20240028578. METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR STORAGE OF DATA FOR MANUFACTURED ITEMS simplified abstract (Philip Morris USA Inc.)

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METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR STORAGE OF DATA FOR MANUFACTURED ITEMS

Organization Name

Philip Morris USA Inc.

Inventor(s)

Erwan Fradet of Nyon (CH)

Alain Sager of Bossonnens (CH)

Patrick Mauroux of Ursy (CH)

Patrick Chanez of Cheyres (CH)

Philippe Chatelain of Chavornay (CH)

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR STORAGE OF DATA FOR MANUFACTURED ITEMS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240028578 titled 'METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR STORAGE OF DATA FOR MANUFACTURED ITEMS

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a method and apparatus for storing data for a batch of manufactured items. Here is a simplified explanation of the abstract:

  • The method involves defining a range of unique item identifiers for a batch of manufactured items using a lower limit identifier and an upper limit identifier.
  • Each manufactured item in the batch is allocated a unique item identifier falling within the defined range.
  • The allocated item identifiers are stored in allocated storage space.
  • If an upper limit identifier is specified for each time interval, the amount of storage required for all manufactured items during a production time period is calculated.
  • The calculation is based on the production time, the size allocated to each upper limit identifier, the total number of manufactured items, and a percentage of unused identifiers.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Manufacturing and inventory management systems can use this method to efficiently store and manage data for batches of manufactured items.
  • It can be applied in various industries such as automotive, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and consumer goods.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • The method ensures that each manufactured item in a batch is assigned a unique identifier, allowing for accurate tracking and identification.
  • It optimizes storage space by calculating the required amount based on production time, size allocation, and unused identifiers.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Efficient and accurate data storage and management for manufactured items.
  • Improved tracking and identification of individual items within a batch.
  • Optimization of storage space, reducing costs and improving overall efficiency.


Original Abstract Submitted

exemplary embodiments are directed to a method and apparatus for storing data for a batch of manufactured items. the method comprises defining in a processor, using a lower limit identifier and an upper limit identifier, a range of unique item identifiers for the batch, wherein each manufactured item in the batch is allocated a unique item identifier falling within the range. the item identifiers are stored in allocated storage space. if an upper limit identifier is specified for each time interval, an amount of storage specified for all manufactured items during a production time period is calculated as a sum of a first product and a second product, the first product being a product of a production time and a size allocated to each upper limit identifier, and the second product being a product of the production time, a total number of manufactured items, and a percentage of unused identifiers.

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