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Electronic bulk vending machine system

  • US 6,182,861 B1
  • Filed: 06/01/1999
  • Issued: 02/06/2001
  • Est. Priority Date: 03/26/1997
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. An electronically actuated bulk machine for dispensing articles, comprising:

  • means for storing a plurality of articles where the articles, said means for storing including a generally open bottom;

    rotatable means for controlled distribution of articles from the open bottom of the means for storing, said rotatable means for distributing selectively dispensing articles;

    a base means for supporting said means for storing, said means for controlled distribution being seated within said base means and being rotatable within said base means, said base means having a bottom wall and side walls, and a top accommodating a selective operating assembly mechanically linked to said means for controlled distribution, and an article dispensing opening being located on said base; and

    electronically actuated means in electronic communication with a currency receipt device for rotating said rotatable means for controlled distribution mechanically linked thereto and cooperatively engaged therewith to rotate through a select arc upon selective actuation thereof.

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