Lowe’s has been granted a patent for methods, systems, and apparatuses that allow a device to be configured for specific tasks, enabling fine-grain control over its use. The device’s file system and physical configuration can adapt based on the tasks it will perform, enhancing versatility. GlobalData’s report on Lowe’s gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Lowe's, was a key innovation area identified from patents. Lowe's's grant share as of May 2024 was 61%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Device configuration based on file system for specific tasks
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11983541B1) discloses a device designed for use in a retail environment. The device includes a housing, a hardware peripheral with multiple configuration states, processors, and memory storing instructions for device configuration. The device can determine its operational mode based on the file system used during boot-up, leading to a specific configuration state for the hardware peripheral's operation. This configuration can involve physical movements, user interface elements, and software updates to enhance user interaction.
Furthermore, the patent also covers a system tailored for retail settings, comprising storage media and processors to execute instructions for determining operational modes and configuring devices accordingly. The system allows for various file systems during boot-up, different configuration states for hardware peripherals, and prevents processing user interaction data in certain states. It also includes provisions for actuator-driven movements of hardware peripherals and the inclusion of a wide range of peripherals like keyboards, touchscreens, cameras, and more. Additionally, the system can incorporate a second hardware peripheral to initiate boot-up and communicate with a server for operational mode determination. This innovative technology aims to enhance user experiences and operational efficiency in retail environments through dynamic device configurations and interactions.
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