CONTROLLING ACCESS TO COMPARTMENTS OF A CARGO TRANSPORTATION UNIT

In some examples, a controller directs transport of a cargo transportation unit (CTU) to a plurality of pickup locations or a plurality of destination locations in response to requests of a plurality of requesters. The controller controls access to a plurality of compartments in the CTU, wherein controlling the access comprises selecting respective compartments of the plurality of compartments in which to place cargo items for the requests, the selecting based on characteristics of the cargo items and characteristics of the respective compartments. 1. A controller comprising: direct transport of a cargo transportation unit (CTU) to a plurality of pickup locations or a plurality of destination locations in response to requests of a plurality of requesters; and', 'control access to a plurality of compartments in the CTU, wherein controlling the access comprises selecting respective compartments of the plurality of compartments in which to place cargo items for the requests, the selecting based on characteristics of the cargo items and characteristics of the respective compartments., 'at least one processor configured to2. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the directing of the transport of the CTU comprises directing the transport of the CTU to the plurality of pickup locations associated with respective requesters of the plurality of requesters.3. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the directing of the transport of the CTU comprises directing the transport of the CTU to the plurality of destination locations associated with respective requesters of the plurality of requesters.4. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the directing comprises directing transport of the CTU to a first pickup location to pick up a first cargo item claim 1 , the at least one processor configured to further:provide, at the first pickup location, access to a first compartment of the plurality of compartments based on a characteristic of the first cargo item and a characteristic of the first ...

System and method for cargo transportation unit tracking and monitoring device verification

A system and method for providing verification of tracking and monitoring devices with cargo transportation units is provided. The track and monitoring device is mounted to the cargo transportation unit to provide location tracking and security functions. The association process is typical a manual process by a technician of identifying container visual identifiers to the installed tracking and monitoring unit. Errors in the association process can occur during installation and repairs. The association between tracking and monitoring devices and their respective cargo transportation unit is verified by receiving images from one tracking and monitoring device at a server and verifying the cargo transportation unit identifier is associated with another tracking and monitoring device.

Controlling access to compartments of a cargo transportation unit

In some examples, a controller directs transport of a cargo transportation unit (CTU) to a plurality of pickup locations or a plurality of destination locations in response to requests of a plurality of requesters. The controller controls access to a plurality of compartments in the CTU, wherein controlling the access comprises selecting respective compartments of the plurality of compartments in which to place cargo items for the requests, the selecting based on characteristics of the cargo items and characteristics of the respective compartments.

Load status of transport chassis

In some examples, a system receives sensor data from a sensor of a transport chassis configured to carry a cargo transportation unit (CTU), and determines, based on the sensor data and a profile learned based on past data, whether the transport chassis is loaded with a CTU or cargo.

ACTIONS ASSOCIATED WITH VEHICLE RECEIVING STATIONS

In some examples, a system receives information transmitted by a vehicle, the information acquired by a sensor of the vehicle. In response to the received information, an action is performed by the system with respect to the vehicle or content transported by the vehicle, the action comprising one or more of directing the vehicle to a location, selecting the vehicle for inspection from a plurality of vehicles, performing inspection of the vehicle or the content at a border of a jurisdiction, and loading or unloading of the content. 1. A method comprising:receiving, by a system associated with a vehicle receiving station, information transmitted by a vehicle, the information acquired by a sensor of the vehicle; andin response to the received information, causing, by the system, an action to be performed by the vehicle receiving station with respect to the vehicle or content transported by the vehicle, the action comprising one or more of directing the vehicle to a location, selecting the vehicle for inspection from a plurality of vehicles, performing inspection of the vehicle or the content at a border of a jurisdiction, and loading or unloading of the content.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the vehicle receiving station comprises a border crossing station.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the action comprises directing the vehicle to one of a plurality of queues of the border crossing station.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the information comprises information relating to the content transported by the vehicle claim 2 , and the action comprises preparing documentation to process the vehicle or the content by the border crossing station.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the information comprises information describing cargo transported by the vehicle claim 4 , and the action comprises a customs inspection.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the action further comprises calculating a duty to charge for the cargo based on the information describing the cargo.7. ...

ADJUSTING COMPONENTS OF CARGO TRANSPORATION UNITS

In some examples, a controller detects a compromised condition of a component of a cargo transportation unit (CTU), determines a time of performing a next maintenance of the CTU, and controls adjustment of the component in response to detecting the compromised condition and based on the time of performing the next maintenance of the CTU. 1. A controller comprising: detect a compromised condition of a component of a cargo transportation unit (CTU);', 'determine a time of performing a next maintenance of the CTU; and', 'control adjustment of the component in response to detecting the compromised condition and based on the time of performing the next maintenance of the CTU., 'at least one processor configured to2. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the compromised condition of the component comprises wear of the component exceeding a wear threshold.3. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the compromised condition of the component comprises a faulty operation of the component.4. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the determined time of performing the next maintenance of the CTU is a time of a pre-scheduled maintenance of the CTU.5. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the determined time of performing the next maintenance of the CTU is an on-demand time to perform the maintenance of the CTU following a current activity of the CTU.6. The controller of claim 5 , wherein the current activity of the CTU comprises a delivery of cargo by the CTU to a destination.7. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the adjustment of the component comprises disabling the component.8. The controller of claim 7 , wherein disabling the component comprises inactivating the component.9. The controller of claim 7 , wherein disabling the component comprises moving the component to a position to prevent the component from being operated while other components of the CTU are operational.10. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the adjustment of the component comprises changing an operational setting ...

DETERMINING WHETHER A VEHICLE IS ABLE TO TRANSFER A CARGO TRANSPORTATION UNIT

In some examples, a vehicle includes a controller configured to receive information of a characteristic relating to transport of a cargo transportation unit (CTU), the information sent by the CTU, and determine, based on the received information, whether the vehicle is able to transfer the CTU to a destination of the CTU. 1. A vehicle comprising: receive information of a characteristic relating to transport of a cargo transportation unit (CTU), the information sent by the CTU, and', 'determine, based on the received information, whether the vehicle is able to transfer the CTU to a destination of the CTU., 'a controller configured to2. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to further claim 1 , in response to determining that the vehicle is able to transfer the CTU to the destination of the CTU claim 1 , direct the vehicle to a pickup location to pick up the CTU.3. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to further claim 1 , in response to determining that the vehicle is not able to transfer the CTU to the destination of the CTU claim 1 , send an indication to the CTU indicating that the vehicle is unable to accept a request to transfer the CTU to the destination.4. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the information of the characteristic relating to transport of the CTU comprises information relating to a characteristic of cargo carried by the CTU claim 1 ,wherein the determining of whether the vehicle is able to transfer the CTU to the destination of the CTU is based on the information relating to the characteristic of the cargo.5. The vehicle of claim 4 , wherein the characteristic of the cargo carried by the CTU is selected from among a hazard rating of the cargo claim 4 , a temperature level or humidity level at which the cargo is to be maintained claim 4 , a weight of the cargo claim 4 , a form of the cargo claim 4 , a perishable characteristic of the cargo claim 4 , a fragility of the cargo claim 4 , a sensitivity of ...

Providing inter-vehicle data communications for vehicular drafting operations

Systems, methods, and software can be used to provide inter-vehicle data communications for drafting operations. In some aspects, a method is disclosed comprising: selecting, by a hardware processor of a first vehicle, a second vehicle as a candidate for a drafting group; receiving, from the second vehicle, a drafting capability indication; in response to receiving the drafting capability indication, transmitting, from the first vehicle to the second vehicle, a drafting request; receiving, from the second vehicle, a drafting response; determining, by the hardware processor of the first vehicle, to establish the drafting group including the first vehicle and the second vehicle; and transmitting, from the first vehicle to the second vehicle, a drafting confirmation, wherein the drafting confirmation indicates that the first vehicle agrees to establish the drafting group with the second vehicle.

