US3587806A
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Token-destroying vending system
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1968-12-18
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Granted: 1971-06-28
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Expires: 1988-12-18
Abstract
Abstract A VENDING MACHINE OPERABLE IN RESPONSE TO THE INSERTION OF PREDETERMINED CORRECT COINS. THE COINS INSERTED IN THE MACHINE ARE MELTED OR BURNT AWAY AFTER BEING EVALUATED. THE MACHINE MAY DESPENSE ARTICLES, OR CONTROL ELECTRICITY, GAS OR WATER, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE VALUE OF THE COIN.
Inventors
- 👤 Kosei Arita
Bibliographic Details
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 14:51
CPC Classifications
G; G07; G07F; G07F1/00; G07F1/06; G07F15/00; G07F15/04
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-06-27 | 1974-12-27 | 1975-06-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-06-27 | 1978-12-27 | 1979-06-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-06-27 | 1982-12-27 | 1983-06-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |