Information processing method, handwriting input device, and server

Abstract

To provide an information processing method, a handwriting input device and a server, capable of preventing a mischief or unauthorized action, so as to enable proper information to be distributed.SOLUTION: An information processing system is configured to: make a display device 30 authenticate a handwriting input device 10 in which first profile data is held; make the display device 30 accept a handwriting input, by the handwriting input device 10, when the authentication is successful; and associate the inputted handwritten data, the first profile data and second profile data of the display device 30, and transmit the associated data to an administrative server 50.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] The present invention relates to an information processing method, a handwriting input device, and a server. [Background technology]

[0002] In recent years, there has been an increasing need to provide information to users in train stations, event venues, tourist spots, public facilities, etc. For example, in the railway business, the number of unmanned stations is on the rise, making it more difficult to provide human support to users of unmanned stations (especially people with disabilities), and the need to provide information becomes even greater in emergencies such as disasters.

[0003] Patent document 1 discloses a system in which stroke data drawn on an electronic whiteboard display at one location is transmitted to an electronic whiteboard at another location via a communications network, and is then displayed on the display at that other location. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] Patent No. 6540367 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] However, in a system like that described in Patent Document 1, if a third party writes a message on the display for the purpose of mischief, that message may be displayed on displays at other locations. In particular, if lies or incorrect information is distributed in an emergency, it may lead to confusion.

[0006] The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and has an object to provide an information processing method, a handwriting input device, and a server that can prevent mischief and fraud and distribute appropriate information. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] The present application includes multiple means for solving the above problems, and one example is an information processing method in which a display device authenticates a handwriting input device that holds first profile data, and if the authentication is successful, the display device accepts handwriting input from the handwriting input device, and associates the input handwriting data, the first profile data, and second profile data of the display device and transmits them to a server. Effect of the Invention

[0008] According to the present invention, it is possible to prevent mischief and fraud and distribute appropriate information. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0009] [Figure 1] 1 is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of a configuration of an information processing system according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Diagram 2] FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of a configuration of a handwriting input device. [Diagram 3] FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a configuration of an access profile. [Figure 4] FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of a configuration of a display device. [Diagram 5] FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a configuration of a device profile. [Figure 6] FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of a configuration of a management server. [Figure 7] FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a configuration of an access profile. [Figure 8] FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram showing an example of the configuration of a content profile. [Figure 9] FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a configuration of time stamp information. [Figure 10] FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a configuration of device information. [Figure 11] FIG. 2 is a flow chart illustrating an example of a processing procedure of the information processing system. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0010] Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram showing an example of the configuration of an information processing system according to the present embodiment. The information processing system includes a management server (server) 50 and a plurality of display devices 30. The display device 30 includes a display unit 32. The display device 30 can be configured, for example, as an electronic paper display. The display devices 30 are installed at locations A, B, and C, respectively. The locations A to C are installed, for example, in station premises, event venues, tourist spots, and public facilities. In this specification, a railway business is taken as an example, and location A is described as a manned station, and locations B and C are described as unmanned stations, but the present invention is not limited to this. At location A, a handwriting input device 10 that can input handwriting to the display unit 32 of the display device 30 can be used. The handwriting input device 10 is configured, for example, as a stylus pen. The management server 50 and each display device 30 are connected via a communication network 1. The management server 50 is also connected to a terminal device 20 via a communication network 2.

[0011] In the case of a railway business, in the event of an emergency such as a disaster, a user such as a station staff member uses the handwriting input device 10 to which the user has access authority to input an emergency message into the display unit 32 of the display device 30. The display device 30 transmits the emergency message to the management server 50.

[0012] The management server 50 mainly performs access management, record management, access right / hierarchy management, and content distribution management. In this specification, the management server 50 performs management related to railway safety guidance services not only in normal times but also in emergencies such as disasters, but is not limited to this. The management server 50 can distribute and display emergency messages to display devices 30 installed in other unmanned stations. This makes it possible to convey emergency messages to users of unmanned stations.

