Abstract: A method for issuing and returning an item for loan, particularly a manually movable transport cart. A blocking element allows removal and use of the item by way of a release and, after a return, once more prevents the removal. A mobile communication device identifies itself to the blocking element wirelessly, the mobile communication device is associated with the item for loan when the item is released, and the association is cancelled when the item is returned. An issuing and return system has the blocking element attached to the item for loan, in particular is integrated in the item. The blocking element has a communication module for wireless communication with the mobile communication device of a customer. The mobile communication device has an identification feature, particularly a feature that personalizes the customer and which enables the association between the mobile communication device and the item for loan.

Abstract: A method for operating a deposit-operated lock system for a borrowed object, in particular for a transport trolley which can be moved by hand. There is also described a suitable deposit-operated lock system. A key that is held in a deposit lock is released when an electric drive drives a carriage that is displaceably mounted on a blocking element in an initial position.

Abstract: A bracket for a telecommunication terminal has a first jaw formed with a first receptacle for a first edge side of the telecommunication terminal and a second jaw with a second receptacle for a second edge side, opposite the first edge side, of the telecommunication terminal. The first and second receptacles, in an initial position of the bracket, form one side of a V-shaped insertion opening. At least one of the jaws is mounted rotatably on a housing of the bracket. The receptacle of the rotatably mounted jaw has a first section in front of the axis of rotation of the jaw in the direction of insertion of the telecommunication terminal and a second section arranged behind the axis of rotation of the jaw in the direction of insertion. The rotatably mounted jaw is rotatable counter to the restoring force of a first spring element.

Abstract: A manually movable trolley contains a basket for receiving goods and a tube connected to the basket. The tube has a first tube section which is at a distance from the basket and extends substantially parallel to the rear side of the basket, the tube section forming a handlebar for the shopping trolley. Respective second tube sections border on both sides of the first tube section and in the second tube sections the pipe bends towards the shopping trolley. Third tube sections border on each second tube section, and in the third tube sections the tube extends in a straight line. Fourth tube sections border on each third tube section, and in the fourth tube sections the tube bends at least substantially downwards. The second tube sections contain a sleeve that partially surrounds the periphery of the tube, and the sleeve has a separate handle that projects upward from the handlebar.

Abstract: A method for detachably fastening a smartphone holder to a shopping cart includes a first and a second step. In the first step, a smartphone is placed on a seating of the holder. In a second step, the smartphone is locked in the seating. The locking of the smartphone in the seating activates a locking mechanism which automatically locks the holder, which is inserted in a seating provided for that purpose on the shopping cart, in the seating.

Abstract: A method for issuing and returning an item for loan, particularly a manually movable transport cart. A blocking element allows removal and use of the item by way of a release and, after a return, once more prevents the removal. A mobile communication device identifies itself to the blocking element wirelessly, the mobile communication device is associated with the item for loan when the item is released, and the association is cancelled when the item is returned. An issuing and return system has the blocking element attached to the item for loan, in particular is integrated in the item. The blocking element has a communication module for wireless communication with the mobile communication device of a customer. The mobile communication device has an identification feature, particularly a feature that personalizes the customer and which enables the association between the mobile communication device and the item for loan.

Abstract: A bracket for a telecommunication terminal has a first jaw formed with a first receptacle for a first edge side of the telecommunication terminal and a second jaw with a second receptacle for a second edge side, opposite the first edge side, of the telecommunication terminal. The first and second receptacles, in an initial position of the bracket, form one side of a V-shaped insertion opening. At least one of the jaws is mounted rotatably on a housing of the bracket. The receptacle of the rotatably mounted jaw has a first section in front of the axis of rotation of the jaw in the direction of insertion of the telecommunication terminal and a second section arranged behind the axis of rotation of the jaw in the direction of insertion. The rotatably mounted jaw is rotatable counter to the restoring force of a first spring element.

