Synchronized Address Coding and Print Sequencing for Parcel Delivery
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional address systems are inefficient and difficult to maintain, especially in areas lacking structured addressing systems, leading to substandard postal and parcel delivery, and hindering access to modern services and data updates.
Innovation Solution
A geographical-based unique address identification code (SID) system that integrates a Master Address Database and delivery sequence number, allowing for efficient sorting and printing of documents and parcels, even in areas without structured addressing systems.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional address systems are used, then addresses can identify locations using street names and numbers, but the systems are difficult to update and maintain as cities grow and political boundaries are redrawn
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transforms the address system from a static, hierarchical structure (street names, numbers, cities) to a dynamic coordinate-based system where addresses are defined by geographical coordinates and delivery sequences. This parameter change enables automatic updates when boundaries change, eliminating the maintenance burden of traditional systems while preserving accurate location identification.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the mechanical, manual update process of traditional address systems with an automated digital system. Coordinates and delivery sequences are stored in databases and can be updated programmatically, substituting manual administrative work with automated data management.
2Measurement precision
If detailed address information is collected, then unique addresses can be identified, but the amount of data required makes addresses not ideal for the digital world
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts only the essential identifying information (coordinates and delivery sequence) from the full address dataset. Instead of storing and processing multiple fields (street name, number, type, city, state, zip), the system uses a minimal set of data elements that uniquely identify each address, reducing data volume while maintaining precision.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a simplified digital representation of addresses through coordinates and delivery sequences that can be easily stored, transmitted, and processed in digital systems. This copied representation maintains the unique identification function while being optimized for digital environments.
3Productivity
If structured address systems are implemented, then postal delivery can be organized, but areas lacking such systems have substandard parcel delivery
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a universal addressing system based on geographical coordinates that can be applied to any location regardless of whether it has a traditional structured address system. The coordinate-based approach works equally well in developed and developing countries, providing adaptable delivery organization across diverse geographical contexts.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments the delivery system into coordinate-based location identification and delivery sequence routing. This segmentation allows the system to function independently of traditional address structures, enabling efficient parcel delivery organization in areas without established addressing systems by dividing the problem into location identification and delivery routing components.
4Ease of operation
If traditional address systems are used, then addresses can be displayed and printed, but expensive sorting equipment is required for efficient delivery
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces expensive mechanical sorting equipment with automated software-based sorting using coordinates and delivery sequences. The system uses digital data processing to organize deliveries, substituting physical sorting machinery with computational algorithms that can be implemented on standard computing devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent enables the address system to perform its own sorting function through the integrated delivery sequence information. The coordinate-based addresses inherently contain routing information that allows automatic self-sorting without requiring external expensive sorting equipment, making the system self-sufficient.
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AI summary
Techniques for synchronized address coding and print sequencing are disclosed. In one embodiment, the techniques may be realized as a method for assignment of a geographical based unique address identification code (e.g., a Synchronized ID (SID or Pointer)) to a dwelling or business. The techniques may further include integration of a SID based Master Address Database, SID based search maps and/or the association of a delivery sequence number to one or more SIDs or Pointers. The delivery sequence may contain the route and the delivery sequence within the route. The delivery sequence may thus facilitate the sortation of documents and parcels into the intended delivery sequence at the time of printing the address label or waybill. The descriptive address and delivery sequence associated to a pointer may be obtained via internet from the master address database to be displayed or printed. Thus, the system may avoid stagnant or outdated data.