VEHICLE STARTING SYSTEM BASED ON FACE RECOGNITION METHOD

A facial recognition system integrated into older vehicles via OBD 2 socket enhances security by authenticating owners, addressing vulnerabilities in existing systems and preventing unauthorized access.

TR202503543A1Pending Publication Date: 2026-10-21EHBA TEKNOLOJİ ANONİM ŞİRKETİ
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Application Number
TR202503543
Authority / Receiving Office
TR · TR
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-24
Publication Date
2026-10-21

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Technical Problem

Existing vehicle starting systems, particularly in older models, are vulnerable to unauthorized access and theft due to the limitations of contact-based and contactless methods, which can be bypassed by non-owners, posing security risks.

Method used

A facial recognition system is integrated into older vehicles, utilizing a camera and control unit connected via OBD 2 socket, with local data storage to verify the owner's identity and control engine start via a communication antenna, ensuring secure access.

Benefits of technology

Enhances security by authenticating vehicle owners through facial recognition, preventing unauthorized engine starts, and providing a secure retrofit solution for older vehicles.

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Abstract

The invention relates to the safe operation of a vehicle in the automotive industry using facial recognition technology.
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1 TARIFF VEHICLE STARTING SYSTEM BASED ON FACE RECOGNITION METHOD Technical Field to Which the Invention Relates The invention relates to the safe operation of a vehicle in the automotive sector using facial recognition technology. It is related. 5 Prior knowledge of the art related to the invention. Throughout history, in the automotive industry, vehicle ignition systems have been either contact-based, contactless, or... with applications for starting the engine through various methods such as mobile applications It is happening. Vehicle 10 for starting the engine by contact, using a key turning method. In operational procedures, access to the vehicle interior and starting the engine is permitted only to the vehicle owner. Protection from outsiders is usually achieved through the special shape of the key and keyhole. The resulting key system is provided. In addition, some vehicles have a key feature found in their production. In vehicles, the doors can be unlocked using a remote control that can be installed later. and alarm systems are also known. However, individuals other than the vehicle owner can use various methods. 15 With the help of this key, they can bypass the remote control and alarm system in today's burglary incidents. This is a common situation. In contactless engine starting applications, especially at a higher level... In cars manufactured using this technology, a key fob compatible with the vehicle and owned by the vehicle owner. The system allows the vehicle's door locks to be unlocked via the remote control, or the remote control can be used to control the vehicle's 20... It is known in applications where this process takes place due to its proximity. In addition, the vehicle control unit for starting the engine should be located next to the vehicle and They recognize a button using the frequencies of the signals emitted by the motor control module. Starting the vehicle with the help of or via the vehicle's remote control are also known practices. This method is among the 25 control systems that the vehicle is compatible with. a special signal emitted by the remote control so that it can recognize the remote control and communicate with it This happens through this. However, people other than the vehicle owner can mimic this signal. They bypassed the vehicle's security system using various methods, resulting in theft. This is a common situation in these events. 2 Additionally, access to the vehicle's interior is possible via fingerprint recognition, a method found in some vehicle systems. There is also a method for starting the vehicle. However, this method involves fingerprinting. The possibility of it being copied poses a security risk. Older model vehicles, in particular, have much more advanced safety systems compared to newer model vehicles. Its weakness is increasing the search for alternative safety systems by owners of such vehicles. 5 The document published under CN207550146U discusses facial recognition and car key security. It is based on methods related to the vehicle entry and engine starting system. The document describes the process, using a vehicle key and facial recognition system, to identify someone inside the vehicle. authentication module, camera, motor control unit and an electronic housing It mentions an electronic switch or a sensor with a control module and door handle, ID 10. Because it is connected to the verification module, the vehicle key is identified by a high-frequency signal. Since it is wirelessly connected to the authentication module, the authentication module Identity verification using a camera and electronic body via the CAN bus. It was mentioned that this involves opening the car doors and starting the vehicle with the key. and this happened after the successful completion of the facial recognition system. 15 It defines it. It also states that the facial recognition system can be a separate device or software. He mentions that it can be done. The document published under CN207000404U describes voice and image recognition as a means of preventing vehicle theft. The document describes a device that uses these methods to operate the engine. To ensure accuracy, when the key is turned, the voice and face of the person inside the vehicle are recorded, along with the stored vehicle information. The owner's voice and facial expression are compared, and based on this, it is determined whether the engine will start or not. It is related to determining. The document published under CN202686280U describes vehicle ignition and theft detection based on facial recognition. It is related to the prevention system. The document states that the driver's face will be visible on the vehicle's windshield. a camera mounted in some way, a 25 to which the camera is attached and which performs the image processing task a processor, the vehicle body control module to which the processor is connected, and memory, vehicle body module keyless start system, alarm system with timer and steering column locking A system was described that is dependent on the module. In conclusion, all the problems mentioned above make innovation in the relevant field imperative. has brought. 