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by christiangenco 4596 days ago
I just invented something similar.

Though it only supports a maximum of 4 cards, at scale it would cost ~500x less.

I call it "penny." Here's my prototype: http://imgur.com/49auKC4

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I've seen card readers try to read from both sides of the card in case it's swiped on the wrong side - you might have some problems with those.
For compatibility, penny will offer a special adapter that will decrease interference with some card scanners.

You can purchase this compatibility adapter for $3.95 for 66 feet: http://www.amazon.com/Scotch-Electrical-75-Inch-66-Foot-0085...

You're a genius
Game changer!