Patent ID: 7597264
Filing Date: 2009-10-06
Classification: B67B,G06Q,G07F

Abstract:
1. A multi-use electronic payment arrangement comprising: a presentation instrument made at least in part of a first material; a payment device integrated with the presentation instrument and comprising a transceiver configured for use with an electronic payment system, such that the transceiver is adapted to communicatively couple the payment device with the electronic payment system; a mechanical device integrated with the presentation instrument and configured to perform a mechanical function; and a shield operable to shield the transceiver from electromagnetic exposure to an information appropriation system and to house the mechanical device when the shield is engaged, wherein the shield is interfaced with the payment device such that the payment device can be communicatively coupled with the electronic payment system only when the shield is disengaged, and the shield is configured to be engaged for the mechanical device independent of the shield being engaged for the payment device.