Abstract: A system of manufacturing a corrugated cardboard box to which an electronic tag is attached. The system includes: a corrugated cardboard sheet forming part that forms a corrugated cardboard sheet 14p; a blank forming part that forms a box blank 24p from the corrugated cardboard sheet; a folder gluer that assembles the box blank 24p into a flat plate-shaped corrugated cardboard box; a product stacker that stacks the flat plate-shaped corrugated cardboard box assembled in the folder gluer; and a tag sticking device that sticks the electronic tag having an adhesive portion to a surface that becomes an outer surface of a box as a workpiece by using the adhesive portion between the corrugated cardboard sheet forming part and the product stacker.

Abstract: In accordance with one or more embodiments herein, a flame detecting arrangement 100 is provided. The flame detecting arrangement 100 comprises: at least one optical flame detector 110, arranged with its field-of-view covering a predetermined area; at least one movement sensor 120, arranged together with the at least one flame detector 110; and at least one processing device 180 arranged together with the at least one flame detector 110. The at least one processing device 180 is arranged to: receive signals from the movement sensor 120; detect abnormal movement of the flame detector 110 based on these signals; and alert an operator and/or a control system 200 if abnormal movement of the flame detector 110 has been detected. This enables the field-of-view of the flame detector to be corrected to the desired, preferably the original, field-of-view.

Abstract: An illuminable display assembly including (a) a housing having a base securable to a support surface, a platform detachably mounted to the base, and a generally enclosed interior bounded from above by the platform. The platform includes a plurality of illuminable windows spaced apart from each other therealong. The display assembly further includes (b) a plurality of retractable tethers mounted to the platform in the interior of the housing. The tethers fasten corresponding display containers to the platform and urge the display containers to predetermined positions adjacent corresponding windows. The display assembly further includes (c) a lighting system including one or more interior light sources in the interior of the housing for illuminating the windows and display containers from below.

Abstract: One or more techniques and/or systems are provided for generating locking codes. For example, a remote interface (e.g., hosted by a kiosk or a cloud service provider) may receive a request from a requestor for an unlocking code. The unlocking code may be used to unlock a lock, such as a lock integrated into or attached by a secondary means of attached to a containment component. The remote interface generates the unlocking code valid for a timespan. The unlocking code may be generated based upon a unique identifier of the containment component. The remote interface transmits the unlocking code to the requestor for unlocking the lock. In an example, the unlocking code is transmitting after a delay.

Abstract: A jewel includes a main body and at least one wireless communication device accommodated within a cavity formed in the main body. The at least one communication device is arranged slanting with respect to a bottom wall of the cavity, partly accommodated in an undercut region of the cavity and spaced from the bottom wall and from walls at opposed ends of the cavity, whereby propagation of the signal in the space between the at least one communication device and the walls of the cavity is allowed.

Abstract: Consistent with disclosed embodiments, systems, methods, and computer readable media for unassisted purchasing of wirelessly tagged products in a retail establishment may be provided. Embodiments may include at least one processor configured to receive from a mobile communications device, scanned data of a printed code associated with a particular item to be purchased; access a data structure linking wireless tags with associated items available for purchase in the retail establishment, the printed code being linked to a particular wireless tag; cause generation of a trigger signal for triggering the particular wireless tag to transmit a responsive identification signal; receive the transmitted identification signal from the particular wireless tag; determine, based on the received identification signal, an identity of the particular wireless tag; and process a sale of the particular item by updating the data structure to account for removal of the particular item from an inventory.

Abstract: An electronic device, method of use, and system for improving medication compliance are disclosed. The device may comprise an upper cover configured to adhere to a pill bottle cap; a printed circuit board (PCB); a battery communicatively linked to the PCB; a sensor communicatively linked to the PCB; and a lower cover through which the sensor is configured to transmit and receive signals.

