Abstract: An authorization system (10) includes a reader (1) for a reader-card interaction (92) with a card (2), and a logic module configured to assign the reader (1) and the card (2) to each other and to make operable the reader-card interaction (92) based on authorization data comprising reader data and card data. The logic module is further configured to read via a non-contact interface (12.1) device data from an authorization storage device (5) and to assign the reader (1) to the card (2) based on the device data for making operable the reader-card interaction (92). The authorization storage device (5) is arranged spaced apart from the non-contact interface (12.1) at an essentially fixed distance (9), for example during the reader-device interaction (95). Using the device data makes it possible to enable efficiently the reader-card interaction (92) in case the reader data does not match the card data, for example.

Abstract: A micro marker is formed of geometric features having various colors to apply to an object. The micro marker includes a background having a first color, multiple localization features formed on the background having a second color, and multiple information encoding features, each information encoding feature having a color selected from multiple colors to represent digital values, the information encoding features being arranged proximate the localization features on the background.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a biochip measuring system. The cytometer system includes a biochip and a biochip measuring apparatus. The biochip includes a substrate, for carrying bio-molecule droplet, and a stamp marking area, for receiving or displaying a stamp for identifying whether the biochip is used. The biochip measuring apparatus includes a controller, a driver circuit, a driver interface, a light, a light detector, and a stamp marking unit, for marking the stamp on the stamp marking area of the biochip after the biochip measuring apparatus completes measurement of the biochip.

Abstract: A checkout system for, and a method of, processing target data electro-optically readable by a clerk-operated workstation and a customer-operated accessory reader, include a data capture arrangement at the workstation for capturing target data associated with products to be checked out by the clerk in a transaction, and a data capture assembly at the accessory reader for capturing additional target data related to the transaction. A workstation microprocessor processes the target data during an active mode, and stands by during a standby mode. An accessory microprocessor acquires the additional target data, and sends the acquired additional target data to the workstation microprocessor for processing during the standby mode.

Abstract: On a two-dimensional optical identification device with same gray level, a plurality of two-dimensional optical identification codes are arranged, each having a plurality of data blocks and an outer positioning block. Each data block has a plurality of defined patterns, and each defined pattern is located in one of virtual areas produced by equally dividing the data block. The outer positioning block has a plurality of first positioning points and a first direction identification point, and is placed at two adjacent boundaries of the plurality of data blocks for defining the positions of the plurality of data blocks. A fixed position data block is selected as a data block coding indication block for indicating the coding of the other data blocks.

Abstract: An analytical device is provided that can easily determine whether analysis results are affected by drug administration for the test subject when a sample such as urine or blood is analyzed. The analytical device includes reading means capable of reading test subject identification information recorded on an information recording portion of a sample container, and data output means capable of outputting data on analysis results of a sample contained in the sample container, the analytical device further having: information acquiring means capable of acquiring, from a source external to the analytical device, drug administration information on the test subject corresponding to the test subject identification information read by the reading means, wherein when the data on analysis results of a sample are outputted by the data output means, data on the drug administration information on the test subject corresponding thereto are also outputted.

Abstract: This disclosure defines systems, methods and apparatus for scanning in a distribution environment. In one aspect a method is disclosed for expanding a field of view of a camera. The method may include moving a mirror according to a determined pattern of movement and speed and capturing a series of images with a camera while the mirror is moving such that the field of view defining images captured by the camera changes based on the position of the mirror. The method may further include using image data from the series of images to process information located on a target item being imaged. In another aspect, an apparatus is disclosed including a selectively movable mirror positioned relative to an image capture device. A controller is configured to capture an image while the mirror is moving.

Abstract: A method includes acquiring imaging data of a scene using an imaging tool. The method also includes extracting radio frequency identification (RFID) data stored in an RFID tag associated with the scene. The method further includes associating the RFID data with the imaging data.

Abstract: The specification discloses an outsert assembly for pharmaceutical and other containers. The assembly includes an outsert, a tape holding the outsert in a folded configuration, and a machine-readable identifier on the tape. The machine-readable identifier may include e-pedigree information. The outsert may include printed dosage information and relevant medical warnings.

Abstract: An assembly and method of identifying and visually associating individuals and medical equipment includes a computing device having a software algorithm that determines a unique combination of one or more human cognitive identifiers to avoid confusion and displays the determined selection on an electronic skin located on the individual or medical equipment so that identities and associations amongst individuals and equipment can be understood readily.

