公开(公告)号：US12205081B2

公开(公告)日：2025-01-21

申请号：US17817296

申请日：2022-08-03

Applicant: ecoATM, LLC

Inventor： Mark Vincent Bowles ,  Michael Librizzi ,  Jeffrey Ploetner ,  John Andrew Beane ,  Eric Rosser

IPC: G06Q10/30 ,  G06Q20/18 ,  G06Q30/018 ,  G06Q30/0208 ,  G06Q30/0283 ,  G07F7/06

Abstract: Systems and associated methods for recycling and performing other processes with consumer electronic devices are described herein. In various embodiments, the present technology includes systems and methods for identifying and evaluating an electronic device to facilitate processing (e.g., purchasing) the device. In some embodiments, the present technology includes a self-service evaluation apparatus and a cashier terminal that identifies and evaluates a device and that facilitates purchase and recycling of the device. Various other aspects of the present technology are described herein.

公开(公告)号：US20240404344A1

公开(公告)日：2024-12-05

申请号：US18395018

申请日：2023-12-22

Applicant: Towel tracker

Inventor： Steven Molewyk ,  John Molewyk ,  Michael Mieczkowski ,  Matthew Cheng

IPC: G07F9/00 ,  G07F7/02 ,  G07F7/06 ,  G07F9/02

Abstract: A system and method for receiving, holding, and electronically identifying a plurality of electronically trackable items within an item dispensing device and an item return device. The system receiving user identification data presented at the dispensing device by a user configured to notify the dispensing device of intended user access to the dispensing device for at least one electronically trackable item, controlling user access of a user to the dispensing device to allow dispensing from the dispensing device of at least one electronically trackable item of the plurality of electronically trackable items, electronically identifying and storing a dispensing record of at least one dispensed electronically trackable item of the plurality of electronically trackable items associated with the user identification data.

公开(公告)号：US20240289753A1

公开(公告)日：2024-08-29

申请号：US18464023

申请日：2023-09-08

Applicant: ecoATM, LLC

Inventor： Mark Vincent Bowles ,  Randal Erman ,  Jarrod Hammes ,  Jeffrey Ploetner ,  John Silva ,  Rick Segil

IPC: G06Q10/30 ,  G06Q20/18 ,  G06Q20/20 ,  G06Q30/02 ,  G06Q30/0207 ,  G06Q30/0601 ,  G07F7/06

CPC classification number: G06Q10/30 ,  G06Q20/18 ,  G06Q20/208 ,  G06Q30/0611 ,  G07F7/06 ,  G06Q30/0237 ,  G06Q30/0278 ,  Y02W30/82 ,  Y02W90/00

Abstract: Software application systems and associated methods for recycling, purchasing, and/or performing other processes with mobile phones, tablet computers, laptop computers, and/or other electronic devices at a kiosk are described herein. In various embodiments, the present technology includes systems and methods associated with an electronic device to facilitate a consumer-operated kiosk processing (e.g., purchasing) the electronic device. In some embodiments, the present technology includes using a mobile app to identify an electronic device, evaluate the electronic device, resolve device issues to enable purchase of the electronic device, etc. Various other aspects of the present technology are described herein.

公开(公告)号：US12008640B1

公开(公告)日：2024-06-11

申请号：US18129805

申请日：2023-03-31

Applicant: Count & Crush Systems, LLC

Inventor： William Hunscher ,  Frank Whittier

IPC: G06Q40/00 ,  G06F16/245 ,  G06K7/14 ,  G06Q10/30 ,  G06Q20/10 ,  G06Q40/02 ,  G06Q99/00 ,  G07F7/06 ,  G06Q50/26

CPC classification number: G06Q40/02 ,  G06F16/245 ,  G06K7/1417 ,  G06Q10/30 ,  G06Q20/10 ,  G06Q99/00 ,  G07F7/0609 ,  G06Q50/26 ,  Y02W90/00

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for managing information relating to recycling activities are described. One embodiment described herein is directed to a method for accessing aggregated recycling information for use and/or display in connection with an account-based recycling program. The method comprises receiving first and second container information, the first container information concerning a plurality of first containers for a first recycling transaction and the second container information concerning a plurality of second containers for a second recycling transaction. The first and second container information is stored and associated account information concerning at least one consumer account. The method further comprises accessing, in response to receiving a query relating to a plurality of recycling transactions, information relating to at least the first and second containers so as to enable the use and/or display of aggregated recycling information.

公开(公告)号：US12008520B2

公开(公告)日：2024-06-11

申请号：US17655217

申请日：2022-03-17

Applicant: ecoATM, LLC

Inventor： Mark Vincent Bowles

IPC: G06Q20/18 ,  G06Q10/30 ,  G06Q20/20 ,  G06Q30/02 ,  G07F7/06

CPC classification number: G06Q10/30 ,  G06Q20/18 ,  G06Q20/208 ,  G06Q30/0278 ,  G07F7/06 ,  Y02W30/82 ,  Y02W90/00

Abstract: Systems and associated methods for recycling and performing other processes with consumer electronic devices are described herein. In various embodiments, the present technology includes systems and methods for identifying and evaluating a used or pre-owned consumer electronic device, such as a mobile phone, laptop, etc. to facilitate purchasing the device. In some embodiments, the present technology includes a counter-top evaluation terminal that evaluates a device and facilitates purchase and recycling of the device. Various other aspects of the present technology are described herein.

