Dual validator self-service kiosk
US9626666B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 4, 2016 |
| Grant date | Apr 18, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 4, 2036 |
Classification
- 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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