Intelligent customs sampling amount task allocation system based on GPS distance and sampling capacity
The intelligent customs sampling system, utilizing GPS and IoT technologies, dynamically allocates samplers and generates inspection lists, solving the problems of insufficient manpower, unfamiliarity with procedures, and outdated equipment in customs sampling, and achieving a fast and efficient sampling and inspection process.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202511094980.0
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-06
- Publication Date
- 2025-11-11
AI Technical Summary
Customs sampling work faces challenges such as insufficient manpower and heavy workload, unfamiliarity with business processes, and outdated equipment, resulting in low sampling efficiency and difficulty in ensuring quality.
An intelligent system based on GPS distance and sampling capacity is adopted. The system obtains the location of samplers and target samples in real time through an automatic task allocation center, dynamically allocates the best samplers for rapid sampling, and uploads photos and generates inspection lists through IoT terminals to achieve intelligent management.
It effectively resolved the contradiction between insufficient manpower and heavy workload, avoided misoperation caused by unfamiliarity with business processes, improved equipment utilization, ensured sampling quality and efficiency, and supported dynamic adjustment and handling of special situations.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to the field of intelligent and information-based customs, and in particular to a system for intelligent allocation of customs sampling tasks based on GPS distance and sampling capacity. Background Technology
[0002] Customs sampling plays a crucial role in ensuring trade security, food safety, and environmental protection. It guarantees the compliance of imported and exported goods and plays an irreplaceable role in preventing the spread of harmful substances and protecting public health. However, in practice, customs sampling faces a series of challenges and pain points, as follows: The contradiction between insufficient manpower and heavy workload: With the booming development of global trade, customs business volume continues to grow, while the growth of human resources lags far behind the increase in business volume. This mismatch leads to enormous work pressure for customs officers. Especially in some busy ports, staff need to sample and inspect massive amounts of import and export goods, but limited human resources make it difficult for them to complete these tasks efficiently. In this situation, staff are often overworked, making it difficult to guarantee the quality and efficiency of sampling work, which may in turn affect the smoothness of the entire trade process.
[0003] Unfamiliarity with business processes: Customs sampling involves a series of complex procedures and regulations, which some staff may not be familiar with. This unfamiliarity can lead to operational errors or delays, thus reducing work efficiency. In certain special circumstances, such as when piloting a regular customs clearance model for weekends and holidays, staff unfamiliarity with the procedures may cause a decrease in clearance efficiency and even lead to public dissatisfaction and complaints.
[0004] Outdated Equipment: Currently, some customs sampling equipment may be relatively outdated and unable to meet the demands of modern, efficient operations. In some areas, sampling still relies on manual operation, which is not only inefficient but also prone to errors. Meanwhile, the application of intelligent inspection and sampling equipment is not widespread enough, limiting the improvement of customs work efficiency and the assurance of work quality.
[0005] Furthermore, despite the growing popularity of the concept of smart customs, sampling still relies on cumbersome manual operations. Given the diverse range of goods involved in customs trade, some of which have very short shelf lives, the time required for sampling directly determines the accuracy of test results and the speed of customs clearance. Therefore, improving sampling efficiency and reducing sampling time has become a pressing issue for customs operations.
[0006] There is an urgent need for an advanced system that can systematically prioritize customs sampling personnel for rapid sampling.
[0007] On March 3, 2025, a search was conducted in the China Patent Publication Database using "customs and sampling and positioning and distance and flow and task and allocation" as the abstract keywords, with the option to allow synonym expansion. No relevant literature was found.
[0008] On March 3, 2025, an abstract search was conducted on CNKI (China National Knowledge Infrastructure) using the keywords "customs and sampling and positioning and distance and flow and task and allocation", but no relevant literature was found.
[0009] On March 3, 2025, a search was conducted on the website of the United States Patent and Trademark Office for the term "Customs with sampling with positioning with distance with flow with task with allocation," but no relevant literature was found; the search URL is https: / / ppubs.uspto.gov / pubwebapp / .
[0010] On March 3, 2025, a search was conducted on WIPO's website https: / / patentscope2.wipo.int / for the search term "Customs and sampling and positioning and distance and flow and task and allocation", but no relevant literature was found.
[0011] On March 3, 2025, a search was conducted on the website of the Japan Patent Office (https: / / www.j-platpat.inpit.go.jp / ) for the term "Customs and sampling and positioning and distance and flow and task and allocation," but no relevant literature was found.
[0012] It is completely different from the concept of this patent. Summary of the Invention
[0013] Purpose of the invention: To provide a more effective intelligent customs sampling task allocation system based on GPS distance and sampling capacity, the specific purpose of which is described in several substantive technical effects in the implementation section.
