Check-actuated control mechanisms – Control mechanism actuated by check – other than coin – which... – By pliant currency
Reexamination Certificate
2006-03-07
2006-03-07
Walsh, Donald P. (Department: 3653)
Check-actuated control mechanisms
Control mechanism actuated by check, other than coin , which...
By pliant currency
C194S265000, C324S076490, C324S207160, C382S135000, C361S142000, C209S534000, C271S225000, C271S227000, C271S902000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07007788
ABSTRACT:
A banknote validator for determining the value and authenticity of a banknote is provided. The banknote validator includes a magnetic sensor, an optical sensor, and a non-return gate. The magnetic sensor includes a magnetic circuit and an electronic circuit. The optical sensor includes a trapezoidal light guide, a broadband light source for illuminating a banknote via the light guide, and sensors for detecting light reflected from the banknote. The non-return gate includes banknote-guiding means for guiding the banknote along a banknote path and for controlling the direction of the banknote's travel based on its acceptability.
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Ashurst Kevin
Dunlop Peter
Dinsmore & Shohl LLP
Innovative Technology Limited
Shapiro Jeffrey A.
Walsh Donald P.
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