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Computerized Letter Boxes

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Smart Mailbox Sorts Messages and Informs Recipients of Their Arrival

— December 13, 2013 — Art & Design
The Smart Mailbox is an innovative alternative to the rows and rows of metal lockers that you typically find in offices and apartment buildings. For a particularly large structure, you may need more than one of these, yet this cutting-edge letterbox does great to make message collection compact and the distribution process secure.

Yun Young Ho, An Young Gun and Lee Hyung Sub conceived a cylindrical compartment with a built-in computer and keypad. When the mailman feeds an envelope into the single slot on top, the programmed Smart Mailbox reads the name and texts a notification to that particular person. The recipient interacts with the innovative postcard vault by typing in his or her unit number. Combined with a password, the letter box has sufficient information to spit the correct correspondence from the slit in its bottom.
Trend Themes
1. Smart Mailboxes - The development of smart mailboxes that can notify recipients of incoming mail presents opportunities for improved efficiency in mail collection and distribution.
2. Computerized Sorting Systems - The integration of computerized systems in traditional sorting processes allows for more secure and streamlined mail organization.
3. Automated Notification Technology - The use of automated notification technology in mail delivery enables real-time updates and convenience for recipients.
Industry Implications
1. Mail and Package Delivery Services - The implementation of smart mailboxes and computerized sorting systems can revolutionize the efficiency and security of mail delivery services.
2. Property Management - The adoption of smart mailboxes in apartment buildings and office complexes offers property managers the opportunity to enhance communication and convenience for tenants.
3. Smart Home Technology - The integration of smart mailboxes with existing smart home systems provides an innovative solution for managing incoming mail and notifications.
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