Authentication system and program

Abstract

Provided are an authentication system and a program with which security protection can be released by a simple method. An authentication system is provided with: a first display unit that displays a first map that includes an authentication position, shows an authentication icon indicating the authentication position, and has a scale larger than a predetermined boundary threshold value; a second display unit that displays a second map in which the scale is equal to or less than the boundary threshold value and the authentication icon is not shown when the first map is enlarged or when the authentication icon shown in the first map is selected; and a release unit that releases the security protection when the specified position is accepted to be within the authentication distance from the authentication position in the second map.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to authentication systems and procedures. Background Technology

[0002] Patent Document 1 discloses a construction management system for buildings. The construction management system includes a server. The server aggregates information related to the construction project, such as contractual intentions and images of the construction site. Construction management can be smoothly carried out by accessing the information stored on the server from client-side terminals, manager-side terminals, and construction worker-side terminals.

[0003] Existing technical documents

[0004] Patent documents

[0005] Patent Document 1: Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2009-134685 Summary of the Invention

[0006] The problem that the invention aims to solve

[0007] However, in the construction management system described in Patent Document 1, information about various construction sites is aggregated on a server. For example, if information about construction projects unrelated to the client can be accessed from the client's terminal device, information management problems arise. As a countermeasure to this problem, methods such as setting unique passwords for each construction site can be considered. However, in this case, the unique passwords need to be issued to all stakeholders at the construction site. Therefore, it hinders the smooth sharing of information.

[0008] This disclosure was made to address the aforementioned issues. The purpose of this disclosure is to provide an authentication system and procedure that allows for the simple removal of security protections.

[0009] Methods for solving problems

[0010] The authentication system disclosed herein includes: a first display unit that displays a first map containing authentication locations, showing authentication icons representing the authentication locations, and having a scale larger than a predetermined boundary threshold; a second display unit that, when the first map is zoomed in or when an authentication icon shown in the first map is selected, displays a second map with a scale below the boundary threshold and without showing authentication icons; and a deactivation unit that, when a specified location in the second map is within the authentication distance of the authentication location, deactivates the security protection.

[0011] The procedure disclosed herein causes a computer to perform the following steps: a first display step, displaying a first map containing the authentication location, showing an authentication icon representing the authentication location, and having a scale larger than a specified boundary threshold; a second display step, after the first display step, displaying a second map with a scale below the boundary threshold and without showing the authentication icon, if the first map has been zoomed in or if the authentication icon shown in the first map has been selected; and a deactivation step, after the second display step, deactivating the security protection if the specified location in the second map is within the authentication distance of the authentication location.

[0012] Invention Effects

[0013] According to this disclosure, security protections can be removed in a simple way. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the management system in Implementation Method 1.

[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the camera unit of the management system in Implementation Method 1.

[0016] Figure 3 This is the front view of the camera in the management system of Implementation Method 1.

[0017] Figure 4 This is a table showing the status of the cameras in the management system of Implementation Method 1.

[0018] Figure 5 This is a diagram of the equipment structure of the main part of the management system in Implementation Method 1.

[0019] Figure 6 This is a functional block diagram of the main parts of the management system in Implementation Method 1.

[0020] Figure 7 This is a flowchart illustrating a portion of the processing actions of the management system in Implementation 1.

[0021] Figure 8 This is the authentication screen displayed in the management interface of the management system in Implementation Method 1.

[0022] Figure 9 This is the first map screen displayed in the management interface of the management system in Implementation Method 1.

[0023] Figure 10 This is the second map screen displayed in the management interface of the management system in Implementation Method 1.

[0024] Figure 11 This is the second map screen displayed in the management interface of the management system in Implementation Method 1.

[0025] Figure 12 This is a thumbnail view displayed in the management interface of the management system in Implementation Method 1.

[0026] Figure 13 This is the timeline screen displayed in the management interface of the management system in Implementation Method 1.

[0027] Figure 14 It is the image display screen shown in the management interface of the management system in Implementation Method 1.

[0028] Figure 15 It is the image display screen shown in the management interface of the management system in Implementation Method 1.

[0029] Figure 16 This is a hardware structure diagram of the information server of the management system in Implementation Method 1. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The embodiments for implementing this disclosure are described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Furthermore, in the drawings, identical or equivalent parts are labeled with the same reference numerals. Repetitive descriptions of these parts are appropriately simplified or omitted.

[0031] Implementation method 1.

[0032] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the management system in Implementation Method 1. Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the camera unit of the management system in Implementation Method 1.

[0033] Management system 1 is applied to the construction site of the project. Specifically, such as... Figure 1 As shown, management system 1 is applied at the construction site of elevator installation 200. The following is an example illustrating the application of management system 1 at the construction site of elevator installation 200 (especially at a site undergoing modernization as part of an elevator installation 200 renovation project).

[0034] An elevator system 200 is installed in building 300. The elevator shaft 201 of the elevator system 200 runs through all floors of building 300. A machine room 202 is located directly above the shaft 201. The shaft 201 and machine room 202 are separated by a truss 203. The truss 203 forms the ceiling of the shaft 201 and the floor of the machine room 202. Although not shown, the truss 203 has one or more through holes connecting the shaft 201 and the machine room 202. The pit 204 is the lowest part of the shaft 201. A buffer (not shown) and other components are installed in the pit 204.

