Abstract: A photogrammetry system includes a memory, a processor, and a geo-positioning device. The geo-positioning device outputs telemetry regarding a vehicle on which one or more cameras are mounted. The processor can receive first telemetry from the geo-positioning device characterizing the vehicle telemetry at a first time, camera specification(s) regarding the cameras, photogrammetric requirement(s) for captured images, and a last camera trigger time. The processor can determine a next trigger time for the cameras based upon the received telemetry, camera specification(s), photogrammetric requirement(s), and last trigger time. The processor can transmit a trigger signal to the camera(s) and the geo-positioning device to cause the camera(s) to acquire images of a target and the geo-positioning device to store second vehicle telemetry data characterizing the vehicle telemetry at a second time that is after the first time and during acquisition of the images.

Abstract: Deactivating one or more components of a surveillance system in response to authenticating an authorized person is disclosed and described. A method includes receiving an indication that an authorized user has unlocked an onsite device associated with a property. The method includes, in response to receiving the indication, deactivating one or components of a surveillance system installed at the property and storing a log comprising an identity of the authorized user and a timestamp when the authorized user accessed the property.

Abstract: A method of creating a profile of a room via a plurality of wireless local area network (WLAN) access points may include determining, via a processor executing code instructions of an information handling system, a location fingerprint of a plurality of location data points of an information handling system relative to a plurality of address-identified access points; detecting a received signal strength indicator (RSSI) between the location data points of the information handling system and the access points and a time of flight (TOF) signal distance between the information handling system and the plurality of WLAN access points; and comparing the RSSI to a time of flight (TOF) signal between the location data points and the plurality of address-identified access points to: establish a location fingerprint for the location data points; and detect a reduction in power related to the RSSI passing through a barrier via a network interface device of the information handling system with at least one identified acc

Abstract: A method for handling video includes extracting video content and context information from a video file. The context information is associated with the video content. The method further includes transmitting the video content via a first communication path and transmitting the context information via a second communication path separate from the first communication path.

Abstract: The present invention is a device and system for a proximity alert band. The proximity band is a band that goes around a user wrist that matches up with one or more electronic devices. The bands will have a display unit, a wireless communication means, a battery and a proximity alarm. The proximity band will track the distance between it and the devices. Once a device gets a set distance away for the proximity band it will set off an alarm which can be visual, like a light, audio, like an alarm sounds, physical, like a vibration or any combination. The system may also turn off and lock the device.

Abstract: It is disclosed a theft-detection assembly for detecting the theft of an item, the theft-detection assembly comprising: a wireless power transmitter configured to broadcast electromagnetic waves within a given area; a locator device configured to be associated with the item and comprising a wireless power receiver configured to receive the electromagnetic waves. The locator device further comprises an actuating unit and an alarm unit, wherein: the actuating unit is connected to the wireless power receiver and is configured to, in the absence of the electromagnetic waves, actuate the alarm unit; and the alarm unit comprises a radio module configured to, upon actuation, transmit an alarm message over a wireless communication network.

Abstract: A system and process for dynamically managing a procedure. The system includes a data collection device(s) that objectively monitor a subject and transmit such information to the system and real time position components that report on the availability of an individual(s) to perform the procedure. The system reviews the information, provides a subject diagnosis and recommends equipment. The system can also schedule and monitor the procedure. The individual(s) performing the procedure have the option of consulting with relevant experts and visually interacting with the experts.

Abstract: A control unit for controlling a rolling stock includes a user interface. The control unit is configured to receive, via the user interface, a plurality of user inputs corresponding to a plurality of users servicing the rolling stock, determine whether at least one user of the plurality of users remains servicing the rolling stock, and if at least one user of the one or more users remains servicing the rolling stock, prevent unauthorized movement of the rolling stock. Other example control units, computer systems including one or more control units, and computer-implemented methods for preventing unauthorized movement of a rolling stock are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention enables bi-directional mobile communication by researchers, clinicians or counselors with their patients and study participants. An exemplary application is ecological momentary assessment of psychological and physical status related to weight management. The system may be combined with objective information to trigger a communication and enhance responses assessed on food choices, dietary intake, physical activity, exertion, mood and companions.

