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20080211625 | METHOD FOR TEMPORARILY INHIBITING, WHEN IT HAS BEEN DETECTED INSIDE A LOCKED VEHICLE, A PORTABLE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT KNOWN AS A TAG BELONGING TO A KEYLESS ENTRY DEVICE - A method for temporarily inhibiting, when it is detected inside a locked vehicle, a portable remote control unit, known as a tag, of a keyless entry device designed to implement access authorization procedures to allow access to the vehicle, these including an initial identification procedure which includes causing a central processing unit to periodically transmit a data frame incorporating a preamble consisting of a predefined wake-up code that can be identified by the tag. The inhibition method include defining a first wake-up code at least intended for the procedure of temporarily inhibiting the tags, and a second wake-up code specifically intended for the procedure of identifying the tags, and in setting up temporary inhibition procedures which consist in causing a specific data frame incorporating, in its preamble, the first wake-up code and designed to deactivate the recognition, by each target tag, of the second wake-up code, to be transmitted. | 09-04-2008 |
20080224824 | Keyless Entry System - A keyless entry system that prevents a steering shaft and such from being unlocked without any intention of a passenger. A portable device is carried by a passenger and a vehicle control device for carrying out a certification process for the portable device to lock or unlock a device subject to locking is mounted to a vehicle. The portable device sends instruction information giving an instruction to limit unlocking of the device subject to locking to the vehicle control device in accordance with an instruction from the passenger. The vehicle control device maintains locking of the device subject to locking in the case of receiving the instruction information from the portable device. | 09-18-2008 |
20080258866 | Apparatus having a moveable component and method for controlling a movement of the moveable component - In the field of medical devices, for instance patient tables, it is known to block the movement of moveable components of a respective apparatus using blocking means and to release these only after actuating a switch. To be able to dispense with the foot switch, an authorized operator is equipped with a radio frequency identification tag and interrogation means for interrogating the radio frequency identification tag are provided on the apparatus. Once the operator initiates a movement by exerting a force, a sensor detects this force and activates the interrogation means. If the interrogation means identify that the radio frequency identification tag is sufficiently close thereto, it is concluded that the authorized operator would like to initiate the movement and the moveable part is released. | 10-23-2008 |
20080284564 | Time-of-Flight Ranging Systems - A time-of-flight ranging system, such as a keyless access control system, comprises a first part ( | 11-20-2008 |
20090027159 | Method and Central Device for Controlling Access to Secure Areas or Devices - A mobile device which is assigned to a person transmits an identification to a central device where localization of the mobile device is initiated. After the mobile device has been located in an area of an access system, the identification is checked for authorization for access via the access system. Access via the access system is either allowed or denied based on the result of the check. Access by an authorized person to secure areas or devices with the aid of a wireless device which is usually carried along—for example a mobile radio terminal or a DECT terminal—thus becomes considerably easier and more convenient. | 01-29-2009 |
20090027160 | ENTRY SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE - An engine starting apparatus having the function of adjusting the transmission power of an electronic key to an intensity appropriate for transportation when the vehicle is transported is provided. An on-vehicle control means (key collating ECU) checks the presence of a fuse which is removed when the vehicle is transported before a request signal for ID authentication is transmitted and wirelessly transmits information on the presence of the fuse obtained by the check to an electronic key. Based on the information of presence wirelessly transmitted from the on-vehicle control means, the electronic key sets the transmission power at a first intensity when it is determined that the fuse is present and sets the transmission power at a second intensity when it is determined that the fuse is not present. | 01-29-2009 |
20090040019 | USER-ASSISTED PROGRAMMABLE APPLIANCE CONTROL - A system for activating an appliance responsive to one of many transmission schemes includes a transmitter, memory holding data describing the transmission schemes, and a controller in communication with the transmitter and the memory. The controller is operable to store a fixed code. If a fixed code is stored, then the controller transmits a sequence of fixed code activation schemes, based on the fixed code and data held in the memory, until input indicating activation of the appliance is received. If no fixed code is stored, then the controller transmits a sequence of rolling code activation schemes, based on data held in the memory, until input indicating activation of the appliance is received. The controller stores in the memory an indication as to which activation scheme activated the appliance based on the received input. The controller generates an activation signal based on the stored indication and a received activation input. | 02-12-2009 |
20090115571 | RF PAYMENT VIA A MOBILE DEVICE - A nontraditional transaction device, for example a mobile device, may be employed to complete a transaction. The mobile device may utilize radio frequency (RF) communication and/or authentication to facilitate completion of a transaction. Secondary identification information, for example voice recognition data, biometric recognition data, or alphanumeric data, may be utilized for secondary end user authentication. For security reasons, the mobile device account data may transmitted after the secondary identification information is verified. | 05-07-2009 |
20090153294 | MECHANICAL KEY CODE VERIFICATION SYSTEM - A mechanical key code verification system including a mechanical key and a lock apparatus into which the mechanical key is inserted. The mechanical key includes a key body. A key code pattern formed on the key body includes a plurality of recessed portions and a plurality of non-recessed portions. A wireless communication mechanism is incorporated in the key body which performs wireless communication with a communication device. The wireless communication device including an antenna arranged on the key body. The lock apparatus mechanically verifies the key code pattern of the mechanical key when the mechanical key is inserted therein. The recessed portions of the key code pattern of the mechanical key is located inward from the antenna on the key body. | 06-18-2009 |
20090160607 | VEHICLE KEY FOB HAVING A COMMUNICATIONS CIRCUIT - A vehicle key fob for communicating information between one or more electronic devices, such as a personal or laptop computer, and a wireless-enabled vehicle. In one embodiment, a wired communications link is established between the electronic device and the vehicle key fob over a wired connection, such as a USB cable. A separate wireless communications link is established between a wireless interface located in the vehicle key fob, such as a wireless adapter, and the wireless-enabled vehicle so that information can be sent from the electronic device to the vehicle, and vice-versa, in a secured manner. | 06-25-2009 |
20090184801 | Method for Unlocking a Lock by a Lock Device Enabled for Short-Range Wireless Data Communication in Compliance With a Communication Standard and Associated Device - A method is presented for unlocking a lock by a lock device enabled for short-range wireless data communication in compliance with a communication standard. In one embodiment, the method includes: a) detecting a key device within operative range of the lock device; b) determining a wireless communication address of the key device; c) evaluating the determined key device address by reference to a data storage with a number of wireless communication addresses stored therein; d) generating an evaluation result from said evaluating step c), wherein a match between the determined key device address and any of the wireless communication addresses stored in the data storage is a requisite for a positive evaluation result; and e) unlocking said lock if a positive evaluation result is generated in step d). | 07-23-2009 |
20090206989 | ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION SYSTEM, IN PARTICULAR ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM FOR P(ASSIVE)K(EYLESS)E(NTRY), AS WELL AS METHOD FOR DETECTING A RELAY ATTACK THEREON - In order to provide an electronic communication system ( | 08-20-2009 |
