とする 請求項３記載の情報フィルタリング装置。 JPH11161670A CLAIM 10 【請求項１０】 請求項３乃至９のいずれかの項に記載 された情報フィルタリング装置を通信回線に接続し、前 記通信回線を通じて流通する電子化情報が、前記情報フ ィルタリング装置に取り込まれるように構成された情報 フィルタリングシステム (communication device, second communication device) 。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム, データ) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11161670A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 前記ユーザプロファイルをユーザ毎に管 理するユーザ管理手段をさらに備え、このユーザ管理手 段が新規ユーザによる最初の選別であることを認識した ときに、当該新規ユーザについての初期プロファイル設 定用データ (communication device, second communication device) を対話式で取り込んで前記プロファイル作成 手段に当該新規ユーザについての前記ユーザプロファイ ルを作成させるように構成されていることを特徴とする 請求項３記載の情報フィルタリング装置。 JPH11161670A CLAIM 10 【請求項１０】 請求項３乃至９のいずれかの項に記載 された情報フィルタリング装置を通信回線に接続し、前 記通信回線を通じて流通する電子化情報が、前記情報フ ィルタリング装置に取り込まれるように構成された情報 フィルタリングシステム (communication device, second communication device) 。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (システム, データ) . |
JPH11161670A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 前記ユーザプロファイルをユーザ毎に管 理するユーザ管理手段をさらに備え、このユーザ管理手 段が新規ユーザによる最初の選別であることを認識した ときに、当該新規ユーザについての初期プロファイル設 定用データ (communication device, second communication device) を対話式で取り込んで前記プロファイル作成 手段に当該新規ユーザについての前記ユーザプロファイ ルを作成させるように構成されていることを特徴とする 請求項３記載の情報フィルタリング装置。 JPH11161670A CLAIM 10 【請求項１０】 請求項３乃至９のいずれかの項に記載 された情報フィルタリング装置を通信回線に接続し、前 記通信回線を通じて流通する電子化情報が、前記情報フ ィルタリング装置に取り込まれるように構成された情報 フィルタリングシステム (communication device, second communication device) 。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH10198706A Filed: 1997-11-14 Issued: 1998-07-31 情報検索装置及びその方法 (Original Assignee) Digital Vision Lab:Kk; 株式会社ディジタル・ビジョン・ラボラトリーズ Takeshi Sakata, 毅 坂田 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information (文字列) ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (データ) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH10198706A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】様々な記述形式で記載された情報の少なく とも１つの属性を指定するメタデータ (communication device) 指定手段と、 前記指定された属性に基づいて、その属性を有する情報 (receiver information) を抽出するためのルールを作成するパターン学習手段 と、 を具備することを特徴とする情報検索装置。 JPH10198706A CLAIM 9 【請求項９】 前記ルールは、一致する文字列 (payment instruction information) はそのま ま残し、一致しない文字列を変数に変換する抽象化処理 によって作成することを特徴とする請求項８記載の情報 検索方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (データ) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH10198706A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】様々な記述形式で記載された情報の少なく とも１つの属性を指定するメタデータ (communication device) 指定手段と、 前記指定された属性に基づいて、その属性を有する情報 を抽出するためのルールを作成するパターン学習手段 と、 を具備することを特徴とする情報検索装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information (文字列) , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH10198706A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】様々な記述形式で記載された情報の少なく とも１つの属性を指定するメタデータ指定手段と、 前記指定された属性に基づいて、その属性を有する情報 (receiver information) を抽出するためのルールを作成するパターン学習手段 と、 を具備することを特徴とする情報検索装置。 JPH10198706A CLAIM 9 【請求項９】 前記ルールは、一致する文字列 (payment instruction information) はそのま ま残し、一致しない文字列を変数に変換する抽象化処理 によって作成することを特徴とする請求項８記載の情報 検索方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (する情報) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information (文字列) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (データ) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH10198706A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】様々な記述形式で記載された情報の少なく とも１つの属性を指定するメタデータ (communication device) 指定手段と、 前記指定された属性に基づいて、その属性を有する情報 (receiver information) を抽出するためのルールを作成するパターン学習手段 と、 を具備することを特徴とする情報検索装置。 JPH10198706A CLAIM 9 【請求項９】 前記ルールは、一致する文字列 (payment instruction information) はそのま ま残し、一致しない文字列を変数に変換する抽象化処理 によって作成することを特徴とする請求項８記載の情報 検索方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (データ) . |
JPH10198706A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】様々な記述形式で記載された情報の少なく とも１つの属性を指定するメタデータ (communication device) 指定手段と、 前記指定された属性に基づいて、その属性を有する情報 を抽出するためのルールを作成するパターン学習手段 と、 を具備することを特徴とする情報検索装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (データ) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH10198706A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】様々な記述形式で記載された情報の少なく とも１つの属性を指定するメタデータ (communication device) 指定手段と、 前記指定された属性に基づいて、その属性を有する情報 を抽出するためのルールを作成するパターン学習手段 と、 を具備することを特徴とする情報検索装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (データ) . |
JPH10198706A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】様々な記述形式で記載された情報の少なく とも１つの属性を指定するメタデータ (communication device) 指定手段と、 前記指定された属性に基づいて、その属性を有する情報 を抽出するためのルールを作成するパターン学習手段 と、 を具備することを特徴とする情報検索装置。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH11143900A Filed: 1997-11-11 Issued: 1999-05-28 情報フィルタ装置及び情報フィルタリング方法 (Original Assignee) Matsushita Electric Ind Co Ltd; 松下電器産業株式会社 Toshiki Kanemichi, Taisuke Watanabe, Hideyuki Yoshida, 秀行 吉田, 泰助 渡辺, 敏樹 金道 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (他の使用者) , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information (の興味, 対応表) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information (文字列) ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11143900A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 電子又は光を媒体とする情報 (receiver information) 記憶媒体又 は情報通信網から所定の情報を取り出すために、複数の 使用者が提示された情報に対し自分の興味 (handling instruction information) の有無（教師 信号）を入力できる入力手段と、前記教師信号を用いて 使用者の個人の興味を反映した個人プロファイルを作成 する学習手段と、前記個人プロファイルを用いて使用者 ごとに必要性信号を計算する情報評価手段とを有する情 報フィルタ装置であって、前記使用者と同一のグループ に属する他の使用者 (shipper information) の個人プロファイルを用いて計算さ れた必要性信号を利用し前記グループ全体としての興味 を反映した情報の提示の順序付けをすることを特徴とす る情報フィルタ装置。 JPH11143900A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 必要性信号を計算する情報評価手段は、 複数の文字列 (payment instruction information) （キーワード）を含む辞書を記憶する辞書 記憶手段と、複数のキーワード信号を前記辞書を用いて ベクトル信号に変換するベクトル生成手段と、前記肯定 メトリック信号、前記否定メトリック信号及び前記ベク トル信号を用いて肯定スコア信号及び否定スコア信号を 計算するコスト計算手段と、前記必要な情報と前記不要 な情報をもっともよく分離するように前記肯定スコア信 号と前記否定スコア信号とを重み付けて差をとった値を 必要性信号として計算する必要性計算手段とを備えるこ とを特徴とする請求項２記載の情報フィルタ装置。 JPH11143900A CLAIM 14 【請求項１４】 学習手段は、前記入力手段からの入力 が、提示された情報を必要とした回数を示す全肯定回数 及び前記情報を不要とした回数を示す全否定回数を記憶 する回数記憶部と、キーワード信号を示す文字列を数字 に変換する対応表 (handling instruction information) 、前記文字列がキーワード信号として 含まれた情報を必要とした回数を示す肯定回数及び前記 文字列がキーワード信号として含まれた情報を不要とし た回数を示す否定回数を記憶した適応辞書記憶部と、提 示された情報が必要か否かという入力端子からの入力、 前記情報に含まれたキーワード信号、前記全肯定回数、 前記全否定回数及び前記適応辞書記憶部に記憶された信 号から前記全肯定回数、前記全否定回数及び前記適応辞 書記憶部に記憶された信号を更新する辞書学習部とを有 することを特徴とする請求項１０乃至１３のいずれかに 記載の情報フィルタ装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information (他の使用者) , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information (の興味, 対応表) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information (文字列) , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11143900A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 電子又は光を媒体とする情報 (receiver information) 記憶媒体又 は情報通信網から所定の情報を取り出すために、複数の 使用者が提示された情報に対し自分の興味 (handling instruction information) の有無（教師 信号）を入力できる入力手段と、前記教師信号を用いて 使用者の個人の興味を反映した個人プロファイルを作成 する学習手段と、前記個人プロファイルを用いて使用者 ごとに必要性信号を計算する情報評価手段とを有する情 報フィルタ装置であって、前記使用者と同一のグループ に属する他の使用者 (shipper information) の個人プロファイルを用いて計算さ れた必要性信号を利用し前記グループ全体としての興味 を反映した情報の提示の順序付けをすることを特徴とす る情報フィルタ装置。 JPH11143900A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 必要性信号を計算する情報評価手段は、 複数の文字列 (payment instruction information) （キーワード）を含む辞書を記憶する辞書 記憶手段と、複数のキーワード信号を前記辞書を用いて ベクトル信号に変換するベクトル生成手段と、前記肯定 メトリック信号、前記否定メトリック信号及び前記ベク トル信号を用いて肯定スコア信号及び否定スコア信号を 計算するコスト計算手段と、前記必要な情報と前記不要 な情報をもっともよく分離するように前記肯定スコア信 号と前記否定スコア信号とを重み付けて差をとった値を 必要性信号として計算する必要性計算手段とを備えるこ とを特徴とする請求項２記載の情報フィルタ装置。 JPH11143900A CLAIM 14 【請求項１４】 学習手段は、前記入力手段からの入力 が、提示された情報を必要とした回数を示す全肯定回数 及び前記情報を不要とした回数を示す全否定回数を記憶 する回数記憶部と、キーワード信号を示す文字列を数字 に変換する対応表 (handling instruction information) 、前記文字列がキーワード信号として 含まれた情報を必要とした回数を示す肯定回数及び前記 文字列がキーワード信号として含まれた情報を不要とし た回数を示す否定回数を記憶した適応辞書記憶部と、提 示された情報が必要か否かという入力端子からの入力、 前記情報に含まれたキーワード信号、前記全肯定回数、 前記全否定回数及び前記適応辞書記憶部に記憶された信 号から前記全肯定回数、前記全否定回数及び前記適応辞 書記憶部に記憶された信号を更新する辞書学習部とを有 することを特徴とする請求項１０乃至１３のいずれかに 記載の情報フィルタ装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information (他の使用者) regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (する情報) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information (の興味, 対応表) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information (文字列) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11143900A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 電子又は光を媒体とする情報 (receiver information) 記憶媒体又 は情報通信網から所定の情報を取り出すために、複数の 使用者が提示された情報に対し自分の興味 (handling instruction information) の有無（教師 信号）を入力できる入力手段と、前記教師信号を用いて 使用者の個人の興味を反映した個人プロファイルを作成 する学習手段と、前記個人プロファイルを用いて使用者 ごとに必要性信号を計算する情報評価手段とを有する情 報フィルタ装置であって、前記使用者と同一のグループ に属する他の使用者 (shipper information) の個人プロファイルを用いて計算さ れた必要性信号を利用し前記グループ全体としての興味 を反映した情報の提示の順序付けをすることを特徴とす る情報フィルタ装置。 JPH11143900A CLAIM 4 【請求項４】 必要性信号を計算する情報評価手段は、 複数の文字列 (payment instruction information) （キーワード）を含む辞書を記憶する辞書 記憶手段と、複数のキーワード信号を前記辞書を用いて ベクトル信号に変換するベクトル生成手段と、前記肯定 メトリック信号、前記否定メトリック信号及び前記ベク トル信号を用いて肯定スコア信号及び否定スコア信号を 計算するコスト計算手段と、前記必要な情報と前記不要 な情報をもっともよく分離するように前記肯定スコア信 号と前記否定スコア信号とを重み付けて差をとった値を 必要性信号として計算する必要性計算手段とを備えるこ とを特徴とする請求項２記載の情報フィルタ装置。 JPH11143900A CLAIM 14 【請求項１４】 学習手段は、前記入力手段からの入力 が、提示された情報を必要とした回数を示す全肯定回数 及び前記情報を不要とした回数を示す全否定回数を記憶 する回数記憶部と、キーワード信号を示す文字列を数字 に変換する対応表 (handling instruction information) 、前記文字列がキーワード信号として 含まれた情報を必要とした回数を示す肯定回数及び前記 文字列がキーワード信号として含まれた情報を不要とし た回数を示す否定回数を記憶した適応辞書記憶部と、提 示された情報が必要か否かという入力端子からの入力、 前記情報に含まれたキーワード信号、前記全肯定回数、 前記全否定回数及び前記適応辞書記憶部に記憶された信 号から前記全肯定回数、前記全否定回数及び前記適応辞 書記憶部に記憶された信号を更新する辞書学習部とを有 することを特徴とする請求項１０乃至１３のいずれかに 記載の情報フィルタ装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (は情報) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11143900A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 電子又は光を媒体とする情報記憶媒体又 は情報 (sensor monitors) 通信網から所定の情報を取り出すために、複数の 使用者が提示された情報に対し自分の興味の有無（教師 信号）を入力できる入力手段と、前記教師信号を用いて 使用者の個人の興味を反映した個人プロファイルを作成 する学習手段と、前記個人プロファイルを用いて使用者 ごとに必要性信号を計算する情報評価手段とを有する情 報フィルタ装置であって、前記使用者と同一のグループ に属する他の使用者の個人プロファイルを用いて計算さ れた必要性信号を利用し前記グループ全体としての興味 を反映した情報の提示の順序付けをすることを特徴とす る情報フィルタ装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors (は情報) or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