Abstract: Storage units including platforms that are outfitted with RFID antennas and auxiliary sensors detect changes in loading on the platforms based on changes in loading determined by the auxiliary sensors or changes in signals received by the RFID antennas. The platforms include surfaces for receiving items tagged with RFID transmitters thereon, such as items of common types and variable weights. An interaction involving the placement of an item on the platform, or the removal of the item from the platform, is detected by the auxiliary sensors. The energization of an RFID field is triggered in response to the detected interaction, and an item is identified where an RFID signal transmitted by the item is present at one time and absent at another time.

Abstract: Provided are a logistics device that is carried together with freight to detect a state, a logistics control system, and a theft prevention method of the same, wherein thee logistics device which is carried together with freight to detect a state includes a body carried together with freight and a controller configured to measure a speed of the body and vibrations applied to the body and determine whether the freight is stolen using the speed and the vibrations.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a data and/or command device, in particular for vehicles, having at least one communication unit for receiving at least item of non-charging-related object information from at least one electrical unit, in particular a hand-held power tool, and/or at least one item of vehicle information from at least one vehicle in which the electrical unit is situated. According to the disclosure, the data and/or command device comprises at least one open-loop and/or closed-loop control unit which is designed to output at least one signal and/or to control the electrical unit in an open-loop and/or closed-loop manner depending on an evaluation of the non-charging-related item of object information and/or the item of vehicle information.

Abstract: A secure locker box is provided including a basic box (100) with a door enclosing a storage area, and a lock system for locking the door, the lock system including a processing unit (201), an electro mechanical door lock (202), and a wireless communication module (300). The processing unit (201) is adapted to receive a wakeup signal via the wireless communication module (300); send a request for unlocking the electro mechanical door lock (202) and opening the door; in response to receiving an unlock confirmation message, actuate the electro mechanical door lock (202) such that it opens the door; recognize closing of the door and locking the electro mechanical door lock (202) and in response sending a door closed and door lock locked confirmation message. A method for handling the secure locker box comprises receiving the confirmation message by a remote locker center (400) and writing a confirmation to a blockchain to ensure authenticity.

Abstract: A medical device management system comprising a defibrillating apparatus, which comprises a plurality of electrodes configured to monitor ECG signals and deliver a defibrillation shock. The system including a communication unit configured to establish a secured wireless network, automatically generate a first text message upon receipt of a signal indicative of deployment of the defibrillating apparatus, associate the first text message with a unit identifier, automatically send the first text message, automatically generate a second text message comprising defibrillation shock status upon delivery of the defibrillation shock, associate the second text message with the unit identifier, automatically send the second text message; and a handheld device associated with a caregiver and configured to receive the first and second text messages and associate the first and second text messages with the specific defibrillating apparatus based on the unit identifier specific to the defibrillating apparatus.

Abstract: The present invention extends to methods, systems, and computer program products for changing vehicle configuration based on vehicle storage compartment contents. At an autonomous vehicle, a camera is mounted inside a storage compartment. The camera monitors the interior of the storage compartment. The camera can confirm that the storage compartment is empty when it is supposed to be empty and contains an object when it is supposed to contain an object. Any discrepancies can be reported to a human operator. The human operator can instruct the autonomous vehicle to change configuration to address discrepancies. In one aspect, a machine-learning camera memorizes a background pattern permeated to a surface of the storage compartment. The machine-learning camera detects objects in the storage compartment based on disturbances to the background pattern.

Abstract: According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the disclosure relates to an application system and server kit that create and serve digital twin-enabled applications. This disclosure also relates to a hub-and-spoke classification system. This disclosure also relates to a location-based services framework that leverages a generative content process to improve location prediction. This disclosure also relates to virtual reality and augmented reality applications, as well as digital agents that support various types of applications.

Abstract: A system and method for automatically detecting if a home alarm system is being used and/or actively monitored are disclosed. The system and method use data gathered from one or more sensors, including audio information from microphones. The audio information is analyzed using a machine learning system to determine if the alarm system is being regularly used and monitored. The system and method can also automatically update a policy holder's insurance policy to reflect whether or not an alarm system is being used.