20090212906 | MULTI-CHANNEL PASSIVE ENTRY SYSTEM FOR VEHICLES - A method and system for determining whether or not passive entry of a vehicle is permitted, includes allocating separate channels for each authorized key FOB for the vehicle. An indication of manual entry of the vehicle is detected. Upon such detection, a challenge from a transmitter of a passive entry system is output. The challenge is received by more than one key FOB in a vicinity of the vehicle, and outputting a respective remote keyless entry response at an assigned frequency channel for each respective key FOB. The remote keyless entry responses are received at a receiver of the passive entry system, at each respective channel allocated for the respective key FOBs. A determination is then made as to whether or not any of the respective key FOBs are assigned to authorized users of the vehicle, and if so, a vehicle door is set in an unlocked state to allow entry into the vehicle. | 08-27-2009 |
20090251283 | Property management system - A property management system includes: a management server for managing a property item by a non-contact IC medium; a gate apparatus for reading medium information from the non-contact IC medium; and a destruction apparatus for destroying the property item. Gate passage permission/non-permission information is stored on the management server or the non-contact IC medium and, when destroying the property item, the destruction apparatus transmits the medium information to the management server to perform a destruction completion registration. The gate apparatus includes: a determination device for determining whether the gate passage permission/non-permission information represents permission or non-permission based on the medium information; and a passage prohibition device for prohibiting passage when the determination result is non-permission. Even when the gate passage permission/non-permission information represents non-permission, if the read medium information indicates that the destruction completion registration is already performed, the determination device permits the passage. | 10-08-2009 |
20090261945 | PASSIVE ENTRY SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PERFORMING FUNCTION THEREOF - Provided are a passive entry system for changing a scan method to reduce battery consumption of a smart key and a method for performing a function thereof. In the passive entry system, a smart key ECU periodically transmits a low-frequency scan signal for detecting the smart key. When the smart key being in a slip state is located within a receiving radius of the scan signal, the smart key receives the scan signal and is converted into an active state. Battery consumption of the smart key can be reduced because the smart key normally being in the slip state is converted into the active state when receiving the scan signal from the smart key ECU. Furthermore, the smart key is converted into the active state only within the low-frequency scan signal receiving radius formed near an automobile and requests the smart key ECU to perform a function of the automobile, for example, a function of closing/opening doors. Accordingly, a reliable passive entry system can be achieved. | 10-22-2009 |
20090267733 | ELECTRONIC CONTROL APPARATUS - Disclosed is an electronic control apparatus for a vehicle which includes: 1) first storage means for storing vehicle identification information unique to the vehicle; 2) second storage means for storing immobilizer identification information unique to the vehicle; 3) command receiving means for receiving, from an external control apparatus, an update command that commands the electronic control apparatus to update the vehicle identification information stored in the first storage means; and 4) information handling means for handling all the information stored in the first and second storage means. Moreover, in the electronic control apparatus, upon receipt of the update command by the command receiving means, the information handling means updates the immobilizer identification information stored in the second storage means as well as the vehicle identification information stored in the first storage means. | 10-29-2009 |
20090273439 | Micro-chip ID - An electronic device worn by a person; in a exemplary embodiment comprising a radio-frequency receiver-transmitter, a CODEC, and a processing element having storage. The device is configured to operate within a location or venue, and if outside the location or venue, to transition to “sleep mode.” The device communicates and interacts with other external systems. Optionally a CODEC, which enables secure communications, encodes and decodes messages and data exchanged with external systems. The CODEC may receive data or codes from the processing element and may send decoded data and or messages to the processing element for storage. The processing element may receive and remit personal data related to the person, including records of personal data and information, events and times, financial or monetary data, important dates and times with reminders, security information including cryptographic keys and encodings. | 11-05-2009 |
20090273440 | ELECTRONIC ACCESS CONTROL HANDLE SET FOR A DOOR LOCK - The present invention provides for a handle set for a lock with a latch, the handle set having an authentication circuit and actuator in the interior handle that allow access to authenticated transponders. The present invention also provides a device and method for transmitting a rotational movement and force in an electronic lock, wherein the transmission takes place in a coupled state and not in a decoupled state and wherein the transmission of force does not damage an actuator that requires little energy to change between the coupled and decoupled states. A coupling cartridge of an electronic lock can easily be handed. The electronic lock can be retrofitted in installed mortise locks and used with cylindrical locks. The electronic lock can include a security feature that prohibits the electronic lock from changing between the coupled and decoupled states. | 11-05-2009 |
20090284345 | PASSIVE ENTRY SYSTEM FOR AN AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLE - A passive entry system for an automotive vehicle may include a token capable of receiving a plurality of wireless signals. The token may generate a response signal to at least one of the plurality of wireless signals and reconfigure so that the token does not provide a response to at least one of the plurality of wireless signals. | 11-19-2009 |
20090302998 | METHOD FOR PROVIDING TO AN END DEVICE ACCESS TO A SERVICE, TO AN END DEVICE AND TO A MOBILE TERMINAL REALIZING SUCH A METHOD - The invention relates to a method for providing to an end device access to a service in accordance with a specific profile. The method including the steps of:
| 12-10-2009 |
20090315673 | RFID Tag And Operating Method Thereof - An RFID tag and a method of operating the RFID tag are provided. The RFID tag comprises a memory block that stores at least one predetermined authorization code associated with an RFID reader. In this method, according to the predetermined authorization code and an approval request transmitted from the RFID reader, it is determined by the RFID tag whether the RFID reader is authenticated. When the RFID reader is not authenticated, the RFID tag is controlled to not respond to a subsequent request transmitted from the RFID reader. As a result, the risk that data in the RFID tag may be illegally acquired by an unauthorized RFID reader is reduced. | 12-24-2009 |
20090322474 | System for turning on and off power using door card key - Disclosed herein is a system for turning on and off power using a door card key. Transmission means includes a switch unit turned on and off depending on the insertion of the door card key, a switch monitoring unit configured to generate a clock signal, a microcomputer unit configured to generate an RF signal, a transmission signal amplification unit configured to amplify the RF signal generated by the microcomputer unit, and a transmission unit configured to transmit the amplified RF signal. Reception means includes a reception unit configured to receive the RF signal from the transmission means, a reception signal amplification unit configured to amplify the RF signal from the reception unit, a drive signal generation unit configured to convert the RF signal into a drive signal and then output the drive signal, and a control switch unit turned on and off in response to the drive signal. | 12-31-2009 |
20100007461 | METHOD FOR PASSIVE KEYLESS ENTRY OF A MOTOR VEHICLE ESPECIALLY OF AN INDUSTRIAL VEHICLE - A vehicle unlocking sequence includes passively authenticating a vehicle user, granting the authenticated vehicle user access to the vehicle and setting the vehicle main switch into an on-state. A vehicle locking sequence includes passively authenticating the vehicle user, configuring the vehicle, upon a first action from the authenticated vehicle user, into a first locking mode whereby access to the vehicle is denied to a non authenticated user, or configuring the vehicle, upon a second action from the authenticated vehicle user, into a second locking mode whereby access to the vehicle is denied to a non authenticated user and the vehicle main switch is set into an off-state. | 01-14-2010 |