[0035] Guide rail 205 is installed inside the hoistway 201. Guide rail 205 extends from truss 203 to pit 204 in a manner that the length direction is oriented vertically. In addition, management system 1 can also be applied to elevator device 200 in a state where guide rail 205 is not installed, or in a state where only a part of guide rail 205 is installed in hoistway 201.

[0036] The car 206 is installed inside the hoistway 201. The car 206 can move up and down within the hoistway 201 while being guided by guide rails 205. The car 206 has a car compartment 207 inside. The upper surface of the ceiling of the car compartment 207 is the upper surface of the car 206, and it provides a standing area for operators. For example, a car railing 208 is provided on the upper surface of the car 206. Furthermore, the management system 1 can also be applied to elevator systems 200 in states where the car 206 is not installed, or where only a portion of the car 206 is installed in the hoistway 201.

[0037] The management system 1 includes a camera unit 2, a management server 3, and a viewing terminal 4. The camera unit 2 is located at the construction site and is a set of devices used to capture images or videos as continuous images. The management server 3 consists of devices capable of viewing the captured images or videos of the construction site.

[0038] The viewing terminal 4 is used to view images or videos managed by the management server 3. The viewing terminal 4 can be a terminal held by operators, a terminal used by on-site agents to supervise the operation of the construction site, or a terminal used by safety and hygiene supervisors to guide safety and hygiene management at the construction site. The viewing terminal 4 has a screen for displaying information and an input unit for accepting information input. The viewing terminal 4 can be any terminal such as a smartphone, personal computer, or tablet computer.

[0039] Next, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The imaging unit 2 will be described below. The imaging unit 2 includes a communication unit 10, four cameras 20, a network hub 30, a repeater 40, a retainer 50, and a power supply 60. Furthermore, the communication unit 10, network hub 30, repeater 40, retainer 50, and power supply 60 function as communication units for enabling communication between the cameras 20 and the management server 3. The management server 3 stores information identifying the imaging unit 2. Additionally, the management server 3 stores information identifying several other imaging units 2 (not shown).

[0040] The communication unit 10 can communicate with the management server 3 via an external network N1. For example, the communication unit 10 can communicate with the management server 3 using wireless communication waves. In addition, the communication unit 10 is included in the network N2 composed of the imaging unit 2.

[0041] As an example, the communication device 10 has a main body 11 and a mounting platform 12. The main body 11 is a terminal capable of communicating with the network N1 and is a portable wireless communication terminal. The mounting platform 12, also referred to as a stand, is a platform that can be electrically connected to the main body 11. The mounting platform 12 is an interface for supplying power to the main body 11 and connecting the main body 11 to a communication cable.

[0042] Network hub 30 forms part of network N2. Network hub 30 is electrically connected to the mounting base 12 of communication unit 10 via communication cable 31. Network hub 30 can be considered as a structure included in communication unit 10. In this case, network hub 30, as communication unit 10, can be powered via communication cable.

[0043] Repeater 40 forms part of network N2. Repeater 40 is electrically connected to network hub 30 via communication cable 32, which enables signal communication. Repeater 40 receives power from network hub 30 via communication cable 32.

[0044] The repeater 40 is disposed inside the shaft 201 via a retainer 50. The repeater 40 is capable of transmitting and receiving radio waves for communication. Specifically, for example, the repeater 40 is capable of wireless communication via radio waves according to the WiFi (registered trademark) standard. The repeater 40 has an antenna surface 41 for transmitting directional radio waves. For example, the repeater 40 transmits directional radio waves in the normal direction of the antenna surface 41. The receiving sensitivity of the repeater 40 is designed to be higher on the antenna surface 41 than on other surfaces.

[0045] Normally, external radio waves have difficulty reaching the interior of the hoistway 201. Therefore, wireless communication between the communication unit 10 located in the machine room 202 and the equipment inside the hoistway 201 is difficult. Furthermore, within the hoistway 201, obstacles such as the car 206 hinder wireless communication between equipment located in the upper and lower sections. The repeater 40 relays communication between the communication unit 10 and the equipment located in the hoistway 201 via radio waves. At this time, the repeater 40 maintains a good wireless communication environment with the equipment located in the hoistway 201 by transmitting directional radio waves along the length of the hoistway 201.

[0046] The power supply unit 60 is connected to an external power source (not shown). The power supply unit 60 supplies power from the external power source to the communication unit 10 and the network hub 30. The power supply unit 60 has a USB standard terminal capable of supplying power.

[0047] Each of the four cameras 20 has the same structure. Each camera 20 can capture images or videos. The following description focuses on images captured by the camera 20, but images can be appropriately replaced with pictures. Each camera 20 can record audio along with video. Each camera 20 performs various functions by appropriately executing stored applications. Each camera 20 forms part of network N2. Each camera 20 can communicate with the communication unit 10 either via the relay 40 or directly. Each camera 20 can communicate with the management server 3 via network N1 through the communication unit 10. The four cameras 20 and the communication unit 10 form a group. For example, the communication unit 10 can also act as an intermediary device for communication with network N1, communicating only with the four cameras 20. Alternatively, the four cameras 20 can also act as devices for communication with network N1, communicating only with the communication unit 10.

