Vehicle Access Authentication Using Verification Codes for Driver Provisioning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing vehicle experience systems are unreliable in authenticating drivers due to the ease of falsifying identification, lack of anonymous engagement options, and inefficient provisioning processes, which can lead to fraud and hinder flexible scheduling.
Innovation Solution
A vehicle experience system that authenticates drivers using a verification code generated based on driver and vehicle information, enabling multi-factor authentication without requiring personal information, and automatically provisions vehicle access through a digital or physical key.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional identification methods are used for driver authentication, then the authentication process is simple, but the system is unreliable due to ease of falsifying identification
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a verification code as an intermediary element between the driver and the vehicle access system. This code, displayed on the user's mobile device, serves as a trusted mediator that proves the user's identity without requiring them to directly present physical identification documents that can be falsified. The verification code is generated and controlled by the authentication server, making it a reliable intermediary that bridges the gap between simple authentication and high reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the mechanical system of physical identification documents (driver's licenses, IDs) with a digital verification code system. Instead of manually checking physical documents that can be forged, the system uses electronically generated and transmitted verification codes through a mobile application. This substitution eliminates the need for physical document handling and verification, replacing it with a digital process that is much harder to falsify while maintaining operational simplicity.
2Reliability
If personal information is collected for authentication, then authentication accuracy improves, but user privacy and anonymous engagement options are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs authentication actions preliminarily through the verification code before the user needs to access the vehicle. The verification code is generated and provided to the user in advance, containing all necessary authentication information. This preliminary action allows users to authenticate without having to present personal information at the point of vehicle access, thereby maintaining authentication accuracy while enabling anonymous engagement. The authentication is completed beforehand through the code, eliminating the need for real-time personal information disclosure.
3Productivity
If manual provisioning processes are used, then system complexity is low, but scheduling efficiency and productivity are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a self-service provisioning system where the user's mobile device automatically communicates with the vehicle and provisioning system. When the user presents the verification code at the vehicle, the vehicle's system automatically verifies the code and provisions access without requiring manual intervention from dealership staff. The user's device self-manages the authentication and provisioning process, eliminating the need for manual document verification and key handover, thereby dramatically improving provisioning efficiency while the system handles the complexity automatically.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary provisioning setup by generating and providing the verification code to the user before they arrive at the vehicle location. All authentication credentials and vehicle access information are prepared in advance and embedded in the verification code. This preliminary action eliminates the need for on-site manual provisioning procedures, allowing the user to simply present the code and receive immediate automated access, thereby improving efficiency without requiring complex real-time manual processing systems.
4Reliability
If verification codes are implemented for authentication, then security and reliability improve, but the ease of operation is reduced due to additional authentication steps
Solution Approach 1:
The patent makes the mobile device serve multiple functions: it acts as both the user's personal identification repository and the verification code display device. The existing mobile device, which users already carry and trust, is leveraged to perform the authentication function. This universal approach eliminates the need for separate authentication devices or complex procedures - users simply open their existing mobile application and display the verification code, combining security with ease of operation by using a device they already have and are familiar with.
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AI summary
In some implementations, a vehicle experience system may receive a service request associated with a vehicle. The vehicle experience system may qualify a driver for a vehicle experience involving the vehicle. The vehicle experience system may provide, to a user device associated with the driver, a verification code for authenticating the vehicle experience involving the driver and the vehicle. The vehicle experience system may provide, to a location management system associated with the vehicle, a notification that the vehicle is to be involved in the vehicle experience. The vehicle experience system may provide, to the location management system and based on receiving scan data being associated with the verification code, the authentication of the vehicle experience to enable a provisioning device to facilitate access to the vehicle.