Order-Goods Accumulation Slides for Single and Multi-Order Flow

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing order processing systems face inefficiencies during high-order delivery periods due to restrictions in order accumulation steps, leading to congestion and reduced processing efficiency.

Innovation Solution

Implementing a system with a first slide for single-order accumulation and a second slide for simultaneous multi-order accumulation, activated based on predetermined conditions, such as slide availability and order queue length, to manage collection orders efficiently.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Device complexity

If a single slide is used for order accumulation, then device complexity is reduced, but order processing efficiency deteriorates during high-order delivery periods

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveslide configurationVSAvoidorder processing efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The system divides the order accumulation function into two distinct slide types: first slides for single-order accumulation and second slides for multi-order simultaneous accumulation. This segmentation allows the system to handle different order volumes appropriately, improving overall processing efficiency without unnecessarily complicating the device for low-volume periods.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The system dynamically switches between first slides and second slides based on real-time conditions such as order queue length and slide availability. This dynamic allocation optimizes order processing efficiency during peak periods while maintaining simpler operation during low-volume periods, effectively resolving the contradiction between device complexity and productivity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Ease of operation

If first slides are used for all orders, then ease of operation is improved, but order accumulation speed deteriorates during peak periods

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveslide operation simplicityVSAvoidorder accumulation speed
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSSpeed

Solution Approach 1:

The system segments slide operations into two modes: simple first slide operations for individual orders and coordinated second slide operations for multiple orders. This segmentation maintains operational simplicity for routine tasks while enabling high-speed processing during peak periods through the second slide's multi-order capability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The controller acts as an intermediary that manages the transition between first and second slides based on order queue conditions. It monitors the number of waiting orders and activates second slides when thresholds are exceeded, thereby maintaining ease of operation for simple cases while enabling rapid accumulation when needed.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

3Productivity

If second slides are activated frequently, then order processing efficiency is improved, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveorder processing efficiencyVSAvoidslide management complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system uses parameter-based decision-making, specifically monitoring the number of orders in the queue against predetermined thresholds. Second slides are activated only when the queue length exceeds the threshold, providing a simple, rule-based control mechanism that improves efficiency during peak periods without requiring complex management logic.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The system applies different operational qualities to different slides: first slides operate with simple single-order logic, while second slides handle multi-order coordination. This local differentiation allows each slide type to be optimized for its specific function, improving overall efficiency while keeping the control logic relatively simple through clear role assignment.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Data Source

PatentEP3859627B1Method, system, and apparatus for merging order goods and electronic device
Publication Date: 2025.09.03 BEIJING JINGDONG SHANGKE INFORMATION TECH CO LTD
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AI summary

The present disclosure provides a method of accumulating order-goods, including: acquiring a collection order queue; acquiring a collection order from the collection order queue, assigning a first slide to the collection order, and sending goods in the collection order to the first slide in response to a presence of a first slide in an idle state, wherein the first slide only allows sending of goods in one collection order at one time; and activating a second slide in response to a predetermined condition being satisfied, wherein the second slide allows simultaneous sending of goods in a plurality of collection orders. The present disclosure further provides a system of accumulating order-goods, an electronic apparatus, a computer-readable storage medium, and a device of accumulating order-goods.