Procedure for keeping ready for collective parts and/or for collecting parceled parts
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing methods for handling piece goods modules are inefficient, particularly in densely populated areas, as they require significant outlay and face challenges with aerial drone transport due to access restrictions and security concerns.
Innovation Solution
A method involving the use of piece goods modules with adjustable closure devices, transported by drones and courier vehicles between distribution bases and collection points, where modules are secured to docking stations via a releasable but secure connection, allowing for efficient and flexible distribution and collection of piece goods while preventing unauthorized access.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Speed
If piece goods modules are transported by aerial drones, then transportation speed and efficiency are improved, but access restrictions and security concerns in densely populated areas worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an intermediary secure connection mechanism between the piece goods module and the piece goods cabinet. This secure connection acts as a mediator that enables safe transfer and temporary storage at collection points, resolving the security concerns that would otherwise prevent drone transportation in densely populated areas.
Solution Approach 2:
The system segments the transportation and distribution process into distinct phases: drone transport to transfer points, secure connection at collection points, and final delivery. This segmentation allows drones to operate in controlled phases rather than continuous flight through restricted areas, mitigating security concerns while maintaining speed advantages.
2Reliability
If piece goods modules are made secure with closure devices, then security and prevention of unauthorized access are improved, but device complexity and handling difficulty worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The secure connection mechanism serves multiple functions: it secures the piece goods module during transport, enables controlled access at collection points, and facilitates easy release for final delivery. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate complex mechanisms for each function, thereby managing overall device complexity while maintaining high security.
Solution Approach 2:
The closure devices and secure connections are designed to be automatically engaged and disengaged through authentication mechanisms. The system performs security functions autonomously without requiring manual intervention for locking/unlocking, reducing handling difficulty while maintaining reliable security.
3Reliability
If piece goods cabinets are set up in restricted-access areas, then security is improved, but accessibility and ease of operation by customers worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a temporal dimension to access control by implementing time-based authentication and scheduled delivery windows. This allows the piece goods cabinet to maintain security in restricted-access areas while providing customers with flexible time slots for access, effectively resolving the contradiction between security and ease of operation through time-based flexibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates authentication feedback mechanisms that verify customer identity and authorization before granting access. This feedback loop ensures security is maintained while providing seamless access to authorized users, as the authentication process is automated and does not require physical presence in restricted areas.
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AI summary
A method for holding piece goods to be collected, and/or for gathering together piece goods to be dropped off. At least one piece goods module has a plurality of separate piece goods compartments at a collection point. The piece goods compartments each have a closure device adjustable from a closure position preventing access to the piece goods compartment into an opening position, which opens up access to the piece goods compartment and back. The piece goods module is transported by a drone by air from a distribution base to a transfer point and/or vice versa. The piece goods module is transported by a courier vehicle from the transfer point to the collection point and/or vice versa. At the collection point the at least one piece goods module is secured captively to a docking station and/or is separated from the docking station which is connected to the piece goods module.