公开(公告)号：US06794586B1

公开(公告)日：2004-09-21

申请号：US10185885

申请日：2002-06-27

Applicant: Timothy E. Mason

Inventor： Timothy E. Mason

IPC: G01G1940

CPC classification number: G01G19/4144

Abstract: A system provides a more robust measurement of scanned items at a self-checkout station. The system comprises an item verifier for verifying placement of an item on a scale of a self-checkout station and a measurement adjuster operatively coupled to the item verifier for adjusting the item verifier operation in response to an error signal from the item verifier. In one embodiment, the measurement adjuster increases the number of samples for determining the weight of an item. By increasing the number of samples collected before determining item weight, the probability that temporary vibrations will not disturb weight measurement is increased. An exemplary method to implement the system includes verifying placement of an item on a scale and adjusting the weighing of the item in response to a failure to sense a weight that corresponds to the item placed on the scale. The adjustment may include increasing the number of samples collected or the time between samples.

Abstract translation: 系统在自助结账台提供更强大的扫描物品测量。 该系统包括用于验证物品在自动检出台的比例上的放置的物品验证器，以及可操作地耦合到物品验证器的测量调节器，用于响应来自物品验证器的错误信号调整物品验证器操作。 在一个实施例中，测量调节器增加用于确定物品重量的样本数量。 通过增加在确定物品重量之前收集的样品数量，临时振动不会影响重量测量的概率增加。 实施该系统的示例性方法包括：在物品的秤上放置物品并响应于感测到与放置在秤上的物品相对应的重量的失败而调节物品的称重。 该调整可以包括增加收集的样品数量或样品之间的时间。

公开(公告)号：US06649848B2

公开(公告)日：2003-11-18

申请号：US09945781

申请日：2001-09-04

Applicant: Yefim G. Kriger

Inventor： Yefim G. Kriger

IPC: G01G1940

CPC classification number: G01G19/4146 ,  Y10S128/921

Abstract: A motor vehicle is provided with a weight control system utilizing the on-board weighing of the driver and one or more passengers. The display and input are effected through a touch screen and/or voice commands and the individuals's identification is registered in memory as are previous weighing states so that with control progress can be monitored. To compensate for different clothing and footwear which might contribute to false reading, the system dialogues with the individual with respect to clothing and footwear.

Abstract translation: 机动车辆设置有利用驾驶员的车载称重和一个或多个乘客的重量控制系统。 显示和输入通过触摸屏和/或语音命令实现，并且个人的识别与先前的称重状态一样被记录在存储器中，使得可以监视控制进度。 为了补偿可能导致错误阅读的不同服装和鞋类，系统与个人就服装和鞋类进行对话。

公开(公告)号：US06469262B1

公开(公告)日：2002-10-22

申请号：US09691256

申请日：2000-10-19

Applicant: Christian Czernysz ,  Xavier Deshayes ,  Thierry Le Jaoudour

Inventor： Christian Czernysz ,  Xavier Deshayes ,  Thierry Le Jaoudour

IPC: G01G1940

CPC classification number: B65H9/16 ,  G01G19/005

Abstract: A dynamic weighing module including a weighing platform, a vertical, longitudinal registration wall, drive belts for transporting the mailpieces from a position upstream of this platform towards a downstream position, and a support fast with the dynamic weighing module on which is mounted at least one bearing element intended to hold the mailpieces on the weighing platform during transport thereof from the upstream position towards the downstream position. The support element is inclined towards the registration wall by a determined angle &agr; so as to guide the mailpieces against the longitudinal registration wall.

Abstract translation: 一种动态称重模块，包括称重平台，垂直纵向对准壁，用于将邮件从该平台上游的位置传送到下游位置的驱动带，以及快速与动态称重模块的支撑件，其上安装有至少一个 用于在将邮件从上游位置向下游位置传送时将邮件保持在称重平台上的承载元件。 支撑元件朝向对准壁倾斜确定的角度α，以便将邮件引导抵靠纵向配准壁。

公开(公告)号：US06472616B2

公开(公告)日：2002-10-29

申请号：US10007898

申请日：2001-11-05

Applicant: Wolfgang Thiel

Inventor： Wolfgang Thiel

IPC: G01G1940

CPC classification number: G01G19/4148 ,  G07B17/00467 ,  G07B17/00661 ,  G07B2017/00693 ,  G07B2017/00701

Abstract: In a method an arrangement for controlling a dynamic scale is set via an input unit according to the respective requirements for processing a mixed mail stack, the setting optionally ensuing on the basis of selected shipping parameters and/or operating parameters that are displayed via a display unit. A modification of the operating parameters and data corresponding to the setting can be undertaken and stored in the non-volatile memory of the scale. Weighing of a supplied piece of mail takes place and a controller drives a conveyor of the scale such that the piece of mail is transported to a further processing station dependent on the operating parameters and data that have been set.