Adjusting mechanical elements of cargo transportation units

In some examples, a controller includes at least one processor configured to receive information regarding a condition associated with a cargo transportation unit (CTU), the received information regarding the condition including information of an environment around the CTU at a location of the CTU, and adjust an adjustable mechanical element of the CTU in response to the received information.

System and Method for Searching for Text and Displaying Found Text in Augmented Reality

A system and a method for searching for text in one or more images are provided. The method, performed by a computing device, comprises receiving an input. The computing device generates a search parameter from the input, the search parameter comprising the text. Optical character recognition is applied to the one or more images to generate computer readable text. The search parameter is applied to search for the text in the computer readable text and, if the text is found, an action is performed. 1. A method for searching for text in at least one image , the method performed by a computing device , the method comprising:receiving an input;generating a search parameter from the input, the search parameter comprising the text;applying optical character recognition to the at least one image to generate computer readable text;applying the search parameter to search for the text in the computer readable text; andif the text is found, performing an action.2. The method of further comprising continuously capturing additional images in real-time claim 1 , automatically applying the optical character recognition to the additional images to generate additional computer readable text claim 1 , and claim 1 , if the text is found again claim 1 , performing the action again.3. The method of wherein the computing device is a mobile device comprising a camera claim 1 , and the at least one image are provided by the camera.4. The method of wherein the input is text.5. The method of wherein the text is provided by a user.6. The method of wherein the action performed is highlighting the text that is found on a display.7. The method of wherein the at least one image are of one or more pages claim 4 , and the computing device records the one or more pages on which the text that is found is located.8. The method of wherein the one or more pages are each identified by a page number claim 7 , determined by applying optical character recognition to the page number.9. The method of wherein ...

Actions associated with vehicle receiving stations

In some examples, a system receives information transmitted by a vehicle, the information acquired by a sensor of the vehicle. In response to the received information, an action is performed by the system with respect to the vehicle or content transported by the vehicle, the action comprising one or more of directing the vehicle to a location, selecting the vehicle for inspection from a plurality of vehicles, performing inspection of the vehicle or the content at a border of a jurisdiction, and loading or unloading of the content.

Determining whether a vehicle is able to transfer a cargo transportation unit

In some examples, a vehicle includes a controller configured to receive information of a characteristic relating to transport of a cargo transportation unit (CTU), the information sent by the CTU, and determine, based on the received information, whether the vehicle is able to transfer the CTU to a destination of the CTU.

Route-based selections of vehicle parameter sets

In some examples, a controller receives information of a route of a vehicle, and selects a first parameter set from among a plurality of parameter sets based on the route of the vehicle, the plurality of parameter sets corresponding to different conditions of usage of the vehicle, where each parameter set of the plurality of parameter sets includes one or more parameters that control adjustment of one or more respective adjustable elements of the vehicle. The controller causes application of the first parameter set to control a setting of the one or more adjustable elements of the vehicle.

System and method for controlling updates to internet-of-things devices

A computer system includes a processor, a communications subsystem, and a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium. The computer-readable medium stores instructions that when executed by the processor adapt the computer system to receive an indication of a second device selected, at a first device, for update; send an indication signalling the second device to send state information about the second device; receive state information about the second device; determine, based on the state information, that the second device is ready to perform an update; send, to the first device, an indication that the second device is ready to perform the update; receive, from the first device, an indication to update the second device; and, send a corresponding indication to the second device. The second device is configured to begin updating in response to such an indication without any direct interaction with it. Related methods and computer-readable media are also described.

ADJUSTING MECHANICAL ELEMENTS OF CARGO TRANSPORTATION UNITS

In some examples, a controller includes at least one processor configured to receive information regarding a condition associated with a cargo transportation unit (CTU), the received information regarding the condition including information of an environment around the CTU at a location of the CTU, and adjust an adjustable mechanical element of the CTU in response to the received information. 1. A controller comprising: receive information regarding a condition associated with a cargo transportation unit (CTU), the received information regarding the condition comprising information of an environment around the CTU at a location of the CTU; and', 'adjust an adjustable mechanical element of the CTU in response to the received information., 'at least one processor configured to2. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the location is a current location of the CTU or a predicted location of the CTU.3. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the information of the environment comprises one or more selected from among weather information claim 1 , vehicle traffic information claim 1 , information of a road type or road condition claim 1 , and information of safety at the location of the CTU.4. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the information regarding the condition associated with the CTU further comprises one or more selected from among a travel distance of the CTU claim 1 , a type of tire of the CTU claim 1 , a type of cargo carried by the CTU claim 1 , and a weight of the cargo carried by the CTU.5. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the received information is from a sensor on the CTU.6. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the received information comprises information from a sensor on another CTU.7. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the received information is communicated over a network from a remote information source coupled to the network.8. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the adjustable mechanical element comprises one or more selected from among a tire claim ...

Method and system for rear status detection

A method for identifying a loading bay at a facility to which a vehicle is reversing, the method including determining, at a sensor apparatus connected with the vehicle, that the vehicle is reversing; capturing an image of the loading bay; and determining, from the image, the loading bay at the facility to which the vehicle is reversing.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING UPDATES TO INTERNET-OF-THINGS DEVICES

A computer system includes a processor, a communications subsystem, and a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium. The computer-readable medium stores instructions that when executed by the processor adapt the computer system to receive an indication of a second device selected, at a first device, for update; send an indication signalling the second device to send state information about the second device; receive state information about the second device; determine, based on the state information, that the second device is ready to perform an update; send, to the first device, an indication that the second device is ready to perform the update; receive, from the first device, an indication to update the second device; and, send a corresponding indication to the second device. The second device is configured to begin updating in response to such an indication without any direct interaction with it. Related methods and computer-readable media are also described. 1. A computer system comprising:a processor;a communications subsystem; anda non-transitory computer-readable storage medium storing instructions that when executed by the processor adapt the computer system to:receive, from a first device using the communications subsystem, an indication of a second device selected, at the first device, for update;send, to the second device using the communications subsystem, an indication signalling the second device to send state information about the second device;receive, from the second device using the communications subsystem, the state information about the second device;determine, by the processor based on the state information about the second device, that the second device is ready to perform an update;send, to the first device using the communications subsystem, an indication that the second device is ready to perform the update;receive, from the first device using the communications subsystem, an indication to update the second device; andsend, to the ...

DETERMINING LOCATIONS OF CARGO TRANSPORTATION UNITS USING IMAGE DATA

In some examples, a system includes at least one processor configured to receive, over a network, position data acquired by a position sensor, receive, over the network, an image of a first cargo transportation unit (CTU) acquired by a camera, and determine a location of the first CTU or a second CTU based on the position data and information in the image of the first CTU. 1. A system comprising: receive, over a network, position data acquired by a position sensor;', 'receive, over the network, an image of a first cargo transportation unit (CTU) acquired by a camera; and', 'determine a location of the first CTU or a second CTU based on the position data and information in the image of the first CTU., 'at least one processor configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the determining of the location is further based on a stored location of the first CTU captured in the image.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the received position data was acquired by the position sensor on the second CTU claim 1 , the received image was acquired by the camera on the second CTU claim 1 , and the determined location is of the second CTU.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the received position data was acquired by the position sensor on the first CTU claim 1 , the received image was acquired by the camera on the second CTU claim 1 , and the determined location is of the second CTU.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the received position data was acquired by the position sensor on the second CTU claim 1 , the received image was acquired by the camera on the second CTU claim 1 , and the determined location is of the first CTU.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the received position data was acquired by the position sensor on the first CTU claim 1 , the received image was acquired by the camera on the second CTU claim 1 , and the determined location is of the first CTU.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the received image was acquired by the camera on the second CTU in response to a ...

