公开(公告)号：US20150106292A1

公开(公告)日：2015-04-16

申请号：US14514155

申请日：2014-10-14

Applicant: United Parcel Service of America, Inc.

Inventor： Kalin Robinson ,  David Carder

IPC: G06Q10/08

CPC classification number: G06Q10/0836 ,  G06F21/62 ,  G06F2221/2141 ,  G06Q10/0838

Abstract: A system, according to various embodiments, is adapted for identifying a suitable locker for a particular parcel based, at least in part on the size of the parcel. In particular embodiments, the system is optimized for identifying the smallest available locker that would accommodate the parcel, and facilitating delivery of the parcel to that locker. The size of the parcel may be obtained, for example, from a carrier, a shipper, a consignee, or a third party (such as a customs agent).

Abstract translation: 根据各种实施例，系统适于至少部分地基于包裹的尺寸来识别用于特定包裹的合适的储物柜。 在特定实施例中，该系统被优化用于识别将容纳该包裹的最小可用储物柜，并且促进包裹送达该储物柜。 包裹的尺寸可以例如从承运人，托运人，收货人或第三方（如海关代理）获得。

公开(公告)号：US20150100514A1

公开(公告)日：2015-04-09

申请号：US14049828

申请日：2013-10-09

Applicant: United Parcel Service of America, Inc.

Inventor： Carrie Parris

IPC: G06Q10/08

CPC classification number: G06Q10/083 ,  G06Q10/0837

Abstract: Computer program products, methods, systems, apparatus, and computing entities are provided for customer controlled management of shipments. For example, customers can define handling identifiers to determine how items should be handled based on the handling identifier. Further, customers can define refund classifications to determine when refunds should be initiated.

公开(公告)号：US08996287B2

公开(公告)日：2015-03-31

申请号：US13940789

申请日：2013-07-12

Applicant: United Parcel Service of America, Inc.

Inventor： Mark J. Davidson ,  Christopher T. Schenken

IPC: G06F19/00 ,  G06Q10/08 ,  G08G1/00 ,  G07C5/00 ,  G08G1/01 ,  G08G1/052

CPC classification number: G06Q10/083 ,  G07C5/008 ,  G08G1/0112 ,  G08G1/0129 ,  G08G1/052 ,  G08G1/202

Abstract: Computer program products, methods, systems, apparatus, and computing entities are provided for forecasting travel delays corresponding to streets, street segments, geographic areas, geofenced areas, and/or user-specified criteria. And from the forecasted travel delays, speed and travel times that take into account such travel delays can be determined.

公开(公告)号：US20150088781A1

公开(公告)日：2015-03-26

申请号：US14490205

申请日：2014-09-18

Applicant: United Parcel Service of America, Inc.

Inventor： Robert J. Gillen ,  Douglas S. Takeuchi ,  Deborah H. Carpenter ,  David Kaga

IPC: G06Q10/08

CPC classification number: G06Q10/0837

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for facilitating label-less returns. The apparatus may include a memory and a processor(s) configured to receive a shipment identifier of an item(s) responsive to a device scanning a label or marking(s) on the item(s) delivered to a customer for a shipper. The processor is also configured to determine whether the customer is registered in a returns program and whether the item(s) qualifies for return based on analyzing the identifier. The processor is also configured to generate a return authorization number (RAN) or indicator for the item(s) and link the RAN/indicator to the identifier responsive to verifying that the customer is registered and that the item(s) qualifies for return. The processor is further configured to cause return delivery of the item(s) to the shipper using the label or the marking(s) on the item(s) responsive to verifying the RAN/indicator is linked to the identifier. Corresponding computer program products and methods are also provided.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种便于无标签返回的装置。 该装置可以包括存储器和处理器，其被配置为响应于设备扫描发送给托运人的客户的物品上的标签或标记来接收物品的装运标识符。 处理器还被配置为基于分析标识符来确定客户是否被注册在退货程序中以及该物品是否符合退货条件。 处理器还被配置为生成用于该项目的返回授权号（RAN）或指示符，并且响应于验证客户是否被注册并且该项目符合资格返回，将RAN /指示符链接到标识符。 处理器还被配置为响应于验证RAN /指示符被链接到标识符，使用标签或项目上的标记来使货物返回发货给托运人。 还提供了相应的计算机程序产品和方法。

公开(公告)号：US20150063539A1

公开(公告)日：2015-03-05

申请号：US14475986

申请日：2014-09-03

Applicant: United Parcel Service of America, Inc.

