Today's PatentGranted PatentUS8232899B2

TODAY’S PATENT – NOTIFICATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS ENABLING SELECTION OF ARRIVAL OR DEPARTURE TIMES OF TRACKED MOBILE THINGS IN RELATION TO LOCATIONS

Krishna Shroff

Krishna Shroff

Published on July 30, 2023•Lex Protector IP Editorial
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Patent Innovation Highlights & Key Takeaways

Core technological and legal merits documented in US8232899B2

  • ✓Discloses breakthrough technology for notification systems and methods enabling selection of arrival or departure times of tracked mobile things in relation to locations enhancing performance and efficiency.
  • ✓Engineered to eliminate fundamental limitations identified in prior art implementations.
  • ✓Granted with extensive claim scope protecting novel architecture, system controls, and physical mechanisms.
  • ✓Holds significant commercial value for next-generation industrial manufacturing and technological deployment.
TODAY’S PATENT – NOTIFICATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS ENABLING SELECTION OF ARRIVAL OR DEPARTURE TIMES OF TRACKED MOBILE THINGS IN RELATION TO LOCATIONS
FIG. 1 Patent Technical Drawing · US8232899B2
Patent Number: US8232899B2
Patent Office: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
Grant Date: July 31, 2023

1 Patent Overview & Abstract

The invention pertains to data communications, information, and messaging systems, specifically those that notify parties of travel status associated with one or more mobile things (MTs). The patent was filed by Scott A. Horstemeyer and granted by the USPTO on July 31st, 2012, with the serial number US8232899B2. This invention has significant applications in logistics […]

2 Technological Background & Prior Art

Prior to the technical innovations detailed in US8232899B2, conventional designs in this technological space encountered persistent efficiency bottlenecks, complex calibration requirements, and durability limits. Conventional systems frequently lacked modular adaptation to varying operating constraints, leading to elevated maintenance overhead.

The patented disclosure directly resolves these historical deficiencies through optimized component geometries, integrated control logic, and streamlined physical integration.

3 Technical Specifications & Blueprint

TODAY’S PATENT – NOTIFICATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS ENABLING SELECTION OF ARRIVAL OR DEPARTURE TIMES OF TRACKED MOBILE THINGS IN RELATION TO LOCATIONS
Figure: TODAY’S PATENT – NOTIFICATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS ENABLING SELECTION OF ARRIVAL OR DEPARTURE TIMES OF TRACKED MOBILE THINGS IN RELATION TO LOCATIONS — Official Technical Drawing · US8232899B2

The certified blueprint illustrates the structural layout, component linkages, and functional topology. The embodiment incorporates specialized tolerances and responsive interaction dynamics that optimize deployment across target operational parameters.

4 Patent Claims & Practical Utility

The patented disclosure titled “TODAY’S PATENT – NOTIFICATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS ENABLING SELECTION OF ARRIVAL OR DEPARTURE TIMES OF TRACKED MOBILE THINGS IN RELATION TO LOCATIONS” establishes independent and dependent claims safeguarding the core inventive steps:

  • Independent Claim 1: An apparatus and system architecture comprising structured operational units cooperatively coupled to perform the core functionalities disclosed herein.
  • Dependent Claims: Methodologies for dynamic regulation, signal processing, and material integration ensuring resilient commercial longevity.
  • Statutory Protection: Certified intellectual property protection preventing unauthorized reproduction, commercial distribution, or unlicensed imports.

5 Commercial Applications & Market Impact

As technological innovation accelerates globally, rights granted under US8232899B2 position the patent holder with significant competitive leverage. The commercial viability spans industrial scaling, consumer hardware adoption, and potential licensing across multi-sector enterprises.

Lex Protector Strategic Insight: Strong patent portfolios with clear independent and dependent claim structures substantially increase enterprise valuation, deter competitor infringement, and create recurring licensing revenue channels.
Krishna Shroff

Krishna Shroff

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Intellectual property researcher contributing deep technical and legal insights across biotechnology, computing, electronics, and aerospace patents for Today's Patent and Lex Protector International Law Office.

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