Asset apparency method and apparatus

Details Asset apparency method and apparatus Asset apparency method and apparatus

2004-02-18

2011-11-22

Nguyen, Tuan H (Department: 2618)

Telecommunications

Transmitter and receiver at separate stations

With control signal

C455S070000, C455S456100, C455S457000, C340S539130, C340S572100, C340S989000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08064841

ABSTRACT:
Methods and apparatus for making as asset apparent. An individual wishing to locate an asset uses an apparatus to enter an identification code corresponding to the asset. The identification code is transmitted in a request to the asset, where it is processed to determine how to make the asset apparent. The asset then makes itself apparent to the individual, typically by audio or visual means.

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