Apparatus calculator and indicator of the price of goods weighed by means of a weighing device with which it is combined

Bilancia automatica con indicazioni di peso, prezzo unitario ed importo.

Dispositif applicable aux balances automatiques, pour l'indication directe du poids et du prix de la marchandise calculé sur la base d'un prix d'unité, variable à volonté.

Einrichtung zum Einstellen von Grundpreiswerten an Preisberechnungswaagen

Einrichtung zum Einstellen von Grundpreiswerten an Preisberechnungswaagen

Vorrichtung zum Einstellen des Grundpreises an einer Waage mit Nachlaufeinrichtung

Preisanzeigende Ladentischwaage

Balance calculating the prices automatically and equipped with a device printing the prices

Fast apparatus of evaluation of the prices of the goods according to their weight and application to the balances

Balance automatic giving the weight and the price of the goods

2001-11-27 Organization Arrangement applicable to devices to indicate simultaneously and immediately the weight and prices of goods

Balance dietetic

Scale self-calculator

Balance automatic store

Scale calculator

Balance with automatic calculation of price

COMPUTING SCALE.

Waage mit Rechenvorrichtung nach dem nomographischen Prinzip

Device for adjusting the basic price at a balance with wake mechanism

WEIGHING SCALE

The invention relates to a weighing scale, particularly a dietary scale for use in the kitchen, comprising a body with a compartment adapted to receive means for providing dietary information. The compartment comprises a rebate or recess in the body of generally rectangular configuration whereby it can record the dietary information means, in the form of a plurality of separate cards each bearing dietary information, for example for a particular food the amount of energy, calcium, salt or the like per gramme. The compartment may be closed by a closure such as a door hinged to the body, which at the front (as viewed and as in use) has a fascia with an elongate slot in it through which is viewed a bar of a member such as a pointer which is used to indicate weight, there being a graduated scale (not shown) adjacent the slot. The compartment is effectively in the fascia.

Neigungswaage mit Anzeige des Gewichts, des Einheits- und des Gesamtpreises

A weighing scale

The invention relates to a weighing scale 1, particularly a dietary scale for use in the kitchen, comprising a body 2 with a compartment 3 adapted to record means 4 for providing dietary information. The compartment 3 comprises a rebate or recess 5 in the body 2 of generally rectangular configuration whereby it can record the dietary information means, in the form of a plurality of separate cards 4 each bearing dietary information 6, for example for a particular food the amount of energy, calcium, salt or the like per gramme. The compartment 3 may be closed by a closure such as a door 7 hinged to the body 2, which at the front (as viewed and as in use) has a fascia 8 with an elongate slot 9 in it through which is viewed a bar of a member such as a pointer 10 which is used to indicate weight, there being a graduated scale (not shown) adjacent the slot 9. The compartment 3 is effectively in the fascia 8. ...

Improvements in or relating to weighing apparatus

... 394,645. Weighing-apparatus. WEISSENBURGER, A., Offenbach-on-Main. Germany. Sept. 23, 1931, No. 26565. Convention date, Sept. 23, 1930. Void [Published under Sect. 91 of the Acts]. [Class 143.] Computing-apparatus.-Relates to a weighing- apparatus for automatically computing and printing the monetary value of the commodity and wherein the computation is derived from the angular movement of the indicating pointer and a length of radius proportional to the unit price, and consists in ascertaining the arc of movement (which is proportional to the required computation) by measuring mechanically the chord length and correcting automatically for the difference between the arc and chord by means of a cam rotated in accordance with the movement of the pointer. The price per unit weight is set by adjusting a lever i over a scale h. The lever, operating through gearing, slides a rack m along a stationary guide n a distance proportional to the unit price, and the rack carries with it a slide s mounted ...

Automatic price calculation balance

Device of rocker indicating the price or another quantity proportional to the weight

Selbsttaetige Waage mit Vorrichtung zur Ermittlung des Preises der abgewogenen Ware auf Grund des Gewichtes und eines eingestellten Grundpreises

Automatische Preisberechnungswaage

A Price Indicating Weighing Machine for a Shop Counter

... 1,175,129. Weighing apparatus. W. KRAUT [trading as BIZERBA-WERKE WILHELM KRAUT K.G.]. Dec.5, 1967 [Dec.7, 1966], No. 55264/67. Heading G1W. A price-indicating weighing machine comprises a weighing mechanism and a scale 2 inscribed with prices, the scale 2 being adapted to indicate the product of measured weight and price-perunit weight in such a manner that for higher price-per-unit weight values the maximum scale reading is produced by a lower weight than for lower price-per-unit weight values. As shown, the weighing machine which comprises a load pan 4 connected by a linkage 5 to a balance lever 3 is provided with a weight scale 9 and a price scale 2 fixed to the lever 3 the price scale 2 being shaped so that the weight range over which prices can be obtained from the highest price-per-unit weight value is smaller than for lower price-perunit weight values. In an alternative embodiment Fig.4 (not shown) a price indicating scale (18) is attached to a follow-up mechanism (12) having a ...

Improvement allowing the patent weighing machines to indicate the weight, the unit price and the total price, respectively on three metric, parallel and fixed scales

Apparatus calculator and indicator of the price of weighed goods

Semi-automatic balance with reading of the weight and the price

Improvements with the balances

Body weighing machine

Weighing apparatus for indicating weight which includes a scale for body weight, a calorie scale carried by the body weight scale, standard weight setting scale coordinated with the calorie scale so that a calorie intake will be indicated to lower or raise the body weight to bring it to the standard weight and an exercise scale for indicating amount of exercise and coordinated with the calorie scale to modify the calorie intake in accordance with the calories utilized as a result of the exercise.

Improvements relating to weighing apparatus and cash recorders

... 165,723. Schember, K., and Joksch, R. July 3, 1920, [Convention date]. Sliding-weight apparatus.-The device described in Specification 146,089 for adjusting the poise of a steelyard is moved indirectly by means of a hand-lever, a key. a crank, or the like, and is used in combination with apparatus for indicating and printing the weight of the goods, the kind of goods and their cost. Other indications such as the number of articles, packing number, and date may be provided for. The printing operation cannot be performed unless an exact weighing has been made and the device for indicating the kind of goods or the cost has also been set. Fig. 1 shows the salesman's side of the apparatus. The hand-levers 20 are adjusted to effect the weighing and the hand-levers 41 are set according to the kind of goods and the cost of same. The mechanism in connection with each hand-lever 20 is similar and is shown in Fig. 4. The hand-lever 20 is coupled by a link 21 to the poise adjuster 17 which moves its ...

Improvements in Calculating and Price Indicating Machines.

... 23,061. Boyer, A., and Godeau, P. L. M. Oct. 6, 1909, [Convention date]. Counters with recording-apparatus.-Weighing-apparatus of the kind described in Specification 23,060/10 is provided with means for computing total cost according to various prices per unit weight, and with printing-wheels rotated by the indicating-dials, two of the wheels 57, 67 being shown in Fig. 4. Two paper tapes 75, 78 are led past the printing-wheels, and the operator, by pulling out a rod 83 and thereby actuating arms 81, 82, presses the tapes against the wheels, and afterwards by means of a projection 85, and a ratchet-wheel 87 feeds the tapes forwards in readiness for another operation. A second projection 88 causes a knife 90 to cut off the printed portion of the strip 78. The strip 75 is retained in the machine and forms a permanent record. Additional printing- wheels may be added for numbering and dating the tickets issued, or for totalizing the various cash items.

Balance with calculation of price

Balance computer and recording

Mechanisms applicable to the calculating machines, indicators and recorders of price for patent weighing machines, indicating of average quantities, regulating, reproductive and similar

Balance automatic giving the weight and the price of the goods

Computing mechanism

Inclination balance

... 961,793. Weighing apparatus. W.KRAUT. Sept. 11, 1962 [Sept. 21,1961], No. 34645/62. Heading G1W. In a pendulum type weigher the basic price of a commodity is set up and then on the basis of such price the balance automatically determines the weight and sale price of the commodity being weighed. A weigh beam 11 (Fig. 2) fulcrumed on _ knife edges 12 supports on one arm a weigh pan 17 and on its other arm a pan 15 for tare calibration. Oscillation is damped by a dash-pot 20. Rigidly attached to the beam is a pointer 22 and a pendulum weight 23 which is of such a weight that e.g. a 1000 g article in the weigh pan corresponds t to maximum deflection of the pointer. The weight 23 is elongated and has a straight edge 24 (parallel to a hypothetical line 24a passing through the fulcrum edges 12) for co-operation with a detecting element 34a on a follow up weight detecting carriage 34, and a detecting element 53 on a follow up sale price detecting carriage 47. The carriage 34 moves along a bar 33 ...

Balance counter with indication of price

Improvements with the balances

Balance with tangent with device of palpation of weight

Patent weighing machines

Computing scale

Automatische Preisberechnungswaage

Rechenwaage mit gegenseitig verschiebbaren logarithmisch geteilten Skalen

Device for Adjusting the Setting of the Price per Unit of Weight in a Weighing Machine having a Follow-up Device

... 1,171,746. Weighing apparatus. W. KRAUT [trading as BIZERBA-WERKE WILHELM KRAUT K.G.]. March 11, 1968 [March 30, 1967], No. 11732/68. Heading G1W. A weighing machine is provided with a device which is for adjusting price per unit weight settings and which comprises separate setting levers for coarse and fine values of price per unit weight, the setting levers acting additively on a common feeler 24 in a follow-up device 15 of the machine. As shown, a setting lever 46 associated with a coarse price per unit weight scale 45 is mounted on a slidable member 48 which when the lever 46 is moved to a selected digit on the scale 45 is adjusted along a toothed bar 47 until a roller 49 on the member 48 engages with a notch on the bar corresponding to the digit. The member 48 is linked by rope drives 51, 43 and a forked member 42 carrying the feeler 24 to a slide 23 which is positioned, in accordance with the movement of the member 48, along a bar 16 of the follow-up device 15, a catch device 28 being ...

Improvement with the balances using the abacuses with triple rectilinear alignment

Balance automatic indicating the price of the weighings

AUTOMATIC PRICE CALCULATION SCALE

Improvements with the balances

Improvements with the balances comprising of the levers of multipliers

PRICE-SCALE.

Improvements in automatic weighing balances combined with devices for calculating the price of the material weighed

... 241,867. Fischer, J. Oct. 24, 1924, [Convention date]. Computing - apparatus. - An automatic matic weighing balance combined with a device for calculating the cost of the goods is characterized by the fact that the weight values displayed by the indicator are also represented by elevations or depressions on a member, such as a drum, connected to the indicating arrangements, and from which the weight values are automatically taken for the purpose of being imparted to the device for calculating the cost of the goods. The weight, price per kg., and the cost of the goods are indicated to the seller through openings 5, 9, 13, Fig. 2. respectively; three similar openings are provided for the buyer on the opposite side of the balance. A further opening 16 on the seller's side is used to display the sum of the selling prices indicated in the opening 13. The price per kg. is set by drawing back two hand levers 8, and the computation displayed at the opening 13 is effected by giving three revolutions ...

Balance automatic computer

Scale automatic calculator

Balance computer

Improvements with the balances

Apparatus applicable to the instruments of weighing and measurement, and allowing automatically to calculate the price of materials weighed or measured according to an unspecified unit price

PRICE?INDICATING WEIGHING SCALES

New apparatus of weighing

Reading device combined with scale for patent weighing machine

Price scale

Scale

Improvements in weighing machines

... 322,342. Peruzzini, C. Dec. 4, 1928. Pendulum - weight apparatus; computing- apparatus. - In a pendulum-weight machine adapted to indicate the weight and value of the goods weighed, the indicating devices are operatively connected to the pendulum arm and receive therefrom displacements proportional to the tangent of the angle through which the arm is moved by the load. As shown, the arms X, Y, of a pendulum lever are disposed mutually at right-angles and when the machine is unloaded are horizontal and vertical, respectively. The load is carried by a hanging pan D suspended directly from the arm X. The pendulum arm Y is provided with a vertical slot l, the lower end of which operatively engages a roller r on a rack O. The rack is guided horizontally by means of two Watt parallel motion linkages a - - d, a<1> - - d<1>, and meshes with the pinion of a weight indicator K, the arrangement being such that the deflections of the indicator are directly proportional to the load. The value of the ...

Improvements in weighing machines, having means for indicating the price to be paid

... 240,077. Noorlander, W. March 26, 1925. Computing-apparatus; pendulum-weight apparatus.-In a weighing machine for indicating the cost of the goods, a longitudinally-movable bar actuated by the weight of the goods and determining the movement of the weight-indicating means, acts upon one or more levers the load points of which are adjustable along the levers and also along a second bar-like member actuated by the levers in the same direction as the firstmentioned bar and adapted to operate the means for indicating the amount of money to be paid. The scale pan 1, Fig. 2, is supported on two pendulum levers 10, 11, and its vibrations are damped by a dash pot 17. The pendulum lever 11 actuates the weight-indicating pointer 27 through a toothed sector 20, rack bar 24, and gear wheel 25 mounted on a shaft 26. The rear end of the shaft 26 carries a dial 29 for indicating the weight to the purchaser. The cost of the goods is indicated on a dial 149 actuated from the rack bar 24, Fig. 1, by means ...

A device for use on weighing machines, for the simultaneous and direct determination of the weight of the goods and of the price

... 225,555. Feuker, F., and Schember & S÷hne Bruckenwagen-und Maschinenfabriken Akt.-Ges., C. Nov. 29, 1923, [Convention date]. Computing-apparatus. - Apparatus for simultaneously determining the weight and price of commodities comprises the combination of a calculating machine which can be set for any unit of price and a counterweight weighing machine of the kind in which the weights are arranged in sets and can be individually placed on or removed from a weigh beam, the calculating machine and the weighing machine being simultaneously operated and controlled by a single control member. The weighing mechanism, of known construction, is contained within a casing 1, and in performing a weighing operation weights are automatically placed on the scale pan by rotating a handle 15, and the same rotation actuates the calculating machine 10 through gear wheels 19, 20. The magnitude of the weights deposited is shown on figure wheels 6 - - 9 driven by a projection 18 upon a sleeve 17. The sleeve may ...

Improvements in or relating to evaluating devices

... 742,023. Calculating-apparatus. HERONIMOS, A. J. June 18, 1954 [July 21, 1953], No. 20234/53. Class 106 (1). A proportionating device comprises a weight scale 11 mounted on a base, a parallel price scale 12 slidable on the base which bears a line 16 against which a unit price on the scale 12 is set, and an indicating arm 18 pivoted about a point 17 on the line 16 and settable in accordance with a given weight to ascertain the corresponding cost. The scale 11 may alternatively be arcuate and the scale 12 may have several ranges. The line 16, as shown, corresponds to a unit weight of 1 pound but this line may be adjustable to allow the setting of basic prices given for other unit weights, e.g. 12 ounces. The arm 18 may be set directly by a weighing mechanism.

Rock computer

Improvements in weighing apparatus

... 293,348. Gandriaut, L. July 4, 1927, [Convention date]. Computing-apparatus.-Relates to a method of indicating automatically the monetary value of a commodity by means of a weighing-apparatus and consists in measuring an arc of which the angle subtended at the centre, and the radius, are respectively directly proportional to the weight and price per unitweight of the commodity or vice versa. In the form shown in Figs. 1, 3 and 4, the scale indicator 24 is rigid with a flanged crown 1. In the zero position of the machine a stop 23 on the flange of the crown rests against a toothed sector 2 loosely mounted on a pivot co-axial with the knifeedge 25. The sector 2 gears with a wheel 3 secured to the same spindle 35 as a disc 5, and the disc 5 is connected by a train of gearing 26, Fig. 1, with a counter 7 indicating weight. The surface of the disc 5 is formed of hard rubber against which a roller 8 bears. When the disc 5 is rotated as described below, the roller 8 transmits the rotation to its ...

Instrument of weighing using the principle of the balance, indicating simultaneously, in connection with the unit price, the weight and the value of the weighed goods

Weighing instrument having interchangeable slides carrying graduated scales

A weighing instrument for the analysis of the weight-related characteristics of different materials has a pointer rotated about an axis in response to the weight of the material and which indicates a selected characteristic of the material on a selected graduated scale carried by an interchangeable slide. In the preferred embodiment, the weighing instrument is part of a diet control system also including an organized set of interchangeable slides each of which carries a number of concentric scales graduated in calories for respective food or drink items in a related food group. To facilitate handling of the slides, the slides are rigid and rectangular, and the weighing instrument has a rectangular slot for receiving and holding the slides under the force of their own weight. The pointer is protected by being carried on a circular disc and being covered by a viewing window which also serves to define the rectangular slot for receiving the slides. The slides are conveniently arranged in a ...

