Biometric Wrist Bracelet for Secure Child Location Tracking
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing safety systems for monitoring the location of children do not provide secure, biometrically controlled, and wireless communication-based solutions for ensuring their safety and location tracking.
Innovation Solution
A biometrically attached, wrist-worn jewelry item with an integrated alarm circuit that communicates location via SMS over a cellular network, featuring a latching mechanism and biometric authentication to prevent unauthorized removal, utilizing a GPS module, communication module, and biometric sensor for secure location tracking and alerting designated authorities.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If a location monitoring system is implemented for children, then location tracking capability is improved, but device security and prevention of unauthorized removal deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by establishing biometric authentication and latching mechanisms before any removal attempt occurs. The bracelet is pre-configured with parental authorization codes and biometric data, so that when removal is attempted, the system has already prepared security measures including alarm activation and location tracking initiation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces intermediary elements between the child and potential threats: biometric sensors act as intermediaries to verify parental identity, latching mechanisms serve as intermediaries to prevent unauthorized removal, and the communication module acts as an intermediary to alert parents of any security breaches.
2Reliability
If biometric authentication and latching mechanisms are added to prevent unauthorized removal, then device security is improved, but device complexity deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple security functions into a single integrated bracelet device. The biometric sensor, latching mechanism, GPS tracker, and communication module are combined into one wearable unit, eliminating the need for separate security devices and reducing overall system complexity despite increased functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The bracelet serves multiple functions simultaneously: it acts as a location tracker, security device with biometric authentication, communication hub for parent-child contact, and alarm system. This multi-functionality reduces the need for multiple separate devices and simplifies the overall safety system.
3Measurement precision
If GPS tracking and communication modules are integrated into the bracelet, then location monitoring capability is improved, but device size and comfort deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs small, low-power components that can be easily replaced if needed. The GPS and communication modules are designed as compact, energy-efficient units with long battery life, reducing the need for frequent maintenance or replacement while maintaining small form factor.
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses periodic GPS updates and intermittent communication rather than continuous operation. Location is tracked at set intervals, and communication occurs periodically or event-driven, which reduces power consumption and allows for smaller battery and component sizes while maintaining effective monitoring capability.
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AI summary
The dependent location-monitoring bracelet is a jewelry item. The dependent location-monitoring bracelet is configured for use with a client. The dependent location-monitoring bracelet is worn on the wrist of a client. The dependent location-monitoring bracelet is configured for use with an appropriate authority. The dependent location-monitoring bracelet is biometrically attached to the client such that the dependent location-monitoring bracelet can only be removed from the client by the appropriate authority. The dependent location-monitoring bracelet comprises the jewelry item and an alarm circuit. The jewelry item contains the alarm circuit. The alarm circuit communicates the location of the client using SMS messages transmitted over a wireless communication link and through a commercially provided and publicly available cellular wireless network.