Patent ID: 6561418
Filing Date: 2003-05-13
Classification: A47F,G06K,G06Q,G07G

Abstract:
A check-in and check-out system for circulation articles intended to be checked-in or checked-out from an article storage area, the system comprising:a console having, an input end for receiving said articles, and an output end for outputting said articles; a temporary storage bin having a vertically adjustable floor, said bin adapted for being spatially positioned in proximity to said housing output end for receiving checked-in articles outputted therefrom; a conveyor means for conveying the articles between said input end and said output end, said conveyor means being located between and in proximity to said input end and said output end; an identification means for providing cataloging identification of said articles being conveyed between said input end and said output end; and a patron-operable means associated with said housing for providing selected responsive operation of said system in response to an initiating input to said check-in and check-out system.