Work Recording Apparatus Position-Based Function Restriction

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing work recording technologies fail to adequately prevent the leakage of confidential information during work recording, especially in situations where sensitive information is being captured.

Innovation Solution

A work recording apparatus and system that includes a recording control unit, position detection unit, and usable function restriction unit to detect and restrict recording functions based on position, combined with data encryption and decryption using a recording key, and image recognition to authenticate and manage recording operations.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Loss of information

If work recording is performed continuously to capture all work situations, then complete work records are obtained, but confidential information leaks cannot be prevented

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvework record completenessVSAvoidconfidential information leakage
Core Design Contradiction:
Loss of informationVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies local quality by implementing position-based function restriction, where the recording control unit's functionality varies depending on the detected position. In confidential areas, recording is restricted or prohibited, while in non-confidential areas, complete recording is permitted. This creates spatially differentiated recording quality that prevents information leakage while maintaining record completeness where appropriate.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements dynamics through real-time position detection and dynamic function restriction. The recording control unit continuously monitors position information and dynamically adjusts its recording functionality based on the current location. This dynamic control allows the system to transition between recording and non-recording states, preventing confidential information leakage while maintaining work record completeness in authorized areas.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Object-affected harmful factors

If recording functions are restricted in certain areas to prevent information leakage, then confidential information protection is improved, but work record completeness is compromised

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveconfidential information leakage preventionVSAvoidwork record completeness
Core Design Contradiction:
Object-affected harmful factorsVSLoss of information

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies segmentation by dividing the work area into multiple position zones with different recording permissions. The position detection unit identifies which zone the worker is in, and the recording control unit applies appropriate recording restrictions or permissions for each zone. This segmented approach allows confidential areas to be protected while non-confidential areas maintain complete recording functionality.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements parameter changes by modifying the recording control unit's operational parameters based on position. When confidential areas are detected, parameters such as recording enablement, resolution, or sensitivity are changed to prevent information leakage. In non-confidential areas, parameters are adjusted to ensure complete and high-quality work records are captured.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Object-affected harmful factors

If position-based function restriction is implemented to control recording, then confidential information protection is improved, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveconfidential information leakage preventionVSAvoidsystem structure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Object-affected harmful factorsVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies universality by designing the position detection unit and recording control unit to serve multiple functions. The position detection unit not only determines location for recording restriction purposes but can also provide navigation, location-based information, and other positional services. The recording control unit integrates both recording control and position-based decision-making functions, reducing the need for separate dedicated components and thereby managing system complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Data Source

PatentUS11100234B2Work recording apparatus, system, program, and method preventing confidential information leaks
Publication Date: 2021.08.24 HITACHI SYST LTD
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AI summary

As a technology for preventing the leaking of confidential information more properly, provided is a work recording apparatus including: a recording control unit configured to record a work situation; a position detection unit configured to detect a position; and a usable function restriction unit configured to specify an applicable predetermined state through use of the position detected by the position detection unit and restrict a part or all of functions of the recording control unit based on the specified applicable predetermined state.