Memorial Keepsake Package With Scannable Location Sharing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing memorial keepsakes do not provide a means to identify and commemorate significant locations of the deceased, and there is a need for a system that includes a keepsake and a scannable code linked to a navigation application for locating such sites.
Innovation Solution
A biodegradable keepsake package containing a scannable code linked to a navigation application, allowing users to leave a keepsake at a significant location and upload its coordinates and memories, which can be viewed by others.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If a keepsake is left at a significant location, then commemoration of the location is achieved, but there is no means to identify or locate the keepsake for others
Solution Approach 1:
A scannable code (QR code or similar) is introduced as an intermediary element between the physical keepsake and the digital memorial system. This code contains encoded location information that can be easily scanned by mobile devices, serving as a bridge that connects the physical object to digital tracking without requiring complex embedded electronics in the keepsake itself.
Solution Approach 2:
Instead of embedding complex tracking technology directly in the keepsake, the system uses a scannable code that copies or represents the location information in a machine-readable format. This allows the keepsake to be identified and tracked through its digital twin or representation rather than requiring the physical object to contain sophisticated tracking mechanisms.
2Reliability
If a scannable code is added to identify the keepsake location, then location tracking is enabled, but the keepsake size and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system separates the identification function from the keepsake itself by using a distinct scannable code element. This code can be printed on a small tag, sticker, or card that accompanies the keepsake, rather than integrating tracking technology into the keepsake's core structure. This segmentation allows the keepsake to remain small and simple while still enabling reliable location tracking.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a navigation application website is linked to the keepsake, then digital memorial sharing is enabled, but the system requires multiple components increasing complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The scannable code is designed to serve multiple functions: it identifies the keepsake location, links to the digital memorial website, and enables sharing through common mobile device cameras. By making the code universal and compatible with standard mobile technologies, the system achieves versatile memorial sharing capabilities without requiring specialized or complex interaction mechanisms.
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AI summary
A keepsake package is provided for use with a mobile computing device, the keepsake package comprising a sachet, a biodegradable keepsake which is releasably retained in the sachet and a scannable code which is linked directly or indirectly to a navigation application website that is specific to a deceased person or deceased pet.