20100033301 | Automobile anti-theft remote control device and a charger therefor - The present invention relates to an automobile anti-theft remote control device and a charger therefor in the field of automobile electronic anti-theft technology and more particularly pertains to a chargeable automobile anti-theft remote control device with a voice prompt function and a charger therefor. The chargeable battery is disposed in the anti-theft remote control device and its body has a charging socket. The remote control device comprises a voice prompt circuit, a vibration circuit and a display unit. The charger for the remote control device is disposed with a charging plug which is adapted to engage with the charging socket of the remote control device and to charge the chargeable battery in the remote control device. The power source input plug of the charger is adapted to engage with the car cigarette lighter socket for the power source input. The charger comprises a voltage detection circuit and a charging indication unit. The technical proposal of the present invention can charge the battery directly in an automobile, thereby achieving the objects of being convenient for use, facilitating saving in resources, and reducing the uses of primary batteries. Besides, the sound prompts of the remote control device are so diverse that users can have their personalized selections, thereby increasing the alertness. The display of the remote control device is so colorful that it is more appealing. | 02-11-2010 |
20100090799 | COMMUNICATION SYSTEM INCLUDING A VEHICLE ELECTRONIC KEY, ELECTRONIC KEY FOR USE IN A COMMUNICATION SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR COMMUNICATING INFORMATION FROM A VEHICLE TO A PORTABLE TELECOMMUNICATION TERMINAL - The invention relates to a communication system that comprises a vehicle electronic key, a vehicle telecommunication device and a portable telecommunication terminal, the electronic key including a first transmitter and the vehicle including a first receiver, the first transmitter and the first receiver being provided for carrying out the transmission of at least one information request from the electronic key to the vehicle, the vehicle telecommunication device including at least a second transmitter, the portable telecommunication terminal including at least a second receiver, the second transmitter and the second receiver being provided for carrying out the transmission of information from the vehicle to the portable telecommunication terminal, the portable telecommunication terminal being provided for displaying at least a portion of the information on a display member of the portable telecommunication terminal. The invention also relates to an electronic key and to a method for communicating information from a vehicle to a portable telecommunication terminal. | 04-15-2010 |
20100109836 | VEHICLE AUTHENTICATION CONTROL DEVICE - A vehicle authentication control device has a first, second, and third determination units, and a registration unit. When identification information unique to a vehicle is registered in both a portable device and an authentication device on the vehicle, the first determination unit matches first identification information returned from the portable device in response to a request from the authentication device and second identification information registered in the authentication device to determine whether a combination of the portable device and the authentication device is legitimate. When third identification information is registered in a part different from the authentication device, the part performing a predetermined operation when the first determination unit is legitimate, the second determination unit matches the third identification information registered in the part and the second identification information registered in the authentication device to determine whether a combination of the part and the authentication device is legitimate. The second determination unit determines that the part is a non-used article if the third identification information is not registered in the part. If the determination results of the first determination unit and the second determination unit are both positive, then the third determination unit determines that a combination of the part, the portable device, and the authentication device is legitimate. If the second determination unit determines that the part is a non-used vehicle, the registration unit registers the second identification information registered in the authentication device as third identification information. | 05-06-2010 |
20100123547 | RFID DETECTION AND IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM INCLUDING AN RFID READER HAVING A LIMITED TRANSMIT TIME AND A TIME-OUT PERIOD TO PROTECT A MEDICAL DEVICE AGAINST RFID-ASSOCIATED ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE - A system is provided for identifying implanted medical devices, leads and systems, as well as objects in close proximity to a patient having an implanted active medical device, using a radio frequency identification (RFID) tag having retrievable information relating to the AIMD, lead system and/or patient. An RFID tag communicator includes a circuit for limiting the total continuous transmit time of an interrogation signal, and a time-out circuit for delaying a second and any subsequent interrogation of the RFID tag. | 05-20-2010 |
20100141381 | ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM, LOCK DEVICE, ADMINISTRATION DEVICE, AND ASSOCIATED METHODS AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCTS - An access control system uses an existing file format standard, e.g. for personal data interchange (PDI) or image file interchange, for novel access control purposes to provide temporary access for a wireless key device to a lock device and its protected environment by creating appropriate temporary access defining data in a data object compliant with the file format standard and communicating the data object to the lock device via the wireless key device. | 06-10-2010 |
20100164682 | IC CARD, DATA CONTROL METHOD AND PROGRAM - There is provided an IC card including a recording unit (card CPU) to record display request data for requesting display on a display unit and control data for controlling display on the display unit onto card memory in response to a request from an external device, and a verification unit (display CPU) to verify data consistency by comparing predetermined control commands contained in the display request data and the control data recorded on the card memory. | 07-01-2010 |
20100176918 | Identification and tracking of information stored on radio frequency identification devices - A method and apparatus for detecting and tracking an object within a defined area, and determining its position, status, movement and identity therein, includes interrogating the defined area to communicate with an information device associated with an object and transmit information received to a master controller unit, which determines the object's presence, position, status, movement and identity within the defined area. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract which will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or the meaning of the claims. | 07-15-2010 |
20100201482 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ACCESSING A STRUCTURE USING A MOBILE DEVICE - A wireless device access system employs short-range wireless communication to require the proximity of a user device to a structure prior to communicating an unlock request. The access system authenticates the unlock request and the proximity of the user to the structure prior to transmitting an unlock command to the structure. Additionally, the wireless device may require the proximity of a user token prior to operation and/or the access system may include an override within the structure blocking any unlock command. | 08-12-2010 |
20100201483 | MOBILE DEVICE FOR VEHICLE - A mobile device for a vehicle includes a receiving unit that receives transmission signals transmitted from individual transmitting antennas of a vehicle-side device; a control unit that determines distances to the individual transmitting antennas using the signal strengths of the received transmission signals; and a transmitting unit that transmits, to the vehicle-side device using wireless communication, data items indicating the distances. In a time period in which communication is not performed between the mobile device and the vehicle-side device, the signal strength of a received signal is measured, thereby obtaining a measurement value, and the measurement value is stored as a noise element in a memory. When communication between the mobile device and the vehicle-side device is performed, correction for noise is performed on the signal strengths of the transmission signals transmitted from the transmitting antennas, and the distances are determined. | 08-12-2010 |
20100207723 | ELECTRICALLY LOCKING DEVICE AND ELECTRIC LOCK SYSTEM AND UNLOCKING METHOD THEREOF - An electric lock system includes an electrically locking device including a memory unit, a first communication unit, an electric lock and a first processing unit, and a wireless communication device including a second communication unit, a second processing unit, and a second input unit. The memory unit stores an unlock code, a request code and a message. The first processing unit compares an input code with the request code and controls the first communication unit to transmit the message to the communication device if the input code matches the request code. The second processing unit controls the second communication unit to transmit an unlock request code to the first communication unit according to the message received by the second communication unit. The first processing unit compares the unlock request code with the unlock code, and unlocks the electric lock if the unlock request code matches the unlock code. | 08-19-2010 |
