QR code system developed for the jewelry industry

Abstract

The invention relates to the QR code system developed to be applied to all materials with tangible and intangible value, especially to precious metals in the jewelry industry.

Description

[0001] QR CODE SYSTEM DEVELOPED FOR THE JEWELRY INDUSTRY

[0002] TECHNICAL FIELD

[0003] The invention relates to the QR code system developed to be applied to all materials with tangible and intangible value, especially to precious metals in the jewelry industry.

[0004] Although the preferred embodiment of the invention is the QR code system, 2d- code or barcode can also be used instead of a QR code in alternative embodiments of the invention.

[0005] BACKGROUND ART

[0006] A QR code system is a type of barcode that can be easily read by a digital device and stores information as a series of pixels in a square grid. The term QR code stands for "Quick Response". This name derives from the fact that QR codes can be read quickly and easily.

[0007] Unlike conventional barcodes, QR codes can store data in both directions. In this way, QR codes can store more information than conventional barcodes. QR codes are often used to store information such as text, numbers, URLs, e-mail addresses, phone numbers, etc.

[0008] QR codes consist of black and white pixels in a square grid. These pixels represent the information inside the QR code. QR codes can be read by a QR code reader. The QR code reader decodes the information contained in the QR code by analyzing the pixels in the QR code.

[0009] QR codes can be generated in various ways. A QR code generator tool or a website can be used to generate a QR code. QR code generator tools allow users to choose the content and size of the QR code. QR codes have various uses. QR codes are often used on product packaging, advertisements, brochures, business cards, websites and mobile applications. QR codes allow users to access information quickly and easily.

[0010] The operation of QR codes can be summarized as follows:

[0011] 1 . A QR code consists of black and white pixels in a square grid.

[0012] 2. The QR code reader analyzes the pixels in the QR code.

[0013] 3. The QR code reader decodes the information contained in the QR code.

[0014] The QR codes are stamped and read as follows:

[0015] Stamping of QR codes:

[0016] QR codes can be generated using a QR code generator tool or a website. QR code generator tools allow users to choose the content and size of the QR code.

[0017] Here are the steps that can be followed to generate a QR code using QR code generator tools:

[0018] 1 . Open the QR code generator tool or website

[0019] 2. Enter the content of the QR code

[0020] 3. Select the size of the QR code

[0021] 4. Generate the QR code.

[0022] Reading of QR codes:

[0023] QR codes can be read using a QR code reader. QR code readers are often used by cameras in smartphones or tablets.

[0024] The steps that can be followed to read a QR code using QR code readers are as follows:

[0025] 1 . Turn on the QR code reader. 2. The QR code is brought in front of the camera.

[0026] 3. See the content of the QR code.

[0027] The usage areas of QR codes are as follows:

[0028] • Product packaging: QR codes can be used to access product information quickly and easily.

[0029] • Advertisements: QR codes can be used to link to ads.

[0030] • Brochures: QR codes can be used to share information on brochures quickly and easily.

[0031] • Business Cards: QR codes can be used to share personal information quickly and easily.

[0032] • Websites: QR codes can be used to link to websites.

[0033] • Mobile applications: QR codes can be used to link to mobile apps.

[0034] The advantages of QR codes are as follows:

[0035] • They can provide quick and easy access to information.

[0036] • They can be used in a wide variety of ways.

[0037] • They are easy to produce and to read.

[0038] In the known state of the art, there is no QR code system applied to the jewelry industry. QR codes are not created in small sizes. Without a QR code in the jewelry industry, it is not clear where precious metals are bought and sold. When it is not clear, for example, when a 14 carat bracelet is introduced and sold to the customers as a 22 carat bracelet, which is called a carat problem, customers are victimized. Later, when the customers take the same bracelet back, even if they explain that they bought it here, if the seller says that this product does not belong to me, the customers cannot prove it. Moreover, when counterfeit gold is bought, users - customers do not know about it and even if they find out later, they cannot prove that the gold was bought there. Again, since precious metals do not have a system such as a QR code, 2d-code or barcode, when these precious metals are stolen, thieves can sell them as if they were their own property. However, if the QR code had been applied, thieves would not have been able to sell it. In the known state of the art, thieves or fraudsters cannot be traced during the sale of these products. Again, since this identification is not made on the product in the known state of the art, unfair competition is caused. This is another problem. Products with with poor quality workmanship or low carat are put on the market and it is not clear who produces and who sells. In the state of the art, there is no system to monitor this.

[0039] In conclusion, QR codes are a useful technology that can be used in a variety of ways, allowing users to access information quickly and easily.

[0040] Thus, the need to eliminate such shortcomings and disadvantages of the embodiments and currently used practices employed in the prior art entails an improvement in the respective technical field.

[0041] DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0042] The present invention relates to the QR code system developed to be applied to all materials with tangible and intangible value, especially to precious metals in the jewelry industry in order to eliminate the disadvantages mentioned above and to bring new advantages to the relevant technical field.