System and Method for Cargo Transportation Unit Tracking and Monitoring Device Verification

A system and method for providing verification of tracking and monitoring devices with cargo transportation units is provided. The track and monitoring device is mounted to the cargo transportation unit to provide location tracking and security functions. The association process is typical a manual process by a technician of identifying container visual identifiers to the installed tracking and monitoring unit. Errors in the association process can occur during installation and repairs. The association between tracking and monitoring devices and their respective cargo transportation unit is verified by receiving images from one tracking and monitoring device at a server and verifying the cargo transportation unit identifier is associated with another tracking and monitoring device. 1. A method of cargo transportation unit (CTU) identifier association verification , the method executed at a server coupled to a network , the method comprising:receiving a CTU identifier through the network provided from using a first tracking and monitoring device (TMD) associated with a first CTU,receive a location of the first TMD;determining if an association is defined between the received CTU identifier of a second CTU with a second TMD;receiving a location of the second TMD if the association between the second TMD and the second CTU is defined; andverifying the association of the second TMD and second CTU based on relative locations of the first TMD to the second TMD.2. The method of wherein receiving the first CTU ID associated with the first CTU further comprises:receiving an image from the first TMD; andidentifying the CTU ID within the image.3. The method of wherein the first TMD is coupled to a camera mounted on an exterior of the first CTU.4. The method of wherein the received location from the first TMD and second TMD is provided from a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver associated with each of the first TMD and the second TMD.5. The method of wherein the location ...

PROGRAM RELEASE PACKAGES INCLUDING PROGRAM UPDATES

In some examples, a system receives information of vehicles, the information comprising information of programs executable in the vehicles. The system selects, based on the received information of the vehicles, program updates to include in a program release package, the program updates comprising a patch to update programs in the vehicles, the selecting based on determining how many vehicles are able to apply the program updates of the program release package. 1. A method comprising:receiving, by a system comprising a processor, information of vehicles, the information comprising information of programs executable in the vehicles;selecting, by the system based on the received information of the vehicles, program updates to include in a program release package, the program updates comprising a patch to update a program in the vehicles, the selecting based on satisfying a goal of increasing a number of the vehicles that are able to apply the program release package, and a goal of reducing usage of network bandwidth when the vehicles download the program release package; anddownloading, by the system, the program release package over a network to the vehicles to cause the vehicles to update the programs in the vehicles using the program release package.2. (canceled)3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:as part of the selecting, providing feedback to an entity defining the program release package on how many vehicles will not be able to apply the program updates of the program release package, and how many vehicles are expected to download a full updated program rather than the patch.4. (canceled)5. The method of claim 3 , wherein providing the feedback further comprises providing an indication of a size of the full updated program.6. The method of claim 3 , wherein providing the feedback comprises providing suggested program updates to include in the program release package.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein providing the suggested program updates to include ...

System and method for controlling updates to internet-of-things devices

A computer system includes a processor, a communications subsystem, and a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium. The computer-readable medium stores instructions that when executed by the processor adapt the computer system to receive an indication of a second device selected, at a first device, for update; send an indication signalling the second device to send state information about the second device; receive state information about the second device; determine, based on the state information, that the second device is ready to perform an update; send, to the first device, an indication that the second device is ready to perform the update; receive, from the first device, an indication to update the second device; and, send a corresponding indication to the second device. The second device is configured to begin updating in response to such an indication without any direct interaction with it. Related methods and computer-readable media are also described.

Adjusting components of cargo transportation units

In some examples, a controller detects a compromised condition of a component of a cargo transportation unit (CTU), determines a time of performing a next maintenance of the CTU, and controls adjustment of the component in response to detecting the compromised condition and based on the time of performing the next maintenance of the CTU.

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ATTRIBUTE-BASED SCHEDULING

An apparatus and method are provided, the method includes retrieving tasks from a memory, each task associated with a non-temporal attribute; and displaying the tasks in a group or list relative to the non-temporal attribute. 1. A method comprising:retrieving tasks from a memory, each task associated with a non-temporal attribute; anddisplaying the tasks in a group or list relative to the non-temporal attribute.2. The method of further comprising displaying a time or range of times in which the task may be performed.3. The method of further comprising providing an option to select all tasks associated with a particular attribute.4. The method of further comprising displaying a time available in which the tasks may be rescheduled.5. The method of further comprising presenting an option to reschedule all tasks associated with the particular attribute.6. The method of wherein the particular attribute is a physical location.7. The method of further comprising:determining which attributes have expected travel times therebetween;generating an estimate of an expected travel time between at least a pair of attributes; andproviding the expected travel time.8. The method of further comprising:detecting a real-time change in the expected travel time between the pair of attributes; andrescheduling or canceling one or more tasks based on a change in the expected travel time.9. The method of further comprising one or more rankings associated with moveability claim 1 , task importance claim 1 , or temporal importance of a particular task.10. The method of further comprising rescheduling or canceling a task based on one or more ranking of the particular task.11. The method of further comprising providing a plurality of lists of tasks claim 1 , each list being associated with a common attribute.12. The method of further comprising providing a plurality of task schedules claim 1 , each schedule being associated with a common attribute.13. The method of further comprising enabling a ...

Determining locations of cargo transportation units using image data

In some examples, a system includes at least one processor configured to receive, over a network, position data acquired by a position sensor, receive, over the network, an image of a first cargo transportation unit (CTU) acquired by a camera, and determine a location of the first CTU or a second CTU based on the position data and information in the image of the first CTU.

Method and system for rear status detection

A method for identifying a loading bay at a facility to which a vehicle is reversing, the method including determining, at a sensor apparatus connected with the vehicle, that the vehicle is reversing; capturing an image of the loading bay; and determining, from the image, the loading bay at the facility to which the vehicle is reversing.

ADJUSTING CARGO TRANSPORTATION UNIT ELEMENTS IN RESPONSE TO THEFT EVENTS

In some examples, a controller determines a location of a cargo transportation unit (CTU), and responsive to the determined location matching a specified criterion, determines whether a sensor monitored event indicates a theft event associated with the CTU. In response to the theft event, the controller causes adjustment of an adjustable element of the CTU. 1. A controller comprising: determine a location of a cargo transportation unit (CTU);', 'responsive to the determined location matching a specified criterion, determine whether a sensor monitored event indicates a theft event associated with the CTU; and', 'in response to the theft event, cause adjustment of an adjustable element of the CTU., 'at least one processor configured to2. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the determined location matching the specified criterion comprises the determined location being within a specified geographic region.3. The controller of claim 2 , wherein the specified geographic region is an identified elevated crime region.4. The controller of claim 2 , wherein the at least one processor is configured to receive user-entered information regarding the specified geographic region.5. The controller of claim 2 , wherein the at least one processor is configured to determine the specified geographic region based on information from a remote system that maintains statistics on theft crimes in different geographic regions.6. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the determined location matching the specified criterion comprises the determined location being across a territorial boundary.7. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the determined location matching the specified criterion comprises the determined location deviating from a specified route of the CTU.8. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the sensor monitored event comprises one or more of a barrier of the CTU being opened claim 1 , cargo in the CTU being removed claim 1 , the CTU being tipped claim 1 , a failed attempt to unlock ...

