Intelligent shelving system
US7260438B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 15, 2002 |
| Grant date | Aug 21, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 15, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF25D2700/08
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An intelligent shelving system uses touch sensors to operate power-operated, adjustable shelves. Touch sensors also are used as limit switches to control shelf motion, to monitor the encroachment of shelved items on shelves, to detect spills, and to control other related devices and functions, such as shelf lighting. Display units are provided to provide information relating to objects stored in the shelving system and to the operation of the shelving system.
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