Automatische Preisberechnungswaage

Selbstanzeigende Waage mit Rechenmaschine

Value-indicating weighing device

An object to be priced is placed on scale pan 15 suspended from slider 14. The slider is set on beam 12 at a distance from the fulcrum X proportioned to the price per unit weight. The beam is balanced by adjustment of counterweight 16, its distance from the fulcrum being proportional to the price. The error caused by the weight of the scale pan acting dt varying distances is counteracted by a spiral spring acting on the beam, the torque applied being adjusted according to the unit price shown on scale 19. ...

Computing scale

Rechenwaage mit gegeneinander verschiebbaren, logarithmisch geteilten Skalen

A WEIGHING SCALE

Load sensing device

A load sensing device, which includes a load detecting device adapted to a seat and outputting a load signal in response to a strain generated at the load detecting device and which detects a load applied to the seat on the basis of the load signal, includes a determining device determining whether the seat is in an occupied state or in a vacant state based on a magnitude relationship between the load and a threshold value, a collision detecting device detecting a shock generated when a vehicle collides, an alarming device alarming that the shock is detected, and a memorizing device storing a diagnosis information indicating whether or not a zero-point adjustment of the load detecting device needs to be executed in response to a determination result of a state of the seat in the case where the shock is detected by the load detecting member.

Prescription order packaging system and method

A system for automatically packaging prescription orders composed of one or more prescription containers. The system includes a printer for generating literature associated with each order and a packer for packing the prescription containers and the associated literature into a package. The packer has a scale or other means for determining the weight of the prescription containers. A packer controller calculates package weight information based on the container weight information. The package weight information is transmitted to a mail manifest system, which generates shipping information comprising postage. A labeler applies the shipping information to the package. The packer also includes a loading mechanism for inserting the prescription containers and the literature into the package.

Notifying a Passenger of Overweight Luggage

Passengers are notified as to whether an item if luggage is overweight. Information relating to a journey is received for which a passenger has a ticket and an item of luggage is weighed such that this may be compared with a maximum weight allowed for the luggage item. An extent to which the luggage is overweight is indicated so that a passenger may reduce this weight or accept that an additional payment is required. In order to provide accurate results while reducing the overall size of the data stored, information relating to a journey includes first data identifying a carrier and second data identifying a destination.

Pos-based code symbol reading system with integrated scale base and system housing having an improved produce weight capturing surface design

A POS-based system including (i) a system housing having a horizontal housing portion and a vertical housing portion. The vertical housing portion is configured substantially orthogonal with respect to the horizontal housing portion. At least one reading window is formed in the system housing. A support frame having a plurality of spaced apart support surfaces, supports the system housing when the system housing is position over the support surfaces. A convex weigh surface is integrated with the vertical housing portion, for supporting the weight of produce items supported thereon during weighing operations. A code symbol reading subsystem is disposed in the system housing, for optically reading code symbols on objects being transported through a 3D reading volume definable relative to at least one code symbol reading window, and producing symbol character data representative of the read code symbols. An electronic weigh scale subsystem is provided including a base portion having a plurality of load cells for measuring the weight supported thereupon.

In-line conveyor scale with integrated closed-loop servo sensor

Disclosed are various applications of differential torque sensing, seeking to maximize the sensing power of servo motors in applications that have a wide torque range. In one embodiment, a transmission ( 200 ) combines a constant, relatively larger torque provided by a primary drive motor ( 220 ) and a smaller, variable torque provided by a servo motor ( 23 ), to form an output torque for driving a mechanical assembly ( 222 ). A relatively small change in mass of the system causes a perturbation from ambient operating speed. The servo motor, under control of a servo amplifier ( 232 ), quickly adjusts the secondary, variable torque to return the system to the ambient operating speed. Thus the servo motor torque accurately reflects the change in mass of the system.

Apparatus, method and system for an optical code scanner

An apparatus, system and method are presented for inputting operator requests for an optical code scanner. The optical code scanner includes a weigh scale device and a scanner device. The optical code scanner uses data from each device to determine if an operator is making a request by touching a weigh plate on the weigh scale device at a predetermined location.

Load detection device for vehicle seat

A load detection device for a vehicle seat includes a strain generating body including a first end hole, a second end hole and a strain gauge, a first fixing member including a first middle shaft portion and a first end shaft portion, a second fixing member including a second middle shaft portion and a second end shaft portion, a bracket member including first and second fixing portions connected to each other with a connecting portion, first and second fixing holes, the first end shaft portion is press-fitted into the first fixing hole, the second fixing hole is fitted onto the second end shaft portion in a manner that the second fixing hole includes a degree of freedom of a movement thereof in a lengthwise direction and a movement thereof in a direction intersecting with the lengthwise direction is restricted, and a connecting member.

Weighing device

A weighing device includes a weighing unit, a camera, an identifying unit, a product weight calculation unit, a label printer unit, a person sensor and a shopper-side notification unit. The weighing unit measures weight of a container and a product therein selected by a shopper to produce a weight value. The camera detects the size of the container. The identifying unit identifies the container based on size. The product weight calculation unit subtracts weight of the identified container from the weight value to calculate the weight of a product. The label printer unit prints a label displaying the price of the product based on the weight of the product. The person sensor detects whether or not the shopper is present at the weighing device. The shopper-side notification unit guides the shopper through purchasing and label printing in response to the person sensor detecting the presence of the shopper.

Techniques for calibrating measuring devices

Techniques for calibrating measuring devices are provided. A universal serial bus (USB) drive is inserted into a USB port on a device of a checkout system. A key in the USB drive initiates a calibration sequence on one or more weighing devices (measuring devices) of the checkout system. Audit information is captured during the calibration and usage of the weighing devices. When a command is recognized to communicate the audit information, the audit information is audibly communicated from speakers associated with the checkout system.

METHOD FOR DETERMINING THE REMAINING LIFE OF A THERMAL MASS IN A SHIPPING PACKAGE WHILE IN TRANSIT

A shipping container is described for use with methods for monitoring and controlling shipment of a temperature controlled material and determining the remaining useful life of a Thermal Source contained within the shipping container. The container comprises an inner enclosure adapted to carry one or more commodities during shipment, a bladder conformed to the inner surface of the inner chamber, or a plate upon which commodities are place, and instrumented with at least one transducer and at least one processing device configured to receive measurements from the at least one transducer. The processing device communicates the measurements to a networked device upon detecting the presence of a network. The networked device may transmit commands to the processing device that causes the processing device to adjust a configuration parameter. 1. A shipping container comprising:an inner space or enclosure adapted to carry a thermal source and one or more commodities during shipment;at least one transducer configured to determine weight of at least the thermal source and the one or more commodities; anda processing device configured to receive measurements from the at least one transducer, and to communicate the measurements to a networked device upon detecting the presence of a network, wherein the measurements include a current weight of the thermal source.2. The shipping container of claim 2 , wherein:the networked device processes the measurements using a cloud-resident application;the networked device transmits a command to the processing device that causes the processing device to adjust a configuration parameter; andthe configuration parameter configures one or more of a sensor sample interval, a preferred network communication route, an allowed or prohibited network communication route, and a remote control of an annunciator provided on the shipping container.3. The shipping container of claim 1 , wherein the processing device is configured to determine a location ...

AUTOMATED PURCHASING SYSTEM

Disclosed is an automated purchasing system that utilizes wireless purchaser identifier weight sensing shelves that wirelessly communicate with a store server. Purchasers can utilize a wireless identifier that may comprise an RFID or NFC device, such as a smart phone or tablet computer, which is placed in front of the weight sensing shelf and identifies the purchaser. The purchaser can then remove products from the shelves and the store server keeps track of the items removed. The automated purchasing system eliminates the costly and time consuming checkout process in various stores, such as grocery stores, department stores, hardware stores and other similar stores. Locked compartments and access portals can also be accessed. Also disclosed is a weight measuring hanger that comprises a hanger rod. The hanger rod employs a weight sensor that is sufficiently sensitive to detect the removal or addition of a product from the hanger rod. 1. A method of purchasing a product from a store using an automated purchasing system comprising:using a weight sensing shelf to display said product, said weight sensing shelf having a wireless identification reader that reads a wireless identifier that is associated with a purchaser;using said wireless identification reader to identify said purchaser when said purchaser places said wireless identifier proximate to said wireless identification reader;using weight sensors in said weight sensing shelf to generate a weight signal that indicates an amount of said product removed from said weight sensing shelf;transmitting said weight signal, that indicates said amount of said product removed from said weight sensing shelf, to a processor;identifying said product and said amount of said product removed from said weight sensing shelf to charge said purchaser for said product removed from said weight sensing shelf.2. The method of further comprising:placing said amount of said product and an identification of said product in a tabulated list ...

Downloadable datasets for a patient monitoring system

In general, this disclosure describes techniques for remotely monitoring the health of an ambulatory patient. As described herein, an ambulatory patient may interact with a monitoring device that is located at the patient's home. The monitoring device may ask the patient to provide responses to health-related questions or requests for physiological characteristics and may upload the responses. A health care professional may then use the responses to evaluate the health of the patient. A set of firmware instructions stored on the monitoring device may cause the monitoring device to perform these functions. The monitoring device may download a prompt that is associated with at least one instruction in the set of firmware instructions. The prompt may cause the patient monitoring device to execute the at least one instruction in the set of firmware instructions to gather information relating to a patient.

Portable electronic device having weighing function and electronic weighing system using same

A portable electronic device includes a housing, a pressure sensor, a signal processing module, an analog-to-digital converting module, a processor, and a setting keypad. The housing supports an object to be weighed. The pressure sensor is mounted on the housing and outputs an analog voltage signal that varies with a pressure exerted on the pressure sensor. The signal processing module amplifies and filters the analog voltage signal. The analog-to-digital converting module converts the analog voltage signal into a digital signal. The processor calculates a weight exerted on the pressure sensor according to the digital signal and calibrates the weight of the pressure sensor when the setting keypad is activated.

Weight trainer with load detection system

A weight trainer with a load detection system includes a frame, a load detecting device, and a display device. The frame has a transmission device, a weight allocating device, and a stand. The transmission device is disposed on one side of the frame. The weight allocating device is connected to the transmission device and can undergo displacement in the vertical direction of the stand. The load detecting device is disposed beneath the weight allocating device. The load detecting device includes a sensor, a base, and a platform. The sensor is abuttingly disposed between the base and the platform. The display device is electrically connected to the load detecting device. Accordingly, the weight trainer with a load detection system is effective in detecting a weight change precisely, enabling a user taking fitness exercise to gain access to information thereof in real time, and quantifying the information.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REDUCING WEIGHING ERRORS ASSOCIATED WITH PARTIALLY OFF-SCALE ITEMS

Systems and methods are provided for reducing erroneous weighing of items by detecting items extending beyond a peripheral edge of a weigh platter associated with a data reader. For example, in response to a weigh request a scale guard module acquires data indicative of whether an item extends between the weigh platter and another surface, compares the acquired data to reference data, and based on the comparison, determines whether an item extends off the weigh platter and thus on to another surface. The scale guard module may utilize non-electromagnetic compression waves, radio waves, a portion of a data reader's scan field to scan a set of patterns extending along at least one edge of the weigh platter, an imaging based scanner to capture an image of at least one edge of the weigh platter, light beams extending along at least one edge of the weigh platter, or any combination thereof. 156-. (canceled)57. A system for reducing weighing errors of an item being weighed on a weigh platter of a scale associated with a data reader installed in a checkout counter surface or other fixed object , the system comprising:a scale including a weigh platter with a horizontal top surface adjacent the checkout counter surface or other fixed object, the horizontal top surface of the weigh platter including a lateral edge that is adjacent an edge of the checkout counter surface or other fixed object, the scale operative for measuring weight of an item placed upon the weigh platter;a data reader configured to detect a change in light reflected from a region of the horizontal top surface of the weight platter proximate the lateral edge of the top surface of the weigh platter; anda controller coupled to the data reader, the controller configured (1) to determine whether an item rests partially on the checkout counter or other fixed object and partially on the weigh platter based on whether the item blocks a portion of the light that would otherwise reflect off of said region proximate ...

AUTOMATED MOTORIZED MODULAR SHELF SYSTEM

A system and method are disclosed for motorized modular shelf organization. The system and method includes a gondola rack with a plurality of longitudinal shelves which engage with an upright support on the gondola rack, and are capable of moving vertically via a motorized element. The gondola rack also includes at least two support arms which are capable of grasping the plurality of longitudinal shelves and moving the plurality of longitudinal shelves laterally and vertically so that the longitudinal shelves may swap positions with another shelf. 2. The method for modular shelf organization of a gondola rack of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of longitudinal shelves comprises one or more display items comprising at least one of a shelf or a basket.3. The method for modular shelf organization of a gondola rack of claim 1 , further comprising:transmitting location information from a central server to the gondola rack via the communication network; andmoving one or more of the plurality of longitudinal shelves along a movement path based on the location information.4. The method for modular shelf organization of a gondola rack of claim 1 , wherein one or more of the plurality of longitudinal shelves generates an indication of the load on one or more of the plurality of longitudinal shelves using one or more weight sensors.5. The method for modular shelf organization of a gondola rack of claim 1 , wherein one or more of the plurality of longitudinal shelves determines whether there is the obstruction in the movement path of the one or more of the plurality of longitudinal shelves using one or more proximity sensors.6. The method for modular shelf organization of a gondola rack of claim 1 , further comprising attaching one or more vertical movement tracks to the one or more upright support members claim 1 , wherein the plurality of longitudinal shelves engage with the vertical movement track.7. The method for modular shelf organization of a gondola rack of claim 6 , ...

BUMPER BEAM DESIGN FOR CRASH SIGNAL SEPARATION

A system for airbag deployment within a vehicle may include an airbag, a bumper beam, at least one sensor, and an electronic control unit (ECU). The bumper beam may include a left crush can and a right crush can. The left crush can and the right crush can may each include a first zone associated with a first stiffness in a vehicle longitudinal direction and a second zone associated with a second stiffness in the vehicle longitudinal direction. The sensor may receive one or more signals associated with an impact on the vehicle. The ECU may deploy the airbag at a timing based on one or more characteristics of one or more of the signals and one or more predetermined characteristics associated with the first stiffness of the first zone and the second stiffness of the second zone, thereby providing robust discrimination between a front flat impact mode and an front offset impact mode. 1. A system for airbag deployment within a vehicle , comprising:an airbag; a left crush can arranged on a left side of the bumper beam; and', 'a right crush can arranged on a right side of the bumper beam,', a first zone associated with a first stiffness in a vehicle longitudinal direction; and', 'a second zone associated with a second stiffness in the vehicle longitudinal direction;, 'wherein the left crush can and the right crush can each include], 'a bumper beam includingat least one sensor receiving one or more signals associated with an impact on the vehicle; andan electronic control unit (ECU) deploying the airbag at a timing based on one or more characteristics of one or more of the signals and one or more predetermined characteristics associated with the first stiffness of the first zone and the second stiffness of the second zone,wherein one or more of the characteristics and predetermined characteristics is an amplitude or a wavelength of one or more of the signals.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the second stiffness of the second zone is greater than the first stiffness of the ...

Occupancy sensor for occupiable item e.g. seat or bed

An occupancy sensor for detecting the occupancy state of an item occupiable by a human or animal occupant, e.g. a seat or a bed, the sensor including a thermistor, to be arranged in compression-dependent heat-conducting relationship with the occupiable item, and a control circuit operatively connected to the thermistor, where the control circuit is configured to derive an occupancy state of the occupiable item from a response of the thermistor to heat generated in or in vicinity of the thermistor.

