NFC Operation Device for Information Processing Apparatus
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing short distance wireless communication methods for IC cards and tag IDs do not effectively enable the operation of information processing apparatuses, as they only allow data rewriting or basic authentication without utilizing the IC card's operational capabilities.
Innovation Solution
An information processing apparatus equipped with a communication unit, acquisition unit, and control unit that uses NFC for communication with an operation device, allowing for improved operability by switching between low-speed and high-speed communication modes for tasks like image transmission and authentication.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If short distance wireless communication is used for IC cards and tag IDs, then authentication and data rewriting are enabled, but the operation device cannot effectively operate the information processing apparatus
Solution Approach 1:
The operation device is designed to perform multiple functions: it not only stores identification information for authentication but also serves as an operational controller for the information processing apparatus. The device can issue commands to control operations such as image transmission, printing, and scanning, transforming it from a simple authentication tool into a multi-functional control interface that enhances both security and ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention combines the authentication function and the operation control function into a single operation device. By merging these functions, the system eliminates the need for separate authentication and control steps, allowing users to operate the information processing apparatus simply by bringing the operation device close to the terminal device, thereby improving operability while maintaining secure authentication.
2Loss of information
If data rewriting is performed on IC cards during communication, then data management is achieved, but the IC card cannot be used to operate the apparatus
Solution Approach 1:
The operation device is designed to perform multiple functions: it not only stores identification information for authentication but also serves as an operational controller for the information processing apparatus. The device can issue commands to control operations such as image transmission, printing, and scanning, transforming it from a simple authentication tool into a multi-functional control interface that enhances both security and ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention combines the authentication function and the operation control function into a single operation device. By merging these functions, the system eliminates the need for separate authentication and control steps, allowing users to operate the information processing apparatus simply by bringing the operation device close to the terminal device, thereby improving operability while maintaining secure authentication.
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
Enhances the operability of information processing apparatuses by enabling efficient communication and operation with an operation device, such as a stylus, through NFC, allowing for advanced functions like authentication and data transmission.
Implementation Method 1
a communication unit configured to communicate with an operation device by power generated when a communication portion included in the operation device comes close to within a predetermined distance range
Data Source
AI summary
Communication with an operation device is performed by power generated when a communication portion included in the operation device comes close to within a predetermined distance range of an information processing apparatus. While communication with the communication portion is established, the operation of the information processing apparatus is controlled in accordance with information acquired via the communication portion of the operation device.