Various aspects relate to a method of detecting an inventory in a storage space. The method comprises acquiring an image comprising image data depicting at least part of the storage space and determining, for at least an area of the image, at least one product inventory area. Next, it is detected whether the image data comprised by the image area has a transition of intensity above a pre-determined threshold within a pre-determined distance. Based on the outcome of the detection, it is determined a product is present in the product inventory area if the transition of intensity within the pre-determined distance is detected. Using edge detection, no comparison of subsequently acquired images is required. If an edge is detected, a product is determined to be present on a particular location on the shelf. This determination may be executed based on one single image, rather than on two consecutively acquired images.
A system including an Electronic Shelf Label (ESL) system configured to communicate with a plurality of ESLs each corresponding to a product offered for sale. The system includes a Near Field Communication (NFC) device configured to communicate with each of the plurality of ESLs within a predetermined distance from the ESL, a customer profile database configured to store a plurality of customer profiles, wherein each of the plurality of customer profiles are associated with a customer NFC device, and a product database configured to store a plurality of product profiles for each of a plurality of products configured within the ESL system. The ESL system retrieves a customer profile associated with the NFC device, and a product profile associated with the product corresponding to an ESL in communication with the NFC device. The ESL system is configured to compare the customer profile with information in the product profile and configured to transmit a notification to a customer associated with the customer profile when information in the customer profile matches any information in the product profile.
A system including an Electronic Shelf Label (ESL) system configured to communicate with a plurality of ESLs each corresponding to a product offered for sale. The system includes a Near Field Communication (NFC) device configured to communicate with each of the plurality of ESLs within a predetermined distance from the ESL, a customer profile database configured to store a plurality of customer profiles, wherein each of the plurality of customer profiles are associated with a customer NFC device, and a product database configured to store a plurality of product profiles for each of a plurality of products configured within the ESL system. The ESL system retrieves a customer profile associated with the NFC device, and a product profile associated with the product corresponding to an ESL in communication with the NFC device. The ESL system is configured to compare the customer profile with information in the product profile and configured to transmit a notification to a customer associated with the customer profile when information in the customer profile matches any information in the product profile.
G06Q 20/34 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using cards, e.g. integrated circuit [IC] cards or magnetic cards
G06Q 30/02 - MarketingPrice estimation or determinationFundraising
4.
ELECTRONIC SHELF DISPLAY TAG AND POWERED SHELF SUPPORT TRACK SYSTEM, APPARATUS AND METHOD OF USE
An electronic shelf display tag apparatus (10) includes a programmable processor (72) having a memory (73) in communication with each of a display screen (60), and a wireless communication transceiver (76). The electronic shelf display tag apparatus further includes a power supply device (78) configured to supply power to the processor, the display screen, the wireless communication transceiver, and an enclosure (20) configured to encapsulate the processor, the display screen, the wireless communication transceiver, the audio playback device and the power supply device. The enclosure further including an electrical connector (100) having at least one conductor in communication with the power supply device, at least one inclined stop configured to engage an interior edge of a channel of a shelf support track, and a support rib configured to engage an exterior edge of the channel of the shelf support track.
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G09F 9/35 - Indicating arrangements for variable information in which the information is built-up on a support by selection or combination of individual elements in which the desired character or characters are formed by combining individual elements being liquid crystals
G09F 9/33 - Indicating arrangements for variable information in which the information is built-up on a support by selection or combination of individual elements in which the desired character or characters are formed by combining individual elements being semiconductor devices, e.g. diodes
An electronic shelf display tag apparatus includes a programmable processor having a memory in communication with each of a display screen, and a wireless communication transceiver. The electronic shelf display tag apparatus further includes a power supply device configured to supply power to the processor, the display screen, the wireless communication transceiver, and an enclosure configured to encapsulate the processor, the display screen, the wireless communication transceiver, the audio playback device and the power supply device. The enclosure further including an electrical connector having at least one conductor in communication with the power supply device, at least one inclined stop configured to engage an interior edge of a channel of a shelf support track, and a support rib configured to engage an exterior edge of the channel of the shelf support track.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
Electronic tags to attach on a shelf to promote products; electronic displays, namely, digital signage in the nature of shelf label displays; electronic paper displays; Downloadable computer software to manage and communicate bi-directionally with e-paper labels
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
Electronic tags to attach on a shelf to promote products; electronic displays, namely, digital signage in the nature of shelf label displays; electronic paper displays; downloadable computer software to manage and communicate bi-directionally with e-paper labels
A panel element is for use in a modular wall system with vertical support structures. The panel element includes a panel having a planar surface and side edges transverse to the planar surface, the planar surface can be hung up on at least one of the vertical support structures. An electrical connector is provided on the back of the panel, including a first connector pin and a connector second pin for forming electrical connections. The first and second connector pins fit within openings in a surface of one of the vertical support structure. The connector pins are movably coupled to the panel so as to allow movement of the first and second connector pins in at least one direction parallel to the planar surface between an extended position and a pulled-in position.