公开(公告)号：US11972479B2

公开(公告)日：2024-04-30

申请号：US16321703

申请日：2017-07-27

Applicant: Franz Wieth ,  Andreas Filosi

Inventor： Franz Wieth ,  Andreas Filosi

IPC: G06Q30/0645 ,  G07F7/06

CPC classification number: G06Q30/0645 ,  G07F7/0672

Abstract: A method for issuing and returning an item for loan, particularly a manually movable transport cart. A blocking element allows removal and use of the item by way of a release and, after a return, once more prevents the removal. A mobile communication device identifies itself to the blocking element wirelessly, the mobile communication device is associated with the item for loan when the item is released, and the association is cancelled when the item is returned. An issuing and return system has the blocking element attached to the item for loan, in particular is integrated in the item. The blocking element has a communication module for wireless communication with the mobile communication device of a customer. The mobile communication device has an identification feature, particularly a feature that personalizes the customer and which enables the association between the mobile communication device and the item for loan.

公开(公告)号：US20240119780A1

公开(公告)日：2024-04-11

申请号：US18543976

申请日：2023-12-18

Applicant: Anytime Enterprises, LLC

Inventor： James P. Clark ,  Ivan Zhidov ,  John Gearhart

IPC: G07F11/62 ,  G06Q20/20 ,  G07F7/06 ,  G07F9/00 ,  G07F17/12

CPC classification number: G07F11/62 ,  G06Q20/208 ,  G07F7/0609 ,  G07F9/001 ,  G07F9/002 ,  G07F17/12 ,  G06Q30/0208

Abstract: Methods and systems are disclosed including a semi-automated canister distribution system comprising a cabinet system including a cabinet having at least one compartment having a door, and a system controller in communication with the cabinet system and having computer processor(s) executing instructions that cause the computer processors to: receive inventory data indicative of a number of canisters in the cabinet system; receive a data element indicative of details of a purchase transaction; determine that the purchase transaction can be satisfied based on the details of the purchase transaction and the inventory data; transmit, after determining that purchase transaction can be satisfied, signals to the cabinet system indicative of instructions to change the door between a locked and unlocked state; and receive signals from the cabinet system indicative of a number of substantially full propane canisters removed and/or a number of empty propane canisters placed in the cabinet.

公开(公告)号：US11935138B2

公开(公告)日：2024-03-19

申请号：US17225932

申请日：2021-04-08

Applicant: ecoATM, LLC

Inventor： Mark Vincent Bowles ,  Thomas L. Tullie ,  John Andrew Beane ,  Jeff Ploetner ,  John Miller ,  Neil Vesco

IPC: G06Q50/00 ,  G06Q10/00 ,  G06Q10/30 ,  G06Q30/00 ,  G06Q30/02 ,  G06Q30/08 ,  G07F7/06 ,  H04M1/02 ,  H04M1/24

CPC classification number: G06Q50/00 ,  G06Q10/00 ,  G06Q10/30 ,  G06Q30/00 ,  G06Q30/0278 ,  G06Q30/08 ,  G07F7/06 ,  H04M1/0287 ,  H04M1/24 ,  Y02W90/00

Abstract: A recycling kiosk for recycling and financial remuneration for submission of an electronic device such as a mobile phone is disclosed herein. The recycling kiosk includes electrical connectors and an inspection area with an upper chamber, a lower chamber, a transparent plate and 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 recycling kiosk also includes a processor and a display for user interaction.

公开(公告)号：US20230399167A1

公开(公告)日：2023-12-14

申请号：US17835976

申请日：2022-06-09

Applicant: Tommy L. Patton

Inventor： Tommy L. Patton

IPC: B65F1/14 ,  G07F7/06 ,  B65F1/16

CPC classification number: B65F1/1426 ,  G07F7/06 ,  B65F1/1615 ,  B65F2210/128 ,  B65F2240/112 ,  B65F2240/12 ,  B65F2210/138

Abstract: A recycling apparatus with two methods of recycling items. The apparatus is preferably configured as a kiosk placed within a location such as a store, market or gas station or external to a location. The kiosk has an enclosure including a receiving opening with a lockable door. In the first configuration, bottles or cans are secured onto a recycling strip, which is then inserted through the receiving opening and attached onto a securing means within the enclosure. In the second configuration, a recycling strip is not utilized and the bottles or cans are inserted through the receiving opening, placed on a support platform and then processed into recyclable material. Operating controls or a wireless interface allows control of the operation of the apparatus. Once the bottles or cans are processed, the remaining recyclable material is then removed from the enclosure for transportation to a recycling facility.

公开(公告)号：US11839315B2

公开(公告)日：2023-12-12

申请号：US17976927

申请日：2022-10-31

Applicant: Freetail Acquisition LLC

Inventor： Arye Levin

IPC: A47F10/04 ,  G07F7/06 ,  B62B3/14

CPC classification number: A47F10/04 ,  G07F7/0627 ,  B62B3/1404

Abstract: A device for dispensing and locking carts disposed in a stack, comprising: a dual-lever mechanism, comprising: a locking lever which is blocking movement of a first cart of a plurality of carts disposed in a stack when in open position; a base adjacent to said locking lever which is movable forward and backward with respect to the stack; and a dispensing lever mounted on the base which is blocking movement of a second cart of the plurality of carts when in open position; and a drive belt driving the plurality of carts in parallel to movement of said base by moving forward and backward in coordination with the base.