FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0001] The present invention relates to a method for delivery of goods. Specifically, the present invention relates to a method for secure delivery of a purchased item by means of a smart 5 packing box. The present invention further relates to a smart packing box that detects tampering with the parcel carrying the item and informs the parties involved in selling and purchasing i.e. the seller and the purchaser of the item.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0002] Background description includes information that may be useful in understanding the present invention. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently claimed invention, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.
[0003] Online shopping has increased many fold in recent times estimating around 28 percent. 15 Current active e-commerce penetration in India stands only 28 percent, with lots of room for improvement - India's retail e-commerce CAGR is projected to reach 23 percent from 2016 to 2021. Close to 329.1 million people are projected to buy goods and services online in India by 2020.
[0004] When we order any product we always look for the authenticated product or the original 20 product that we have ordered but sometimes we get the wrong product this is because of the presence of some mediator in between who can easily break the seal of the product and change the product or sometimes steal the product. This can be called as man in the middle attack. Sometimes it results in a conflict between the company and the purchaser which further results in a dissatisfaction on both the ends. The online sellers/retailers take ample precautions to ensure 25 safe delivery of purchased goods but still when it comes to delivery process most of the customers are afraid of getting damaged/tempered/changed and forged products.
[0005] There is, therefore, a need to develop a system which can secure the online delivery of purchased items. The present invention provides a smart box that helps trigger an alert message in case of tempering and sends it to the persons at both the ends. 30
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OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION
[0006] An object of the present invention is to provide a method for secure delivery of a purchased item by means of a smart packing box.
[0007] Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a smart packing box that detects tampering with the parcel carrying the item. 5
[0008] Another object of the present invention is to provide a smart packing box that transmits a message to convey that a potential tempering has happened with the delivery box.
[0009] An object of the present invention is to provide a smart box which helps maintain the authenticity and originality of the purchased product.
[0010] Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a smart packing box that 10 informs both the seller and the purchaser if any tempering happens with the delivery box before it is delivered to its destination.
[0011] The other objects and preferred embodiments and advantages of the present invention will become more apparent from the following description of the present invention when read in conjunction with the accompanying examples and figures, which are not intended to limit scope 15 of the present invention in any manner.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0012] This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts in a simplified form that are further described below in Detailed Description section. This summary is not intended to 20 identify key features or essential features of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended to be used as an aid in determining the scope of the claimed subject matter.
[0013] The present invention relates to a method for delivery of goods. Specifically, the present invention relates to a method for secure delivery of a purchased item by means of a smart packing box. 25
[0014] In one aspect, the present invention relates to a smart packing box that detects tampering with the parcel carrying the item.
[0015] In one aspect, the present invention relates to a method for secure delivery of a purchased item by means of a smart packing box, wherein the smart packing box comprises smart circuit, further comprising GPS (i.e. Global Positioning System), GSM (Global System for Mobile 30 Communication), sensors, and a microcontroller. - 3 -
[0016] In another aspect, the present invention relates to a smart box wherein the smart packing box is configured to detect an act of tempering.
[0017] In another aspect, the present invention relates to a smart box wherein upon detecting an act of tempering, the smart box transmits a message to convey that a potential tempering has happened with the delivery box. 5
[0018] In another aspect, the present invention relates to a smart packing box that informs both the seller and the purchaser if any tempering happens with the delivery box before it is delivered to its destination.
[0019] In yet another aspect, the present invention relates to a smart box wherein the message to convey potential tempering is sent to both the seller and the purchaser of the item. 10
[0020] In still another aspect, the present invention relates to a smart box wherein information to the seller and purchaser of the item is sent as a message comprising route, status and tampering information.
[0021] In another aspect, the present invention relates to a smart box wherein tempering may be any unwanted activity or theft in between the delivery of the purchased product. 15
[0022] In yet another aspect, the present invention relates to a smart box which helps maintain the authenticity and originality of the purchased product.
[0023] Other aspects of the invention will be set forth in the description which follows, and in part will be apparent from the description, or may be learnt by the practice of the invention.
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BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS THE INVENTION
[0024] The following drawings form part of the present specification and are included to further illustrate aspects of the present disclosure. The disclosure may be better understood by reference to the drawings in combination with the detailed description of the specific embodiments presented herein. 25
Figure 1: Flow Diagram depicting the process of online order and method for safe delivery of purchased items using smart box, if customer avails the option with smart box.
Figure 2: Block diagram depicting the system for safe delivery of items purchased via internet and process followed while using smart box.
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DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0025] The following is a detailed description of embodiments of the disclosure. The embodiments are in such detail as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of detail offered is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within 5 the spirit and scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
[0026] All publications herein are incorporated by reference to the same extent as if each individual publication or patent application were specifically and individually indicated to be incorporated by reference. Where a definition or use of a term in an incorporated reference is inconsistent or contrary to the definition of that term provided herein, the definition of that term 10 provided herein applies and the definition of that term in the reference does not apply.