[0014] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: A system for intelligent customs sampling task allocation based on GPS distance and sampling capacity, characterized in that: The customs sampling task allocation system includes an automatic task allocation center, which can obtain the real-time location of multiple samplers and the location of the target sample at any time. The location of the target sample includes the determination of the target customs and whether it needs to be inspected on board; when it does not need to be inspected on board, the GPS location of the goods is determined according to the customs map; when it needs to be inspected on board, the GPS location of the ship is determined. Simultaneously acquire the real-time GPS locations of multiple samplers, and compare each sampler's real-time GPS location with the location of the target sample; Select the sampler with the shortest distance and label him / her as sampler A; The required capacity for the sample volume and the available capacity for sampler A; If the required sample volume is less than the available capacity on sampler A's person; Sampling command issued; Sampler A takes a sample, and then the sampler's available capacity is reduced by the required sample volume, and the result is uploaded to the automatic task allocation center.
[0015] A further technical solution of the present invention includes determining whether the sample to be sampled needs to be protected from light, refrigerated or frozen. If it needs to be protected from light, refrigerated or frozen, then a sampler carrying or driving the relevant special equipment is given priority to take the sample.
[0016] A further technical solution of the present invention is that after sampler A takes a sample, he takes a picture of the sample on the Internet of Things terminal and uploads the sample photo, and clicks the sampling completion button; the sampling task is completed; the relevant sample is automatically added to the list to be inspected, and the list to be inspected is sent to the Customs Technology Center.
[0017] A further technical solution of the present invention is that the sampling task of the automatic task allocation center is a dynamic sampling requirement, that is, it is dynamically generated as the ship docks and the container is placed.
[0018] A further technical solution of the present invention is that when the sampler A assigned by the automatic task allocation center reports a special situation or takes leave, the sampling allocation result is manually canceled and reassigned.
[0019] A further technical solution of the present invention is that a large display screen is set up in the customs center. The large screen uses an electronic map as a carrier to display the location of each experimenter during their working hours in real time, as well as the location of the sample to be sampled in real time; this is used to dynamically control the entire sampling task.
[0020] A further technical solution of the present invention is that the evaluation method for sampled portable capacity is as follows: Empty-handed, carrying simple sampling bags, sampling suitcases, unmanned sampling vehicles or manned sampling vehicles The capacity is defined as 100%, and the maximum sampling volume is set to X liters. As the sampling work progresses, 100% is gradually occupied; the remaining volume is compared with the volume of the sample to be taken at any time.
[0021] A further technical solution of the present invention is that each sampling staff member who is on duty will be assigned a number during working hours.
[0022] A further technical solution of the present invention is that the technical center generates a technical list, which corresponds to the following laboratories: petrochemical testing laboratory, tropical aquatic product testing laboratory, cosmetic testing laboratory, food safety testing laboratory, industrial product testing laboratory, microbial testing laboratory, and vector-borne organism testing laboratory.
[0023] A further technical solution of the present invention is that the automatic task allocation center communicates with multiple samplers' dedicated mobile phones through the Internet of Things. The automatic task allocation center is also equipped with more than one supervisor authority. The supervisor authority can actively assign sampling or cancel a sampling task and then reissue it based on the sampler's feedback and leave request.
[0024] The present invention, which adopts the above technical solution, has the following beneficial effects compared with the prior art: In view of the defect of the prior art, "the contradiction between insufficient manpower and large workload", the present system can quickly match and send the nearest manpower, and can balance the contradiction between insufficient manpower and large workload well enough.
[0025] Addressing the shortcomings of existing technologies, such as "unfamiliarity with business processes," this patent avoids the passing the buck among personnel. Tasks are assigned based on an algorithm, conforming to the optimal sampling rules.
[0026] Addressing the shortcomings of existing technologies, such as "outdated equipment," this patent enables automatic allocation, eliminating the chaos of manual management.
[0027] This patented system enables the systematic allocation of priority customs sampling personnel for rapid sampling. Attached Figure Description
[0028] To further illustrate the present invention, the following description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings: Figure 1 Implementation diagram of the automatic task allocation center; Figure 2 A relational graph generated for manual intervention task assignment and inspection checklist; Figure 3 A method for evaluating the carrying capacity of a sampler; Figure 4 This is a task list. Detailed Implementation
[0029] The present invention will be further illustrated below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be understood that the following specific embodiments are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," "outer," "top," and "bottom," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the present invention. In addition, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication of two components. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to the specific circumstances.
[0030] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.
[0031] This patent provides multiple parallel solutions; the different descriptions represent improved solutions or parallel solutions based on the basic solution. Each solution has its own unique characteristics. Furthermore, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of the invention described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other. Fixing methods not described herein can be any type of fixing, such as threaded fixing, bolt fixing, or adhesive bonding.
