Walmart had three patents in metaverse during Q1 2024. Walmart Inc’s patent filed in Q1 2024 relates to systems and methods for assembling unpacked merchandise in containers. The system includes an order of merchandise items, a variety of container sizes and types, and a control circuit to select containers, determine merchandise items to be placed in each container, select container sizes, and instruct the arrangement of merchandise items in the containers. GlobalData’s report on Walmart gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Walmart grant share with metaverse as a theme is 66% in Q1 2024. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
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Application: Systems and methods for assembling unpacked merchandise in containers (Patent ID: US20240083616A1)
The patent filed by Walmart Inc. describes a system and method for assembling merchandise orders in containers. The system includes a control circuit that receives notifications of orders, selects containers based on the type and size of merchandise items, determines the arrangement of items within the containers, and instructs the packing process. The system can also accommodate protective packaging for items, calculate new sizes for items in protective packaging, and select appropriate containers for different types of merchandise items.
Furthermore, the system utilizes algorithms to determine the best fit for arranging merchandise items within containers, including deformable bags and boxes. It can also handle scenarios where items need to be placed in protective packaging, fit items into cavities within other items, and arrange items in containers in predetermined orientations. Additionally, the system can display virtual packing arrangements in a virtual reality framework, enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of the assembly process. Overall, the system offers a comprehensive solution for efficiently assembling merchandise orders in containers, optimizing space utilization and ensuring secure packaging for various types of items.
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