INFORMATION PROCESSING DEVICE, INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD, AND COMPUTER READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM

An information processing device including: a memory, and a processor coupled to the memory and the processor configured to: discover an equipment coupled to the information processing device, based on an equipment identifier associated with an input field in form information, acquire data from the equipment, and insert, into the input field, the data acquired from the equipment. 1. An information processing device comprising:a memory; anda processor coupled to the memory and the processor configured to:discover an equipment coupled to the information processing device, based on an equipment identifier associated with an input field in form information;acquire data from the equipment; andinsert, into the input field, the data acquired from the equipment.2. The information processing device according to claim 1 , whereinthe processor is further configured to:identify, based on additional information included in screen definition information described as a definition of a form screen, the input field into which the data is to be inserted in the form screen; andperform processing for acquiring, from the equipment, a value indicated by the additional information.3. The information processing device according to claim 1 , whereinthe processor is further configured to:determine, based on a usage condition included in screen definition information described as a definition of a form screen, whether the data satisfies the usage condition; andperform processing for causing a specified operation to be performed in the equipment, in a case where the data does not satisfy the usage condition.4. The information processing device according to claim 1 , whereinthe processor is further configured to acquire, from a storage device, the equipment identifier.5. The information processing device according to claim 1 , wherein the processor is further configured to acquire an equipment control module corresponding to the equipment and dynamically inject the equipment control module into ...

Vehicle occupant classification systems and methods

Techniques are disclosed for systems and methods to detect and/or classify a vehicle occupant, such as a passenger seated within the cockpit of a vehicle. An occupant classification system includes an occupant weight sensor, an occupant presence sensor, and a logic device configured to communicate with the occupant weight sensor and the occupant presence sensor. The logic device is configured to receive occupant weight sensor signals from the occupant weight sensor and occupant presence sensor signals from the occupant presence sensor, determine an estimated occupant weight and an occupant presence response based, at least in part, on the occupant weight sensor signals and the occupant presence sensor signals, and determine an occupant classification status corresponding to the passenger seat based, at least in part, on the estimated occupant weight and/or the occupant presence response.

Inventory management by weight

An illustrated view of an exemplary reordering scale for managing inventory presented. The reordering scale is useful for tracking and reordering inventory of a product based on a calibrated weight ratio. The reordering scale is useful for reducing manual labor and errors made in inventory management by automating the reordering inventory and maintaining accurate accounts of amount of inventory is on hand. Further, the reordering scale can be useful for determining a calibrated weight of delivery and thus quickly and automatically determine accuracy of the delivery while adding the inventory to an inventory database.

SYSTEM FOR PREPARATION OF MODIFIABLE RECIPE-BASED PRODUCTS

Systems and methods for the preparation of recipe-based products may include a computer-based system for parsing recipe steps and instructions, such that each of a plurality of product preparation stations receives and displays on an associated human-machine interface only those instructions associated with that product preparation station. 1. A method of preparing recipe-based products , comprising:receiving, via a terminal, order information for a recipe-based product;transmitting, via the terminal, the order information to a server computer;receiving, via the terminal, a recipe for the recipe-based product from the server computer;generating, using a token generator coupled to the terminal, a machine-readable token having the recipe stored therein;reading, via a first token reader at a first station, the generated token;communicating, via a first human-machine interface (HMI), only the one or more steps of the recipe that are associated with the first station;reading, via a second reader at a second station, the generated token; andcommunicating, via a second HMI, only the one or more steps of the recipe that are associated with the second station.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein receiving the order information includes receiving one or more customer modifications to the recipe-based product claim 1 , and wherein receiving a recipe for the recipe-based product includes receiving claim 1 , via the terminal claim 1 , the recipe that includes the received one or more customer modifications.3. The method of claim 1 , where the first station includes a first appliance claim 1 , the first HMI is at the first station claim 1 , and the second HMI is at the second station claim 1 , wherein communicating only the one or more steps of the recipe that are associated with the first station includes communicating claim 1 , via the first HMI at the first station claim 1 , only the one or more steps of the recipe that require the use of the first appliance.4. The method of ...

System and Method for Monitoring Food Waste

The present invention relates to a system for monitoring food waste. The system includes a weight mechanism configured for weighing a waste receptacle, wherein the waste receptacle is configured for receiving food waste from a plurality of consecutive disposal events before emptying, a processor configured for measuring the difference in weight of the waste receptacle between each disposal event and calculating the weight of a disposal event based upon the difference and a user interface configured to receive at least one indication categorising the food waste in a disposal event by a user. A method for monitoring food waste is also described.

ASSESSMENT OF NUTRITION INTAKE USING A HANDHELD TOOL

Embodiments regard nutrition assessment using a handheld device. An embodiment of an apparatus includes a handle with a controller within the handle, an attachment arm extending from the handle, and a user-assistive device coupled with an end of the attachment arm, wherein the apparatus is to determine a mass held by the user-assistive device, the determination being made during a task by a user of the handheld tool including manipulation of the handheld tool. 1. A handheld tool , comprising:a handle;a controller within the handle;an attachment arm extending from the handle; anda user-assistive device coupled with an end of the attachment arm;wherein the handheld tool is to determine a mass held by the user-assistive device, the determination being made during a task by a user of the handheld tool, the task including manipulation of the handheld tool.2. The handheld tool of claim 1 , wherein the handheld tool is determine the mass based at least in part on an operational value for the handheld tool required to maintain the user-assistive device in a certain orientation.3. The handheld tool of claim 2 , wherein the operational value is one of a force value claim 2 , a current value claim 2 , or a power value.4. The handheld tool of claim 2 , further comprising a vertical actuator claim 2 , the vertical actuator to provide for vertical motion of the user-assistive device;wherein the handheld tool is determine the mass based at least in part on an additional operational value required for the vertical actuator to maintain the user-assistive device in the certain orientation when holding the mass in comparison with an operation value required for the vertical actuator to maintain the user-assistive device in the certain orientation without the mass.5. The handheld tool of claim 4 , wherein a determination of the additional operational value is based at least in part on an additional amount of current required by the vertical actuator.6. The handheld tool of claim 2 , ...

SYSTEM FOR PREPARATION OF MODIFIABLE RECIPE-BASED PRODUCTS

Systems and methods for the preparation of recipe-based products may include a computer-based system for parsing recipe steps and instructions, such that each of a plurality of product preparation stations receives and displays on an associated human-machine interface only those instructions associated with that product preparation station. 1. A method of preparing recipe-based products , comprising:receiving, via a terminal, order information for a recipe-based product;transmitting, via the terminal, the order information to a server computer;receiving, via the terminal, a recipe for the recipe-based product from the server computer;generating, using a token generator coupled to the terminal, a machine-readable token having the recipe stored therein;reading, via a first token reader at a first station, the generated token;communicating, via a first human-machine interface (HMI), only the one or more steps of the recipe that are associated with the first station;reading, via a second reader at a second station, the generated token; andcommunicating, via a second HMI, only the one or more steps of the recipe that are associated with the second station.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein receiving the order information includes receiving one or more customer modifications to the recipe-based product claim 1 , and wherein receiving a recipe for the recipe-based product includes receiving claim 1 , via the terminal claim 1 , the recipe that includes the received one or more customer modifications.3. The method of claim 1 , where the first station includes a first appliance claim 1 , the first HMI is at the first station claim 1 , and the second HMI is at the second station claim 1 , wherein communicating only the one or more steps of the recipe that are associated with the first station includes communicating claim 1 , via the first HMI at the first station claim 1 , only the one or more steps of the recipe that require the use of the first appliance.4. The method of ...

Systems and methods for managing a weight of a plant in a grow pod

An assembly line grow pod includes a seeding region, a harvesting region, a track that extends between the seeding region and the harvesting region, a cart including a tray for holding plant matter, and a wheel coupled to the tray, where the wheel is engaged with the track, and a weight sensor positioned on the cart or the track, where the weight sensor is positioned to detect a weight of the plant matter positioned within the cart.

Device capable of detecting a bearing force

An illustrative device capable of detecting a bearing force includes a support rigid by tension and at least one plate that is elastically deformable by the bearing force from a bent conformation in which the plate exhibits a convex bearing face on which the bearing force to be detected is directly exerted and to a more flattened conformation in which the convex bearing face is more flattened. The illustrative device further includes a spring capable of permanently straining the plate to its bent conformation, a guiding mechanism mounted on the support and capable of guiding the free distal end of the plate in translation along a translation axis at right angles to the direction of indentation, and a sensor capable of detecting a displacement of the free distal end along the translation axis to detect the bearing force.

Occupant sensor and seat with such an occupant sensor

An occupant sensor having a switching element, which comprises a top carrier layer and a bottom carrier layer separated by a spacer. The spacer has an opening defining an active zone in which the carrier layers may be brought together in response to a force acting on at least one of them. The switching element includes a first electrode and a second electrode arranged within the active area between the carrier layers such that an electrical contact is established between the first and second electrodes if the carrier layers are brought together. The occupant sensor includes a decoupling layer arranged on a top side of the switching element such that the decoupling layer covers the top carrier layer in the region of the active area. The decoupling layer and switching element are laterally displaceable with respect to each other in the region of the active area.

Directional force sensing element and system

A directional force sensor and sensing system are described. The directional force sensor includes a leaf spring and one or more load sensors disposed about the leaf spring such that in response to a force applied to the leaf spring, the one or more load sensors provide a signal. A controller is coupled to receive signals from the one or more directional force sensors and determines characteristics of forces applied to the directional force sensors.

System for monitoring feeding behavior of each individual animal in a group-housed cage

The objective of the present invention is to provide a system capable of efficiently and accurately monitoring each individual animal in a group-housed cage with high temporal resolution. Multiple food containers are used in a feeding unit to allow multiple animals to feed freely and simultaneously. Each food container is incorporated with an electronic weight measuring component to continuously monitor the change in food weight in each food container. An electronic RFID tag detector/reader is incorporated at the food accessing opening of each container to identify the animal accessing the food container. 1a plurality of food containers, each food container accessible by at least one of the animals via a food accessing opening;a plurality of electronic weight measuring devices, each weight measuring device configured to continuously monitor the change in food weight in one of the food containers; anda plurality of RFID tag detectors, each RFID tag detector incorporated at the food accessing opening of one of the food container to identify the animal accessing the food container.. A system and method for monitoring a plurality of animals in a group-housed cage, comprising: The present application relates and claims priority to U.S. provisional patent application No. 62/533,102, filed on Jul. 16, 2017.The present invention relates to the field of systems for monitoring feeding behavior in laboratory animals. More particularly, the present invention relates to the field of systems for monitoring feeding behavior of individual animals that are housed in a group in a cage environment.Food intake studies in laboratory animals are widely used in a variety of biological research. Methods to monitor laboratory animal feeding behavior are important to all biological researchers, especially to nutritionists, and researchers studying obesity, diabetes, eating disorder, energy metabolism, endocrinology, etc. The common method used for measuring food intake of laboratory animals ...

CONTROLLING ACCESS TO AN IN-VEHICLE HUMAN-MACHINE INTERFACE

An in-vehicle computer is programmed to determine that a driver's hands are at least one predetermined location in the vehicle, the at least one predetermine location including a location on a steering wheel, determine that a vehicle passenger is in a safe position with respect to a human-machine interface; and provide passenger access to the human-machine interface such that the passenger may access operations of the computer that are inaccessible to the driver.

Storage System For A Loading Space Of A Commercial Motor Vehicle And Method For Monitoring A Piece Number And/Or A Volume Of A Commodity Located In A Receiving Unit In A Commercial Motor Vehicle

The invention relates to a storage system () for a loading space of a commercial motor vehicle. In order to make commercial motor vehicles available that can be utilized more productively and more effectively, the storage system () exhibits at least one weighing machine with counting scale (), capable of being fixed in the loading space, and at least one indicating unit (), assigned to the weighing machine with counting scale (), for indicating a piece number of bulk commodity located on the weighing machine with counting scale () and/or for indicating a volume of a liquid commodity located on the weighing machine with counting scale (). 11. A storage system () for a loading space of a commercial motor vehicle , comprising:{'b': '5', 'at least one weighing machine with a counting scale () capable of being fixed in the loading space, and'}{'b': 7', '5', '5', '5, 'at least one indicating unit () assigned to the weighing machine with the counting scale () for indicating a piece number of a bulk commodity located on the weighing machine with the counting scale () and/or for indicating a volume of a liquid commodity located on the weighing machine with the counting scale ().'}213457345. The storage system () according to claim 1 , further comprising at least one shelf ( claim 1 , ) which is capable of being fixed in the loading space and on which the weighing machine with counting scale () is capable of being fixed claim 1 , the indicating unit () being arranged on the shelf ( claim 1 , ) in the region of the weighing machine with the counting scale ().317. The storage system () according to claim 1 , wherein the indicating unit () takes the form of an e-paper display.41. The storage system () according to claim 1 , wherein:{'b': '5', 'the at least one weighing machine comprises at least two weighing machines with the counting scale () capable of being fixed in the loading space, and'}{'b': 7', '8', '5', '5', '5, 'the at least one indicating unit () comprises at least ...

Case By Case Picking Weight Audit System

A computer-implemented case by case picking weight audit system and a method of auditing weight for case by case picking which includes weight audit controller including a case by case picking weight audit program executable to provide communication between a mobile scale and the mobile device for transfer of mobile scale weight data and comparison of an audit product weight against a picked product weight placed on the mobile scale.

Wireless kitchen weighing scale

A weighing scale may include a weighing platform, a weight measurement module, a wireless data communication module, a weight data processing and transmitting system, a display screen, and a control panel. In one embodiment, the weighing device can be a regular weighing scale, and in another embodiment, the weighing scale can be a wireless weighing scale which can store and transmit data generated by the weighing scale to external electronic devices or receive and store data coming from external electronic devices. In one embodiment, the wireless data communication module can be used to transmit data to or receive data from distant electronic devices via the wireless network data transmission system and Internet. In another embodiment, the wireless data communication module can be used to retrieve data from the onboard memory module and transmit them to distant electronic devices via the wireless network data transmission system and Internet.

CARGO LOADER

A vehicle seat includes a seat back and a track attached to the seat back. An extendible member is moveably engaged with the track. The extendible member is moveable along the seat back between a retracted position and an extended position. The extendible member extends outside a vehicle when the extendible member is in the extended position. 1. A vehicle seat comprising:a seat back;a track attached to the seat back; andan extendible member moveably engaged with the track, wherein the extendible member is moveable along the seat back between a retracted position and an extended position, wherein the extendible member extends outside a vehicle when the extendible member is in the extended position.2. The vehicle seat of claim 1 , further comprising a cargo rack disposed on the extendible member claim 1 , wherein the cargo rack moves with the extendible member relative to the seat back.3. The vehicle seat of claim 2 , wherein the cargo rack has a platform having a plurality of sides and a plurality of ledges claim 2 , wherein each of the plurality of ledges extends from a respective one of the plurality of sides claim 2 , wherein the plurality of sides includes a bottom side claim 2 , wherein the plurality of ledges includes a bottom ledge extending from the bottom side.4. The vehicle seat of claim 3 , further comprising a weight sensor disposed on the bottom ledge.5. The vehicle seat of claim 3 , further comprising:a buckle disposed on a first one of the plurality of ledges;a retractor disposed on a second one of the plurality of ledges, wherein the second one of the plurality of ledges is disposed on one of the plurality of sides of the cargo rack opposite the first one of the plurality of ledges; anda belt having a latch and extending from the retractor, the latch being releasably engageable with the buckle.6. The vehicle seat of claim 5 , further comprising a computer including a memory and a processor programmed to execute instructions stored in the memory claim ...

SYSTEM, METHOD, AND APPARATUS FOR CLASSIFYING AN OCCUPANT OF A VEHICLE SEAT

A method for determining an occupant class for a vehicle seat includes obtaining, via first and second seat weight sensors, first and second seat weight indications for the vehicle seat. The first seat weight sensor is located on the lateral side of the vehicle seat at a front location on the vehicle seat. The second seat weight sensor is located on the lateral side of the vehicle seat at a rear location on the vehicle seat. The method also includes obtaining a vehicle acceleration value from a vehicle acceleration sensor. The method also includes determining a raw weight on the vehicle seat as twice the sum of the first and second seat weight indications, and determining a filtered weight based on the raw weight. The method further includes determining the occupant class based on the filtered weight in response to the vehicle acceleration value being less than a predetermined value. 1. A method for determining an occupant class for a vehicle seat , comprising:obtaining via a first seat weight sensor a first seat weight indication for the vehicle seat, wherein the first seat weight sensor is located on a lateral side of the vehicle seat at a front location on the vehicle seat;obtaining via a second seat weight sensor a second seat weight indication for the vehicle seat, wherein the second seat weight sensor is located on the lateral side of the vehicle seat at a rear location on the vehicle seat;obtaining via a vehicle acceleration sensor a vehicle acceleration value;determining a raw weight on the vehicle seat as twice the sum of the first and second seat weight indications;determining a filtered weight based on the raw weight;determining the occupant class based on the filtered weight in response to the vehicle acceleration value being less than a predetermined value.2. The method recited in claim 1 , further comprising suppressing classification changes in response to the vehicle acceleration value being greater than a predetermined threshold value.3. The method ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM OF ESTIMATING PRODUCE CHARACTERISTICS

Disclosed are various embodiments for a method, system, and apparatus for taking three-dimensional images of produce. The three-dimensional image may be used to estimate the volume and other dimensions of the imaged produce.