[0048] As an example, camera 20 has a rechargeable battery, enabling it to take pictures without receiving an external power supply. For instance, camera 20 can be charged by connecting to the terminals of power supply unit 60. Camera 20 can be placed in any location using a magnet. Alternatively, camera 20 can be mechanically fixed in place using mounting fixtures.

[0049] Camera 20 has the function of determining its own location using GPS (Global Positioning System). After starting up, camera 20 determines its own location and generates location information, which is then sent to management server 3.

[0050] Each of the four cameras 20 has its own camera recognition information. The four cameras 20 consist of a first camera 20a, a second camera 20b, a third camera 20c, and a fourth camera 20d. The first camera 20a is configured to capture images of the interior of the computer room 202. The second camera 20b is configured to capture images of the interior of the car 206.

[0051] The third camera 20c is configured on the upper surface of the car 206 in a manner capable of capturing at least one of the upper surface of the car 206 and the middle portion of the hoistway 201. For example, the third camera 20c is mounted on the car railing 208 of the car 206. Alternatively, the third camera 20c may be mounted on the guide rail 205 or other equipment in the middle portion of the hoistway 201. The middle portion of the hoistway 201 is the portion between the upper and lower ends of the hoistway 201. Furthermore, when mounted on the upper surface of the car 206, the third camera 20c can be considered as being mounted in the middle portion of the hoistway 201.

[0052] The fourth camera 20d is positioned inside the pit 204 so as to capture images of the interior of the pit 204, which is the lower end of the shaft 201.

[0053] Furthermore, the number of cameras 20 included in the camera unit 2 is limited to a maximum of four. In the elevator system 200, the equipment structure is concentrated vertically; therefore, the number of locations where work can be carried out simultaneously during the construction of the elevator system 200 is limited. Specifically, from a safety perspective, while it is possible to perform work in four locations—the machine room 202, the pit 204, the interior of the car 206, and the middle section of the hoistway 201 above the car 206—it is almost impossible to assume that work can be carried out simultaneously in more locations. Therefore, the camera unit 2 is designed so that the cameras 20 are installed in a maximum of the aforementioned four locations.

[0054] Next, use Figure 3 and Figure 4 The camera 20 will be described.

[0055] Figure 3 This is the front view of the camera in the management system of Implementation Method 1. Figure 4 This is a table showing the status of the cameras in the management system of Implementation Method 1.

[0056] like Figure 3 As shown, the camera 20 has a lens 21 for shooting on its front. The camera 20 includes a light 22, a power light 23, a first function light 24, and a second function light 25. The camera 20 has a first function button 26 and a second function button 27 on its upper surface. The power to the camera 20 is turned on or off by pressing the power button (not shown).

[0057] Lamp 22 illuminates as a flash during shooting. The brightness of lamp 22 is strong enough to be readily perceived by those present around camera 20. Power lamp 23 is a single-color LED. Power lamp 23 illuminates when camera 20 is powered on. First function lamp 24 and second function lamp 25 are LEDs capable of emitting any of three or more colors. First function lamp 24 and second function lamp 25 indicate the current state of camera 20 by their respective presence or absence and combinations of their colors. Pressing at least one of the first function button 26 and the second function button 27 changes the shooting and recording states of camera 20. For example, pressing the first function button 26 while camera 20 is waiting to start shooting initiates the shooting process, causing camera 20 to begin recording.

[0058] Figure 4This table shows the relationship between the lighting combinations of the first functional light 24 and the second functional light 25 and the state of the camera 20. The first functional light 24 and the second functional light 25 can be in any of the following states: off (O), emitting green (G), emitting red (R), and emitting yellow (Y). Column 2 of the table represents the state of the first functional light 24, and column 3 represents the state of the second functional light 25. Column 1 represents the state of the camera 20 corresponding to the combination of columns 2 and 3.

[0059] For example, when the camera 20 is powered off, both function lights 24 and 25 are off. When the camera 20 is powered on and the application (camera application) used to transmit images from the camera 20 is starting up, function light 24 illuminates green, and function light 25 is off. When the camera 20 is ready to start recording, i.e., when pressing function button 26 will enable recording, function light 24 illuminates yellow, and function light 25 is off. When the camera 20 is recording and simultaneously recording audio, function light 24 illuminates red, and function light 25 illuminates green.

[0060] Next, use Figure 5 and Figure 6 The structure of management server 3 will be explained.

[0061] Figure 5 This is a diagram of the equipment structure of the main part of the management system in Implementation Method 1. Figure 6 This is a functional block diagram of the main parts of the management system in Implementation Method 1. Furthermore, although not shown, the management system 1 includes multiple camera units 2 installed at multiple construction sites.

[0062] like Figure 5 As shown, management server 3 includes intermediate server 110 and information server 120. The intermediate server 110 and information server 120 are located in different places on the network. Furthermore, management server 3 can be configured as a single server as long as it includes the functions of intermediate server 110 and information server 120. For example, some of the functions described below as functions of information server 120 can also be implemented as functions of intermediate server 110 instead of information server 120.

