Vehicle Driver Authorization Using eID and Biometric Verification
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Solution Overview
Problem
Vehicle rental agencies face challenges in ensuring that the renter is the one using the vehicle, as existing methods lack effective verification processes.
Innovation Solution
A method and system that utilize an electronic identification card storing a user's biological feature, generating a verification code based on user and vehicle information, and requiring biometric verification before allowing vehicle operation, ensuring the renter's identity through a computer device, biometric device, card reader, and input device.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional vehicle rental methods are used, then the rental process is simple and quick, but the vehicle rental agency cannot ensure that the renter is the one who actually uses the vehicle
Solution Approach 1:
The authorization system is segmented into multiple independent verification components: eID card reading module, biometric feature extraction module, verification code generation module, and code validation module. Each component performs a specific verification task, and all must succeed for authorization to be granted, thereby ensuring reliability without requiring a monolithic complex system
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary actions by pre-establishing biometric features in the eID card before rental, generating verification codes in advance based on eID information and vehicle information, and preparing the multi-component authorization system beforehand. This ensures that when rental occurs, verification can proceed reliably without last-minute complexity
2Reliability
If multiple verification steps are implemented, then identity verification reliability is improved, but the authorization process time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system employs self-service mechanisms where the eID card automatically provides biometric data when presented, the biometric device automatically extracts and compares features without manual intervention, and the verification code is automatically generated and validated. This automation maintains high reliability through multiple verification steps while minimizing authorization process time by eliminating manual verification delays
3Reliability
If biometric verification and code verification are both required, then security is enhanced, but the ease of operation decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The system merges two verification methods (biometric verification and code verification) into a unified authorization process. The biometric feature from the eID card is combined with the verification code to grant access to the vehicle. This merging enhances security by requiring both verification types while maintaining ease of operation through integration, as the user experiences a single streamlined process rather than separate cumbersome steps
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AI summary
A method for authorizing a user to drive a vehicle is provided. A verification code is generated based on eID card information of the user, and is provided to the user and the vehicle. The vehicle includes a biometric device to ensure that the one who enters the vehicle and inputs the verification code is the user. After the code inputted by the user is successfully verified to be identical to the verification code, the vehicle permits driving operation.