公开(公告)号：US20070120649A1

公开(公告)日：2007-05-31

申请号：US11462981

申请日：2006-08-07

申请人： John Stevens ,  Paul Waterhouse ,  Florin Tarcoci

发明人： John Stevens ,  Paul Waterhouse ,  Florin Tarcoci

IPC分类号： H04Q5/22

CPC分类号： G06K7/0008 ,  G06K7/10039 ,  G06K7/10069 ,  G06K7/10316 ,  G06K7/10336

摘要： An area-reading antenna (in RF linkage with myriad RF tags) is dynamically tuned. It may be dynamically tuned as to its transmission of a power/clock field, or dynamically tuned as to its transmission of a data signal, or dynamically tuned as to its reception of a data signal, or some combination of all three. In this way, a base station has an improved ability to communicate with a greater fraction of the RF tags within its reading area, despite detuning of individual tags due to proximity of detuning influences such as metal or liquids.

摘要翻译： 动态地调整区域读取天线（与无数RF标签的RF联动）。 可以动态调整其功率/时钟域的传输，或者动态地调整其数据信号的传输，或者动态地调整其数据信号的接收，或三者的某种组合。 以这种方式，尽管由于诸如金属或液体的失谐影响的接近，基站在其读取区域内具有与更大部分的RF标签通信的改善的能力。

公开(公告)号：US20100265071A1

公开(公告)日：2010-10-21

申请号：US12108877

申请日：2008-04-24

申请人： Jason August ,  John Stevens ,  Paul Waterhouse

发明人： Jason August ,  John Stevens ,  Paul Waterhouse

IPC分类号： G08B13/14 ,  H04Q5/22

CPC分类号： F41A17/063 ,  F41A35/00

摘要： A system for identifying, monitoring, and tracking a firearm includes: a low frequency radio tag affixed to the firearm, the radio tag configured to receive and send data signals, the radio tag including: a tag antenna operable at a low radio frequency not exceeding 450 kilohertz, a transceiver operatively connected to the tag antenna, the transceiver configured to transmit and receive data signals at the low radio frequency; a data storage device configured to store data including identification data for identifying the firearm, and a data processor configured to process data received from the transceiver and the data storage device and to transmit data to cause the transceiver to emit an identification signal based upon the identification data stored in the data storage device.

摘要翻译： 一种用于识别，监视和跟踪枪支的系统，包括：附加到枪支的低频无线电标签，被配置为接收和发送数据信号的无线电标签，该无线电标签包括：标签天线，其工作频率不超过 450千赫兹，一个可操作地连接到标签天线的收发器，收发器被配置为以低射频发送和接收数据信号; 数据存储装置，被配置为存储包括用于识别枪支的识别数据的数据;以及数据处理器，被配置为处理从收发器和数据存储装置接收的数据，并且发送数据以使收发器基于识别发出识别信号 存储在数据存储设备中的数据。

公开(公告)号：US20070152826A1

公开(公告)日：2007-07-05

申请号：US11462889

申请日：2006-08-07

申请人： Jason August ,  Paul Waterhouse ,  John Stevens ,  Christopher Verge ,  Michael Vandenberg ,  Kenneth Truong

发明人： Jason August ,  Paul Waterhouse ,  John Stevens ,  Christopher Verge ,  Michael Vandenberg ,  Kenneth Truong

IPC分类号： G08B13/14 ,  G08B1/08 ,  G08B5/22

CPC分类号： A01K15/021 ,  A01K11/004 ,  A01K11/008 ,  G06K17/00 ,  G06K19/077 ,  G06K2017/0045 ,  G06Q10/08 ,  G06Q10/087 ,  G06Q20/203 ,  G06Q50/02 ,  G06Q50/30 ,  G07C9/00111

