公开(公告)号：US09992633B2

公开(公告)日：2018-06-05

申请号：US15696124

申请日：2017-09-05

Applicant: Awarepoint Corporation

Inventor： Wei Geng ,  Dipal Kashipara ,  John Taylor ,  Gary Jorgensen

IPC: H04W4/04 ,  H04W4/00

CPC classification number: H04W4/33 ,  H04W4/043 ,  H04W4/80

Abstract: A BLE location system and method are disclosed. The BLE system may provide accurate location of a BLE enabled object in a three dimensional space. The three dimensional space may be a building and the BLE system and method permits accurate location at a room, bay, and bed level in the three dimensional space to be determined. In some embodiments, the BLE system may determine if a BLE enabled object crosses a boundary and the boundary may be, for example, a boundary to a room, such as a door, a boundary to a space, such as a hallway or meeting area, or a boundary to a particular location identified by set of coordinates (X,Y or X,Y,Z for example). The determination of the boundary crossing of the BLE enabled object or the location of the BLE enabled object may be used for staff and patient locating and their associated workflows as well as high accuracy asset tracking in a hospital embodiment.

公开(公告)号：US08089354B2

公开(公告)日：2012-01-03

申请号：US12899913

申请日：2010-10-07

Applicant: Matthew R. Perkins

Inventor： Matthew R. Perkins

IPC: G08B1/08 ,  G08B13/14 ,  H04Q5/22

CPC classification number: H04Q9/00 ,  A61B5/002 ,  A61B5/1113 ,  A61B5/6889 ,  A61B2560/0271 ,  G06F19/00 ,  G16H40/20 ,  H04Q2209/25 ,  H04Q2209/43

Abstract: The present invention provides a solution to backhauling health information. The present invention utilizes a mesh network to backhaul the health information. The system includes a plurality of first tags, a mesh network, and an information engine. Each of the tags represents a first object. The mesh network preferably includes a plurality of plug-in sensors located within the facility. At least one node in the mesh network operates as healthcare device. The information engine is in communication with the mesh network and determines a position location of the healthcare device and an operation of the healthcare device.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了回传健康信息的解决方案。 本发明利用网状网络来回传健康信息。 该系统包括多个第一标签，网状网络和信息引擎。 每个标签代表第一个对象。 网状网络优选地包括位于设施内的多个插入式传感器。 网状网络中至少有一个节点作为保健设备运行。 信息引擎与网状网络通信，并确定保健设备的位置位置和医疗保健设备的操作。

公开(公告)号：US20110128148A1

公开(公告)日：2011-06-02

申请号：US13021776

申请日：2011-02-06

Applicant: Nicolas C. Nierenberg ,  Dyami Caliri

Inventor： Nicolas C. Nierenberg ,  Dyami Caliri

IPC: G08B1/08

CPC classification number: G08C21/00

Abstract: The present invention provides a solution to mistaken location calculations based on multipath effects. The present invention utilizes tags attached to objects that transmit signals at various power levels for reception by sensors stationed throughout a facility. Sensor readings at the various power levels are utilized to determine the location of the tagged object.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了一种基于多路径效应的错误位置计算的解决方案。 本发明利用附着到以各种功率水平传输信号的物体的标签，用于通过驻扎在整个设施中的传感器进行接收。 利用各种功率级别的传感器读数来确定标记对象的位置。

公开(公告)号：US20110068892A1

公开(公告)日：2011-03-24

申请号：US12885509

申请日：2010-09-18

Applicant: Matthew R. Perkins ,  Anthony Truscott

Inventor： Matthew R. Perkins ,  Anthony Truscott

IPC: G06F7/04 ,  G06F17/00 ,  G06Q50/00 ,  H04L12/28 ,  H04W40/00

CPC classification number: H04B5/0087 ,  G06Q10/08 ,  G06Q10/087 ,  G06Q30/0283 ,  G06Q50/22 ,  H04B5/0031

Abstract: The present invention provides a method and system to determining a near-field communication interaction in a wireless tracking mesh network. The present invention preferably utilizes near-field communication devices in conjunction with tracking tags to transmit signals for reception by sensors stationed throughout a facility which form a mesh network and forward the signals to an information engine for analysis.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供一种确定无线跟踪网状网络中的近场通信交互的方法和系统。 本发明优选地利用近场通信设备结合跟踪标签来发送信号，以便通过驻扎在形成网状网络的设施中的传感器进行接收，并将信号转发到信息引擎用于分析。