Providing secure inter-vehicle data communications

Systems, methods, and software can be used to provide secure inter-vehicle data communications. In some aspects, a method, comprising: receiving, at a security server and from a hardware security processor connected to a system bus of a vehicle, security confidence data of the vehicle, wherein the security confidence data include at least one of version information of a software code executing on a component of the vehicle, diagnostic data information of the vehicle, or data traffic pattern information of the vehicle; determining, at the security server, a security confidence score of the vehicle; receiving, at the security server, a query from a different vehicle; and in response to the query, transmitting the confidence score of the vehicle to the different vehicle.

Method and system for mapping to facilitate dispatching

A method at a server for container location verification within a container yard, the method including requesting image data from at least one image sensor apparatus affixed to a container within the container yard; receiving the image data; and processing the image data to identify a location of a target container.

ROUTE-BASED SELECTIONS OF VEHICLE PARAMETER SETS

In some examples, a controller receives information of a route of a vehicle, and selects a first parameter set from among a plurality of parameter sets based on the route of the vehicle, the plurality of parameter sets corresponding to different conditions of usage of the vehicle, where each parameter set of the plurality of parameter sets includes one or more parameters that control adjustment of one or more respective adjustable elements of the vehicle. The controller causes application of the first parameter set to control a setting of the one or more adjustable elements of the vehicle.

LOAD STATUS OF TRANSPORT CHASSIS

In some examples, a system receives sensor data from a sensor of a transport chassis configured to carry a cargo transportation unit (CTU), and determines, based on the sensor data and a profile learned based on past data, whether the transport chassis is loaded with a CTU or cargo. 1. A system comprising: receive sensor data from a sensor of a transport chassis configured to carry a cargo transportation unit (CTU); and', 'determine, based on the sensor data and a profile learned based on past data, whether the transport chassis is loaded with a CTU or cargo., 'at least one processor configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor data is received over a network from a communication transceiver of the transport chassis.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor data comprises measured data from a strain gauge.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor data comprises a signal characteristic of a wireless signal to be transmitted or received by a wireless transceiver of the transport chassis.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the signal characteristic is of the wireless signal to be communicated by the wireless module over a wireless network.6. The system of claim 4 , wherein the signal characteristic is of the wireless signal for receipt by a Global Positioning (GPS) receiver.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor data comprises measurement data from an optical sensor of the transport chassis.8. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor data is from a magnetic field sensor of the transport chassis.9. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor data is from an accelerometer of the transport chassis.10. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor data is from a camera of the transport chassis.11. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one processor is configured to:receive the sensor data as part of a collection of events detected by sensors of the transport chassis,wherein the determining of whether the transport chassis is loaded with a ...

Method and system for distributed camera network

A method at an image capture apparatus, the method including receiving, at the image capture apparatus, a trigger to begin image capture; based on the trigger, starting image capture for a fixed duration; and providing image capture data to a processing service.

Method and system for mapping to facilitate dispatching

A method at a server for container location verification within a container yard, the method including requesting image data from at least one image sensor apparatus affixed to a container within the container yard; receiving the image data; and processing the image data to identify a location of a target container.

Method and system for distributed camera network

A method at an image capture apparatus, the method including receiving, at the image capture apparatus, a trigger to begin image capture; based on the trigger, starting image capture for a fixed duration; and providing image capture data to a processing service.

METHODS AND DEVICES FOR DATA ENTRY

Methods and devices for data entry are disclosed. An example method includes detecting contextual information for a mobile device, automatically selecting a data entry form template from a plurality of data entry form templates based on the contextual information, generating a data entry form instance of the selected data entry form template, entering data received via an input device of the mobile device into the instance of the data entry form, storing the instance of the data entry form including the data, and presenting a representation of the instance of the data entry form in an interface with a representation of at least one additional instance of a data entry form generated based on the data entry form template. 1. A method to record data , comprising:detecting contextual information for a mobile device;automatically selecting a data entry form template from a plurality of data entry form templates based on the contextual information;generating a data entry form instance of the selected data entry form template;entering data received via an input device of the mobile device into the instance of the data entry form;storing the instance of the data entry form including the data; andpresenting a representation of the instance of the data entry form in an interface with a representation of at least one additional instance of a data entry form generated based on the data entry form template.2. A method as defined in claim 1 , wherein detecting the contextual information is in response to opening a note-taking application on the mobile device.3. A method as defined in claim 1 , wherein selecting from the plurality of data entry templates comprises selecting one of the plurality of data entry form templates based on a similarity of the contextual information to second contextual information associated with the selected one of the plurality of data entry form templates.4. A method as defined in claim 1 , wherein the data received via the input device comprises at ...

MANAGING USAGE OF CARGO TRANSPORTATION UNITS

In some examples, a system manages usage of cargo transportation units (CTUs) based on usage characteristics of the CTUs and target usage factors relating to the CTUs, wherein the managing includes selecting a CTU from among the CTUs to use for a cargo delivery job. 1. A method comprising:determining, by a system comprising a processor, available cargo transportation units (CTUs) based on load status measurement data collected by sensors indicating that the available CTUs are able to receive cargo; and 'selecting a CTU from among the available CTUs to use for a cargo delivery job.', 'managing, by the system, usage of the available CTUs based on usage characteristics of the available CTUs and target usage factors relating to the available CTUs, wherein the managing comprises2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the usage characteristics of the available CTUs are selected from among an age of a CTU claim 1 , a time since a most recent use of a CTU claim 1 , a maintenance status of a CTU claim 1 , a frequency of use of a CTU claim 1 , and a lease status of a CTU.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the target usage factors are selected from among a goal of reducing a downtime of a CTU claim 1 , a goal of reducing a distance to a repair facility of a CTU claim 1 , a goal of reducing a distance to pick up a CTU claim 1 , a goal of reducing usage of a CTU claim 1 , a goal of increasing usage of a CTU claim 1 , and a goal of balancing usage of CTUs in a fleet.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the target usage factors comprise a factor relating to how a CTU is to be used.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the factor relating to how the CTU is to be is selected from among an expected travel distance of the CTU and an expected length of time that a customer plans to keep the CTU.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the target usage factors comprise a factor relating to reducing a cost of using a CTU.7. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:associating priorities with ...

Adjusting components of cargo transportation units

In some examples, a controller detects a compromised condition of a component of a cargo transportation unit (CTU), determines a time of performing a next maintenance of the CTU, and controls adjustment of the component in response to detecting the compromised condition and based on the time of performing the next maintenance of the CTU.

Method and system for trailer tracking and inventory management

A method at a computing device for calculating a distance travelled, the method including receiving a plurality of discrete position fixes; determining a first distance travelled over the plurality of discrete position fixes by using a first calculation technique between successive discrete position fixes; determining a second distance travelled over the plurality of discrete position fixes by using a second calculation technique between successive discrete position fixes; applying a first weight to the first distance travelled and a second weight to the second distance travelled; and determining the distance travelled using a weighted average of the first distance travelled and the second distance travelled.

ADJUSTING COMPONENTS OF CARGO TRANSPORTATION UNITS

In some examples, a controller detects a compromised condition of a component of a cargo transportation unit (CTU), determines a time of performing a next maintenance of the CTU, and controls adjustment of the component in response to detecting the compromised condition and based on the time of performing the next maintenance of the CTU. 1. A controller comprising: detect a compromised condition of a component of a cargo transportation unit (CTU);', 'determine a time of performing a next maintenance of the CTU; and', 'control adjustment of the component in response to detecting the compromised condition and based on the time of performing the next maintenance of the CTU., 'at least one processor configured to2. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the compromised condition of the component comprises wear of the component exceeding a wear threshold.3. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the compromised condition of the component comprises a faulty operation of the component.4. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the determined time of performing the next maintenance of the CTU is a time of a pre-scheduled maintenance of the CTU.5. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the determined time of performing the next maintenance of the CTU is an on-demand time to perform the maintenance of the CTU following a current activity of the CTU.6. The controller of claim 5 , wherein the current activity of the CTU comprises a delivery of cargo by the CTU to a destination.7. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the adjustment of the component comprises disabling the component.8. The controller of claim 7 , wherein disabling the component comprises inactivating the component.9. The controller of claim 7 , wherein disabling the component comprises moving the component to a position to prevent the component from being operated while other components of the CTU are operational.10. The controller of claim 1 , wherein the adjustment of the component comprises changing an operational setting ...

