Movable Magnet Patents (Class 194/322)
  • Patent number: 4899371
    Abstract: A new coin slot structure for coin call telephone apparatus includes photodetectors set to identify the coins inserted therein, so as to allow three kinds of coins of different value be continuously inserted into the apparatus through the slot to extend the connection time, wherein the additional coins inserted will be automatically returned.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 26, 1989
    Date of Patent: February 6, 1990
    Inventor: Lih-Chuan Su
  • Patent number: 4828097
    Abstract: A coin control mechanism for use with a dispensing machine and containing a three-way adjustable price setter and a mechanical linkage to quickly change the coin control mechanism among any one of three preset prices, thus allowing for different price settings on different days. Three adjustable legs control the preinsertion position of a totalizer which calculates the cumulative total of coins inserted into the coin chute of the coin control mechanism. A three-position keyway and linkage allows an operator to quickly change the preinsertion position of the totalizer from outside of the coin control mechanism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 1988
    Date of Patent: May 9, 1989
    Assignee: Kaspar Wire Works, Inc.
    Inventors: Harvey Kresta, Ralph J. Ullmann