[0013] The terminal device 20 can be configured, for example, as a personal computer or a tablet. Using the terminal device 20, the administrator can create content to be displayed on the display device 30, register the content in the management server 50, and create, register, and update a content distribution schedule.

[0014] 2 is a schematic diagram showing an example of the configuration of a handwriting input device 10. The handwriting input device 10 is a touch pen, and allows operation or handwriting input on the display unit 32 by touching or pressing a desired position on the surface of the display unit 32, which is a touch panel. The handwriting input device 10 includes a pen tip 11, a pen body 12, a communication unit 13, and a secure element 14. The handwriting input device 10 may be a passive pen or an active pen.

[0015] The secure element 14 holds an access profile (first profile data) 15. The secure element 14 is a tamper-resistant semiconductor element, and can be mounted on a UICC (Universal Integrated Circuit Card) (SIM card) or the like. The secure element 14 may be detachable from the pen body 12 like a SIM card, or may be built in the pen body 12 in advance.

[0016] The communication unit 13 is, for example, an NFC (Near Field Communication) controller, and performs short-distance wireless communication with the display device 30 serving as an NFC reader. The communication unit 13 transmits the access profile 15 to the display device 30 together with an authentication request for the handwriting input device 10. Note that the access profile 15 may be encrypted and stored in the secure element 14, and when transmitting the access profile 15 to the display device 30, the communication unit 13 may perform a decryption process to decrypt the access profile 15.

[0017] Fig. 3 is a schematic diagram showing an example of the configuration of the access profile 15. The access profile 15 is profile data for restricting and managing the use of the handwriting input device 10 by a third party, a user who has impersonated another person, or a user who has no access authority. As shown in Fig. 3, data items of the access profile 15 include a company ID, a service ID, an individual ID, an access right / hierarchy, and an authentication core. Note that the data items are not limited to the example of Fig. 3.

[0018] The company ID is an identifier for identifying a company, and may be a company name. In the case of a railway business, it is the name of the railway operator (railroad company name).

[0019] The service ID identifies the service content, the organization or department in charge of the service, etc. In the case of a railway business, for example, it is a railway safety guidance service. Note that the railway safety guidance service may be divided into hierarchical levels such as "operation information service," "train information service," and "facility guidance service."

[0020] The personal ID is an identifier that identifies a user (employee, person in charge) and can include the user's name, employee number, job title, etc. In the case of a railway business, for example, in addition to the name, the job title, such as station staff, transportation chief, assistant stationmaster, deputy stationmaster, stationmaster, and supervising stationmaster, can also be included.

[0021] The access rights and hierarchy stipulate the scope of a user's authority, scope of work, scope of responsibility, etc. The access rights and hierarchy may be defined comprehensively, for example, as access rights 1, 2, and 3 (the higher the number, the higher the level). For example, the higher the access right, the wider the range of unmanned stations that can be managed.

[0022] The authentication core indicates the authentication method (the mechanism of authentication).

[0023] 4 is a schematic diagram showing an example of the configuration of the display device 30. The display device 30 includes a control unit 31 that controls the entire device, a display unit 32, a communication unit 33, an authentication unit 34, a storage unit 35, and a digitization processing unit 38. The control unit 31 can be composed of a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, etc.

[0024] The display unit 32 is configured as a touch panel, and allows writing on the screen using the handwriting input device 10 in the same way as on paper.

[0025] The communication unit 33 includes a communication module, and is capable of transmitting and receiving data to and from the management server 50 via the communication network 1.

[0026] The storage unit 35 is configured by, for example, a semiconductor memory or a hard disk, and stores a device profile (second profile data) 36 and content information 37.

[0027] Content information 37 is a general term for the contents displayed on the display unit 32. The control unit 31 displays various contents on the display unit 32 by a predetermined display program. The display program is a program in which the display contents, display order, display timing, etc. of the contents are predetermined. The contents can be information related to, for example, operation information (e.g., suspension of service, delays, etc.), train information (e.g., notification of approaching trains), facility guidance information (guidelines for platform numbers, toilets, etc.), etc.