JPH11143900A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 電子又は光を媒体とする情報記憶媒体又 は情報 (sensor monitors) 通信網から所定の情報を取り出すために、複数の 使用者が提示された情報に対し自分の興味の有無（教師 信号）を入力できる入力手段と、前記教師信号を用いて 使用者の個人の興味を反映した個人プロファイルを作成 する学習手段と、前記個人プロファイルを用いて使用者 ごとに必要性信号を計算する情報評価手段とを有する情 報フィルタ装置であって、前記使用者と同一のグループ に属する他の使用者の個人プロファイルを用いて計算さ れた必要性信号を利用し前記グループ全体としての興味 を反映した情報の提示の順序付けをすることを特徴とす る情報フィルタ装置。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH11134345A Filed: 1997-10-27 Issued: 1999-05-21 Preference information selection device (Original Assignee) Fuji Xerox Co Ltd; 富士ゼロックス株式会社 Satoru Ichimura, 哲 市村 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage unit) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (detecting means) , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (apparatus, plurality) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11134345A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号によ って放送された映像情報または音声情報である映像音声 情報を受信する映像音声情報受信手段と、 この映像音声情報受信手段によって受信された映像音声 情報を再生する映像音声情報再生手段と、 前記テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号に重畳されて 放送されたデータのうちの、前記映像音声情報に連動し て放送されたデータを検出する連動データ検出手段と、 この連動データ検出手段によって検出された連動データ を解析することによって、視聴者の嗜好を示す情報を抽 出する嗜好情報抽出手段と、 この嗜好情報抽出手段によって抽出された嗜好情報を記 憶する嗜好情報記憶手段と、 この嗜好情報記憶手段に記憶された嗜好情報に基づい て、前記テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号に重畳さ れて放送されたデータから、視聴者の嗜好に適合するデ ータを検出する嗜好適合データ検出手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装置。 1 . A video / audio information receiving means for receiving video / audio information which is video information or audio information broadcasted by a television broadcast signal or a radio broadcast signal , and a video / audio information received by the video / audio information receiving means . Video and audio information reproducing means to reproduce , and interlocked data detecting means (origination information) for detecting data broadcasted in conjunction with the video and audio information , of data superimposed and broadcast on the television broadcast signal or the radio broadcast signal , A preference information extraction unit that extracts information indicating a viewer' ; s preference by analyzing the linkage data detected by the linkage data detection unit ; and a preference information storage that stores the preference information extracted by the preference information extraction unit . Means based on the preference information stored in the preference information storage means . From a broadcast is superimposed on the signal data , the preference information selection apparatus (communication device, second communication device, input device) characterized by and a preference matching data detection means for detecting data conforming to the preference of the viewer . JPH11134345A CLAIM 6 【請求項６】公衆回線を介して通信先と通信するための 通信手段と、 テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号によって放送され た映像情報または音声情報である映像音声情報を受信す る映像音声情報受信手段と、 この映像音声情報受信手段によって受信された映像音声 情報を再生する映像音声情報再生手段と、 テレビ放送またはラジオ放送の番組案内情報を記憶する 番組案内情報記憶手段と、 視聴中のテレビ番組またはラジオ番組を特定する視聴番 組特定手段と、 前記番組案内情報記憶手段に記憶された番組案内情報の うちの、前記視聴番組特定手段によって特定された番組 に対応した番組案内情報を解析することによって、視聴 者の嗜好を示す情報を抽出する嗜好情報抽出手段と、 この嗜好情報抽出手段によって抽出された嗜好情報に基 づいて、前記通信手段によって通信した通信先から、視 聴者の嗜好に適合するデータを検出する嗜好適合データ 検出手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装置。 6 . A communication means for communicating with a communication destination via a public line , and a video / audio information receiving means for receiving video / audio information which is video information or audio information broadcasted by a television broadcast signal or a radio broadcast signal . A video / audio information reproducing means for reproducing the video / audio information received by the video / audio information receiving means ; a program guide information storage means for storing program guide information of a television broadcast or a radio broadcast ; A viewing program specifying unit that specifies a radio program , and analyzing program guide information corresponding to the program specified by the viewing program specifying unit , among program guide information stored in the program guide information storage unit (memory stores information) , A preference information extraction unit for extracting information indicating a viewer' ; s preference , and a preference information extraction unit for extracting information based on the preference information extracted by the preference information extraction unit . There are , from said communication destination communication by the communication unit , preference information selection apparatus characterized by and a preference matching data detection means for detecting data conforming to the preference of the viewer . JPH11134345A CLAIM 17 【請求項１７】請求項１または４の嗜好情報選択装置に おいて、 当該嗜好情報選択装置は、さらに嗜好適合データ再生手 段を備え、 その嗜好適合データ再生手段は、前記嗜好適合データ検 出手段によって検出された複数の嗜好適合データを、編 集して表示する場合に、前記嗜好情報記憶手段に記憶さ れている嗜好情報の重みに応じて、表示のレイアウトま たは様式を決定することを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装 置。 17 . The preference information selection device according to claim 1 , wherein said preference information selection device further comprises a preference data reproduction means , and said preference data reproduction means is detected by said preference data detection means . Selecting and displaying a plurality (communication device, second communication device, input device) of preference matching data according to the weight of the preference information stored in the preference information storage means when editing and displaying the preference information . apparatus . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (apparatus, plurality) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11134345A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号によ って放送された映像情報または音声情報である映像音声 情報を受信する映像音声情報受信手段と、 この映像音声情報受信手段によって受信された映像音声 情報を再生する映像音声情報再生手段と、 前記テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号に重畳されて 放送されたデータのうちの、前記映像音声情報に連動し て放送されたデータを検出する連動データ検出手段と、 この連動データ検出手段によって検出された連動データ を解析することによって、視聴者の嗜好を示す情報を抽 出する嗜好情報抽出手段と、 この嗜好情報抽出手段によって抽出された嗜好情報を記 憶する嗜好情報記憶手段と、 この嗜好情報記憶手段に記憶された嗜好情報に基づい て、前記テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号に重畳さ れて放送されたデータから、視聴者の嗜好に適合するデ ータを検出する嗜好適合データ検出手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装置。 1 . A video / audio information receiving means for receiving video / audio information which is video information or audio information broadcasted by a television broadcast signal or a radio broadcast signal , and a video / audio information received by the video / audio information receiving means . Video and audio information reproducing means to reproduce , and interlocked data detecting means for detecting data broadcasted in conjunction with the video and audio information , of data superimposed and broadcast on the television broadcast signal or the radio broadcast signal , A preference information extraction unit that extracts information indicating a viewer' ; s preference by analyzing the linkage data detected by the linkage data detection unit ; and a preference information storage that stores the preference information extracted by the preference information extraction unit . Means based on the preference information stored in the preference information storage means . From a broadcast is superimposed on the signal data , the preference information selection apparatus (communication device, second communication device, input device) characterized by and a preference matching data detection means for detecting data conforming to the preference of the viewer . JPH11134345A CLAIM 17 【請求項１７】請求項１または４の嗜好情報選択装置に おいて、 当該嗜好情報選択装置は、さらに嗜好適合データ再生手 段を備え、 その嗜好適合データ再生手段は、前記嗜好適合データ検 出手段によって検出された複数の嗜好適合データを、編 集して表示する場合に、前記嗜好情報記憶手段に記憶さ れている嗜好情報の重みに応じて、表示のレイアウトま たは様式を決定することを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装 置。 17 . The preference information selection device according to claim 1 , wherein said preference information selection device further comprises a preference data reproduction means , and said preference data reproduction means is detected by said preference data detection means . Selecting and displaying a plurality (communication device, second communication device, input device) of preference matching data according to the weight of the preference information stored in the preference information storage means when editing and displaying the preference information . apparatus . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage unit) regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information (detecting means) , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11134345A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号によ って放送された映像情報または音声情報である映像音声 情報を受信する映像音声情報受信手段と、 この映像音声情報受信手段によって受信された映像音声 情報を再生する映像音声情報再生手段と、 前記テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号に重畳されて 放送されたデータのうちの、前記映像音声情報に連動し て放送されたデータを検出する連動データ検出手段と、 この連動データ検出手段によって検出された連動データ を解析することによって、視聴者の嗜好を示す情報を抽 出する嗜好情報抽出手段と、 この嗜好情報抽出手段によって抽出された嗜好情報を記 憶する嗜好情報記憶手段と、 この嗜好情報記憶手段に記憶された嗜好情報に基づい て、前記テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号に重畳さ れて放送されたデータから、視聴者の嗜好に適合するデ ータを検出する嗜好適合データ検出手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装置。 1 . A video / audio information receiving means for receiving video / audio information which is video information or audio information broadcasted by a television broadcast signal or a radio broadcast signal , and a video / audio information received by the video / audio information receiving means . Video and audio information reproducing means to reproduce , and interlocked data detecting means (origination information) for detecting data broadcasted in conjunction with the video and audio information , of data superimposed and broadcast on the television broadcast signal or the radio broadcast signal , A preference information extraction unit that extracts information indicating a viewer' ; s preference by analyzing the linkage data detected by the linkage data detection unit ; and a preference information storage that stores the preference information extracted by the preference information extraction unit . Means based on the preference information stored in the preference information storage means . From a broadcast is superimposed on the signal data , the preference information selection apparatus characterized by and a preference matching data detection means for detecting data conforming to the preference of the viewer . JPH11134345A CLAIM 6 【請求項６】公衆回線を介して通信先と通信するための 通信手段と、 テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号によって放送され た映像情報または音声情報である映像音声情報を受信す る映像音声情報受信手段と、 この映像音声情報受信手段によって受信された映像音声 情報を再生する映像音声情報再生手段と、 テレビ放送またはラジオ放送の番組案内情報を記憶する 番組案内情報記憶手段と、 視聴中のテレビ番組またはラジオ番組を特定する視聴番 組特定手段と、 前記番組案内情報記憶手段に記憶された番組案内情報の うちの、前記視聴番組特定手段によって特定された番組 に対応した番組案内情報を解析することによって、視聴 者の嗜好を示す情報を抽出する嗜好情報抽出手段と、 この嗜好情報抽出手段によって抽出された嗜好情報に基 づいて、前記通信手段によって通信した通信先から、視 聴者の嗜好に適合するデータを検出する嗜好適合データ 検出手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装置。 