20100214061 | ALL WEATHER HOUSING ASSEMBLY FOR ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS - An all weather housing assembly for protection of electrical components includes a first housing having an open end and defining a first compartment for receipt therein of electronic components; a cover attached to the first housing for enclosing the first compartment, the cover further including a mounting structure for receiving and retaining a power source which structure is mounted on a side of the cover that is exterior to the enclosed first compartment; and a second housing having an open end and defining a second compartment that is dimensioned to cover and protect a power source when received and retained by the mounting structure of the cover, the second housing being connected to the first housing independent of the attachment of the cover to the first housing. | 08-26-2010 |
20100237988 | Communications apparatus - An electrode group is provided in a portable terminal carried by a human body for transmitting a transmission signal to the human body functioning as a transmission medium. The electrode group contains three electrodes arranged respectively at three vertices of an equilateral triangle. Three types of driving electrode pairs are defined as respectively having different combination of optional two electrodes. While changing the driving electrode pairs for use in order one pair by one pair, the transmission signal based on the same transmission data is repeatedly transmitted as many times as the number of driving electrode pairs. | 09-23-2010 |
20100237989 | GOODS MANAGEMENT DEVICE AND GOODS MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - According to one embodiment, the goods management device includes a carried out goods detecting portion that receives a reading result from a first wireless tag reader arranged in a depository storing goods attached with a wireless tag, and detects, based on the result, that the goods attached with tag data have been taken away from the depository; a user data receiving portion that receives, as a reading result, both of tag data, unique to a user, carried by the user who is taking away the goods and tag data attached to the goods being taken away from a second wireless tag reader arranged near a door, which is usually locked, of a building or a room in which the depository is installed; and an unlock direction portion that instructs unlocking of the door, only in a case where the tag data of the goods determined by the carried out goods detecting portion to have been taken away matches with the tag data attached to the goods being taken away and received by the user data receiving portion and where the tag data unique to the user belongs to the user who has a proper permission. | 09-23-2010 |
20100245038 | AUTOMATIC WALK-AWAY DETECTION - A method and system for walk-away locking of a vehicle. The vehicle may be automatically locked when an occupant walks away from the vehicle in a passive manner. The automatic locking capabilities may be incorporated within an energy conservation strategy that allows one or more vehicle components and a fob to enter a sleep mode or otherwise become inactive at particular intervals when signals necessary to automatically locking the vehicle are less likely. | 09-30-2010 |
20100245039 | Mobile unit - A mobile unit includes a LF antenna having a predetermined receiving frequency band and gain to receive a LF signal, a determination circuit for determining whether the LF signal received by the LF antenna is an authorized LF signal, a controller activated in response to a determination by the determination circuit that the LF signal received by the LF antenna is the authorized LF signal, a damping resistor connected to the LF antenna, a switch for enabling and disabling the damping resistor, and an antenna gain adjuster for reducing the gain of the LF antenna in response to a determination by the determination circuit that the LF signal received by the LF antenna is different from the authorized LF signal by controlling the switch in such a manner that the damping resistor is enabled. | 09-30-2010 |
20100265032 | ENGINE STARTUP SYSTEM OF VEHICLE - An engine startup system of a vehicle permits engine startup under a condition of establishing authentication between an in-vehicle device mounted in the vehicle and a portable device carried by a user. The engine startup system includes: a transponder circuit installed in the portable device and activated upon receiving a query signal transmitted from the in-vehicle device to generate a primary reply signal for the authentication of the in-vehicle device; and a transmitting circuit installed together with the transponder circuit in the portable device and converting the primary reply signal generated by the transponder circuit into a transmission signal of another wavelength band to transmit the transmission signal as a secondary reply signal for the authentication of the in-vehicle device. | 10-21-2010 |
20100289617 | RFID Reader - Embodiments of the invention relate to the field of RFED (radio frequency identification). Some particularly preferred embodiments relate to a high-Q, so-called “full duplex” (FDX) RFID Reader. An RFID tag reader, the reader comprising: an electromagnetic (em) field generator for generating an electromagnetic (em) field for modulation by said tag, said modulation comprising modulated load of said em field by said tag; a detector system responsive to fluctuations in strength of said em field at said reader; a negative feedback system responsive to said detector system to provide a control signal for said em field generator for controlling said em field generator to reduce said detected fluctuations; and a demodulator responsive to said control of said em field to demodulate said em field modulation by said tag. | 11-18-2010 |
20100289618 | SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND KITS FOR AUTOMATICALLY ACTIVATING A GARAGE DOOR OPENER - Systems, methods, and kits for automatically activating a garage door opener. A garage door opener system is supplemented with motion sensor technology or RFID technology to allow for automatic activation of a garage door opener. An automobile that is moving near or is proximate to a garage associated with at least one garage door opener can cause the garage door opener to be automatically activated to open or close a garage door that is operatively connected to the garage door opener. | 11-18-2010 |
20100289619 | ANTENNA DEVICE - An antenna device includes an antenna element, a wireless circuit, and electronic circuit, a substrate, a conductor, and a stub. The antenna element transmits or receives a communication signal. The wireless circuit is connected to the antenna element. The electronic circuit differs from the wireless circuit. The wireless circuit and electronic circuit are arranged in positional isolation on the substrate. The conductor is connected to the substrate to connect the antenna device to another device. The stub is arranged in a substrate part in which the wireless circuit is located. The stub has a pattern length that causes resonance at one fourth of a wavelength of the communication signal. | 11-18-2010 |
20100308961 | PASSIVE ENTRY SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR A VEHICLE - A passive entry system and method for determining the location of a remote transmitter positioned near a vehicle. The system and method including a transmitter configured to transmit one or more polling sequences. The polling sequences including one or more polling signals indicative of a particular side and/or door of the vehicle. The system and method further including a receiver configured to receive an acknowledgement signal from a remote transmitter in response to one or more of the polling sequences. The system and method also including a controller configured to determine if the remote transmitter is positioned near the first side or second side of the vehicle based upon the acknowledgement signal being in response to the first or second polling sequence. | 12-09-2010 |
20100321153 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR PERFORMING A SEQUENCE OF OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS - An apparatus and method of performing a sequence of steps is provided. The apparatus includes a controller that stores the sequence of steps and displays the steps in order to the operator. The apparatus includes a positioning module that confirms the operator position and a reader module to confirm the identification of the equipment to be worked on. An programmable key is also provided for storing a sequence of unlock codes that allows the operator open the equipment and cabinets in the same sequence as the sequence of steps. | 12-23-2010 |
