John H. Winkelman - Southbury CT Alberta A. Vitale - East Haven CT Christian A. Beck - Ridgefield CT
Assignee:
Pitney Bowes Inc. - Stamford CT
International Classification:
G06F 1760
US Classification:
209584, 209900, 700 30, 700400
Abstract:
This invention overcomes the disadvantages of the prior art by providing a method of removing mail from the mail stream using a mail sorting apparatus. The foregoing is accomplished by providing a method that can determine whether mail is wanted or unwanted. Thus, the present invention is directed to, in a general aspect, a method of removing unwanted mail from a mail stream using an incoming mail sorting apparatus comprising the steps of: obtaining information from a mailpiece using the mail sorting apparatus; evaluating the information obtained from the mailpiece to determine whether the mailpiece should be delivered; delivering the mailpiece if it is determined that the mailpiece should be delivered to an intended recipient or out-sorting the mailpiece if it is determined that the mailpiece should not be delivered to the intended recipient. The method may also include the steps of collecting data regarding the mailpiece including data regarding mailpieces that should not be delivered and associating the data with the intended recipient. Additionally, the data collected could be used for calculating a cost of sorting the mailpiece.
Method Of Updating An Addressee Database In A Mail Sorting Apparatus
Frank E. Seestrom - Weston CT Lyle W. Shaw - Southbury CT John H. Winkelman - Southbury CT
Assignee:
Pitney Bowes Inc. - Stamford CT
International Classification:
G06F 1730
US Classification:
707100, 707 7, 382101, 382102
Abstract:
The present invention is directed, in a general aspect, to a method of updating an addressee database in an incoming mail sorting apparatus comprising the steps of: a) providing the addressee database stored in memory associated with the mail sorting apparatus; b) providing a mailpiece to be read and sorted by the mail sorting apparatus; c) reading the mailpiece to determine whether the mailpiece is an update form; d) reading update information from the mailpiece if the mailpiece is an update form; e) updating addressee information as required by the update information on the update form. The method can be initiated by each individual employee using a readily available form and providing information manually or by using a software program resident on the employees personal computer to generate the update form information. The method provides an easily accessible method of updating an addressee database that reduces database maintenance costs.
Method Of Updating An Addressee Database In A Mail Sorting Apparatus
Frank E. Seestrom - Weston CT Lyle W. Shaw - Southbury CT John H. Winkelman - Southbury CT
Assignee:
Pitney Bowes Inc. - Stamford CT
International Classification:
G06F 1730
US Classification:
707 7, 707100, 7071041, 382101, 382102
Abstract:
The present invention is directed, in a general aspect, to a method of updating an addressee database in an incoming mail sorting apparatus comprising the steps of: a) providing the addressee database stored in memory associated with the mail sorting apparatus; b) providing a mailpiece to be read and sorted by the mail sorting apparatus; c) reading the mailpiece to determine whether the mailpiece is an update form; d) reading update information from the mailpiece if the mailpiece is an update form; e) updating addressee information as required by the update information on the update form. The method can be initiated by each individual employee using a readily available form and providing information manually or by using a software program resident on the employees personal computer to generate the update form information. The method provides an easily accessible method of updating an addressee database that reduces database maintenance costs.
Method And System For Remote Retrieval Of Messages Using Spontaneous Networking Technology
Cheryl L. Picoult - Monroe CT John H. Winkelman - Southbury CT Kevin L. Strobel - Fairfield CT John W. Rojas - Norwalk CT
Assignee:
Pitney Bowes Inc. - Stamford CT
International Classification:
H04M 1110
US Classification:
4554121, 4554141, 37910013
Abstract:
The present invention is directed to a method and system for remote receipt of a message, such as a telephone, e-mail, facsimile or paper message. A server or data center is provided for receiving messages from a sender communicating with a recipient mobile device. The data center sends the message to the mobile device. If the recipient desires to receive the message, he/she indicates this on his/her mobile device. The mobile device and the device which will receive the message, i. e. , the destination device, are spontaneously networked such that the mobile device communicates the information to the destination device without requirement of ensuring the compatibility of programs or networks. Prior to transmission, the mobile device determines if any translation or transcoding of the original message is required in order for the destination device to receive the message in proper format. Once transcoding or translation is effected, the message is routed to the destination device for output.
