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Method to detect false purchases with a consumer service device

US7337962B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 30, 2004
Grant dateMar 4, 2008
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Expiry dateJan 19, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG08B13/2402
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method, system and computer program product for detecting false purchases is disclosed. The method includes detecting a motion across a product identifier in a self-service terminal and monitoring for a product identifier. In response to failing to detect the product identifier, an alert signal is transmitted.

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