[0032] Example 1: Referring to all the accompanying drawings; A system for intelligent customs sampling task allocation based on GPS distance and sampling capacity, characterized in that, The customs sampling task allocation system includes an automatic task allocation center, which can obtain the real-time location of multiple samplers and the location of the target sample at any time. The location of the target sample includes the determination of the target customs and whether it needs to be inspected on board; when it does not need to be inspected on board, the GPS location of the goods is determined according to the customs map; when it needs to be inspected on board, the GPS location of the ship is determined. Simultaneously acquire the real-time GPS locations of multiple samplers, and compare each sampler's real-time GPS location with the location of the target sample; Select the sampler with the shortest distance and label him / her as sampler A; The required capacity for the sample volume and the available capacity for sampler A; If the required sample volume is less than the available capacity on sampler A's person; Sampling command issued; Sampler A takes a sample, and then the sampler's available capacity is reduced by the required sample volume, and the result is uploaded to the automatic task allocation center.
[0033] The substantive technical effects and implementation process of the technical solution described herein, i.e., its basic functions, are as follows: To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, namely the contradiction between insufficient manpower and heavy workload, this system can quickly match and send the nearest available personnel, thus effectively balancing the conflict between manpower shortage and heavy workload.
[0034] Addressing the shortcomings of existing technologies, such as "unfamiliarity with business processes," this patent avoids the passing the buck among personnel. Tasks are assigned based on an algorithm, conforming to the optimal sampling rules.
[0035] Addressing the shortcomings of existing technologies, such as "outdated equipment," this patent enables automatic allocation, eliminating the chaos of manual management.
[0036] This patented system enables the systematic allocation of priority customs sampling personnel for rapid sampling.
[0037] Example 2: As a further improvement, parallel, or optional independent solution, it also includes determining whether the sample needs to be protected from light, refrigerated, or frozen. If it does, then a sampler carrying or driving the relevant specialized equipment will be given priority for sampling. The substantive technical effect and implementation process of this technical solution, i.e., its basic function, is as follows: it enables sample allocation based on sample characteristics.
[0038] Example 3: As a further improvement, parallel, or optional independent solution, after sampling, sampler A takes a photo of the sample on the IoT terminal, uploads the photo, and clicks the "Sampling Complete" button; the sampling task is completed; the relevant samples are automatically added to the inspection list, which is then sent to the Customs Technology Center. The substantive technical effect and implementation process of this technical solution, i.e., its basic function, are as follows: it combines the sampling list and the inspection list to achieve intelligent linkage, thereby accelerating the sampling and inspection speeds.
[0039] Example 4: As a further improvement, parallel, or optional independent solution, the sampling task of the automatic task allocation center is a dynamic sampling requirement, which is dynamically generated as ships dock and containers are placed. The substantive technical effect and implementation process of this technical solution, i.e., its basic function, are as follows: dynamic sampling requirements can better serve trade, making import business faster and circulation more rapid.
[0040] Example 5: As a further improvement, parallel, or optional independent solution, when the sampler A assigned by the automatic task allocation center reports a special situation or is on leave, the sampling allocation result is manually canceled and reassigned. The substantive technical effect and implementation process of this technical solution, i.e., its basic function, is as follows: manual assistance is used to handle special situations.
[0041] Example 6: As a further improvement, parallel, or optional independent solution, a large display screen is installed in the customs center. The screen uses an electronic map to display the real-time location of each lab technician during their work period, as well as the location of the samples to be collected; this allows for dynamic control of the entire sampling task. The substantive technical effect and implementation process of this solution, i.e., its basic function, are as follows: It allows for a comprehensive understanding of the entire sampling operation's allocation from the customs center.
[0042] Example 7: As a further improvement, parallel, or alternative independent solution, the evaluation method for sampling capacity is as follows: Empty-handed, carrying simple sampling bags, sampling suitcases, unmanned sampling vehicles or manned sampling vehicles The capacity is defined as 100%, and the maximum sampling volume is set to X liters. As sampling progresses, 100% is gradually occupied; the remaining volume is constantly compared with the volume of the sample to be taken. The substantive technical effect and implementation process of this technical solution, i.e., its basic function, are as follows: it is used for sampling some bag-like structures without hands (in this case, the carrying capacity does not need to be determined by 100%), and it is used to carry simple sampling bags for sampling some items that can be packed in sampling bags. The structure of the sampling suitcase is referenced in 2023107679845 - Integrated Customs Food Laboratory IoT Storage.
[0043] Example 8: As a further improvement, parallel, or optional independent solution, each sampler on duty is assigned a number during their working hours. The substantive technical effect and implementation process of this technical solution, i.e., its basic function, are as follows: assigning numbers facilitates screen monitoring.
