Wearable Illuminating Video Recording Device RFID Security
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current wearable devices lack integrated illuminating and video recording capabilities, especially when used in conjunction with firearms, and do not provide secure operation controls to prevent unauthorized use.
Innovation Solution
A wearable device that combines an LED light source, camera module, and radio-frequency identification (RFID) communication, allowing it to be worn on the wrist or integrated with a handgun, with the RFID system ensuring only authorized users can operate the firearm by being within communication range.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If wearable devices integrate multiple functions (illumination, video recording, RFID), then operational capability and security are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple functions (illumination via LED, video recording via camera module, and secure access via RFID reader) into a single wearable device housing. This merging of previously separate functions into one integrated unit improves operational capability while managing complexity through unified design.
Solution Approach 2:
The wearable device is designed as a multi-functional unit that can perform illumination, video recording, and secure firearm operation control. This universal design allows one device to replace multiple separate tools, enhancing adaptability and versatility in law enforcement operations.
2Ease of operation
If the device is worn on the wrist for hands-free operation, then ease of operation is improved, but control precision may deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The device incorporates automatic functions that reduce the need for precise manual control. For example, the RFID system automatically authenticates the user when in proximity, and the camera can automatically record when triggered, allowing hands-free operation while maintaining system control precision through automated mechanisms.
3Reliability
If RFID security is implemented to prevent unauthorized use, then reliability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The RFID reader acts as an intermediary security mechanism between the user and the firearm operation. It provides automated authentication without requiring complex manual security procedures, enhancing reliability while adding minimal complexity through a dedicated communication module.
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
Enables secure, hands-free video recording and illumination during operations while ensuring the firearm can only be used by the intended user, enhancing safety and operational capability.
Implementation Method 1
an LED light source within the housing and positioned to emit light through the port
Implementation Method 2
a photosensitive array positioned to detect images through the camera port
Implementation Method 3
a radio-frequency identification chip within the housing... The RFID reader is operable to transmit signals to the RF tag and receive signals therefrom
Data Source
AI summary
A wearable illuminating and video recording system for use in conjunction with a handheld firearm includes a housing having first and second ports in a surface of the housing. A light source is disposed within the housing and positioned to emit light through the first port. A camera module is disposed within the housing and positioned to detect images through the second port. A recording module is disposed within the housing for receiving a video signal from the camera and storing data representative of the video signal. A power supply is disposed within the housing for providing power to operate the light source, camera, and recording module. An RF tag is disposed within the housing and a circuit including an RFID reader is associated with the firearm. The RFID reader is configured to transmit signals to the RF tag and receive signals from the RF tag and the circuit is configured to control operation of the firearm.