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Systems and methods for facilitating consumer-dispenser interactions

US10121306B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 15, 2013
Grant dateNov 6, 2018
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Expiry dateFeb 9, 2035

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB67D2210/00089
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Embodiments of the invention can include systems and methods for dispensing consumable products. In one embodiment, a product dispenser is provided. The product dispenser can include a user interface operable to receive consumer inputs and to present product selection information. In addition, the product dispenser can include a reader configured to obtain identification information associated with a consumer. The product dispenser can include a controller in communication with the reader and user interface, and operable to execute a set of instructions to receive from the reader identification information associated with a consumer. The controller can also be operable to execute a set of instructions operable to retrieve consumer information based at least in part on the identification information, and provide product selection information at the user interface based at least in part on the consumer information.

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