Abstract: Systems and methods for managing an incident event by a public safety and security organization. The methods comprise: performing Near Field Communication (“NFC”) or Radio Frequency Identification (“RFID”) operations by a Land Mobile Radio (“LMR”) and a field computing device to check-in a field personnel member into an incident event; communicating check-in information to a remote computing device from the field computing device via a packet switched LMR infrastructure or a public network; and using the check-in information by the remote computing device to facilitate management of the incident event by the by public safety and security organization.

Abstract: Asset tracking systems and methods include one or more tracking devices that select one or more hub devices with which to pair or connect based on a state quality value of the hub devices. The tracking device transmits sensor data to a paired or connected hub device, and the paired or connected hub device transmits the senor data to a network server.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus are disclosed for multi-entity management of an ID node in a wireless node network. The ID node associates with a first entity user access device, which operates as a master node and communicates directly with a server over a first communication path. The first device separately communicates with the ID node over a second communication path, but the ID node is unable to directly communicate with the server. The ID node provides the first device with access to data collected by the ID node if an initial privilege authorizes it. After associating with a shipping entity master node, the ID node provides the shipping entity master node with the data collected based on a transferred privilege from the server. And then after associating with a second entity user access device, the ID node provides access to this second device if authorized by a destination privilege from the server.

Abstract: An emergency care device is provided. The emergency care device includes a device housing, a processing unit, a temperature sensor, at least one touch sensor, and a signal transmitting unit. The processing unit is disposed in the device housing. The temperature sensor is coupled to the processing unit, wherein the temperature sensor is adapted to send a temperature sensing signal to the processing unit. The touch sensor is coupled to the processing unit, wherein the touch sensor is adapted to send a touch sensing signal to the processing unit. The signal transmitting unit is coupled to the processing unit, wherein the processing unit controls the signal transmitting unit to send an emergency signal according to the temperature sensing signal and the touch sensing signal.

Abstract: An example method includes determining that first locations of a first location tag and second locations of a second location tag indicate that the first location tag is moving at a different rate than the second location tag; and, in response to determining that the first and second locations indicate that the first location tag is moving at a different rate than the second location tag at a first time, determining a distance magnitude between the first location tag and the second location tag at the first time; comparing the distance magnitude to a reference distance; and determining, based on the comparing of the distance magnitude to the reference distance, whether the first and second locations indicate that a type of movement of an asset is rotational.

Abstract: A system, a computerized apparatus and a method for drowning detection based on swimmer analytics. The method comprises obtaining a visual input cameras observing a water area and analyzing each swimmer in the water area based on the visual input. Said analyzing comprises determining a risk level of each swimmer, whereby a first risk level is determined for a first swimmer and a second risk level is determined for a second swimmer, wherein the first risk level is higher than the second risk level; and automatically detecting potential drowning events for each swimmer. Said automatically detecting is performed by utilizing computational resources in a non-uniform manner. Said automatically detecting comprises applying increased computational resources with respect to the first swimmer, and applying reduced computational resources with respect to the second swimmer. The increased computational resources are higher than the reduced computational resources.

Abstract: The embodiments herein discloses a method and a network for handling UEs travelling in predefined/predetermined route. The method includes determining by a network one of at least one parameter and learned mobility patterns of at least one UE. The at least one parameter is determined based on a negotiation with the at least one UE. The at least one parameter includes at least one of a source information, a destination information, a speed, a start time, a guard percentage, and a predefined route of the at least one UE. Further, the method includes sending at least one pair of a tracking area identifier list (TAI'S) and a timing map to the at least one UE based on one of the determined at least one parameter and the learned mobility patterns of the at least one UE.