摘要： The invention disclosed provides a method, system, and associated tag for detection and tracking of inanimate and animate objects. The novel method broadly comprises the steps of: a) attaching a low radio frequency detection tag to each of the objects, each tag comprising a tag antenna operable at a low radio frequency not exceeding 1 megahertz (preferably not exceeding 300 kilohertz), a transceiver operatively connected to the tag's antenna, the transceiver being operable to transmit and receive data signals at the low radio frequency, a data storage device operable to store data comprising identification data for identifying said detection tag, a programmed data processor operable to process data received from the transceiver and the data storage device and to send data to cause the transceiver to emit an identification signal based upon the identification data stored in said data storage device, and an energy source for activating the tag's transceiver and data processor; b) storing, in the data storage device of each tag, shipping data selected from object description data, address-of-origin data, destination address data, object vulnerability data, and object status data; c) commingling the objects in a repository selected from a warehouse and a truck, the repository being provided with at least one large loop field antenna operable at said low radio frequency; the field antenna being disposed at a distance from each object that permits effective communication therewith at the low radio frequency, d) reading the identification data and shipping data from the transceiver of each tag by interrogating all tags commingled in said repository with data signals, such as specific IP addresses or other identification codes, via said field antenna; and e) transmitting the identification data and shipping data from each tag to a central data processor to provide a tally of the objects in said repository.

公开(公告)号：US20070152825A1

公开(公告)日：2007-07-05

申请号：US11462844

申请日：2006-08-07

申请人： Jason August ,  Paul Waterhouse ,  John Stevens ,  Christopher Verge ,  Michael Vandenberg ,  Kenneth Truong

发明人： Jason August ,  Paul Waterhouse ,  John Stevens ,  Christopher Verge ,  Michael Vandenberg ,  Kenneth Truong

IPC分类号： G08B13/14 ,  G08B1/08

CPC分类号： A01K11/004 ,  A01K11/008 ,  A01K15/021 ,  G06Q20/203 ,  G07C9/00111

摘要： The invention disclosed provides a method, system, and associated tag for detection and tracking of inanimate and animate objects. The novel method broadly comprises the steps of: a) attaching a low radio frequency detection tag to each of the objects, each tag comprising a tag antenna operable at a low radio frequency not exceeding 1 megahertz (preferably not exceeding 300 kilohertz), a transceiver operatively connected to the tag's antenna, the transceiver being operable to transmit and receive data signals at the low radio frequency, a data storage device operable to store data comprising identification data for identifying said detection tag, a programmed data processor operable to process data received from the transceiver and the data storage device and to send data to cause the transceiver to emit an identification signal based upon the identification data stored in said data storage device, and an energy source for activating the tag's transceiver and data processor; b) storing, in the data storage device of each tag, shipping data selected from object description data, address-of-origin data, destination address data, object vulnerability data, and object status data; c) commingling the objects in a repository selected from a warehouse and a truck, the repository being provided with at least one large loop field antenna operable at said low radio frequency; the field antenna being disposed at a distance from each object that permits effective communication therewith at the low radio frequency, d) reading the identification data and shipping data from the transceiver of each tag by interrogating all tags commingled in said repository with data signals, such as specific IP addresses or other identification codes, via said field antenna; and e) transmitting the identification data and shipping data from each tag to a central data processor to provide a tally of the objects in said repository.

