Anonymous Property Notification via NFC Tag and Mobile Camera
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Solution Overview
Problem
Bystanders often face difficulties in notifying property owners of issues, such as damaged vehicles or open gates, especially in time-sensitive situations, when they are unknown to the owner and lack contact information.
Innovation Solution
A system where a mobile device receives a message from an NFC tag attached to a property, activates its camera, and transmits an image and message to the property owner's registered network address through a third-party gateway system, allowing anonymous communication.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of time
If a bystander leaves a note on the vehicle windshield to inform the owner of damage, then the bystander can provide contact information, but the notification is delayed until the owner returns to the vehicle
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a third-party notification system that acts as an intermediary between the bystander and property owner. The system receives notifications from bystanders and automatically forwards them to the registered owners, eliminating the need for direct contact while ensuring timely and reliable message delivery.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements preliminary action by pre-registering property owners and their contact information in a database before any incidents occur. Electronic tags are pre-installed on properties, and the notification system is pre-configured to automatically send alerts to owners when triggered, eliminating delays associated with waiting for owner availability.
2Ease of operation
If a bystander knocks on neighbors' doors to find the property owner, then the owner can be contacted, but the process is time-consuming and intrusive
Solution Approach 1:
The third-party notification system serves as an intermediary that eliminates the need for bystanders to physically locate or contact neighbors. The system automatically routes notifications to the correct owner through digital channels, simplifying the contact process and saving time.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the mechanical process of physically knocking on doors and manually locating owners with an automated electronic notification system. The system uses digital communication infrastructure to instantly deliver messages, substituting physical interaction with electronic automation.
3Reliability
If the bystander waits for the vehicle owner to return to the vehicle, then direct communication is possible, but significant time is lost and the issue remains unresolved
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary action by pre-establishing communication channels and owner contact information before incidents occur. When damage is reported, the system immediately activates the notification process, eliminating the need to wait for owner availability while maintaining reliable direct communication through the automated forwarding mechanism.
4Reliability
If the bystander provides contact information on a note, then the owner can respond, but the bystander's anonymity is lost and they may face retaliation
Solution Approach 1:
The third-party notification system acts as an intermediary that protects bystander anonymity while enabling two-way communication. The system masks the bystander's identity when forwarding messages to owners and can filter or moderate communications, allowing reliable dialogue without exposing the bystander to potential retaliation.
Data Source
AI summary
An approach is provided in which a mobile device receives a first message from an electronic tag that includes a computer network address and also a unique property identifier corresponding to a physical property. The mobile device activates a camera in response to receiving the first message and, in turn, transmits a second message to the computer network address that includes the unique property identifier and an image captured by the activated camera.