Abstract: The protector includes a box-like metal enclosure formed of first and second parts connected for movement between an open position, wherein a seal associated with the vehicle cargo compartment door handle is accessible, and a closed position, in which the seal is surrounded and cannot be accessed. A light-actuated GPS tracking device associated with the enclosure transmits an alarm signal to a remote server when light is detected due to opening of the enclosure parts. The alarm signal includes information as to the time and location of the vehicle when the enclosure was opened.

Abstract: Systems and methods for operating a Land Mobile Radio (“LMR”). The methods comprise: performing Near Field Communication (“NFC”) or Radio Frequency Identification (“RFID”) operations by the LMR and an external device; and sending from the LMR or receiving at the LMR information associated with the NFC or RFID operations via the packet switched LMR infrastructure. The information associated with the NFC or RFID operations includes, but is not limited to, check-in information for an incident event, check-out information for an incident, sensor data, authentication keys, verification keys, access codes, and LMR configuration (e.g. personality) information, LMR software code, and/or LMR firmware.

Abstract: The present disclosure refers to a method and a system for tracking cable drums and length of cable on the drum. A method includes attaching a tracker device with a tracker identifier to a cable drum with a drum identifier, said drum identifier being associated in a database with drum dimensions and with cable dimensions of a cable stored on the drum. The method includes associating in the database the drum identifier also with the tracker identifier. The method includes when an event comprising at least a shock and/or a number of rotations of the cable drum around a longitudinal axis occurs, activating a first electronic circuit of the tracker device including a sensing device that detects at least the event, storing the detected event in a local memory of the tracker device and switching the first electronic circuit to standby mode after the detected event is stored.

Abstract: A method for sending correction data and for determining a highly accurate position of a mobile unit includes receiving a reference region that includes the mobile unit, the reference region being determined as a function of a rough position of the mobile unit; determining the correction data as a function of the reference region, the correction data describing a deviation of the rough position from the highly accurate position of the mobile unit; ascertaining a deviation of the correction data from reference correction data, the reference correction data being assigned to the reference region; and sending the correction data to the mobile unit in order to determine the highly accurate position of the mobile unit as a function of the deviation.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure include an efficient method for presenting a traversed path. The method disclosed can be used to track individuals or provide directions for the individual to return using a path already traversed, so that the individual does not get lost. The method comprises determining a location for an individual by receiving a device identifier (e.g., distinctive combination of numbers and/or characters uniquely identifying a receiving device associated with the individual) and location information, received from one or more beacons, from the receiving device. The method comprises determining a first location associated with the receiving device based on the location information and/or the device identifier. The method comprises determining different locations associated with the individual as the individual moves. The method comprises, upon receiving a request for a traversed path, displaying instructions to reach the point of origin (e.g., first location).

Abstract: Efficient aggregation of time series data is disclosed, including: obtaining a first entry value corresponding to an item, wherein the first entry value comprises a first recorded data point that is associated with a first time interval; generating a compressed block based at least in part on compressing the first entry value with at least a second entry value; storing the compressed block in a document corresponding to the item; determining that the item matches an aggregation search query; decompressing the compressed block from the document corresponding to the item to obtain the first entry value and the second entry value; and generating an aggregation result in response to the aggregation search query based on at least a portion of the first entry value and the second entry value.

Abstract: A method for integrating assets is disclosed. In one embodiment, the method comprises receiving, by a kinematic asset management platform, an indication of an attribute needed to perform a task. The method further comprises generating, by the kinematic asset management platform, a request to a plurality of reader nodes disposed at a respective plurality of locations for an inventor of assets at each of said respective plurality of locations. The method further comprises receiving, by the kinematic asset management platform, said inventory of assets from said respective plurality of locations. The method further comprises determining, by the kinematic asset management platform, and based on the attribute, that the attribute needed to perform the task is assigned to an asset present at a first location.

