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Method for optically collecting numismatic data and associated algorithms for unique identification of coins

US8023121B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 20, 2009
Grant dateSep 20, 2011
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Expiry dateDec 24, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N21/95
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method to generate an optical signature of a coin is disclosed. A plurality of parameters are generated and recorded related to rotational positions around the circumference of a coin. The data from these parameters are combined to produce a searchable value.

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