Chain of custody information for cargo transportation units

In some examples, a system receives an image captured by a camera of a first cargo transportation unit (CTU) in response to an activation of the camera, the activation of the camera of the first CTU responsive to an event. The system determines based on the image an identifier of an entity that owns, operates, or has access to the first CTU or a second CTU, and logs the identifier of the entity in chain of custody information stored in a storage medium.

ROUTE-BASED SELECTIONS OF VEHICLE PARAMETER SETS

In some examples, a controller receives information of a route of a vehicle, and selects a first parameter set from among a plurality of parameter sets based on the route of the vehicle, the plurality of parameter sets corresponding to different conditions of usage of the vehicle, where each parameter set of the plurality of parameter sets includes one or more parameters that control adjustment of one or more respective adjustable elements of the vehicle. The controller causes application of the first parameter set to control a setting of the one or more adjustable elements of the vehicle.

Program release packages including program updates

In some examples, a system receives information of vehicles, the information comprising information of programs executable in the vehicles. The system selects, based on the received information of the vehicles, program updates to include in a program release package, the program updates comprising a patch to update programs in the vehicles, the selecting based on determining how many vehicles are able to apply the program updates of the program release package.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DISTRIBUTED CAMERA NETWORK

A method at an image capture apparatus, the method including receiving, at the image capture apparatus, a trigger to begin image capture; based on the trigger, starting image capture for a fixed duration; and providing image capture data to a processing service. 1. A method at a first image capture apparatus , the method comprising:receiving, at the first image capture apparatus, from a second apparatus a trigger to begin image capture, wherein the trigger includes information indicating a range around a location for which image capture data is needed;determining, by the first image capture apparatus, its location;finding, by the first image capture apparatus, whether the first image capture apparatus is within the range around the location for which image capture data is needed;if the first image capture apparatus is within the range, starting the image capture; andproviding image capture data to a processing service.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the location for which image capture data is needed is a position of the second apparatus.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the trigger includes one or more information elements selected from: an event identifier; a device identifier for the second apparatus; the location for which image capture data is needed; an alert type; an endpoint to report information to; a time of an event; the fixed duration; or a report timeslot.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the providing the image capture data to the processing service further includes providing at least one information item selected from: a device identifier for the first image capture apparatus; an event identifier; a position of the first image capture apparatus; and a bearing for an image sensor on the first image capture apparatus.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:determining whether to relay the trigger to another image capture apparatus; andif the trigger should be relayed, sending the trigger to the another image capture apparatus.6. The method of ...

Methods and devices for providing a text prediction

A method for use in an electronic device including a display and a keyboard, the method including: receiving input reflecting selection of one or more characters through the keyboard; generating a predicted string of one or more characters based on the received input; determining a confidence value for the predicted string, based on a determination that the received input associated with a first one of the one or more selected characters reflects more than a single tap on a key of the keyboard; and displaying the predicted string on the display based on the determined confidence value.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MAPPING TO FACILITATE DISPATCHING

A method at a server for container location verification within a container yard, the method including requesting image data from at least one image sensor apparatus affixed to a container within the container yard; receiving the image data; and processing the image data to identify a location of a target container. 1. A method at a server for container location verification within a container yard , the method comprising:requesting image data from at least one image sensor apparatus affixed to a container within the container yard;receiving the image data; andprocessing the image data to identify a location of a target container.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the image data is from an image sensor apparatus on the target container claim 1 , and wherein the processing identifies landmarks and neighboring containers.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the processing uses optical recognition to identify markings on neighboring containers.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the image data is from a neighboring container to the target container claim 1 , and wherein the processing uses optical recognition to identify markings on the target container.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the processing comprises displaying the image data on a user interface and receiving an input using the user interface.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising claim 1 , verifying the location of the target container and dispatching a shunt vehicle for the target container.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein if the processing does not find the target container claim 1 , the method further comprising searching for the target container claim 1 , the searching comprising:identifying at least one image sensor apparatus;obtaining image data from the at least one image sensor apparatus; andprocessing the image data to determine whether an image of the target container is within the image data.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the identifying comprises finding image sensor apparatuses ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR TRAILER TRACKING AND INVENTORY MANAGEMENT

A method at a computing device for calculating a distance travelled, the method including receiving a plurality of discrete position fixes; determining a first distance travelled over the plurality of discrete position fixes by using a first calculation technique between successive discrete position fixes; determining a second distance travelled over the plurality of discrete position fixes by using a second calculation technique between successive discrete position fixes; applying a first weight to the first distance travelled and a second weight to the second distance travelled; and determining the distance travelled using a weighted average of the first distance travelled and the second distance travelled. 1. A method at a computing device for calculating a distance travelled , the method comprising:receiving a plurality of discrete position fixes;determining a first distance travelled over the plurality of discrete position fixes by using a first calculation technique between successive discrete position fixes;determining a second distance travelled over the plurality of discrete position fixes by using a second calculation technique between successive discrete position fixes;applying a first weight to the first distance travelled and a second weight to the second distance travelled; anddetermining the distance travelled using a weighted average of the first distance travelled and the second distance travelled.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first calculation technique is a straight-line calculation between successive position fixes.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the second calculation technique is a technique selected from a road based routing technique; a road based matrix technique; or a bias confirmation technique.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:determining a third distance travelled over the plurality of discrete position fixes by using a third calculation technique between successive discrete position fixes;applying a third weight ...

EFFICIENCY OF A CARGO SHIPPING SYSTEM

Systems, methods, and software can be used to improve efficiency of a cargo shipping system. In some aspect, a cargo transportation unit (CTU) status notification is received from a cargo tracking device coupled with a CTU. The CTU status notification indicates a load status of the CTU. The CTU is determined to be ready for shipment based on the CTU status notification. Availability information associated with each of a plurality of drivers is received. A payment associated with each of the plurality of drivers is determined. A driver is selected from the plurality of drivers based at least in part on the availability information and the payment for the driver. A delivery request is sent to the selected driver. 1. A computer-implemented method for processing cargo shipping data , comprising:receiving a cargo transportation unit (CTU) status notification from a cargo tracking device coupled with a CTU, wherein the CTU status notification indicates a load status of the CTU;determining, by a hardware processor and based on the CTU status notification, that the CTU is ready for shipment;receiving, by the hardware processor, availability information associated with each of a plurality of drivers;determining, by the hardware processor, a payment associated with each of the plurality of drivers;selecting, by the hardware processor, a driver from the plurality of drivers based at least in part on the availability information and the payment for the driver; andsending a delivery request to the selected driver.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the availability information includes location information of the driver claim 1 , and the driver is selected based at least in part on the location information of the driver.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising receiving route information for the CTU claim 1 , and the driver is selected based at least in part on the route information of the CTU.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising receiving offered payment associated ...