[0028] 5 is a schematic diagram showing an example of the configuration of the device profile 36. The device profile 36 is profile data for authenticating whether the handwriting input device 10 is being used by a correct user with access authority, and for managing whether the display device 30 is a regular device installed in a regular location. As shown in FIG. 5, data items of the device profile 36 include a company ID, a service ID, a device ID, an access right / hierarchy, and an authentication core. Note that the data items are not limited to the example of FIG. 5. The company ID, the service ID, and the authentication core are the same as those of the access profile 15.

[0029] The device ID includes the location where the display device 30 is installed and an identifier of the display device 30. In the case of a railway business, the device ID indicates which station the display device 30 is installed in and which device number it is.

[0030] The access right hierarchy includes an individual ID that is permitted to access the display device 30. The access right hierarchy may be defined as a comprehensive level, such as access rights 1, 2, and 3 (the higher the number, the higher the level).

[0031] The authentication unit 34 has a function as an NFC reader, and authenticates the handwriting input device 10. For example, if the personal ID in the access profile 15 of the handwriting input device 10 matches the personal ID in the device profile 36, the authentication is determined to be successful, and if they do not match, the authentication is determined to be unsuccessful. If the authentication is successful, the handwriting input device 10 can be enabled (handwriting input can be accepted). Also, if the access rights of the access profile 15 of the handwriting input device 10 are equal to or greater than the access rights of the device profile 36 (the same or higher), the authentication may be determined to be successful. A handwriting input device 10 that has not been authenticated by the authentication unit 34 cannot input handwriting.

[0032] In the event of an emergency such as a disaster, station staff at location A (for example, a manned station) can instantly handwrite information to be distributed to other unmanned stations. In such cases, it is possible to prevent mischief and fraud and ensure that proper information is entered.

[0033] The storage unit 35 can store the access profile 15 acquired from the handwriting input device 10 and the handwriting data input by the handwriting input device 10 .

[0034] The digitization processing unit 38 has a character recognition and conversion function, and can convert handwritten data input by the handwriting input device 10 into characters and digitize them.

[0035] The control unit 31 transmits associated data that associates the input handwritten data, the access profile 15, and the device profile 36 to the management server 50. Note that the handwritten data may include digitized data.

[0036] 6 is a schematic diagram showing an example of the configuration of the management server 50. The management server 50 includes a control unit 51 that controls the entire server, a communication unit 52, a distribution unit 53, a determination unit 54, a collation unit 55, and a storage unit 56. The control unit 51 can be configured with a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, etc.

[0037] The communication unit 52 includes a communication module, and can transmit and receive data to and from the display device 30 via the communication network 1. The communication unit 52 can also transmit and receive data to and from the terminal device 20 via the communication network 2.

[0038] The communication unit 52 can receive related information that associates the handwritten data, the access profile 15, and the device profile 36, transmitted from the display device 30 installed at location A (for example, a manned station). The related information received by the communication unit 52 is stored in the storage unit 56 as time stamp information in association with the time related to the handwritten data.

[0039] The storage unit 56 is configured, for example, by a semiconductor memory or a hard disk, and stores an access profile 57, a content profile 58, time stamp information 59, and device information 60.

[0040] 7 is a schematic diagram showing an example of the configuration of the access profile 57. The access profile 57 is mainly used for access management. The access profile 57 is profile data for managing whether handwriting input to the display device 30 by the handwriting input device 10 has been performed by a legitimate user, and for managing whether the display device 30 is a legitimate device installed at a legitimate location.

[0041] As shown in Fig. 7, data items of the access profile 57 include a company ID, a service ID, an individual ID, access rights / hierarchy, an authentication core, a device ID, and a handwriting ID. Note that the data items are not limited to the example of Fig. 7. The company ID, the service ID, the individual ID, the access rights / hierarchy, and the authentication core are the same as those of the access profile 15. The device ID is the same as those of the device profile 36.