30 3 Purposes and Brief Description of the Invention The main purpose of the invention is to enable facial recognition systems for vehicles manufactured after 1996. It is about starting their engines. The invention aims to create a safety system that can be retrofitted to older model vehicles. It is to define. 5 The purpose of the invention is to store data received from the facial recognition system in a local data storage center. The goal is to identify the vehicle owner by comparing the available data. The purpose of the invention is to allow the vehicle engine to be started after the vehicle owner has been identified. It is given. Definitions of Figures Illustrating the Invention 10 The diagrams and related information used to better explain the device developed with this invention are as follows: The explanations are below. Figure 1. Camera and control module connection diagram. Figure 1a. Detailed connection diagram. Figure 2. Image of the control module, camera and connectors. 15 Figure 2a. View of the control unit. Descriptions of the Elements / Parts / Components Constituting the Invention To better explain the device developed with this invention, the parts and figures are shown in the diagrams. The sections are numbered, and the corresponding information for each number is given below. 1. Control unit 20 1.1. Connection surface 1.1.1. Ethernet port 1.1.2. USB port 1.1.3. Warning LEDs 1.2. Communication antenna 25 1.3. Memory unit 2nd Camera 2.1. Camera connection cable 4 3. OBD 2 (On-Board Diagnostics 2) connector socket 3.1. ODB 2 connection cable 4. ECU (Engine Control Unit) Detailed Description of the Invention The invention concerns a facial recognition system for the automotive industry, particularly for older model vehicles. It relates to starting the vehicle's engine using a specific method. In the automotive industry, vehicles manufactured from 1996 to the present, especially older vehicles... In terms of security systems, there is no sound, image and / or noise issue compared to vehicles produced in recent years. Because they do not include a similar vehicle safety system, older vehicles can be retrofitted. can be fitted and are intended to ensure the safety of the vehicle and, consequently, the vehicles to ensure security and prevent unauthorized use at the local data storage center or registered users in the memory unit (1.3) with the help of the camera (2) installed in the vehicle By detecting the face of the person in the vehicle, it compares it with the aforementioned registered users, and 15 A system configured to start the vehicle's engine if a registered user is present. It includes. The system created in the preferred application of the invention for vehicle safety is in question. via the communication antenna (1.2) located on the control unit (1) inside Wi- Web page broadcasting via the Fi signal allows users to access document assistance delivered with the device. 20 They can access the module interface. Through this interface, they can access their assigned accounts. Users who access the system choose among themselves and upload a biometric photo as their facial image to the system. Once they are added under an admin control, other users who will use the tool can be added. This user addition process, as mentioned, is controlled by the selected administrator and the user is added to the system. This is done by uploading a biometric photo. 25 people have access to control over the account. In addition to adding users who will use the aforementioned admin tool to the system, it can also select the users it wants. They have the authority to delete files. In this way, users who are not authorized to use the vehicle can delete the file. The engine cannot be started, and the safety of the vehicle in question is ensured. Referring to Figures 1 and 1a; the image taken with the help of the vehicle's engine being started and the camera (2). The control unit (1) on which the data is processed, is fitted with a 30-inch connector that plugs into the vehicle's OBD 2 socket. With the help of the OBD 2 connection socket (3), the vehicle's ECU (Engine Control Unit) (4) It ensures that the engine starting process is controlled. Referring to Figures 2 and 2a; the camera (2) transmits the data it collects via the camera connection cable (2.1) It transmits this information via the connection surface (1.1) located on the control unit (1). In the preferred application on the mentioned control unit (1), at least one ethernet port 5 (1.1.1), the aforementioned connection which has at least one USB port (1.1.2) and indicator LEDs (1.1.3). It includes the surface (1.1). The camera connection cable is connected to this mentioned connection surface (1.1). The input of the camera (2) and the ODB 2 socket cable (3.1) to be connected with (2.1) is controlled. It can be connected to the unit (1). The warning LEDs on the mentioned connection surface (1.1) Thanks to this, it transmits information about whether the connection has been established or not during the connection process. Also, user 10 It contains at least one memory unit (1.3) in order to store its data. With the help of the communication antenna (1.2) located on the mentioned control unit (1), Wi-Fi The web page is published using this signal. In this way, users access the module's interface. They can access and create user accounts, thereby authorizing users to access the vehicle. They can add or remove. 15 These data obtained with the help of the camera (2) are transferred to the existing software with the help of the control unit (1). is transmitted. This received data is stored in the storage center via the local data memory unit (1.3). The incoming user facial feature data is compared with the available data and stored in the aforementioned storage. It is checked whether the person is registered at the center. If the incoming facial features data is registered in the system, the vehicle is dispatched. The engine is started with the help of the command sent. 20 The structures mentioned here are memory units or storage areas in various configurations, different Camera connection designs placed at various points have different data transmission capabilities. It is possible to diversify and enhance the capabilities with the available camera models.