公开(公告)号：US06462286B1

公开(公告)日：2002-10-08

申请号：US08479022

申请日：1995-06-07

Applicant: Robert G. Schwartz ,  Allen A. Crowe ,  James S. Emmett ,  Fetneh Eskandari ,  Martin F. Palange ,  Mark E. Simcik ,  Robert Swanbery ,  Robert J. Japenga ,  Joseph L. Lehman ,  William A. Weirsman ,  George P. Rahgo

Inventor： Robert G. Schwartz ,  Allen A. Crowe ,  James S. Emmett ,  Fetneh Eskandari ,  Martin F. Palange ,  Mark E. Simcik ,  Robert Swanbery ,  Robert J. Japenga ,  Joseph L. Lehman ,  William A. Weirsman ,  George P. Rahgo

IPC: G01G1940

CPC classification number: G07B17/00362 ,  G01G19/005 ,  G01G19/4148 ,  G07B17/0008 ,  G07B17/00193 ,  G07B17/00508 ,  G07B17/00661 ,  G07B2017/00161 ,  G07B2017/00169 ,  G07B2017/00177 ,  G07B2017/00201 ,  G07B2017/00258 ,  G07B2017/00282 ,  G07B2017/0029 ,  G07B2017/00306 ,  G07B2017/00322 ,  G07B2017/0033 ,  G07B2017/00379 ,  G07B2017/00395 ,  G07B2017/00419 ,  G07B2017/00588 ,  G07B2017/00701 ,  G07B2017/00717 ,  G07B2017/00766 ,  G07B2017/0083 ,  G07B2017/00935 ,  G07B2017/00951 ,  G07B2017/00967

Abstract: In an improved postage scale system, soft-selection keys are used for selecting options including shipping service options provided by the system. The display on such a system is adjustable for comfortable viewing thereof. The system is capable of interfacing and communicating with other devices such as a printer, a remote computer, an optical scanner, an integrated circuit (IC) card, etc. Certain data and code for use in the system can be updated by downloading new data and code from IC cards to the system. A security measure is instituted such that, after an update of the data or code, a system user is required to enter a valid authorization number in order to enable the system. Such a measure is, in part, necessary for deterring unauthorized copying of software of the system onto another similar system.

Abstract translation: 在改进的邮资规模系统中，软选择键用于选择系统提供的运送服务选项。 这种系统上的显示器是可调节的，以便于观看它。 该系统能够与诸如打印机，远程计算机，光学扫描器，集成电路（IC）卡等其他设备进行接口和通信。可以通过下载新数据来更新用于系统中的某些数据和代码 并从IC卡到系统的代码。 建立安全措施，使得在更新数据或代码之后，系统用户需要输入有效的授权号码才能启用系统。 这种措施在一定程度上是必要的，以防止将系统的软件未经授权复制到另一个类似的系统上。

公开(公告)号：US06369338B1

公开(公告)日：2002-04-09

申请号：US09630017

申请日：2000-07-31

Applicant: Kentaro Kimura

Inventor： Kentaro Kimura

IPC: G01G1940

CPC classification number: G01G19/44 ,  G01G19/4146 ,  G06F19/00

Abstract: Disclosed is an improved weighing scale for determining a most appropriate antenatal weight of a pregnant woman for each number of the weeks since conception on the basis of the “antenatal weight-to-week” relationship identified in terms of the BMI of the pregnant woman, which index is determined from the height and progestational weight of the pregnant woman, and for making a comparison between the so determined most appropriate antenatal weight and the weight of the pregnant woman measured each week.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种改进的称重秤，用于根据孕妇体重指数（BMI）确定的“产前体重与周围”关系，从受孕后的每个周数中确定孕妇最合适的产前体重， 该指数是根据孕妇的身高和孕妇体重确定的，并且用于比较每周测量的最合适的产前体重和孕妇体重。

公开(公告)号：US06215078B1

公开(公告)日：2001-04-10

申请号：US09218232

申请日：1998-12-22

Applicant: Rafael E. Torres ,  Dusty L. Lutz

Inventor： Rafael E. Torres ,  Dusty L. Lutz

IPC: G01G1940

CPC classification number: G01G19/4144 ,  G07G1/0054

Abstract: A method of operating a retail terminal having a weight scale associated therewith includes the step of executing a security software application so as to provide security to the retail terminal during operation thereof. The method also includes the step of determining a current weight value associated with output from the weight scale. Moreover, the method includes the step of comparing the current weight value to a previous-stable-weight value and generating a weight change control signal if the current weight value is not within a predetermined tolerance range of the previous-stable-weight value. Yet further, the method includes the step of utilizing the current weight value during execution of the security software application in response to generation of the weight change control signal. A retail checkout terminal is also disclosed.

