Biometric Shipment Collection Authorization
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Solution Overview
Problem
The conventional method of collecting shipments from locker installations requires carrying authorization information, which is inconvenient and limits flexibility, especially for third-party collection.
Innovation Solution
A method that uses biometric information, such as facial features or fingerprints, to authorize the collection of shipments from locker installations, eliminating the need for physical authorization information.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If authorization information is used to collect shipments, then collection is authorized and controlled, but the recipient must carry authorization information and collection becomes difficult for third parties
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical system of physical authorization information (codes, tickets, or documents) with a biometric authentication system. The locker installation captures biometric data (fingerprint, facial recognition, or iris scan) and compares it against stored biometric templates to verify authorization, eliminating the need for physical carriers and enabling contactless, convenient collection for both recipients and third parties.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a biometric template (a digital copy of the user's biometric characteristics) that is stored in the locker installation's database. This template serves as a permanent authorization credential that replaces physical authorization information. The system copies and stores the essential authorization information in digital form, allowing repeated authentication without requiring the user to carry physical proof of authorization.
2Reliability
If authorization information is required, then shipment collection is secure, but flexibility and adaptability are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The biometric authentication system serves multiple functions: it authenticates the original recipient, authorizes third-party collection, and can be integrated with various locker installation types. The single biometric template can be used across different devices and locations, providing universal access while maintaining security. The system adapts to different biometric modalities (fingerprint, facial, iris) and different authorization scenarios.
3Reliability
If physical authorization information is used, then authorization can be verified, but the system becomes more complex and less user-friendly
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs self-service authentication by automatically capturing biometric data, comparing it against stored templates, and making authorization decisions without requiring manual verification of physical authorization information. The biometric sensor and processing system work autonomously to verify identity and grant access, reducing the need for complex verification procedures and manual intervention.
Data Source
AI summary
A method includes obtaining authorization information. The authorization information authorizes collection of a shipment from a locker installation. The method includes obtaining biometric information. The biometric information represents at least one biometric feature of a person. The method includes determining authorization indication information, at least partially based on the authorization information and the biometric information. The authorization indication information indicates that the biometric information authorizes collection of the shipment from the locker installation. The method includes providing the authorization indication information and the biometric information.