Mobile tag local data reporting system

Abstract

A mobile tag tracking system for providing mobile security monitoring is provided. The system includes a communications facility; a communications network coupled to the communications facility; and a mobile tag coupled to an item to be monitored. The mobile tag has a processor having a memory and for controlling operation of the mobile tag; a radio communications component coupled to the processor providing at least one of wide area communications over the communications network and local communications access to wireless devices; a power supply coupled to the processor for providing power to the mobile tag; and a location tracking component coupled to the processor for determining the location of the mobile tag and providing a location signal to the processor. Information about the item coupled to the tag is stored in the memory and local communications access is enabled in response to an instruction received at the mobile tag.

Description

technical field [0001] The present disclosure relates generally to radio frequency communications, and more particularly to a mobile tag local data reporting system. Background technique [0002] A common method of identifying a container with dangerous goods involves the use of a card or placard placed on the outside of the container or vehicle. These cards usually display a number designating an internationally recognized cargo identification system. If a shipment has an accident during transit, it is expected that the response team will read the placard and look at the number in the database or book for the nature of the material involved. There are two problems with this process. First, the poster may not always be easily visible at the accident site because it may be detached or covered by debris. Second, the poster also gave no information about the volume of the contents of the cargo or the condition of the cargo such as temperature, pressure, etc. Another problem...

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Problems solved by technology

First, the poster may not always be easily visible at the accident site as it may be detached or covered by debris

Second, the poster also gives no information about the volume of the contents of the cargo or the condition of the cargo such as temperature, pressure, etc.

Another problem is that while the intent of the poster is to help shippers and emergency teams with the cargo, the placard also informs others of the dangerous nature of the cargo, which is a safety hazard since dangerous cargo can be attacked to deliberately cause disaster

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