20100321154 | METHOD AND SYSTEM OF DETERMINING AND PREVENTING RELAY ATTACK FOR PASSIVE ENTRY SYSTEM - A system and method for preventing relay attack on a passive entry system (PES) or other passive system (PS) included within a vehicle or other entity. The relay attack prevention may be based in part on an assessment of whether the fob is able to distinguish signal strength relative to messages communicated form different antennas within the vehicle and/or amongst different signal amplitude communicated from the same antenna. | 12-23-2010 |
20100328030 | RFID PET DOOR - An RFID reader for use in a pet door to control access for a pet bearing an RFID tag or implant. The RFID reader incorporates and is operable in two modes, a learn mode and a normal mode. In learn mode, the reader stores the ID code of an RFID transponder in the vicinity of the reader and also derives additional reader information corresponding to the RFID transponder. In normal mode, the reader compares the ID codes stored in memory to the RFID signal returned from an RFID transponder in the vicinity of said the reader. The RFID reader behavior is at least in part determined by the additional reader information corresponding to said ID codes stored in memory. We also describe a confidence threshold for acceptance of an ID code in learn mode and normal mode. The confidence threshold in normal mode may be less than in learn mode. | 12-30-2010 |
20110012709 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DATA CONTROL IN ELECTRONIC LOCKS - Disclosed are apparatus and corresponding methodologies for data control in an electronic access control system. A plurality of electronic locks are connected to a central server over a network such as an 802.11 WiFi wireless network that may be used to provide data updates and management for the individual electronic locks. To address power management problems associated with electronic locks having the capability to communicate over an 802.11 WiFi network, the present disclosure provides method and apparatus for selectively powering on and off an 802.11 WiFi communications module integrated into the electronic lock to conserve power resources. An electronic access control system is disclosed which allows efficient data exchange between a central server and a plurality of electronic locks using a database structure, and which allows for multiple simultaneous database manipulations in a cost effective manner. | 01-20-2011 |
20110018683 | MANAGEMENT OF THE IDENTITIES OF USERS IN A SYSTEM - The identity of a user to be associated with a terminal adapted for communication in a communication network is managed. The network provides a service based on the identity of the user. A contactless transaction is established at the terminal with an identification entity. During the transaction, a piece of information on the identity of the user stored in the identification entity is received. Finally, the identity of the user obtained from said information is stored. The identity of the user is erased at the terminal when the terminal is subjected to a specific action. | 01-27-2011 |
20110057772 | Automatic locking apparatus - An automatic locking apparatus which is installed in a vehicle, communicates with a portable-unit in areas inside/outside the vehicle, and automatically locks doors, based on whether a response-signal is received from the portable-unit and opening/closing of the doors. The apparatus includes a door-opening/closing-detecting-unit, an inside-of-vehicle-determining-unit forming a communication-area inside the vehicle when one door changes from the opened-state to the closed-state, and determining whether the response-signal is received, an outside-of-vehicle-determining-unit forming a communication-area outside the vehicle when the response-signal is not received, and determining whether the response-signal is received, a locking-control-unit automatically locking the doors when the response-signal is received, when all the doors are closed and presence-of-reception is changed to absence-of-reception, and a storing-unit storing history-information indicating that the response-signal is received. When the response-signal is not received, and the storing-unit stores history-information, the locking-control-unit automatically locks the doors when all the doors are closed and reception is absent. | 03-10-2011 |
20110063076 | Apparatus for preventing unauthorized use of a vehicle - An apparatus for protecting a vehicle includes a fob in the possession of a person who whishes to use the vehicle. The fob includes a fob code. A proximity sensor mounted on the vehicle is used to actuate circuitry for interrogating the fob so as to retrieve the fob code. The fob code is then matched to a vehicle code to determine whether the person possessing the fob is authorized to use the vehicle. The proximity sensor may include a capacitive sensor, and inductive sensor, or both. | 03-17-2011 |
20110074541 | LOCKER SYSTEM AND METHOD - The present disclosure describes a system for managing a plurality of lockers proximate a theme park attraction, the system having an electronically actuated lock disposed on the plurality of lockers, a guest identifier carriable on the guests person, the identifier usable as an electronic key configured to lock and unlock the lock, an egress sensor positioned at an exit of the theme park attraction and a processor in communication with the lock and the egress sensor and configured to unlock the lock subsequent to being signaled by the egress sensor. A method for using and managing a plurality of lockers is also described. | 03-31-2011 |
20110084798 | System Interaction with a Movable Barrier Operator Method and Apparatus - A secure communication link ( | 04-14-2011 |
20110102138 | System And Method For Authorizing A Remote Device - A system and method for authorizing a remote device amongst multiple remote devices for passive functions, such as passive entry and passive start, includes a vehicle having a plurality of strategically located antennas, combinations of which transmit a query signal and receive query responses, a challenge antenna amongst the plurality of antennas for transmitting a challenge signal to at least one of the multiple remote devices in accordance with a challenge order, and a control unit having a controller in communication with the antennas for determining the challenge order based upon the query responses. The controller can determine whether a remote device is located in an authorization zone, out of an authorization zone, or whether the remote device's location is indeterminate. | 05-05-2011 |
20110102139 | System And Method For Authorizing A Remote Device - A system and method for authorizing a remote device amongst multiple remote devices for passive functions, such as passive entry and passive start, includes a vehicle having a plurality of strategically located antennas, combinations of which transmit a query signal and receive query responses, a challenge antenna amongst the plurality of antennas for transmitting a challenge signal to at least one of the multiple remote devices in accordance with a challenge order, and a control unit having a controller in communication with the antennas for determining the challenge order based upon the query responses. Upon a failure, the system determines which of the remote devices to challenge next based upon the failure type and the number of retries remaining. | 05-05-2011 |
20110115605 | ENERGY HARVESTING SYSTEM - An energy harvesting system for use with a vehicle including an RF transmitter positionable in a vehicle and a key fob having an antenna configured to receive an RF signal from the RF transmitter and convert the RF signal to electrical energy, a power management circuit configured to distribute the electrical energy in the key fob, and an energy storage device configured to store at least some of the electrical energy converted from the RF signal. | 05-19-2011 |
20110133886 | MOBILE IDENTIFICATION TRANSMITTER IN A SAFETY SYSTEM - The invention relates to a mobile identification transmitter ( | 06-09-2011 |
20110140839 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DISABLING PASSIVE ENTRY KEY LOCATED INSIDE A VEHICLE - A method for disabling a passive entry key includes receiving a search request into an electronic control unit (“ECU”) on a vehicle to search for a passive key inside a vehicle cabin; emitting a search signal via an antenna in communication with the ECU in response to the received search request; receiving a reply signal via the antenna from the passive key inside the vehicle cabin; and recording in a memory in communication with the ECU an identification of the passive key inside the vehicle cabin in response to the received reply signal. In this method for disabling a passive entry key, the search request can be initiated by an operator at an input device. A passive entry key system is also disclosed. | 06-16-2011 |
20110148573 | PASSIVE ENTRY SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR A VEHICLE - A passive entry system and method for determining the location of a remote transmitter positioned near a vehicle. The system and method may include an irregularly shaped authorization zone. The authorization zone may be formed using as least three LF antennas. Alternatively, at least two antennas may be used to form at least one elliptically shaped authorization zone. A controller may determine the location of the fob when the fob is physically positioned within the authorization zone. | 06-23-2011 |
