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Product identification systems and methods

US11526843B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 1, 2020
Grant dateDec 13, 2022
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Expiry dateJul 21, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06V2201/10
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for identifying a product removed from a cabinet includes detecting visual characteristics of the product removed from the cabinet by a camera within the cabinet. The method may include detecting an identifier on the product removed from the cabinet by an identifier sensor, and comparing the visual characteristics and the identifier to a database of product information. The product removed from the cabinet may be identified based on the comparison of the visual characteristics and the identifier to the database of product information.

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