Ultra-Wideband Safe-Deposit Box Access Authentication
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current safe-deposit box access systems rely on physical keys, which can lead to human error, key misplacement, and unauthorized access, and lack seamless and secure authentication methods.
Innovation Solution
The implementation of ultra-wideband technology for secure access, where user devices emit encrypted messages to authenticate and unlock safe-deposit boxes, using digital authentication keys correlated with scheduled sessions and precise location verification.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If physical keys are used for safe-deposit box access, then the system is simple to operate, but security is compromised due to human error, key misplacement, and unauthorized access
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical key system with an ultra-wideband (UWB) wireless communication system. User devices transmit encrypted authentication signals to safe-deposit boxes, eliminating physical keys and their associated security risks while maintaining operational simplicity through contactless authentication
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a digital copy of the authentication mechanism. Instead of physical keys, the system uses digital authentication keys transmitted via UWB technology. These digital keys can be securely managed, revoked, and updated without physical replacement, enhancing security while simplifying key management
2Measurement precision
If physical keys are used for safe-deposit box access, then the system structure is simple, but authentication precision is insufficient leading to unauthorized access
Solution Approach 1:
The patent substitutes the simple mechanical key insertion system with a sophisticated UWB wireless authentication system that provides precise digital verification. The system validates authentication keys through encrypted communication protocols, ensuring high authentication precision while managing complexity through standardized wireless communication interfaces
3Reliability
If ultra-wideband technology is implemented for secure access, then authentication precision and security are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent leverages the universality of UWB technology, which is already integrated into modern smartphones and electronic devices. By utilizing this existing infrastructure, the system achieves high security without requiring users to carry or manage specialized hardware, thereby limiting the increase in perceived complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements self-service authentication where user devices automatically perform cryptographic operations and authentication protocols without user intervention. The complexity of key management, encryption, and verification is handled automatically by the devices themselves, reducing the operational burden on users
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
This solution enhances security by reducing human error and unauthorized access, providing a seamless and precise authentication method for safe-deposit box access, while ensuring secure communication between user devices and safe-deposit boxes.
Implementation Method 1
identifying an ultra-wideband frequency emitted from a known user device within the secure environment via an ultra-wideband frequency receiver
Data Source
AI summary
Systems, computer program products, and methods are described herein for secure location and device access utilizing an ultra-wideband signal of a user device and a system device. The invention generally comprises determining that a user has entered a secure environment, wherein the secure environment comprises a safe-deposit box associated with the user, automatically generating a digital authentication key in response determining that the user has entered the secure environment, verifying the digital authentication key as being linked to the user, and transmitting instructions to a safe-deposit box to unlock and provide access during the scheduled session.