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Systems containing multiple read zones and methods of use thereof

US12380291B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 22, 2021
Grant dateAug 5, 2025
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Expiry dateOct 22, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06K7/10475
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Systems and methods of using multiple read area zones to generate more accurate item-level data are described herein. In some embodiments, the systems and methods involve a local read area in combination with a wide read area. In some embodiments, a local area read device alone, or in combination with a wide area read device, is used to detect the removal or return of a product from a merchandising location or area in retail establishment. In some embodiments, a local area read alone, or in combination with a wide area read device, is used to detect the removal or return of a product from a merchandising location or area in retail establishment by detecting/reading a digital trigger on the product.

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