IMPROVING EFFICIENCY OF A CARGO SHIPPING SYSTEM

Systems, methods, and software can be used to improve efficiency of a cargo shipping system. In some aspect, a cargo transportation unit (CTU) status notification is received from a cargo tracking device coupled with a CTU. The CTU status notification indicates a load status of the CTU. The CTU is determined to be ready for shipment based on the CTU status notification. Availability information associated with each of a plurality of drivers is received. A driver is selected for the CTU from the plurality of drivers based on the CTU status notification and the availability information. A delivery request is sent to the selected driver. 1. A computer-implemented method for processing cargo shipping data , comprising:receiving a cargo transportation unit (CTU) status notification from a cargo tracking device coupled with a CTU, wherein the CTU status notification indicates a load status of the CTU;determining, by a hardware processor and based on the CTU status notification, that the CTU is ready for shipment;receiving, by the hardware processor, availability information associated with each of a plurality of drivers;selecting, by the hardware processor and based on the CTU status notification and the availability information, a driver for the CTU from the plurality of drivers; andsending a delivery request to the selected driver.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the CTU status notification further indicates whether a door of the CTU is closed claim 1 , and that the CTU is ready for shipment is determined based at least in part on whether the door of the CTU is closed.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the CTU status notification further indicates the location of the CTU.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:receiving supplemental information of a load on the CTU, wherein the supplemental information comprises at least one of a type of the load, a value of the load, or a priority of the load, and the driver is selected based at least in part on the ...

Efficiency of a cargo shipping system

Systems, methods, and software can be used to improve efficiency of a cargo shipping system. In some aspect, a cargo transportation unit (CTU) status notification is received from a cargo tracking device coupled with a CTU. The CTU status notification indicates a location of the CTU. A load event is determined based on the location of the CTU. A delivery record is generated based on the load event. A rating of a driver that is assigned to the CTU is generated, based on the delivery record.

EFFICIENCY OF A CARGO SHIPPING SYSTEM

Systems, methods, and software can be used to improve efficiency of a cargo shipping system. In some aspect, a shipping request for a load is received. A plurality of cargo transportation unit (CTU) status notifications are received. Each of the plurality of CTU status notifications is generated by a cargo tracking device coupled with a respective CTU, and each of the plurality of CTU status notifications indicates a load status of the respective CTU. A CTU is selected to ship the load based on the plurality of CTU status notifications. A shipping order is sent. The shipping order identifies the selected CTU. 1. A computer-implemented method for processing cargo shipping data , comprising:receiving a shipping request for a load;receiving a plurality of cargo transportation unit (CTU) status notifications, wherein each of the plurality of CTU status notifications is generated by a cargo tracking device coupled with a respective CTU, and each of the plurality of CTU status notifications indicates a load status of the respective CTU;selecting, based on the plurality of CTU status notifications, a CTU to ship the load; andsending a shipping order, wherein the shipping order identifies the selected CTU.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of CTU status notifications further indicates a location of the respective CTU claim 1 , and the shipping order indicates the destination of the selected CTU.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of CTU status notifications further indicates a door status of the respective CTU claim 1 , and the CTU is selected based at least in part on the door statuses of the plurality of CTUs.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising receiving supplemental information of the load claim 1 , wherein the supplemental information comprises at least one of a type of the load claim 1 , a size of the load claim 1 , or a route of the load claim 1 , and the CTU is selected based at least in part on the supplemental ...

METHOD, SYSTEM AND COMMUNICATION DEVICE FOR HANDLING COMMUNICATIONS

According to embodiments described in the specification, a method, system and apparatus for handling communications are provided. The method comprises storing, in a memory, communication handling preferences including a plurality of criteria and, for each criterion, a corresponding indication of acceptable modes of communication; receiving an incoming communication at a processor via a network interface; selecting, at the processor, one of the criteria based on a context of the communication device; determining, at the processor, if a mode of the incoming communication matches the one or more indication; when the determination is affirmative, allowing the incoming communication; and when the determination is negative, suppressing the communication and transmitting a message to an originator of the incoming communication, identifying an acceptable mode of communication. 1. A method in a communication device having a processor , a network interface , and a memory , comprising:storing, in the memory, communication handling preferences including a plurality of criteria and, for each criterion, a corresponding indication of acceptable modes of communication;receiving an incoming communication at the processor via the network interface;selecting, at the processor, one of the criteria based on a context of the communication device;determining, at the processor, if a mode of the incoming communication matches the one or more indication;when the determination is affirmative, allowing the incoming communication; andwhen the determination is negative, suppressing the communication and transmitting a message to an originator of the incoming communication, identifying an acceptable mode of communication.2. The method of wherein the message includes an instruction to the originator to initiate a new communication having the acceptable mode.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising: at the processor claim 1 , automatically launching an application based on the acceptable mode. ...

Method and system for mapping to facilitate dispatching

A method at a server for container location verification within a container yard, the method including requesting image data from at least one image sensor apparatus affixed to a container within the container yard; receiving the image data; and processing the image data to identify a location of a target container.

PROVIDING SECURE INTER-VEHICLE DATA COMMUNICATIONS

Systems, methods, and software can be used to provide secure inter-vehicle data communications. In some aspects, a method, comprising: receiving, at a security server and from a hardware security processor connected to a system bus of a vehicle, security confidence data of the vehicle, wherein the security confidence data include at least one of version information of a software code executing on a component of the vehicle, diagnostic data information of the vehicle, or data traffic pattern information of the vehicle; determining, at the security server, a security confidence score of the vehicle; receiving, at the security server, a query from a different vehicle; and in response to the query, transmitting the confidence score of the vehicle to the different vehicle. 1. A computer-implemented method , comprising:receiving, at a security server and from a hardware security processor connected to a system bus of a vehicle, security confidence data of the vehicle, wherein the security confidence data include at least one of version information of a software code executing on a component of the vehicle, diagnostic data information of the vehicle, or data traffic pattern information of the vehicle;determining, at the security server, a security confidence score of the vehicle;receiving, at the security server, a query from a different vehicle; andin response to the query, transmitting the confidence score of the vehicle to the different vehicle.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the determining the security confidence score of the vehicle comprises:comparing the data traffic pattern information of the vehicle with stored data traffic patterns;determining a data traffic factor based on the comparing; andcalculating the security confidence score based on the data traffic factor.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the determining the security confidence score of the vehicle comprises:determining a version factor based on the version information;determining a diagnostic data ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IMAGE BASED CONFIRMATION

A method at a computing device for replacing sensor data from a sensor that has failed, the method including receiving an indication at the computing device, that the sensor has failed; receiving image data from a location associated with the sensor; and using the image data to replace sensor data from the sensor that has failed. 1. A method at a computing device for replacing sensor data from a sensor that has failed , the method comprising:receiving an indication at the computing device, that the sensor has failed;receiving image data from a location associated with the sensor; andusing the image data to replace sensor data from the sensor that has failed.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the computing device is a server claim 1 , and wherein the sensor is on a remote sensor apparatus reporting to the server.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sensor that has failed is a positioning sensor claim 1 , and wherein the using the image data comprises identifying location data within the image data.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the location data is at least one data item selected from the group including street name information; landmark information; monument information; or building information.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sensor that has failed is a positioning sensor claim 1 , and wherein the image data is compared to a database of images correlated to location data.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the images in the database used for comparing are narrowed based on information about the sensor.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the information about the sensor includes at least one information item selected from: a last known location of the sensor; a destination location for the sensor; an intended path of travel for the sensor; or a location of an access point or base station used for communication with the sensor.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the using the image data comprises comparing the image data with data from a database to replace ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DISTRIBUTED CAMERA NETWORK

A method at an image capture apparatus, the method including receiving, at the image capture apparatus, a trigger to begin image capture; based on the trigger, starting image capture for a fixed duration; and providing image capture data to a processing service. 1. A method at an image capture apparatus , the method comprising:receiving, at the image capture apparatus, a trigger to begin image capture;based on the trigger, starting image capture for a fixed duration; andproviding image capture data to a processing service.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the trigger is data from a sensor on the image capture apparatus or associated with the image capture apparatus.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the trigger is a message from a central server.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the trigger is a message from a second image capture apparatus.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the trigger includes one or more information elements selected from: an event identifier; a device identifier for the second image capture apparatus; a position of the second image capture apparatus; a range around the second image capture apparatus for which image capture data is needed; an alert type; an endpoint to report information to; a time of an event; the fixed duration; or a report timeslot.6. The method of claim 5 , further comprising:determining a location of the image capture apparatus;finding whether the image capture apparatus is within the range around the second image capture apparatus based on the location of the second device; andif the image capture apparatus is within the range, starting the image capture.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the providing the image capture data to the processing service further includes providing at least one information item selected from: a device identifier for the image capture apparatus; an event identifier; a position of the image capture apparatus; and a bearing for an image sensor on the image capture apparatus.8. The method of claim ...