MACHINE FOR PROCESSING RECYCLABLE MATERIALS

A machine is provided for processing recyclable materials deposited therein. The machine includes an input adapted to receive a plurality of recyclable material objects deposited therein, a sensor system for sensing and distinguishing the type of recyclable material deposited therein, a weighing member for weighing the recyclable material deposited therein, and a crypto-currency dispensing system for dispensing crypto-currency in an amount corresponding to the type of recyclable material deposited therein and the weight of the recyclable material deposited therein. 1. A machine for processing recyclable materials deposited therein , comprising:a. an input adapted to receive a plurality of recyclable material objects deposited therein;b. a sensor system for sensing and distinguishing the type of recyclable material deposited therein;c. a weighing member for weighing the recyclable material deposited therein; andd. a crypto-currency dispensing system for dispensing crypto-currency in an amount corresponding to the type of recyclable material deposited therein and the weight of the recyclable material deposited therein.2. The machine according to claim 1 , wherein said machine further comprises a code scanning system claim 1 , and the recyclable materials deposited therein further include a scannable code incorporated therein claim 1 , wherein said scannable code encodes data representative of the recyclable material type and weight.3. The machine according to claim 2 , wherein said crypto-currency dispensing machine is linked to said code scanning system and is adapted to dispense crypto-currency based upon said encoded data.4. The machine according to claim 1 , wherein said crypto-currency is distributed in the form of tokens composed of the same material and having the same currency value as the type and weight of the recyclable material deposited therein.5. The machine according to claim 1 , wherein said crypto-currency is distributed electronically to an ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING HEALTH INFORMATION

An electronic device is provided which includes a display, a camera module, an audio module, a sensor module, a radio communication unit, a processor which is electrically connected to the display, the camera module, the audio module, the sensor module, and the radio communication unit, and a memory which is electrically connected to the processor, the memory stores instructions, which when executed by the processor, display at least one electronic questionnaire selected automatically or in response to a user input, analyze at least one health-related information input by a user through the display or acquired by at least one of the camera module, the audio module, the sensor module, and the radio communication unit, reflect the health-related information analysis result in the at least one selected electronic questionnaire, and display on the display the at least one electronic questionnaire in which the at least one health-related information is reflected. 1. An electronic device , comprising:a display;a camera module;an audio module;a sensor module;a radio communication unit;a processor which is electrically connected to the display, the camera module, the audio module, the sensor module, and the radio communication unit; anda memory which is electrically connected to the processor, whereinthe memory stores instructions, which when executed by the processor;display on the display at least one electronic questionnaire selected automatically or in response to a user input,analyze at least one health-related information input by a user through the display or acquired by at least one of the camera module, the audio module, the sensor module, and the radio communication unit,reflect the health-related information analysis result in the at least one selected electronic questionnaire, anddisplay on the display the at least one electronic questionnaire in which the at least one health-related information is reflected.2. The electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the ...

EATING ESTABLISHMENT DESIGNED TO REDUCE WASTE AND IMPROVE CUSTOMER SATISFACTIN AND PROCESSES RELATED THERETO

An eating establishment is designed to reduce waste and increase satisfaction, providing: (a) sections and/or components that establish waste standards for determining food waste, (b) sections and/or components that establish satisfaction standards for determining customer satisfaction, (c) sections and/or components that analyze waste patterns based on the waste standards, and (d) sections and/or components that analyze customer satisfaction based on the satisfaction standards. In addition, the eating establishment might include (e) sections and/or components that develop a plan based on the analysis of waste patterns and customer satisfaction and (f) sections and/or components that implement the plan in one or more locations. 1. An eating establishment designed to reduce waste and increase customer satisfaction , comprising:a waste standards section that develops waste standards for determining food waste,a satisfaction standards section that develops satisfaction standards for determining customer satisfaction,a waste pattern analysis section that analyzes waste patterns based on compliance by the eating establishment with the waste standards, anda customer satisfaction analysis section that analyzes customer satisfaction based on compliance by the eating establishment with the satisfaction standards.2. The eating establishment of wherein the waste standards section comprises a first sensing unit that determines average food waste of the eating establishment and/or other comparable eating establishments by sensing weight claim 1 , size claim 1 , feel and/or the appearance of the food waste over a period of time.3. The eating establishment of wherein the satisfaction standards section comprises a survey unit that conducts one or more customer surveys customer recommendations claim 1 , value of the eating establishment to the customer claim 1 , and/or repeat patronage by the customer.4. The eating establishment of wherein the waste pattern analysis section that ...

Handheld Electronic Luggage Scale

A hand-held electronic luggage scale includes a handle designed to be held generally horizontally, and a hook supported by the handle, which extends generally vertically below the handle. The handle houses an electronic scale, the electronic scale connected to the hook for calculating a weight of an object suspended from the hook. The hook may be metal and have a rubber and/or plastic exterior. A touch screen display may be provided in a top surface of the handle that displays the calculated weight from the electronic scale component. The touch screen display may include an icon representing a virtual control button that controls a user-selectable setting, and provides haptic feedback when the user-selectable setting changes due to a user pressing the virtual control button for a predetermined period of time. The touch screen display may include icons that control power, illumination, units of measurement, and/or other functionality. 120-. (canceled)21. A handheld electronic luggage scale , comprising:a handle;a luggage hook attachment that is centrally located on a bottom surface of the handle, the luggage hook attachment protruding from the bottom surface of the handle in a downward direction, wherein the handle is symmetrically shaped to allow a user to grasp the handle to either or both sides of the luggage hook attachment;a connector housed within the luggage hook attachment with an opening at one end, wherein the one end of the connector is spaced apart from the bottom surface of the handle by the luggage hook attachment so that the user's fingers grasping the handle do not contact the one end of the connector;a curved hook having a diameter sized to be accepted by the opening of the connector such that the curved hook is supported by the connector and extends generally vertically below the handle;an electronic scale housed within the handle, the electronic scale interconnected with the curved hook via the connector for calculating a weight of an object ...

Food scale

A food scale comprising: a weighing surface; a bottom surface on a side of the scale opposite the weighing surface; a first bracket adjustably attachable to the bottom surface, the first bracket comprising a first lip that extends away from the bottom surface; a second bracket adjustably attachable to the bottom surface, the second bracket comprising a second lip that extends away from the bottom surface; where the first and second lips are configured to line up with and abut the sides of a cutting board when the food scale is placed on the cutting board, with the weighing surface facing upward.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR FACILITATING TRAY MANAGEMENT

The present disclosure relates to a method and system for facilitating tray management by determining at least one missing tool from the plurality of tools placed in tray. The tray management system (TMS) is connected to a weighing system to measure combined weight of tools before and after usage of tools. The combined weight of the tools is measured after at least one tool is removed for usage from the tray or placed back in the tray and a weight discrepancy is determined dynamically. Using the weight discrepancy, image sensor captures plurality of video segments. The TMS identifies occurrences of removing at least one tool from the tray and the corresponding occurrence of placing the tool in the tray in video segments and determines missing tool in the tray. The TMS alerts the user about the missing of tools in real time and enables effective tray management. 121-. (canceled)22. A method comprising:receiving, by a processor of a tray management system, at least a first data and a second data associated with a plurality of tools placed in a tray, wherein the first data is obtained before usage of the plurality of tools and the second data is obtained after usage of the plurality of tools;determining, by the processor, a weight discrepancy of the plurality of tools upon receiving the second data, wherein the weight discrepancy is computed as a difference of the first data and the second data;obtaining, by the processor, a plurality of video segments captured by at least one image sensor, wherein each of the plurality of video segments is captured when the weight discrepancy is determined to be above a threshold;identifying, by the processor, at least one missing tool using the plurality of video segments; anddisplaying an alert about the at least one missing tool, the alert comprising an image of the at least one missing tool.23. The method of claim 22 , wherein the capturing of each video segment is continued until the weight discrepancy is determined to be below ...

Digital Locker Delivery System

Techniques are provided for determining, by a sensor, a weight of an item placed in a locker compartment; transmitting, to a locker controller, data indicating the weight of the item placed in the locker compartment; receiving, from the sensor, the data indicating the weight; transmitting the data from the locker controller to a locker manager; receiving, from the locker controller, the data indicating the weight of the item placed in the locker compartment; receiving at the locker manager a reference weight for the item; verifying the weight of the item placed in the locker compartment based at least in part upon the received data and the reference weight for the item placed in the locker compartment; and generating and transmitting a report message indicating whether the item has been delivered to the locker compartment. 1. An apparatus comprising: determine a weight of an item placed in a locker compartment; and', 'transmit, to a locker controller, data indicating the weight of the item placed in the locker compartment;, 'a sensor configured to receive, from the sensor, the data indicating the weight of the item placed in the locker compartment; and', 'in response to receiving, from the sensor, the data indicating the weight of the item placed in the locker compartment, transmit the data indicating the weight of the item placed in the locker compartment to a locker manager; and, 'wherein the locker controller is configured to receive, from the locker controller, the data indicating the weight of the item placed in the locker compartment;', 'receive a reference weight of the item;', 'verify the weight of the item placed in the locker compartment based, at least in part, upon the data indicating the weight of the item placed in the locker compartment and the reference weight of the item; and', 'generate and transmit a report message indicating whether the item has been delivered to the locker compartment., 'wherein the locker manager is configured to2. The ...

Body weight scale with visual notification system and method

An interactive body weight scale is presented. The body weight scale may have computing and data communication ability to track a user's weight by connecting to a number of different electronic devices. The body weight scale is capable of recording an audio message, converting the audio message to message text, and transmitting the message to a remote social network. The scale may also receive message responses from the remote network and play the messages back based on whether a particular message is a positive message. A scale use indicator provides a reminder for a user to use the body weight scale.

FOOD PRODUCT SCALE

A scale includes a weigh station for receiving items to be weighed, an operator interface configured to display information associated with scale operations and a controller operably coupled to the operator interface to effect display of information. The operator interface may be in the form of a touch-screen display that is used to facilitate ease of use and scale adjustment. 126-. (canceled)27. A method of enabling operator transition between viewable screens of a scale operator interface , where the scale includes a weigh station for receiving items to be weighed , and an operator interface configured to display information associated with scale operations , the operator interface comprising a touch-sensitive display , the method comprising:making available multiple primary interface screen views for use by the operator,displaying one of the multiple primary interface screen views on a viewing area of the display;detecting a swiping operation on a surface of the display in order to transition from the one primary interface screen view to a different primary interface screen view.28. The method of wherein the swiping operation is detected within the viewing area of the display.29. The method of wherein the swiping operation is detected outside the viewing area of the display.30. The method of wherein the swiping operation is detected above or below the viewing area of the display and is a horizontal swiping operation.31. The method of wherein the swiping operation is detected alongside the viewing area of the display and is a vertical swiping operation.32. The method of wherein the touch-sensitive display includes a touch-sensitive member with a primary portion that overlies the viewing area and a secondary portion that is external of the viewing area.33. A scale claim 29 , comprising:a weigh station for receiving items to be weighed;an operator interface configured to display information associated with scale operations;a controller operably coupled to the ...

VEHICLE LOAD PREDICTION

An object outside of a vehicle can be detected with vehicle sensor data. A load for the vehicle can be predicted at least in part based on classifying the object. A vehicle component can be actuated based on the predicted load. 1. A method , comprising:detecting an object outside of a vehicle with vehicle sensor data;predicting a load for the vehicle at least in part based on classifying the object; andactuating a vehicle component based on the predicted load.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising claim 1 , based on classifying the object claim 1 , determining whether the vehicle can accept the predicted load.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising specifying a location within a vehicle sensor field of view at which the object is to be detected.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising claim 1 , upon determining that the vehicle cannot accept the predicted load claim 1 , transmitting a message to a user.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising predicting the load according to at least one of a weight and a volume of the object.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising predicting the load based on user data in addition to classifying the object.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the user data includes one or more of a location claim 6 , a destination claim 6 , a load history claim 6 , and a number of user-specified cargo objects.8. The method of claim 1 , further comprising predicting the load in part based on an estimated size of the object.9. The method of claim 1 , further comprising predicting the load in part based on data from a cargo source.10. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sensor data includes at least one of an image claim 1 , LIDAR data claim 1 , weight sensor data claim 1 , and vehicle suspension data.11. A computer comprising a processor and a memory claim 1 , the memory storing instructions executable by the processor to:detect an object outside of a vehicle with vehicle sensor data;predict a load for the vehicle at least ...

SYSTEM FOR ASSOCIATING BAGGAGE WEIGHT DATA TO PASSENGER INFORMATION AUTOMATICALLY

The present invention relates to a system for associating baggage weight data to passenger information automatically by integrating scales weighing passenger baggage at airports to check-in application. The inventive system comprises counter device, scale, integration device, data terminal hardware, wireless network module, data tracking module and server. 2125. A system () according to ; characterized by the counter device () which comprises a suitable interface enabling the counter attendant (K) to input ticket information of passengers and transmits the received ticket information to the server ().31255. A system () according to ; characterized by the counter device () which runs an application enabling to display the data claim 2 , that are transmitted by the server () in accordance with the preferences of the counter attendant (K) transmitted to the server () claim 2 , to the counter attendant (K) by a suitable interface.413. A system () according to ; characterized by the scale () which comprises a data terminal for providing serial transmission in order to carry out transmission of the digital data determined.513. A system () according to ; characterized by the scale () which comprises a data terminal for providing wireless transmission in order to carry out transmission of the digital data determined.61441343. A system () according to ; characterized by the integration device () which comprises the data terminal hardware () that establishes connection with the scale () over a socket using a certain protocol and transmits the received weight data to the data tracking module ().714413. A system () according to ; characterized by the integration device () which comprises the data terminal hardware () that is configured such that it can receive the weight data determined by the scale () by means of wireless connection.814434142. A system () according to ; characterized by the integration device () which comprises the data tracking module () that analyses change ...

ARTICLE RECOGNITION APPARATUS AND ARTICLE RECOGNITION METHOD

According to one embodiment, an article recognition apparatus includes an image interface, a weight interface and a processor. The image interface acquires an image captured by photographing a predetermined place where a plurality of articles are disposed. The processor acquires a first image, acquires a second image after detecting a predetermined event, recognizes an article, based on an image of an article area of an article which is absent in the second image, among article areas extracted from the first image, acquires a registered weight of the recognized article from an article database, and outputs an error if total of the registered weights disagrees with a difference weight between a first weight which a weight scale measures at a time of photographing the first image, and a second weight which the weight scale measures at a time of photographing the second image. 1. A settlement apparatus for commodities , comprising:an image interface configured to acquire an image captured by photographing a predetermined place where a plurality of commodities are disposed;a weight interface configured to acquire a weight of the commodities measured by a weight scale, the weight scale being configured to measure the weight of the commodities disposed at the predetermined place; and acquire a first image through the image interface;', 'acquire a second image through the image interface after detecting a predetermined event;', 'recognize which one or more commodities out of the plurality of commodities have been taken out based on the first and the second image;', 'recognize the commodities that have been taken out;', 'acquire registered weights of the recognized one or more commodities from a commodity database;', 'output an error if a total of the registered weights disagrees with a difference between a first weight which the weight scale measures at a time of photographing the first image, and a second weight which the weight scale measures at a time of photographing ...

