Systems and methods for high-precision indoor positioning, navigation and shopping behavior profiling
US8930134B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 12, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jan 6, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 30, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06Q30/0639
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A positioning system for determining the location of a portable device includes a radio network. The radio network includes radio network nodes for communicating with the portable device and measuring signal strength from the portable device. The radio network also includes a Near Field Communication node for communicating with the portable device and at least initially providing the portable device with configuration information to enable the portable device to pair with the radio network nodes. The system also includes a positioning server for receiving signal strength information from the radio network, determining a location of the portable device, providing the portable device with a graphical representation of its location within a floorplan, receiving an indication of a desired product from the portable device, determining a location of the product, calculating and providing the portable device with a route from the location of the portable device to the product.
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