[0044] Example 9: As a further improvement, parallel, or optional independent solution, the technical center will generate a technical list corresponding to the following laboratories: petrochemical testing laboratory, tropical aquatic product testing laboratory, cosmetics testing laboratory, food safety testing laboratory, industrial product testing laboratory, microbiology testing laboratory, and vector-borne disease testing laboratory. The substantive technical effect and implementation process of this technical solution, i.e., its basic function, are as follows: to achieve preliminary sample list allocation and simultaneously connect to the subsequent testing list.
[0045] Example 10: As a further improvement, parallel, or optional independent solution, the automatic task allocation center communicates with multiple samplers' dedicated mobile phones via the Internet of Things. The automatic task allocation center also has one or more supervisors with authority, who can proactively assign sampling tasks or cancel and reissue tasks based on sampler feedback and leave requests. The substantive technical effects and implementation process of this technical solution, i.e., its basic functions, are as follows: handling special situations.
[0046] Innovatively, each of the above effects exists independently, yet a single structure can be used to combine the results.
[0047] It should be noted that the multiple solutions provided in this patent include their own basic solutions, which are independent of each other and do not restrict each other. However, they can also be combined with each other without conflict to achieve multiple effects.
[0048] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of the present invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of the invention. Various changes and modifications can be made to the invention without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claims.
Claims
1. A system for intelligent customs sampling task allocation based on GPS distance and sampling capacity, characterized in that, The customs sampling task allocation system includes an automatic task allocation center, which can obtain the real-time location of multiple samplers and the location of the target sample at any time. The location of the target sample includes the determination of the target customs and whether it needs to be inspected on board; when it does not need to be inspected on board, the GPS location of the goods is determined according to the customs map; when it needs to be inspected on board, the GPS location of the ship is determined. Simultaneously acquire the real-time GPS locations of multiple samplers, and compare each sampler's real-time GPS location with the location of the target sample; Select the sampler with the shortest distance and label him / her as sampler A; The required capacity for the sample volume and the available capacity for sampler A; If the required sample volume is less than the available capacity on sampler A's person; Sampling command issued; Sampler A takes a sample, and then the sampler A's available capacity is reduced by the required sample volume, and the result is uploaded to the automatic task allocation center.
2. The intelligent customs sampling task allocation system based on GPS distance and sampling capacity as described in claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes determining whether the samples to be taken need to be protected from light, refrigerated, or frozen. If such a determination is required, then sampling personnel carrying or driving the relevant specialized equipment will be given priority for sampling.
3. The intelligent customs sampling task allocation system based on GPS distance and sampling capacity as described in claim 1, characterized in that, After taking a sample, sampler A takes a photo of the sample on the IoT terminal and uploads it, then clicks the "Sampling Complete" button; the sampling task is completed; the relevant sample is automatically added to the inspection list, which is then sent to the Customs Technology Center.
4. The intelligent customs sampling task allocation system based on GPS distance and sampling capacity as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The sampling tasks of the automatic task allocation center are dynamic sampling requirements, which are generated dynamically as ships dock and containers are placed.
5. The intelligent customs sampling task allocation system based on GPS distance and sampling capacity as described in claim 1, characterized in that, When sampler A, assigned by the automatic task allocation center, reports special circumstances or leave, the sampling allocation result is manually cancelled and reassigned.
6. The intelligent customs sampling task allocation system based on GPS distance and sampling capacity as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A large display screen is set up in the customs center. The screen uses an electronic map to display the real-time location of each experimenter during their work period, as well as the location of the samples to be sampled; this is used to dynamically control the entire sampling task.
7. The intelligent customs sampling task allocation system based on GPS distance and sampling capacity as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The evaluation method for sampled portable capacity is as follows: Empty-handed, carrying simple sampling bags, sampling suitcases, unmanned sampling vehicles or manned sampling vehicles The capacity is defined as 100%, and the maximum sampling volume is set to X liters. As the sampling work progresses, 100% is gradually occupied; the remaining volume is compared with the volume of the sample to be taken at any time.
8. The intelligent customs sampling task allocation system based on GPS distance and sampling capacity as described in claim 1, characterized in that, Each sampler who arrives at their post will be assigned a number during their working hours.
9. The intelligent customs sampling task allocation system based on GPS distance and sampling capacity as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The technology center will generate a technology list, corresponding to the following laboratories: petrochemical testing laboratory, tropical aquatic product testing laboratory, cosmetics testing laboratory, food safety testing laboratory, industrial product testing laboratory, microbiology testing laboratory, and vector-borne disease testing laboratory.
10. The intelligent customs sampling task allocation system based on GPS distance and sampling capacity as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The automated task allocation center communicates with multiple samplers via the Internet of Things and their dedicated mobile phones. The automated task allocation center is also equipped with more than one supervisor with the authority to proactively assign sampling tasks or cancel and reissue a sampling task based on the sampler's feedback and leave requests.