Method And System For Remote Printing Of Documents
The present invention provides a mobile device equipped with a wireless communication capability for generating electronic documents. The mobile device uses the wireless communication capability to communicate with a separate wireless communication tag. The wireless communication tag includes such information as a print device destination address, and the capabilities of the print device matching the destination address. The mobile device receives the destination device information and sends it and a document to a remote data processing center. The document and information may be sent via a network connection or a mobile communication device to a data-processing center. Once the data center receives the information and document the data processing center, the data center determines if any translation or transcoding of the original message is required in order for the destination device to receive the message in the a format which is compatible to the desired destination device. Once transcoding or translation is effected, the message is routed to the identified destination device, which then print the message.
Method For Maintaining The Integrity Of A Mailing Using Radio Frequency Identification Tags
Leon A. Pintsov - West Hartford CT Kwan C. Wong - Milford CT Kenneth G. Miller - Bethel CT John H. Winkelman - Southbury CT Kevin W. Bodie - Brookfield CT
Assignee:
Pitney Bowes Inc. - Stamford CT
International Classification:
G06F 700
US Classification:
700223, 700224, 700226, 700229
Abstract:
This invention creates a hierarchy of radio frequency identification tags that are related to the mail pieces in mail trays and the pallet on which the mail trays sit. This hierarchical method provides a layered approach that is designed to minimize the probability that a mailer or the post office will misassemble or misroute a mailing or elements of a mailing.
Method And System For Remote Retrieval Of Documents
Cheryl L. Picoult - Monroe CT John H. Winkelman - Southbury CT Kevin L. Strobel - Fairfield CT John W. Rojas - Norwalk CT
Assignee:
Pitney Bowes Inc - Stamford CT
International Classification:
G06F 1516
US Classification:
709206, 709203, 709205, 379 8814, 455424, 455425
Abstract:
The present invention is directed to a method and system for remote receipt of a message, such as a telephone, e-mail, facsimile or paper message. A server or data center is provided for receiving messages from a sender communicating with a recipient mobile device. The mobile device is then prompted to notify the recipient that a message is waiting. If the recipient desires to receive the message, he/she indicates this on his/her mobile device. The mobile device and the device which will receive the message, i. e. , the destination device, are provided with a tag for wireless communication. The message recipient is prompted to bring the mobile device in close enough proximity to the destination device such that the tag sends information about the destination devise to the mobile device. The mobile device communicates the information via wireless communications means with the data center. The data center then determines if any translation or transcoding of the original message is required in order for the destination device to receive the message in proper format.
Method And System For Analysis Of Ultrasonic Reflections In Real Time
Dominick A. Pagano - Weston CT, US John Winkelman - Southbury CT, US John Rojas - Norwalk CT, US James Norris - Danbury CT, US
Assignee:
Dapco Industries Inc. - Ridgefield CT
International Classification:
G01V 3/08
US Classification:
702 39
Abstract:
An ultrasonic real-time inspection method which is user-friendly in an interactive environment to provide ease of operation, as well as a combination of consistency, thoroughness, and speed of operation in flaw detection not achievable by other methods. The method offers significantly increased pattern recognition capability, which provides greater automation potential and reduced missed detection and false alarm rates.
Dr. Winkelman graduated from the New York Medical College in 1994. He works in Santa Ana, CA and 1 other location and specializes in Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine. Dr. Winkelman is affiliated with St Joseph Hospital Of Orange.
Dr. Winkelman graduated from the Harvard Medical School in 1987. He works in Boston, MA and 1 other location and specializes in Psychiatry and Sleep Medicine. Dr. Winkelman is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital.
In Crystal City, Missouri, a patient who recently returnedfrom West Africa was tested for Ebola after arriving with afever at Mercy Jefferson Hospital. Test results were expected onFriday at the latest, said hospital spokesman John Winkelman.