Anomaly Deterrent Sensors for Self-Service Machine Forced-Entry Detection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Self-service machines, such as ATMs, are vulnerable to anomalies caused by malicious activities that result in unintended dispersion of physical items without resource deduction, deviating from the established procedure.
Innovation Solution
Anomaly deterrent sensors, such as vibrational sensors, detect forced entry into the self-service machines and trigger security measures including a pre-recorded alarm, door locking, and camera activation to deter and document the anomaly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If anomaly deterrent sensors and security measures are implemented in self-service machines, then reliability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The security system is segmented into distinct functional modules: anomaly deterrent sensors for detection, processing devices for analysis, and security measures for response. This modular segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function independently, improving overall system reliability while managing complexity through organized functional divisions.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements preliminary action by pre-configuring security measures and anomaly detection protocols before malicious activities occur. The anomaly deterrent sensors are pre-positioned to detect forced entry attempts, and security measures are pre-programmed to respond automatically, ensuring reliable security protection without requiring complex real-time decision-making.
2Productivity
If computerized anomaly detection and security measures are implemented, then productivity is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The self-service machine implements self-protection through integrated anomaly detection and security measures. The machine autonomously detects forced entry attempts via sensors, processes the anomaly notifications, and triggers security measures without requiring external intervention. This self-service capability improves productivity by eliminating the need for manual monitoring while managing complexity through automated workflows.
Solution Approach 2:
The system employs feedback mechanisms where anomaly deterrent sensors continuously monitor the dispensing area, provide real-time anomaly notifications to processing devices, and trigger security measures based on detected conditions. This closed-loop feedback system improves productivity by enabling automatic response to security threats while maintaining manageable complexity through standardized feedback protocols.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The solution effectively deters anomalies by reducing resource loss and manual intervention, improving process efficiency, and conserving computing resources by implementing a rigorous, computerized process.
Implementation Method 1
The anomaly deterrent sensor may be comprised of a vibrational sensor
Data Source
AI summary
Systems, computer program products, and methods are described herein for using an anomaly deterrent sensor within a self-service machine for dispensing physical items. The present disclosure is configured to: detect an interaction between a payment instrument with available resources and a self-service machine for dispensing physical items; receive an anomaly notification from an anomaly deterrent sensor within the self-service machine for dispensing physical items wherein the anomaly notification is associated with forced entry into the self-service machine, wherein the anomaly deterrent sensor detects forced entry into a physical item dispensing area within the self-service machine during the interaction between the payment instrument and self-service machine; and trigger a set of security measures associated with the self-service machine for dispensing physical items upon reception of the anomaly notification originating from the anomaly deterrent sensor, wherein the set of security measures comprises playing a pre-recorded alarm.