Abstract: A method for reading a code displayed on printed matter is disclosed. The present invention is implemented by reading a segment code referring to predetermined data, which is displayed, extracting direction information of the read segment code, and interpreting the data which the read segment code refers to on the basis of the extracted direction information. According to the present invention, the code printed on the printed matter is read without using a bar code to output text, voice, image, moving picture information, and the like corresponding to the read code.

Abstract: A method for designing identity plates which are placed on corresponding shopping carts is provided. A unique identity data is represented on each identity plate using an identification code. The unique identity data is encoded employing symbols having distinct physical characteristics. The association between the symbols and the identification code is predetermined. The method enables identifying shopping carts by capturing images of the shopping carts using video sensors and decoding identity data on each identity plate placed on each shopping cart. The identity data is decoded by recognizing symbols based on physical characteristics and translating recognized symbols to corresponding identity data referring to the predetermined association between the symbols and identification code. Identity data of shopping carts, identity data of video sensors and timestamp information is used for identifying location of video sensors using which path taken by shopping carts in the retail store is tracked.

Abstract: A method for identifying a QR code in an image includes inputting an image, and using one or more computer processor to identify edges in the image; create an edge count image; label connected regions in the edge count image; create a candidate region list; for each individual candidate in the candidate region list: find regions that overlap with the region in the individual candidate; group regions that overlap into a group of overlapped regions; for each group: merge the overlapped regions into a merged region; add each merged region to the candidate region list to form a new candidate region list; and perform decoding of a QR code in each region in the new candidate region list.

Abstract: Embodiments provide systems, methods, processes, computer program code and means for using mobile devices to conduct transactions with ATM devices.

Abstract: A computerized system for activating, issuing and otherwise managing transactions and activities pertaining to stored-value cards over a communications network. A central information database is provided for storing stored-value cardholder and card purchaser information received directly from respective stored-value cardholders and card purchasers PCs through a universal central processor via respective communication gateways. The central processor is coupled for communication realtime to multiple unaffiliated stored-value card processing networks normally operated by respective hosts. Each network includes a stored-value card processor coupled to a stored-value card database and multiple respective merchant communication devices. The central processor is programmed for managing the activation and issuance of transactions and activities for the stored-value card through the respective unaffiliated networks.

Abstract: A hand held matrix code scanner includes an orthogonal transfer charge-coupled device (OTCCD), a controller coupled to the OTCCD, and a sensor coupled to the controller. The sensor senses movement of the scanner The controller is configured to move a first location of the OTCCD array to a second location as a function of data from the sensor to compensate for the device motion during image exposure.

Abstract: A system and method includes displaying a prompt on a display device of a first computing device to input information for an e-commerce session. Next, a selection for completing the e-commerce session by an information transfer is received. A machine-readable code that captures data corresponding to the e-commerce session, such as a web session identifier, is generated by the first computing device. The machine-readable code is made available for scanning by the first computing device. A message derived from the machine-readable and produced by a second computing device that scans the machine-readable code is received over a computer network. In response to receiving the message derived from the machine-readable code, information is transferred from a secure server to the e-commerce session. Before any information is transferred from the secure server to the e-commerce session, a prompt may be displayed on the second computing device requesting authorization for the transfer.

Abstract: A portable electronic device includes an image capture module that captures a digital image of a symbology that is affixed to a regulated product. The device decodes the symbology to identify an end user functional element which has a public component and a law enforcement component. If the device has received a law enforcement official verification, then the device may use the law enforcement component of the functional element to take a first action. If the device has not received the law enforcement official verification, then the processor device may use the public component of the functional element to take a second action.

Abstract: An electronic medical information card (1) for storing an individual's emergency medical information on. The medical information card is stored in a storage sleeve (2) to attract the attention of medical personnel. The storage sleeve may be removably attachable to a user's driver's license, wallet, purse and so forth so that it may be easily seen by a first responder. The information on the electronic medical information card may be updated by an individual over the internet by sending updated information to a central location that updates the information in a central database and allows the user to download the updated information back onto the electronic medical information card. The electronic medical information card may also be used in conjunction with an Advanced Automatic Collision Notification system or GPS system to alert emergency personnel of the location of an emergency and to relay medical information.

Abstract: An electronic medical information card (1) for storing an individual's emergency medical information on. The information on the electronic medical information card may be updated by an individual over the internet by sending updated information to a central location that updates the information in a central database and allows the user to download the updated information back onto the electronic medical information card. The electronic medical information card may be also be used as a form of identification, such as a driver's license, an insurance card and so forth.