20110148574 | MOBILE IDENTIFICATION TRANSMITTER OF A SECURITY SYSTEM - The invention relates to a mobile identification transmitter ( | 06-23-2011 |
20110181390 | VEHICLE KEY FOR STORING A VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION - A vehicle key for storing a vehicle identifier with a communication unit and a memory unit, wherein the communication unit is designed to receive the vehicle identifier from a transmitter, and wherein the memory unit is designed to store the received vehicle identifier. | 07-28-2011 |
20110241830 | Portable transmitter - A portable transmitter has an inner cover, an outer cover, outer knobs, a cover, a circuit substrate, etc. The cover has projection parts made of elastic material. Each projection part projects toward a corresponding opening part of the outer cover through a corresponding penetration hole of the inner case. The front end of the projection part is contacted to the corresponding outer knob. The opposite part of the projection part is contacted to a corresponding tact switch formed on the circuit substrate while the projection part is elastically deformed and the inner case accommodates the cover. Each of the outer knobs is placed in the corresponding opening part of the outer case while the outer peripheral part of the outer knob is pushed onto the outer peripheral part of the wall surface of the opening part formed in the outer case by repulsive elastic force applied from the cover. | 10-06-2011 |
20110254660 | INTEGRATED SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING AND REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY - An integrated system and method for tire pressure monitoring and remote keyless entry are applied to a vehicle and an RKE (remote keyless entry) fob ( | 10-20-2011 |
20110254661 | PROGRAMMABLE SECURITY SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROTECTING MERCHANDISE - A programmable security system and method for protecting an item of merchandise includes a programming station, a programmable key and a security system. The programming station generates a security code and communicates the security code to a memory of the programmable key. The programmable key initially communicates the security code to a memory of the security device and subsequently operates the security device upon a matching of the security code in the memory of the security device with the security code in the memory of the programmable key. The programmable key may also transfer power via electrical contacts or inductive transfer from an internal battery to the security device to operate a lock mechanism. The security code may be communicated by wireless infrared (IR) systems, electrical contacts or inductive transfer. A timer inactivates the programmable key and/or the security device after a predetermine period of time. A counter inactivates the programmable key after a predetermined maximum number of activations. | 10-20-2011 |
20110279227 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IDENTIFYING AND COLLECTING BANNED WASTE - Systems and methods for authorizing a waste item to be removed from a site are disclosed. In one embodiment, a waste collection vehicle includes a reader configured to obtain identification information from an identification tag associated with the waste item. A transceiver associated with the vehicle is configured to: receive the identification information from the reader, wirelessly transmit the identification information to a remote computer for processing, and wirelessly receive an indication of whether the waste item should be collected and removed by the waste collection. The received indication is based on at least one hazardous characteristic associated with the identified waste item, a determination that the waste collection vehicle is authorized to collect the waste item having the at least one hazardous characteristic, and a determination that a driver of the waste collection vehicle is authorized to collect the waste item having the at least one hazardous characteristic. | 11-17-2011 |
20110285502 | RFID-Based Data Collection, Correlation And Transmission System, And Method For Collecting Data And Correlating Same To System Participant Identities And Actions Thereof - An RFID-based data collection, correlation and transmission system and method carried out thereby is provided. The system, which comprises one or more RFID-readers, a radio frequency identification (RFID) recognition and control component. a storage device interface, a portable and/or internal data storage device in communication with the storage device interface, one or more antennas, and a configuration and command component, is operable to collect data of interest from detected RFID tags, and detect and identify system participants and data related thereto. In addition, the system is operable to correlate potential data of interest, such as product advertising information, to the detected system participants, and transmit the data of interest to the system participants via numerous methods of communication. Thus, the system provides a means of highly targeted information distribution, as well as providing user reports valuable in future planning. | 11-24-2011 |
20110291797 | BYPASS SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR THE REMOTE START OF A VEHICLE - A bypass module for bypassing an immobilizer of a vehicle. The immobilizer includes a transceiver for transmitting a security information request and receiving security information from a vehicle transponder key. The bypass module includes a first communication interface for interfacing with the immobilizer, a controller for processing the security information request; and a memory for storing the security information. The vehicle immobilizer of the vehicle is bypassed when the bypass module transmits via said first communication interface the security information stored on the memory to the immobilizer in response to the security information request. | 12-01-2011 |
20110291798 | Wireless Encrypted Control of Physical Access Systems - Physical access systems and methods securely grant physical access to restricted areas in high-volume applications. An electronic device, such as a smartphone, stores a digitally signed physical access rights file. An individual uses this rights file to gain access to a restricted area only after self-authenticating to the device. A physical access control system receives the rights file, validates it, and determines whether to permit passage through a physical barrier. The determination may be made by a physical barrier system, or by a remote access control headend. An access control gateway, which may be an access control headend, may either unlock the physical barrier system when the electronic device is near the physical barrier, or it may transmit an authorization code to the electronic device and the physical barrier system, whereby passage is only permitted if the barrier system subsequently receives the authorization code from the electronic device using near field communications. | 12-01-2011 |
20110316667 | MESH NETWORK DOOR LOCK - Systems and methods are disclosed for sending a code from a mesh network key and wirelessly communicating the code with one or more mesh network appliances over a mesh network such as ZigBee; receiving the code over the mesh network by a mesh network lock controller; and providing access to the secured area upon authenticating the code. | 12-29-2011 |
20120019357 | ACCESS CONTROL DEVICE - The invention relates to an access control device, in particular for a switchgear cabinet system, having a central unit, which is designed to receive and evaluate access authorization data stored on personal transponders and to output release signals via a wireless signal transmission link and to release a relevant interlocking unit, and which has an authentication device with a testing stage in which comparison data for testing the received access authorization data for access authorization is present. Increased security is achieved in that, in addition, at least one input station having an input unit is present, which is or can be used to establish a wireless data transmission connection to the central unit for the transmission of input data that is different from the access authorization data, the authentication device is designed to operate in two stages and has a further testing stage, which is designed for the direct or indirect allocation of the input data to the access authorization data and to check agreement between the access authorization data and the input data with regard to the access authorization, and the central unit is designed to output the release signals when the access authorization has been established after checking by means of the further testing stage. | 01-26-2012 |
20120038456 | THEFT PREVENTION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A theft prevention system includes an RFID reader configured to read an RFID tag to authenticate access to a predefined area, a laser scanner configured to scan the predefined area and detect an object in the predefined area, and a security component configured to initiate a security action when the detected object is at least one of an unauthenticated object and an unauthorized object. | 02-16-2012 |