Claims

6 REQUESTS 1. It is a vehicle ignition system that uses facial recognition, and its features are: At least one camera (2) equipped to scan the user’s image and A memory unit for storing the facial images of a pre-defined user (1.3), Comparing the user image taken from the camera (2) with the images in the memory unit (1.3), 5 In the event of a match, to generate the electrical response that will allow the vehicle to operate. at least one configured control unit (1) and OBD 2 socket (3) type for connecting the control unit (1) to the engine control unit (4) It must include at least one input and one output socket.

2. A vehicle starting system that complies with Claim 1, and whose feature is; displaying facial images on the vehicle. It is equipped to detect and includes at least two cameras (2).

3. A vehicle starting system that complies with claim 1 or 2, and its feature is the camera (2) mentioned above. communication between the control unit (1) and / or the 15 required by the mentioned camera (2). at least one camera connection cable (2.1) configured to provide power It includes.

4. The vehicle has a starting system that complies with any of the above requirements; It must include at least one camera holder that can be fixed to the surface. 20 5. A vehicle starting system that complies with Claim 1, and features include: Ethernet and / or USB connectivity. At least one of the inputs and / or warning LEDs is provided on the aforementioned control unit (1). It includes a connecting surface (1.1).

6. A vehicle operating system conforming to claim 1 or 5, characterized by its ability to communicate with its surroundings. The mentioned control unit (1) is provided with at least one communication signal that will transmit the signal. It includes the antenna (1.2).

7. A vehicle starting system that complies with claim 6, and whose characteristic is that the aforementioned communication signal is 30 It contains a Wi-Fi signal. 7 8. A vehicle operating system that complies with claims 1, 5 or 6, and whose characteristic is the aforementioned control. unit (1) to store user face image and / or user data provided that it contains at least one of the aforementioned memory units (1.3). 10 20 30