Abstract: Techniques operate a safety processing installation. Such techniques involve remote operation using a radio remote control unit and a controller assigned to the safety processing installation. A distance monitoring unit determines a distance between the radio remote control unit and the controller. Such components are able to communicate with each other to derive an enable signal for a safety processing procedure from the distance D transmitted from the radio remote control unit or the distance monitoring unit to the controller or the radio remote control unit or a signal corresponding to the distance D and a predetermined safety distance D min, and accordingly to transmit the enable signal to the controller. The controller is additionally configured to trigger a safety processing procedure on the basis of the presence of a user-induced start signal and the enable signal in the controller.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for generating a towing preferred navigational route including an input to receive a request for a navigational route wherein the request is indicative of a destination and a tow mode engagement, a memory to store an aggregated segment data wherein the aggregated segment data is generated in response to a plurality of tow enabled vehicles traveling the segment, a processor to generate the navigational route in response to the request for the navigational route and the aggregated segment data, and an output to couple the navigational route for display to a driver.

Abstract: An example method for classifying a service set identifier (SSID) as a vehicle SSID includes determining, by executing an instruction with a processor, that a first SSID detected by a mobile device satisfies a detection threshold, determining, by executing an instruction with the processor, that a counter of non-vehicle SSIDs different from the first SSID satisfies a quantity threshold, the counter to increment when an SSID of the non-vehicle SSIDs satisfies a time threshold, and the non-vehicle SSIDs detected while detecting the first SSID, and classifying, based on the first SSID satisfying the detection threshold and the counter of non-vehicle SSIDs satisfying the quantity threshold, the first SSID as the vehicle SSID.

Abstract: A method of tracking at least one emergency service provider is disclosed. An electronic history is compiled that includes at least one identifier of a service provider, at least one identifier of an event to which the service provider responded, and GPS data identifying the geographic location of the service provider at each time interval within the duration of the event. A user interface within which is displayed a first identifier of a first event is generated to a display device. A selection of the event identifier is received from a user. In response to the selection of the identifier, an aerial view of a geographic region within which the first event took place is generated. At least one icon is displayed in the aerial view representing the service provider at the geographic location corresponding to at least one time interval during the event.

Abstract: A sensor based system for capturing localized weather data and a server system for communicating with a plurality of reporting and recipient mobile communication devices. The communication devices are enabled to capture additional weather information to supplement the sensor based system.

Abstract: System and methods for anonymously selecting subjects for treatment against an infectious disease caused by a pathogen. The system comprises a plurality of electronic devices comprising instructions to generate an ID and, when in proximity of another such electronic device, one or both electronic devices transmit/receive the ID to/from the other electronic device. Then, a score is generated based on a plurality of such received IDs. Additionally, based on information received from a server, relevant treatment instructions are displayed to the subjects based on the received information and the score. The server comprises instructions for sending to the plurality of electronic devices the information to be displayed with the relevant treatment instructions, additionally the server and/or the electronic devices comprise instructions to generate a prediction of likelihood of a subject transmitting the pathogen, based on the score of the subject.

Abstract: A walking training system and walking training machine capable of remarkably enhancing the effect of improving an independent walking function are proposed. When a subject having a lower limb functional disorder performs walking training, the degree of dependency on upper limbs can be evaluated by enabling the subject to recognize transitional reductions of a load on a holding part(s) by feeding back the transitional reductions of the load as a sense to feel them.

Abstract: The present invention provides a system and method for tracking chemical applications and providing warnings regarding chemical exposure times.

Abstract: Provided are mechanisms and processes for a lighting system for medical schedule management. According to various examples, an apparatus is provided which comprises a lighting interface configured to connect to a lighting element for illuminating a medical examination room. The apparatus further comprises a power interface coupled to a power source. The apparatus further comprises a transceiver configured to connect to a device corresponding to a physician. The duration of the connection is used to track the presence of the physician in the medical examination room. The transceiver is tuned to transmit a signal strength corresponding to the size and characteristics of the medical examination room. The apparatus is located in a lighting fixture in the medical examination room. The lighting fixture may be centrally located in the medical examination room.

