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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Aug. 15, 2023
Filed:
Oct. 22, 2020
Mastercard International Incorporated, Purchase, NY (US);
Sarala Buradagunta, West Orange, NJ (US);
Nikhita Patil, Jersey City, NJ (US);
Dmytro Kryvoshei, Edison, NJ (US);
Shehar Yar, Floral Park, NY (US);
MASTERCARD INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED, Purchase, NY (US);
Abstract
Disclosed are exemplary embodiments of systems and methods for facilitating a transaction for the purchase of a product through an unattended vendor. One exemplary method includes capturing a facial image of a user and identifying the user based on the captured facial image. The method then includes compiling a pre-authorization request including credential associated with an account for the user and a first amount and, upon receipt of an approval of the request, manipulating a locking mechanism coupled to a container associated with the unattended vendor to permit access by the user to products included in the container. The method further includes capturing an image of a product removed from the container, identifying the product based on the image, and compiling an authorization request for purchase of the product based on the credential and a second amount associated with the price of the removed product.