Abstract: A strap system comprising a first strap extending between a first end and a second end. The first end is connected to a first attachment mechanism. The strap system further comprises a second strap extending between a third end and a fourth end. The fourth end is connected to a second attachment mechanism. The strap system comprises a load transmission device connected to the second end of the first strap and to the third end of the second strap. The load transmission device is arranged to transmit a signal in response to a tension force in the first and second straps falling below a threshold force.

Abstract: Provided is a method for tracking items using tag-to-tag communication. The method comprises receiving, from a tag, a list of nearby tags. The list of nearby tags was generated by the tag communicating with neighboring tags. The method further comprises comparing the list of nearby tags to a reference list that includes all expected tags. The method further comprises determining whether the list of nearby tags matches the reference list.

Abstract: A system for detecting illicit objects contained in a piece of luggage includes a carriage defining a housing for receiving a piece of luggage and examination means placed at the inlet of the housing such that the introduction of the piece of luggage into the housing induces a relative displacement between the piece of luggage and at least one of the examination means and thus an automatic scanning of the piece of luggage by the examination means.

Abstract: A security assembly may have at least two components including a first component and a second component. The first and second components may be engageable together, and may have an engaged condition and a disengaged condition. The engaged condition may be characterized by the first and second components being abutted against each other, and the disengaged condition may be characterized by the first and second components being spaced from each other. The security assembly may be configured to utilize a physical manipulation aspect and a magnetic interaction aspect between the first and second components.

Abstract: A security device for a retail store display and method of use. The security device includes a securing element moveable, relative the retail store surface, from a first position to a second position to allow customer access to a product. An electromagnetic or electromagnetic lock is configured to lock the securing element in the first position, to further limit the customer access afforded by the securing element. The lockdown provided by the secondary lockdown mechanism can be used for additional protection during times of need, such as after hours or if employees are not on the sales floor.

Abstract: A method of changing a rate of advertising for at least one of a multiple of access controls, including transmitting advertisements from an access control at a nominal rate and changing the nominal rate in response to detection by a sensor.

Abstract: System and methods for management of third party satellite radio activation/deactivation by a vehicle rental service company, wherein satellite radio services may be provided in a rental car when requested by a customer. The systems and methods will enable activation of a satellite radio shortly before or at the start of the rental period, and activation may be altered by the vehicle rental service company in the event that the rental period is shortened or extended, or if the vehicle is exchanged. The systems and methods deactivate the satellite radio service at the end of the rental period. The systems and methods may also be used to activate or deactivate other equipment or services made available via a vehicle rental service company in response to a customer request.

Abstract: According to one or more embodiments, a premises security system includes a sensor adaptor device mountable on a third-party sensor. The sensor adaptor device comprises at least one terminal in electrical communication with a preconfigured premises device of a premise security system, and processing circuitry configured to: store a mapping of a plurality of third-party sensor signals to a plurality of translated third-party signals, detect a first third-party sensor signal emitted from the third-party sensor, determine that the first third-party sensor signal maps to a first translated third-party signal based on the mapping, and in response to determining that the first third-party sensor signal maps to the first translated third-party signal, trigger, via the at least one terminal where the preconfigured premises device to cause the preconfigured premise device to transmit an alert signal to the premises security system.

Abstract: A server includes a chassis and a storage module. The storage module is disposed in the chassis. The storage module includes a base, a first electrical connector, a storage device, a connecting member and a first fixing member. A first side of the base has a first fixing portion. The first electrical connector is disposed at a second side of the base, wherein the second side is opposite to the first side. The storage device has a second electrical connector. The connecting member is connected to the storage device. The first fixing member is disposed on the connecting member. The second electrical connector is connected to the first electrical connector and the first fixing member is fixed to the first fixing portion, so as to fix the storage device on the base.

