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公开(公告)号:US20180247266A1
公开(公告)日:2018-08-30
申请号:US15967217
申请日:2018-04-30
Applicant: Amazon Technologies, Inc.
Inventor: Brian Allen Knapp , David Henry Clark , Ricky Neal Batye
IPC: G06Q10/08
CPC classification number: G06Q10/08355
Abstract: Techniques for managing different types of transport vehicles are provided. In some embodiments, a transient warehouse can be established that allows a wide variety of transport vehicles to access items from a more convenient location than a brick-and-mortar location. The transient warehouse can be established in a parking lot or on the side of the road, so that other transport vehicles can access the transient warehouse quickly and deliver items to item requesters more efficiently from a centralized location. The transport vehicles can also pick up items from item providers to replenish items for the transient warehouse, the transient warehouse can access items from a brick-and-mortar location, and/or the transport vehicles can travel to multiple item requesters through optimized transport routes. The meeting location of the transient warehouse may also be optimized based on various constraints (e.g., time of day, seasonality concerns, etc.).
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公开(公告)号:US09900061B1
公开(公告)日:2018-02-20
申请号:US15281775
申请日:2016-09-30
Applicant: Amazon Technologies, Inc.
Inventor: Tak Keung Joseph Lui , David Henry Clark , Jeremy Dashe , Oleg Kantor , Maju Cheruvallil Kuruvilla , Alton Paul Werronen , Nelson Ramon
IPC: H04B5/00 , G08B6/00 , G08B5/22 , H04W4/00 , H04W4/02 , G06K19/077 , G06K19/06 , G06K7/14 , H04B1/3827
CPC classification number: H04B5/0062 , G06K7/10009 , G06K7/10891 , G06K7/1413 , G06K19/06028 , G06K19/07762 , G08B5/226 , G08B6/00 , H04B2001/3861 , H04W4/02 , H04W4/80
Abstract: Features are disclosed for a wearable scanning device that can passively initiate scanning for wireless identifiers such as RFID tags. The wearable scanning device may include a force sensor, an accelerometer, or a motion activated switch that can initiate the scanning when detecting an action performed by an associate (e.g., lifting) without an express intent from the associate to scan.
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公开(公告)号:US20150269521A1
公开(公告)日:2015-09-24
申请号:US14222266
申请日:2014-03-21
Applicant: Amazon Technologies, Inc.
Inventor: Brian Allen Knapp , David Henry Clark , Ricky Neal Batye
IPC: G06Q10/08
CPC classification number: G06Q10/08355
Abstract: Techniques for managing different types of transport vehicles are provided. In some embodiments, a transient warehouse can be established that allows a wide variety of transport vehicles to access items from a more convenient location than a brick-and-mortar location. The transient warehouse can be established in a parking lot or on the side of the road, so that other transport vehicles can access the transient warehouse quickly and deliver items to item requesters more efficiently from a centralized location. The transport vehicles can also pick up items from item providers to replenish items for the transient warehouse, the transient warehouse can access items from a brick-and-mortar location, and/or the transport vehicles can travel to multiple item requesters through optimized transport routes. The meeting location of the transient warehouse may also be optimized based on various constraints (e.g., time of day, seasonality concerns, etc.).
Abstract translation: 提供了管理不同类型运输车辆的技术。 在一些实施例中,可以建立一种临时仓库,其允许各种各样的运输车辆从比实体位置更方便的位置获取物品。 临时仓库可以在停车场或道路侧面建立,以便其他运输工具可以快速访问临时仓库,并从集中的位置更有效地将物品运送到物品申请人。 运输车辆还可以从物品供应商处接收物品以补充临时仓库的物品,临时仓库可以从实体位置获取物品,和/或运输车辆可以通过优化的运输路线前往多个物品需求者 。 临时仓库的会议位置也可以基于各种约束(例如,一天中的时间,季节性问题等)来优化。
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公开(公告)号:US20170280841A1
公开(公告)日:2017-10-05
申请号:US15186829
申请日:2016-06-20
Applicant: Amazon Technologies, Inc.
Inventor: Luis Armando Lopez Avila , Stephen Michael Sanchez , Edward McGavin , Ayush Goel , Hany Abdul-Hafez Elkordy , David Henry Clark , Hari Kumar Rajendran
CPC classification number: A45C7/0077 , A45C13/04 , A45C13/103 , A45C2013/1015 , B65D21/086 , B65D37/00 , G06Q10/00
Abstract: A container is described, which may be used as part of item sortation within a facility, as well as item deliveries to end locations. In an example, the container may be configured to transition between a collapsed state and an expanded state. The container may include a loading panel and an unloading panel. The loading panel may include a fastener such that an opening can be selectively created and closed in the expanded state. Accordingly, packaged items may be inserted and securely retained in the container through the loading panel. The unloading panel may also include a fastener such that an opening can be selectively created and closed in the expanded state. Accordingly, the packaged items may be unloaded from the container through this opening. The container may also be dimensioned to facilitate stowage of the container in the collapsed state and loading/unloading of packaged items in the expanded state.
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公开(公告)号:US20170043953A1
公开(公告)日:2017-02-16
申请号:US14857668
申请日:2015-09-17
Applicant: Amazon Technologies, Inc.
