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Self checkout with security checks based on categorized items

US10157379B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 12, 2014
Grant dateDec 18, 2018
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Expiry dateMar 15, 2037

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG07G1/0072
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Method and apparatus for performing security checks at a self-checkout kiosk in a retail store. The customers can create lists of items for purchase as they shop. When a customer is ready to pay, his list can be divided into sub-lists. Each sub-list can include items that require the same type of security check. The customer can then be provided with the sub-lists and an instruction for each sub-list that explains how the customer should arrange the items on the sub-list for a security check. After the customer has properly arranged the items on a sub-list, the relevant security check can be performed.

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