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Method and system for real-time manipulation of merchandise layout and data collection

US6147686A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 24, 1998
Grant dateNov 14, 2000
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Expiry dateFeb 24, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S715/962
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A graphics data form includes an information processing system having a generator for generating graphics images, each image comprising a recognizable representation of at least one real-life object. The GDF also includes a selector for selecting an image by a user of the system; a receiver for receiving information from the user; an associator for associating the information received with the selected image; a real time processor for manipulating how the image is presented; and a real time processor for processing data associated with the selected image responsive to manipulation of the selected image.

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