Electronic Key Generation System for Locking Devices
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional electronically enabled locks are difficult to program and manage, requiring manual reconfiguration and updating of access privileges for various users.
Innovation Solution
An electronic key generation system that includes a server, administrative device, mobile communication device, and locking device, which allows for the generation, transmission, and management of electronic keys based on data payloads, enabling secure and automated locking and unlocking operations through wireless communication.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional electronically enabled locks are used, then basic locking function is provided, but programming and management becomes difficult requiring manual reconfiguration
Solution Approach 1:
A centralized server acts as an intermediary between administrative devices and multiple locking devices. The server receives key generation requests, creates cryptographic key pairs, and distributes public keys to locks while managing all access privilege updates centrally, eliminating the need for manual reconfiguration of each individual lock.
Solution Approach 2:
The locking system enables self-service through automated key generation and distribution. When a user's access privileges need to be updated, the system automatically generates new cryptographic keys, transmits them to relevant locks, and revokes old keys without requiring physical intervention or manual reconfiguration of the locking devices.
2Reliability
If manual reconfiguration of each lock is required, then security control is maintained, but time and effort for updates increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary cryptographic key generation and distribution through a centralized server before access privileges are actually needed. Public keys are pre-configured in the locking devices, and the server maintains a database of authorized keys, enabling rapid security updates without time-consuming manual reconfiguration when access changes are required.
Solution Approach 2:
The centralized server mediates all key management operations, maintaining a secure database of authorized cryptographic keys. When security updates are needed, the server automatically distributes new keys to appropriate locks and revokes old ones, maintaining security control while dramatically reducing update time compared to manual reconfiguration of each device.
3Productivity
If electronic keys are generated and transmitted automatically, then management efficiency improves, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The centralized server provides multiple functions within a single system: cryptographic key generation, secure key distribution, access privilege management, and automatic key revocation. This universal approach consolidates what would otherwise require separate systems for each function, improving management efficiency while containing overall system complexity through functional integration.
Solution Approach 2:
The system replaces manual mechanical key distribution and lock reconfiguration with automated electronic cryptographic key management. The server automatically generates cryptographic key pairs, transmits public keys to locking devices through electronic communication, and revokes keys electronically, eliminating the need for physical intervention and significantly improving management efficiency.
Data Source
AI summary
Electronic locking devices, systems, and methods may require the utilization of an electronic key generated by an electronic key generation device. The electronic key may be generated using a data payload received from a server and/or an administrative device. The administrative device is enabled to remotely manage the locking device and locking system via, for example, a software application running on the administrative device and/or a website.