[0027] Reference throughout this specification to “one embodiment” or “an embodiment” means that a particular feature, structure or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment is included in at least one embodiment. Thus, the appearances of the phrases “in one embodiment” or “in an embodiment” in various places throughout this specification are not 15 necessarily all referring to the same embodiment. Furthermore, the particular features, structures, or characteristics may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments.
[0028] In some embodiments, the numbers expressing quantities of ingredients, properties such as concentration, reaction conditions, and so forth, used to describe and claim certain embodiments of the invention are to be understood as being modified in some instances by the 20 term “about.” Accordingly, in some embodiments, the numerical parameters set forth in the written description and attached claims are approximations that can vary depending upon the desired properties sought to be obtained by a particular embodiment. In some embodiments, the numerical parameters should be construed in light of the number of reported significant digits and by applying ordinary rounding techniques. Notwithstanding that the numerical ranges and 25 parameters setting forth the broad scope of some embodiments of the invention are approximations, the numerical values set forth in the specific examples are reported as precisely as practicable. The numerical values presented in some embodiments of the invention may contain certain errors necessarily resulting from the standard deviation found in their respective testing measurements. 30 - 5 -
[0029] As used in the description herein and throughout the claims that follow, the meaning of “a,” “an,” and “the” includes plural reference unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Also, as used in the description herein, the meaning of “in” includes “in” and “on” unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.
[0030] Unless the context requires otherwise, throughout the specification which follow, the 5 word “comprise” and variations thereof, such as, “comprises” and “comprising” are to be construed in an open, inclusive sense that is as “including, but not limited to.”
[0031] The recitation of ranges of values herein is merely intended to serve as a shorthand method of referring individually to each separate value falling within the range. Unless otherwise indicated herein, each individual value is incorporated into the specification as if it were 10 individually recited herein. All methods described herein can be performed in any suitable order unless otherwise indicated herein or otherwise clearly contradicted by context. The use of any and all examples, or exemplary language (e.g. “such as”) provided with respect to certain embodiments herein is intended merely to better illuminate the invention and does not pose a limitation on the scope of the invention otherwise claimed. No language in the specification 15 should be construed as indicating any non-claimed element essential to the practice of the invention.
[0032] Groupings of alternative elements or embodiments of the invention disclosed herein are not to be construed as limitations. Each group member can be referred to and claimed individually or in any combination with other members of the group or other elements found 20 herein. One or more members of a group can be included in, or deleted from, a group for reasons of convenience and/or patentability. When any such inclusion or deletion occurs, the specification is herein deemed to contain the group as modified thus fulfilling the written description of all Markush groups used in the appended claims.
[0033] The description that follows, and the embodiments described therein, is provided by 25 way of illustration of an example, or examples, of particular embodiments of the principles and aspects of the present disclosure. These examples are provided for the purposes of explanation, and not of limitation, of those principles and of the disclosure.
[0034] It should also be appreciated that the present disclosure can be implemented in numerous ways, including as a system, a method or a device. In this specification, these 30 implementations, or any other form that the invention may take, may be referred to as processes. - 6 -
In general, the order of the steps of the disclosed processes may be altered within the scope of the invention.
[0035] The headings and abstract of the invention provided herein are for convenience only and do not interpret the scope or meaning of the embodiments.
[0036] The following discussion provides many example embodiments of the inventive 5 subject matter. Although each embodiment represents a single combination of inventive elements, the inventive subject matter is considered to include all possible combinations of the disclosed elements. Thus if one embodiment comprises elements A, B, and C, and a second embodiment comprises elements B and D, then the inventive subject matter is also considered to include other remaining combinations of A, B, C, or D, even if not explicitly disclosed. 10
[0037] Various terms as used herein are shown below. To the extent a term used in a claim is not defined below, it should be given the broadest definition persons in the pertinent art have given that term as reflected in printed publications and issued patents at the time of filing..
[0038] The present invention relates to a method for delivery of goods. Specifically, the present invention relates to a method for secure delivery of a purchased item by means of a smart 15 packing box.
[0039] To ensure safe delivery of purchased products and to eliminate tampered or wrong product being delivered to the purchaser, the present invention discloses a method for safe delivery of purchased items. The present invention relates to a method for safe delivery wherein both the parties on both the ends are informed whenever any unwanted activity takes place with 20 the purchased item during its transit. If in case someone will try to break the seal in between the delivery of the product before arrival of the product to its destination, sensor will trigger an alert message and sends it to seller as well as purchaser, thus ensuring a safe and secure delivery of the online product. The present invention ensures the safe delivery using a smart packing box that will help to maintain the authenticity of the purchased product. 25
[0040] The smart box which is smart enough to inform the company as well the purchaser about any unwanted activity or theft in between the delivery of the online purchased product. It will send an alert message to both the users, thus protecting the product from any kind of theft or tempering in transit.
[0041] In one embodiment, the present invention relates to a smart packing box that detects 30 tampering with the parcel carrying the item. - 7 -
[0042] In one embodiment, the present invention relates to a method for secure delivery of a purchased item by means of a smart packing box, wherein the smart packing box comprises smart circuit, further comprising GPS (i.e. Global Positioning System), GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication), sensors, and a microcontroller.
