Mobile Device Authentication of Security Features
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for inspecting products with multiple security features require multiple proprietary tools and are inefficient due to the need for inspectors to memorize various security feature information, leading to reduced accuracy and increased complexity.
Innovation Solution
A mobile device equipped with sensors and a processor that uses a database to identify and authenticate security features by obtaining sensor configuration information, allowing for automated examination and authentication of multiple security features without the need for multiple proprietary tools.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If multiple proprietary inspection tools are used to inspect multiple security features, then the detection capability for different security features is improved, but the device complexity and inspection efficiency deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by designing a single mobile inspection device that can detect multiple different security features (holograms, watermarks, color-shifting elements, magnetic elements, optical variable elements) using one integrated platform. The device uses a single camera system with multiple image sensors that can be configured to detect different feature types, eliminating the need for multiple separate proprietary inspection tools while maintaining comprehensive detection capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent merges multiple inspection functions into a single integrated mobile device. By combining different detection capabilities (optical detection, magnetic detection, holographic detection) within one device that shares common components like the camera system and processing unit, the patent reduces device complexity while maintaining the ability to inspect various security features.
2Measurement precision
If inspectors manually examine multiple security features using multiple tools, then the authentication accuracy is improved, but the inspection time and productivity deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements self-service through automated detection where the mobile device automatically captures images of security features and the processing unit automatically analyzes them against stored reference data. The system self-configures by receiving configuration data that specifies which sensors to activate and what detection parameters to use, eliminating the need for inspectors to manually configure multiple tools while maintaining high authentication accuracy.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies preliminary action by pre-storing reference data for various security features in the processing unit before inspection occurs. The device receives configuration data that pre-specifies which sensors should be activated and what detection parameters should be used, allowing the inspection to proceed efficiently without manual configuration during the actual inspection process.
3Reliability
If inspectors memorize various security feature information, then the authentication capability is improved, but the operational complexity and error rate deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical system of human memory and manual inspection with an automated electronic system. Instead of inspectors needing to memorize security feature characteristics, the processing unit stores reference data and automatically compares detected features against this stored information, eliminating the cognitive burden on inspectors while maintaining authentication capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary - the processing unit with its stored reference data - that mediates between the inspection device and the security features. This intermediary stores and processes the information that would otherwise need to be memorized by inspectors, translating complex security feature knowledge into automated digital comparisons that reduce operational complexity.
4Measurement precision
If proprietary inspection tools are used to detect confidential security features, then the detection accuracy for proprietary features is improved, but the information security and risk of counterfeiting deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies parameter changes by using a single camera system with multiple image sensors that can be dynamically reconfigured through software to detect different security feature types. Instead of having different physical tools for different features, the system changes detection parameters (sensor configuration, image capture settings, analysis algorithms) to adapt to different security features, reducing the risk of information leakage while maintaining detection accuracy.
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
The solution enables efficient and accurate authentication of security features, reducing the complexity for inspectors and ensuring secure transfer of proprietary information, thereby preventing counterfeiting and smuggling.
Implementation Method 1
at least one sensor for detecting security features
Implementation Method 2
examine the at least one security feature of the product with the at least one sensor
Data Source
AI summary
A method, non-transitory computer readable medium, system and/or mobile device for authenticating security features, the mobile device for authenticating security features includes at least one sensor for detecting security features, a memory having stored thereon computer readable instructions, and at least one processor configured to execute the computer readable instructions to receive a target image of a product to be authenticated, the product including at least one security feature, identify the product to be authenticated based on the target image and product information stored in a product database, obtain sensor configuration information for the at least one sensor associated with the at least one security feature of the product based on the identified product, examine the at least one security feature of the product with the at least one sensor based on the obtained sensor configuration information, and authenticate the product based on results from the examination.