Biometric Authentication for Video Conference Sessions

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current video conferencing systems lack robust authentication measures, allowing unauthorized individuals to access and participate in conferences, which can lead to security breaches and identity fraud, especially when discussing classified or confidential information.

Innovation Solution

A biometric authentication system that uses storage databases to handle identification parameters and dynamically tags participants during conferences, integrating biometric scanning with video conferencing protocols to ensure accurate identification and authorization of individuals, and dynamically updates participant tags based on their roles and actions within the conference.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If traditional authentication measures (keys and access cards) are used, then access control is simple, but identification confidence is low and security is weak

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveidentification confidenceVSAvoidauthentication system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces traditional mechanical authentication (keys and access cards) with biometric authentication systems that use fingerprints, facial recognition, or other physiological characteristics. This substitution increases identification confidence and security while maintaining operational simplicity through automated recognition processes.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent creates and stores digital copies of biometric data (fingerprints, facial features) in databases for comparison during authentication. These digital copies enable reliable identification without requiring physical possession of traditional credentials, thereby enhancing security while allowing remote verification.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #26Copying

2Measurement precision

If biometric authentication is implemented, then identification accuracy improves, but system complexity and authentication time increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveidentification accuracyVSAvoidauthentication time
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent performs biometric data collection and database storage in advance during registration phases. During actual authentication, the system only needs to compare the captured biometric data against pre-stored templates, significantly reducing authentication time while maintaining high accuracy.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements real-time feedback mechanisms where the system continuously compares captured biometric data against stored templates and provides immediate authentication decisions. This feedback loop enables rapid verification while ensuring accurate identification through iterative comparison processes.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

3Adaptability or versatility

If static location placards are used in video conferencing, then participant location information is displayed, but the dynamic nature of conferences is not adequately represented

Engineering Contradiction:
Improverepresentation of dynamic conference activitiesVSAvoidparticipant role and action information
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSLoss of information

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces static location placards with dynamic visual indicators that change in real-time based on participant actions, roles, and conference flow. These dynamic tags can change color, position, or appearance to reflect speaking status, role changes, or interaction patterns, providing continuous updates on conference dynamics.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements a feedback mechanism where the visual display continuously updates based on real-time detection of participant actions and roles. The system monitors conference interactions and adjusts the visual representation accordingly, ensuring that the display accurately reflects the current state of the conference without requiring manual updates.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Data Source

PatentUS8931071B2Biometric authentication for video communication sessions
Publication Date: 2015.01.06 BANK OF AMERICA CORP
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AI summary

Systems and methods for integrating biometric authentication with video conference sessions are described. An individual seeking to participate in a video conference may first be identified with a biometric parameter such as an iris scan based on a comparison of the scanned iris with a database of stored parameters. If authorized, the system may connect the individual to the video session. In addition, the system may generate dynamic tags that allow the participants to identify and locate individuals in the video conference. For example, if one of the participants is speaking and moving within the room, her tag may change color and move with her on the video screen.