Abstract:
The subject of the invention is method of identification and segregation of industrial articles. The invention shall apply to identification and segregation in pipelined inflow of products, also such one where consecutive inflowing products can be assigned to the same or different categories of industrial articles. According to the invention, the method of identification and segregation of industrial articles consists in analysing them articles as a set of objects one by one, directly as a whole, and at the same time or sequentially by means of their digital representation formed due to a converter, preferably digital one, which combines the attributes of a given object with that object, and saves as a set of events in the memory unit. The set of events of other objects from the set of objects is saved in the memory unit, and the sets of events are compared using computer-assisted methods, and then the objects under examination are grouped as a result of the comparison. At least one attribute of at least the first examined object is selected as the representative attribute for a given group of objects which as consecutive after the first object will be examined for conformity and appearance of attribute in all the objects of a given group. Then, the percentage of conformity with the adopted representative attribute is determined for every new examined object, and the examined object is located in the hierarchy of the set the more farther on, the lesser its conformity with the representative attribute. With every pick-up of successive object for assessment of conformity, successive attributes of an object regarded as representative for a given set of already analysed objects are checked against an object that's subject to checking for conformity, and a new set of objects conforming to the new rule is created in relation to the currently examined attribute by placing the examined object in the new set the more farther on, the lesser the conformity with the representative object for a given set of objects. It is assumed each time that the representative object for a given set of objects is one whose attributes demonstrate the highest convergence with the other objects of this set of objects, and all the objects have a measure included in their set of events, which measure is one of convergence with representative objects of different sets of objects. After assessment of the last picked-up object, the sets of events of representative objects are considered as rules of belonging to individual sets of objects.
Abstract:
The present disclosure describes various embodiments of systems and methods for recycling mobile phones and other consumer electronic devices. In various embodiments, the systems and methods disclosed herein include device imaging systems for inspecting, evaluating, identifying, and/or obtaining other information about devices. Such imaging systems can include one or more flatbed scanners, and can be employed by a user-operated kiosk to determine a price to offer a user for a mobile phone or other electronic device based on the information.
Abstract:
A system for recycling a mobile device. A system configured in accordance with one embodiment of the present technology includes an electrical connector and testing electronics. The electrical connector is configured to be electrically connected to a mobile device, and the testing electronics are configured to produce an electrical measurement by measuring an electrical attribute associated with a hardware component of the mobile device over the electrical connector. The system is further configured to valuate, identify, and/or authenticate the mobile device based at least in part on the electrical measurement.
Abstract:
Wireless-enabled kiosk systems and associated methods for recycling and performing other processes with mobile phones and other electronic devices are described herein. In various embodiments, the present technology includes systems and methods for wirelessly connecting a consumer-operated kiosk with an electronic device to facilitate processing (e.g., purchasing) the device. In some embodiments, the present technology includes using a wireless link to identify a device, evaluate a device, resolve device issues to enable purchase of the device, locate a device, etc. Various other aspects of the present technology are described herein.
Abstract:
A waste management simulation method and system is provided. The waste management simulation method includes: providing a graphical user interface for interactively defining a waste management model, wherein the model includes a plurality of waste inputs, a plurality of waste management facilities, and a plurality of waste streams connecting the waste inputs with the waste management facilities, and wherein the graphical user interface enables interactive definition of the waste streams; and determining at least one performance indicator of the model according to the defined waste management model and a forecast of the waste inputs.
Abstract:
A method for waste management, including recording an image of content within a waste container; extracting a set of content parameters from the image; characterizing the content within the waste container based on the set of content parameters; and routing a waste removal vehicle based on the content characterization.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a system and method of selling goods or services, or collecting recycle refuse using mechanized mobile merchantry, comprising positioning, by self-propelling, at least one of a mechanized mobile merchantry within a geographical boundary, allowing interaction with consumers, and effectuating selling of goods or services, or collection of recycle refuse with consumers. Other exemplary embodiments can include signaling a mechanized mobile merchantry with a consumer's mobile device to direct the merchantry to self-propel to the consumer's location, and utilizing usage logs and algorithms to optimize functionality of a fleet of merchantry and reposition the merchantry, as necessary, within a geographical boundary, to increase sales and consumer convenience. The present invention also relates to a waste collection system with option to deliver new food and beverage items includes a customer service robot comprising a slave computer and one or more waste receptacles to collect waste material. The customer service robot includes at least one robotic arm having at least three degrees of motion to facilitate collection from, e.g., tables and the like. The customer service robot is also capable of interfacing with a recycling unit and a master computer to control disposal of the collected waste.
Abstract:
One or more embodiments of techniques or systems for recycling collection payout are provided herein. In some embodiments, a user can place objects into a recycling collection payout system, the system sorts or identifies recyclable objects, gathers or stores the recyclable objects, and pays the user for the recyclable objects. The user can be paid via a payout component that provides a user with a variety of options, such as a gift card, a coupon, payout to an account, etc. A recycling collection payout system can compact, bale, or store recyclable objects. Additionally, a status of the recycling collection payout system can be monitored via a remote diagnostic component to determine whether the system is jammed, close to being full, or low on funds. In this manner, a user can be incentivized to bring recyclable material, such as metal, aluminum, steel, or plastic, for collection.
Abstract:
A method (200) and system (100) provide support for instructing a user as to an appropriate solid waste receptacle (110a-n) to discard a solid waste item into based on identification of the solid waste item. An image of the solid waste item is captured prior to being discarded in a solid waste receptacle (110a-n). The solid waste item is classified into a solid waste item type based on the captured image of the solid waste item. The solid waste item type is associated with a recommended disposition method to dispose of the solid waste item. The user is instructed to discard the solid waste item into the appropriate solid waste receptacle based on the recommended disposition method of the solid waste item.
Abstract:
A refrigerant life cycle management and compliance tracking and monitoring system and method for maintaining large quantities of refrigerant stored and transported in bulk tanks and containers. The system is customizable and can be used to store, track and compile regulatory and status information about a refrigerant being transported in tanks and any other data relevant to the quality, status or custody of a tank and its contents. The system and method allow access to database information by compliance officers and inspectors for required regulatory reporting. The system and method are accessible through a web browser or mobile application.