Retail location robotic wall system
US9230387B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 16, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jan 5, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 30, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S901/02
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A robotic retail wall is presented allowing for the dispensing of merchandise within a retail location. The robotic wall includes commodity products and robotics that pick and deliver products to consumers in response to input at a kiosk. The robotics and products are separated from a retail space by a transparent barrier, allowing consumers in the retail space to view the actions of the robotics in retrieving a product. Behind the robotic wall is a product stocking area, where commodity products can be added to the robotic wall with assistance from the robotics.
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