[0043] In another embodiment, the present invention relates to a smart box wherein the smart 5 packing box is configured to detect an act of tempering.
[0044] In another embodiment, the present invention relates to a smart box wherein upon detecting an act of tempering, the smart box transmits a message to convey that a potential tempering has happened with the delivery box.
[0045] In another embodiment, the present invention relates to a smart packing box that informs 10 both the seller and the purchaser if any tempering happens with the delivery box before it is delivered to its destination.
[0046] In yet another embodiment, the present invention relates to a smart box wherein the message to convey potential tempering is sent to both the seller and the purchaser of the item.
[0047] In still another embodiment, the present invention relates to a smart box wherein 15 information to the seller and purchaser of the item is sent as a message comprising route, status and tampering information.
[0048] In another embodiment, the present invention relates to a smart box wherein tempering may be any unwanted activity or theft in between the delivery of the purchased product. 20
[0049] In yet another embodiment, the present invention relates to a smart box which helps maintain the authenticity and originality of the purchased product.
[0050] Figure 1 describes a flow diagram depicting the process of online order and method for safe delivery of purchased items using smart box, if customer avails the option with smart box. The process starts with customer purchasing an item online, wherein the vendor gets the 25 order and initiates the process for dispatch of the purchased item. The vendor readies the material for packaging and sends an alert to the customer, giving an option to avail the smart box packaging option. The vendor explains the advantages of opting for smart box which ensures safer delivery of purchased items and shares the tracking details with customer. If the customer wants smart box packaging, the process for same is initiated, otherwise, the purchased item is 30 sent out for delivery via the conventional route. When customer opts for smart packaging, the - 8 -
product is directed to be packed in a smart box. After packing the product safely in smart box, smart box is sent out for delivery and details of the same are uploaded via internet. In case of any tempering with the delivery package or the case wherein the seal is broken, the incident is picked up by the smart circuit of smart box and a message alert is sent to the vendor as well as customer alerting the same and describing the status, route and place of the packaged item. 5
[0051] Figure 2 Block diagram depicting the system for safe delivery of items purchased via internet and process followed while using smart box. The process starts when product is ordered by a customer and the vendor receiving the order and initiates. Vendor then initiates the process for dispatch of the purchased item. The vendor readies the material for packaging and sends an alert to the customer, giving an option to avail the smart box packaging option., 10 explaining that smart box consists of a smart circuit that can alert the vendor as well as customer if any seal is broken or the purchased item is tempered with before the same is delivered to the customer. If the customer wants smart box packaging, the process for same is initiated, otherwise, the purchased item is sent out for delivery via the conventional route and vendor shares the tracking details with customer. When customer opts for smart packaging, the product 15 is directed to be packed in a smart box consisting of a smart circuit, further comprising GPS (i.e. Global Positioning System), GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication), sensors, and a microcontroller. After packing the product safely in smart box, smart box is sent out for delivery and details of the same are uploaded via internet. In case of any tempering with the delivery package or the case wherein the seal is broken, the incident is picked up by the smart circuit of 20 smart box and a message alert is sent to the vendor as well as customer alerting the same and describing the status, route and place of the packaged item.
[0052] While the foregoing describes various embodiments of the disclosure, other and further embodiments of the disclosure may be devised without departing from the basic scope thereof. The scope of the invention is determined by the claims that follow. The invention is not 25 limited to the described embodiments, versions or examples, which are included to enable a person having ordinary skill in the art to make and use the invention when combined with information and knowledge available to the person having ordinary skill in the art.
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ADVANTAGES OF THE PRESENT INVENTION
[0053] The present invention provides a system for secure delivery of a purchased item by means of a smart packing box.
[0054] The present invention provides a smart packing box that detects tampering with the parcel carrying the item. 5
[0055] The present invention provides a smart packing box that transmits a message to convey that a potential tempering has happened with the delivery box.
[0056] The present invention provides a smart box which helps maintain the authenticity and originality of the purchased product.

We Claim:
1. A method for secure delivery of a purchased item by means of a smart packing box, wherein the smart packing box comprises a smart circuit.
2. The smart box as claimed in claim 1, wherein smart circuit comprises GPS (i.e. Global 5 Positioning System), GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication), sensors, and a microcontroller.
3. The smart box as claimed in claim 1, wherein the smart packing box is configured to detect an act of tempering and transmit a message to convey that a potential tempering has happened with the delivery box. 10
4. The smart box as claimed in claim 3, wherein the message to convey potential tempering is sent to both the seller and the purchaser of the item.
5. The smart box as claimed in claim 4, wherein information to the seller and purchaser of the item is sent as a message comprising route, status and tampering information.
6. The smart box as claimed in claim 3 to 5, wherein tempering may be any unwanted 15 activity or theft in between the delivery of the purchased product.
7. The smart box as claimed in claims 1 to 6, which helps maintain the authenticity and originality of the purchased product.