H02G 3/18 - Distribution boxesConnection or junction boxes providing line outlets
A47F 5/08 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features secured to the wall, ceiling, or the likeWall-bracket display devices
H01R 13/74 - Means for mounting coupling parts to apparatus or structures, e.g. to a wall for mounting coupling parts in openings of a panel
H02G 3/38 - Installations of cables or lines in walls, floors or ceilings the cables or lines being installed in preestablished conduits or ducts
E04F 13/074 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of specially adapted, structured or shaped covering or lining elements for accommodating service installations or utility lines, e.g. heating conduits, electrical lines, lighting devices or service outlets
E04F 13/08 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of a plurality of similar covering or lining elements
H01R 13/15 - Pins, blades or sockets having separate spring member for producing or increasing contact pressure
An electronic shelf label system includes a powered rail for holding electronic shelf labels. The front side of the rail includes a recess that is physically configured to receive a protrusion at the upper rear side of the shelf label. The shelf label further comprises a lower hook member for engaging with a lower edge of the rail. The rail may comprise two conductors for providing the labels with power and data for display on the label. Data and power may be provided via a controller and power module connected to the back of the rail.
Various aspects relate to a method of detecting an inventory in a storage space. The method comprises acquiring an image comprising image data depicting at least part of the storage space and determining, for at least an area of the image, at least one product inventory area. Next, it is detected whether the image data comprised by the image area has a transition of intensity above a pre-determined threshold within a pre- determined distance. Based on the outcome of the detection, it is determined a product is present in the product inventory area if the transition of intensity within the pre-determined distance is detected. Using edge detection, no comparison of subsequently acquired images is required. If an edge is detected, a product is determined to be present on a particular location on the shelf. This determination may be executed based on one single image, rather than on two consecutively acquired images.
The invention relates to a cradle for a handheld device, e.g. a handheld scanner. The cradle can for instance be a charging station and comprises a device connector for connecting a handheld device to the cradle. The cradle also comprises a power inlet connected and/or connectable to a power outlet of a first corresponding cradle, such as a charging station, for a handheld device, e.g. a handheld scanner. Further, the cradle comprises a power outlet connected and/or connectable to a power inlet of a second corresponding cradle, such as a charging station, for a handheld device, e.g. a handheld scanner. Furthermore, the cradle is provided with an electronic monitoring circuit. Said circuit can be for monitoring whether the cradle is supplied with sufficient power by the first corresponding cradle connected to the inlet of the cradle. Alternatively or additionally the monitoring circuit can be for monitoring whether the cradle can supply sufficient electric power to the second corresponding cradle connected and/or connectable to the power outlet of the cradle.
Coupling device, and mounting system Coupling device for coupling an electronic label arranged for mounting on an elongated mounting rail, comprising an electronic display on a front side thereof and the coupling device on a rear side thereof. The coupling device has a physical coupler for physically coupling the electronic label onto a mounting rail. The coupling device further comprises a latch provided with a plurality of electrical contacts for electrical contacting with electrical conductor lanes of the mounting rail, said lanes extending along the longitudinal direction of the mounting rail. Said latch further is provided with a first catch. Furthermore, the latch is adjustable between a locking position, in which said first catch lockingly engages the mounting rail and prevents movement of the electronic label along the mounting rail and in which the electrical contacts are electrical contacting the electrical conductor lanes of the mounting rail, and a free position in which the catch is disengaged from the mounting rail and in which the electrical contacts leave the electrical conductor lanes clear.
A panel element (12) is provided for use in a modular wall system with vertical support structures (10). The panel element comprises a panel (20) having a planar surface and side edges transverse to the planar surface, the planar surface can be hung up on at least one of the vertical support structures. An electrical connector (22) is provided on the back of the panel, comprising a first connector pin (220a) and a connector second pin (220b) for forming electrical connections. The first and second connector pins fit within openings in a surface of one of the vertical support structure. The connector pins are movably coupled to the panel so as to allow movement of the first and second connector pins in at least one direction parallel to the planar surface, between an extended position and a pulled-in position in which tips of the first and second connector pins will and will not extend into said the vertical support structure. The electrical connector is spring (34) loaded to exert a force towards the pulled-in position. A detent makes it possible to latch the electrical connector in the extended position.