Inventor: Jon Stuart Battles , Jayson Michael Jochim , Martin Peter Aalund , Ned Lecky , Samuel Gardner Garrett , Paul Roy Raines, JR. , Kaushik Mani , Yan Yan , David Henry Clark , John Tan
CPC classification number: G06Q10/087 , B25J9/16 , B65G1/04 , B65G1/1373 , G05B15/02 , G06Q10/083 , G06Q50/28
Abstract: Disclosed are systems and methods for an automated materials handling facility. The automated materials handling facility uses a series of automated devices, such as automated guidance vehicles, mobile drive units, robotic arms, automated sorters, etc., to facilitate item receive, stow, pick, shipping and other aspects of materials handling. The automated devices are controlled by a materials handling control system that sends instructions to the various devices to coordinate operation of those devices and to coordinate flow of items through the materials handling system.
Abstract translation: 公开了用于自动化材料处理设备的系统和方法。 自动化材料处理设施使用一系列自动化设备,例如自动导向车辆,移动驱动单元,机器人手臂,自动分拣机等,以便于物品接收,收起,拾取,运输和其他方面的物料搬运。 自动化设备由材料处理控制系统控制,该系统向各种设备发送指令以协调这些设备的操作并协调通过物料搬运系统的物品的流动。
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公开(公告)号:US10649446B2
公开(公告)日:2020-05-12
申请号:US15967359
申请日:2018-04-30
Applicant: Amazon Technologies, Inc.
Inventor: Brandon William Porter , Jon Stuart Battles , William George Bowes , David Henry Clark , Scott Dresser
IPC: G05B19/418 , G05D1/02 , B65G1/06 , B65G1/04 , G05B19/402 , G06Q10/08
Abstract: Systems and methods are provided herein for operating a conveyance system (e.g., a conveyor belt, tilt plane, robotic arm) of a mobile drive unit (MDU) independent of the MDU's navigation system. The MDU may be configured to obtain, convey, and deliver items within the workspace. Navigation information related to navigating the MDU within a workspace may be obtained. Operations of a navigational system of the MDU may be performed to move the MDU to various locations within the workspace in accordance with the navigation information. Conveyance information related to physically obtaining and/or delivering an item within the workspace may be obtained by the MDU (e.g., via conveyance-related fiducial markers and/or sensors of the MDU). At least one operation of a conveyance system of the MDU may be executed which may cause the item to be physically relocated based at least in part on the conveyance information.
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公开(公告)号:US10405621B2
公开(公告)日:2019-09-10
申请号:US15186829
申请日:2016-06-20
Applicant: Amazon Technologies, Inc.
Inventor: Luis Armando Lopez Avila , Stephen Michael Sanchez , Edward McGavin , Ayush Goel , Hany Abdul-Hafez Elkordy , David Henry Clark , Hari Kumar Rajendran
Abstract: A container is described, which may be used as part of item sortation within a facility, as well as item deliveries to end locations. In an example, the container may be configured to transition between a collapsed state and an expanded state. The container may include a loading panel and an unloading panel. The loading panel may include a fastener such that an opening can be selectively created and closed in the expanded state. Accordingly, packaged items may be inserted and securely retained in the container through the loading panel. The unloading panel may also include a fastener such that an opening can be selectively created and closed in the expanded state. Accordingly, the packaged items may be unloaded from the container through this opening. The container may also be dimensioned to facilitate stowage of the container in the collapsed state and loading/unloading of packaged items in the expanded state.
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公开(公告)号:USD805762S1
公开(公告)日:2017-12-26
申请号:US29560311
申请日:2016-04-05
Applicant: Amazon Technologies, Inc.
Designer: Luis Armando Lopez Avila , Edward McGavin , Steve Sanchez , Ayush Goel , Hari Kumar Rajendran , Hany Elkordy , David Henry Clark
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公开(公告)号:US20170174436A1
公开(公告)日:2017-06-22
申请号:US14975596
申请日:2015-12-18
Applicant: Amazon Technologies, Inc.
Inventor: Martin Peter Aalund , Jon Stuart Battles , David Henry Clark , Ned Lecky , Jayson Michael Jochim
CPC classification number: B65G37/00 , B07B13/07 , B07C5/04 , B65B43/42 , B65G1/08 , B65G11/063 , B65G11/081 , G06Q10/087
Abstract: Described are systems, methods, and apparatus for managing the movement of inventory items within a materials handling facility using rollable containers and a gravity feed conveyance system. Inventory items are placed in the rollable containers and are routed to different locations within the materials handling facility along the gravity feed conveyance system, through use of gravitational forces that cause the rollable containers to roll. By using gravity to route inventory items within the materials handling facility, the energy and power requirements for the materials handling facility are reduced, which reduces overhead costs and which is better for the environment.
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公开(公告)号:US10507982B2
公开(公告)日:2019-12-17
申请号:US14975596
申请日:2015-12-18
Applicant: Amazon Technologies, Inc.
Inventor: Martin Peter Aalund , Jon Stuart Battles , David Henry Clark , Ned Lecky , Jayson Michael Jochim
Abstract: Described are systems, methods, and apparatus for managing the movement of inventory items within a materials handling facility using rollable containers and a gravity feed conveyance system. Inventory items are placed in the rollable containers and are routed to different locations within the materials handling facility along the gravity feed conveyance system, through use of gravitational forces that cause the rollable containers to roll. By using gravity to route inventory items within the materials handling facility, the energy and power requirements for the materials handling facility are reduced, which reduces overhead costs and which is better for the environment.
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