Information processing device for referencing and managing QR code-based history information.

Abstract

This invention provides a history information management device that allows for selective switching between the use of historical information for reference and management, enabling flexible operation according to the type of object and purpose of use. [Solution] The history information management device comprises an object with a QR code (registered trademark) attached, an information processing device that reads the QR code, and an information processing infrastructure connected to the information processing device. It references or manages history information related to the object, starting from the QR code. The information processing device is connected to the information processing infrastructure that provides history information by reading the QR code, and selectively executes either a one-way reference mode that references and displays history information in one direction, or a two-way management mode that registers, updates, and manages history information. This allows for easy and flexible handling of history information without limiting the objects to which it can be used.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to an information processing apparatus that acquires history information regarding an object starting from a QR code and makes the history information available in either a one-way reference or a two-way management mode. In particular, the present invention relates to an information processing apparatus that switches a processing mode based on a user's selection or operation starting from the same QR code and performs reference, registration, update, and management of history information.

Background Art

[0002] In recent years, there has been an increasing need to manage and refer to the history information and provenance information of various objects such as vehicles, household appliances, agricultural products, collectible cards, certificates of authenticity, warranties, and public certificates that are targets of collection, appraisal, and ownership as digital data. Conventionally, this information has often been managed by paper media or independent databases for each business operator, and ensuring the authenticity, tamper resistance, and long-term referability of the information has been a problem.

[0003] In this field, as a technology for ensuring the authenticity of digital data, a proof foundation using blockchain technology is known. For example, Utility Model Registration No. 3253775 discloses a basic technology for ensuring tamper resistance and provability by recording identification information generated from digital data on a blockchain.

[0004] However, in the prior art, a configuration in which, starting from a QR code or the like attached to an object, the "reference case" and the "registration / management case" of history information can be flexibly switched and used within the same mechanism has not been sufficiently organized.

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0005] In view of the above problems, the present invention acquires history information regarding an object starting from the same QR code, The relevant history information - One-way reference mode for reference only. or • Two-way management mode for registering, updating, and managing historical information. The objective is to provide an information processing device that can be selectively switched to one of the following modes for use. The aim is to improve convenience and versatility by allowing reference and management purposes to coexist on the same information processing platform, depending on the nature of the object and the user's intentions. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] The information processing device according to the present invention comprises an information processing device for reading a QR code and an information processing infrastructure connected based on the identification information contained in the QR code.

[0007] The aforementioned information processing infrastructure manages historical information about the object based on the fundamental technology related to Utility Model Registration No. 3253775. The information processing device has a mode determination means that, after reading the QR code, acquires historical information about the object and determines how the historical information will be used. The mode determination means selectively executes either a one-way reference mode or a two-way management mode. In one-way reference mode, historical information about the object is displayed for reference, and no registration or updating of such historical information is performed. In two-way management mode, in addition to displaying historical information about the object, registration, updating, and management of historical information are possible based on user operations. These processes are characterized by being executed based on the same QR code origin. [Effects of the Invention]

[0008] According to this invention, since the same QR code can be used to selectively switch between referencing and managing historical information, flexible operation is possible depending on the type of object and purpose of use. Furthermore, by linking with an information processing platform that utilizes blockchain technology as its underlying technology, the authenticity and resistance to tampering of historical information can be ensured. Furthermore, this invention is applicable to a wide range of objects, including vehicles, home appliances, agricultural products, cards, appraisal certificates, warranties, and official documents, and is highly versatile. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0009] [Figure 1] This diagram shows the basic processing flow for referencing and managing QR code-based history information. [Figure 2] This diagram shows how, in the processing flow of Figure 1, one-way reference mode or bidirectional management mode is selectively executed based on the mode determination. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0010] The embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to Figures 1 and 2. Users scan the QR code attached to the object using an information processing device (such as a smartphone). The QR code contains identification information for identifying the object. The information processing device connects to the information processing infrastructure based on the identification information and acquires historical information about the object. Next, the information processing device determines the mode based on the user's operation or settings and selects either one-way reference mode or two-way management mode. When one-way reference mode is selected, historical information is displayed for reference only, and no information is registered or updated. When the two-way management mode is selected, in addition to displaying history information, users can also register, update, and manage history information. These processes are executed starting from the same QR code. [Examples]

[0011] An embodiment of the present invention will be described below. For example, when a user scans a QR code attached to a vehicle with their smartphone, the system connects to an information processing infrastructure based on the identification information contained in the QR code, and the vehicle's inspection history and ownership history are retrieved. If the user selects one-way reference mode, the history information will only be displayed for reference purposes, and no registration or updating of the information will occur. On the other hand, if the user selects the two-way management mode, the user can register or update new inspection and management information for the vehicle. Thus, according to this invention, it is possible to selectively switch between reference and management purposes and utilize history information from the same QR code starting point.

Claims

1. An information processing device that connects to an information processing device starting from a QR code and allows access to historical information about an object, characterized in that, upon reading the QR code, it connects to an information processing infrastructure that provides historical information and has the function of unidirectionally referencing and displaying historical information about an object, thereby enabling referencing and management of QR code-starting historical information.

2. The information processing device for referencing and managing QR code-based history information according to claim 1 is characterized in that the information processing device has a bidirectional function for registering, updating, and managing history information relating to an object based on user operations.

3. The information processing apparatus according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the object is a vehicle, home appliance, warranty, agricultural product, card, appraisal certificate, official document, or an object similar to these that must be managed.

4. The aforementioned information processing device has a one-way reference mode that only references historical information, The information processing device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that it selectively operates a bidirectional management mode for registering and managing historical information using the same QR code as the starting point.

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