An apparatus for receiving and protecting a mail is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a receptacle having a bottom and sidewalls. The bottom and sidewalls define an interior for the receptacle. At one of the sidewalls, a cover is provided, which is operated to form a closed structure with the receptacle. The apparatus comprises a clamp provided at one of the sidewalls to removably couple the receptacle to a structure. At the interior of the receptacle, a mail is received and the cover is closed to protect the mail.

A mailbox with components which can be connected to or disconnected from the mailbox for adding or changing functional or ornamental aspects of the mailbox.

A mailbox support system comprising a triangular frame, comprising a generally vertical side having an outer side surface, a ground side having a bottom surface and lower guide hole, and an angled side having a top surface and an upper guide hole; and an angled anchoring stake, having a short end and a long end; wherein the long end of said anchoring stake passes through said upper guide hole in said angled side and said lower guide hole in said ground side, such that at least one third of its length extends beyond the bottom surface of said bottom side, and said short end lies parallel to and flush against the top surface of said angled side; wherein said upper guide hole and said lower guide hole cooperate to guide the anchoring stake through said frame at an angle between 50 and 70 from vertical.

A smart and secure mailbox includes a mailbox and a secured storage. The mailbox and the secured storage are connected through a shared section. The shared section encloses an automated flap. The shared section also integrates a weight sensor. Upon a delivery of a mail, the weight sensor provides an activation signal which triggers the automated flap. The automated flap activates and provides a gap between the mailbox and the secured storage. The delivered mail falls through the gap. Upon a placement of the delivered mail within the secured storage, the automated flap closes which secures the delivered mail within the secured storage.

This invention provides a support platform for securing the base of a mailbox to a post or other horizontal support member. More particularly, the invention is directed to a mailbox and a support for a base of a mailbox in which the mailbox is able to pivot from a substantially horizontal position to an inclined position.

This invention provides a support platform for securing the base of a mailbox to a post or other horizontal support member. More particularly, the invention is directed to a mailbox and a support for a base of a mailbox in which the mailbox is able to pivot from a substantially horizontal position to an inclined position.

Systems, devices, and techniques for producing audio for, or adding audio capability to, a collection box for delivery items that includes a user-operated door for putting items into the collection box. The system can include a processing subsystem, an audio transducer, a trigger device that is connected to, or that is part of, the door of the collection device, and a sensor. The sensor detects the trigger device when the trigger device is in close proximity (e.g., in contact), and the sensor is positioned such that it is in close proximity with the trigger device when the door is closed. In response to the trigger device moving out of close proximity, the sensor generates a signal to the processing system. In response, the processing system generates an audio signal that is converted to sound by the audio transducer, which can be heard outside of the collection box.

The present invention is an improved door for rural mailboxes, comprising of a frame and door rotating inward and vertically downward, or just vertically downward, allowing access to the mailbox for depositing or removal of mail in one motion. The frame and door made of wood, metal, plastic, rubber or other materials can be made as part of a new mailbox or made as a complete assembly to be added to an existing mailbox. The frame comprises channels with springs to hold door closed. The door having pins or one rod horizontally mounted on the door or held on each side of the door by collars and springs also used to hold the door closed or move the door vertically and inward as it moves toward the bottom of the mailbox. The pins extend into the channels on the frame.

This disclosure relates generally to novel system comprised to provide a foldable and removable mailbox or drop box which attaches securely to a door, window or the like by pinning its hook or wedge between the door, window etc. It is made out of soft and flexible outer materials so that it is safe to deploy in hallways and walkways, common areas, etc. Current invention has a very self-intuitive design so that it could be deployed without tools and no tedious installation required. This invention will reduce loss of delivery goods and items due to theft, open exposure when user is not at home.

A method, system and apparatus are disclosed. In one or more embodiments, a system for monitoring a mailbox is provided. The system may include a mailbox device including at least one sensor, such as a video camera, for detecting movement, and a mailbox communication interface configured to communicate information including sensor information generated by the at least one sensor. The system may further include a premises device including a premises communication interface configured to receive the sensor information from the mailbox device and processing circuitry configured to determine whether a mailbox event has occurred and trigger at least one alert if a mailbox event occurred. The system may further provide notification of the event to an authorized entity via mobile device, voice assistant, etc. An access control unit may be used to limit access to the mailbox to authorized individuals.