[0042] The handwriting ID is an identifier for identifying handwritten data received from the display device 30, and when the collation unit 55 successfully collates the handwritten data, the handwriting ID is assigned by the collation unit 55. The handwriting ID may be associated with a personal ID.

[0043] Fig. 8 is a schematic diagram showing an example of the configuration of the content profile 58. The content profile 58 is mainly used for access right and hierarchy management and content distribution management. As shown in Fig. 8, data items of the content profile 58 include an information classification ID, a history and version ID, a content ID, a viewing right and hierarchy, and an authentication core.

[0044] The information classification ID is an ID for classifying the hierarchy of information to be provided (distributed), information for each hierarchy, etc. In the case of a railway safety guidance service, the hierarchy may be classified into three, such as "operation information service," "train information service," and "facility guidance service." Information for each hierarchy may be, in normal times, information on operation information (e.g., suspension of service, delays, etc.), train information (e.g., notification of approaching trains), facility guidance information (guidelines for platform numbers, toilets, etc.), etc. In addition, in the case of an emergency, the information is classified into one of the hierarchies depending on the content of the emergency message, etc.

[0045] The history version ID includes the update date and time of the information, version information, etc.

[0046] The content ID is an identifier for each piece of content that constitutes the information to be provided (distributed).

[0047] The viewing rights and levels are the viewable levels and range of content based on the access profile, and are used to manage which users can view to what extent.

[0048] The authentication core indicates the authentication method (the mechanism of authentication).

[0049] Fig. 9 is a schematic diagram showing an example of the configuration of time stamp information 59. The time stamp information 59 is profile data for record management. As shown in Fig. 9, the time stamp information is information that associates a time stamp ID, time, location, device ID, company ID, service ID, personal ID, accessed content ID, handwritten data, and handwriting ID. Note that the time stamp information 59 is not limited to the example in Fig. 9.

[0050] The time stamp ID is an identifier for the time stamp information.

[0051] The time may be, for example, a transmission time (time related to the handwritten data) when the display device 30 transmits associated data that associates the handwritten data, the access profile 15, and the device profile 36 to the management server 50 when the user inputs the handwritten data. The time may also be a time when the user views the content or a time when the user accesses the management server 50.

[0052] The location indicates the location where the display device that transmitted the related data to the management server 50 is installed (OX station in the example of FIG. 9).

[0053] The device ID indicates the identifier of the display device that transmitted the associated data to the management server 50 (device No. 1 in the example of FIG. 9).

[0054] The personal ID indicates the identifier of the user who performed handwritten input to the display device that transmitted the related data to the management server 50 (A0020 in the example of FIG. 9).

[0055] The accessed content ID indicates the content that was viewed (accessed) by the user having the personal ID.

[0056] The handwritten data indicates data (eg, an emergency message) that has been handwritten by a user having the personal ID.

[0057] The handwriting ID is an identifier (a0020 in the example of FIG. 9) that is assigned when handwriting matching is performed on the handwritten data and the handwriting is matched with the handwriting of the user having the personal ID, and identifies the handwritten data.

[0058] Fig. 10 is a schematic diagram showing an example of the configuration of device information 60. Device information 60 is composed of fields such as location, device ID, distribution rights / hierarchy, and update / maintenance information. Note that the configuration of device information 60 is not limited to the example of Fig. 10. The location and device ID are information that identifies display device 30, for example, and indicate in which location display device 30 is installed and which model number it is.

[0059] The distribution right / hierarchy is information for managing which right / hierarchy information is provided (distributed) to the display device 30, and is used for right / hierarchy management. In the example of Fig. 10, the display device 30 in location B with a device ID of B0001 is granted access right 1. For example, if the access right of the access profile 15 for the display device 30 is access right 1 or lower, distribution of handwritten data can be permitted, and if the access right is access right 2 or higher, distribution of handwritten data cannot be permitted. The same applies to others.

