RFID, NFC, and QR-enabled product tracking machine.

Abstract

The invention relates to an RFID and QR-enabled product tracking machine that automatically distributes and returns work clothes used in factories, hospitals, and workplaces. More specifically, the invention relates to an RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) and QR code-enabled product tracking machine with a modular machine structure that enables the individual tracking of each garment and the automated processing of distribution and returns.

Description

RFID, NFC, and QR-enabled product tracking machine. TECHNICAL FIELD The invention enables the automated production of work clothes used in factories, hospitals, and workplaces. RFID, NFC, and QR-enabled product tracking system that handles distribution and returns. It is related to the machine. More specifically, the invention combines RFID (Radio Frequency Identification), NFC, and QR codes. It has a modular machine structure supported by technology, where each garment is produced individually. RFID enables the tracking, distribution, and return processes to be automated. This relates to a product tracking machine that supports NFC and QR codes. STATE OF THE ART Currently, the distribution of work clothes to personnel is mostly done manually. This is done through various methods. Delivery and return transactions are signed by a staff member. or is provided by recording in a digital environment. But at the same time hundreds of people When work begins, the number of personnel allocated for this job should also be increased. It is necessary, but it also causes chaos in the environment. Furthermore, mechanization and traceability are limited in known systems; especially in hospitals. and clothing used in food companies is cleaned for hygiene purposes Monitoring whether the area has been cleaned is very important for occupational health and safety. In the known state of the technology, staff members can return clothing or items they have received. if it is not delivered (used the day after delivery) or if it is lost Since no records of these situations can be kept, there are shortages in the products. This is the issue. Shortages of clothing or products cause serious damage to businesses. They provide this information. These need to be registered. Therefore, at the current technical level, it is mechanically modular and supports RFID, NFC, and QR. There is no code-supported textile tracking machine available. 2 In conclusion, due to the drawbacks described above and the current usage Due to its shortcomings, it has become necessary to make improvements in the relevant technical field. Therefore, an invention is needed to overcome these problems. DEFINITION OF INVENTION The present invention eliminates the aforementioned disadvantages and the related technical to bring new advantages to the field in factories, hospitals, workplaces automatic distribution and return of used work clothes This relates to product tracking machines that support RFID, NFC, and QR codes. The advantages of the invention are as follows: • Identifying each textile product individually using RFID technology, • Product loading, delivery, and dirty return processes through integrated modules. to be done automatically, • Compact design, takes up little space, high capacity and hygienic. to offer machine, • Preventing clothing losses by managing stock and inventory processes digitally. to manage, • Hygiene in production and hospital environments in terms of occupational health and safety. monitoring compliance with protocols, • It also saves a significant amount of time in uniform delivery. The goal is to prevent staff errors. The invention is multi-story (8 stories in the preferred application of the invention) and has multiple levels on each level. having more than one independent cell (27 cells in the preferred application of the invention) It is a product tracking machine with a modular body and support for RFID, NFC, and QR codes. Thanks to this invention, the system can provide 24 / 7 automated service, with each garment individually tracked using RFID. Preventing loss and misuse, and most importantly, ensuring error-free delivery and receipt. implementation, compact and modular structure, error-free start with home feature, Hygienic and safe storage facilities are provided. 3 The products contained within the machine that is the subject of the invention are not limited to clothing. It cannot be limited; different products can be added for different businesses. available. The invention is an RFID and QR-enabled product tracking machine for both larger and smaller sizes. They can be produced in different sizes and dimensions according to demand and capacity. DETAILED EXPLANATION OF THE INVENTION This detailed explanation covers RFID, NFC, and QR-enabled technologies related to the invention. The preferred alternatives for product tracking machine configurations using only to better understand the subject and without any limiting influence It is explained in a way that will not create a problem. Product tracking machine with RFID, NFC and QR support; Product loading bay, drum, Product receiving bay, RFID reader, NFC reader, QR reader, employee card reader, credit card reader, Central The database consists of Operator screen elements. The invention incorporates a QR and / or NFC and / or RFID reader. Each cell has RFID. Items identified by their tags (preferably clothing) are stored. Staff use NFC cards. The user scans their NFC-enabled ID card at the reader and selects their defined clothing items from the screen. The machine selects the requested product, finds it, and automatically attaches the corresponding cell cover. It opens; the staff member takes the garment. When the garment is returned, the RFID tag in the soiled return module... The reader recognizes the soiled garment and removes it from the relevant person's inventory. If the staff... If they don't have their employee ID card with them, they can go to a page where they can generate a QR code. You can generate a QR code by connecting via a mobile device and scanning it with a QR code reader. She can take her clothes. The machine consists of a multi-story modular body. Preferably, it has an 8-story structure, and each There are multiple cells on each floor. These cells are preferably 27 independent cells. Total Capacity is standard 216 textile products. Total cell size according to production demands. The number, the number of