Anti-theft smart umbrella with fingerprint authentication function
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- JP · JP
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-11-17
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-28
- Estimated Expiration
- Not applicable · inactive patent
AI Technical Summary
Conventional umbrellas lack an anti-theft mechanism, leading to frequent thefts, especially in public facilities, resulting in resource waste and unnecessary repurchases.
Integration of a fingerprint authentication system within the umbrella handle, utilizing an optical fingerprint sensor and a lithium battery, to ensure only authorized users can operate the umbrella.
The fingerprint authentication system prevents unauthorized use, enhancing security and reducing thefts, thereby minimizing resource loss.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present invention relates to enhancing the security function implemented in a security device using fingerprint authentication technology on a conventional umbrella.
Background Art
[0002] Conventional umbrellas can be opened and closed by anyone using the downward push type or button type, so thefts are frequent, especially in public facilities, and there was no anti-theft function for the umbrella itself.
Summary of the Invention
Problems to be Solved by the Invention
[0003] By the popularization and wide recognition of umbrellas having this function, thefts at umbrella stands in public facilities can be prevented, and waste of stolen umbrellas and repurchases due to thefts can be eliminated, thus preventing resource loss.
Effects of the Invention
[0004] With the fingerprint authentication function, others cannot open and close stolen umbrellas at all, realizing high security.
Brief Description of the Drawings
[0005] [Figure 1] Overall configuration diagram of an umbrella with a fingerprint authentication function [Figure 2] Internal structure diagram (handle part)
Modes for Carrying Out the Invention
[0006] A lithium battery is installed inside the handle of the handle, and the fingerprint authentication sensor adopts an optical type and a capacitance type. Also, an LED lamp is arranged at the tip of the handle, and fingerprint authentication registration, cancellation, and additional registration are performed using lighting and blinking.
Examples
[0007] This invention relates to an umbrella equipped with a fingerprint authentication sensor inside the handle. The sensor employs an optical fingerprint authentication device and is located at the top of the handle where the umbrella's opening and closing button is usually found. The authentication device has a built-in lithium battery, which can be reused for charging.
Claims
1. The following features should be added to umbrellas that are prone to theft. The handle is equipped with a fingerprint authentication function, and the umbrella cannot be opened or closed without using registered fingerprint or vein authentication.
2. Encrypt fingerprint and vein authentication data to identify each umbrella individually.
3. Fingerprint authentication can be registered, deregistered, and additional registrations can be made using a Bluetooth-connected smartphone.
4. The umbrella has a USB-type charging plug at the end of the handle, allowing it to be charged.
5. It can prevent theft and misuse by others in public places, commercial facilities, and workplaces, thus preventing theft.
Citation Information
Patent Citations
Individual authentication system for umbrella
JP2015039513A