Methods and systems for cloud- and mobile device-based biological inventory tracking
US9854111B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 17, 2017 |
| Grant date | Dec 26, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 17, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02A90/10
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The subject matter described herein includes methods, systems, and computer program products for biological inventory tracking using cloud services and mobile devices. According to one method, information is input from a mobile device about a specimen sample. The information includes an image of the specimen sample captured using the mobile device including an identifying indicia. The information is uploaded and stored in an encrypted format accessible to authorized and verified users. At least one characteristic of the specimen sample is determined based on the information. Tracking and status information, as well as notifications or reminders, regarding the specimen sample are provided in real-time or near real-time to the mobile device.
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