Abstract translation: 一种操作具有与之相联系的权重量度的零售终端的方法包括执行安全软件应用程序以在零售终端的操作过程中为零售终端提供安全性的步骤。 该方法还包括确定与来自重量级的输出相关联的当前权重值的步骤。 此外，该方法包括将当前权重值与先前稳定值进行比较的步骤，并且如果当前权重值不在先前稳定权重值的预定公差范围内，则产生权重变化控制信号。 此外，该方法包括在执行安全软件应用程序期间响应于权重变化控制信号的生成利用当前权重值的步骤。 还披露了零售结算终端。

公开(公告)号：US06713689B2

公开(公告)日：2004-03-30

申请号：US10192362

申请日：2002-07-09

Applicant: David J. Eaton ,  John E. Massucci ,  John P. Miller

Inventor： David J. Eaton ,  John E. Massucci ,  John P. Miller

IPC: G01G1940

CPC classification number: G01G19/4148 ,  G01G19/005

Abstract: A method and method for fast weighing of items such as mailpieces with variable accuracy. The method includes a scale method having a platform connected to a load cell that provides an output signal to an analog-to-digital converter. The resulting digital output signal is processed by a low pass filter and analyzed by a microprocessor to determine weights of items on the platform. The microprocessor also determines postage amounts of items on the platform. The microprocessor also determines postage amounts as functions of the weights and outputs these postage amounts to a postage meter. The microprocessor determines the weights as the average of a sequence of digital output signal values if the average id not closer than D to any weight break, where D is the difference between a maximum output value and a minimum output value.

Abstract translation: 一种用于快速称量诸如具有可变精度的邮件的物品的方法和方法。 该方法包括缩放方法，其具有连接到向模数转换器提供输出信号的测力传感器的平台。 所得到的数字输出信号由低通滤波器处理并由微处理器分析以确定平台上的物品的重量。 微处理器还确定平台上的物品的邮费数量。 微处理器还将邮资数量确定为权重的函数，并将这些邮资数量输出到邮资计费器。 如果平均值不比D更接近任何重量中断，则微处理器将权重确定为数字输出信号值序列的平均值，其中D是最大输出值和最小输出值之间的差值。

公开(公告)号：US06384349B1

公开(公告)日：2002-05-07

申请号：US09619250

申请日：2000-07-19

Applicant: Rodger Francis Voll

Inventor： Rodger Francis Voll

IPC: G01G1940

CPC classification number: G01G19/10

Abstract: An inventory control apparatus includes a support and a pressure sensitive device underlying the support, whereby a gross value is provided for the pressure exerted collectively by all inventory positioned on the support. A microprocessor is preprogrammed with an individual value that represents a single unit inventory unit. The microprocessor divides gross value as indicated by the pressure sensitive device by the individual value to determine the number of units of inventory remaining on the support.

Abstract translation: 库存控制装置包括支撑件和支撑件下方的压敏装置，由此为位于支撑件上的所有库存集体施加的压力提供总值。 微处理器是用一个单一的单位库存单位的单个值进行预编程的。 微处理器按照敏感设备指示的总价值除以单独值，以确定支持单元剩余的单位数。

公开(公告)号：US06353192B1

公开(公告)日：2002-03-05

申请号：US09457857

申请日：1999-12-10

Applicant: Wolfgang Thiel

Inventor： Wolfgang Thiel

IPC: G01G1940

CPC classification number: G01G19/4148 ,  G07B17/00467 ,  G07B17/00661 ,  G07B2017/00693 ,  G07B2017/00701

Abstract: In a method an arrangement for controlling a dynamic scale is set via an input unit according to the respective requirements for processing a mixed mail stack, the setting optionally ensuing on the basis of selected shipping parameters and/or operating parameters that are displayed via a display unit. A modification of the operating parameters and data corresponding to the setting can be undertaken and stored in the non-volatile memory of the scale. Weighing of a supplied piece of mail takes place and a controller drives a conveyor of the scale such that the piece of mail is transported to a further processing station dependent on the operating parameters and data that have been set.

Abstract translation: 在一种方法中，根据用于处理混合邮件堆栈的相应要求，通过输入单元来设置用于控制动态缩放的布置，所述设置可选地基于所选择的运送参数和/或经由显示器显示的运行参数 单元。 可以对与设置相对应的操作参数和数据的修改进行并存储在刻度的非易失性存储器中。 对所提供的邮件进行称重，并且控制器驱动秤的输送机，使得该邮件片段依赖于已经设置的操作参数和数据被传送到另外的处理站。