Compressive Imaging Security Device for Fingerprint Recognition

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current fingerprint recognition security devices are vulnerable to hacking and data leaks, rendering their security function ineffective if stored fingerprint images are compromised.

Innovation Solution

The implementation of a security device utilizing compressive imaging technology with a supporter, light source, active mask plate, and light receiver and processor to encode and compress fingerprint images, making it impossible to trace back the original image from the stored compressed data without the mask's pattern information.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If traditional fingerprint image storage is used, then the system is simple and easy to implement, but the security reliability deteriorates because the stored fingerprint images can be hacked or leaked

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesecurity reliabilityVSAvoidsystem complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments the fingerprint image into multiple compressed representations by projecting it through different mask patterns. Each mask creates a unique compressed image that cannot be reversed to the original fingerprint, thereby enhancing security while maintaining system functionality

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces masks as an intermediary component between the light source and the fingerprint sensor. These masks transform the optical path and encode the fingerprint image in a secure compressed format, adding security without requiring direct access to the original image

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Reliability

If compressive imaging technology with masks is used, then the security reliability improves, but the device complexity increases due to additional components

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesecurity reliabilityVSAvoidmanufacturing complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The patent employs masks that can be implemented as simple, inexpensive optical elements. These masks can be easily manufactured and replaced if needed, reducing the overall manufacturing complexity despite the enhanced security functionality

Inventive Principle:
Principle #27Cheap short-living objects (Disposable)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces complex mechanical fingerprint capture systems with an optical compressive imaging system using masks and light sources. This substitution simplifies the mechanical structure while achieving superior security through optical encoding

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

3Reliability

If multiple masks with different optical patterns are used, then the security function is enhanced through multiple compressed images, but the manufacturing cost and device complexity increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesecurity functionVSAvoidnumber of components
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent designs the mask system to be multi-functional, where the same mask structure can generate multiple different optical patterns. This allows a single physical component to perform multiple security functions, reducing the need for multiple separate masks and lowering overall device complexity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

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

Enhances security reliability by ensuring that even if the stored compressed image is leaked, it cannot be used to recreate the original fingerprint, thereby maintaining security and reducing manufacturing costs compared to traditional CCD array-based systems.

Implementation Method 1

a light source configured to irradiate light towards the recognition object... light that is reflected from the recognition object

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectReflection: Reflection

Implementation Method 2

a mask configured to code light that is reflected from the recognition object, the coded light corresponding to an image of the recognition object

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectOptical modulation:

Implementation Method 3

a light receiver and processor configured to compress the coded light into a compressed image... a light detector configured to detect the coded light

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectPhotoelectric conversion: Photoelectric Effect

Data Source

PatentUS10387709B2Security device using compressive imaging technology
Publication Date: 2019.08.20 SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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AI summary

A security device using compressive imaging technology is provided. The security device includes a supporter configured to support a recognition object, a light source configured to irradiate light towards the recognition object, a mask configured to code light that is reflected from the recognition object, the coded light corresponding to an image of the recognition object, and a light receiver and processor configured to compress the coded light into a compressed image, and store the compressed image.