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Multifunction peripheral natural language chatbot

US11706357B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 24, 2021
Grant dateJul 18, 2023
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Expiry dateSep 30, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG10L2015/223
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A system and method for natural language communication between a user and a multifunction peripheral incorporates a chatbot. The chatbot response to verbal user commands or inquiries with corresponding device reports or operation. The chatbot operates in conjunction monitored multifunction peripheral states and document processing jobs, and tenders a verbal reply accordingly, supplying information to inform the user of additional matters related to the inquiry and of likely usefulness to the user.

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