WORK STATION FOR MEDICAL DOSE PREPARATION SYSTEM

Embodiments of work stations for use in medical dose preparation management system. A work station may include a camera stand. The camera stand may include a housing enclosing a camera and one or more light sources therein. As such, the camera and light sources may be directed at a medical dose preparation staging region to capture medical dose preparation images of the medical dose preparation staging region. The camera stand may include an adjustable support positionable in a plurality of positions to dispose the camera and light source relative to the medical dose preparation staging region. A base with a removable tray may be provided that include medical receptacle engagement features. The work stations may facilitate improved image quality, efficiency of work flows carried out at the work station, and administrative tasks such as cleaning. 1121-. (canceled)122. A work station for use in a system for medical dose preparation management , the work station comprising:a base having a support platform to support at least one medication receptacle within a medication preparation staging region, and a scale operable to output weight data corresponding to at least one medication receptacle supported on the support platform within the medication preparation staging region;an imaging device having an imaging field encompassing at least a portion of the medication preparation staging region, wherein the imaging device is operable to output image data of at least one medication receptacle supported on the support platform within the medication preparation staging region;a processor in operative communication with the scale to receive the weight data, and in operative communication with the imaging device to receive the image data; and,a memory in operative communication with the processor, wherein a weight and a medical dose preparation image of at least one medication receptacle supported on the support platform within the medication preparation staging region are ...

APPARATUS FOR PARI-MUTUEL RACING GAME WITH FINISH ORDER BETTING

In various embodiments, a device may test the health of race participants in order to ensure the fairness of a bet on an order of finish. 1. (canceled)2. A scale comprisinga plurality of weight sensors;a communications port;a display device; detect a plurality of weight readings from the plurality of weight sensors, each weight sensor being arranged to accommodate a foot of a horse;', 'compute an average weight based on the plurality of weight readings;', 'identify whether the average weight meets a predetermined threshold;', 'render on the display device an indication of an injury of the horse, in response to determining that the average weight does not meet the predetermined threshold; and', 'transmit, via the communication port, the indication of the injury to a server enabled to compute horse racing odds based at least partially on the injury indication., 'at least one processor to3. The scale of claim 2 , wherein a given weight sensor is configured to transmit a weight reading to the at least one processor periodically.4. The scale of claim 2 , wherein a given weight sensor is configured to transmit a weight reading to the at least one processor every sixty seconds.5. The scale of claim 2 , wherein the predetermine threshold is ten percent.6. The scale of claim 2 , wherein the at least one processor is configured to render weight determinations and a percentage of difference between the weight determinations on the display device.7. The scale of claim 2 , wherein a weight reading from a given weight sensor is a function of time.8. A method comprisingdetecting, by at least one processor, a plurality of weight readings from a plurality of weight sensors, each weight sensor being arranged to accommodate a foot of a horse;computing, by the at least one processor, an average weight based on the plurality of weight readings;identifying, by the at least one processor, whether the average weight meets a predetermined threshold;rendering, by the at least one processor, ...

LUGGAGE PROCESSING STATION AND SYSTEM THEREOF

A processing station for registering a piece of passenger's luggage for a trip, wherein the processing station comprises: an injector for receiving the piece of luggage associated with the passenger: at least one sensor associated with the injector, the at least one sensor, in combination with at least the floor of the injector, creating a zone around the piece of luggage; and a controller associated with the sensor being adapted to: monitor, via the at least one sensor, intrusions through the zone to determine one or more of whether a predetermined limit on dimensions of the piece of luggage has been exceeded or whether a foreign object has intruded the zone from outside, and allow further processing of the piece of luggage only if no intrusion of the zone is detected; and wherein the controller adjusts the area of the zone to accommodate different sizes of luggage. 1. A processing station for registering a passenger's luggage for a trip , wherein the processing station comprises:a luggage transportation tub having a first shape, the tub being adapted to receive the luggage associated with the passenger;an injector for receiving the tub with the luggage therein;a group of sensors comprising at least one sensor, the group of sensors associated with the injector, wherein the group of sensors positioned so as to allow an image of the tub with the luggage to be taken; anda controller associated with the group of sensors, the controller being adapted to control the operation of the group of sensors and wherein the controller compares an image taken to a database of predefined tub shapes.2. The luggage processing station of claim 1 , wherein the controller includes pattern recognition software for comparing the image taken to the database of predefined tub shapes.3. The luggage processing station of claim 2 , wherein the pattern recognition software recognises three dimensional tub shapes.4. The luggage processing station of claim 1 , wherein the group of sensors ...

FOODWARE SYSTEM HAVING VISUAL-STIMULATING, SENSING, HEATING, AND WIRELESS-COMMUNICATION COMPONENTS

An active foodware system includes a mechanical structure and provides visual stimuli, heating of food, and wireless communication by having a power source, a visual stimulating component, a heating component, and a wireless communication component. Other components can provide sensing, data processing, as well as auditory and haptic stimuli. The mechanical structure can be a single unit where the components and circuitry are all contained in the unit and protected from water, or can be two units: an upper food surface for receiving food, and an underplate comprising components and circuitry. 1. An active foodware system comprising:a food surface supported by a mechanical structure, said food surface being recessed in relation to a region surrounding said food surface, said food surface recessed for receiving food and preventing spillage from said food surface;a heating component for heating said food;a sensing component for providing sensed data, and for controlling said heating component for maintaining a desired temperature;a wireless communication component for wirelessly communicating said temperature, said sensed data, digital data related to said food, or electrical power; anda visual stimulating component for providing visual stimulation related to said temperature, said sensed data, said digital data, or said electrical power.2. The active foodware system according to claim 1 , wherein said mechanical structure comprises said heating component and said wireless communication component.3. The active foodware system according to claim 1 , wherein said sensing component is for sensing (a) weight claim 1 , position claim 1 , proximity claim 1 , pressure claim 1 , center of mass claim 1 , calories claim 1 , moisture claim 1 , light claim 1 , color claim 1 , reflectivity claim 1 , opacity claim 1 , density claim 1 , temperature claim 1 , velocity claim 1 , or acceleration of said food claim 1 , or (b) a user claim 1 , or (c) an active foodware member of a place ...

SYSTEM FOR ASSISTING THE PERSONALIZED PREPARATION OF INFANT FORMULA INCLUDING A CONNECTED ELECTRONIC SCALE

The invention relates to a computer program executable on a computer (4) for assisting the preparation of infant formula in an infant feeding container using an electronic scale (2) arranged in communication with the computer. The invention also relates to an electronic scale (2) for assisting the preparation of infant formula comprising a communication module (16) arranged to communicate with the computer (4) hosting the computer program. 1. A computer program executable on a computer for assisting the preparation of infant formula in an infant feeding container using an electronic scale arranged in communication with the computer , wherein the computer program is configured to:store at least one personal infant profile comprising information related to an identified infant, pair an infant formula product selected from a plurality of infant formula products with the stored infant profile, andcompute from the pairing of the formula product and stored baby profile, a coaching instruction set by determining preparation information enabling the control of operations of the electronic scale for the preparation of an individual infant formula and intended to be communicated to or be generated by the scale for enabling the scale to control such operations.2. Computer program according to claim 1 , wherein it is configured to determine the water quantity set point and the infant formula quantity set point for enabling the scale to control the weighing of such quantities.3. Computer program according to claim 1 , wherein it is further configured to provide data entry means accessible to the user for acquiring information on the infant profile.4. Computer program according to claim 1 , wherein it is further configured to provide at least one control interface adapted for retrieving claim 1 , e.g. by scanning a code claim 1 , product identification data associated to the infant formula product for identification or authentication of such product to enable the pairing with the ...

CASH REGISTERS AND OTHER CASH HOLDING DEVICES

A method and apparatus for the accurate detection of cash tokens being added and/or removed from a cash register or other cash holding device; that uses pre-knowledge of cash tokens to be added and/or removed from the device; a modified cash tray suspended via a lever mechanism, held in equilibrium against a force transducer; and a processing element to analyse the signal received from the transducer, comparing it against that pre-knowledge, for the purpose of generating or verifying a set of expected cash tokens being added and/or removed from the cash holding device. 14-. (canceled)5: A mechanism to suspend a plurality of cash tokens in a cash drawer on a cantilever or lever , whereby the weight and turning force can be measured by two force transducers positioned at the fulcrum point and at the end of the cantilever or lever respectively.6: A mechanism according to claim 5 , wherein the plurality of cash tokens are stored in a modified cash tray; containing suspended coin holders pivoted at set points along the axis of the cantilever or lever claim 5 , allowing their weight to be applied at a set points along that axis; containing note containers that allow only minute movements along the axis of the cantilever or lever claim 5 , keeping the centre of mass of the contained cash note tokens applied at the central points along that axis in the container.7: A mechanism according to claim 5 , wherein a force transducer is positioned at a fixed point along the axis of the cantilever or lever claim 5 , such that the reactive force applied between the force transducer and cantilever or lever would hold the system in equilibrium; for the purpose of using the pre-knowledge of the distances between the force transducer and fulcrum point claim 5 , and the distances between the fulcrum point and the applied weights of each of the cash token containers along the axis of the cantilever or lever claim 5 , along with a measured signal produced by the force transducer to ...

PRODUCE IDENTIFICATION, WEIGHT, AND CHECKOUT VERIFICATION PROCESSING

Produce items are identified in aisle of a store during a self-shopping session of a shopper and the produce items are associated with a shopping cart of the shopper. A weigh terminal permits produce items to be placed on a weigh plate for weighing in any order selected by the shopper. Each produce item is verified, weight recorded, and price noted in the shopping cart. Discrepancies in produce identification are addressed on checkout and payment for the shopping cart. In an embodiment, aging produce items are identified in aisle or at the weigh terminal, and the shopper is provided a discounted price on such produce items; or availability of aging produce items are communicated to the shopper in aisle during produce identification or at the weigh terminal during produce verification. 1. (canceled)2. A method , comprising:identifying an item placed on a weigh scale;generating an image signature based on a color, a texture, and a shape of the item;matching the image signature to a known item from a plurality of image signatures associated with a plurality of known items; andassociating a weight reported by the weigh scale for the known item;3. The method of claim 2 , wherein identifying further includes capturing an image of the item on the weigh scale.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein capturing further includes receiving the image from a camera of a mobile device operated by a customer associated with purchasing the known item.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein receiving further includes changing camera settings on the mobile device before capturing the image.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein changing the camera settings further includes changing the camera settings associated with auto-exposure mode with illumination turned off to white illumination with fixed exposure and fixed macro focus.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein changing the camera settings further includes instructing the camera to capture the image at a specified distance from the item as an ...

METHOD, APPARATUS AND REFRIGERATOR FOR RECIPE RECOMMENDATION

The present disclosure proposes a recipe recommendation method, a recipe recommendation apparatus, and a refrigerator. The method includes acquiring a freshness of a candidate food material; classifying the candidate food material as a target food material or an inedible food material based on the freshness of the candidate food material; acquiring a candidate recipe corresponding to the target food material to generating a set of candidate recipes; calculating a score for the candidate recipes, the score indicating a degree to which the candidate recipe is recommended; determining a recommended recipe based on the score of the candidate recipe in the set of candidate recipes; and recommending the recommended recipe. 1. A recipe recommendation method , comprising steps of:acquiring a freshness of a candidate food material;classifying the candidate food material as a target food material or an inedible food material based on the freshness of the candidate food material;acquiring a candidate recipe corresponding to the target food material to generate a set of candidate recipes;calculating a score for the candidate recipe, the score indicating a degree to which the candidate recipe is recommended;determining a recommended recipe based on the score of the candidate recipe in the set of candidate recipes; andrecommending the recommended recipe.2. The recipe recommendation method of claim 1 , further comprising classifying the candidate food material having a lower freshness but still edible as the target food material.3. The recipe recommendation method of claim 1 , further comprising recognizing a biological category of the candidate food material.4. The recipe recommendation method of claim 3 , wherein said recognizing the biological category of the candidate food material comprises:acquiring a picture of the candidate food material; andcomparing a feature of the acquired picture of the candidate food material with a feature of a pre-stored food material picture to ...

DEFORMATION DETECTION SENSOR AND PRODUCTION OF THE SAME

The present invention provides a deformation detection sensor which combines a magnetic resin dispersing a magnetic filler in a resin with a magnetic sensor, of which stability of detection property is highly enhanced. The present invention thus provides a deformation detection sensor which comprises: 1. A deformation detection sensor which comprises:a magnetic resin-containing polymer foam which comprises a magnetic resin, in which a magnetic filler is contained, and a polymer foam in which the magnetic resin is included, anda magnetic sensor that detects a magnetic change caused by a deformation of the magnetic resin-containing polymer foam,wherein the magnetic resin has a convex portion on either a surface facing the magnetic sensor or a surface facing opposite to the magnetic sensor.2. The deformation detection sensor according to claim 1 , wherein the convex portion of the magnetic resin is present in a central portion on either a surface facing the magnetic sensor or a surface facing opposite to the magnetic sensor claim 1 , and the central portion of the magnetic resin has a thickness thicker than the peripheral portion thereof.3. The deformation detection sensor according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , assuming that a short side of a cross section including the convex portion of the magnetic resin is Land a long side is L claim 1 , when the convex portion is present on the surface facing the magnetic sensor claim 1 , a relation of 0.5≦L/L<1 is satisfied and claim 1 , when the convex portion of the magnetic resin is present on the surface facing opposite to the magnetic sensor claim 1 , a relation of 0.3≦L/L≦0.9 is satisfied.4. The deformation detection sensor according to claim 1 , wherein the cross section of the magnetic resin including the convex portion has a trapezoid shape.5. The deformation detection sensor according to claim 1 , wherein the magnetic resin-containing polymer foam is a cushion pad for a vehicle and the deformation to be detected occurs ...

QUANTITATIVE DOCUMENT TAMPERING PROTECTION AND MONITORING SYSTEM UTILIZING WEIGHT AND VIDEO

A security system for quantitatively verifying a condition of items in a special collections inventory includes a scale in connection with an index of special collection items. Every item in the index has a unique weight within a collection. The scale takes a current weight measurement of a special collections item and automatically reports the current weight measurement to the computing device hosting the index. Using the current weight measurement, the index is searched for a given item by comparing the current weight measurement with a set of indexed reference weights. In response to a match being detected between the current weight measurement and a reference weight among the set of indexed reference weights, a physical condition of the given item—corresponding with the reference weight—is verified as being intact. In response to no match being detected between the current weight measurement and the set of indexed reference weights, an alarm event triggers indicating that the special collections item has been tampered with. 1. A security system for quantitatively verifying a condition of items in a special collections inventory made available for consultation , the system comprising:a scale in connection with an index of special collection items stored on a computing device in communication with the scale, the scale for taking a current weight measurement of a special collections item and automatically reporting the current weight measurement to the computing device; accessing the index of special collections items, wherein every item in the index has a unique weight within a collection;', 'using the current weight measurement, searching the index for a given item by comparing the current weight measurement with a set of indexed reference weights;', 'in response to a match between the current weight measurement and a reference weight among the set of indexed reference weights, identifying the given item corresponding with the reference weight and verifying a ...

WEIGHING PLATFORM AND A WEIGHING SYSTEM FOR DYNAMICALLY WEIGHING A FLOW OF ITEMS

This invention relates to a weighing platform and a weighing system including such a weighing platform for dynamically weighing a flow of items while being conveyed over the weighing platform. The weighing platform includes one or more load sensors used in conjunction with two or more flat weighing sections adapted to be placed on the load sensors. A first support connects the adjacent ends of the two or more flat weighing sections so as to form a continuous 2-dimensional planar surface there between. A second support maintains the distal ends of the two or more weighing sections, when connected together via the first support, at fixed height so as to create a zero weighing sensitivity at the distal ends. 1. A weighing platform adapted to be used in a weighing system for dynamically weighing a flow of items , the weighing platform comprising:at least one load sensor,at least two flat weighing sections adapted to be placed on said at least one load sensor,first supporting means for connecting or supporting said at least two flat weighing sections such that adjacent ends of said at least two flat weighing sections are aligned within the same plane such that said two flat weighing sections form a 2-dimensional planar surface, andsecond supporting means for maintaining distal ends of said at least two flat weighing sections, when connected or supported via said first supporting means, at fixed height so as to create a zero weighing sensitivity at said distal ends.2. A weighing platform according to claim 1 , wherein said at least two flat weighing sections comprise multiple of elongated beams arranged parallel to the conveying direction of said items.3. A weighing platform according to claim 1 , wherein said at least two flat weighing sections comprise multiple of elongated beams arranged parallel to the conveying direction of said items claim 1 , wherein at said adjacent ends of the at least two flat weighing sections the ends of the beams interleave or interlace at ...

