Semi-automated shopping system
US6659346B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 14, 2002 |
| Grant date | Dec 9, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 14, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07G1/0081
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A semi-automated shopping system includes a main cart assembly that has a frame portion. The frame portion provides both horizontal and vertical support for the main cart assembly. The frame portion has a bottom section. A plurality of wheels is operationally coupled to the bottom section. The plurality of wheels facilitates transport of the main cart assembly. The main cart assembly has a storage portion designed for receiving multiple items to be purchased. A scanner assembly is designed for recognizing universal product codes applied to a surface of an item to be purchased. The scanner assembly is operationally coupled to the main cart assembly. A processor assembly is operationally coupled to the scanner assembly. The processor assembly provides a plurality of data items associated with the universal product code.
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