6 . A communication means for communicating with a communication destination via a public line , and a video / audio information receiving means for receiving video / audio information which is video information or audio information broadcasted by a television broadcast signal or a radio broadcast signal . A video / audio information reproducing means for reproducing the video / audio information received by the video / audio information receiving means ; a program guide information storage means for storing program guide information of a television broadcast or a radio broadcast ; A viewing program specifying unit that specifies a radio program , and analyzing program guide information corresponding to the program specified by the viewing program specifying unit , among program guide information stored in the program guide information storage unit (memory stores information) , A preference information extraction unit for extracting information indicating a viewer' ; s preference , and a preference information extraction unit for extracting information based on the preference information extracted by the preference information extraction unit . There are , from said communication destination communication by the communication unit , preference information selection apparatus characterized by and a preference matching data detection means for detecting data conforming to the preference of the viewer . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information (detecting means) regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (apparatus, plurality) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11134345A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号によ って放送された映像情報または音声情報である映像音声 情報を受信する映像音声情報受信手段と、 この映像音声情報受信手段によって受信された映像音声 情報を再生する映像音声情報再生手段と、 前記テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号に重畳されて 放送されたデータのうちの、前記映像音声情報に連動し て放送されたデータを検出する連動データ検出手段と、 この連動データ検出手段によって検出された連動データ を解析することによって、視聴者の嗜好を示す情報を抽 出する嗜好情報抽出手段と、 この嗜好情報抽出手段によって抽出された嗜好情報を記 憶する嗜好情報記憶手段と、 この嗜好情報記憶手段に記憶された嗜好情報に基づい て、前記テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号に重畳さ れて放送されたデータから、視聴者の嗜好に適合するデ ータを検出する嗜好適合データ検出手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装置。 1 . A video / audio information receiving means for receiving video / audio information which is video information or audio information broadcasted by a television broadcast signal or a radio broadcast signal , and a video / audio information received by the video / audio information receiving means . Video and audio information reproducing means to reproduce , and interlocked data detecting means (origination information) for detecting data broadcasted in conjunction with the video and audio information , of data superimposed and broadcast on the television broadcast signal or the radio broadcast signal , A preference information extraction unit that extracts information indicating a viewer' ; s preference by analyzing the linkage data detected by the linkage data detection unit ; and a preference information storage that stores the preference information extracted by the preference information extraction unit . Means based on the preference information stored in the preference information storage means . From a broadcast is superimposed on the signal data , the preference information selection apparatus (communication device, second communication device, input device) characterized by and a preference matching data detection means for detecting data conforming to the preference of the viewer . JPH11134345A CLAIM 17 【請求項１７】請求項１または４の嗜好情報選択装置に おいて、 当該嗜好情報選択装置は、さらに嗜好適合データ再生手 段を備え、 その嗜好適合データ再生手段は、前記嗜好適合データ検 出手段によって検出された複数の嗜好適合データを、編 集して表示する場合に、前記嗜好情報記憶手段に記憶さ れている嗜好情報の重みに応じて、表示のレイアウトま たは様式を決定することを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装 置。 17 . The preference information selection device according to claim 1 , wherein said preference information selection device further comprises a preference data reproduction means , and said preference data reproduction means is detected by said preference data detection means . Selecting and displaying a plurality (communication device, second communication device, input device) of preference matching data according to the weight of the preference information stored in the preference information storage means when editing and displaying the preference information . apparatus . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (apparatus, plurality) . |
JPH11134345A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号によ って放送された映像情報または音声情報である映像音声 情報を受信する映像音声情報受信手段と、 この映像音声情報受信手段によって受信された映像音声 情報を再生する映像音声情報再生手段と、 前記テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号に重畳されて 放送されたデータのうちの、前記映像音声情報に連動し て放送されたデータを検出する連動データ検出手段と、 この連動データ検出手段によって検出された連動データ を解析することによって、視聴者の嗜好を示す情報を抽 出する嗜好情報抽出手段と、 この嗜好情報抽出手段によって抽出された嗜好情報を記 憶する嗜好情報記憶手段と、 この嗜好情報記憶手段に記憶された嗜好情報に基づい て、前記テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号に重畳さ れて放送されたデータから、視聴者の嗜好に適合するデ ータを検出する嗜好適合データ検出手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装置。 1 . A video / audio information receiving means for receiving video / audio information which is video information or audio information broadcasted by a television broadcast signal or a radio broadcast signal , and a video / audio information received by the video / audio information receiving means . Video and audio information reproducing means to reproduce , and interlocked data detecting means for detecting data broadcasted in conjunction with the video and audio information , of data superimposed and broadcast on the television broadcast signal or the radio broadcast signal , A preference information extraction unit that extracts information indicating a viewer' ; s preference by analyzing the linkage data detected by the linkage data detection unit ; and a preference information storage that stores the preference information extracted by the preference information extraction unit . Means based on the preference information stored in the preference information storage means . From a broadcast is superimposed on the signal data , the preference information selection apparatus (communication device, second communication device, input device) characterized by and a preference matching data detection means for detecting data conforming to the preference of the viewer . JPH11134345A CLAIM 17 【請求項１７】請求項１または４の嗜好情報選択装置に おいて、 当該嗜好情報選択装置は、さらに嗜好適合データ再生手 段を備え、 その嗜好適合データ再生手段は、前記嗜好適合データ検 出手段によって検出された複数の嗜好適合データを、編 集して表示する場合に、前記嗜好情報記憶手段に記憶さ れている嗜好情報の重みに応じて、表示のレイアウトま たは様式を決定することを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装 置。 17 . The preference information selection device according to claim 1 , wherein said preference information selection device further comprises a preference data reproduction means , and said preference data reproduction means is detected by said preference data detection means . Selecting and displaying a plurality (communication device, second communication device, input device) of preference matching data according to the weight of the preference information stored in the preference information storage means when editing and displaying the preference information . apparatus . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device (apparatus, plurality) for inputting information (television broadcasts) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11134345A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号によ って放送された映像情報または音声情報である映像音声 情報を受信する映像音声情報受信手段と、 この映像音声情報受信手段によって受信された映像音声 情報を再生する映像音声情報再生手段と、 前記テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号に重畳されて 放送されたデータのうちの、前記映像音声情報に連動し て放送されたデータを検出する連動データ検出手段と、 この連動データ検出手段によって検出された連動データ を解析することによって、視聴者の嗜好を示す情報を抽 出する嗜好情報抽出手段と、 この嗜好情報抽出手段によって抽出された嗜好情報を記 憶する嗜好情報記憶手段と、 この嗜好情報記憶手段に記憶された嗜好情報に基づい て、前記テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号に重畳さ れて放送されたデータから、視聴者の嗜好に適合するデ ータを検出する嗜好適合データ検出手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装置。 1 . A video / audio information receiving means for receiving video / audio information which is video information or audio information broadcasted by a television broadcast signal or a radio broadcast signal , and a video / audio information received by the video / audio information receiving means . Video and audio information reproducing means to reproduce , and interlocked data detecting means for detecting data broadcasted in conjunction with the video and audio information , of data superimposed and broadcast on the television broadcast signal or the radio broadcast signal , A preference information extraction unit that extracts information indicating a viewer' ; s preference by analyzing the linkage data detected by the linkage data detection unit ; and a preference information storage that stores the preference information extracted by the preference information extraction unit . Means based on the preference information stored in the preference information storage means . From a broadcast is superimposed on the signal data , the preference information selection apparatus (communication device, second communication device, input device) characterized by and a preference matching data detection means for detecting data conforming to the preference of the viewer . JPH11134345A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】情報を記憶した情報記憶媒体と、 テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号によって放送され た映像情報または音声情報である映像音声情報を受信す る映像音声情報受信手段と、 この映像音声情報受信手段によって受信された映像音声 情報を再生する映像音声情報再生手段と、 テレビ放送またはラジオ放送の番組案内情報を記憶する 番組案内情報記憶手段と、 視聴中のテレビ番組またはラジオ番組を特定する視聴番 組特定手段と、 前記番組案内情報記憶手段に記憶された番組案内情報の うちの、前記視聴番組特定手段によって特定された番組 に対応した番組案内情報を解析することによって、視聴 者の嗜好を示す情報を抽出する嗜好情報抽出手段と、 この嗜好情報抽出手段によって抽出された嗜好情報に基 づいて、前記情報記憶媒体に記憶された情報から、視聴 者の嗜好に適合するデータを検出する嗜好適合データ検 出手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装置。 5 . An information storage medium storing information , a video / audio information receiving means for receiving video / audio information which is video information or audio information broadcast by a television broadcast signal or a radio broadcast signal , and receiving the video / audio information . Means for reproducing the video and audio information received by the means ; program guide information storage means for storing program guide information for television broadcasts (inputting information) or radio broadcasts ; and viewing programs for specifying the television program or radio program being viewed Information indicating the viewer' ; s preference by analyzing program guide information corresponding to the program specified by the viewing program specifying means , of the program guide information stored in the program guide information storage means ; A preference information extracting unit for extracting the information , and storing the information based on the preference information extracted by the preference information extracting unit . From the information stored in the body , the preference information selection apparatus characterized by and a preference matching data detection means for detecting data conforming to the preference of the viewer . JPH11134345A CLAIM 17 【請求項１７】請求項１または４の嗜好情報選択装置に おいて、 当該嗜好情報選択装置は、さらに嗜好適合データ再生手 段を備え、 その嗜好適合データ再生手段は、前記嗜好適合データ検 出手段によって検出された複数の嗜好適合データを、編 集して表示する場合に、前記嗜好情報記憶手段に記憶さ れている嗜好情報の重みに応じて、表示のレイアウトま たは様式を決定することを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装 置。 