Abstract: Systems, methods and apparatus are disclosed for improving medical procedures and medical procedure management, and, more particularly, for tracking medical instruments throughout a procedure and assisting medical personnel throughout the procedure or at least at the conclusion of the procedure. In one form, an apparatus for tracking medical instruments throughout a procedure is disclosed having a single camera for tracking movement and/or detecting position of a plurality of medical instruments during a medical procedure as at least one of the plurality of medical instruments is moved between multiple zones at least including a first prep zone and a second procedure zone. The apparatus having a controller connected to and collecting images from the camera, and a display in electrical communication with the controller and/or the camera for displaying medical instrument data pertaining to the movement and/or position of the plurality of medical instruments.

Abstract: A substrate processing apparatus includes: a processing chamber; a substrate holder that is disposed in the processing chamber and holds a substrate; a processing liquid supply that supplies a processing liquid to the substrate held in the substrate holder; an infrared camera that acquires an infrared image of the processing chamber; and a controller that detects at least a state of the processing liquid based on the infrared image and monitors presence/absence of an abnormality.

Abstract: A system for facilitating package delivery or pickup at premises of senders or recipients has a package door that is used for receipt and collection of packages. The package door includes an input device for entering package information and an image capture device for visually recording the arrival of a courier. Based on the package information entered via the input device, the system determines whether the package information matches a predetermined value, such as a package tracking number. The system may automatically unlock the package door if the package information matches such predetermined value. In other embodiments, a user may remotely monitor the package information and/or information from the image capture device to determine whether to provide inputs for unlocking the package door. The system logs the package information received from the input device and the image capture device.

Abstract: A location awareness system including a communication network, and a network operating element coupled to the communication network. At least one anchor network gateway is coupled to the communication network, the at least one anchor network gateway configured to generate a wireless anchor network. A plurality of anchors are configured to couple to one of the at least one anchor network gateway via its respective wireless anchor network. A plurality of tags is each configured to communicate with at least one anchor to provide ranging information for determination of a position of the tag within an area covered by the system.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a front door refrigerator for enabling a delivery man to safely deliver delivery goods to an orderer even when a user having ordered an item or fresh food is not at home, and preventing the delivery goods from becoming lost during delivery.

Abstract: A system is provided including a first server storing a first data file for a first user, a second server storing a second data file for a second user, a first data card of the first user registered with the first server and locally storing a portion of the first data file, and a second data card of the second user registered with the second server and associated with the second data file. The first data card detects a pairing gesture between the first and second data cards, and in response, establishes a peer-to-peer connection between the data cards.

Abstract: A computer-implemented system for tracking items in a supply chain. The system may comprise a memory storing instructions and at least one processor configured to execute instructions.

Abstract: A method of monitoring objects capable of wireless communications is provided. The method includes detecting an activity performed by a user of a wireless communications device, acquiring information identifying an expected set of objects which are associated with the detected activity, determining whether at least one of the objects in the expected set is not in proximity of the wireless communications device, and if so, notifying the user that at least one of the objects in the expected set is not in proximity of the wireless communications device.

Abstract: An electronic control module associated with a fire alarm control panel (FACP) and a wander detection system in communication with security system input detection equipment is disclosed herein. The control module disconnects each of the initiating detection circuits (IDC) in each of the one or more zones of the FACP, preventing manual activation of any of the security system equipment affiliated with the respective IDCs to prevent a wandering patient from otherwise activating and engaging the system. By electronically maintaining at least one leg of the normally open (N.O.) circuit in the open position, in effect utilizing the protective loop of the N.O. circuit in a strategic “open circuit” condition, the module prevents any electronic signal from being sent back to the FACP as is typically the case when a manual pull station is activated.

Abstract: A User Equipment having at least one sensor, a short range communications interface, a long range communications interface and a controller, wherein the controller is configured for: establishing a connection with a first access point through the short range communications interface; receiving operating instructions for the at least one sensor from the first access point; causing the at least one sensor to operate according to the operating instructions; receiving sensor data from the at least one sensor; and for reporting the sensor data through the long range communications interface.

