OBD Vehicle ID Device for Rideshare Authentication
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Solution Overview
Problem
Rideshare and transportation services face challenges in authenticating vehicles and drivers, leading to safety concerns for passengers and package owners, as existing methods rely on visual confirmation which may not be reliable.
Innovation Solution
A system and method utilizing an electronic vehicle identification device connected to a vehicle's OBD port to obtain and verify vehicle identification information, combined with biometric identification for drivers, ensuring real-time authentication and confirmation through a service provider organization's server, thus ensuring only authorized vehicles and drivers are engaged in service.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If visual confirmation methods are used to verify vehicle and driver identity, then the system is simple and easy to operate, but the reliability of authentication is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an intermediary authentication system consisting of electronic identification devices, servers, and mobile applications that mediate between the passenger and the vehicle/driver. This intermediary system automatically verifies identities through electronic means (license plate recognition, driver photo verification) rather than relying solely on direct visual confirmation, thereby improving authentication reliability while keeping the overall system manageable through modular architecture
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces manual visual confirmation mechanisms with electronic and automated systems. Specifically, it uses electronic license plate recognition systems, digital photo verification of drivers, and server-based authentication protocols to substitute the mechanical human visual verification process, thereby enhancing reliability without proportionally increasing complexity
2Reliability
If automated electronic identification systems are implemented, then authentication reliability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the authentication system into distinct functional modules: electronic license plate recognition devices, driver identification systems, server-based verification processors, and mobile application interfaces. Each module performs a specific authentication function independently, which improves overall reliability through specialized functionality while managing complexity through modular design that allows independent development and maintenance of each component
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a universal authentication platform that can verify both vehicle identity (through license plate recognition) and driver identity (through photo verification and biometric matching) using a integrated system architecture. This multi-functional approach improves reliability by ensuring both vehicle and driver are authenticated, while the universal design principles keep the system complexity manageable through standardized protocols and interfaces
3Object-affected harmful factors
If real-time authentication confirmation is provided to passengers, then safety is enhanced, but information processing time and system complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements preliminary authentication actions by pre-registering vehicle identification information and driver photos with the service provider server before actual transport requests. When a passenger requests a ride, the system quickly matches the pre-registered information against the current vehicle and driver, providing real-time confirmation without requiring time-consuming verification processes during the actual authentication moment, thus enhancing safety while minimizing time loss
Solution Approach 2:
The patent establishes a feedback mechanism where the system continuously monitors and communicates authentication status to passengers through mobile applications. The server provides real-time feedback confirmation to passengers regarding vehicle and driver verification status, enabling informed decision-making about safety while optimizing processing time through efficient feedback loops and automated notification systems
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AI summary
The transport authentication system and method includes an electronic vehicle identification device configured to connect to a vehicle that is registered for on-call or scheduled transportation use with a service provider organization (“SPO”) to obtain vehicle identification information from the vehicle, such as by being connected to the OBD port of the vehicle. The obtained vehicle identification information is transmitted to a SPO for comparison with identification authentication information retained by the SPO. A notice may then be transmitted to a potential passenger or package owner to notify the individual that the vehicle is an authentic, authorized vehicle for transport service. Driver identification information may additionally be obtained for comparison to driver identification authentication information retained by the SPO. Notification may thus also be transmitted to the potential passenger or package owner that the driver is the authorized, registered driver.