公开(公告)号：US20100052991A1

公开(公告)日：2010-03-04

申请号：US12614428

申请日：2009-11-08

Applicant: Derek M. Smith ,  James D. Adams ,  Nicolas C. Nierenberg ,  Joseph C. Baker

Inventor： Derek M. Smith ,  James D. Adams ,  Nicolas C. Nierenberg ,  Joseph C. Baker

IPC: G01S3/02

CPC classification number: G01S5/0252 ,  G01S5/021 ,  G06F19/00 ,  H04W4/029 ,  H04W4/043 ,  H04W64/00 ,  Y02D70/10

Abstract: Techniques for accurate position location and tracking suitable for a wide range of facilities in variable environments are disclosed. In one aspect, a system for position location comprises a plurality of sensors (e.g. a network monitor, an environment sensor) for generating measurements of a plurality of sources, a plurality of objects or tags, each object generating measurements of the plurality of sources, and a processor for receiving the measurements and generating a position location for one or more objects in accordance with the received measurements. In another aspect, a position engine comprises a mapped space of a physical environment, and a processor for updating the mapped space in response to received measurements. The position engine may receive second measurements from an object within the physical environment, and generate a position location estimate for the object from the received second measurements and the mapped space.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于在可变环境中适用于广泛设施的精确位置定位和跟踪的技术。 一方面，一种用于位置定位的系统包括用于产生多个源的测量的多个传感器（例如，网络监视器，环境传感器），多个对象或标签，每个对象产生多个源的测量， 以及处理器，用于根据所接收的测量值接收测量值并产生一个或多个物体的位置位置。 在另一方面，位置引擎包括物理环境的映射空间，以及用于响应于所接收的测量来更新映射空间的处理器。 位置引擎可以从物理环境内的对象接收第二测量，并从接收到的第二测量和映射空间生成对象的位置位置估计。

公开(公告)号：US07626545B2

公开(公告)日：2009-12-01

申请号：US11925736

申请日：2007-10-26

Applicant: Derek M. Smith ,  James D. Adams ,  Nicolas C. Nierenberg ,  Joseph C. Baker

Inventor： Derek M. Smith ,  James D. Adams ,  Nicolas C. Nierenberg ,  Joseph C. Baker

IPC: G01S3/02

CPC classification number: G01S5/0252 ,  G01S5/021 ,  G06F19/00 ,  H04W4/029 ,  H04W4/043 ,  H04W64/00 ,  Y02D70/10

Abstract: Techniques for accurate position location and tracking suitable for a wide range of facilities in variable environments are disclosed. In one aspect, a system for position location comprises a plurality of sensors (e.g. a network monitor, an environment sensor) for generating measurements of a plurality of sources, a plurality of objects or tags, each object generating measurements of the plurality of sources, and a processor for receiving the measurements and generating a position location for one or more objects in accordance with the received measurements. In another aspect, a position engine comprises a mapped space of a physical environment, and a processor for updating the mapped space in response to received measurements. The position engine may receive second measurements from an object within the physical environment, and generate a position location estimate for the object from the received second measurements and the mapped space.

公开(公告)号：US20090251313A1

公开(公告)日：2009-10-08

申请号：US12484233

申请日：2009-06-14

Applicant: Matthew R. Perkins ,  Nicolas C. Nierenberg

Inventor： Matthew R. Perkins ,  Nicolas C. Nierenberg

IPC: G08B1/08

CPC classification number: G08C21/00 ,  G01S5/0215 ,  G01S5/0268 ,  G01S5/16 ,  G01S5/18 ,  H04W24/10 ,  H04W64/00

Abstract: The present invention provides a solution to mistaken location calculations based on multipath effects. The present invention utilizes tags attached to objects that transmit signals at various power levels for reception by sensors stationed throughout a facility. Sensor readings at the various power levels are utilized to determine the location of the tagged object.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了一种基于多路径效应的错误位置计算的解决方案。 本发明利用附着到以各种功率水平传输信号的物体的标签，用于通过驻扎在整个设施中的传感器进行接收。 利用各种功率级别的传感器读数来确定标记对象的位置。

公开(公告)号：US20090140861A1

公开(公告)日：2009-06-04

申请号：US12325030

申请日：2008-11-28

Applicant: Dyami Caliri ,  Derek Smith

Inventor： Dyami Caliri ,  Derek Smith

IPC: G08B13/14

CPC classification number: G06Q10/087

Abstract: A wireless tracking system and method for real-time location tracking of a extreme-temperature sterilizable object is disclosed herein. The system and method utilize a tag attached to the extreme-temperature sterilizable object which includes a housing, a processor, a temperature sensor and a transceiver. If an internal temperature of the tag is detected by the temperature sensor, the tag enters a sleep mode. The temperature sensor periodically activates to determine if the internal temperature of the tag is within an acceptable operating range.

