Abstract: The present disclosure provides a system and method for generating an empathetic profile and sending messages to a living individual. The system and method includes a processor configured to create the empathetic profile using personal data of a deceased individual, to create a user profile using personal data of the living individual, and to create a relationship link in a database of relationships between the empathetic profile and the user profile based on association data and similarities in data between the empathetic profile and the user profile. The processor is further configured to generate a message to be sent by a communications interface when a trigger condition is met, wherein the content of the generated message is based on the empathetic profile, the user profile and the relationship link. The system and method further includes a memory to store the empathetic profile, the user profile and the database of relationships.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to calculating dimensions of loaded or partially loaded pallets for purposes of billing. A plurality of cameras are utilized to determine dimensions of a package placed in bounding volume for shipping.

Abstract: A package sorting system is described that can be used to efficiently sort and pack Ropak containers for transporting packages from a sorting facility to a destination facility. The package sorting system can determine a particular Ropak container to place the package in as well as determine if the package was placed in the current Ropak container.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods and systems for calculating dimensions of objects on loaded or partially loaded pallets for purposes of billing in shipping and transportation applications using depth-sensing imaging devices. A plurality of depth maps of an object are retrieved from one or more imaging devices. The depth maps are filtered and transformed into a world co-ordinate system based on calibration of the imaging devices. A point cloud is generated and a minimum volume bounding box is determined. The edge lengths and height of the object are calculated, and a volume may be determined to associate a volume with the object.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to calculating dimensions of loaded or partially loaded pallets for purposes of billing. A plurality of cameras are utilized to determine dimensions of a package placed in bounding volume for shipping.

Abstract: A system and method for optimizing vehicle capacity utilization in package delivery is provided. Discounts are generated for potential customers along a delivery route are determined and sent to the customers. If the offer is accepted the vehicle route is modified to enable pickup of the packages.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods and systems for calculating dimensions of objects on loaded or partially loaded pallets for purposes of billing in shipping and transportation applications using depth-sensing imaging devices. A plurality of depth maps of an object are retrieved from one or mote imaging devices. The depth maps are filtered and transformed into a world co-ordinate system based on calibration of the imaging devices. A point cloud is generated and a minimum volume bounding box is determined. The edge lengths and height of the object are calculated, and a volume may be determined to associate a volume with the object.

Abstract: A system and method for providing intelligent mail recovery are provided. A cart for receiving a bucket containing mail items provide a camera and scale on a frame for detecting movement of mail items and determining destination as well as an associated weight of the mail item. An indicator is provided to an operator of the system as to the destination of the mail item. The mail item can then be sorted to the appropriate sort location. The system provides the ability to efficiently sort mail in addition to being portable within a sorting facility.

Abstract: A package sorting system is described that can be used to efficiently sort and pack Ropak containers for transporting packages from a sorting facility to a destination facility. The package sorting system can determine a particular Ropak container to place the package in as well as determine if the package was placed in the current Ropak container.

Abstract: Integration of wearable technology into package delivery is provided. Wearable technology such as smart watches can enable improved delivery efficiency by using telemetry information from a telemetry device associated with a delivery vehicle with package information to deliver content to the wearable computing device. The driver can interact with the computing device to provide updates on delivers and track activity to improve costing of packages. In addition the wearable technology can facility improved customer interactions and efficiencies.

Abstract: The vision sort system provides a semi-automated sort system that requires no other action from the user other than picking up a box and placing on a skid. The vision sort system is most effective in a manual sort system. The vision sort system integrates various operational technologies in order to provide staff with information to ensure the packages are sorted to the correct destination. Validation feedback is provided to ensure no missorts occur. Information is collected on the package and final destination for tracking purposes. Benefits of the vision sort system include sort accuracy, package visibility, and reduced requirement for sort knowledge by operator and revenue recovery (cube and reweigh) on all packages. This application is perfect for pick and pack systems that are in-motion and any transportation sortation facility. This is applicable for any product including mail or non packaged items.

Abstract: A system and method for providing intelligent mail recovery are provided. A cart for receiving a bucket containing mail items provide a camera and scale on a frame for detecting movement of mail items and determining destination as well as an associated weight of the mail item. An indicator is provided to an operator of the system as to the destination of the mail item. The mail item can then be sorted to the appropriate sort location. The system provides the ability to efficiently sort mail in addition to being portable within a sorting facility.

Abstract: The vision sort system provides a semi-automated sort system that requires no other action from the user other than picking up a box and placing on a skid. The vision sort system is most effective in a manual sort system. The vision sort system integrates various operational technologies in order to provide staff with information to ensure the packages are sorted to the correct destination. Validation feedback is provided to ensure no missorts occur. Information is collected on the package and final destination for tracking purposes. Benefits of the vision sort system include sort accuracy, package visibility, and reduced requirement for sort knowledge by operator and revenue recovery (cube and reweigh) on all packages. This application is perfect for pick and pack systems that are in-motion and any transportation sortation facility. This is applicable for any product including mail or non packaged items.