[0063] Intermediate server 110 can communicate with imaging unit 2 and information server 120 via network N1. Information server 120 can communicate with imaging unit 2 via intermediate server 110 via network N1. For example, when information is sent from imaging unit 2 to intermediate server 110, intermediate server 110 notifies information server 120 that the information has been sent. Alternatively, information server 120 can also communicate with imaging unit without going through intermediate server 110. Intermediate server 110 primarily stores image or video information.

[0064] Information server 120 forms part of network N3. Network N3 is an intranet managed by the company that owns information server 120 and includes information server 120 and multiple viewing terminals 4. The viewing terminals 4 included in network N3 are located within the internal network of the company that manages information server 120. Although not included in network N3, viewing terminals 4 that have completed the prescribed security authentication can access network N3 from external networks. Information server 120 primarily manages image or video information stored on intermediate server 110 and provides a management interface for viewing images or videos on viewing terminals 4. Information server 120 displays images or videos on the screen of viewing terminals 4 via the management interface. The owner of viewing terminal 4 can view the images or videos.

[0065] like Figure 6 As shown, the intermediate server 110 includes a first storage unit 111 and a date and time management unit 112 as part of its functions. The first storage unit 111 stores information about images or videos transmitted from the camera 20.

[0066] The date and time management unit 112 manages the combination of date and time at a specific point in time, i.e., date and time information. The date and time information displayed is used throughout the management system 1. Upon receiving a startup notification that camera 20 has been activated, the date and time management unit 112 sends the date and time information to camera 20.

[0067] As functions, the information server 120 includes a second storage unit 121, a location management unit 122, an image management unit 123, a screen display unit 124, a first authentication unit 125, and a second authentication unit 126.

[0068] The second storage unit 121 stores various information for managing devices and ensuring security, contained in the management server 3. Specifically, the second storage unit 121 stores identification information for each of the multiple camera units 2. For example, the identification information for the multiple camera units 2 is distinguished by a unique identifier provided to each communication unit 10. The second storage unit 121 stores site information related to multiple construction sites managed by the company that owns the management server 3. The site information includes information such as the building that is a construction site, the location of the building that is a construction site, the construction content of the construction site, and the construction company associated with the construction site.

[0069] The location management unit 122 manages the current location information of the imaging unit 2. The location information of the imaging unit 2 is determined by the location information sent from the camera 20 of the imaging unit 2. Specifically, consider the case where, after the first location information is initially received from the first camera 20 among the plurality of cameras 20 included in the imaging unit 2, a second location information is received from a subsequent camera 20 among the plurality of cameras 20. When the first location information is received from the first camera 20, the location management unit 122 identifies the imaging unit 2 and determines the location shown by the first location information as the location information of the imaging unit 2. Then, when the second location information is received, the location management unit 122 recognizes that the location information of the imaging unit 2 already exists and does not reflect the second location information in the location information of the imaging unit 2. That is, the location management unit 122 manages the location of the subsequent camera 20 based on the first location information, not the second location information.

[0070] If the second location information received from the rear camera 20 is further away from the current location information of the shooting unit 2 by a predetermined determination distance, the location management unit 122 reflects the second location information to the location information of the shooting unit 2. That is, in this case, the location management unit 122 manages the second location information instead of the first location information as the current location information of the shooting unit 2.

[0071] In addition, the location management unit 122 can also reset the location information of the shooting unit 2 when the power supply to all cameras 20 included in a certain shooting unit 2 is disconnected, so that the location information is not managed.

[0072] If the position of the camera unit 2 is within a certain distance relative to the position of the construction site shown in the site information, the image management unit 123 associates the camera unit 2 with the site information. That is, it determines the construction site where the camera unit 2 is located.

[0073] Furthermore, the image management unit 123 adds management information to the image or video information received from the camera 20 and stores it in the first storage unit 111. Specifically, when the image management unit 123 receives image or video information from the camera 20, it stores the identification information of the camera 20, the identification information of the capturing unit 2 containing the camera 20, the location information of the capturing unit 2, and the location information of the construction site in the first storage unit 111. Here, the camera 20 captures image or video information in accordance with date and time information, therefore, the image or video information includes date and time information. In addition, if the location of the capturing unit 2 does not correspond to the location of the construction site, or if the location information is not received from the camera 20 and the capturing unit 2 does not correspond to the site information, the image management unit 123 may store the image or video information in the first storage unit 111 without corresponding the location of the construction site.

[0074] The screen display unit 124 provides a management interface for viewing images or videos. The screen display unit 124 manages the content displayed on the screen in the management interface.

[0075] The authentication system comprises a first authentication unit 125 and a second authentication unit 126. The first authentication unit 125 manages access from outside the network N3 to inside the network N3. For example, the first authentication unit 125 can manage access to the management interface from a viewing terminal 4 not included in the network N3. The first authentication unit 125 can manage authentication for including a viewing terminal 4 not included in the network N3 within the network N3. Furthermore, the first authentication unit 125 can also manage access to the management interface from a viewing terminal 4 included in the network N3.

[0076] The second authentication unit 126 manages access to view image or video information for the viewing terminal 4, which is authorized by the first authentication unit 125. That is, the second authentication unit 126 performs further access authentication on the viewing terminal 4, which is capable of accessing network N3. The second authentication unit 126 performs access authentication on the management interface. The functions of the second authentication unit 126 include the first display unit 127, the second display unit 128, and the deactivation unit 129.