17 . The preference information selection device according to claim 1 , wherein said preference information selection device further comprises a preference data reproduction means , and said preference data reproduction means is detected by said preference data detection means . Selecting and displaying a plurality (communication device, second communication device, input device) of preference matching data according to the weight of the preference information stored in the preference information storage means when editing and displaying the preference information . apparatus . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (apparatus, plurality) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11134345A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号によ って放送された映像情報または音声情報である映像音声 情報を受信する映像音声情報受信手段と、 この映像音声情報受信手段によって受信された映像音声 情報を再生する映像音声情報再生手段と、 前記テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号に重畳されて 放送されたデータのうちの、前記映像音声情報に連動し て放送されたデータを検出する連動データ検出手段と、 この連動データ検出手段によって検出された連動データ を解析することによって、視聴者の嗜好を示す情報を抽 出する嗜好情報抽出手段と、 この嗜好情報抽出手段によって抽出された嗜好情報を記 憶する嗜好情報記憶手段と、 この嗜好情報記憶手段に記憶された嗜好情報に基づい て、前記テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号に重畳さ れて放送されたデータから、視聴者の嗜好に適合するデ ータを検出する嗜好適合データ検出手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装置。 1 . A video / audio information receiving means for receiving video / audio information which is video information or audio information broadcasted by a television broadcast signal or a radio broadcast signal , and a video / audio information received by the video / audio information receiving means . Video and audio information reproducing means to reproduce , and interlocked data detecting means for detecting data broadcasted in conjunction with the video and audio information , of data superimposed and broadcast on the television broadcast signal or the radio broadcast signal , A preference information extraction unit that extracts information indicating a viewer' ; s preference by analyzing the linkage data detected by the linkage data detection unit ; and a preference information storage that stores the preference information extracted by the preference information extraction unit . Means based on the preference information stored in the preference information storage means . From a broadcast is superimposed on the signal data , the preference information selection apparatus (communication device, second communication device, input device) characterized by and a preference matching data detection means for detecting data conforming to the preference of the viewer . JPH11134345A CLAIM 17 【請求項１７】請求項１または４の嗜好情報選択装置に おいて、 当該嗜好情報選択装置は、さらに嗜好適合データ再生手 段を備え、 その嗜好適合データ再生手段は、前記嗜好適合データ検 出手段によって検出された複数の嗜好適合データを、編 集して表示する場合に、前記嗜好情報記憶手段に記憶さ れている嗜好情報の重みに応じて、表示のレイアウトま たは様式を決定することを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装 置。 17 . The preference information selection device according to claim 1 , wherein said preference information selection device further comprises a preference data reproduction means , and said preference data reproduction means is detected by said preference data detection means . Selecting and displaying a plurality (communication device, second communication device, input device) of preference matching data according to the weight of the preference information stored in the preference information storage means when editing and displaying the preference information . apparatus . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 24 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the memory stores information (storage unit) regarding the piece of luggage . |
JPH11134345A CLAIM 6 【請求項６】公衆回線を介して通信先と通信するための 通信手段と、 テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号によって放送され た映像情報または音声情報である映像音声情報を受信す る映像音声情報受信手段と、 この映像音声情報受信手段によって受信された映像音声 情報を再生する映像音声情報再生手段と、 テレビ放送またはラジオ放送の番組案内情報を記憶する 番組案内情報記憶手段と、 視聴中のテレビ番組またはラジオ番組を特定する視聴番 組特定手段と、 前記番組案内情報記憶手段に記憶された番組案内情報の うちの、前記視聴番組特定手段によって特定された番組 に対応した番組案内情報を解析することによって、視聴 者の嗜好を示す情報を抽出する嗜好情報抽出手段と、 この嗜好情報抽出手段によって抽出された嗜好情報に基 づいて、前記通信手段によって通信した通信先から、視 聴者の嗜好に適合するデータを検出する嗜好適合データ 検出手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装置。 6 . A communication means for communicating with a communication destination via a public line , and a video / audio information receiving means for receiving video / audio information which is video information or audio information broadcasted by a television broadcast signal or a radio broadcast signal . A video / audio information reproducing means for reproducing the video / audio information received by the video / audio information receiving means ; a program guide information storage means for storing program guide information of a television broadcast or a radio broadcast ; A viewing program specifying unit that specifies a radio program , and analyzing program guide information corresponding to the program specified by the viewing program specifying unit , among program guide information stored in the program guide information storage unit (memory stores information) , A preference information extraction unit for extracting information indicating a viewer' ; s preference , and a preference information extraction unit for extracting information based on the preference information extracted by the preference information extraction unit . There are , from said communication destination communication by the communication unit , preference information selection apparatus characterized by and a preference matching data detection means for detecting data conforming to the preference of the viewer . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (apparatus, plurality) . |
JPH11134345A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号によ って放送された映像情報または音声情報である映像音声 情報を受信する映像音声情報受信手段と、 この映像音声情報受信手段によって受信された映像音声 情報を再生する映像音声情報再生手段と、 前記テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号に重畳されて 放送されたデータのうちの、前記映像音声情報に連動し て放送されたデータを検出する連動データ検出手段と、 この連動データ検出手段によって検出された連動データ を解析することによって、視聴者の嗜好を示す情報を抽 出する嗜好情報抽出手段と、 この嗜好情報抽出手段によって抽出された嗜好情報を記 憶する嗜好情報記憶手段と、 この嗜好情報記憶手段に記憶された嗜好情報に基づい て、前記テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号に重畳さ れて放送されたデータから、視聴者の嗜好に適合するデ ータを検出する嗜好適合データ検出手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装置。 1 . A video / audio information receiving means for receiving video / audio information which is video information or audio information broadcasted by a television broadcast signal or a radio broadcast signal , and a video / audio information received by the video / audio information receiving means . Video and audio information reproducing means to reproduce , and interlocked data detecting means for detecting data broadcasted in conjunction with the video and audio information , of data superimposed and broadcast on the television broadcast signal or the radio broadcast signal , A preference information extraction unit that extracts information indicating a viewer' ; s preference by analyzing the linkage data detected by the linkage data detection unit ; and a preference information storage that stores the preference information extracted by the preference information extraction unit . Means based on the preference information stored in the preference information storage means . From a broadcast is superimposed on the signal data , the preference information selection apparatus (communication device, second communication device, input device) characterized by and a preference matching data detection means for detecting data conforming to the preference of the viewer . JPH11134345A CLAIM 17 【請求項１７】請求項１または４の嗜好情報選択装置に おいて、 当該嗜好情報選択装置は、さらに嗜好適合データ再生手 段を備え、 その嗜好適合データ再生手段は、前記嗜好適合データ検 出手段によって検出された複数の嗜好適合データを、編 集して表示する場合に、前記嗜好情報記憶手段に記憶さ れている嗜好情報の重みに応じて、表示のレイアウトま たは様式を決定することを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装 置。 17 . The preference information selection device according to claim 1 , wherein said preference information selection device further comprises a preference data reproduction means , and said preference data reproduction means is detected by said preference data detection means . Selecting and displaying a plurality (communication device, second communication device, input device) of preference matching data according to the weight of the preference information stored in the preference information storage means when editing and displaying the preference information . apparatus . |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 32 . The apparatus of claim 23 , further comprising : an input device (apparatus, plurality) for inputting information (television broadcasts) regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage , wherein the processor processes the information regarding the person or entity attempting to receive the piece of luggage and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the piece of luggage . |