[0043] Although the preferred embodiment of the invention is the QR code system, 2d- code or barcode can also be used instead of a QR code in alternative embodiments of the invention.

[0044] The aim of the invention is to reduce theft and fraud. By means of a mobile device and a database, the QR codes on the products can be easily read and all information such as where the relevant product is produced, where it is sold, by whom it is purchased when the customer buys it, and if requested, TR ID number, name-surname, address or tax number, address, title if it is a company can be read through the QR code system.

[0045] Within the scope of the invention, the QR codes can be operated and read with the mobile device and the data saved in the QR codes can be matched with other institutions by the database. Thus, this will prevent those who declare the carat differently, or who steal, or who for some reason cannot explain this name or company change.

[0046] The invention can also be applied to Mint products.

[0047] Drawings

[0048] The embodiments of the present invention, briefly summarized above and discussed in more detail below, may be understood by reference to the exemplary embodiments of the invention described in the accompanying drawings. It should be noted, however, that the accompanying drawings only describe typical embodiments of the present invention and shall not be deemed to limit its scope, as the invention may, therefore, permit other equally effective embodiments.

[0049] Figure-1 : General schematic view of the invention.

[0050] For ease of understanding, identical reference numerals are used where possible to indicate identical elements in the figures. Figures are not drawn to scale and can be simplified for clarity. It is contemplated that elements and features of an embodiment can be usefully incorporated into other embodiments without the need for further explanation.

[0051] Description of Details in Drawings

[0052] Described herein are the reference numbers shown in the figures.

[0053] 1 . QR Code Laser Printer

[0054] 2. QR code reader

[0055] 3. Manufacturer

[0056] 4. Store

[0057] 5. Consumer

[0058] 6. Mobile device 7. Database

[0059] DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0060] The preferred alternatives of the embodiment of QR code system developed for the jewelry industry of the invention, which are mentioned in this detailed description, are only intended for providing a better understanding of the subject-matter, and should not be construed in any restrictive sense.

[0061] The invention is a QR code system developed for the jewelry industry, which includes QR code laser printer (1 ), QR code reader (2), manufacturer (3), store (4), consumer (5), mobile device (6), database (7), as shown in Figure 1.

[0062] In the system of preferred embodiment of the invention, a QR code laser printer (1 ) is used. However, in the alternative embodiment of the invention, a QR code or barcode printer will be used. Again, in the system of the preferred embodiment of the invention, a QR code reader (2) will be used. However, in the alternative embodiment of the invention, when a QR code printer is used, a QR code reader will be used, and when a barcode printer is used, a barcode reader will be used.

[0063] The QR code laser printer (1 ) of the invention is a device for writing QR codes on precious metals. In the invention, a square code with a minimum length of 1.5 mm can be written. Therefore, it will be possible to encode precious metals in small sizes. Depending on the size of the precious metal, larger codes can also be written. A QR code reader (2) is included in the system to read this QR code on the precious metal on which the QR code is written. This QR code reader (2) can also be a mobile device (6) or a handheld terminal. The manufacturer (3) and / or the store (4) has the QR code laser printer (1 ) and the QR code reader (2). When the manufacturer (3) produces this precious metal, he / she stamps a QR code on it. Thus, when the consumer (5) reads the QR code on the precious material, it is clear who produced this product and when. When the store (4) has a QR code engraved on this precious metal and this QR code is scanned by the consumer (5), he / she knows in which store it is sold. This QR code can optionally be annotated with the Turkish ID number, name and surname of the purchaser, the title and the tax number of the place where it was sold, the title of the place where it was produced, when it was produced, and the tax number thereof. The manufacturer (3) and the store (4) will stamp their own QR code on the precious metal. Thus, situations such as a change of carat will be prevented. Mobile devices (6) and consumers (5) will also be able to read the codes on precious metals. In addition, this data will be recorded in the database (7) of the state or relevant authorized institutions. In the event of any theft, fraud or the sale of a 14-carat product as 22-carat, since it is clear who bought and who sold the product with the relevant QR code, it will be possible to reach that person or company directly by matching it with the data in this database (7). Thus, the negative consequences mentioned above will be prevented.

Claims

CLAIMS1 - A QR code system developed for the jewelry industry, characterized in that it includes: - QR code laser printer (1 ), which is a tool for writing a QR code on the precious metal and to be used in the manufacturer (3) and the store (4),- QR code reader (2) present in the manufacturer (3) and in the store (4), which is a tool for reading the QR code written on the precious metal,- Manufacturer (3) and store (4) that write and read the QR code on precious metals,- Consumer (3) who can read QR codes on precious metals via mobile device (6),- Database (7) where the data contained in the QR codes are stored. 2- The QR or barcode system developed independently of the above claim, characterized in that it includes QR or barcode printer instead of QR code laser printer (1 ), QR or barcode reader instead of QR code reader (2).

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