Vehicle Safe Authentication System Using Camera and Control Unit
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Solution Overview
Problem
Vehicles often have valuable items left inside that are vulnerable to theft due to inadequate locking systems, which are prone to unauthorized access and require replacement keys for retrieval, leading to security and convenience issues.
Innovation Solution
A vehicle safe authentication system that includes a vehicle safe, a camera, and a control unit programmed to detect unauthorized access, activate the camera to capture images, and transmit data to a remote server, using user inputs like passwords to secure or unlock the safe, and enabling vehicle components to respond to security threats.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a physical key locking system is used in the vehicle safe, then the safe can be locked and unlocked, but keys are often misplaced and require replacement keys supplied by a dealer
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical key-based locking system with an electronic authentication system using passwords, biometric sensors (fingerprint, facial recognition), or mobile device communication. This substitution eliminates the need for physical keys, preventing misplacement issues and the need for dealer-supplied replacement keys while maintaining secure access control.
2Reliability
If a lockable compartment is provided in the vehicle, then valuable items can be secured, but these compartments are susceptible to theft and require replacement keys for retrieval
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical key management system with an electronic authentication and communication system. The control unit can authenticate users via passwords or biometrics and communicate with mobile devices to grant or deny access remotely, eliminating the need for physical key management and reducing theft susceptibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a mobile device as an intermediary between the user and the safe locking system. The mobile device communicates wirelessly with the control unit to authenticate users and control safe access, eliminating the need for physical keys and simplifying the overall system while enhancing security.
3Reliability
If no monitoring system is installed, then the vehicle safe is simpler, but unauthorized access cannot be detected or prevented
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a camera system that is activated in advance upon detection of unauthorized access attempts. The control unit triggers the camera to capture images of individuals attempting to access the safe without proper authentication, creating evidence before the theft can be completed. This preliminary action enhances detection capability without requiring a continuously active complex monitoring system.
Data Source
AI summary
A vehicle safe authentication system may include a vehicle safe, a vehicle camera, and a control unit programmed to receive an indication of unauthorized access at the vehicle safe and further programmed to activate the vehicle camera in response to the indication, wherein activation of the camera may include capturing at least one image.