JPH11134345A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号によ って放送された映像情報または音声情報である映像音声 情報を受信する映像音声情報受信手段と、 この映像音声情報受信手段によって受信された映像音声 情報を再生する映像音声情報再生手段と、 前記テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号に重畳されて 放送されたデータのうちの、前記映像音声情報に連動し て放送されたデータを検出する連動データ検出手段と、 この連動データ検出手段によって検出された連動データ を解析することによって、視聴者の嗜好を示す情報を抽 出する嗜好情報抽出手段と、 この嗜好情報抽出手段によって抽出された嗜好情報を記 憶する嗜好情報記憶手段と、 この嗜好情報記憶手段に記憶された嗜好情報に基づい て、前記テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号に重畳さ れて放送されたデータから、視聴者の嗜好に適合するデ ータを検出する嗜好適合データ検出手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装置。 1 . A video / audio information receiving means for receiving video / audio information which is video information or audio information broadcasted by a television broadcast signal or a radio broadcast signal , and a video / audio information received by the video / audio information receiving means . Video and audio information reproducing means to reproduce , and interlocked data detecting means for detecting data broadcasted in conjunction with the video and audio information , of data superimposed and broadcast on the television broadcast signal or the radio broadcast signal , A preference information extraction unit that extracts information indicating a viewer' ; s preference by analyzing the linkage data detected by the linkage data detection unit ; and a preference information storage that stores the preference information extracted by the preference information extraction unit . Means based on the preference information stored in the preference information storage means . From a broadcast is superimposed on the signal data , the preference information selection apparatus (communication device, second communication device, input device) characterized by and a preference matching data detection means for detecting data conforming to the preference of the viewer . JPH11134345A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】情報を記憶した情報記憶媒体と、 テレビ放送信号またはラジオ放送信号によって放送され た映像情報または音声情報である映像音声情報を受信す る映像音声情報受信手段と、 この映像音声情報受信手段によって受信された映像音声 情報を再生する映像音声情報再生手段と、 テレビ放送またはラジオ放送の番組案内情報を記憶する 番組案内情報記憶手段と、 視聴中のテレビ番組またはラジオ番組を特定する視聴番 組特定手段と、 前記番組案内情報記憶手段に記憶された番組案内情報の うちの、前記視聴番組特定手段によって特定された番組 に対応した番組案内情報を解析することによって、視聴 者の嗜好を示す情報を抽出する嗜好情報抽出手段と、 この嗜好情報抽出手段によって抽出された嗜好情報に基 づいて、前記情報記憶媒体に記憶された情報から、視聴 者の嗜好に適合するデータを検出する嗜好適合データ検 出手段と、 を備えることを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装置。 5 . An information storage medium storing information , a video / audio information receiving means for receiving video / audio information which is video information or audio information broadcast by a television broadcast signal or a radio broadcast signal , and receiving the video / audio information . Means for reproducing the video and audio information received by the means ; program guide information storage means for storing program guide information for television broadcasts (inputting information) or radio broadcasts ; and viewing programs for specifying the television program or radio program being viewed Information indicating the viewer' ; s preference by analyzing program guide information corresponding to the program specified by the viewing program specifying means , of the program guide information stored in the program guide information storage means ; A preference information extracting unit for extracting the information , and storing the information based on the preference information extracted by the preference information extracting unit . From the information stored in the body , the preference information selection apparatus characterized by and a preference matching data detection means for detecting data conforming to the preference of the viewer . JPH11134345A CLAIM 17 【請求項１７】請求項１または４の嗜好情報選択装置に おいて、 当該嗜好情報選択装置は、さらに嗜好適合データ再生手 段を備え、 その嗜好適合データ再生手段は、前記嗜好適合データ検 出手段によって検出された複数の嗜好適合データを、編 集して表示する場合に、前記嗜好情報記憶手段に記憶さ れている嗜好情報の重みに応じて、表示のレイアウトま たは様式を決定することを特徴とする嗜好情報選択装 置。 17 . The preference information selection device according to claim 1 , wherein said preference information selection device further comprises a preference data reproduction means , and said preference data reproduction means is detected by said preference data detection means . Selecting and displaying a plurality (communication device, second communication device, input device) of preference matching data according to the weight of the preference information stored in the preference information storage means when editing and displaying the preference information . apparatus . |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH11120189A Filed: 1997-10-15 Issued: 1999-04-30 情報検索結果表示方法及び情報検索装置 (Original Assignee) Hitachi Ltd; 株式会社日立製作所 Toshiro Kimura, Kazuhisa Kinugawa, Naoyoshi Machida, Hisao Mase, Yukiko Morimoto, Hiroshi Tsuji, 敏郎 木村, 由起子 森本, 直義 町田, 一久 衣川, 洋 辻, 久雄 間瀬 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information (示方法) , delivery instruction information (配信方法) , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information (配信方法) , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH11120189A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】記憶装置に格納されたデータから、入力装 置を介してユーザによって入力された検索条件と合致す るデータを抽出し、その内容を出力装置を介してユーザ に表示する情報検索装置における情報検索結果表示方法 (handling instruction information) であって、 ユーザによって入力された検索条件に関する履歴データ およびその検索実行結果に関する履歴データを記憶装置 に保持し、前記検索条件と類似した検索条件に関する履 歴データを記憶装置に保持された前記履歴データから抽 出し、検索実行結果を表示する際に前記抽出された前記 履歴データを表示することを特徴とする情報検索結果表 示方法。 JPH11120189A CLAIM 9 【請求項９】記憶装置に格納されたデータから、入力装 置を介してユーザによって入力された検索条件と合致す るデータを抽出し、その内容を出力装置を介してユーザ に表示する情報検索装置における情報検索結果配信方法 (delivery instruction information, delivery time information, delivery message) であって、 ユーザによって入力された検索条件に関するデータおよ びその検索実行結果に関する履歴データを記憶装置に保 持し、前記履歴データから各ユーザ毎の検索の特徴に関 するデータ（興味データ）を抽出して記憶装置に格納 し、ユーザによって予め指定された時間毎に前記興味デ ータに基づいて検索を実行し、その検索結果をユーザに 報知することを特徴とする情報検索結果配信方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information , handling instruction information (示方法) , delivery instruction information (配信方法) , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information (配信方法) , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11120189A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】記憶装置に格納されたデータから、入力装 置を介してユーザによって入力された検索条件と合致す るデータを抽出し、その内容を出力装置を介してユーザ に表示する情報検索装置における情報検索結果表示方法 (handling instruction information) であって、 ユーザによって入力された検索条件に関する履歴データ およびその検索実行結果に関する履歴データを記憶装置 に保持し、前記検索条件と類似した検索条件に関する履 歴データを記憶装置に保持された前記履歴データから抽 出し、検索実行結果を表示する際に前記抽出された前記 履歴データを表示することを特徴とする情報検索結果表 示方法。 JPH11120189A CLAIM 9 【請求項９】記憶装置に格納されたデータから、入力装 置を介してユーザによって入力された検索条件と合致す るデータを抽出し、その内容を出力装置を介してユーザ に表示する情報検索装置における情報検索結果配信方法 (delivery instruction information, delivery time information, delivery message) であって、 ユーザによって入力された検索条件に関するデータおよ びその検索実行結果に関する履歴データを記憶装置に保 持し、前記履歴データから各ユーザ毎の検索の特徴に関 するデータ（興味データ）を抽出して記憶装置に格納 し、ユーザによって予め指定された時間毎に前記興味デ ータに基づいて検索を実行し、その検索結果をユーザに 報知することを特徴とする情報検索結果配信方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information (示方法) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information (配信方法) regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information (配信方法) regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH11120189A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】記憶装置に格納されたデータから、入力装 置を介してユーザによって入力された検索条件と合致す るデータを抽出し、その内容を出力装置を介してユーザ に表示する情報検索装置における情報検索結果表示方法 (handling instruction information) であって、 ユーザによって入力された検索条件に関する履歴データ およびその検索実行結果に関する履歴データを記憶装置 に保持し、前記検索条件と類似した検索条件に関する履 歴データを記憶装置に保持された前記履歴データから抽 出し、検索実行結果を表示する際に前記抽出された前記 履歴データを表示することを特徴とする情報検索結果表 示方法。 JPH11120189A CLAIM 9 【請求項９】記憶装置に格納されたデータから、入力装 置を介してユーザによって入力された検索条件と合致す るデータを抽出し、その内容を出力装置を介してユーザ に表示する情報検索装置における情報検索結果配信方法 (delivery instruction information, delivery time information, delivery message) であって、 ユーザによって入力された検索条件に関するデータおよ びその検索実行結果に関する履歴データを記憶装置に保 持し、前記履歴データから各ユーザ毎の検索の特徴に関 するデータ（興味データ）を抽出して記憶装置に格納 し、ユーザによって予め指定された時間毎に前記興味デ ータに基づいて検索を実行し、その検索結果をユーザに 報知することを特徴とする情報検索結果配信方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (配信方法) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
JPH11120189A CLAIM 9 【請求項９】記憶装置に格納されたデータから、入力装 置を介してユーザによって入力された検索条件と合致す るデータを抽出し、その内容を出力装置を介してユーザ に表示する情報検索装置における情報検索結果配信方法 (delivery instruction information, delivery time information, delivery message) であって、 ユーザによって入力された検索条件に関するデータおよ びその検索実行結果に関する履歴データを記憶装置に保 持し、前記履歴データから各ユーザ毎の検索の特徴に関 するデータ（興味データ）を抽出して記憶装置に格納 し、ユーザによって予め指定された時間毎に前記興味デ ータに基づいて検索を実行し、その検索結果をユーザに 報知することを特徴とする情報検索結果配信方法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message (配信方法) , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device . |
JPH11120189A CLAIM 9 【請求項９】記憶装置に格納されたデータから、入力装 置を介してユーザによって入力された検索条件と合致す るデータを抽出し、その内容を出力装置を介してユーザ に表示する情報検索装置における情報検索結果配信方法 (delivery instruction information, delivery time information, delivery message) であって、 ユーザによって入力された検索条件に関するデータおよ びその検索実行結果に関する履歴データを記憶装置に保 持し、前記履歴データから各ユーザ毎の検索の特徴に関 するデータ（興味データ）を抽出して記憶装置に格納 し、ユーザによって予め指定された時間毎に前記興味デ ータに基づいて検索を実行し、その検索結果をユーザに 報知することを特徴とする情報検索結果配信方法。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH1196164A Filed: 1997-09-22 Issued: 1999-04-09 有効情報配信方法、有効情報配信システムおよび記事閲覧プログラム、中継配信プログラム、情報配信プログラムをそれぞれ記録した記録媒体 (Original Assignee) Nippon Telegr & Teleph Corp <Ntt>; 日本電信電話株式会社 Kenji Moriyasu, Itaru Takeuchi, 健治 森保, 格 竹内 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH1196164A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】 コンピュータネットワークに接続された １以上の情報配信センタと、前記コンピュータネットワ ークに接続され前記各情報配信センタに対応する中継配 信センタと、ローカルコンピュータネットワークを介し て前記各中継配信センタに接続された複数の利用者端末 から構成され、 前記利用者端末は、前記中継配信センタからの記事を利 用者が閲覧し、利用者の閲覧動向をログとして自動的に 記録し、適当なタイミングで前記中継配信センタに送信 する記事閲覧手段を有し、 前記中継配信センタは、前記各利用者端末から送信され たログと、前記情報配信センタからの記事により各利用 者端末ごとに配信する記事を選択し、前記ローカルコン ピュータネットワークを介して各利用者端末に記事を配 信する中継配信手段を有し、 前記情報配信センタは、前記コンピュータネトワークを 介して前記中継配信センタに記事を配信する情報 (receiver information) 配信手 段を有する有効情報配信システム (communication device, second communication device) 。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH1196164A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】 コンピュータネットワークに接続された １以上の情報配信センタと、前記コンピュータネットワ ークに接続され前記各情報配信センタに対応する中継配 信センタと、ローカルコンピュータネットワークを介し て前記各中継配信センタに接続された複数の利用者端末 から構成され、 前記利用者端末は、前記中継配信センタからの記事を利 用者が閲覧し、利用者の閲覧動向をログとして自動的に 記録し、適当なタイミングで前記中継配信センタに送信 する記事閲覧手段を有し、 前記中継配信センタは、前記各利用者端末から送信され たログと、前記情報配信センタからの記事により各利用 者端末ごとに配信する記事を選択し、前記ローカルコン ピュータネットワークを介して各利用者端末に記事を配 信する中継配信手段を有し、 前記情報配信センタは、前記コンピュータネトワークを 介して前記中継配信センタに記事を配信する情報配信手 段を有する有効情報配信システム (communication device, second communication device) 。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH1196164A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】 コンピュータネットワークに接続された １以上の情報配信センタと、前記コンピュータネットワ ークに接続され前記各情報配信センタに対応する中継配 信センタと、ローカルコンピュータネットワークを介し て前記各中継配信センタに接続された複数の利用者端末 から構成され、 前記利用者端末は、前記中継配信センタからの記事を利 用者が閲覧し、利用者の閲覧動向をログとして自動的に 記録し、適当なタイミングで前記中継配信センタに送信 する記事閲覧手段を有し、 前記中継配信センタは、前記各利用者端末から送信され たログと、前記情報配信センタからの記事により各利用 者端末ごとに配信する記事を選択し、前記ローカルコン ピュータネットワークを介して各利用者端末に記事を配 信する中継配信手段を有し、 前記情報配信センタは、前記コンピュータネトワークを 介して前記中継配信センタに記事を配信する情報 (receiver information) 配信手 段を有する有効情報配信システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (する情報) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (システム) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH1196164A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】 コンピュータネットワークに接続された １以上の情報配信センタと、前記コンピュータネットワ ークに接続され前記各情報配信センタに対応する中継配 信センタと、ローカルコンピュータネットワークを介し て前記各中継配信センタに接続された複数の利用者端末 から構成され、 前記利用者端末は、前記中継配信センタからの記事を利 用者が閲覧し、利用者の閲覧動向をログとして自動的に 記録し、適当なタイミングで前記中継配信センタに送信 する記事閲覧手段を有し、 前記中継配信センタは、前記各利用者端末から送信され たログと、前記情報配信センタからの記事により各利用 者端末ごとに配信する記事を選択し、前記ローカルコン ピュータネットワークを介して各利用者端末に記事を配 信する中継配信手段を有し、 前記情報配信センタは、前記コンピュータネトワークを 介して前記中継配信センタに記事を配信する情報 (receiver information) 配信手 段を有する有効情報配信システム (communication device, second communication device) 。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (システム) . |
