System and method for shopping cart security
US7944354B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 29, 2007 |
| Grant date | May 17, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 16, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62B5/0096
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system for securing purchased items, includes: an enclosure for holding items selected by a user; a personal shopping system (PSS) further comprised of an input/output device, a scanner, software, and security features for securing the items selected by the user and placed in the enclosure; wherein the PSS is in electrical signal communication with a server; wherein the PSS is mechanically attached to the enclosure; wherein the user identifies themselves to the PSS; wherein the security features activate one of a series of visual indicators and alarms in response to various states and relationships between the enclosure, the items, and the user; and wherein the intensity, level, and duration of the series of visual indicators and alarms varies in response to the various states and relationships between the enclosure, the items, and the user.
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