Inventor： WENDIE PATRICIA HAYLER ,  MARK RUTHERFORD ,  MARCUS A. JONES ,  ANTHONY DAVID KIRK ,  GILBERT WALTER VANORDER, III ,  ROY DOUGLAS HUDSON ,  PAUL MASON ,  JAMES TERMINI

IPC: G01V5/00 ,  G21K1/10

CPC classification number: G01V5/0016 ,  G01N23/04 ,  G01N23/10 ,  G01N2223/30 ,  G01N2223/3307 ,  G01N2223/643 ,  G21K1/10

Abstract: Systems and methods for scanning an item utilizing an X-ray scanner in order to facilitate a determination of whether the X-ray radiation penetrated through the entirety of the scanned item. Various embodiments comprise a conveying mechanism, an X-ray emitter, a detector, and an X-ray penetration grid (XPG). The XPG may comprise a radiopaque grid that may serve as a reference for determining whether radiation passes through the scanned item, the grid oriented such that the grid members are neither parallel nor perpendicular to the direction of travel. Such orientation may minimize or eliminate “ghosted” radiation signals included in a visual display of the radiation received by the detector. A scanned item may be oriented with the XPG such that radiation emitted by the X-ray emitter that passes through a portion of the scanned item must also pass through the XPG before being received by the detector.

Abstract translation: 用于使用X射线扫描仪扫描物品的系统和方法，以便于确定X射线辐射是否穿透整个扫描物品。 各种实施例包括输送机构，X射线发射器，检测器和X射线穿透网格（XPG）。 XPG可以包括不透射线的网格，其可以用作用于确定辐射是否穿过扫描的物品的参考，网格定向成使得网格构件既不平行也不垂直于行进方向。 这种取向可以最小化或消除包括在由检测器接收的辐射的视觉显示中的“重影的”辐射信号。 扫描的物品可以用XPG定向，使得由X射线发射器发射的穿过扫描物品的一部分的辐射也必须在被检测器接收之前通过XPG。

公开(公告)号：US08972218B2

公开(公告)日：2015-03-03

申请号：US14099543

申请日：2013-12-06

Applicant: United Parcel Service of America, Inc.

Inventor： Arnold Barlow ,  Dennis R. Estep ,  Andrew J. Gruber ,  Patrick McDavid ,  Quinto Marini ,  Nancy Parmer

IPC: G01N33/00 ,  G06Q10/08 ,  G01B21/00 ,  G01B21/08 ,  G01N9/36

CPC classification number: G01N33/00 ,  G01B21/00 ,  G01B21/08 ,  G01N9/36 ,  G06Q10/08 ,  G06Q50/28

Abstract: According to various embodiments, package evaluation systems and methods are provided for evaluating the sustainability of packaging used in the shipment of goods. In particular, the package evaluation systems and methods are configured for performing package evaluations and managing and providing access to data resulting from package evaluations. The package evaluations are designed to assess, among other things, the ability of sample packages to prevent damage to their contents, the volumetric efficiency of sample packages, and the sustainability of the materials used to construct sample packages. In addition, the systems and methods are further configured for assigning a certification to an entity associated with the evaluated packages based on the results of the evaluation.

Abstract translation: 根据各种实施例，提供包装评估系统和方法用于评估用于货物运输的包装的可持续性。 特别地，包评估系统和方法被配置为执行包评估并且管理并提供对由包评估产生的数据的访问。 包装评估旨在评估样品包装的能力，以防止损坏其内容物，样品包装的体积效率以及用于构建样品包装的材料的可持续性。 此外，系统和方法还被配置为基于评估的结果将认证分配给与评估的包相关联的实体。

公开(公告)号：US20150046062A1

公开(公告)日：2015-02-12

申请号：US14517500

申请日：2014-10-17

Applicant: United Parcel Service of America, Inc.

Inventor： Mark J. Davidson ,  John A. Olsen, III

IPC: G07C5/02

CPC classification number: G07C5/02 ,  B60R25/34 ,  G06F17/00 ,  G06Q10/08 ,  G07C5/008

Abstract: According to various embodiments, a fleet management system is provided for capturing, storing, and analyzing telematics data to improve fleet management operations. The fleet management system may be used, for example, by a shipping entity (e.g., a common carrier) to capture telematics data from a plurality of vehicle sensors located on various delivery vehicles and to analyze the captured telematics data. In particular, various embodiments of the fleet management system are configured to analyze engine idle data in relation to other telematics data in order to identify inefficiencies, safety hazards, and theft hazards in a driver's delivery process. The fleet management system may also be configured to assess various aspects of vehicle performance, such as vehicle travel delays and vehicle speeds. These analytical capabilities allow the fleet management system to assist fleet managing entities, or other entities, in analyzing driver performance, reducing fuel and maintenance costs, and improving route planning.

