RF-ID Tag User ID Segmentation for Secure Customization

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current RF-ID technologies face challenges in securely and efficiently customizing and interacting with connected objects, particularly in managing permissions and settings, especially in environments with multiple tags and interrogators that can cause interference issues.

Innovation Solution

A method and system that involve receiving a User ID and Target Object-ID, retrieving adaptable attribute data from associated datagrams, and sending indicia to adapt the target object's settings and permissions based on user-specific data, utilizing a processor and computer-readable medium to manage interactions and permissions dynamically.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If RF-ID tags are used to identify and interact with connected objects, then object identification and basic interaction are enabled, but security and privacy protection are insufficient

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesecurity and privacy protectionVSAvoidcustomization capability
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments the identification system into multiple layers: RF-ID tags for basic identification, User IDs for user-specific customization, and datagrams for structured data transmission. This segmentation allows security measures to be applied at each layer independently while maintaining customization capabilities.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces an intermediary system that mediates between RF-ID tags and the target objects. This intermediary validates permissions, manages datagram exchanges, and enforces security policies, thereby enhancing security while enabling customized interactions based on user profiles.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Productivity

If multiple RF-ID tags and interrogators operate in the same environment, then coverage and identification capability are improved, but interference issues increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveidentification capabilityVSAvoidinterference
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements feedback mechanisms where the system monitors the RF-ID environment for interference conditions and dynamically adjusts communication parameters. The datagram exchange includes acknowledgment and error correction protocols that help maintain reliable communication in multi-tag environments.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The system dynamically manages RF-ID interactions by activating specific User IDs and datagrams based on the current context and detected interference levels. This dynamic approach allows the system to optimize performance and reduce interference in real-time.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

3Ease of operation

If user-specific customization is implemented for connected objects, then user experience is enhanced, but system complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveuser experienceVSAvoidpermission management
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent creates a universal permission management system using User IDs and datagrams that can be applied across multiple target objects and users. This universal approach simplifies complexity by providing a standardized framework rather than requiring separate customization logic for each object.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The system uses datagrams to copy and transfer user profile information and permission settings between different interactions. This copying mechanism allows consistent user experience across multiple sessions and devices without requiring complex real-time customization logic.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #26Copying

4Reliability

If permission and setting management is implemented dynamically, then security and adaptability are improved, but processing requirements and system complexity increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepermission managementVSAvoidsystem architecture
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements preliminary action by pre-defining User IDs, permission sets, and datagram structures before actual interactions occur. This preparation reduces the complexity of real-time permission management by having standardized templates ready for deployment.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The system manages complexity by changing parameters in a controlled manner - switching between different User IDs and activating specific datagrams based on context. This parameter-based approach allows dynamic permission management without requiring complex architectural changes.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

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 seamless customization and adaptation of connected objects to user-specific settings and permissions, reducing interference and enhancing security by dynamically managing object interactions and permissions, thereby improving user experience and security in multi-object environments.

Implementation Method 1

Radio-frequency identification (RF-ID) is, generally, the wireless use of radio frequency to transfer data

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic induction: Electromagnetic Induction

Data Source

PatentUS9704132B2Method, system and apparatus for adapting the functionalities of a connected object associated with a user ID
Publication Date: 2017.07.11 FRACCAROLI FEDERICO
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AI summary

In accordance with one example embodiment of the present invention a method is provided for adapting and customizing the attributes and the functionalities of a connected object according to preferences, settings and permissions associated with a user paired with said connected object. In some implementations, at least part of the inputs and adjustments imparted by said user to said connected object via an input/output user interface could seamlessly translate into other connected objects that belong to the same class and are paired with said user. In other implementations, the pairing of connected target objects with user IDs provides novel functionalities.