Dimension Capture
The process of aiming the dimensioning device at a parcel and obtaining length, width, and height dimensions.
Mobile Dimensioning (MD) Client
The MD Client is a demonstration of a LOB app calling the dimensioning service using the MD API. The app allows for testing and demonstration of dimension capture.
LOB App
An app developed using the MD API that is customized for a specific business need.
Dimensioning Service
The combination of software that performs the parcel measurement. When the dimensioning service is called by a LOB app, it presents a user interface that is active for the entire dimension capture.
Length
The larger of the horizontal dimensions of the parcel. It is represented in inches or centimeters (user-configurable).
Width
The smaller of the horizontal dimensions of the parcel. It is represented in inches or centimeters (user-configurable).
Height
The vertical dimension of the parcel above the supporting surface. It is represented in inches or centimeters (user-configurable).
Minimum Bounding Box (MBB)
A rectangular cuboidal construct represents the minimum cuboidal volume occupied by the parcel.
Out of Range
For non-certified parcel dimensioning, measurements are out of range when smaller than 10 cm (4 in.) or larger than 120 cm (48 in.).
