S.H. Love, an African American inventor, was granted U.S. Patent No. 1,936,515 for an improved vending machine. His design allowed for better control of coin-operated mechanisms, improving how goods were dispensed and helping reduce theft and malfunction. This invention contributed to the advancement of automated retail and vending technology in the early 20th century.
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