公开(公告)号：US20060293977A1

公开(公告)日：2006-12-28

申请号：US11164213

申请日：2005-11-15

申请人： John Stevens ,  Paul Waterhouse ,  Jason August

发明人： John Stevens ,  Paul Waterhouse ,  Jason August

IPC分类号： G06Q10/00 ,  H04B7/00

CPC分类号： G06Q10/08 ,  G06Q10/087

摘要： This invention relates to a method and system for auditably authenticating the histories of events (e.g. temperature levels) experienced by objects (e.g. pharmaceutical products, foodstuffs, etc.) during storage in repositories such as warehouses and movable shipping vehicles. The method involves a) sensing an event experienced by an object; b) recording an event signal that defines the sensed event; c) transmitting a temporally ordered series of said event signals to a data storage apparatus, said data storage apparatus being operable to store said temporally ordered series of said event signals; and d) safeguarding the aforesaid data storage apparatus against alteration of said stored series of event signals. The safeguarding may be done by selecting a data storage apparatus which is unalterable, such as a write-once-only CD-R disc. Such use of an unalterable medium (e.g. CD-R) is especially appropriate where the repository is movable, such as a truck or railway car, since a CD-R drive can easily be located within the movable repository during shipment of the goods which are sensitive to temperature or other environmental events. Alternatively, safeguarding can be achieved by locating the aforesaid data storage apparatus at a secure location (e.g. KPMG or other auditor's offices) distant from the stored/shipped drugs to prevent data tampering. Moreover, the event data can be transmitted (wirelessly for movable repositories, by wired connection for a stationary repository such as a warehouse) to the distant location immediately, as the events occur (i.e. in “real time”), so that the event data is in secure hands (e.g. an independent auditor's) before it could possibly be altered. Furthermore, safeguarding may utilize a selected algorithm to calculate a pair of checksums based on a selected sequence of event signals, said pair of checksums having a selected relationship (e.g. being identical) in the event of data integrity, one of the two checksums being calculated from event signals generated at the repository (e.g. at a warehouse), the other checksum being calculated from event signals that have already been transmitted to the aforesaid data storage apparatus. Moreover, corresponding temporal (e.g. date/time) data may be stored together with each event signal, the temporal data being obtained from an independent source (e.g. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) or a GPS satellite).

公开(公告)号：US20050083213A1

公开(公告)日：2005-04-21

申请号：US10476685

申请日：2002-05-07

申请人： John Stevens ,  Paul Waterhouse ,  Mike Vandenberg

发明人： John Stevens ,  Paul Waterhouse ,  Mike Vandenberg

IPC分类号： G06Q10/00 ,  G07G1/00 ,  G08G1/123 ,  G08B13/14

CPC分类号： G06Q10/08 ,  G06Q10/047 ,  G07G1/0054 ,  G08G1/20 ,  G08G1/202

摘要： An inventive system for delivering packages includes a computer system for determining an optimum route for delivering the package, an electronic tag associated with the package including a first transceiver, and a signaling device. The inventive system also includes a base station having a second transceiver for wirelessly communicating with the first transceiver.

摘要翻译： 用于递送包裹的创新系统包括用于确定用于递送包裹的最佳路线的计算机系统，与包裹相关联的包括第一收发器的电子标签以及信号装置。 本发明的系统还包括具有用于与第一收发器进行无线通信的第二收发器的基站。

公开(公告)号：US5532465A

公开(公告)日：1996-07-02

申请号：US207956

申请日：1994-03-08

申请人： Paul Waterhouse ,  John Stevens ,  George Leibman

发明人： Paul Waterhouse ,  John Stevens ,  George Leibman

IPC分类号： G06Q30/00 ,  G06K15/00 ,  G06F15/24

CPC分类号： G06Q30/02

摘要： In a system for displaying prices in a retail store, improved rail arrangements permit improved accuracy in confirming the physical location of an improved display device on one such rail arrangement. A response from the device to a host, or central computer, indicates a particular position of the device on the rail arrangement.

