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Dual validator self-service kiosk

US9607294B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 4, 2016
Grant dateMar 28, 2017
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Expiry dateJan 4, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG07F19/209
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Apparatus and methods are provided for a dual validator self-service kiosk (“SSK”). The SSK may include a first validator. The first validator may examine a deposit inserted into the SSK. The SSK may include a second validator. The second validator may examine a tangible item before the SSK dispenses the tangible item. The SSK may retract the tangible item if the tangible item in not collected by a customer. The second validator may examine the tangible item after being retracted by the SSK. The first validator may apply a first examination routine to the deposit. The second validator may apply a second examination routine before the SSK dispenses the tangible item. The second validator may apply a third examination routine to a tangible item retracted by the SSK.

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