Abstract: A system and method for securing delivered packages is provided. One embodiment employs a j-shaped or u-shaped support member secured to a fixed location structure; a basket configured to receive a delivered package; an articulated frame that opens to receive the delivered package into the basket; and that closes to secure the delivered package within the basket; a latch; and a controller system controllably coupled to the latch, wherein the controller system releases the latch in response to an arrival of a package so that the articulated frame is opened to receive the delivered package into the basket, and wherein after the articulated frame is closed with the delivered package residing in the basket, the latch is engaged to lock the closed articulated frame.

Abstract: A mobile locker system is provided having a security mechanism permitting an agent to access the locker parked at a temporary product exchange station, and an exchange mechanism directing the agent to the station location. The agent can be a delivery agent inserting the product into the locker or a receiving agent removing the product from the locker. The locker may be attached to a mobile platform, such as an automotive vehicle. A communications subsystem transmits an identifier associated with the agent accessing the locker, an identifier associated with the locker, and the geographic location of the locker to a server. An ordering mechanism accepts product orders, product exchange station location requests, or both, from a receiving agent, and has an interface to supply the ordered product to a delivery exchange mechanism. A receiving exchange mechanism passes the locker information to the receiving agent.

Abstract: A system facilitating planning of a surgical procedure includes one or more storage devices, one or more input devices, a processor, and a memory. The storage device(s) stores, for previous surgical procedures, surgical instrument information, procedure information, and patient information. The input device(s) is configured to receive procedure information and patient information corresponding to a surgical procedure to be performed. The memory stores instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the processor to identify similar previous surgical procedures, identify outcome information for each of the similar previous surgical procedures, determine whether there is a correlation between the surgical instrument information of the similar previous surgical procedures and the outcome information of the similar previous surgical procedures, and, if a correlation is determined, output the correlation to facilitate planning of the surgical procedure to be performed.

Abstract: An automated package transfer system and method are provided with a concierge interface. A publically accessible locker, associated with a package transfer service, has a compartment configured to limit access to a stored package. The locker can be used to deliver or pick up packages. The locker is moved to a selected temporary stationary location and access to the locker compartment is controlled. A communications subsystem selectively connects a (local) concierge user interface (UI) with a (remote) package transfer service locker attendant UI. The locker may be attached to a portable kiosk or a vehicle and positioned at a selected location using an autonomous driverless software application. The stationary locations may be cross-referenced to weighted values, which may be related to service prices and expenses. In one aspect, the concierge UI is connected to the locker attendant UI in response to the vehicle being parked in a selected stationary location.

Abstract: An anti-theft device comprises a notched strap having a free end and an end rigidly connected to a block, which locks the notched surface of the strap in the closed position when the free end is inserted into an insertion slot provided in the locking block. The anti-theft device further comprises theft detection means.

Abstract: A method for securing a security tag into an article of clothing includes positioning an end of the security tag into a first opening to an interface space between two layers of the article of clothing. The two layers are fixedly connected by one or more opposing connectors that are spaced apart in a manner to form the interface space sized to receive the security tag. The security tag is fully moved into the interface space. Also described herein is a security tag specially configured for placement into the interface space between two layers of the article of clothing.

Abstract: A handling alert apparatus configured to detect a predefined event and output an alert responsive to detecting the predefined event. The handling alert apparatus includes a housing connected to an article of merchandise. The handling alert apparatus includes a handling sensor configured to detect when a customer handles the article of merchandise. Responsive to detecting handling of the article of merchandise, the housing outputs a visual, audible, or wireless notification alert. The alert remains active until an authorized user prepares the article of merchandise for subsequent customer interaction and deactivates the alert by using a wireless controller or manually operating a designated deactivation button or switch.

