Floor Panel LED Authentication Area Display
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Solution Overview
Problem
In flat gate systems without physical gate devices, users find it difficult to recognize the authentication area necessary for pass determination, making it challenging to perform authentication processes effectively.
Innovation Solution
A pass determination device is implemented using floor panels with embedded light-emitting diodes that display the position and direction of the authentication area through alternating light patterns, and an authentication device that communicates via radio signals to determine user access, allowing users to recognize the authentication area and receive permission status through visual and auditory cues.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Shape
If gate devices are removed to achieve a flat gate system, then the overall structure becomes fully flat and smooth passage is enabled, but users cannot recognize the passage and authentication area position
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies color changes by using LEDs that emit different colors (e.g., blue, green, red) to indicate the authentication area position and passage direction. The display unit changes color patterns to provide visual information to users, resolving the contradiction by maintaining a flat structure while adding recognizable visual cues through color variations.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements periodic action through alternating light patterns where LEDs turn on and off in sequences to guide users. The display unit uses periodic lighting patterns to indicate authentication area boundaries and passage directions, enabling users to recognize the flat authentication area through dynamic light sequences without adding physical gate devices.
2Ease of operation
If no gate devices are arranged along the passage, then smooth passage is achieved, but users find it difficult to recognize the authentication area position
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an intermediary element - the display unit with LEDs - that mediates between the flat gate structure and users. This intermediary provides visual information about authentication area positions and passage directions, enabling users to easily navigate the smooth flat passage while recognizing where authentication occurs.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies segmentation by dividing the authentication area into multiple sections with individual LEDs or LED groups at different positions. Each segment of LEDs can be independently controlled to indicate specific zones or directions, helping users understand the authentication area layout without physical gate devices blocking the smooth passage.
3Loss of information
If visual display is added to indicate authentication area, then user recognition is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the display function with the existing flat gate structure by integrating LEDs into the floor panels or authentication area boundaries. The display unit is combined with the gate system infrastructure rather than being a separate complex installation, reducing overall device complexity while still providing necessary visual information for user recognition.
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
Enables users to easily recognize the authentication area and receive clear guidance on passing directions, improving the authentication process by enhancing user recognition and preventing unauthorized access through visual and auditory feedback.
Implementation Method 1
floor panels with embedded light-emitting diodes that display the position and direction of the authentication area through alternating light patterns
Implementation Method 2
an authentication device that communicates via radio signals to determine user access
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AI summary
A pass determination device includes: a receiving unit (33) for receiving authentication information from an authentication device (20) of a user; a determining unit (35) for determining whether or not to permit the user to pass on the basis of the authentication information received by the receiving unit (33); and a display unit (14) for displaying a position of an authentication area (13) in a first display mode from before the user enters the authentication area (13), the authentication area (13) being an area through which the user having the authentication device (20) is to pass so that an authentication process based on the authentication information of the authentication device (20) is performed.