floors, and therefore the capacity may vary. 4 The standard machine has eight levels, therefore it has 8 delivery hatches. Authorized The employee activates the machine in refill mode by scanning the NFC card. Drawer In this way, the user turns on the RFID reader and places the required clothing onto the RFID reader. The machine scans the cell. The machine automatically opens the lid of the empty cell. Personnel She places the scanned garment into the machine's open chamber and closes the lid. The machine performs a home (reference) operation upon initial startup. During this operation, the mechanical system... positioning motors and cover systems by returning to their zero point. It calibrates. The operator activates it by pressing the reference start button on the screen. Once calibrated, the LED located on the front of the machine will illuminate during the operation. The indicators blink and the process can be monitored on the screen. Thanks to this feature... The machine starts operating from the correct position every time it is switched on. The operator selects the product installation tab on the management screen. Locking The mechanism is opened and the clean product is scanned by an RFID reader into the relevant cell. It is placed in the cell. The product center data is placed by closing the lid. It is registered in the database. When receiving the product, the staff member scans the NFC card on the card reader. The staff member... If they do not have an identity card, they will generate a QR code on their mobile device and insert it into a QR reader. It scans the screen. The screen displays the employee's name, surname, and defined clothing or product entitlements. and the current usage status is displayed. The staff member can choose the product they want (preferably). When you select (clothing), the system automatically opens the most suitable empty cell door. The product is removed from the database once the lid is opened. Used textile products or other items can be returned using the return option on the machine. The garment is placed inside this compartment. The RFID reader there automatically recognizes the garment and One item of clothing is deducted from the relevant employee's balance in the database. This way, the item is returned. Non-returned products can be easily tracked. The products do not necessarily have to be textile products. It is not. For example, if it is a product that one wants to buy, it is located on the front of the machine. Thanks to the credit card reader in the compartment, the user can scan their card and retrieve the product from the cell. can get it. The machine operates with a central database. Every operation is recorded in real time. Personnel Automatic reporting based on garment washing frequency, stock quantity, and loss analysis. It is created. The machine integrates with laundry software and ERP software. it could be. It is a product tracking machine that supports RFID, NFC, and QR codes; the machine consists of a body, multiple Multi-level cells, each cell with a lid, RFID, NFC and QR reader, operator screen, It is unique in that it includes a card reader, a product return section, and a central database. It is a machine. The invention references mechanical positions by performing a home operation on startup. It is a machine characterized by the presence of a control algorithm. The invention, Product loading, receiving and return modules via the operator screen It is a machine characterized by its ability to be managed. The invention involves an RFID reader located within the product returns section that detects returned textiles. It is a unique machine because it automatically detects and reports to a central database. The invention allows each employee to identify themselves using a card reader or QR reader mobile device. by verifying that it can only access the products assigned to it. It is the machine that is characterized. The invention enables the automated production of work clothes used in factories, hospitals, and workplaces. RFID and QR-supported product tracking that handles distribution and returns. It relates to the machine and its features are: - Horizontal and compartmentalized storage where products identified by RFID tags are stored in each cell. Multiple storage cells and cell lids in a vertical arrangement, - Multi-story modular structure, preferably 8 stories high, containing cells. body, - RFID reader used to scan RFID products using employee ID cards and / or Enabling the scanning of QR codes with a mobile device for picking up / dropping off products. QR code reader, - Communication between the multi-layered modular body and the operator screen. control cards that provide 6 - LED indicators on the machine that illuminate during operation, - Operator screen that allows the operator to perform operations related to the machine, - A central location where products scanned with RFID or QR readers are detected and recorded. database, - The returns section where used products are left after being scanned by an RFID reader. - It includes a drum and motor that rotates the cells.

Claims

1- The invention concerns work clothes used in factories, hospitals, and workplaces. RFID, NFC and QR that automatically distribute and return data. This relates to a supported product tracking machine, and its features are: - Horizontal and compartmentalized storage where products identified by RFID tags are stored in each cell. Multiple storage cells and cell lids in a vertical arrangement, - Multi-story modular structure, preferably 8 stories high, containing cells. body, - NFC reader and / or employee ID card reader for scanning employee ID cards. QR code readers and / or RFID products are scanned for identification purposes. RFID reader, - Communication between the multi-layered modular body and the operator screen. control cards that provide - LED indicators on the machine that illuminate during operation, - Operator screen that allows the operator to perform operations related to the machine, - Information read by an RFID, NFC, or QR reader is detected and recorded. central database, - The returns section where used products are left after their RFID tags are scanned. - Characterized by containing a motorized drum that enables the cells to rotate. It is done. 2- As in Claim 1, it relates to a product tracking machine supporting RFID, NFC and QR, Its distinguishing feature is that the machine has a credit card reader on the front. 35