Automatic sensing methods and devices for inventory control

Abstract

The present disclosure is generally directed to methods of tracking stocked inventory, such as products or other items stocked on a store shelf or other storage space. The disclosure is also directed to devices and systems that may be utilized to carry out such methods.

1 . An article of manufacture for displaying one or more electronically identifiable objects, comprising:
 a display hook; and   two electrically conductive terminals laterally aligned along an upper surface of the display hook, the terminals adapted to permit for an electrical current to flow therebetween when an object, having a resistive element printed on the point of contact between the object and the upper surface of the display hook, is hung from the display hook.