[0077] The first display unit 127 displays a first map including the authentication location and an authentication icon indicating the authentication location. The second display unit 128 displays a second map including the authentication location but not including the authentication icon. The deactivation unit 129 deactivates the security protection of the viewing terminal 4 if the access authentication conditions are met in the second map. In this case, the viewing terminal 4 can access image or video information.

[0078] Next, use Figure 7 This describes the processing performed by camera 20 and management server 3 when camera 20 is started.

[0079] Figure 7 This is a flowchart illustrating the processing actions of a part of the management system in Implementation 1.

[0080] Figure 7 The flowchart begins when one of the multiple cameras 20 is activated.

[0081] In step S01, the activated camera 20 sends a startup notification indicating that it has been activated to the management server 3 via the communication device 10. The processing of the activated camera 20 will be explained in the following flowchart. At this time, the camera 20 simultaneously begins processes such as determining its own location using technologies such as GPS and activating the camera application.

[0082] Then, in step S02, the intermediate server 110 and information server 120 of the management server 3 receive the startup notification. The date and time management unit 112 of the intermediate server 110 sends the current date and time information to the camera 20.

[0083] Then, in step S03, camera 20 receives date and time information. Camera 20 sets the current date and time based on the date and time information.

[0084] Then, in step S04, the camera 20 determines its current position and whether it has obtained its own position information.

[0085] If no location information is obtained in step S04, the action in step S05 is performed. In step S05, the camera 20 determines whether the time without obtaining location information has exceeded the predetermined stop time.

[0086] If the time for which location information is not obtained in step S05 does not exceed the stop time, the actions starting from step S04 are repeated.

[0087] If the time for which location information is not obtained in step S05 exceeds the stop time, step S06 is performed. In step S06, the camera 20 determines whether the preparation of the camera application is complete. If the preparation of the camera application is not complete in step S06, step S06 is repeated.

[0088] If the preparation of the camera application is completed in step S06, proceed to step S07. In step S07, the camera 20 is in a state where shooting preparation is complete. For example, if the first function button 26 is operated in this state, the camera 20 starts shooting in accordance with the date and time information. Then, the flowchart operation ends.

[0089] If the location information is obtained in step S04, then step S08 is performed. In step S08, the camera 20 sends the obtained location information to the management server 3 via the communication device 10.

[0090] Then, in step S09, the management server 3 receives the location information of the camera 20. The location management unit 122 of the information server 120 determines whether the location information of the camera 20 is the initial location information sent from the corresponding shooting unit 2. Several methods can be used to determine whether it is the initial location information.

[0091] For example, if the location information of the shooting unit 2 is determined within the specified determination time, the location management unit 122 may also determine that the location information received in step S09 is not the initial location information.

[0092] For example, the location management unit 122 may reset and delete the location information of the imaging unit 2 at predetermined intervals or according to each moment. In this case, if the location information of the imaging unit 2 is undetermined, the location management unit 122 may determine that the location information received in step S09 is the initial location information. If the location information of the imaging unit 2 is determined, the location management unit 122 may determine that the location information received in step S09 is not the initial location information.

[0093] For example, if the location information of the shooting unit 2 is farther than the location information received in step S09, the location management unit 122 can also determine that the location information received in step S09 is the initial location information.

[0094] If, in step S09, it is determined that the received location information is the initial location information, the operation in step S10 is performed. In step S10, the location management unit 122 determines the position of the imaging unit 2, which includes the camera 20, as shown in the received location information. That is, the location management unit 122 sets the location information of the imaging unit 2.

[0095] Then, the action in step S11 is performed. In step S11, the image management unit 123 of the information server 120 associates any construction site with the shooting unit 2 based on the location information and site information of the shooting unit 2. At this time, the image management unit 123 can also associate the location of the construction site instead of the construction site itself. Then, the actions starting from step S06 are performed.

[0096] If the location information is determined to be different from the initial location information in step S09, the operation in step S12 is performed. In step S12, the location management unit 122 does not update the already set location information of the shooting unit 2. That is, the location management unit 122 manages the location information of the shooting unit 2 based on the location of the camera 20 that previously received location information. Then, the operations starting from step S06 are performed.

[0097] Furthermore, if location information is not obtained in step S04, the determination shown in step S05 may be skipped, and the actions starting from step S06 may proceed instead. In this case, the camera 20 can continue to acquire location information independently of the camera application.

[0098] Next, use Figures 8-15 This describes the screen displayed by the management interface.

[0099] Figure 8 This is the authentication screen displayed in the management interface of the management system in Implementation Method 1. Figure 9 This is the first map screen displayed in the management interface of the management system in Implementation Method 1. Figure 10 This is the second map displayed in the management interface of the management system in Implementation Method 1. Figure 11 This is the second map displayed in the management interface of the management system in Implementation Method 1. Figure 12 This is a thumbnail view displayed in the management interface of the management system in Implementation Method 1. Figure 13 This is the timeline screen displayed in the management interface of the management system in Implementation Method 1. Figure 14 It is the image displayed in the management interface of the management system in Implementation Method 1. Figure 15 It is the image displayed in the management interface of the management system in Implementation Method 1.

