Integrated RFID Reader with Biometric and Network Features
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional card access control systems lack advanced security, convenience, and communication features, relying solely on basic card reader functionality without integration of modern technologies for enhanced security and management.
Innovation Solution
A computerized system that includes a card reader connected to a remote computing device via a communications network, enabling configuration, data exchange, and integration of features like wireless communication, secure authentication, video cameras, microphones, display panels, loudspeakers, and biometric sensors for improved security and functionality.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional card reader functionality is used, then device complexity is low, but security and communication capabilities are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple previously separate components (card reader, video camera, microphone, display panel, loudspeaker, biometric sensor) into a single integrated access control device. This merging approach enhances security capabilities by incorporating multiple verification methods while managing complexity through integrated design rather than separate devices
Solution Approach 2:
The access control device is designed with multi-functionality, serving as card reader, video recorder, audio recorder, display device, and biometric scanner simultaneously. This universal design allows one device to perform multiple security and communication functions that traditionally required separate components
2Adaptability or versatility
If basic card reader functionality is used, then ease of operation is high, but adaptability to different card formats and modern technologies is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The card reader is designed to read multiple card formats (proximity cards, contactless smart cards, contact smart cards) within a single device, providing universal compatibility without requiring users to operate multiple different readers for different card types
3Extent of automation
If traditional pass-through reader design is used, then device complexity is low, but remote management and configuration capabilities are absent
Solution Approach 1:
The device incorporates network communication capabilities that enable bidirectional feedback between the access control device and remote management systems. This allows configuration updates, status monitoring, and data retrieval remotely, automating management tasks while the feedback mechanism ensures proper system operation
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 security and convenience by enabling remote management, multi-format card compatibility, facial recognition, voice communication, and biometric identification, providing a more robust and adaptable access control solution.
Implementation Method 1
The chip within the card is connected to an antenna, and the card transmits the number to the card reader through use of an electromagnetic induction signal
Data Source
AI summary
Systems are described herein for providing card reader configuration and access control, including a card reader, a remote computing device, and a communications network coupled to the card reader and the remote computing device. The card reader is configured to connect to the remote computing device via the communications network, transmit a request to the remote computing device via the communications network, receive data from the remote computing device via the communications network, and configure operational settings based on the received data. The remote computing device is configured to receive the request from the card reader via the communications network, generate data responsive to the request, and transmit the data to the card reader via the communications network.