Self-adjusting biometric sensor
US12277740B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 29, 2022 |
| Grant date | Apr 15, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 7, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG16H40/63
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A biometric sensor may include a scanner configured to capture a biometric data and an adjustment mechanism configured to respond to a force applied to the biometric sensor by shifting the biometric sensor from a neutral position to an adjusted position. The adjustment mechanism may be configured to respond to the removal of the force by returning the biometric sensor to the neutral position. While the biometric sensor is in the neutral position, the scanner may be capable of capturing a biometric data of a majority of users interacting with the apparatus. Accordingly, the biometric sensor may be able to operate with minimal adjustments. The biometric sensor may be part of a dispensing cabinet such that the biometric data captured by the biometric sensor may be used to control access to the dispensing cabinet. Related methods are also disclosed.
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