Luggage Identification Kit with Tamper-Proof Fasteners
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing travel-related accessories fail to effectively secure and locate luggage once it has been checked into a compartment beyond the traveler's immediate control, leading to a significant risk of loss despite technological advancements.
Innovation Solution
A kit comprising a document holder with a luggage identifier code, tamper-proof mechanisms, and luggage tags with matching indicia, allowing visual association and secure identification of luggage with the traveler, along with a method for attaching these tags to luggage and using them to associate with a travel profile for easy recognition and security.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If bar coding technology is used for baggage handling, then baggage handling reliability is improved, but human interaction for locating luggage is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an intermediary system consisting of unique identification codes on baggage tags and corresponding codes in the traveler's document holder. This intermediary visual identification system bridges the gap between automated bar coding and human ability to locate luggage, allowing travelers to quickly identify their baggage without requiring complex technological interfaces.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements copying by placing identical or matching visual identifiers (codes, patterns, or images) on both the baggage tag and the traveler's document holder. This creates a visual copy that enables immediate recognition and association between the traveler and their baggage, simplifying the locating process while maintaining reliability.
2Loss of time
If visual identifiers are placed on luggage tags and document holders, then luggage identification speed is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the identification system into two separate but coordinated components: a baggage tag with visual identifiers attached to the luggage, and a document holder with corresponding identifiers carried by the traveler. This segmentation allows each component to remain simple while the combined system provides rapid identification capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies local quality by placing visual identifiers only at specific locations where they are most effective - on the baggage tag for external identification and on the document holder for traveler reference. This targeted application minimizes overall system complexity while maximizing identification speed at critical points.
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AI summary
Disclosed is a method for locating, tracking and securing luggage. The method comprises steps of providing luggage tags configured with a luggage identifier code. The luggage identifier code is associated with a travel profile. The luggage tags further comprising one or more tamper-proof fasteners associated with one or more luggage tags. The luggage identifier code help to locate and track the luggage, while the tamper-proof fasteners help to secure the luggage.