Method and system for authentication of a paper product in a dispenser
US10045668B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 25, 2015 |
| Grant date | Aug 14, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 25, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65H2701/1924
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A system and control method are provided for authenticating a paper product dispensed from a dispenser. The paper product formation is loaded into the dispenser, the formation having an identification mark engraved into a surface thereof. Within the dispenser, incident light is directed onto the surface and a digital image of the surface is captured. The engraved identification mark produces a recognizable authentication signature in the digital image as compared to surrounding surface of the paper product formation. The captured digital image is analyzed for presence of the authentication signature, and if the authentication signature is not present, the paper product formation is deemed unauthorized and a responsive action is initiated.
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