JPH1196164A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】 コンピュータネットワークに接続された １以上の情報配信センタと、前記コンピュータネットワ ークに接続され前記各情報配信センタに対応する中継配 信センタと、ローカルコンピュータネットワークを介し て前記各中継配信センタに接続された複数の利用者端末 から構成され、 前記利用者端末は、前記中継配信センタからの記事を利 用者が閲覧し、利用者の閲覧動向をログとして自動的に 記録し、適当なタイミングで前記中継配信センタに送信 する記事閲覧手段を有し、 前記中継配信センタは、前記各利用者端末から送信され たログと、前記情報配信センタからの記事により各利用 者端末ごとに配信する記事を選択し、前記ローカルコン ピュータネットワークを介して各利用者端末に記事を配 信する中継配信手段を有し、 前記情報配信センタは、前記コンピュータネトワークを 介して前記中継配信センタに記事を配信する情報配信手 段を有する有効情報配信システム (communication device, second communication device) 。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH1196164A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】 コンピュータネットワークに接続された １以上の情報配信センタと、前記コンピュータネットワ ークに接続され前記各情報配信センタに対応する中継配 信センタと、ローカルコンピュータネットワークを介し て前記各中継配信センタに接続された複数の利用者端末 から構成され、 前記利用者端末は、前記中継配信センタからの記事を利 用者が閲覧し、利用者の閲覧動向をログとして自動的に 記録し、適当なタイミングで前記中継配信センタに送信 する記事閲覧手段を有し、 前記中継配信センタは、前記各利用者端末から送信され たログと、前記情報配信センタからの記事により各利用 者端末ごとに配信する記事を選択し、前記ローカルコン ピュータネットワークを介して各利用者端末に記事を配 信する中継配信手段を有し、 前記情報配信センタは、前記コンピュータネトワークを 介して前記中継配信センタに記事を配信する情報配信手 段を有する有効情報配信システム (communication device, second communication device) 。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (システム) . |
JPH1196164A CLAIM 5 【請求項５】 コンピュータネットワークに接続された １以上の情報配信センタと、前記コンピュータネットワ ークに接続され前記各情報配信センタに対応する中継配 信センタと、ローカルコンピュータネットワークを介し て前記各中継配信センタに接続された複数の利用者端末 から構成され、 前記利用者端末は、前記中継配信センタからの記事を利 用者が閲覧し、利用者の閲覧動向をログとして自動的に 記録し、適当なタイミングで前記中継配信センタに送信 する記事閲覧手段を有し、 前記中継配信センタは、前記各利用者端末から送信され たログと、前記情報配信センタからの記事により各利用 者端末ごとに配信する記事を選択し、前記ローカルコン ピュータネットワークを介して各利用者端末に記事を配 信する中継配信手段を有し、 前記情報配信センタは、前記コンピュータネトワークを 介して前記中継配信センタに記事を配信する情報配信手 段を有する有効情報配信システム (communication device, second communication device) 。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH10143540A Filed: 1997-09-12 Issued: 1998-05-29 情報フィルタリング装置および情報フィルタリング方法 (Original Assignee) Toshiba Corp; 株式会社東芝 Masahiro Kajiura, Seiji Miike, Tetsuya Sakai, Kazuo Sumita, 誠司 三池, 一男 住田, 正浩 梶浦, 哲也 酒井 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device (リング) , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information (リング) , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (データ) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH10143540A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 非定期的に作成および修正される複数の 文書の中から所定の文書を選出してユーザに提示する情 報フィルタリング (shipment conveyance device, packing slip information) 装置において、 新たに作成または修正された文書を検出する文書修正検 出手段と、 この文書修正検出手段によって検出された文書と予めユ ーザが指定した検索条件との間の類似度を算出する類似 度算出手段と、 この類似度算出手段により算出された類似度にしたがっ て前記検出された文書すべてを並べ換え、この並べ換え た順番でこれらの文書をユーザに送信または提示する手 段とを具備してなることを特徴とする情報 (receiver information) フィルタリン グ装置。 JPH10143540A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】 前記文書自体または前記文書を情報圧縮 したデータ (communication device) を文書複製情報として各文書の文書ＩＤと対 応させて格納する文書複製情報記憶手段をさらに具備 し、 前記文書修正検出手段は、前記文書複製情報記憶手段に 格納された文書複製情報との比較によって前記文書の作 成および修正を検出する手段を具備してなることを特徴 とする請求項１記載の情報フィルタリング装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device (リング) , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (データ) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH10143540A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 非定期的に作成および修正される複数の 文書の中から所定の文書を選出してユーザに提示する情 報フィルタリング (shipment conveyance device, packing slip information) 装置において、 新たに作成または修正された文書を検出する文書修正検 出手段と、 この文書修正検出手段によって検出された文書と予めユ ーザが指定した検索条件との間の類似度を算出する類似 度算出手段と、 この類似度算出手段により算出された類似度にしたがっ て前記検出された文書すべてを並べ換え、この並べ換え た順番でこれらの文書をユーザに送信または提示する手 段とを具備してなることを特徴とする情報フィルタリン グ装置。 JPH10143540A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】 前記文書自体または前記文書を情報圧縮 したデータ (communication device) を文書複製情報として各文書の文書ＩＤと対 応させて格納する文書複製情報記憶手段をさらに具備 し、 前記文書修正検出手段は、前記文書複製情報記憶手段に 格納された文書複製情報との比較によって前記文書の作 成および修正を検出する手段を具備してなることを特徴 とする請求項１記載の情報フィルタリング装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device (リング) , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information (リング) , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH10143540A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 非定期的に作成および修正される複数の 文書の中から所定の文書を選出してユーザに提示する情 報フィルタリング (shipment conveyance device, packing slip information) 装置において、 新たに作成または修正された文書を検出する文書修正検 出手段と、 この文書修正検出手段によって検出された文書と予めユ ーザが指定した検索条件との間の類似度を算出する類似 度算出手段と、 この類似度算出手段により算出された類似度にしたがっ て前記検出された文書すべてを並べ換え、この並べ換え た順番でこれらの文書をユーザに送信または提示する手 段とを具備してなることを特徴とする情報 (receiver information) フィルタリン グ装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device (リング) , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (する情報) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information (リング) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (データ) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH10143540A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 非定期的に作成および修正される複数の 文書の中から所定の文書を選出してユーザに提示する情 報フィルタリング (shipment conveyance device, packing slip information) 装置において、 新たに作成または修正された文書を検出する文書修正検 出手段と、 この文書修正検出手段によって検出された文書と予めユ ーザが指定した検索条件との間の類似度を算出する類似 度算出手段と、 この類似度算出手段により算出された類似度にしたがっ て前記検出された文書すべてを並べ換え、この並べ換え た順番でこれらの文書をユーザに送信または提示する手 段とを具備してなることを特徴とする情報 (receiver information) フィルタリン グ装置。 JPH10143540A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】 前記文書自体または前記文書を情報圧縮 したデータ (communication device) を文書複製情報として各文書の文書ＩＤと対 応させて格納する文書複製情報記憶手段をさらに具備 し、 前記文書修正検出手段は、前記文書複製情報記憶手段に 格納された文書複製情報との比較によって前記文書の作 成および修正を検出する手段を具備してなることを特徴 とする請求項１記載の情報フィルタリング装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 6 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (リング) or the apparatus is a shipping container . |
JPH10143540A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 非定期的に作成および修正される複数の 文書の中から所定の文書を選出してユーザに提示する情 報フィルタリング (shipment conveyance device, packing slip information) 装置において、 新たに作成または修正された文書を検出する文書修正検 出手段と、 この文書修正検出手段によって検出された文書と予めユ ーザが指定した検索条件との間の類似度を算出する類似 度算出手段と、 この類似度算出手段により算出された類似度にしたがっ て前記検出された文書すべてを並べ換え、この並べ換え た順番でこれらの文書をユーザに送信または提示する手 段とを具備してなることを特徴とする情報フィルタリン グ装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 7 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (リング) or the apparatus is a pallet . |
JPH10143540A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 非定期的に作成および修正される複数の 文書の中から所定の文書を選出してユーザに提示する情 報フィルタリング (shipment conveyance device, packing slip information) 装置において、 新たに作成または修正された文書を検出する文書修正検 出手段と、 この文書修正検出手段によって検出された文書と予めユ ーザが指定した検索条件との間の類似度を算出する類似 度算出手段と、 この類似度算出手段により算出された類似度にしたがっ て前記検出された文書すべてを並べ換え、この並べ換え た順番でこれらの文書をユーザに送信または提示する手 段とを具備してなることを特徴とする情報フィルタリン グ装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 8 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the shipment conveyance device (リング) or the apparatus is a piece of luggage . |
JPH10143540A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 非定期的に作成および修正される複数の 文書の中から所定の文書を選出してユーザに提示する情 報フィルタリング (shipment conveyance device, packing slip information) 装置において、 新たに作成または修正された文書を検出する文書修正検 出手段と、 この文書修正検出手段によって検出された文書と予めユ ーザが指定した検索条件との間の類似度を算出する類似 度算出手段と、 この類似度算出手段により算出された類似度にしたがっ て前記検出された文書すべてを並べ換え、この並べ換え た順番でこれらの文書をユーザに送信または提示する手 段とを具備してなることを特徴とする情報フィルタリン グ装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 9 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a display , wherein the display is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device (リング) , wherein the display displays or provides information regarding the shipment conveyance device or information regarding a shipment or transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH10143540A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 非定期的に作成および修正される複数の 文書の中から所定の文書を選出してユーザに提示する情 報フィルタリング (shipment conveyance device, packing slip information) 装置において、 新たに作成または修正された文書を検出する文書修正検 出手段と、 この文書修正検出手段によって検出された文書と予めユ ーザが指定した検索条件との間の類似度を算出する類似 度算出手段と、 この類似度算出手段により算出された類似度にしたがっ て前記検出された文書すべてを並べ換え、この並べ換え た順番でこれらの文書をユーザに送信または提示する手 段とを具備してなることを特徴とする情報フィルタリン グ装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 10 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a receiver , wherein the receiver receives the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device (リング) . |
JPH10143540A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 非定期的に作成および修正される複数の 文書の中から所定の文書を選出してユーザに提示する情 報フィルタリング (shipment conveyance device, packing slip information) 装置において、 新たに作成または修正された文書を検出する文書修正検 出手段と、 この文書修正検出手段によって検出された文書と予めユ ーザが指定した検索条件との間の類似度を算出する類似 度算出手段と、 この類似度算出手段により算出された類似度にしたがっ て前記検出された文書すべてを並べ換え、この並べ換え た順番でこれらの文書をユーザに送信または提示する手 段とを具備してなることを特徴とする情報フィルタリン グ装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 11 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding a stop made by a carrier of the shipment conveyance device (リング) or information regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the message contains information regarding an unusual stopping period regarding a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH10143540A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 非定期的に作成および修正される複数の 文書の中から所定の文書を選出してユーザに提示する情 報フィルタリング (shipment conveyance device, packing slip information) 装置において、 新たに作成または修正された文書を検出する文書修正検 出手段と、 この文書修正検出手段によって検出された文書と予めユ ーザが指定した検索条件との間の類似度を算出する類似 度算出手段と、 この類似度算出手段により算出された類似度にしたがっ て前記検出された文書すべてを並べ換え、この並べ換え た順番でこれらの文書をユーザに送信または提示する手 段とを具備してなることを特徴とする情報フィルタリン グ装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device (リング) , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH10143540A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 非定期的に作成および修正される複数の 文書の中から所定の文書を選出してユーザに提示する情 報フィルタリング (shipment conveyance device, packing slip information) 装置において、 新たに作成または修正された文書を検出する文書修正検 出手段と、 この文書修正検出手段によって検出された文書と予めユ ーザが指定した検索条件との間の類似度を算出する類似 度算出手段と、 この類似度算出手段により算出された類似度にしたがっ て前記検出された文書すべてを並べ換え、この並べ換え た順番でこれらの文書をユーザに送信または提示する手 段とを具備してなることを特徴とする情報フィルタリン グ装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (データ) . |
JPH10143540A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】 前記文書自体または前記文書を情報圧縮 したデータ (communication device) を文書複製情報として各文書の文書ＩＤと対 応させて格納する文書複製情報記憶手段をさらに具備 し、 前記文書修正検出手段は、前記文書複製情報記憶手段に 格納された文書複製情報との比較によって前記文書の作 成および修正を検出する手段を具備してなることを特徴 とする請求項１記載の情報フィルタリング装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 15 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of a deviation from a pre-determined shipment or transportation route associated with a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device (リング) . |