[0100] Figure 8 The login screen indicates that security authentication has been performed by the first authentication department 125. The login screen is displayed on the viewing terminal 4 and can be changed within the management interface. This viewing terminal 4 is a terminal that has not had its access to network N3 revoked. The login screen includes a form F for accepting input of registered password authentication, password authentication for two-phase authentication, etc.

[0101] The first authentication unit 125 determines whether the authentication conditions of the first authentication are met based on the input information, etc. If the authentication conditions are met, the first authentication unit 125 deactivates the security protection of the viewing terminal 4, allowing the viewing terminal 4 to access the network N3. Furthermore, if the viewing terminal 4 is included in the network N3, the first authentication unit 125 can consider that the authentication conditions have been met and deactivate the security protection of the viewing terminal 4.

[0102] Figures 9-11 The screen shows the security protection certification conducted by the 2nd Certification Department 126. Figure 9 The screen displays the first map. The first display unit 127 displays the first map on the viewing terminal 4 whose security has been deactivated by the first authentication unit 125. However, the first display unit 127 does not display the first map on the viewing terminal 4 whose security has not been deactivated by the first authentication unit 125 and therefore cannot access the network N3.

[0103] The first map is a map with a scale larger than a prescribed boundary threshold. For example, the first map is a map of Japan that includes most of Honshu, the main island of the Japanese archipelago. The first map includes more than one certification location. The second certification unit 126 performs safety protection certification using location information that only a person who should view the images of the construction site is aware of. The certification location is the location used by the second certification unit 126 for safety protection certification. For example, the certification location is the location of the construction site. In particular, the certification location is the location of the modernization site for the elevator installation 200.

[0104] One or more authentication icons (I) are displayed on the first map. Each authentication icon (I) corresponds to and represents an authentication location. In the first map of the management interface, authentication icons (I) can be selected via mouse clicks, touch panel inputs, etc.

[0105] People who want to view or listen to images of a construction site can select the authentication icon I corresponding to the construction site they wish to view or listen to on the first map, or zoom in on the first map to reduce the scale by including the authentication icon I.

[0106] Then, it will be displayed in the management interface. Figure 10 The second map shown. Specifically, when an authentication icon I is selected in the first map, the second display unit 128 displays a second map on the screen with a scale of a predetermined boundary threshold and including the authentication location corresponding to the authentication icon I. Alternatively, when the first map is enlarged to include an authentication icon I and the scale is below the predetermined boundary threshold, the second display unit 128 displays a second map on the screen with a scale of the predetermined boundary threshold.

[0107] exist Figure 10 The example shown includes a second map containing Tokyo. This second map is a map with a scale below the boundary threshold. That is, the second map contains maps with a scale smaller than the boundary threshold. The second map includes certified locations. However, including certified locations on the second map is not mandatory. Certification icon I is not shown on the second map.

[0108] Figure 11 Indicates ratio Figure 10The result of zooming in is a second map with a smaller scale. In the second map of the management interface, any location on the map can be specified via mouse clicks, touch panel touch operations, etc. If a specified location on the second map is within the prescribed authentication distance from the authentication location, the deactivation unit 129 deactivates the security protection for viewing images or videos of the construction site corresponding to that authentication location.

[0109] exist Figure 11 The diagram schematically shows the designated location P and the circle E, centered on location P, with a radius defined as the authentication distance. For example, the authentication distance is 50m. If an authentication location exists within circle E, and the distance between the authentication location and the designated location P is within the authentication distance, then the release unit 129 releases the security protection. Furthermore, if the designated location in the second map has moved away from the authentication location from the prescribed authentication distance, the release unit 129 does not release the security protection used for viewing images or videos of the construction site corresponding to that authentication location.

[0110] Furthermore, if the designated location is within the authentication distance corresponding to multiple authentication locations, the release unit 129 can also display information on the management interface for selecting any one of the multiple construction sites corresponding to the multiple authentication locations.

[0111] Next, use Figures 12-15 This describes the screen used for viewing images or videos. Additionally, the following describes the situation where images are stored on management server 3.

[0112] With the safety protection removed by the deactivation unit 129, the management interface changes to a screen for selecting the corresponding construction site image. The screen display unit 124 displays a screen for selecting the image before displaying the image itself.

[0113] Figure 12 The first example shows a screen where an image is selected. In this first example, the screen display unit 124 displays a thumbnail of the image. Figure 1 View the screen. In the thumbnail... Figure 1 The images captured by the camera 20 of the same capturing unit 2 are displayed in the view. (Thumbnail) Figure 1 The view displays a thumbnail (S) corresponding to the date and time of the image captured at that time. Within the thumbnail S, a portion of the corresponding on-site information can also be displayed. When viewing the thumbnail... Figure 1 When a thumbnail S is selected on the viewing screen, the screen display unit 124 changes the management interface to display the image of the selected thumbnail and an image taken by the same shooting unit 2 with the same date and time.