[0060] The update / maintenance information indicates the date and time when the software of the display device 30 or the content display processing program was updated, or the date and time when maintenance or inspection of the display device 30, such as replacement of parts, was performed.

[0061] The determination unit 54 determines whether or not the handwritten data in the related information can be distributed based on the access profile 15 in the related information received via the communication unit 52. For example, it determines whether or not an emergency message received from a display device 30 in location A (a manned station) can be distributed to display devices 30 in locations B and C (unmanned stations) based on the access profile 15. Examples of specific information that identifies the distribution destinations to which the handwritten data can be distributed include a personal ID, access rights, and hierarchy.

[0062] With the above-described configuration, in an emergency, a message (emergency message) transmitted by a user at one location to a user at another location using the display device 30 can be accurately distributed under appropriate access management, authority, and hierarchical management, thereby preventing mischief and unauthorized distribution.

[0063] The collation unit 55 collates the handwritten data in the related information received via the communication unit 52. The collation of the handwritten data can be performed by previously registering the user's personal ID and handwriting data in association with each other, and checking whether the handwritten data matches the handwriting data based on the personal ID. If the collation is successful, the collation unit 55 can assign the handwriting ID to the handwritten data. Since it can be confirmed whether the user who inputted the handwritten data is the person identified by the personal ID, impersonation can be prevented.

[0064] The distribution unit 53 distributes the handwritten data to the display device 30 in another location (e.g., location B, C, etc.) based on the determination result of the determination unit 54. The distribution unit 53 can appropriately distribute not only contents in normal times but also emergency messages (handwritten data) in emergency times under appropriate access management, authority, and hierarchical management.

[0065] 11 is a flow diagram showing an example of a processing procedure of the information processing system. The handwriting input device 10 transmits an authentication request to the display device 30 (S11). The display device 30 acquires the access profile 15 from the handwriting input device 10 (S12) and authenticates the handwriting input device 10 (S13). If the authentication is successful, the display device 30 enables the handwriting input device 10 (S14).

[0066] The display device 30 accepts handwritten input by the handwriting input device 10 (S15). The handwriting input device 10 ends the process. The display device 30 saves the handwritten data (S16). The display device 30 transmits associated data that associates the access profile 15, the device profile 36, and the handwritten data to the management server 50 (S17), and ends the process.

[0067] The management server 50 receives the associated data associating the access profile 15, the device profile 36, and the handwritten data (S18), and compares the handwritten data (S19). If the comparison of the handwritten data is not successful, it may be determined to be spoofing and the process may be terminated. The management server 50 determines the delivery destination of the handwritten data (S20), delivers the handwritten data to the destination display device 30 (S21), stores timestamp information that associates the associated data with the time related to the handwritten data (S22), and ends the process. This allows the handwritten data to be properly recorded and managed.

[0068] In the information processing method of this embodiment, a display device authenticates a handwriting input device that holds first profile data, and if the authentication is successful, the display device accepts handwriting input from the handwriting input device, associates the input handwriting data, the first profile data, and the second profile data of the display device, and transmits them to a server.

[0069] In the information processing method of the present embodiment, the display device authenticates the handwriting input device based on the first profile data.

[0070] In the information processing method of the present embodiment, the first profile data includes a personal ID of a user who uses the handwriting input device.

[0071] In the information processing method of the present embodiment, the second profile data includes an identification ID of the display device.

[0072] In the information processing method of this embodiment, the first profile data includes specification information that specifies a delivery destination to which the handwritten data can be delivered.

[0073] In the information processing method of the present embodiment, the server determines whether or not to distribute the handwritten data based on the first profile data transmitted from the display device.

[0074] In the information processing method of this embodiment, the server distributes the handwritten data transmitted from the display device to a destination display device.

[0075] In the information processing method of this embodiment, the server stores timestamp information that associates the first profile data, handwritten data, and second profile data transmitted from the display device with a time related to the handwritten data.

[0076] In the information processing method of this embodiment, the server compares the handwritten data transmitted from the display device, and if the comparison is successful, assigns a handwriting ID to the handwritten data and associates the handwriting ID with the personal ID of the user using the handwriting input device and stores it.