An electronic label system comprises an electronic label for use with a powered rail. The electronic label includes a coupling arrangement so that it can physically couple to the powered rail. The powered rail includes electrical conductors for conveying power and optionally data to one or more electronic labels that are physically coupled thereto. In some embodiments, the electronic label includes electrical contacts that physically contact the electrical conductors of the powered rail to receive power and/or data therefrom. The powered rails are configured for one sided or two sided use.
G09F 3/20 - Casings, frames, or enclosures for labels for adjustable, removable, or interchangeable labels
G09F 7/08 - Signs, plates, panels, or boards using readily-detachable elements bearing or forming symbols the elements being secured or adapted to be secured by means of grooves, rails, or slits
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Bar code decoders; bar code scanners; scanner stands; automatic triggers for laser scanners; label printer; data entry terminals; bar code slot readers; barcode card readers; electronic displays; computer peripheral equipment; mobile computers; apparatus for scanning of codes and data; handheld computers; computers; scanners; terminals with 3G function; electronic shelf labels; digital signage screens; software for the aforementioned apparatus; software application for the aforementioned apparatus; all aforementioned apparatus offering scan solutions for companies and private individuals. Construction, repair and installation of barcode decoders, barcode scanners, scanner stands, automatic triggers for laser scanners, label printers and label cutters, data entry terminals, barcode slot readers (barcode readers), electronic displays, computer peripherals, mobile computers, devices for scanning of codes and data, apparatus for recording, transmission and reproduction of codes and data, hand (held) computers, computers, scanners, terminals with 3G function; electronic shelf labels; digital signage screens. Design of bar code decoders, barcode scanners, scanner stands, automatic triggers for laser scanners, label printer; label cutters, data entry terminals, bar code slot readers, barcode card readers, electronic displays, computer peripheral equipment, mobile computers, apparatus for scanning of codes and data, apparatus for recording and transferring of codes and data, (hand) held computers, computers, scanners, terminals with 3G function, electronic shelf labels, digital signage screens; designing, maintaining, updating, installing and testing of software with regard to the aforementioned apparatus.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Barcode decoders, barcode scanners (readers) and scanner
stands; barcode hand scanners and hand scanner stands; hand
(held) computers; hand barcode scanners; automatic triggers
and stands for laser scanners, thermal barcode label
printers and label cutters; data entry terminals; barcode
slit readers (barcode card readers); software for printing
barcodes; electronic displays (hardware). Repair of barcode decoders, barcode scanners (readers) and
scanner stands, barcode hand scanners and hand scanner
stands, hand (held) computers, hand barcode scanners,
automatic triggers and stands for laser scanners, thermal
barcode label printers and label cutters, data entry
terminals, barcode slit readers (barcode card readers) and
electronic displays (hardware). Design of optical barcode scanners and readers; design of
software for printing barcodes; design of hand-held
computers and scanners; design of thermal barcode label
printers and label cutters; design of electronic displays;
maintenance and updating of software for printing barcodes.
21.
Inventory control using electronic shelf label systems
An electronic shelf label (ESL) is constructed to display a bar code, or the like, and inventory information, in addition to the typical product identification and price. A stock person carrying a handheld communicator with a bar code scanner can conveniently scan the ESL and then enter the number of items removed from or placed on the shelf. Assuming he is using a wireless communicator, the information is sent immediately to the ESL server via the ESL system, and the ESL display is then updated as well as the establishment's inventory database.
G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)
In a decoding method, photoelectric conversion is performed on light reflected by a code image, a read signal indicating intensity of the reflected light is produced, and the produced read signal is differentiated to produce a derivative signal. The inflection points of intensity of the reflected light in the read signal are detected from the derivative signal and peak levels, each of which is an extreme value of the intensity of the reflected light, the peak level corresponding to a width between the detected inflection points, are detected. A difference between the detected peak levels is then obtained and threshold values for decoding the read signal are set from the obtained difference. This enables the read signal to be decoded even when the code image is spotted with a stain or its printing quality is inferior or even when the read signal is read in its defocus state.
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Bar code decoders, bar code scanners and scanner stands, bar code wands and wand stands, hand-held computers, hand-held bar code scanners, automatic trigger and stand for laser scanners, thermal bar code label printers and cutters, data entry terminals, bar code slot readers, bar code printing software. Design of optical bar code scanners and readers; design of bar code printing software; design of hand-held computers and scanners; design of thermal bar code label printers and cutters.
