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Method and apparatus for augmenting optical barcode scanner with RFID reader

US8245930B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 20, 2009
Grant dateAug 21, 2012
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Expiry dateApr 13, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06K7/1098
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus and method for augmenting an optical barcode scanner. The apparatus comprises an accessory module that includes an RFID reader, a body part attachable to the optical barcode scanner, and an interface connector for forming a communication link between the RFID reader and the optical barcode scanner when the interface connector is connected with the expansion port of the optical barcode scanner.

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