[0114] Figure 13 The second example shows a screen displaying selected images. In this second example, the screen display unit 124 displays a timeline screen of the images. The timeline screen displays images captured by the cameras 20 of the same capturing unit 2, side-by-side. The timeline screen shows the date and time, and bars indicating the date and time when the images were captured. These bars are positioned in the corresponding positions of the date and time. Multiple bars representing images captured by the multiple cameras 20 of the capturing unit 2 are arranged so that the capture time is consistent. When a bar is selected in the timeline screen, the screen display unit 124 changes the management interface to display the image of the selected bar and the image captured by the same capturing unit 2 at the same date and time.

[0115] Figure 14 This is an example of a screen displaying images. The screen display unit 124 displays multiple captured images on the management interface screen in a way that synchronizes the date and time.

[0116] For example, if all four cameras included in the imaging unit 2—first camera 20a, second camera 20b, third camera 20c, and fourth camera 20d—capture images on a certain date and time, the first storage unit 111 stores four images corresponding to each other. Since all four images are captured reflecting date and time information, the date and time shown in the images are consistent with each other.

[0117] The display unit 124 displays four images simultaneously on the same screen and reproduces them concurrently. At this time, the display unit 124 synchronously reproduces the date and time of all images. For example, if an arbitrary reproduction position is specified using the search bar B1 in one image, the display unit 124 moves the search bars B1 of the other three images to the positions corresponding to the specified reproduction positions for their respective dates and times.

[0118] The display unit 124 displays alarm buttons B2 at positions corresponding to the images. Alarm buttons B2 are selectable buttons. When four images are displayed, four alarm buttons B2 corresponding to each of the four images are displayed. Each of the four alarm buttons B2 corresponds to one of the four cameras 20.

[0119] When the alarm button B2 corresponding to a specific camera 20 is selected via click, touch, or other means, the light 22 of that camera 20 flashes. For example, when a field agent who has confirmed the image from the viewing terminal 4 wants to alert the operator shown in a specific camera 20, they select the alarm button B2 corresponding to that camera 20. In this case, the light on that camera 20 flashes, which is noticed by the operator.

[0120] like Figure 15As shown, the screen display unit 124 can also display only one of the multiple images. The alarm button B2 corresponding to the image is also displayed on this screen.

[0121] Next, use Figure 16 This section describes an example of the hardware that constitutes the information server 120.

[0122] Figure 16 This is a hardware structure diagram of the information server of the management system in Implementation Method 1.

[0123] The functions of the information server 120 can be implemented by processing circuitry. For example, the processing circuitry includes at least one processor 1000a and at least one memory 1000b. For example, the processing circuitry includes at least one dedicated hardware 2000.

[0124] When the processing circuit includes at least one processor 1000a and at least one memory 1000b, the functions of the information server 120 are implemented by software, firmware, or a combination of software and firmware. At least one of the software and firmware is described as a program. At least one of the software and firmware is stored in at least one memory 1000b. The at least one processor 1000a implements the functions of the information server 120 by reading and executing the program stored in the at least one memory 1000b. The at least one processor 1000a is also referred to as a central processing unit, processing unit, arithmetic unit, microprocessor, microcomputer, or DSP. For example, the at least one memory 1000b is a non-volatile or volatile semiconductor memory such as RAM, ROM, flash memory, EPROM, EEPROM, a disk, floppy disk, optical disk, compact disk, mini disk, DVD, etc.

[0125] When the processing circuit has at least one dedicated hardware 2000, the processing circuit is implemented, for example, by a single circuit, a composite circuit, a programmable processor, a parallel programmable processor, an ASIC, an FPGA, or a combination thereof. For example, each function of the information server 120 is implemented by the processing circuit. For example, each function of the information server 120 is implemented by the processing circuit.

[0126] Regarding the various functions of the information server 120, some can be implemented using dedicated hardware 2000, while others can be implemented using software or firmware. For example, the functions of the screen display unit 124 can be implemented by a processing circuit that is a dedicated hardware 2000, and functions other than those of the screen display unit 124 can be implemented by at least one processor 1000a reading and executing a program stored in at least one memory 1000b.

[0127] In this way, the processing circuit implements the various functions of the information server 120 through hardware 2000, software, firmware, or a combination thereof.

[0128] Furthermore, the information server 120 can also be implemented on a cloud server. In this case, the processing circuitry consists of multiple circuit components. These multiple processing circuit components are respectively located in multiple devices constituting the cloud server. The multiple devices constituting the cloud server can also be located in different buildings.

[0129] Although not illustrated, the functions of the intermediate server 110, the reading terminal 4, and the camera 20 are implemented by the same processing circuits that implement the functions of the information server 120.

[0130] According to Embodiment 1 described above, the authentication system included in the management server 3 has functions implemented through a program, namely, a first display unit 127, a second display unit 128, and a deactivation unit 129. When a designated location on the second map is within the authentication distance of the authentication location, the security protection is deactivated. Since the authentication icon is not shown on the second map, the person who can deactivate the security protection is someone who can determine the authentication location on the map. Therefore, the authentication system can deactivate the security protection using someone who knows specific information. Furthermore, the security protection can be deactivated using a simple method such as specifying a location on the second map, thus improving user convenience. For example, a safety and hygiene supervisor at a construction site is someone who can know the location of the construction site as the authentication location based on other information. The safety and hygiene supervisor can deactivate the security protection for accessing image information through a simple operation that is easy to understand and intuitive.