Abstract: A mobile device can wirelessly connect, using transceivers, to a medical item and a wristband worn by a user. The mobile device includes a software application enabling a user to input distance thresholds. The wristband can also include a software application enabling a user to input distance thresholds. Both the mobile device application and the wristband application can monitor signals between the medical item and wristband. In another system, a medical item distance alert system can include a plurality of medical items. In another system, a mobile device is not in communication with the wristband or medical items. The wristband software application can monitor signals between medical items and provide alerts in the absence of another mobile device. Preferably, ultra-wideband (UWB) and Bluetooth transceivers can be implemented to provide accurate distance estimates with low power usage.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, a polymer is provided for coupling to an RFID circuit, where the polymer is in the physical form of a planar material, and where the polymer has a resistivity of at least 1 ?/sq.

Abstract: A system includes a bin detector comprising an antenna, a bin configured to accommodate at least one item and having a bin unique identifier, at least one processor to receive a weight of the at least one item from at least one sensor in communication with a scale, and at least one battery to power the system, the bin detector to transmit a first signal, receive a second signal in response to the first signal for each of the at least one item and determine an item unique identifier for each of the at least one item, and transmit the bin unique identifier, the item unique identifier for each of the at least one item, and the weight information to the processor to transmit the bin unique identifier, the item unique identifier for each of the at least one item, and the weight information to a server computing device.

Abstract: The disclosed embodiments relate to the electronic communication of messages via a communications network reflective of substantially continuously updated data in an electronic transaction processing system. The disclosed embodiments conserver electronic communications resources, e.g. bandwidth, while preserving real time delivery of critical data via selective or conditional publication and transmission of messages.

Abstract: An item management system and a key management system are provided. The key management system includes a plurality of keys, each key including an RFID tag in association therewith; a plurality of key storage positions, each for storing one or more of the plurality of keys; a visual indicator associated with each of the storage positions, the visual indicator configured to indicate a status of one or more of the key storage positions; at least one RFID reader configured to read the RFID tags of the plurality of keys; and at least one processor, coupled to the at least one RFID reader, the at least one processor configured to determine the presence of at least one of the plurality of keys in an associated storage position of the plurality of key storage positions.

Abstract: A monitoring system for deriving a measurement of a separation distance between a monitor and one or more tags, where each tag is adapted to be attached to or contained within an object to be monitored, comprises a monitor that is operable to trigger an event if the separation distance exceeds a set separation limit. A frequency of packet exchange between a tag and monitor is dynamically altered based on a comparison of one or more.

Abstract: A magnetic field focusing assembly includes a magnetic field generating device configured to generate a magnetic field, and a split ring resonator assembly configured to be magnetically coupled to the magnetic field generating device and configured to focus the magnetic field produced by the magnetic field generating device.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on a computer storage medium, are described for implementing a smart firearm safety device. The safety device attaches to a firearm having a trigger and a slot for receiving a magazine. The safety device includes a locking mechanism that attaches to the trigger to preclude depressing a trigger of the firearm and a sensor that determines an orientation of the firearm or a relative motion of the firearm to indicate detected movement of the firearm. The safety device also includes a radio device that receives parameter signals from the sensor indicating movement of the firearm. The radio device communicates with a component of a property monitoring system to receive a command to engage the locking mechanism to preclude depressing the trigger of the firearm based on parameter signals indicating a particular type of detected movement of the firearm.

Abstract: Systems and methods change a user interface for the purpose of pairing a shipping container with an item that is intended to be shipped in the shipping container. Example embodiments include a machine-implemented method for accessing a shipping request, detecting a radio signal from a candidate container using a radio receiver, detecting an impact between a pairing device and a query container using an accelerometer, determining that the query container is the candidate container, and generating a shipping record that correlates the shipping container and the item. The device can further determine that the query container is the candidate container based on the signal strength and change in signal strength of one or more signals. The device can further detect an impact between the pairing device and the query container by ranking one or more sets of acceleration data collected by the accelerometer.