Method for transferring transport goods in a lockable transport container, lockable transport container, and transport system
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing transport methods for sensitive or confidential goods lack adequate security and efficiency, as they cannot prevent unauthorized access by third parties, and private vehicles are not optimally utilized for secure transportation.
Innovation Solution
A method utilizing a lockable transport container with an electronic lock, where the lock can be remotely accessed by a control center upon request of the sender or recipient, ensuring only authorized access, and integrated with private vehicles for flexible and efficient transport, using a mobile network for secure signal transmission.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If private motor vehicles are used for transporting goods, then transport flexibility and efficiency are improved, but security against unauthorized access by third parties deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system segments the transport process into distinct phases: secure loading by sender, independent secure transport by delivery agent, and secure unloading by recipient. The electronic lock divides access control between sender code and recipient code, preventing unauthorized access during transport while maintaining efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The electronic lock acts as an intermediary security mechanism between the sender and recipient, controlling access to the transport container. It mediates the security requirement by ensuring only authorized parties (sender with first code, recipient with second code) can access the goods, while allowing efficient use of private vehicles for transport.
2Device complexity
If traditional transport methods are used, then simplicity is maintained, but security against third-party access deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system replaces traditional mechanical key-based locking with an electronic code-based locking system. This substitution maintains simplicity from the user perspective (entering codes is simple) while dramatically improving security against third-party access, as electronic codes can be uniquely assigned and remotely managed.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes the access control parameter from physical keys to electronic codes. This parameter change allows for more secure access control while maintaining operational simplicity, as codes can be transmitted electronically and managed through a control center without complex mechanical systems.
3Reliability
If remote access control is implemented, then security is improved, but system complexity deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The control center serves multiple functions: it transmits the first code to the sender, transmits the second code to the recipient, and can remotely open the electronic lock if needed. This multi-functionality consolidates complexity into a single centralized system rather than distributing it across multiple devices, making the overall system more manageable.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements feedback mechanisms where the control center monitors and manages the electronic lock system. The control center receives requests from senders and recipients, processes code transmissions, and can intervene for remote opening, creating a feedback loop that manages system complexity centrally while maintaining security.
Data Source
AI summary
The invention relates to a method for transferring transport goods from a sender (13) to a recipient (19) by means of a delivery agent, wherein the sender (13) places the transport goods into a lockable transport container (11), wherein the transport container (11) is locked by means of an electronic lock and a first electronic signal or a first code, wherein the locked transport container (11) is delivered to the recipient (19) by the delivery agent, wherein the electronic lock is opened by means of a second electronic signal or a second code in order for the recipient to remove the transport goods, said method providing increased flexibility, improved utilization of means of transport, and increased security.; According to the invention the first electronic signal or the first code is transmitted, in particular from a control center (10), to the sender (13) and/or to the electronic lock or the control center (10) opens the electronic lock by remote access upon request of the sender (13), and the second electronic signal or the second code is transmitted, in particular from the control center (10), to the recipient (19) and/or to the electronic lock or the control center (10) opens the electronic lock by remote access upon request of the recipient (19).