Air Sign Motion Transactions to Reduce Data Interception
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing transaction methods using NFC and BLUETOOTH® are insecure and susceptible to data interception, posing risks to transaction security.
Innovation Solution
A motion-enabled transaction system that utilizes air sign inputs, processed by a user or merchant device, is used to initiate and confirm transactions through a back-end server, reducing the need for traditional point of sale systems and enhancing data security.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If NFC or BLUETOOTH® is used for transactions, then transaction convenience is improved, but transaction security deteriorates due to data interception risks
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces traditional electronic communication channels (NFC, BLUETOOTH®) with a motion-based air sign recognition system. Instead of transmitting transaction data through wireless electronic channels that are susceptible to interception, the system captures motion gestures via camera or accelerometer, processes them into unique identifiers, and completes transactions without exposing sensitive data to network transmission risks.
2Reliability
If traditional point of sale systems are used, then transaction reliability is improved, but device complexity and processing time worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the core transaction initiation function from the complex point of sale system. Instead of requiring full POS infrastructure, the system only needs a motion capture component (camera or accelerometer) to capture the air sign gesture. The transaction processing is then handled by a simplified backend system that receives the motion-derived identifier and completes the transaction, thereby reducing on-device complexity while maintaining reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a motion-based air sign identifier as an intermediary between the user and the transaction system. This intermediary translates physical gestures into unique identifiers that can be processed by the transaction system, eliminating the need for complex point of sale interfaces and reducing processing steps while maintaining secure transaction execution.
3Reliability
If traditional point of sale systems are used, then transaction security is improved, but processing time and operational efficiency worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs preliminary action by pre-registering motion gestures and their corresponding unique identifiers in a database before actual transactions occur. During transaction execution, the system only needs to capture the pre-registered air sign gesture and match it against the stored identifier, significantly reducing processing time compared to traditional systems that require multiple verification steps, while maintaining security through the registered motion pattern matching.
Data Source
AI summary
Systems and methods for motion-enabled transactions are disclosed. The system may allow users to complete transactions with merchants via an air sign input. The system may receive a motion-enabled transaction request comprising an air sign input. The system may determine a stored air sign symbol based on the air sign input. The system may retrieve a merchant identifier, a transaction type, and a transaction cost based on the determined stored air sign symbol. The system may transmit a transaction confirmation comprising the merchant identifier, the transaction type, and the transaction cost. In response to the user confirming the transaction confirmation, the system may authorize and process the transaction.