[0131] In addition, the authentication system also includes a first authentication unit 125. A first display unit 127 displays a first map on a reading terminal 4 located within the network N3, which is accessible via the first authentication unit 125. This two-stage security protection enhances the security of the authentication system.

[0132] Furthermore, the authentication distance is set to 50m. The release condition for the security protection is that a person designates the location on a map; therefore, if the authentication distance is too narrow, it is difficult for a person to release the security protection. On the other hand, if the authentication distance is too wide, the security protection is weakened. By setting the authentication distance to 50m, it is easy for someone who knows the authentication location to designate it, and it prevents someone who does not know the authentication location from designating it incorrectly.

[0133] Furthermore, the authentication location is the construction site of the elevator project. Generally, the elevator construction site is represented on a map as a point on a building. In this case, the authentication location directly corresponds to the construction site. Therefore, the authentication location coincides with the location on the map that a person who knows the information about the construction site would identify as the construction site. As a result, the authentication location can be easily represented by someone who knows specific information such as the location of the elevator construction site.

[0134] Furthermore, when the authentication icon shown on the first map is selected, the second display unit 128 displays a second map with a scale equal to the boundary threshold. Therefore, a person wishing to disable the security protection can easily view the second map containing the authentication location.

[0135] Furthermore, when the first map is zoomed in, the second display unit 128 displays a second map with a scale equal to the boundary threshold. That is, even if the first map is zoomed in to a scale exceeding the boundary threshold, a second map with a scale equal to the boundary threshold is displayed. Therefore, it is less likely for a person to lose sight of the authentication location due to excessive zooming. Additionally, methods that rely on zooming in on the first map using the authentication icon on the first map to determine the authentication location in the second map can be suppressed. As a result, security is improved.

[0136] In addition, the management system 1 can also be applied to elevator systems without a machine room and where the traction machine and other components are located at the bottom or top of the shaft.

[0137] Industrial availability

[0138] As described above, the authentication system disclosed herein can be used for security authentication of interfaces used to view engineering images.

[0139] Label Explanation

[0140] 1: Management system; 2: Shooting unit; 3: Management server; 4: Reading terminal; 10: Communication unit; 11: Main body; 12: Setting table; 20: Camera; 20a: First camera; 20b: Second camera; 20c: Third camera; 20d: Fourth camera; 21: Lens; 22: Light; 23: Power light; 24: First function light; 25: Second function light; 26: First function button; 27: Second function button; 30: Network hub; 31: Communication cable; 32: Communication cable; 40: Repeater; 41: Antenna surface; 42: Mounting surface; 50: Holding element; 60: Power supply unit; 110: Intermediate server; 111: First storage unit; 112: Date and time management unit; 120: Information server; 121: The 2 Storage Unit; 122: Location Management Unit; 123: Image Management Unit; 124: Screen Display Unit; 125: First Authentication Unit; 126: Second Authentication Unit; 127: First Display Unit; 128: Second Display Unit; 129: Deactivation Unit; 200: Elevator Unit; 201: Hoistway; 202: Machine Room; 203: Truss; 204: Pit; 205: Guide Rail; 205a: Head; 205b: Bottom; 205s: Surface; 206: Car; 207: Car Room; 208: Car Fence; 300: Building; 1000a: Processor; 1000b: Memory; 2000: Hardware; B1: Search Bar; B2: Alarm Button; F: Form; I: Authentication Icon; N1: Network; N2: Network; N3: Network; S: Thumbnail.

Claims

1. An authentication system, the authentication system comprising: The first display unit displays a first map containing authentication locations, showing authentication icons representing the authentication locations, and the scale is larger than a predetermined boundary threshold. The second display unit, when the first map is zoomed in or the authentication icon shown in the first map is selected, displays a second map with a scale below the boundary threshold and without showing the authentication icon; and The deactivation unit, upon receiving a notification in the second map that the designated location is within the authentication distance of the authentication location, deactivates the security protection.

2. The authentication system according to claim 1, wherein, The authentication system also includes a first authentication unit, which, upon meeting the authentication conditions, disables security measures to allow the terminal to access the network's internal structure. The first display unit does not display the first map on terminals that cannot access the network, but displays the first map on terminals that can access the network through the first authentication unit.

3. The authentication system according to claim 1 or 2, wherein, The authentication distance is 50m.

4. The authentication system according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, The certified location is the location of the construction site where the elevator project is being carried out.

5. The authentication system according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein, When the authentication icon shown in the first map is selected, the second display unit displays the second map with a scale of the boundary threshold and including the authentication location.

6. The authentication system according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein, When the first map is enlarged to a scale below the boundary threshold, the second display unit displays the second map with a scale of the boundary threshold.

7. A program that causes a computer to perform the following steps: The first display step involves displaying a first map that includes the authentication location, shows the authentication icon representing the authentication location, and has a scale larger than a specified boundary threshold. The second display step involves, after the first display step, displaying a second map with a scale below the boundary threshold and without showing the authentication icon, if the first map has been zoomed in or if the authentication icon shown in the first map has been selected; and The deactivation step occurs after the second display step, where the security protection is deactivated if the designated location in the second map is within the authentication distance of the authentication location.

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