公开(公告)号：US08948742B2

公开(公告)日：2015-02-03

申请号：US14282953

申请日：2014-05-20

Applicant: United Parcel Service of America, Inc.

Inventor： Mark Horton ,  Christopher T. Schenken

IPC: H04W24/00 ,  H04B17/00 ,  H04W24/10 ,  H04W16/18 ,  G06Q10/06 ,  H04W24/08

CPC classification number: H04W24/10 ,  G06Q10/06311 ,  G06Q50/32 ,  H04W16/18 ,  H04W24/00 ,  H04W24/08

Abstract: A cooperative system for testing signal strength near a target area selected by a wireless provider is disclosed, using test units installed in the fleet vehicles of an unrelated service enterprise. The system in one embodiment includes an algorithm for comparing test parameters to the route data contained in the dispatch plan for the fleet vehicles, in order to identify the optimal routes on which to send test units. A computer software product for storing the parameters and executing the algorithms is also disclosed. Signal testing in a target area is accomplished through the symbiotic relationship between the testing units and the fleet vehicles, whereby the wireless provider benefits from unit carriage along routes already being traveled by the fleet vehicles for a different purpose. This Abstract is provided quickly inform a reader about the subject matter, and not for use interpreting the scope or meaning of the claims.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于测试由无线提供商选择的目标区域附近的信号强度的协作系统，其使用安装在不相关服务企业的车队车辆中的测试单元。 在一个实施例中的系统包括用于将测试参数与包含在车队车辆的调度计划中的路线数据进行比较的算法，以便识别发送测试单元的最佳路由。 还公开了用于存储参数和执行算法的计算机软件产品。 目标区域的信号测试是通过测试单元和车队车辆之间的共生关系来实现的，由此，无线运营商受益于沿着车队已经由不同目的旅行的路线。 本摘要快速通知读者关于主题，而不是用于解释权利要求的范围或含义。

公开(公告)号：US20150019455A1

公开(公告)日：2015-01-15

申请号：US13938892

申请日：2013-07-10

Applicant: United Parcel Service of America, Inc.

Inventor： Mark Hilbush

IPC: G06Q10/08

CPC classification number: G06Q10/083

Abstract: Various embodiments provide an address reputation system for dynamically handling shipments for a plurality of addresses based at least in part upon a reputation score calculated therefor. The system comprises one or more computer processors configured to: receive new address data associated with at least one shipment order; retrieve at least a portion of existing address data associated with an address to which delivery is requested; dynamically compare one or more portions of the new address data against the retrieved existing address data so as to identify one or more discrepancies indicative of a conflict with a reputation score for the address; in response to identifying one or more discrepancies, prevent further processing of the shipment order; and in response to not identifying one or more discrepancies, facilitate further processing of the shipment order. Associated computer program products and computer implemented methods are also provided.

Abstract translation: 各种实施例提供地址信誉系统，用于至少部分地基于为此计算的信誉分数来动态地处理多个地址的货物。 该系统包括一个或多个计算机处理器，其被配置为：接收与至少一个装运订单相关联的新地址数据; 检索与请求传送的地址相关联的现有地址数据的至少一部分; 动态地将新地址数据的一个或多个部分与所检索的现有地址数据进行比较，以便识别指示与地址的信誉分数的冲突的一个或多个差异; 响应确定一个或多个差异，防止进一步处理装运单; 并且响应于不识别一个或多个差异，便于进一步处理装运订单。 还提供了相关的计算机程序产品和计算机实现的方法。

公开(公告)号：US20150006429A1

公开(公告)日：2015-01-01

申请号：US14315665

申请日：2014-06-26

Applicant: UNITED PARCEL SERVICE OF AMERICA, INC.

Inventor： JAY CHRISTIAN STAPLES

IPC: G06Q10/08

CPC classification number: G06Q10/083

Abstract: Computer program products, methods, systems, apparatus, and computing entities for determining/identifying confidence ratings/indicators for delivery of items. In one embodiment, this comprises determining a number of location events that occurred within a zone of confidence for delivery an item to a serviceable address; and responsive to determining the number of location events that occurred within the zone of confidence for delivery the item to the serviceable address, determining, via one or more processors, a confidence rating for delivery of the item to the serviceable address based at least in part on the number of location events that occurred within the zone of confidence.

Abstract translation: 计算机程序产品，方法，系统，设备和计算实体，用于确定/识别用于交付项目的置信度/指标。 在一个实施例中，这包括确定在置信区域内发生的位置事件的数量，用于将项目递送到可服务地址; 并且响应于确定在所述信任区域内发生的位置事件的数量以将所述项目递送到所述可服务地址，至少部分地通过一个或多个处理器确定所述项目到所述可服务地址的可信度评估 关于在置信区域内发生的位置事件的数量。