PERSONAL HEALTH MANAGEMENT DEVICE, METHOD AND SYSTEM

The present invention generally provides personal health management devices, and corresponding systems and methods. The personal health management device generally include an electronic controller and at least one memory device which cooperate to store at least temporarily weight management data for managing the weight of at least one user, such as a user's weight, a user's body fat percentage, exercise data, food consumption data, or a combination thereof, obtained from at least one component for obtaining such data, such as a keypad, a body fat percentage sensor for measuring a user's body fat percentage, a scale for measuring a user's weight, an exercise machine, a food scale, etc, and a communications unit for communicating the data obtained to a healthcare provider for monitoring progress with respect to a weight management program over a communications network. 1an electronic controller and at least one memory device which cooperate to store at least temporarily weight management data for use in managing weight of at least one user obtained from at least one component for obtaining such data; anda communications unit for communicating the weight management data obtained to a healthcare provider for monitoring progress with respect to a weight management program over a network.. A first personal health management device comprising: This application is a continuation of application Ser. No. 10/913,140, titled PERSONAL HEALTH MANAGEMENT DEVICE, METHOD AND SYSTEM, which was filed on Aug. 6, 2004, and claims the priority of application Ser. No. 60/493,904, titled PERSONAL HEALTH MANAGEMENT DEVICE, METHOD AND SYSTEM, which was filed on Aug. 7, 2003, the disclosures of both of which are incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.The present invention relates generally to an interactive weight management device, method and system. This application incorporates by reference the entire disclosures of application Ser. No. 09/975,097, titled MEDICAL MONITORING ...

NETWORK-CONNECTED SCALE FOR E-COMMERCE AND AUTOMATED REORDERING

Apparatus and associated methods relate to an automatic ordering method including a network-connected machine-readable code scanner identifying a product, and a network-connected weigh scale identifying a current weight of the product, the method further triggering an automatic order process when the current weight crosses a predetermined threshold. In an illustrative example, the automatic order process may send a signal to a user's network-connected personal device containing a notification that the products current weight has crossed the predetermined threshold. The user may be presented one or more options, for example, regarding product purchase. In some examples, user setup selections may provide input to a function that determines the predetermined weight threshold. Various examples may include a network server. Online merchants providing online ordering of the product may also connect to the network server, for example. Various automatic ordering methods may advantageously facilitate and/or promote just-in-time delivery of consumable products. 1. An automatic ordering apparatus comprising:a processor configurable to be operably coupled to an external network;a machine-readable code scanner (MRCS) operably coupled to the processor and configured to capture product identifying information associated with a product container;a force sensor operably coupled to the processor and adapted to output a force signal representative of a level of contents within the product container; receiving, via the MRCS, the captured product identifying information for the product container;', 'sending an electronic request message to a product information database to access information associated with the received identifying information;', 'receive, from the force sensor, the force signal representative of the current level of contents within the product container;', 'retrieve a predetermined threshold for the level of contents within the product container;', 'compare the current ...

VENDING MACHINE AND VENDING METHOD AND VENDING SYSTEM THEREFOR

A vending machine () and a vending method and vending system () therefor, the vending machine () comprising a machine body (), a door body (), and at least one layer of shelves () and a weighing device () that are installed inside the machine body (). The vending method comprises: collecting the weight of products on a shelf before and after vending (S); calculating the difference of the change between the weight of the products on the shelf before vending and the weight of the products on the shelf after vending (S); and if the difference of the change is less than a first weight change threshold, issuing an alarm prompt (S), wherein the first weight change threshold is less than or equal to zero. Using the present invention may promptly determine the misplacement and replacement of the products without relying on an RFID tag. 1. A vending method for a vending machine , the vending machine including a machine body , a door body , at least one shelf installed inside the machine body and a weighing device , and the vending method comprising:acquiring a weight of a product on the shelf before and after a vending operation; andissuing an alarm prompt in response that it is determined that a weight change is less than a first weight change threshold, wherein the weight change is a difference between the weight of the product on the shelf before vending operation and the weight of the product on the shelf after vending operation, and the first weight change threshold being less than or equal to zero.2. The vending method according to claim 1 , wherein the vending machine further includes an imaging device claim 1 , and the vending method further comprises:capturing images of the product on the shelf before and after the vending operation; andissuing an alarm prompt in response to that it is determined according to the images before and after the vending operation that the product on the shelf increases.3. The vending method according to claim 2 , comprising:determining ...

LOWER SEAT ASSEMBLY FOR A VEHICLE SEAT

Lower seat assembly for a vehicle seat, including a compressible cushion, with an upper face for supporting a seat occupant, and a lower face, such that the cushion is compressed when a load is applied on the upper face by an occupant. The lower seat assembly further includes a cushion supporting element, disposed below the cushion for supporting the cushion, and at least one sensing device comprising a proximity sensor, configured to sense a distance to a proximity sensor target facing the sensor. Either the sensor or the target is fixed to the lower face of the cushion, and the other one is fixed to the cushion supporting element. The lower face bends when the cushion is compressed and generates a relative movement between the sensor and the target, and the sensing device is configured to derive a weight class of an occupant from the distance between the sensor and the target. 1. Lower seat assembly for a vehicle seat , comprising:a cushion with an upper face for supporting a seat occupant, said cushion being made of a compressible material such that the cushion is compressed when a load is applied on the upper face by an occupant;at least one sensing device comprising a proximity sensor and a proximity sensor target, the proximity sensor being configured to sense a distance to said proximity sensor target facing the proximity sensor in a substantially vertical direction;wherein at least one of the proximity sensor or the proximity sensor target is fixed generally to the cushion; wherein the compression of the cushion generates a relative movement between the proximity sensor and the proximity sensor target; andwherein the sensing device is configured to derive a signal indicative of an occupancy from said relative movement and/or the distance between the proximity sensor and the proximity sensor target.2. Lower seat assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said signal indicative of an occupancy is a weight class of an occupant.3. Lower seat assembly according to ...

DIMENSION MEASUREMENT APPARATUS

In one embodiment, a dimension measurement apparatus has a camera a processing device. The processing device acquires a distance image of an object to be measured which is to be generated by the camera. The processing device divides the distance image into an X coordinate image, a Y coordinate image, and a Z coordinate image, removes a coordinate point not corresponding to one reference surface of the object to be measured, in the respective coordinate images, and detects coordinate images of the reference surface corresponding to the reference surface. 1. A dimension measurement apparatus , comprising:a camera which photographs an object to be measured to generate a distance image of the object to be measured; anda processing device which generates dimension data indicating a length, a width, and a height of the object to be measured, based on the distance image generated by the camera;the processing device having a memory to store a control program for generating the dimension data and a controller;the controller executing the control program,to acquire the distance image of the object to be measured,to divide the acquired distance image into an X coordinate image, a Y coordinate image, and a Z coordinate image in a three-dimensional space,to remove a coordinate point not corresponding to one reference surface of the object to be measured, in the respective divided X coordinate image, Y coordinate image, and Z coordinate image, to detect an X coordinate image, a Y coordinate image, and a Z coordinate image of the reference surface, andto generate the dimension data indicating the length, the width, and the height of the object to be measured, based on the respective detected coordinate images of the reference surface.2. The dimension measurement apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein:the controller performs an X coordinate image processing which removes an X coordinate point in a range not corresponding to the reference surface from the divided X coordinate ...

Passenger's weight measurement device for vehicle seat

A passenger's weight measurement device for a vehicle seat includes an upper rail provided on a lower rail that is fixable to a vehicle floor, the upper rail being movable in at least one of rear and front directions; a load sensor fixed onto the upper rail; and a frame provided on the load sensor and below the vehicle seat. In plan view, the load sensor protrudes from the frame in at least one of left and right directions.

AUTOMATED WALL BED

An automated wall bed comprises a movable support defining opposite lateral sides and head and foot ends for supporting a mattress thereon, A movement imparting device provides for moving the movable support between a folded up position and a folded down position. A bracket assembly is mounted to each later side of the movable support and in communication with the movement imparting device and comprises a strength-adjustment device comprising springs for storing mechanical energy. When moving the movable support between the folded up and folded down positions, the strength-adjustment device provides mechanical energy to the movement imparting device, thereby providing for less mechanical energy to be used by the movement imparting device. A sensor provides for sensing a predetermined weight on the mattress. A controller is in communication with the movement imparting device and the sensor for receiving the weight amount detected by the sensor and for controlling the movement imparting device based on the detected weight, The controller provides for stopping the movement imparting device from moving the movable support from the folded down position to the folded up position when the predetermined weight is detected. 1. An automated wall bed comprising:a movable support defining opposite lateral sides and head and foot ends for supporting a mattress thereon;a movement imparting device for moving the movable support between a folded up position and an folded down position;a bracket assembly mounted to each lateral side of the movable support and in communication with the movement imparting device, the bracket assembly comprising a strength-adjustment device comprising springs for storing mechanical energy,wherein when moving the movable support between the folded up and folded down positions, the strength-adjustment device provides mechanical energy to the movement imparting device, thereby providing for less mechanical energy to be used by the movement imparting ...

SUCCESSIVE TARE SCALE SYSTEM AND METHOD

This disclosure relates to a system configured to determine masses, weights, and/or other quantities of individual ingredients added to a food dish during preparation. At least some of the components of the system may be configured to be used in a food preparation area. The system may include a scale, a client computing device, external resources, and/or other components. The system may be configured to weigh and/or determine the mass of individual ingredients of the dish as the ingredients are added to the dish. The system may be configured to determine the individual mass and/or weight of each ingredient based on the masses and/or weights of individual ingredients previously added to the dish and/or a current mass and/or weight of the dish as a given ingredient is added. 1. A method comprising:providing a recipe from a storage device to a client-computing device, the recipe comprising at least one ingredient and a first instruction;generating, by a scale, an output signal conveying information related to a mass of the at least one ingredient added to a container;comparing the information related to the mass of the at least one ingredient to the first instruction;outputting compliance with the first instruction to the user interface;providing a second instruction to the client-computing device; andwirelessly transmitting information regarding the second instruction from an external resource to the client-computing device.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the computing device comprises a user interface and the second instruction is provided on the user interface.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprisinggenerating a second output signal to the external resource from the client-computing device related to the second instruction.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the second output signal is wirelessly communicated to the external resource from the computing device.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the wireless communication is at least one of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. ...

RELOCATABLE/REPLACEABLE PAD FOR ACCURATE VEHICLE OCCUPANT WEIGHT MEASUREMENT

The specification and drawings present a new apparatus and method for providing an accurate and convenient weighing of a vehicle occupant using a relocatable/replaceable multi-purpose on-board vehicle occupant weighing (REMBOW) methodology including a REMBOW pad mounted on a REMBOW seat frame in a vehicle to improve safe engagement of an air bag as well as raising and monitoring possible health related issues of the vehicle occupant(s). The occupant weighing can be performed, using, as a non-limiting example, a kemoder elimination of a separate occupant's feet weighing (KEF) technology, where kemoder is a key element for moderating of an accuracy and convenience of an occupant weighing (i.e., a weighing moderator) and for starting a measuring process. 1. A relocatable/replaceable multi-purpose on-board vehicle occupant weighing (REMBOW) pad for occupant weighing in a vehicle , the REMBOW pad comprising:a lower frame detachably mounted on a sliding portion of a REMBOW seat frame;a weighing unit having corresponding components and optimized for a predefined weighting range, configured to provide a weight signal indicative of a weight of an occupant of the vehicle sitting on the REMBOW pad for generating a measured weight signal indicative of a measured weight of the occupant in order to secure a safe use of a corresponding air bag; andan upper frame comprising a seat cushion to cover parts of the REMBOW pad.2. The REMBOW pad of claim 1 , wherein the occupant weighing is performed using a kemoder elimination of a separate occupant's feet weighing (KEF) technology claim 1 , where the kemoder is a key element for moderating (a weighing moderator) of accuracy and convenience of weighing and for generating a starting signal for measuring process.3. The REMBOW pad of claim 1 , further comprising a transceiver for providing communications claim 1 , using wireless or wired connection claim 1 , between the REMBOW pad and components/devices outside of the REMBOW pad in the ...

Electronic Weighing Scales With User-Configurable Check Weigh Function and Methods of Using the Same

Electronic weighing scales with check weigh functionality that include user interfaces and programming capability that are designed for both ease of use and configurability. In some examples, electronic weighing scales include check weigh memory buttons configured for one-touch programming that can be used for quickly and easily storing and recalling a target weight. In some examples, electronic weighing scales include check weigh visual indicators designed and configured to conspicuously display a result of a check weigh function weight comparison.

INVENTORY SENSOR

An inventory sensor for monitoring the inventory status at one or more retail shelves. The inventory sensor may comprise a mat and a plurality of opposing contact pairs. The mat is adapted to be disposed on a retail shelf with a forward edge of the mat facing the front of the retail shelf. The plurality of opposing contact pairs are arranged into a plurality of regions within the mat, the regions being arranged forward to aft in the mat with the first region being disposed along the forward edge of the mat and subsequent regions being disposed sequentially further aft from said first region. The contact pairs are biased open and the closing of an opposing contact pair produces results in the production of an electrical signal associated with the closed opposing contact pair. A controller monitors the mat to determine retail item footprints. 1. An inventory sensor comprising:a plurality of first conductive elements, each disposed in a first layer and connected to an electrical supply line;a plurality of second conductive elements, each disposed in a second layer and aligned such that each second conductive element opposes one of the plurality of first conductive elements, each second conductive element connected to a unique electrical return line;wherein each of said plurality of first conductive elements are adapted to move into contact with the respective opposing second conductive element when force is applied to said first conductive element in the direction of second conductive element; andwherein said electrical supply line and said unique electrical return line for each of said plurality of second conductive elements are connected to a controller which monitors each unique electrical return line to determine a footprint associated with a retail item placed on said inventory sensor, and wherein said controller compares the determined footprint to a database of stored retail item footprints to identify the retail item placed on said inventory sensor.2. The ...

Unattended Occupant Alarm Assembly

An unattended occupant alarm assembly for inhibiting an occupant from being left unattended in a vehicle includes a triggering unit that is positioned on a car seat. In this way the triggering unit can be engaged by an occupant when the occupant sits in the car seat. A display unit is positioned within the vehicle such that the display unit is visible to the driver. The display unit displays alert indicia comprising the words “baby safe” when the display unit is turned on. The display unit is in communication with the trigger unit and the display unit is turned on when the triggering unit is engaged by the occupant. In this way the display unit inhibits the driver from leaving the occupant unattended.

Stock level indication apparatus and method

In some embodiments, apparatuses and methods are provided herein useful to provide a visual indication of a weight of products stocked on a display assembly, such as a shelf of a shelving unit. The visual indication is provided by virtue of the display assembly having a product support member that sequentially flattens as additional weight is added thereto. A laser device can be mounted proximate to the assembly and oriented to determine a distance to the product support member and a control circuit can be configured to receive the distance and analyze the distance to determine a deflection of the product support member to determine a current stock level.

INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD, AND PROGRAM

An information processing apparatus () includes a computation unit (), a selection unit (), and a processing unit (). The computation unit () analyzes a sensing result acquired by sensing a vehicle running on a road, and thereby computes the number of occupants in the vehicle and a certainty factor of the number of the occupants. As one example, the computation unit () computes reliability in the case of determining that a person exists related to each seat of the vehicle, and uses the reliability for each seat to compute a certainty factor related to each possible number as the number of the occupants in the vehicle. The selection unit () selects a sensing result with the computed certainty factor of the number of occupants which does not satisfy a predetermined criterion as an analysis result. The processing unit () allows the sensing result selected by the selection unit () to be in the state of being distinguishable from the other sensing results. 1. An information processing apparatus comprising:a computation unit that analyzes a sensing result acquired by sensing a vehicle running on a road, and thereby computing the number of occupants in the vehicle and a certainty factor of the number of the occupants;a selection unit that selects the sensing result with the computed certainty factor of the number of occupants which does not satisfy a predetermined criterion as an analysis result; anda processing unit that allows the sensing result selected by the selection unit to be in a state of being distinguishable from the other sensing result, whereinthe computation unitcomputes reliability in a case in which it is determined that a person exists on each seat of the vehicle, andcomputes a certainty factor related to each case of the possible number of the occupants in the vehicle using the reliability for each seat.2. The information processing apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe computation unit computes the reliability for each seat using a plurality of ...