METHOD & SYSTEM FOR REAR STATUS DETECTION

A method for identifying a loading bay at a facility to which a vehicle is reversing, the method including determining, at a sensor apparatus connected with the vehicle, that the vehicle is reversing; capturing an image of the loading bay; and determining, from the image, the loading bay at the facility to which the vehicle is reversing. 1. A method for identifying a loading bay at a facility to which a vehicle is reversing , the method comprising:determining, at a sensor apparatus connected with the vehicle, that the vehicle is reversing;capturing, at the sensor apparatus, a plurality of short range signals, each of the plurality of short range signals identifying a different loading bay; anddetermining, from a signal strength of each of the plurality of short range signals, the loading bay at the facility to which the vehicle is reversing.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the determining the loading bay comprises finding a short range signal with a highest signal strength.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the determining the loading bay comprises receiving a list of relative signal strengths for the plurality of short range signals and using the list in the determining the loading bay.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the using the list comprises adjusting the signal strength of each of the plurality of short range signals based on the list.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of short range signals are one or more signals selected from a group consisting of WiFi claim 1 , Bluetooth claim 1 , Bluetooth Low Energy claim 1 , ZigBee claim 1 , and Near Field Communications.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising sending results of the processing to a server.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the determining the loading bay comprises sending the captured signal strengths from the plurality of short range signals to a server.8. The method of claim 2 , wherein the loading bay is identified using a preamble of the short range signal with a highest ...

Providing inter-vehicle data communications for vehicular drafting operations

Systems, methods, and software can be used to provide inter-vehicle data communications for drafting operations. In some aspects, a method is disclosed comprising: selecting, by a hardware processor of a first vehicle, a second vehicle as a candidate for a drafting group; receiving, from the second vehicle, a drafting capability indication; in response to receiving the drafting capability indication, transmitting, from the first vehicle to the second vehicle, a drafting request; receiving, from the second vehicle, a drafting response; determining, by the hardware processor of the first vehicle, to establish the drafting group including the first vehicle and the second vehicle; and transmitting, from the first vehicle to the second vehicle, a drafting confirmation, wherein the drafting confirmation indicates that the first vehicle agrees to establish the drafting group with the second vehicle.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING UPDATES TO INTERNET-OF-THINGS DEVICES

A computer system includes a processor, a communications subsystem, and a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium. The computer-readable medium stores instructions that when executed by the processor adapt the computer system to receive an indication of a second device selected, at a first device, for update; send an indication signalling the second device to send state information about the second device; receive state information about the second device; determine, based on the state information, that the second device is ready to perform an update; send, to the first device, an indication that the second device is ready to perform the update; receive, from the first device, an indication to update the second device; and, send a corresponding indication to the second device. The second device is configured to begin updating in response to such an indication without any direct interaction with it. Related methods and computer-readable media are also described. 1. A computer system comprising:a processor;a communications subsystem; anda non-transitory computer-readable storage medium storing instructions that when executed by the processor adapt the computer system to:receive, from a device for which an update is available, using the communications subsystem, state information about the device;determine, by the processor based on the state information about the device for which the update is available, that the device is in a condition where the device is ready to perform the update;receive, from another device using the communications subsystem, an indication to update the device for which the update is available; andafter determining that the device for which the update is available is in a condition to perform the update and receiving the indication to update the device, send, to the device for which the update is available using the communications subsystem, an indication to begin performing the update, wherein the device for which the update is ...

METHOD & SYSTEM FOR REAR STATUS DETECTION

A method for identifying a loading bay at a facility to which a vehicle is reversing, the method including determining, at a sensor apparatus connected with the vehicle, that the vehicle is reversing; capturing an image of the loading bay; and determining, from the image, the loading bay at the facility to which the vehicle is reversing. 1. A method for identifying a loading bay at a facility to which a vehicle is reversing , the method comprising:determining, at a sensor apparatus connected with the vehicle, that the vehicle is reversing;capturing, at the sensor apparatus, an image of the loading bay; anddetermining, from the image, the loading bay at the facility to which the vehicle is reversing.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the determining the loading bay comprises processing the image.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the processing comprises using image recognition to identify at least one marking on the loading bay.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the at least one marking is selected from the group consisting of letters claim 3 , numbers or code.5. The method of claim 2 , wherein the processing further comprises utilizing supplementary information during the processing.6. The method of claim 2 , further comprising sending results of the processing to a server.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the determining the loading bay comprises sending the image to a server.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the sending the image further comprises sending supplementary information along with the image.9. The method of claim 1 , further comprising determining a location of the vehicle based on the determined loading bay.10. A sensor apparatus connected with a vehicle configured for identifying a loading bay at a facility to which the vehicle is reversing claim 1 , the sensor apparatus comprising:a processor;an image capture sensor; anda communications subsystem,wherein the sensor apparatus is configured to:determine that the vehicle is reversing;capture an image ...

Methods and devices for providing a text prediction

A method for use in an electronic device including a display and a keyboard, the method including: receiving input reflecting selection of one or more characters through the keyboard; generating a predicted string of one or more characters based on the received input; determining a confidence value for the predicted string, based on a determination that the received input associated with a first one of the one or more selected characters reflects more than a single tap on a key of the keyboard; and displaying the predicted string on the display based on the determined confidence value.

System and method for searching for text and displaying found text in augmented reality

A system and a method for searching for text in one or more images are provided. The method, performed by a computing device, comprises receiving an input. The computing device generates a search parameter from the input, the search parameter comprising the text. Optical character recognition is applied to the one or more images to generate computer readable text. The search parameter is applied to search for the text in the computer readable text and, if the text is found, an action is performed.

Control de acceso a compartimentos de una unidad de transporte de carga

En algunos ejemplos, un controlador dirige el transporte de una unidad de transporte de carga (CTU) a una pluralidad de ubicaciones de recogida o una pluralidad de ubicaciones de destino en respuesta a solicitudes de una pluralidad de solicitantes. El controlador controla el acceso a una pluralidad de compartimentos en la CTU, en donde controlar el acceso comprende seleccionar compartimentos respectivos de la pluralidad de compartimentos en los que colocar artículos de carga para las solicitudes, la selección basada en las características de los artículos de carga y las características de los respectivos compartimentos. (Traducción automática con Google Translate, sin valor legal)

Adjusting mechanical elements of cargo transportation units

Of The Disclosure In some examples, a controller includes at least one processor configured to receive information regarding a condition associated with a cargo transportation unit (CTU), the received information regarding the condition including information of an 5 environment around the CTU at a location of the CTU, and adjust an adjustable mechanical element of the CTU in response to the received information.