JPH10143540A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 非定期的に作成および修正される複数の 文書の中から所定の文書を選出してユーザに提示する情 報フィルタリング (shipment conveyance device, packing slip information) 装置において、 新たに作成または修正された文書を検出する文書修正検 出手段と、 この文書修正検出手段によって検出された文書と予めユ ーザが指定した検索条件との間の類似度を算出する類似 度算出手段と、 この類似度算出手段により算出された類似度にしたがっ て前記検出された文書すべてを並べ換え、この並べ換え た順番でこれらの文書をユーザに送信または提示する手 段とを具備してなることを特徴とする情報フィルタリン グ装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 16 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the event is a detection of an unauthorized carrier or a wrong carrier shipping or transporting the shipment conveyance device (リング) or a detection of an unauthorized receiver of the shipment conveyance device or a wrong receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH10143540A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 非定期的に作成および修正される複数の 文書の中から所定の文書を選出してユーザに提示する情 報フィルタリング (shipment conveyance device, packing slip information) 装置において、 新たに作成または修正された文書を検出する文書修正検 出手段と、 この文書修正検出手段によって検出された文書と予めユ ーザが指定した検索条件との間の類似度を算出する類似 度算出手段と、 この類似度算出手段により算出された類似度にしたがっ て前記検出された文書すべてを並べ換え、この並べ換え た順番でこれらの文書をユーザに送信または提示する手 段とを具備してなることを特徴とする情報フィルタリン グ装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 17 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : an input device for inputting information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device (リング) , wherein the processor processes the information regarding a person or entity attempting to receive the shipment conveyance device and determines whether or not the person or entity is a proper receiver of the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH10143540A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 非定期的に作成および修正される複数の 文書の中から所定の文書を選出してユーザに提示する情 報フィルタリング (shipment conveyance device, packing slip information) 装置において、 新たに作成または修正された文書を検出する文書修正検 出手段と、 この文書修正検出手段によって検出された文書と予めユ ーザが指定した検索条件との間の類似度を算出する類似 度算出手段と、 この類似度算出手段により算出された類似度にしたがっ て前記検出された文書すべてを並べ換え、この並べ換え た順番でこれらの文書をユーザに送信または提示する手 段とを具備してなることを特徴とする情報フィルタリン グ装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 18 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor detects an occurrence giving rise to an insurance claim regarding the shipment conveyance device (リング) , and further wherein the message includes insurance claim information . |
JPH10143540A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 非定期的に作成および修正される複数の 文書の中から所定の文書を選出してユーザに提示する情 報フィルタリング (shipment conveyance device, packing slip information) 装置において、 新たに作成または修正された文書を検出する文書修正検 出手段と、 この文書修正検出手段によって検出された文書と予めユ ーザが指定した検索条件との間の類似度を算出する類似 度算出手段と、 この類似度算出手段により算出された類似度にしたがっ て前記検出された文書すべてを並べ換え、この並べ換え た順番でこれらの文書をユーザに送信または提示する手 段とを具備してなることを特徴とする情報フィルタリン グ装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 21 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device (リング) . |
JPH10143540A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 非定期的に作成および修正される複数の 文書の中から所定の文書を選出してユーザに提示する情 報フィルタリング (shipment conveyance device, packing slip information) 装置において、 新たに作成または修正された文書を検出する文書修正検 出手段と、 この文書修正検出手段によって検出された文書と予めユ ーザが指定した検索条件との間の類似度を算出する類似 度算出手段と、 この類似度算出手段により算出された類似度にしたがっ て前記検出された文書すべてを並べ換え、この並べ換え た順番でこれらの文書をユーザに送信または提示する手 段とを具備してなることを特徴とする情報フィルタリン グ装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device (リング) , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH10143540A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 非定期的に作成および修正される複数の 文書の中から所定の文書を選出してユーザに提示する情 報フィルタリング (shipment conveyance device, packing slip information) 装置において、 新たに作成または修正された文書を検出する文書修正検 出手段と、 この文書修正検出手段によって検出された文書と予めユ ーザが指定した検索条件との間の類似度を算出する類似 度算出手段と、 この類似度算出手段により算出された類似度にしたがっ て前記検出された文書すべてを並べ換え、この並べ換え た順番でこれらの文書をユーザに送信または提示する手 段とを具備してなることを特徴とする情報フィルタリン グ装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (データ) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH10143540A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】 前記文書自体または前記文書を情報圧縮 したデータ (communication device) を文書複製情報として各文書の文書ＩＤと対 応させて格納する文書複製情報記憶手段をさらに具備 し、 前記文書修正検出手段は、前記文書複製情報記憶手段に 格納された文書複製情報との比較によって前記文書の作 成および修正を検出する手段を具備してなることを特徴 とする請求項１記載の情報フィルタリング装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (データ) . |
JPH10143540A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】 前記文書自体または前記文書を情報圧縮 したデータ (communication device) を文書複製情報として各文書の文書ＩＤと対 応させて格納する文書複製情報記憶手段をさらに具備 し、 前記文書修正検出手段は、前記文書複製情報記憶手段に 格納された文書複製情報との比較によって前記文書の作 成および修正を検出する手段を具備してなることを特徴 とする請求項１記載の情報フィルタリング装置。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH10143541A Filed: 1997-09-12 Issued: 1998-05-29 情報フィルタリング装置および情報フィルタリング方法 (Original Assignee) Toshiba Corp; 株式会社東芝 Kazuo Sumita, 一男 住田 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (前記判定手段) , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH10143541A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 予め登録された検索条件と文書に含まれ る情報との間の類似度を算出し、その算出した類似度に したがって複数の文書の中から所定の文書を選出する情 報フィルタリング装置において、 前記文書が複数の情報単位を含むか否か判定する判定手 段と、 前記判定手段 (destination information) によって複数の情報単位を含むと判定され た文書を情報単位ごとに分割する分割手段と、 前記分割手段によって分割された情報単位それぞれに、 前記検索条件との間の類似度を算出する類似度算出手段 とを具備してなることを特徴とする情報 (receiver information) フィルタリング 装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information (前記判定手段) , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH10143541A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 予め登録された検索条件と文書に含まれ る情報との間の類似度を算出し、その算出した類似度に したがって複数の文書の中から所定の文書を選出する情 報フィルタリング装置において、 前記文書が複数の情報単位を含むか否か判定する判定手 段と、 前記判定手段 (destination information) によって複数の情報単位を含むと判定され た文書を情報単位ごとに分割する分割手段と、 前記分割手段によって分割された情報単位それぞれに、 前記検索条件との間の類似度を算出する類似度算出手段 とを具備してなることを特徴とする情報 (receiver information) フィルタリング 装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information (前記判定手段) regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (する情報) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH10143541A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 予め登録された検索条件と文書に含まれ る情報との間の類似度を算出し、その算出した類似度に したがって複数の文書の中から所定の文書を選出する情 報フィルタリング装置において、 前記文書が複数の情報単位を含むか否か判定する判定手 段と、 前記判定手段 (destination information) によって複数の情報単位を含むと判定され た文書を情報単位ごとに分割する分割手段と、 前記分割手段によって分割された情報単位それぞれに、 前記検索条件との間の類似度を算出する類似度算出手段 とを具備してなることを特徴とする情報 (receiver information) フィルタリング 装置。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH1166098A Filed: 1997-08-27 Issued: 1999-03-09 情報取得伝達方法および装置 (Original Assignee) Nippon Telegr & Teleph Corp <Ntt>; 日本電信電話株式会社 Hideaki Suzuki, Atsushi Terauchi, 敦 寺内, 英明 鈴木 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information (の興味) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (の伝達) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH1166098A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 計算機ネットワーク上に存在する情報 (receiver information) の 取得および伝達を行う情報取得伝達方法であって、 情報を取得した計算機は、この取得した情報のキーワー ドを抽出し、 該計算機と同じコミュニティに属している他の計算機に 前記抽出したキーワードを送出し、 情報を取得したい計算機は、前記送出されたキーワード によって情報を採用するか否かを決定することを特徴と する情報取得伝達方法。 JPH1166098A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】 前記情報を取得したい計算機は、 伝達された情報の保存または廃棄の操作を利用者が選択 する工程と、 前記利用者の選択した操作に応じて興味の表現を変化さ せる工程と、 前記計算機の属するコミュニティ毎に用意した雛型を用 いて利用者の興味 (handling instruction information) の表現を変化させる工程と、 情報のキーワードと前記雛型と利用者の興味を用いて興 味分野毎の重みの平均を求める演算を行う工程とを有 し、 情報を採用するか否かの決定は前記演算の結果に応じて 行うことを特徴とする請求項１記載の情報取得伝達方 法。 JPH1166098A CLAIM 3 【請求項３】 ネットワークを構成している計算機上に 設置され、前記計算機ネットワーク上に存在する情報を 取得し、他の計算機への伝達 (transportation temperature) を行う情報取得伝達装置で あって、 取得した情報のキーワードを抽出するキーワード抽出手 段と、 設置されている計算機と同じコミュニティに属している 他の計算機の情報取得伝達装置に前記抽出したキーワー ドを送出するキーワード送出手段と、 他の計算機に設置された情報取得伝達装置から送出され たキーワードを受信するキーワード受信手段と、 計算機の属するコミュニティ毎に用意された雛型による 表現形式によって該計算機の利用者の興味に関する情報 を保持する興味情報保持手段と、 前記受信したキーワードと前記利用者の興味に関する情 報と利用者の興味を用いて興味分野毎の重みの平均を求 める演算を行う演算手段と、 情報を採用するか否かの決定を前記演算の結果に応じて 行う決定手段とを有することを特徴とする情報取得伝達 装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information (の興味) , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH1166098A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 計算機ネットワーク上に存在する情報 (receiver information) の 取得および伝達を行う情報取得伝達方法であって、 情報を取得した計算機は、この取得した情報のキーワー ドを抽出し、 該計算機と同じコミュニティに属している他の計算機に 前記抽出したキーワードを送出し、 情報を取得したい計算機は、前記送出されたキーワード によって情報を採用するか否かを決定することを特徴と する情報取得伝達方法。 JPH1166098A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】 前記情報を取得したい計算機は、 伝達された情報の保存または廃棄の操作を利用者が選択 する工程と、 前記利用者の選択した操作に応じて興味の表現を変化さ せる工程と、 前記計算機の属するコミュニティ毎に用意した雛型を用 いて利用者の興味 (handling instruction information) の表現を変化させる工程と、 情報のキーワードと前記雛型と利用者の興味を用いて興 味分野毎の重みの平均を求める演算を行う工程とを有 し、 情報を採用するか否かの決定は前記演算の結果に応じて 行うことを特徴とする請求項１記載の情報取得伝達方 法。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (する情報) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information (の興味) regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (の伝達) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH1166098A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】 計算機ネットワーク上に存在する情報 (receiver information) の 取得および伝達を行う情報取得伝達方法であって、 情報を取得した計算機は、この取得した情報のキーワー ドを抽出し、 該計算機と同じコミュニティに属している他の計算機に 前記抽出したキーワードを送出し、 情報を取得したい計算機は、前記送出されたキーワード によって情報を採用するか否かを決定することを特徴と する情報取得伝達方法。 JPH1166098A CLAIM 2 【請求項２】 前記情報を取得したい計算機は、 伝達された情報の保存または廃棄の操作を利用者が選択 する工程と、 前記利用者の選択した操作に応じて興味の表現を変化さ せる工程と、 前記計算機の属するコミュニティ毎に用意した雛型を用 いて利用者の興味 (handling instruction information) の表現を変化させる工程と、 情報のキーワードと前記雛型と利用者の興味を用いて興 味分野毎の重みの平均を求める演算を行う工程とを有 し、 情報を採用するか否かの決定は前記演算の結果に応じて 行うことを特徴とする請求項１記載の情報取得伝達方 法。 JPH1166098A CLAIM 3 【請求項３】 ネットワークを構成している計算機上に 設置され、前記計算機ネットワーク上に存在する情報を 取得し、他の計算機への伝達 (transportation temperature) を行う情報取得伝達装置で あって、 取得した情報のキーワードを抽出するキーワード抽出手 段と、 設置されている計算機と同じコミュニティに属している 他の計算機の情報取得伝達装置に前記抽出したキーワー ドを送出するキーワード送出手段と、 他の計算機に設置された情報取得伝達装置から送出され たキーワードを受信するキーワード受信手段と、 計算機の属するコミュニティ毎に用意された雛型による 表現形式によって該計算機の利用者の興味に関する情報 を保持する興味情報保持手段と、 前記受信したキーワードと前記利用者の興味に関する情 報と利用者の興味を用いて興味分野毎の重みの平均を求 める演算を行う演算手段と、 情報を採用するか否かの決定を前記演算の結果に応じて 行う決定手段とを有することを特徴とする情報取得伝達 装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 12 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the shipment conveyance device , a shock exerted on the shipment conveyance device , an impact exerted on the shipment conveyance device , or a force exerted on the shipment conveyance device , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature during the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (の伝達) , or an impact or force exerted on the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH1166098A CLAIM 3 【請求項３】 ネットワークを構成している計算機上に 設置され、前記計算機ネットワーク上に存在する情報を 取得し、他の計算機への伝達 (transportation temperature) を行う情報取得伝達装置で あって、 取得した情報のキーワードを抽出するキーワード抽出手 段と、 設置されている計算機と同じコミュニティに属している 他の計算機の情報取得伝達装置に前記抽出したキーワー ドを送出するキーワード送出手段と、 他の計算機に設置された情報取得伝達装置から送出され たキーワードを受信するキーワード受信手段と、 計算機の属するコミュニティ毎に用意された雛型による 表現形式によって該計算機の利用者の興味に関する情報 を保持する興味情報保持手段と、 前記受信したキーワードと前記利用者の興味に関する情 報と利用者の興味を用いて興味分野毎の重みの平均を求 める演算を行う演算手段と、 情報を採用するか否かの決定を前記演算の結果に応じて 行う決定手段とを有することを特徴とする情報取得伝達 装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 22 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the message contains information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature (の伝達) , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH1166098A CLAIM 3 【請求項３】 ネットワークを構成している計算機上に 設置され、前記計算機ネットワーク上に存在する情報を 取得し、他の計算機への伝達 (transportation temperature) を行う情報取得伝達装置で あって、 取得した情報のキーワードを抽出するキーワード抽出手 段と、 設置されている計算機と同じコミュニティに属している 他の計算機の情報取得伝達装置に前記抽出したキーワー ドを送出するキーワード送出手段と、 他の計算機に設置された情報取得伝達装置から送出され たキーワードを受信するキーワード受信手段と、 計算機の属するコミュニティ毎に用意された雛型による 表現形式によって該計算機の利用者の興味に関する情報 を保持する興味情報保持手段と、 前記受信したキーワードと前記利用者の興味に関する情 報と利用者の興味を用いて興味分野毎の重みの平均を求 める演算を行う演算手段と、 情報を採用するか否かの決定を前記演算の結果に応じて 行う決定手段とを有することを特徴とする情報取得伝達 装置。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 25 . The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising : a sensor , wherein the sensor monitors or measures a temperature during a shipment or a transportation of the piece of luggage , a shock exerted on the piece of luggage , an impact exerted on the piece of luggage , or a force exerted on the piece of luggage , wherein the message contains information regarding a temperature of the shipment or the transportation , a change in a shipment or transportation temperature (の伝達) , or an impact or force exerted on the piece of luggage . |
