Mini-kiosk for recycling electronic devices
US9881284B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 9, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jan 30, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 22, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02W90/00
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A mini-kiosk for recycling and financial remuneration for submission of an electronic device such as a mobile phone is disclosed herein. The mini-kiosk is designed to be placed on a counter-top. The mini-kiosk includes electrical connectors and an inspection area with at least one camera in order to perform a visual analysis and an electrical analysis of the electronic device for determination of a value of the electronic device. The mini-kiosk also includes a processor and a display for user interaction.
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