Method and apparatus for providing a proof of delivery verification for freight transportation systems
US6922133B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 2, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jul 26, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 20, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06Q10/087
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method and apparatus for providing a proof of delivery verification for freight transportation systems. A vehicle transmits an indication of arrival at a destination. A remote station receives the indication and validates the arrival of the vehicle. If the arrival is validated, a proof of delivery verification of a delivery associated with the arrival is provided to a shipper, carrier, or other interested party.
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