Abstract: A manually movable trolley contains a basket for receiving goods and a tube connected to the basket. The tube has a first tube section which is at a distance from the basket and extends substantially parallel to the rear side of the basket, the tube section forming a handlebar for the shopping trolley. Respective second tube sections border on both sides of the first tube section and in the second tube sections the pipe bends towards the shopping trolley. Third tube sections border on each second tube section, and in the third tube sections the tube extends in a straight line. Fourth tube sections border on each third tube section, and in the fourth tube sections the tube bends at least substantially downwards. The second tube sections contain a sleeve that partially surrounds the periphery of the tube, and the sleeve has a separate handle that projects upward from the handlebar.

Abstract: A method for detachably fastening a smartphone holder to a shopping cart includes a first and a second step. In the first step, a smartphone is placed on a seating of the holder. In a second step, the smartphone is locked in the seating. The locking of the smartphone in the seating activates a locking mechanism which automatically locks the holder, which is inserted in a seating provided for that purpose on the shopping cart, in the seating.

Abstract: A method for operating an electronically controlled return system for loaned or borrowed objects, in particular for transport carriages which can be moved by hand. The borrowed object is rigidly connected to a communication module which receives a wirelessly transmitted first signal A of a transmission device at a collection point. The communication module evaluates a position and/or location of the borrowed object and uses the first signal A in order to determine the position and/or location of the borrowed object relative to the transmission device. There is also described an electronically controlled return system, in particular for operating the method.

Abstract: A method for locking and unlocking a receptacle for a mobile telecommunications terminal device, such as a smartphone. The receptacle is arranged in a holding device. A token is assigned to the holding device and secured against removal in an insertion opening. The token is released when a telecommunications terminal device is locked in the receptacle. When the token is inserted, an authorisation check is carried out for checking an assignment of the token. If the assignment is confirmed, the lock is unlocked. A signal is thereby generated when locking the telecommunications terminal device in the receptacle or upon successful authorization. The signal is transmitted to a blocking element that blocks the movement of a first control element. The signal activates the blocking element to end the block of the control element movement. There is also described a holding device for a mobile telecommunications terminal device.

Abstract: A method for locking and unlocking a receptacle for a mobile telecommunications terminal device, such as a smartphone. The receptacle is arranged in a holding device. A token is assigned to the holding device and secured against removal in an insertion opening. The token is released when a telecommunications terminal device is locked in the receptacle. When the token is inserted, an authorisation check is carried out for checking an assignment of the token. If the assignment is confirmed, the lock is unlocked. A signal is thereby generated when locking the telecommunications terminal device in the receptacle or upon successful authorization. The signal is transmitted to a blocking element that blocks the movement of a first control element. The signal activates the blocking element to end the block of the control element movement. There is also described a holding device for a mobile telecommunications terminal device.

Abstract: A mount for a mobile telecommunications terminal device includes a receptacle for the mobile telecommunications terminal device, a first interface for transmitting data from the mobile telecommunications terminal device to the mount, a second interface for transmitting data from the mount to a point-of-sale or cash register system and a first fastening device for detachably fastening the mount to a shopping cart. A payment system, a mobile telecommunications terminal device, a scanner wall and software for locking and/or unlocking the mount are also provided.

Abstract: A holder for a mobile telecommunications terminal, in particular a smartphone, has a receptacle for the terminal. The holder has a first locking mechanism by which the smartphone can be locked in the receptacle. There is also described a system for fastening a smartphone to a shopping trolley handle, a base station for accommodating a plurality of holders and a method for fastening a smartphone to a shopping trolley handle.

Abstract: A holder for a mobile telecommunications terminal, in particular a smartphone, has a receptacle for the terminal. The holder has a first locking mechanism by which the smartphone can be locked in the receptacle. There is also described a system for fastening a smartphone to a shopping trolley handle, a base station for accommodating a plurality of holders and a method for fastening a smartphone to a shopping trolley handle.