Method and system for mapping to facilitate dispatching

A method at a server for container location verification within a container yard, the method including requesting image data from at least one image sensor apparatus affixed to a container within the container yard; receiving the image data; and processing the image data to identify a location of a target container.

Improving efficiency of a cargo shipping system

Mejora de la eficiencia de un sistema de envío de carga

Se pueden utilizar sistemas, métodos y software para mejorar la eficiencia de un sistema de envío de carga. En algún aspecto, se recibe una notificación del estado de la unidad de transporte de carga (CTU) desde un dispositivo de seguimiento de carga acoplado con una CTU. La notificación de estado de la CTU indica un estado de carga de la CTU. Se determina que la CTU está lista para su envío según la notificación de estado de la CTU. Se recibe información de disponibilidad asociada con cada uno de una pluralidad de controladores. Se selecciona un conductor para la CTU entre la pluralidad de conductores basándose en la notificación del estado de la CTU y la información de disponibilidad. Se envía una solicitud de entrega al conductor seleccionado. (Traducción automática con Google Translate, sin valor legal)

Improving efficiency of a cargo shipping system

System and method for searching for text and displaying found text in augmented reality

A system and a method for searching for text in one or more images are provided. The method, performed by a computing device, comprises receiving an input. The computing device generates a search parameter from the input, the search parameter comprising the text. Optical character recognition is applied to the one or more images to generate computer readable text. The search parameter is applied to search for the text in the computer readable text and, if the text is found, an action is performed.

Load status of transport chassis

In some examples, a system receives sensor data from a sensor of a transport chassis configured to carry a cargo transportation unit (CTU), and determines, based on the sensor data and a profile learned based on past data, whether the transport chassis is loaded with a CTU or cargo.

Controlling access to compartments of a cargo transportation unit

Adjusting components of cargo transportation units

Adjusting mechanical elements of cargo transportation units

Of The Disclosure In some examples, a controller includes at least one processor configured to receive information regarding a condition associated with a cargo transportation unit (CTU), the received information regarding the condition including information of an 5 environment around the CTU at a location of the CTU, and adjust an adjustable mechanical element of the CTU in response to the received information.

Method and system for mapping to facilitate dispatching

Method and system for mapping to facilitate dispatching

A method at a server for container location verification within a container yard, the method including requesting image data from at least one image sensor apparatus affixed to a container within the container yard; receiving the image data; and processing the image data to identify a location of a target container.

Method and system for a distributed camera network

A method at an image capture apparatus, the method including receiving, at the image capture apparatus, a trigger to begin image capture; based on the trigger, starting image capture for a fixed duration; and providing image capture data to a processing service.

Improving efficiency of a cargo shipping system

Improving efficiency of a cargo shipping system

Improving efficiency of a cargo shipping system

Route-based selections of vehicle parameter sets

Actions associated with vehicle receiving stations

In some examples, a system receives information transmitted by a vehicle, the information acquired by a sensor of the vehicle. In response to the received information, an action is performed by the system with respect to the vehicle or content transported by the vehicle, the action comprising one or more of directing the vehicle to a location, selecting the vehicle for inspection from a plurality of vehicles, performing inspection of the vehicle or the content at a border of a jurisdiction, and loading or unloading of the content.

Adjusting components of cargo transportation units

Adjusting components of cargo transportation units

In some examples, a controller detects a compromised condition of a component of a cargo transportation unit (CTU), determines a time of performing a next maintenance of the CTU, and controls adjustment of the component in response to detecting the compromised condition and based on the time of performing the next maintenance of the CTU.

Method and system for a distributed camera network

Adjusting components of cargo transportation units

In some examples, a controller detects a compromised condition of a component of a cargo transportation unit (CTU), determines a time of performing a next maintenance of the CTU, and controls adjustment of the component in response to detecting the compromised condition and based on the time of performing the next maintenance of the CTU.

Adjusting components of cargo transportation units

In some examples, a controller detects a compromised condition of a component of a cargo transportation unit (CTU), determines a time of performing a next maintenance of the CTU, and controls adjustment of the component in response to detecting the compromised condition and based on the time of performing the next maintenance of the CTU.

Determining locations of cargo transportation units using image data

Determining locations of cargo transportation units using image data

In some examples, a system includes at least one processor configured to receive, over a network, position data acquired by a position sensor, receive, over the network, an image of a first cargo transportation unit (CTU) acquired by a camera, and determine a location of the first CTU or a second CTU based on the position data and information in the image of the first CTU.

Method and system for a distributed camera network

A method at an image capture apparatus, the method including receiving, at the image capture apparatus, a trigger to begin image capture; based on the trigger, starting image capture for a fixed duration; and providing image capture data to a processing service.

Improving efficiency of a cargo shipping system

Systems, methods, and software can be used to improve efficiency of a cargo shipping system. In some aspect, a shipping request for a load is received. A plurality of cargo transportation unit (CTU) status notifications are received. Each of the plurality of CTU status notifications is generated by a cargo tracking device coupled with a respective CTU, and each of the plurality of CTU status notifications indicates a load status of the respective CTU. A CTU is selected to ship the load based on the plurality of CTU status notifications. A shipping order is sent. The shipping order identifies the selected CTU.

Improving efficiency of a cargo shipping system

Systems, methods, and software can be used to improve efficiency of a cargo shipping system. In some aspect, a cargo transportation unit (CTU) status notification is received from a cargo tracking device coupled with a CTU. The CTU status notification indicates a load status of the CTU. The CTU is determined to be ready for shipment based on the CTU status notification. Availability information associated with each of a plurality of drivers is received. A driver is selected for the CTU from the plurality of drivers based on the CTU status notification and the availability information. A delivery request is sent to the selected driver.

Improving efficiency of a cargo shipping system

Systems, methods, and software can be used to improve efficiency of a cargo shipping system. In some aspect, a cargo transportation unit (CTU) status notification is received from a cargo tracking device coupled with a CTU. The CTU status notification indicates a load status of the CTU. The CTU is determined to be ready for shipment based on the CTU status notification. Availability information associated with each of a plurality of drivers is received. A driver is selected for the CTU from the plurality of drivers based on the CTU status notification and the availability information. A delivery request is sent to the selected driver.

Adjusting components of cargo transportation units

In some examples, a controller detects a compromised condition of a component of a cargo transportation unit (CTU), determines a time of performing a next maintenance of the CTU, and controls adjustment of the component in response to detecting the compromised condition and based on the time of performing the next maintenance of the CTU.

Adjusting cargo transportation unit elements in response to theft events

In some examples, a controller determines a location of a cargo transportation unit (CTU), and responsive to the determined location matching a specified criterion, determines whether a sensor monitored event indicates a theft event associated with the CTU. In response to the theft event, the controller causes adjustment of an adjustable element of the CTU.

Managing usage of cargo transportation units

In some examples, a system manages usage of cargo transportation units (CTUs) based on usage characteristics of the CTUs and target usage factors relating to the CTUs, wherein the managing includes selecting a CTU from among the CTUs to use for a cargo delivery job.

Adjusting components of cargo transportation units

Adjusting mechanical elements of cargo transportation units

Improving efficiency of a cargo shipping system

Systems, methods, and software can be used to improve efficiency of a cargo shipping system. In some aspect, a shipping request for a load is received. A plurality of cargo transportation unit (CTU) status notifications are received. Each of the plurality of CTU status notifications is generated by a cargo tracking device coupled with a respective CTU, and each of the plurality of CTU status notifications indicates a load status of the respective CTU. A CTU is selected to ship the load based on the plurality of CTU status notifications. A shipping order is sent. The shipping order identifies the selected CTU.

Method and system for a distributed camera network

Adjusting mechanical elements of cargo transportation units

Method, system and communication device for handling communications