Task Enabled Switch System for Automated Reward Access
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing locking mechanisms, such as those in gift boxes, vending machines, and game stations, lack the ability to automatically authorize users to open rewards based on completed tasks or accumulated points, requiring manual intervention or physical keys.
Innovation Solution
A Task Enabled Switch System that utilizes a Data Server to manage tasks linked with a Switch Device, allowing users to open the device after completing designated tasks or accumulating reward points, using Temporary User Codes and QR codes for authentication.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual intervention or physical keys are used for locking mechanisms, then security is maintained, but user convenience and automatic authorization are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces mechanical locking systems (physical keys, manual locks) with an electronic authorization system that uses QR codes, task completion verification, and automated switch control. This substitution enables automatic authorization based on digital credentials and task completion, eliminating the need for physical key exchange while maintaining security through electronic verification mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables users to independently complete tasks and automatically receive authorization to open locked devices without requiring manual intervention from administrators or other users. The automated verification of task completion and automatic generation of access credentials allow users to self-serve the authorization process, improving convenience while reducing operational complexity through standardization.
2Reliability
If physical keys are used for access, then simplicity is maintained, but security control and task-based authorization are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces simple physical key systems with an electronic access control system that verifies task completion through QR codes and digital credentials. This substitution provides reliable security control by linking access authorization to verified task completion, while the electronic nature of the system allows for flexible security policies and automated verification without requiring complex manual procedures.
3Productivity
If task completion verification is implemented, then user engagement and motivation are improved, but system complexity and operational overhead are increased
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual task verification procedures with an automated electronic system that uses QR codes and digital credentials to verify task completion. This substitution improves productivity by enabling rapid, objective verification of task completion while reducing operational overhead through automation. The system complexity is managed through standardized digital protocols and automated decision-making algorithms that evaluate task completion criteria.
4Ease of operation
If automated authorization systems are implemented, then user convenience is improved, but security risks and system vulnerability are increased
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces QR codes and digital credentials as intermediary elements between task completion and access authorization. These intermediaries provide a secure buffer that verifies task completion through encoded information before granting access rights. The intermediary layer protects against direct security vulnerabilities by using standardized, verifiable digital protocols that can be validated without exposing the underlying authorization mechanisms to potential attacks.
Data Source
AI summary
A Task Enabled Switch System comprising: A Data Server with a Task Manager Module, Skill Management Module and a Switch Device Management Module; A Client Device with a Task Player; A Switch Device with a Task Enabled Switch; A user uses the Client Device to download the tasks linked with the Switch Device. Once the tasks are completed successfully, the Client Device will turn on the Task Enabled Switch in the Switch Device. The user can also accumulate reward points, or reward badges, or reward pictures for tasks done, and redeem the points to open the Switch Device. Several lock/latch designs with the said Task Enabled Switch are also presented. A game system comprises of the game pieces with 2D Barcodes, Skill Management Module and Task Enabled Switch is also revealed.