Secure Data Delivery Through Geo-Proximal Logo Authentication
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing systems for secure data delivery are vulnerable to electromagnetic pulse (EMP) attacks and electronic eavesdropping, lacking effective measures to protect data integrity and recipient authentication.
Innovation Solution
A computer memory device is enveloped in a protective covering resistant to electrostatic discharge and EMP, with a scannable bar code providing an electronic key for unlocking the data, ensuring secure data delivery through isolation and authentication.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If data is stored in a computer memory device without protective measures, then data access is convenient and fast, but data is vulnerable to EMP attacks and electronic eavesdropping
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies composite material principles by combining multiple protective layers with different properties: an inner conductive layer (such as aluminum foil) for electromagnetic shielding, an outer dielectric layer for electrostatic protection, and potentially additional layers for mechanical protection. This multi-layer composite structure provides comprehensive protection against EMP attacks and eavesdropping while maintaining a manageable form factor for data storage devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The protective covering creates an electromagnetically inert environment around the computer memory device, isolating it from external electromagnetic pulses and electronic interference. This inert electromagnetic atmosphere prevents EMP-induced damage and blocks eavesdropping attempts, effectively creating a secure zone for sensitive data storage.
2Reliability
If data access is restricted through authentication mechanisms, then data integrity is protected, but access convenience is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an intermediary authentication layer between the user and the data storage device. This intermediary mechanism (such as a separate authentication key, biometric verification, or multi-factor authentication system) mediates access requests, verifying user identity and permissions before granting data access. This ensures data integrity and authorized access while maintaining operational convenience through streamlined authentication processes.
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
The solution provides robust protection against EMP attacks and ensures secure, authenticated data delivery by isolating data access and validating recipients, enhancing security and integrity.
Implementation Method 1
The protective covering is resistant to electrostatic discharge and/or EMP attack
Implementation Method 2
The label displays a scannable bar code that produces the electronic key for unlocking the lock on the computer memory device
Data Source
AI summary
A “scannable logo” image contains encoded identity data for the logo brand owner, encoded visual identification characteristics for the logo brand, an encoded GPS data corresponding to manufacturing location for a manufactured item or assembled item, plus additional embodiment dependent data. The image is scanned with the image scanning function of a mobile communication device and the encoded logo brand owner identity data, the encoded visually identifying characteristics for the logo brand, and the encoded GPS location information are decoded with a decoding function. The GPS location information is captured for the mobile communication device with the GPS function of the mobile communication device and compared to the decoded GPS location information. If the decoded information is a geo-proximal match, an authentication application is launched in the computer function of the mobile communication device.