Systems and methods for tracking items using...

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2005-10-28

2010-06-29

Trail, Allyson N (Department: 2876)

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Systems controlled by data bearing records

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C235S385000, C235S494000, C235S380000, C340S539130, C340S573100, C340S870030

Reexamination Certificate

active

07743984

ABSTRACT:
The present invention is generally directed to a tracking and visibility system of a kind that augments aspects of traditional tracking systems by implementing mechanisms for independently detecting and verifying the whereabouts of particular objects moving through a carrier's logistics network. These mechanisms are preferably implemented without having to alter the outward appearance or manner in which such objects would otherwise be shipped. At a high level, the present invention accomplishes this by providing a comprehensive tracking system that includes at least two levels of tracking, one of which involves physically associating a wireless device with an object to be tracked, the wireless device being configured to transmit a signal that can be used to independently detect and verify the location of the particular object as it moves through the carrier's logistics network.

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