[0077] In the information processing method of this embodiment, a display device that accepts handwritten input is installed in a manned station, and a display device to which handwritten data is delivered is installed in an unmanned station.

[0078] The handwriting input device of this embodiment is a handwriting input device used in the above-mentioned information processing method, and is capable of receiving a secure element storing first profile data.

[0079] The server of this embodiment includes a receiving unit that receives associated data that associates handwritten data from a handwritten input device accepted by a display device, first profile data stored in the handwritten input device, and second profile data of the display device, a memory unit that stores timestamp information that associates the associated data with a time related to the handwritten data, and a distribution unit that distributes the handwritten data to a destination display device.

[0080] The information processing system and information processing method of the present embodiment can be applied not only to the railway business, but also to various businesses and services provided at event venues, tourist spots, public facilities, and the like.

[0081] In this embodiment, the management server 50 is configured to handle not only content distribution under normal circumstances but also access management, record management, rights / hierarchy management, and distribution management for emergency messages in emergencies, but is not limited to this, and the functions of the management server 50 may be shared among multiple servers. [Explanation of symbols]

[0082] 1, 2 Communication network 10 Handwriting input device 11 Pen tip 12 Pen body 13. Communications Department 14 Secure Element 15 Access Profiles 20 Terminal Equipment 30 Display device 31 Control Unit 32 Display section 33 Communications Department 34 Authentication Section 35 Storage section 36 Device Profiles 37 Content Information 38 Digital Processing Unit 50 Management Server 51 Control section 52 Communications Department 53 Distribution Department 54 Judgment section 55 Matching section 56 Memory section 57 Access Profile 58 Content Profiles 59 Timestamp information 60 Device information

Claims

1. A display device authenticates a handwriting input device, in which first profile data including a personal ID of a user who uses the handwriting input device and specific information that identifies a distribution destination to which handwriting data can be distributed, based on the personal ID of the user; If the authentication is successful, the handwriting input is accepted by the handwriting input device at the display device; transmitting the input handwritten data, the first profile data, and second profile data including an identification ID of the display device to a server in association with each other; The server determines whether or not to distribute the handwritten data based on the received first profile data. Information processing methods.

2. The display device includes: authenticating the handwriting input device based on the first profile data; The information processing method according to claim 1 .

3. The server, Distributing the handwritten data transmitted from the display device to a destination display device.

3. The information processing method according to claim 1.

4. The server, storing time stamp information that associates the first profile data, the handwritten data, and the second profile data transmitted from the display device with a time related to the handwritten data; The information processing method according to any one of claims 1 to 3.

5. The server, A user's personal ID and handwriting data are registered in advance in association with each other, verifying the handwritten data according to whether the handwritten data transmitted from the display device matches the handwriting data; If the matching is successful, a handwriting ID, which is an identifier for identifying the handwriting data, is assigned to the handwriting data; storing the user's personal ID and handwriting ID in association with each other so that the user who uses the handwriting input device can be confirmed to be the person identified by the personal ID; The information processing method according to any one of claims 1 to 4.

6. Display devices that accept handwritten input are installed at manned stations, The display device to which the handwritten data is sent is installed at an unmanned station. The information processing method according to claim 3.

7. A handwriting input device used in the information processing method according to any one of claims 1 to 6, a secure element storing first profile data; Handwriting input device.

8. a receiving unit that receives associated data that associates handwritten data received by a handwriting input device using the handwriting input device with first profile data that is stored in the handwriting input device and includes a personal ID of a user who uses the handwriting input device and specific information that identifies a distribution destination to which the handwritten data can be distributed, and second profile data that includes an identification ID of the display device; a storage unit that stores time stamp information that associates the related data with a time related to the handwritten data; a distribution unit that distributes the handwritten data to a destination display device; a determination unit that determines whether or not the handwritten data is to be distributed based on the received first profile data; A server comprising:

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