Abstract: Systems and methods for facilitating the sorting of assets to sort locations. In various embodiments, a sort employee scans an asset indicia using a user device, which stores asset data corresponding to the stored asset. As the sort employee nears a sort location (e.g., a delivery vehicle) with the asset and the user device, the user device automatically communicates wirelessly with a sort location receiver to associate the asset data with data indicative of the sort location where the user deposits the asset. In various embodiments, a device may determine whether the user device is proximate the appropriate sort location for the item, and may generate an alert upon a determination that the user device is proximate an incorrect sort location.

Abstract: In an example implementation, a method of tracking a mobile device includes determining by a tracked device, that a pairing status between the tracked device and a command device has changed from a paired status to an unpaired status. A timer is started on the tracked device in response to determining the unpaired status, and in response to the timer reaching a threshold time, a distress packet is transmitted from the tracked device that indicates the tracked device is lost.

Abstract: Provided is an imaging apparatus disposed within a building and wirelessly transmitting a captured image to a plurality of electronic devices. The imaging apparatus includes: a camera; a receiver that receives information regarding a distance between the plurality of electronic devices and the building from each of the plurality of electronic devices; and a controller having a first operation mode in which the camera starts capturing when an object moves and a second operation mode in which the camera does not start capturing video even when the object moves, the controller switching between the first operation mode and the second operation mode based on the information.

Abstract: This disclosure provides systems and methods for providing an emergency alert notification. An electronic communication device can receive, from an alert generation device, a low power advertising packet responsive to an action performed on the alert generation device. Before the action is performed, the alert generation device can be in a low power state, such as a sleep state, to conserve battery. The action can cause the alert generation device to transition from the low power state to a second state in which the alert generation device begins transmitting the advertising packet. The electronic communication device can identify at least one emergency contact to receive an alert based on a contact policy and can determine an alert type based on the contact policy. The electronic communication device can generate the alert including a request for assistance and can transmit the alert to the at least one emergency contact.

Abstract: A system and method for determining a safe return to a vehicle that include determining at least one safety feature that is associated to a travel plan that pertains to a user safely returning to the vehicle from a designated location. The system and method also include analyzing sensor data and user input data and determining if there is at least one of: a deviation from the travel plan, an existence of at least one probable safety threat that affects the user, and an existence of at least one emergency that affects the user. The system and method further include sending at least one emergency alert based on the at least one safety feature.

Abstract: Multiple sensors are used to determine proximity of a user with respect to one or more media devices. Different types of sensors may determine different types of information regarding user proximity, such as presence or absence, proximity, distance, orientation, movement, identity, or a number of users that are detected. The information, sensor types, and times at which the information is acquired are used to generate data that associates specific devices, sensor types, information regarding user proximity, and the times at which the information is acquired. Instructions may be provided to various devices to cause performance of actions based on the generated data.

Abstract: A system and method for collecting data may include a data collection device to obtain the data from a user, an apparatus for obtaining metadata for each word of the data from the user, an apparatus for obtaining a searchable transcript of the data and a device to store the searchable transcript. The metadata may be date data, time data, name data or location data and the data collection device may include a speech recognition engine to translate speech into searchable words. The speech recognition engine may provide a confidence level corresponding to the translation of the speech into searchable words, and the speech recognition engine may distinguish a first user and a second user in order to provide a first searchable transcript for the first user and a second searchable transcript for the second user. An ad transcript may be added to the searchable transcript, and the searchable transcript may be placed in a centralized community search database.

Abstract: Embodiments of systems and methods for managing battery runtime based upon power source activity are described. In some embodiments, a method may include determining, based at least in part upon location and context information, that a battery of an Information Handling System (IHS) is expected to be charged by a given alternating current (AC) adapter; and modifying one or more IHS settings to reduce a power consumption of the IHS in response to the determination.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to systems, methods, and computer-readable media for securely verifying an identity of a user of a client device based on a signal transmitted by the client device. For example, systems disclosed herein include registering a client device and facility device via a cloud computing system to enable the client device and facility device to securely communicate a signal via a wireless connection. The systems disclosed herein additionally include determining whether a trigger condition applies based on a position of the client device relative to the facility device. The systems disclosed herein further include maintaining and updating a subset of user verification information to include personal verification of a registered user of the client device. Using the subset of user verification information, a biometric scanning device may efficiently and accurately verify an identity of an individual associated with the client device.

