Door Lock Controller With Remote Vein Reader for Touch-Free Entry
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing firearm storage devices either impede fast access or do not effectively secure the stored gun, and typical door locks require physical interaction, which can spread germs and are inconvenient for users.
Innovation Solution
A door lock controller using biometric vein recognition, allowing secure and fast access without physical contact, utilizing a finger or palm vein reader that can be remotely positioned and operated via wireless communication.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional door locks requiring physical contact are used, then the lock mechanism can be simple and reliable, but user convenience deteriorates due to germ transmission and the need to handle the doorknob
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the traditional mechanical key-lock system with a biometric recognition system that uses vein pattern identification. The mechanical doorknob and key insertion mechanism are substituted with an optical vein reader and electronic control system, enabling contactless operation while improving security and convenience.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary vein recognition system between the user and the door lock. Instead of direct physical contact with the lock mechanism, the user's vein pattern is scanned optically, and the recognition system acts as a mediator to authenticate the user and trigger the lock release, eliminating the need to touch the doorknob.
2Reliability
If secure storage devices are used to prevent unauthorized access, then security is improved, but access speed deteriorates due to the time required for authentication
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements preliminary action by pre-storing vein patterns of authorized users in the recognition system's memory. When authentication is required, the system quickly compares the scanned vein pattern against the pre-stored patterns, enabling rapid verification without time-consuming manual authentication processes.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces slow mechanical authentication methods (such as manual code entry or physical key exchange) with optical vein scanning and electronic pattern recognition. This substitution dramatically reduces authentication time while maintaining or enhancing security through biometric verification.
3Ease of operation
If key-based locking systems are used, then the lock mechanism remains simple, but user convenience deteriorates when hands are full requiring objects to be put down
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical key-based system with an optical biometric recognition system. Instead of requiring the user to physically handle a key and insert it into the lock, the system uses vein pattern scanning to authenticate the user and electronically control the lock mechanism, enabling hands-free operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements self-service by allowing the door lock system to automatically authenticate and release the lock without requiring manual key insertion. The vein recognition system autonomously verifies the user's identity and triggers the lock release mechanism, eliminating the need for the user to physically interact with the locking components.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Provides secure, germ-free, and convenient access to buildings or enclosures by recognizing authorized users through vein patterns, ensuring quick access to firearms or valuables while preventing unauthorized entry.
Implementation Method 1
utilizing vein recognition for identification of the user which may be remote
Data Source
AI summary
A door lock controller suitable for securing a door to a dwelling or valuables inside a dwelling is provided. The door assembly may be positioned in a sidewall or top wall. The door lock controller assembly is provided with a suitable biometric lock arrangement, particularly, a finger blood vessel or palm blood vessel reader that is suitable for selectively restricting access to the interior of the dwelling or building. The finger or palm reader is preferably a mountable pod suitable for reading the finger or palm veins of a user to cause opening of the lock and thus the door. The door lock controller may be connected via wiring, Bluetooth, Zigby chip or other connection suitable to transfer sufficient data to the lock actuator to confirm the identity of the user and send an open signal to the lock actuator for opening of the latch mechanism.