摘要翻译： 在用于在零售商店中显示价格的系统中，改进的轨道布置允许提高在一个这样的轨道布置上确认改进的显示装置的物理位置的准确性。 从设备到主机或中央计算机的响应指示设备在轨道布置上的特定位置。

公开(公告)号：US07864053B2

公开(公告)日：2011-01-04

申请号：US12048181

申请日：2008-03-13

申请人： Jason August ,  John Stevens ,  Paul Waterhouse

发明人： Jason August ,  John Stevens ,  Paul Waterhouse

IPC分类号： G08B13/14

CPC分类号： G06K19/0723 ,  G06K19/0717 ,  G06Q20/203

摘要： A pedigree tag for tracking and validating authenticity of contents in a container includes: a radio frequency modem operable at a low radio frequency, not exceeding one megahertz, and including a full duplex transmitter and receiver; an antenna operatively coupled with the radio frequency modem; a programmable microprocessor operatively coupled with the radio frequency modem; a memory operatively coupled with the programmable microprocessor; a clock; and a connector for connecting a power source for providing power to the microprocessor; wherein the pedigree tag is in a form factor conformable to the container to which it is affixed.

摘要翻译： 用于跟踪和验证容器中的内容的真实性的血统标签包括：可在低射频（不超过1兆赫兹）操作的无线电频率调制解调器，并且包括全双工发射机和接收机; 可操作地与射频调制解调器耦合的天线; 可操作地与射频调制解调器耦合的可编程微处理器; 与可编程微处理器可操作地耦合的存储器; 一个钟; 以及用于将用于向微处理器提供电力的电源连接的连接器; 其中血统标签是与其所固定的容器相一致的形状因子。

公开(公告)号：US20090025807A1

公开(公告)日：2009-01-29

申请号：US12171025

申请日：2008-07-10

申请人： Jason August ,  John Stevens ,  Paul Waterhouse

发明人： Jason August ,  John Stevens ,  Paul Waterhouse

IPC分类号： F17D3/00

CPC分类号： A01G25/165 ,  Y02A40/238 ,  Y10T137/86389

摘要： A control system for an outdoor faucet includes a control unit encased in a waterproof housing. Inside the waterproof housing can be found an omni-directional antenna; a transceiver operatively coupled with the antenna and operating at a low radio frequency below 300 kHz; an onboard memory for storing data; a motor valve for controlling liquid flow; a micro controller unit operatively coupled with the onboard memory and configured for controlling operation of the control unit and for actuating the motor valve; and a connector for coupling with an energy source for powering the control unit.

摘要翻译： 用于室外水龙头的控制系统包括封装在防水壳体中的控制单元。 防水外壳内可以找到全向天线; 收发器，与天线操作耦合并在300kHz以下的低射频工作; 用于存储数据的板载存储器; 用于控制液体流动的马达阀; 微控制器单元，与所述板载存储器可操作地耦合并且被配置为用于控制所述控制单元的操作并且用于致动所述电动机阀; 以及用于与用于为控制单元供电的能量源耦合的连接器。

公开(公告)号：US20070001846A1

公开(公告)日：2007-01-04

申请号：US11161032

申请日：2005-07-20

申请人： Jason August ,  Paul Waterhouse ,  John Stevens

发明人： Jason August ,  Paul Waterhouse ,  John Stevens

IPC分类号： G08B13/14

CPC分类号： G06K19/07749 ,  G06K7/10178 ,  G06K19/04 ,  G06K19/0717 ,  G06K19/07703 ,  G06K2017/0045 ,  G06K2017/0051 ,  G06Q20/203 ,  H01Q1/22

摘要： An RFID tag in a receptacle is active and includes a microprocessor, a data storage device operable to store a selected code (e.g. an ID code to identify said object or said product), the object including a display for displaying the aforesaid selected code upon a signal from the microprocessor and an energy storage device (e.g. a lithium ion battery), operable to energize the microprocessor, the display, and the transmitter. The tag has an antenna having a dimension thereof that is substantially as large as to a maximum dimension of receptacle.

摘要翻译： 插座中的RFID标签是有效的，并且包括微处理器，可操作以存储所选择的代码（例如，用于识别所述对象或所述产品的ID代码）的数据存储设备，所述对象包括用于在一个 来自微处理器的信号和能量存储装置（例如，锂离子电池），其可操作以对微处理器，显示器和发射器通电。 标签具有其尺寸基本上与插座的最大尺寸相同的天线。