20120068817 | ELECTRONIC LOCK BOX PROXIMITY ACCESS CONTROL - An electronic lock box system includes a wireless portable transponder that communicates with an electronic lock box using a low power radio link. The portable transponder includes: a wide area network radio to communicate to a central clearinghouse computer, a motion sensor to activate its wide area network radio, and a connector to communicate with a secure memory device. The electronic lock box sends a hail message that is intercepted by the portable transponder; the hail message includes identification information. The portable transponder responds with a message that includes a time sensitive encryption key; the lock box authenticates this response message using its own time sensitive encryption key. If the messages are authenticated, the lock box sends an access event record to the portable transponder, and this access event record is stored in the secure memory device. If a wide area network is available, the portable transponder sends the access event record to the central clearinghouse computer. | 03-22-2012 |
20120068818 | ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM - An access control method can include sending an identification code to an access node using a mobile telephone. If the identification code is recognized as valid, an access code is sent from the access node to the mobile telephone and presented on the display of the mobile telephone. The access code is detected using a camera, and if the access code is recognized as valid, the access is granted. | 03-22-2012 |
20120075061 | AUTOMATIC ASSOCIATION OF MEDICAL ELEMENTS - A system and method of associating a plurality of objects is disclosed. A physical space is defined and a real-time locating system (RTLS) is used to determine objects that are within the physical space. The objects determined by the RTLS to be within the physical space are associated. The objects include at least one of a caregiver, a patient, a medical device, a medication, and a medical substance. | 03-29-2012 |
20120075062 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ACCESS TO SECURE RESOURCES - A system and method for accessing secured resources using a portable device. When a user with such a portable device is within close proximity to a locked door or other secured resource, a verification process can be automatically initiated on the device. The user verification could utilize all the input and sensor methods on the device. Once the identification process has successfully completed, an access code can be transmitted to the locked door or device via wired or wireless network. This allows for reduced electronics required at these locked doors and allows for more dynamic security measures. | 03-29-2012 |
20120086549 | FACILITATING ENTRY INTO AN ACCESS-CONTROLLED LOCATION USING A MOBILE COMMUNICATION DEVICE - Systems and methods facilitate entry into an access-controlled location using a mobile communication device. The method comprises receiving at the mobile communication device via a communication network an entry code that facilitates access to the access-controlled location, storing the entry code in a memory associated with the mobile communication device, and, in response to determining that the mobile communication device is within the predetermined distance of the access-controlled location, transmitting the entry code from the mobile communication device to an entry-control computer system, which determines whether the entry code is valid. The method may further comprise receiving at the mobile communication device an indication that the entry code is valid, and, in order to gain entry into the access-controlled location at an entrance to the access-controlled location, providing to the entry-control computer system via the mobile communication device the indication that the entry code is valid. | 04-12-2012 |
20120105195 | WIRELESS TRANSCEIVER WITH RECALL INDICATOR - The invention is a wireless control system and method for wireless control of a remote electronic system from a vehicle. A trainable transceiver is configured to receive a feedback signal from a remote electronic system indicating success or failure of a requested operation. The feedback signal, which may include status information, is stored in memory of the wireless control system for retrieval at a later period. In response to the retrieved feedback signal and status, the control system may recall that status information and/or reissue a wireless control signal to the remote electronic system. | 05-03-2012 |
20120112881 | Electronic component with time-limited use - An electronic device with a limited time of use. The electronic device comprises a physical interface for removable connection to a host device, a processor and a usage time limit module with a counter. When the counter reaches a pre-determined value, the usage time limit module is configured to disable the electronic device, preferably by modifying the hardware of the electronic device, e.g. by disabling a communication line between the processor and the physical interface, which may be effected by blowing a fuse. The usage time limit module is powered by the host device via a power supply from the physical interface. In a preferred embodiment, the electronic device is a storage device. In a further preferred embodiment, the physical interface is a USB interface. | 05-10-2012 |
20120119877 | PROGRAMMABLE ELECTRONIC LOCKBOX SYSTEM - A programmable lock system is provided for access restricting and user tracking. The system includes a lock mechanism, a microcontroller, and an input device for receiving passing information. The microcontroller reads the received passing information and determines whether to unlock the lock mechanism. The system further includes an inlet for receiving an external storage with pre-programmed code. The microcontroller determines whether to access data contained therein based on the pre-programmed code. | 05-17-2012 |
20120126942 | TRAINABLE WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM - The invention relates to a trainable wireless control system ( | 05-24-2012 |
20120139699 | RFID-based electric seal - An electric seal includes a lock member having a compartment and an orifice communicative with each other and having a spring blade, a latch device engaged in the lock member, an antenna device having a segment engaged with the spring blade, a lock shaft engageable through the orifice and into the compartment of the lock member and lockable to the lock member with the latch device, and a circuit board attached to the lock shaft and having an RFID chip coupled to an electric circuit, the electric circuit includes a contact for selectively engaging with the upper segment of the antenna device and for electrically connecting the electric circuit to the antenna device when the lock shaft is engaged into the orifice of the lock member. | 06-07-2012 |
20120139700 | SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND KITS FOR AUTOMATICALLY ACTIVATING A GARAGE DOOR OPENER - Systems, methods, and kits for automatically activating a garage door opener. A garage door opener system is supplemented with motion sensor technology or RFID technology to allow for automatic activation of a garage door opener. An automobile that is moving near or is proximate to a garage associated with at least one garage door opener can cause the garage door opener to be automatically activated to open or close a garage door that is operatively connected to the garage door opener. | 06-07-2012 |
20120139701 | SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND KITS FOR AUTOMATICALLY ACTIVATING A GARAGE DOOR OPENER - Systems, methods, and kits for automatically activating a garage door opener. A garage door opener system is supplemented with motion sensor technology or RFID technology to allow for automatic activation of a garage door opener. An automobile that is moving near or is proximate to a garage associated with at least one garage door opener can cause the garage door opener to be automatically activated to open or close a garage door that is operatively connected to the garage door opener. | 06-07-2012 |
20120139702 | Protection of a Medical Device Against RFID-Associated Electromagnetic Interference Like an Automobile Keyless Entry System Having an RFID Interrogator - A keyless entry system for an automobile is described. The keyless entry system comprises a radio frequency identification (RFID) tag that has been programmed to selectively unlock an automobile when the RFID tag is within a predetermined distance and, optionally, to lock the automobile when the RFID is outside the predetermined distance. An interrogator housed on or within the automobile comprises an actuatable RF signal generator for transmitting an electromagnetic signal and a time-out circuit. Regardless whether the programmed RFID tag is detected, or not, the RF signal generator transmits a first electromagnetic signal having a first limited total continuous transmit time, followed by an interim period of a defined length where the time-out circuit renders the interrogator incapable of transmitting the electromagnetic signal, followed by the RF signal generator transmitting a second electromagnetic signal having a second limited total continuous transmit time. | 06-07-2012 |