VENDING DEVICE WITH INTEGRATED INVENTORY MONITORING

A vending device has at least one display area and an evaluator. The display area is formed by a rigid body, and has at least two, spatially-separated product areas, the rigid body of the display area being held by force transmission areas of at least two weighing cells. The evaluator is configured to, at periodic intervals or when a total weight detected by the at least two weighing cells changes: determine new coordinates of a center of gravity from data of the weighing cells, and transmit the new coordinates to a controller. The controller is configured to: determine a product area within the display area based upon changes in the coordinates of the center of gravity, determine, from the change in a total weight, the weight of goods removed from or added to the determined product area, and update an inventory, stored in a memory, for the product.

AUTOMATED SHOPPING EXPERIENCE USING CASHIER-LESS SYSTEMS

Disclosed is a method of predicting shopping events. The method includes obtaining a first set of events from a sensor and a second set of events from a camera, wherein the camera captures one or more users in front of a shelf unit; determining whether a first timestamp from the obtained first set of events and a second timestamp from the obtained second set of events are within a same time interval; determining whether a first bin number matches a second bin number based on a determination that the first timestamp and the second timestamp are within the same time interval; and generating a shopping event for a user based on a determination that the first bin number matches the second bin number, wherein the user is associated with at least one of the obtained first set of events and the second set of events. 1. A method of predicting shopping events , comprising:obtaining a first set of events from a sensor and a second set of events from a camera, wherein the camera captures one or more users in front of a shelf unit;determining whether a first timestamp from the obtained first set of events and a second timestamp from the obtained second set of events are within a same time interval;determining whether a first bin number matches a second bin number based on a determination that the first timestamp and the second timestamp are within the same time interval; andgenerating a shopping event for a user based on a determination that the first bin number matches the second bin number, wherein the user is associated with at least one of the obtained first set of events and the second set of events.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first set of events comprises at least one of the first timestamp claim 1 , a first bin number claim 1 , a measurement value claim 1 , an event indicating a measurement value increase claim 1 , or an event indicating a measurement value decrease claim 1 , wherein the second set of events comprise at least one of the second timestamp claim ...

Display of Automatically Recorded Fishing Statistics

Various implementations described herein are directed to a computer-readable medium having stored thereon computer-executable instructions. The instructions may cause the computer to receive fishing statistics from a wearable electronic device. The fishing statistics may have been automatically recorded during a fishing trip. The instructions may cause the computer to display the fishing statistics on an electronic display.

METHOD FOR VALIDATING AIRCRAFT TAKE-OFF WEIGHT INDEPENDENT OF MEASURING THE AIRCRAFT WEIGHT

A method for validating or invalidating the computed weight of an aircraft, where the computed weight of the aircraft is determined by compiling various weight assumptions added to a known empty weight of the aircraft. The method measures the aircraft center of gravity, determines the percentage of computed weight supported by the combined main landing gear struts and the nose landing gear strut, and using a database such as a look-up table to validate if the percentage of computed weight is determined within a reasonable range to the measured load on the combined main landing gear struts and the nose landing gear strut. Sensors are attached to the landing gear struts, so to measure and monitor aircraft and center of gravity without measuring the aircraft weight. 1. A method of preparing an aircraft for take-off , the aircraft comprising main landing gear struts and a nose landing gear strut , the aircraft having a center of gravity , comprising the steps of:a. Loading passengers and baggage on the aircraft;b. Compiling, a planned take-off weight of the aircraft from assumptions of the weight of the passengers and baggage;c. Measuring the aircraft load supported by the main landing gear struts and the nose landing gear strut;d. Determining the aircraft center of gravity as a percentage of aircraft load supported by the combined main landing gear struts, from the measured aircraft load supported by the main landing gear struts and the nose landing gear strut;e. Applying the aircraft center of gravity percentage of load supported by the combined main landing gear struts to the planned aircraft take-off weight, to further determine the amount of the planned take-off weight supported by the nose landing gear strut;f. Determining from calibration data and the measured aircraft loads applied to the main landing gear strut an associated aircraft weight supported by the main land gear struts;g. Determining from calibration data and the measured aircraft loads applied to the ...

PORTION CONTROL DEVICE

An adjustable portion control device is disclosed. The portion control device can be comprised of a portion container with a circular interior, a circular rotating platform, and a measurement indicator located upon the portion container. The rotating platform is lowered within the portion control container to an adjustable target weight indicated by the measurement indicator for providing an appropriate amount of food for that target weight. 1. An adjustable portion control device comprised of a portion container with a circular interior and a circular rotating platform ,wherein the portion container is further comprised of a measurement indicator located either on the inside or on the outside of the portion container,and wherein the rotating platform is capable of being seated within the portion control container at adjustable depths indicated by the measurement indicator.2. An adjustable portion control device according to claim 1 , wherein the measurement indicator shows a plurality of weights or weight ranges across a range of target or maintenance weights.3. An adjustable portion control device according to claim 1 , wherein the measurement indicator contains a series of likely target or maintenance weights or weight ranges claim 1 , and wherein the weights or weight ranges are in either pounds or kilograms.4. An adjustable portion control device according to claim 1 , wherein the range of weight or weights are between about 100 pounds and about 210 pounds.5. An adjustable portion control device according to claim 1 , wherein the portion container is further comprised of a circular bottom claim 1 , a circular container wall attached to the circular bottom at the bottom of the container wall claim 1 , and a handle extending from the container wall.6. An adjustable portion control device according to claim 1 , wherein the portion container is further comprised of a circular container wail and wherein the container wall is further comprised of a set of at least ...

Detection of fraud for access control via facial recognition

A fraud detection method for access control via facial recognition, wherein the following are carried out in the region of a zone where the access control is verified for an individual presenting in the region of the zone: a measure of the weight of the individual, at least one weight sensor being provided on the ground for this purpose; an estimation of the weight of the individual by processing by a computer unit of an image acquired of the face of an individual presenting at the access control; a comparison by the computer unit between the estimated weight and the measured weight and wherein the computer unit triggers or not the sending of a fraud detection signal as a function of the result of this comparison.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR IDENTIFYING PRODUCT PURCHASED BY USER AND INTELLIGENT SHELF SYSTEM

The present disclosure provides a method and device for identifying a product purchased by a user and intelligent shelf system. The method includes acquiring a weight of products carried in a container, acquiring a first monitoring image acquired in a monitoring area corresponding to the container, identifying the first monitoring image, and obtaining an identification result, wherein the identification result comprises user identity information when it is determined that the weight of the products is reduced, acquiring a time when at least one product carried in the container is picked up, and determining information of at least one picked-up product, obtaining the user identity information corresponding to the at least one picked-up product, and associating the user identity information with the information of the at least one picked-up product. 1. A method for identifying a product purchased by a user , comprising:acquiring a weight of products carried in a container;acquiring a first monitoring image acquired in a monitoring area corresponding to the container, identifying the first monitoring image, and obtaining an identification result, wherein the identification result comprises user identity information;when it is determined that the weight of the products is reduced, acquiring a time when at least one product carried in the container is picked up, and determining information of at least one picked-up product based on a change value of the weight of the products and an association relationship between the container and the products; andobtaining user identity information corresponding to the at least one picked-up product based on the time when the at least one product carried in the container is picked up and the identification result, and associating the user identity information with the information of the at least one picked-up product.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the obtaining user identity information corresponding to the at least one ...

Wearable device for fishing

Various implementations described herein are directed to a wearable device used to record fishing data. The wearable device may include a housing. The housing may include a sensor or sensors to detect motion. The housing may include a computer system with a processor and memory. The memory may have a plurality of executable instructions. When the executable instructions are executed by the processor, the processor may receive motion data from the sensor or sensors and determine whether a cast has been made.

SMARTPHONE-BASED VEHICLE CONTROL METHOD TO AVOID COLLISIONS

Vehicular control method to avoid collisions in which a smartphone is coupled to the vehicle while in a vehicular compartment. Data is generated from vehicle-resident sensors about operation of the vehicle and transferred from the vehicle to the smartphone while the smartphone is coupled to the vehicle. A communications network with another vehicle is established using the smartphone and the data transferred from the vehicle to the smartphone and data from sensors on the smartphone is transmitted via the smartphone and established communications network to other vehicle, the data including data about location and movement of the vehicle. Then, while the smartphone is coupled to the vehicle, a vehicular operational function is controlled based in part on data transmitted using the smartphone and established communications network to cause movement of the vehicle to change in order to avoid a collision with the other vehicle. 1. A method for vehicular control to avoid collisions , comprising:coupling a smartphone to the vehicle while the smartphone is in a compartment defined by the vehicle, the smartphone being usable for voice and data communications independent of the vehicle when outside of the compartment defined by the vehicle;causing data to be generated from one or more vehicle-resident sensors about operation of the vehicle while the smartphone is coupled to the vehicle;causing the data generated by the vehicle-resident sensors to be transferred from the vehicle to the smartphone while the smartphone is coupled to the vehicle;establishing a communications network with at least one other vehicle using the smartphone and transmitting via the smartphone and established communications network, the data transferred from the vehicle to the smartphone while the smartphone is coupled to the vehicle and data from at least one sensor on the smartphone, to the at least one other vehicle, the data including data about location and movement of the vehicle; andcontrolling, ...

CONCENTRATE PROFILE AND LABELING

Methods and systems for quantifying a variety of cannabis concentrate attributes relating to potency of a cannabis derivative product are disclosed. The methods and systems further generate a standard index rating to be affixed to a label for a cannabis concentrates and/or cannabis-infused products. The methods and systems include an extractor network, a product labeling system, and a user device coupled via a communication network. The product labeling system operable to analyze a cannabis product and receive additional input from a user application and store information relating to a cannabis product for consumers to review. 1. A method of potency labeling for cannabis products , the method comprising:receiving cannabis concentrate data regarding a cannabis product, the cannabis concentrate data sent to a product labeling system;receiving a weight of the cannabis product at an index analytics module;executing an index calculation algorithm of an index analytics module to obtain an index rating, wherein the index rating is based on the cannabis concentrate data and the weight of the cannabis product; andgenerating a label reflecting the index rating, wherein the generated label is configured to affix to the cannabis product.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein executing the index calculation algorithm includes calculating an average unit weight based on the weight of the cannabis product and the cannabis concentrate data.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein executing the index calculation algorithm includes calculating a cannabinoid potency based on the average weight unit claim 2 , wherein the generated label further reflects the calculated cannabinoid potency.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising correlating the cannabinoid potency to results of an empirical test.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising verifying the index rating by:analyzing the cannabis product to determine a cannabinoid concentration;comparing the cannabinoid content to the index ...

SCALE AND SCANNER SYSTEM

A scale and scanner system includes a controller to control operation of the scale and scanner system. A scale calibration parameter memory for storing scale calibration parameters is coupleable to the controller. A scanning module and a scale module are coupleable to the controller. When the controller is not coupled to the scanning module or scale module, the scale calibration parameter memory remains in the system. 1. (canceled)2. A system , comprising:a controller board comprising a processing unit and a first memory;the first memory comprising scale calibration values for a scale;a scale calibration memory coupleable to the controller board and separate from the controller board, wherein the scale calibration memory comprises the scale calibration values;the scale coupleable to the processing unit of the controller board;wherein the processing unit is to perform scale calibration of the scale using the scale calibration values of the scale calibration memory after the controller board is removed from the system and returned to the system with the first memory having lost the scale calibration values upon removal from the system.3. The system of further comprising a scale cable for the scale claim 2 , wherein the scale cable comprises the scale calibration memory.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the scale comprises the scale calibration memory.5. The system of claim 2 , wherein the processing unit is to reload the scale calibration values from the scale calibration memory into the first memory when the controller board is re-coupled to the system after being decoupled.6. The system of further comprising claim 2 , a scanner coupleable to the processing unit of the controller board.7. The system of claim 6 , wherein the scanner is rotatable within the system to pivot for servicing without removing the scanner from the system.8. The system of claim 7 , wherein the scanner comprises a vertical optical scanner and a horizontal optical scanner.9. The system of claim ...

AUTOMATED PASSENGER COUNTER SYSTEMS AND METHODS

APC systems and methods using vehicle mass to assess boardings and alightings of passengers on transit vehicles (e.g., buses). Vehicle mass is determined based on signaled information indicative of a pressure in one or more air bag circuits of an air ride suspension system of the vehicle. In some embodiments, pressure information from three air bag circuits of the vehicle are monitored and reviewed to determine vehicle mass. The passenger count can be estimated based on determined vehicle mass by an Additional Mass Method or an Event-Based Method for example. 1. A computer-implemented method for estimating vehicle passenger count , the method comprising:identifying occurrence of a first ridership change episode; andestimating a first passenger count of the vehicle at a conclusion of the first ridership change episode based upon at least one sensed parameter indicative of vehicle mass.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle includes an air ride suspension system having a first air bag circuit claim 1 , and further wherein the step of estimating includes:reviewing a signal from a sensor associated with the first air bag circuit, the signal being indicative of a current pressure in the first air bag circuit.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the step of estimating includes determining the vehicle mass at a conclusion of the first ridership change episode as a function of the current air pressure of the first air bag circuit at a time of the conclusion of the first ridership change episode.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the step of estimating further includes comparing the vehicle mass with an unloaded vehicle mass.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the step of estimating further includes establishing an estimated passenger count at the conclusion of the first ridership change episode as a function of the determined vehicle mass claim 4 , the unloaded vehicle mass claim 4 , and a constant representative of an average passenger mass.6. The method of claim 3 , ...

A METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PROVIDING INFORMATION FROM SMART CONTAINERS

A method for processing information from smart containers for use by trading systems comprises passing sensor data through a model in which it is converted into a standard form, in an accessible location, from which it can be consumed. 1. A waste content predictive system comprising a receiver of data from a plurality of smart containers , a processor for applying one or more models to the data so as to transform the data into a standard format so it can be shared; and an output for sharing the transformed data.2. A system according to claim 1 , wherein the model takes bin fullness at the time of emptying or weight of the contents of the bin at the time of emptying and configured to predict the types and amounts of content of each bin.3. A system according to claim 1 , wherein the model takes a type of waste each bin is designated to receive and predicts the types and amounts of content of each bin.4. A system according to claim 1 , wherein the processor is configured to add content to the transformed data.5. A system according to claim 4 , wherein the added content is received by the processor.6. A system according to claim 4 , wherein the added content comprises information obtained from places at which the waste is transported subsequent to collection from each respective container.7. A system according to claim 4 , wherein the added content comprises information added at a later point in time than the time at which data is received from a respective one or more of the containers.8. A system according to claim 4 , wherein the added information relates to combining of collected waste from a plurality of containers.9. A system according to claim 4 , wherein the added content comprises information related to subsequent handling of the waste collected from each respective container.10. A system according to claim 1 , wherein the output stores the transformed data for access by another system.11. A system according to claim 1 , wherein the model is adapted by ...

SETTLEMENT DEVICE

A settlement device includes a packing unit located near a reading unit to pack a commodity, a symbol of which is read by a reading unit, a measuring unit to measure the packed commodity, a light emitting unit, determining means for determining, using data of weight measured, whether the commodity, the symbol of which is read, is packed, and light-emission controller for, if determining that the commodity, the symbol of which is read, is packed, causing the light emitting unit to emit light in a first form and, if determining that the commodity, the symbol of which is read, is not packed, causing the light emitting unit to emit light in a second form. 1. A settlement device , comprising:a reading component configured to read a symbol attached to a commodity;a packing component located near the reading component and configured to pack the commodity, the symbol of which is read by the reading component;a measuring device configured to measure the packed commodity;a light emitting component provided in the packing component;a determining component configured to determine, using data of weight measured by the measuring device, whether the commodity, the symbol of which is read by the reading component, is packed; andlight-emission controller, if the determining component determines that the commodity, the symbol of which is read by the reading component, is packed, configured to cause the light emitting component to emit light in a first form and, if the determining component determines that the commodity, the symbol of which is read by the reading component, is not packed, configured to cause the light emitting component to emit light in a second form different from the first form.2. The settlement device according to claim 1 , wherein the light emitting component is provided in a corner section on a near side of the packing unit.3. The settlement device according to claim 1 , wherein the packing component is provided below the reading component claim 1 , and the ...

