Patented Innovation Driving Smart Logistics: Beidou-Based Container Electronic Lock

In 2018, Shenzhen Kinghelm Electronics Co., Ltd. (www.kinghelm.net) officially secured an invention patent from the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) for its independently developed technology titled “An Intelligent Container Electronic Lock Based on Beidou Positioning Communication and Its Locking/Unlocking Method” (Patent No.: ZL 201510595940.4).

The patent was filed on September 17, 2015, published on January 27, 2016, and formally granted on January 2, 2018. The inventor is Mr. Song Shiqiang. This milestone represents a major technological breakthrough for Kinghelm in the field of smart logistics security and intelligent transportation.

Powered by Beidou positioning and communication technology, Kinghelm’s intelligent container electronic locks—KH-201A and KH-201B—deliver enhanced security, real-time tracking, and reliable remote locking/unlocking, setting a new standard for next-generation intelligent logistics solutions.



The Kinghelm KH-201B Beidou-Based Intelligent Container Electronic Lock


Technological Innovation: Integrating the Beidou BDS System to Enhance Logistics Security and Traceability

This invention introduces a next-generation intelligent container electronic lock consisting of a housing, lock body, and locking plate. The lock body is embedded within the housing and works seamlessly with the locking plate through a precision insertion mechanism, delivering robust physical protection for container doors.

At the heart of this breakthrough is the deep integration of the Beidou Navigation Satellite System (BDS). The lock body combines an advanced locking mechanism, trigger switch, and real-time data transmission and processing modules, enabling smart monitoring, precise positioning, and remote control—significantly elevating logistics security, traceability, and operational intelligence.


Invention Patent Certificate of the Kinghelm Beidou Intelligent Lock


The information processing unit serves as the “brain” of the electronic lock, integrating a dual-mode BDS/GPS positioning module, a container door open/close status monitoring device, a data communication module, and a microprocessor for intelligent logic control. All functional modules are interconnected through the microprocessor, forming a fully integrated smart monitoring system.

The microprocessor is electrically linked to the trigger switch and precisely manages its on/off current, enabling secure remote unlocking and authorized access control, significantly enhancing operational flexibility and safety.

The core strength of this intelligent lock lies in its ability to continuously capture real-time location data while simultaneously monitoring container door status. These mission-critical data are transmitted to a centralized monitoring platform via the built-in communication module, delivering end-to-end visibility, real-time alerts, and visualized supervision throughout the entire cargo transportation process.

This advanced technical solution overcomes the key shortcomings of traditional mechanical locks—such as lack of real-time tracking, limited security oversight, and delayed information feedback—ushering in a new era of smart, transparent, and secure logistics management.


The Kinghelm KH-201A Beidou Intelligent Container Lock


Application Value: Advancing Digitalization and Security Management in Modern Logistics
As global trade and supply chains grow more complex, the demand for higher cargo security, real-time visibility, and end-to-end traceability continues to rise. The application of this patented technology delivers a step-change improvement in both operational efficiency and security control across container logistics.

This solution is widely applicable in traditional container transportation scenarios, including maritime shipping and railway logistics, where it significantly reduces risks such as theft, tampering, cargo substitution, and misdelivery. It also provides powerful technical supervision tools for customs inspection, as well as for the transportation of high-value, sensitive, or hazardous goods.

By integrating China’s independently developed Beidou (BDS) satellite navigation system for positioning and communication, Kinghelm’s solution reflects a global industry shift toward secure, independently controllable technologies within critical logistics infrastructure. This approach closely aligns with national and international strategies focused on supply chain resilience, data sovereignty, and intelligent logistics systems.

Building on the first-generation intelligent lock Kinghelm KH-201B, Kinghelm’s technical team—led by Mr. Song Shiqiang—successfully developed the second-generation compact BDS intelligent container lock, Kinghelm KH-202A. The upgraded model offers a smaller form factor, extended battery life, enhanced positioning accuracy, and multi-constellation compatibility, supporting Europe’s Galileo and Russia’s GLONASS navigation systems, setting a new benchmark for next-generation smart logistics security solutions.


The Second-Generation Compact BDS Intelligent Container Lock — Kinghelm KH-202A


Company Background: Continuous Focus on Electronic Connectivity and Intelligent Identification Technologies
The patent holder, Shenzhen Kinghelm Electronics Co., Ltd., is a nationally recognized high-tech enterprise based in Longhua District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province. Kinghelm Electronics (www.kinghelm.net) has maintained a long-term strategic focus on the R&D, manufacturing, and commercialization of RF and microwave technologies, satellite positioning and navigation communication antennas, and IoT intelligent connectivity hardware, serving a wide range of industrial and emerging technology applications.

The authorization of this invention patent marks a strategic expansion of Kinghelm’s core technology capabilities into the domain of intelligent logistics hardware. It highlights the company’s strength in delivering end-to-end integrated solutions, achieved by seamlessly combining advanced communication technologies, satellite positioning systems, and intelligent physical locking mechanisms.

Building upon the original invention patent titled “An Intelligent Container Electronic Lock Based on Beidou Positioning Communication and Its Locking/Unlocking Method”, Kinghelm has continued to strengthen its intellectual property portfolio by securing multiple related patents and software copyrights. These include utility model patents such as “An Antenna Structure Based on Communication Equipment” (Publication No. CN 219591634 U), as well as software copyrights including “High-Precision Automatic Positioning Antenna System Based on the Beidou System” (Registration No. 2021SR2191364) and “Intelligent Communication Transmission Connector Control System V1.0” (Registration No. 2021SR2195510), alongside dozens of additional proprietary technologies, underscoring Kinghelm’s sustained commitment to innovation, technological depth, and long-term value creation.


Selected Utility Model Patents and Software Copyrights Related to Kinghelm’s Beidou Intelligent Lock


Conclusion
In summary, the invention patent “Beidou-Based Intelligent Container Electronic Lock” granted to Shenzhen Kinghelm Electronics Co., Ltd. represents a forward-looking integration of Beidou satellite positioning, real-time status monitoring, and wireless communication technologies, delivering a next-generation intelligent locking solution with continuous location tracking and live status visibility.

By enabling higher levels of transparency, security, and operational efficiency throughout the logistics supply chain, this technology provides robust technical support for modern, data-driven logistics management. It demonstrates strong commercial viability and broad industry adoption potential, particularly in high-value and security-sensitive transportation scenarios. The successful patent authorization further strengthens Kinghelm’s intellectual property portfolio and reinforces its position as an innovative technology leader in intelligent logistics and satellite-enabled connectivity solutions.

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