Abstract translation: 本文公开了一种用于远程可灭菌物体的实时位置跟踪的无线跟踪系统和方法。 该系统和方法利用附接到极端温度可灭菌物体的标签，其包括壳体，处理器，温度传感器和收发器。 如果温度传感器检测到标签的内部温度，则标签进入睡眠模式。 周期性地激活温度传感器以确定标签的内部温度是否在可接受的工作范围内。

公开(公告)号：US20090102665A1

公开(公告)日：2009-04-23

申请号：US12036268

申请日：2008-02-24

Applicant: Robert Baranowski ,  Dyami Caliri ,  Derek Smith

Inventor： Robert Baranowski ,  Dyami Caliri ,  Derek Smith

IPC: G08B13/14

CPC classification number: G08B13/1481 ,  G08B13/1436 ,  G08B13/2448

Abstract: A wireless tracking system and method with a tag removal detection feature is disclosed herein. The system and method utilize a tag attached to an asset which includes a processor, a motion sensor (such as an accelerometer), a transceiver, a tag removal sensor and a power source having a limited supply of power. The tag removal sensor is an optical sensor which is activated only when the motion sensor detects motion. In this manner, the tag conserves power since the tag is typically only in motion ten percent of the day. If the tag is removed from the asset, the optical sensor confirms the removal and an alert is activated by the system.

Abstract translation: 本文公开了具有标签去除检测特征的无线跟踪系统和方法。 该系统和方法利用附加到资产的标签，该标签包括处理器，运动传感器（例如加速度计），收发器，标签去除传感器和具有有限供电功率的电源。 标签去除传感器是仅当运动传感器检测到运动时激活的光学传感器。 以这种方式，标签节省功率，因为​​标签通常仅在一天的10％的运动中运动。 如果标签从资产中移除，则光学传感器确认删除，并且系统激活警报。

公开(公告)号：US07324824B2

公开(公告)日：2008-01-29

申请号：US11008802

申请日：2004-12-08

Applicant: Derek M. Smith ,  James D. Adams ,  Nicolas C. Nierenberg ,  Joseph C. Baker

Inventor： Derek M. Smith ,  James D. Adams ,  Nicolas C. Nierenberg ,  Joseph C. Baker

IPC: H04Q7/20 ,  H04B7/00 ,  H04B1/38 ,  H04B1/034 ,  H04M11/04 ,  H04M1/00 ,  H04L29/08

CPC classification number: H04B3/542 ,  H04B2203/5441 ,  H04L12/2803 ,  H04L12/2832 ,  H04L2012/2841 ,  H04L2012/2843 ,  H04W84/12 ,  Y02D70/142 ,  Y02D70/144 ,  Y02D70/162 ,  Y02D70/166 ,  Y02D70/22

Abstract: A plug-in network appliance is disclosed. In one aspect, a network appliance performs a bridge between two wireless communication formats. In another aspect, a network appliance is deployed to perform position location services. In another aspect, a mesh network comprising one or more network appliances is deployed. A mesh network comprising one or more network appliances may be deployed to perform position location services. A plug-in form factor is described. A network appliance may convert power received from a plug in a first format to power in a second format for powering various components. A network appliance may connect with a wireless network and/or a network connected through a plug. A plug-in network appliance may connect to a weight-bearing outlet. Various other aspects are also presented.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种插件式网络设备。 在一个方面，网络设备在两种无线通信格式之间执行桥接。 在另一方面，网络设备被部署以执行位置定位服务。 在另一方面，部署了包括一个或多个网络设备的网状网络。 可以部署包括一个或多个网络设备的网状网络以执行位置定位服务。 描述插件形状。 网络设备可以将从第一格式的插头接收的功率转换成用于为各种组件供电的第二格式的功率。 网络设备可以与无线网络和/或通过插头连接的网络连接。 插入式网络设备可以连接到负重插座。 还提出了各种其他方面。