Vehicle Analysis System and Associated Methods

A vehicle analysis system including one or more weight sensors positioned to determine a weight of a vehicle within a pre-defined geographic location in the vicinity of a location of interest is described. The vehicle analysis system acquires data related to vehicles visiting the location of interest that may be saved in a database to provide further insight into individual's visiting the location of interest. 1. A vehicle analysis system , comprising:one or more weight sensors positioned to determine a weight of a vehicle, each of the one or more weight sensors associated with a pre-defined geographic location in the vicinity of a location of interest; and a location database storing the pre-defined geographic location of each of the one or more weight sensors;', 'a processor; and', detect an arrival time of the vehicle at the pre-defined geographic location based on a detectable vehicle weight occurring at the pre-defined geographic location;', 'determine an arrival weight of the vehicle based on vehicle weight data generated by the one or more weight sensors at the arrival time;', 'detect an exit of one or more occupants from the vehicle based on an identified reduction in the determined vehicle arrival weight to an unoccupied weight, an exit weight equaling the amount of the reduction from the arrival weight to the unoccupied weight;', 'estimate a number of occupants of the vehicle based on the exit weight; and', 'add at least one of the vehicle arrival time, arrival weight and estimated number of occupants to a stored set of data associated with a location at which the one or more weight sensors are located., 'a memory, the memory including instructions for a weight analysis module that, when executed by the processor, cause the weight analysis subsystem to], 'a weight analysis subsystem in electronic communication with and configured to receive vehicle weight data from the one or more weight sensors, the weight analysis subsystem including2. The vehicle ...

WEIGHING SCALE WITH A TOUCHSCREEN DISPLAY INCORPORATED IN THE LOAD RECEIVER PLATFORM SURFACE

A weighing scale () for a retail store counter includes a housing (), a load-receiving platform () on top of the housing, and operating components () enclosed therein, including a weighing cell (). A load-transmitting mechanical connection () couples the weighing cell to the load-receiving platform. Analog and digital weighing electronics convert electrical weight signals of the weighing cell into digital weighing results. A touchscreen display panel () interacts with a human operator, and is configured as a layered assembly with a liquid crystal display (), a projected capacitive (PCAP) touch screen () with a plurality of touch-sensing points, and a protective glass plate () on top of each other. The layered assembly is integrated horizontally in the load-receiving platform facing the human operator. The top surface operates as a load-receiving surface () a touch field keyboard () and a display window (). 1. A weighing scale for use on a retail store counter , comprising:a housing;a load-receiving platform that is arranged on top of the housing; and at least one weighing cell;', 'a load-transmitting mechanical connection that couples each weighing cell to the load-receiving platform;', 'analog and digital weighing electronics that are operable to convert electrical weight signals of each weighing cell into digital weighing results; and', 'a central processing unit which is operable to lend program-controlled functionality to the weighing scale, and, 'operating components that are enclosed in the housing, comprisinga touchscreen display panel which is operable to display information to, and receive input from, a human operator, the touchscreen display panel comprising a layered arrangement in which a protective glass plate, a projected capacitive (PCAP) touch screen with a plurality of touch-sensing points, and a liquid crystal display are arranged on top of each other, such that at least a part of the touchscreen display panel is integrated in the load-receiving ...

DIET MANAGEMENT APPARATUS

A diet management apparatus. The apparatus includes a weighing unit including weighing scales and food trays which includes one or more slots to receive corresponding food substances. The weighing scales are configured to calculate weight of food substances corresponding to each slot. The apparatus includes an image acquisition device to capture images of the one or more food substances the one or more slots. The apparatus includes a control unit configured to analyse the captured images to identify a category of each of the one or more food substances, comparing the calculated weight corresponding to identified category of each food substances with a predefined weight and determine calorie count GI/GL count of each food substances based on a compared result. The apparatus includes audio alerts based on food caloric values; GI/GL recommended by health care provider. The apparatus is configured to communicate with the end user computing device. 1. A diet management apparatus comprising: one or more weighing scales operatively coupled to a stand;', 'one or more food trays operatively coupled to the corresponding one or more weighing scales, wherein the one or more food trays comprises corresponding one or more slots and configured to receive corresponding one or more food substances;', calculate weight of each of the one or more food substances corresponding to each of the one or more slots;', 'calculate aggregate weight of the one or more food substances in the one or more food trays;, 'wherein the one or more weighing scales are configured to], 'a weighing unit comprisingan image acquisition device operatively coupled to the stand, wherein the image acquisition device is configured to capture one or more images of the one or more food substances in the each of the one or more slots; receive calculated weight of each of the one or more food substances corresponding to each of the one or more slots, calculated aggregate weight of the one or more food substances in the ...

VEHICLE SEAT

A vehicle seat includes a seat cushion that includes a seat cushion frame, a riser that supports the seat cushion frame, a seat position adjusting device that moves and adjusts the seat cushion back and forth, and a load detector that detects a load applied to the seat cushion. The riser includes a bottom wall and a sidewall that extends upward from an end portion of the bottom wall. The seat position adjusting device includes an upper rail that supports the riser and slides a lower rail. The load detector is positioned between the upper rail and the bottom wall. The upper rail, the load detector, the bottom wall, and the bracket are co-clamped with a first fastening member, and the bracket is secured to the sidewall with a second fastening member. 1. A vehicle seat comprising:a seat cushion that includes a seat cushion frame;a riser that supports the seat cushion frame;a seat position adjusting device that moves and adjusts the seat cushion back and forth;a load detector that detects a load applied to the seat cushion; anda bracket, a bottom wall; and', 'a sidewall that extends upward from an end portion of the bottom wall,, 'wherein the riser includes a lower rail secured to a floor of a vehicle; and', 'an upper rail that supports the riser and slides the lower rail,, 'the seat position adjusting device includesthe load detector is positioned between the upper rail and the bottom wall,the bracket is positioned on a top surface of the bottom wall,the upper rail, the load detector, the bottom wall, and the bracket are co-clamped with a first fastening member, andthe bracket is secured to the sidewall with a second fastening member.2. The vehicle seat according to claim 1 , an outer sidewall that extends upward from an end portion at an outer side in a right-left direction of the bottom wall; and', 'an inner sidewall that extends upward from an end portion at an inner side in the right-left direction of the bottom wall, and, 'wherein the sidewall includesthe bracket ...

FOOD PRODUCT SCALE

A scale includes a weigh station for receiving items to be weighed, an operator interface configured to display information associated with scale operations and a controller operably coupled to the operator interface to effect display of information. The operator interface may be in the form of a touch-screen display that is used to facilitate ease of use and scale adjustment. 1. A scale , comprising:a weigh station for receiving items to be weighed;an operator interface configured to display information associated with scale operations;a controller operably coupled to the operator interface to effect display of information thereon, the controller configured such that multiple primary interface screen views are made available for operator use, (i) a plurality of fixed features that are common among all the primary interface screen views, each fixed feature residing in a common location in each of the primary interface screen views; and', '(ii) other features that are not common with the other primary interface screen views., 'wherein each of the primary interface screen views includes2. The scale of claim 1 , wherein:the controller is configured such that one of the plurality of primary interface screen views is designated as a home interface screen view;one of the plurality of fixed features is a home view icon that when triggered causes the home interface screen view to be displayed.3. The scale of claim 2 , wherein:the controller is configured such that designation of the home interface screen view can be changed as between a first of the primary interface screen views and a second of the primary interface screen views.4. The scale of claim 3 , wherein:the controller is configured such that three or more primary interface screen views are provided, and at least one of the primary interface screen views cannot be designated as the home interface screen view.5. The scale of claim 1 , wherein:one of the plurality of fixed features is a group of adjacent screen view ...

FOOD PRODUCT SCALE

A scale includes a weigh station for receiving items to be weighed, an operator interface configured to display information associated with scale operations and a controller operably coupled to the operator interface to effect display of information. The operator interface may be in the form of a touch-screen display that is used to facilitate ease of use and scale adjustment. 119-. (canceled)20. A scale , comprising:a weigh station for receiving items to be weighed;an operator interface configured to display information associated with scale operations, the operator interface comprising a touch-sensitive display;a controller operably coupled to the operator interface to effect display of information thereon, the controller configured to make available multiple interface screen views for use by the operator,wherein the controller is configured to enable a user to transition from one interface screen view to another interface screen view via a swiping operation,wherein the touch-sensitive display includes a viewing area and a touch-sensitive member with a primary portion that overlies the viewing area and a secondary portion that is external of the viewing area, and swiping operations can be achieved using the secondary portion of the touch-sensitive member.21. The scale of wherein the secondary portion includes fixed visible indicia to indicate swipe function availability along the secondary portion.22. The scale of wherein the touch-sensitive member comprises a plate with a perimeter portion that is opaque so as to frame an interior portion that is transparent claim 21 , the perimeter portion defining the secondary portion and the interior portion defining the primary portion.23. The scale of wherein the interior portion of the plate aligns with a display screen positioned behind the plate.24. The scale of wherein a printed layer is applied to a back side of the plate to achieve opaqueness of the perimeter portion claim 22 , and the fixed visible indicial is also ...

Food product scale

A scale includes a weigh station for receiving items to be weighed, an operator interface configured to display information associated with scale operations and a controller operably coupled to the operator interface to effect display of information. The operator interface may be in the form of a touch-screen display that is used to facilitate ease of use and scale adjustment.

Weighing Scale with Extended Functions

Method to determine the arterial stiffness of an individual user (U) standing on a personal electronic scale having a top surface with at least three conductive pads on one of the left or right side of the scale, 1. The method to determine the arterial stiffness of an individual user (U) standing on a personal electronic scale having a top surface with at least three conductive pads on one of the left or right side of the scale , the method comprising:/a/—acquiring weight variations, and extracting therefrom a ballistocardiogram of the user's heart beat,/b/—acquiring impedance plethysmography signals across one of the feet of the user, and extracting therefrom a blood pulse signal at the foot,/c/—calculating a time delay (DT) between the heart beat and the blood pulse signal arriving at the foot,/d/ deducing therefrom a value of the arterial stiffness of the user.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein step /b/ comprises:/b1/—injecting into the foot, a current between a first pad and a second pad/b2/—measuring resulting voltage across a third pad and a fourth pad,3. The method of claim 2 , wherein at step /b1/ the injected current is a sine alternating current.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein at step /d/ the deduction of a value of the arterial stiffness is made according to a profile of the user claim 1 , said profile including the height claim 1 , the age claim 1 , the gender and the blood pressure of the user.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein at step /d/ the value of the arterial stiffness is compared to a previous value of the arterial stiffness of the same user.6. The method of claim 1 , in which the time delay (DT) is calculated as an average over at least 3 heart beats.71113. The method of claim 1 , wherein there are provided at least three conductive pads (-) on the left side of the scale and at least three conductive pads on the right side of the scale claim 1 , and wherein steps /a/ to /d/ are performed for the left foot and for the right foot claim 1 , and ...

Scale Assemblies for Providing Nutritional Content

Systems and methods for scale assemblies for providing nutritional content in accordance with embodiments of the invention are disclosed. In one embodiment, a scale assembly for providing nutritional content, the scale assembly in connection with a client device, the scale assembly comprising: a platform for receiving a food item; a pole connected to a center portion of the platform, wherein the pole applies a pressure to a surface of the client device based on a weight of the food item; a centerpiece having a hole for receiving the pole such that the pole moves vertically through the hole; at least one support leg, wherein the at least one support leg is connected to the centerpiece and provides support to the scale assembly; and wherein the pressure applied by the pole to the surface of the client device is used to calculate the nutritional content of the food item. 1. A scale assembly for providing nutritional content , the scale assembly in connection with a client device , the scale assembly comprising:a platform for receiving a food item;a pole connected to a center portion of the platform, wherein the pole applies a pressure to a surface of the client device based on a weight of the food item;a centerpiece having a hole for receiving the pole such that the pole moves vertically through the hole;at least one support leg, wherein the at least one support leg is connected to the centerpiece and provides support to the scale assembly; andwherein the pressure applied by the pole to the surface of the client device is used to calculate the nutritional content of the food item.2. The scale assembly of claim 1 , wherein the pole rotates but has limited movement around a horizontal direction.3. The scale assembly of claim 1 , wherein the pole is threaded through the hole of the centerpiece.4. The scale assembly of claim 1 , wherein a first end of the pole is connected to a bottom surface of the platform.5. The scale assembly of claim 4 , wherein the first end of the ...

SCALE FOR WEIGHING PARCELS

Weighing system (FIG. , FIG. ) to weigh items, parcels and the like, while they are moving, for example, on a conveyor. A servo amplifier () and servo controller () are arranged to drive a servo motor in a feedback () configuration, and acquire torque sensing signals () responsive to commanded acceleration of the conveyor while the item(s) are on board. Preferably, constant acceleration of the item(s) is realized during one or more measurement intervals, and mass is derived by a processor () based on the measurement data (FIG. ). Other embodiments are described for weighing granular and slurry materials (FIG. ) and for weighing multiple, potentially overlapping parcels in motion (FIG. ). 1. A method of weighing a moving parcel comprising the steps of:providing an infeed conveyor for moving a parcel;providing a weighing conveyor arranged to receive the parcel from the infeed conveyor;providing a servo motor for driving the weighing conveyor;providing a servo system coupled for driving the servo motor responsive to a velocity command input signal;providing an initial, constant value velocity command input signal to the servo system to drive the weighing conveyor at an initial speed selected to match a speed of the infeed conveyor;detecting a parcel contacting the weighing conveyor;while the parcel is on the weighing conveyor, providing a time-varying, linearly increasing velocity command input signal to the servo system to cause a constant acceleration of the weighing conveyor and the parcel;acquiring first servo motor torque data from the servo system while the parcel is accelerating;after a selected weighing period, decelerating the weighing conveyor by returning to the initial, constant value velocity command input signal to the servo system;determining a mass of the parcel based on the first servo motor torque data.2. The method of including:acquiring second servo motor torque data from the servo system while the weighing conveyor is decelerating; anddetermining a ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD OF DETERMINING VALUE OF PHYSICAL ITEMS

A system for calculating the value of physical items, comprising: one or more weight devices; and one or more collection devices; wherein said one or more weight devices comprise a pad, one or more plates, one or more transducers, a data transfer module, and a power source; wherein said one or more transducers are configured to determine a weight of one or more objects when said one or more transducers measure a load generated by said one or more objects applying a vertical force onto said one or more transducers, said vertical force is then converted into an electrical impulse proportional to said load, which is then converted into said weight of one or more objects; wherein said data transfer module is configured to transmit a first signal comprising information relating to said weight of said one or more objects. 1. A system for calculating the value of physical items , comprising:one or more weight devices;wherein said one or more weight devices comprise a pad, one or more plates, one or more transducers, a data transfer module, and a power source;wherein said one or more transducers are configured to determine a weight of one or more objects when said one or more transducers measure a load generated by said one or more objects applying a vertical force onto said one or more transducers;wherein said vertical force is then converted into an electrical impulse proportional to said load, which is then converted into said weight of one or more objects; andwherein said data transfer module is configured to transmit a first signal comprising information relating to said weight of said one or more objects.2. The system for calculating the value of physical items recited in claim 1 , wherein said first signal is transmitted to one or more servers to determine a value of said one or more objects by multiplying said weight of said one or more objects with a known weight-value of said one or more objects.3. The system for calculating the value of physical items recited in ...

FOOD PRODUCT SCALE

A scale includes a weigh station for receiving items to be weighed, an operator interface configured to display information associated with scale operations and a controller operably coupled to the operator interface to effect display of information. The operator interface may be in the form of a touch-screen display that is used to facilitate ease of use and scale adjustment. 185-. (canceled)86. A method of operating a scale including a weigh station for receiving items to be weighed and an operator interface configured to display information associated with scale operations , the method comprising the steps of:presenting an interface screen view that includes (i) multiple fields useful for performing item weigh and price operations and (ii) a plurality of alert icons, each alert icon associated with a particular notification type;for each alert icon of the plurality, selectively displaying the alert icon in either (i) an active state in the event the notification type associated with the alert icon exists or (ii) an inactive state in the event that the notification type associated with the alert icon does not exist.87. The method of claim 86 , further comprising:displaying the plurality of alert icons adjacent each other in a group to facilitate operator viewing.88. The method of wherein the group of adjacent alert icons is positioned centrally along a width of the interface screen view to facilitate operator viewing.89. The method of wherein the group of adjacent alert icons is positioned along an upper perimeter or a lower perimeter of the interface screen view to facilitate operator viewing.90. The method of wherein claim 86 , the active state of display for all of the alert icons is a specific claim 86 , common color.91. The method of wherein claim 90 , the active state of display for all of the alert icons is flashing of the specific claim 90 , common color.92. The method of wherein the operator interface comprises a touch-sensitive display and when a given ...