Abstract: A low energy wireless communication beacon broadcasts an advertisement using a low energy wireless communication protocol. Information is communicated between the low energy wireless communication beacon and a server over a backhaul communication link using the low energy wireless communication protocol.

Abstract: Systems and methods to deliver items to smart receptacles or locations secured by smart locks. A distribution network can provide access codes or credentials to access smart locks. Access codes or credentials can be provided when a mobile delivery device is determined to be within a geofence of the delivery point and/or when the mobile delivery device meets specified security criteria.

Abstract: Example techniques of this disclosure are directed determining one or more values that represent a monitoring attribute for one or more body-worn tracking devices (BWTDs). In some instances, the techniques include determining a compliance metric that represents a level of compliance for at least one offender. That is, the compliance metric may be a quantitative value that represents whether a user wearing BWTD is complying with established rules or desired behaviors.

Abstract: A position determination device determines the position of a terminal. A signal of a sensor attached to one or both of a beacon and a terminal is sampled, so that a signal of the beacon may be transmitted and received only when the beacon or the terminal has moved. A plurality of beacons sequentially transmit beacon signals to determine the terminal position by determining a distance between the respective beacons and the terminal based on a time to receive the beacons. The device includes a beacon for transmitting a beacon signal; a terminal for receiving the beacon signal; and a first sensor attached to the terminal to sense movement of the terminal and to output a first sensing signal indicative of the sensed movement. The terminal has a reception mode for receiving the beacon signal and turns on/off the reception mode based on the first sensing signal.

Abstract: Some embodiments of the invention provide a navigation application that allows a user to peek ahead or behind during a turn-by-turn navigation presentation that the application provides while tracking a device (e.g., a mobile device, a vehicle, etc.) traversal of a physical route. As the device traverses along the physical route, the navigation application generates a navigation presentation that shows a representation of the device on a map traversing along a virtual route that represents the physical route on the map. While providing the navigation presentation, the navigation application can receive user input to look ahead or behind along the virtual route. Based on the user input, the navigation application moves the navigation presentation to show locations on the virtual route that are ahead or behind the displayed current location of the device on the virtual route. This movement can cause the device representation to no longer be visible in the navigation presentation.

Abstract: A method for reproducing a content in a display apparatus, a method for controlling an electronic apparatus connected to a plurality of display apparatuses, and a video system are provided. The method for reproducing a content in a display apparatus includes, based on a signal being received from a user apparatus, transmitting a response signal to the user apparatus; receiving the content and control information for reproducing the content from an external apparatus which communicates with the user apparatus; and reproducing the content based on the control information.

Abstract: Example implementations described herein involve a device rearrangement detection system and method. Example implementations maintain the structure of devices in manufacturing field stored in an information technology (IT) system to the latest version, even if the IT system is on a network that is isolated from the devices in the manufacturing field.

Abstract: Systems and methods of security are provided, including a sensor to detect a location of at least one user, and generate detection data according to the detected location of the at least one user, a processor communicatively coupled to the sensor to receive the detection data, to determine whether the at least one user is occupying a building according to the detection data, and to store allowance data that sets one or more preferences for the at least one user, and an alarm device, communicatively coupled to at least the processor, that is armed or disarmed by the processor according to the allowance data and the determination as to whether the at least one user is occupying the building.

Abstract: Systems and methods for using wireless beacons in point of purchase (“POP”) displays to facilitate the delivery of consumer oriented content to mobile devices is disclosed herein. Wireless beacons may be used to broadcast wireless signals from POP displays, where the wireless signals include data packets with unique identifiers for the wireless beacons. A wireless network gateway may receive a wireless signal with a unique identifier. The location of the wireless network gateway may be known to a remote server.