Fingerprint Emulator

Abstract

An access key for a device having a fingerprint activated lock includes an electrically conductive member having surface features formed on a surface thereof that can be recognized by the fingerprint activated lock as a unique fingerprint. A second electrically conductive member is electrically coupled to the first electrically conductive member. The second electrically conductive member is electrically coupled to the body of a user such that the sensor recognizes the first electrically conductive member as a fingerprint. The second electrically conductive member is preferably a ring, stylus or gripping portion upon which the first electrically conductive member is mounted. The electrically conductive member is preferably constructed from a capacitive elastomer such as an electrically conductive silicone. The access key functions as a synthetic fingerprint to limit access to a system to a possessor of the key. Access to the system provided by key can be limited to a predetermined period of time or a selected geographic area.

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CROSS-REFERENCES TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]The present Utility Patent Application is based upon and claims priority from co-pending U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61 / 925,231 filed Jan. 9, 2014 entitled “Fingerprint Emulator”, and co-pending U.S. Provisional Patent Application. No. 61 / 937,824 filed Feb. 10, 2014 entitled “Fingerprint Emulator”STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT[0002]Not ApplicableREFERENCE TO SEQUENCE LISTING OR COMPUTER PROGRAM LISTING APPENDIX[0003]Not ApplicableBACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0004]Fingerprint identification sensors that can detect and identify human fingerprints are increasingly used to secure computers, mobile phones and sensitive facilities. Unfortunately, the unique nature of the human fingerprint makes it impossible to transfer or share them between individuals. Therefore, any changes or transfers in authorizations require the entry of new fingerprints into the system. Therefore, what is needed is an improve...

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Benefits of technology

The present invention relates to an access key for a device with a fingerprint activated lock. The access key is made up of a conductive member with surface features that can be recognized as a fingerprint by the lock. Another conductive member is electrically coupled to the first conductive member and is designed to be coupled to the user's body. This second conductive member acts as a fingerprint for the device. The first conductive member is made of a capacitive elastomer or electrically conductive silicone. The invention also includes a method for controlling access to a device with a fingerprint identification sensor by forming identifiable surface features on the first conductive member, which is then connected to the user's body and interacts with the fingerprint identification sensor to limit access. The technical effects include improved security and control over access to devices with fingerprint activated locks.

Problems solved by technology

Access to the system provided by the electrically conductive member can also be limited to a predetermined period of time or a selected geographic area.

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