Handheld Shake Pattern Authentication in Virtual Environments
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing approaches for pairing devices based on shared shake patterns primarily enable communication between two devices, lacking the capability to authenticate or effectuate events in virtual environments, and do not effectively utilize environmental information for improved pairing.
Innovation Solution
A system that uses handheld devices equipped with motion detection, geo-location, and environmental sensors to generate signals for shake patterns, geo-location, and environmental information, which are then used to authenticate devices and trigger events within a virtual environment, such as forming relationships or obtaining virtual accessories, by correlating these signals with a server-based system.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If shake patterns are used for device pairing, then communication between devices is enabled, but authentication capability in virtual environments is lacking
Solution Approach 1:
The shake pattern recognition system is extended to serve multiple functions: device pairing, authentication, and triggering virtual environment events. The same motion detection mechanism is used across different contexts, allowing the system to be both reliable for authentication and versatile for various virtual interactions.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces server-based architecture that acts as an intermediary between handheld devices and virtual environments. The server receives shake pattern data, performs authentication, and triggers appropriate events, thereby enabling virtual environment interactions without requiring direct device-to-device communication.
2Measurement precision
If traditional device pairing is used, then communication is established, but environmental information is not utilized for improved pairing
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple data sources including shake patterns, geo-location information, and environmental sensor data into a unified authentication framework. By merging these different types of information, the system achieves more precise device pairing and authentication while utilizing previously unused environmental data.
3Reliability
If shake patterns are interpreted as encryption keys, then authentication is enabled, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The handheld device autonomously generates shake patterns that serve as encryption keys without requiring manual configuration or complex setup procedures. The motion detection apparatus naturally captures unique shaking characteristics, and the system automatically processes these patterns for authentication, reducing the perceived complexity for users while maintaining high security.
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 secure authentication and event triggering in virtual environments by using unique encryption keys derived from shake patterns and environmental conditions, enhancing device pairing and user interactions within the virtual space.
Implementation Method 1
The motion detection apparatus may include one or more accelerometers
Data Source
AI summary
Shaking patterns and/or environmental information associated with real-world handheld devices may form a basis for enabling authentication and/or effectuating events in a virtual environment. The handheld devices may include toys and/or other object that can be used to play. The handheld devices may be associated with the virtual environment in that individual handheld devices may share an appearance and/or theme with an avatar, a virtual object, and/or other element within the virtual environment. Shaking a pair of handheld devices together may facilitate authentication of the handheld devices with respect to the virtual environment and/or effectuate one or more events within the virtual environment. Shake patterns may be used in conjunction with geo-location and/or environmental information to improve pairing between handheld devices.