JPH1166098A CLAIM 3 【請求項３】 ネットワークを構成している計算機上に 設置され、前記計算機ネットワーク上に存在する情報を 取得し、他の計算機への伝達 (transportation temperature) を行う情報取得伝達装置で あって、 取得した情報のキーワードを抽出するキーワード抽出手 段と、 設置されている計算機と同じコミュニティに属している 他の計算機の情報取得伝達装置に前記抽出したキーワー ドを送出するキーワード送出手段と、 他の計算機に設置された情報取得伝達装置から送出され たキーワードを受信するキーワード受信手段と、 計算機の属するコミュニティ毎に用意された雛型による 表現形式によって該計算機の利用者の興味に関する情報 を保持する興味情報保持手段と、 前記受信したキーワードと前記利用者の興味に関する情 報と利用者の興味を用いて興味分野毎の重みの平均を求 める演算を行う演算手段と、 情報を採用するか否かの決定を前記演算の結果に応じて 行う決定手段とを有することを特徴とする情報取得伝達 装置。 |
| US9847029B2 Filed: 2001-01-23 Issued: 2017-12-19 Apparatus and method for providing shipment information (Original Assignee) GTJ VENTURES LLC (Current Assignee) Transcend Shipping Systems LLC Raymond A. Joao | JPH1166081A Filed: 1997-08-12 Issued: 1999-03-09 プロファイル取得システム、情報提供システム、プロファイル取得方法及び媒体 (Original Assignee) N T T Data:Kk; 株式会社エヌ・ティ・ティ・データ Osamu Dousaka, Osamu Iwaki, 修 岩城, 修 道坂 |
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| US9847029B2 CLAIM 1 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , wherein the processor generates a message containing information regarding the position or location of the shipment conveyance device and information regarding the occurrence of the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH1166081A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】ユーザが作成した文書、ユーザが引用した 文書及びユーザが参照した文書の少なくともいずれか１ つを含むユーザ文書を検索する文書検索手段と、 前記文書検索手段により検索されたユーザ文書から該ユ ーザ文書中の出現頻度に基づいてキーワードを抽出する キーワード抽出手段と、 前記キーワード抽出手段により抽出されたキーワードに 基づいて該ユーザのプロファイルを生成するプロファイ ル生成手段と、を具備することを特徴とするプロファイ ル取得システム (communication device, second communication device) 。 JPH1166081A CLAIM 7 【請求項７】ユーザが作成した文書、ユーザが引用した 文書及びユーザが参照した文書のうちの少なくともいず れかを含むユーザ文書に基づいてユーザに対応するプロ ファイルを取得するプロファイル取得手段と、 前記プロファイル取得手段で取得されたプロファイルに 基づいて、該プロファイルに対応する新たな情報を検索 する情報 (receiver information) 検索手段と、 前記情報検索手段で新たな情報が検索された場合に、該 新たな情報を提供する新規情報提供手段と、を具備する ことを特徴とする情報提供システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 2 . An apparatus , comprising : a shipment conveyance device , wherein the shipment conveyance device is a shipping container , a pallet , or a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the shipment conveyance device ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the shipment conveyance device in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the shipment conveyance device ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム) associated with an owner of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH1166081A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】ユーザが作成した文書、ユーザが引用した 文書及びユーザが参照した文書の少なくともいずれか１ つを含むユーザ文書を検索する文書検索手段と、 前記文書検索手段により検索されたユーザ文書から該ユ ーザ文書中の出現頻度に基づいてキーワードを抽出する キーワード抽出手段と、 前記キーワード抽出手段により抽出されたキーワードに 基づいて該ユーザのプロファイルを生成するプロファイ ル生成手段と、を具備することを特徴とするプロファイ ル取得システム (communication device, second communication device) 。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 3 . The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising : a memory , wherein the memory is located in , on , or at , the shipment conveyance device , and further wherein the memory stores information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via or which is contained in or on the shipment conveyance device , and origination information , sender information , shipper information , destination information , receiver information (する情報) , handling instruction information , delivery instruction information , invoice information , packing slip information , delivery time information , or payment instruction information , regarding the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH1166081A CLAIM 7 【請求項７】ユーザが作成した文書、ユーザが引用した 文書及びユーザが参照した文書のうちの少なくともいず れかを含むユーザ文書に基づいてユーザに対応するプロ ファイルを取得するプロファイル取得手段と、 前記プロファイル取得手段で取得されたプロファイルに 基づいて、該プロファイルに対応する新たな情報を検索 する情報 (receiver information) 検索手段と、 前記情報検索手段で新たな情報が検索された場合に、該 新たな情報を提供する新規情報提供手段と、を具備する ことを特徴とする情報提供システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 4 . The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the message contains information regarding a description of a good , product , or item , being shipped or transported via the shipment conveyance device , origination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , sender information regarding a shipment or a transportation , shipper information regarding a shipment or a transportation , destination information regarding a shipment or a transportation , receiver information (する情報) regarding a shipment or a transportation , handling instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , invoice information regarding a shipment or a transportation , packing slip information regarding a shipment or a transportation , delivery time information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or payment instruction information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus stores information regarding a temperature requirement regarding a shipment or a transportation , digitized map information , information regarding a stop or stops made during a transport of a shipment or a transportation , or travel route information regarding a shipment or a transportation , or wherein the apparatus transmits the message or transmits a second message to the communication device (システム) or to a second communication device associated with an individual or entity , a sender of the shipment conveyance device , a receiver of the shipment conveyance device , a carrier of the shipment conveyance device , or an authorized individual or entity , wherein , if the second message is transmitted , the second message contains information contained in the message or contains information regarding a position or location of the shipment conveyance device or information regarding the occurrence of an the event , a status of a shipment or a transportation of or involving the shipment conveyance device , a shipment or transportation temperature , or an impact or force on the shipment conveyance device , or wherein the event is a detection of a shipment or transportation temperature which deviates from a shipment or transportation temperature requirement , or the event is a detection of an impact experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a force experienced by the shipment conveyance device , a mishandling of the shipment conveyance device , a dropping of the shipment conveyance device , or an accident involving the shipment conveyance device . |
JPH1166081A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】ユーザが作成した文書、ユーザが引用した 文書及びユーザが参照した文書の少なくともいずれか１ つを含むユーザ文書を検索する文書検索手段と、 前記文書検索手段により検索されたユーザ文書から該ユ ーザ文書中の出現頻度に基づいてキーワードを抽出する キーワード抽出手段と、 前記キーワード抽出手段により抽出されたキーワードに 基づいて該ユーザのプロファイルを生成するプロファイ ル生成手段と、を具備することを特徴とするプロファイ ル取得システム (communication device, second communication device) 。 JPH1166081A CLAIM 7 【請求項７】ユーザが作成した文書、ユーザが引用した 文書及びユーザが参照した文書のうちの少なくともいず れかを含むユーザ文書に基づいてユーザに対応するプロ ファイルを取得するプロファイル取得手段と、 前記プロファイル取得手段で取得されたプロファイルに 基づいて、該プロファイルに対応する新たな情報を検索 する情報 (receiver information) 検索手段と、 前記情報検索手段で新たな情報が検索された場合に、該 新たな情報を提供する新規情報提供手段と、を具備する ことを特徴とする情報提供システム。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 14 . The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (システム) . |
JPH1166081A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】ユーザが作成した文書、ユーザが引用した 文書及びユーザが参照した文書の少なくともいずれか１ つを含むユーザ文書を検索する文書検索手段と、 前記文書検索手段により検索されたユーザ文書から該ユ ーザ文書中の出現頻度に基づいてキーワードを抽出する キーワード抽出手段と、 前記キーワード抽出手段により抽出されたキーワードに 基づいて該ユーザのプロファイルを生成するプロファイ ル生成手段と、を具備することを特徴とするプロファイ ル取得システム (communication device, second communication device) 。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 23 . An apparatus , comprising : a piece of luggage ; a global positioning device , wherein the global positioning device is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the global positioning device determines a position or location of the piece of luggage ; a processor , wherein the processor processes information regarding the piece of luggage in response to an occurrence of an event or in response to a request for information regarding the piece of luggage , and further wherein the processor generates a message in response to the occurrence of the event or in response to the request for information regarding the piece of luggage ; and a transmitter , wherein the transmitter is located in , on , or at , the piece of luggage , and further wherein the transmitter transmits the message to a communication device (システム) associated with an owner of the piece of luggage , a receiver of the piece of luggage , or an individual authorized to receive the message . |
JPH1166081A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】ユーザが作成した文書、ユーザが引用した 文書及びユーザが参照した文書の少なくともいずれか１ つを含むユーザ文書を検索する文書検索手段と、 前記文書検索手段により検索されたユーザ文書から該ユ ーザ文書中の出現頻度に基づいてキーワードを抽出する キーワード抽出手段と、 前記キーワード抽出手段により抽出されたキーワードに 基づいて該ユーザのプロファイルを生成するプロファイ ル生成手段と、を具備することを特徴とするプロファイ ル取得システム (communication device, second communication device) 。 |
| US9847029B2 CLAIM 29 . The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein the processor generates a delivery message , and further wherein the apparatus transmits the delivery message to the communication device (システム) . |
JPH1166081A CLAIM 1 【請求項１】ユーザが作成した文書、ユーザが引用した 文書及びユーザが参照した文書の少なくともいずれか１ つを含むユーザ文書を検索する文書検索手段と、 前記文書検索手段により検索されたユーザ文書から該ユ ーザ文書中の出現頻度に基づいてキーワードを抽出する キーワード抽出手段と、 前記キーワード抽出手段により抽出されたキーワードに 基づいて該ユーザのプロファイルを生成するプロファイ ル生成手段と、を具備することを特徴とするプロファイ ル取得システム (communication device, second communication device) 。 |