Advanced hardware system for self service checkout kiosk
US10726681B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 26, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jul 28, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 26, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG09G2358/00
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and systems for providing an advanced hardware system for a self-service kiosk are disclosed herein. In specific embodiments of the invention, a payment interface device is provided. The device includes an integrated touch display, a means for receiving payment information, and a casing holding the integrated touch display and the means for receiving payment information. The device also includes an applications microprocessor and a secure microprocessor located within the casing. The applications microprocessor instantiates an operating system and stores instructions for execution by the operating system for operative communication with a peripheral bar code scanner and a peripheral display. The secure microprocessor stores instructions to encrypt payment information for the system and is in operative communication with the means for receiving payment information.
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