20120146765 | SWITCH MODULE AND LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEM COMPRISING THE SWITCH MODULE - A switch module is designed to facilitate user definition of a group of switch modules that control the same lamp. A lamp unit ( | 06-14-2012 |
20120154112 | Integrated On-line Door Control System with Wireless Credential Interface - An access control unit can receive door specifying credentials wirelessly. Received credentials can be processed and a determination made to permit access. The unit can also receive signals from similar units. The received signals can be retransmitted. | 06-21-2012 |
20120154113 | WIRELESS SIGNAL ACCESS APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR REMOTELY CONTROLLING APPLIANCE THROUGH THE SAME - A wireless signal access apparatus receives wireless signals of IEEE 802.11 standard for controlling at least one appliance. The appliance may receive control signals of IEEE 802.15 standard, to be controlled according to the control signals. The wireless signal access apparatus receives the wireless signals having control data to generate the control signal of IEEE 802.15 standard, and send it to the appliance for omnidirectional remote control of the appliance. | 06-21-2012 |
20120169461 | ELECTRONIC PHYSICAL ACCESS CONTROL WITH REMOTE AUTHENTICATION - The system has an authorizing device, such as a cellular telephone, and a mechanism for receiving information related to a particular facility and the user's access rights based on the location of the authorizing device. The authorizing device is placed in proximity to a secured portal. The user is required to authenticate theirself to the authorizing device via biometric and/or a PIN. The authorizing device then sends a signal to a locking device associated with the secured portal. | 07-05-2012 |
20120176219 | ACCESS IDENTIFICATION AND CONTROL DEVICE - An access identification and control device, especially suitable for being used for all those applications wherein the use of an apparatus or a service must be allowed only to the users that have the requirements imposed by the apparatus/service itself or if a check must be carried out on an apparatus or service, including at least one fixed part or reader ( | 07-12-2012 |
20120182122 | DETECTION DEVICE, DETECTION SYSTEM AND DETECTION METHOD OF RADIO WAVE TRANSMITTING/RECEIVING BODY - A detection device that detects existence of a radio wave transmitting/receiving body inside a specific space has a first antenna, a second antenna, a controller that controls a first detection signal and a second detection signal that the first antenna transmits to an inside of the specific space, and a disturbing signal that the second antenna transmits, a third antenna that receives a response signal transmitted to the first detection signal and the second detection signal, which have been received by the radio wave transmitting/receiving body, and a determination unit that determines an existence position of the radio wave transmitting/receiving body, based on the response signal received by the third antenna. | 07-19-2012 |
20120188054 | REMOTE SECURITY ENTRANCE APPLICATION - A security system and method for a restricted entrance such as a vehicle gate is disclosed where requests for entry are issued from a device such as a computer or smartphone and directed to a dispatch operator. The dispatch operator locates the position of the requested entrance and sends a request to a control computer that verifies the user's authority to enter. If the user is authorized for entry, the control computer sends a command to a gate opening device or other mechanical device to open or unlock the gate. The system can also be used with software running in background to automatically send a request for entry when the user is within a predefined distance from the gate using GPS technology or other means. | 07-26-2012 |
20120200390 | System and method to streamline identity verification at airports and beyond - A system and method of performing identity verification based on the use of mobile phones or mobile computing devices in conjunction with a secure identity authority; said method to be used as an alternative to conventional identity verification using paper-based documents such as driver's licenses and passports. The new method improves speed, accuracy, cost, and reliability of identity verification for entities that need to verify identity, as well as convenience for end-users. | 08-09-2012 |
20120218075 | METHODS AND APPARATUS TO CONTROL ACCESS - Methods and apparatus to support personal information management are described. One example method includes receiving personal information of a user from a mobile device through close-proximity communication, wherein the personal information includes government-issued credentials of the user; accessing verification information related to the personal information; and verifying the personal information based on a comparison of the verification information and the personal information. Other implementations are possible. | 08-30-2012 |
20120218076 | WIRELESS CAPABLE SECURITY DOOR ANTENNA - A door security system comprises a door, and a handle assembly attached to the door. The handle assembly includes a lock mechanism, a handle, and an escutcheon. The lock mechanism has an unlocked state and a locked state for securing access to the door, and the handle is rotatably supported by the handle assembly as a means of access through the door when the lock mechanism is in the unlocked state. At least one of the handle and the escutcheon acts as an antenna capable of wirelessly receiving and transmitting radio frequency signals and capable of communicating with the lock mechanism to switch the lock mechanism between the unlocked and locked state. | 08-30-2012 |
20120223809 | TRANSPONDER, METHOD AND READER FOR MONITORING ACCESS TO APPLICATION DATA IN THE TRANSPONDER - A transponder for wirelessly receiving external data and for monitoring access to application data, the transponder including: a data storage storing application data; a data storage control region; and a data storage access controller configured to store, in the data storage control region, data indicative of an access to the application data stored in the data storage, when the application data was accessed based on the external data. Further, a method and a reader for monitoring access to application data stored in a transponder are described. | 09-06-2012 |
20120229253 | AFTERMARKET SOUND ACTIVATED WIRELESS VEHICLE DOOR UNLOCKER - An aftermarket, sound activated, wireless, vehicle door unlocking device comprising a sound sensor, processor, memory, and an RF transmitter, transponder, or transceiver capable of generating an unlocking signal, and method of using the device. The device may be easily installed by unskilled users without modifying the vehicle wires or structure. The operator of the device will program the device with an unlocking sound sequence, and the RF unlocking codes needed to unlock the vehicle door. The device continually monitors the sensor for unlocking sounds, and delivers a door unlocking signal when this sound is detected. Various embodiments, including embedded RF key embodiments, solar powered embodiments, and alternative ways of programming the device are also discussed. | 09-13-2012 |
20120229254 | Field Superposition System and Method Therefor - Wireless communications between a vehicle base station and a transponder are authenticated. Interior and exterior antennas are respectively driven using first driving currents, the interior antenna being separated from the transponder by a portion of a vehicle in which the vehicle base station resides. Separate vector components of the respective fields emitted by the interior and exterior antennas are received and detected at the transponder. Superposition factors are calculated for the interior and exterior antennas based upon the separate vector components. Each of the interior and exterior antennas is concurrently driven using the same phase, respectively using the driving currents multiplied by the superposition factors. Superposed vector components are detected for a superposed signal including signals from both antennas received at the transponder. The transponder is authenticated based on the detected superposed vector components for the superposed signal being within a noise-based range of the sum of the separate vector components for each of the interior and exterior antennas as multiplied respectively by the superposition factors for the interior and exterior antennas. | 09-13-2012 |
20120235787 | METHOD AND NEAR FIELD COMMUNICATION DEVICE AND CORRESPONDING COMPUTER PROGRAMME - A method and apparatus are provided for near field communication, which implement at least one communication reader configured to exchange data with at least one nomadic object. The method includes detecting a presence in the vicinity of the communication reader, delivering activation information, when a presence is detected, activating the power supply of the communication reader, upon reception of the activation information, and authorizing a self-service access according to at least one of said data exchanged. | 09-20-2012 |
20120262272 | MONITORING UNIT CONFIGURATION MANAGEMENT - A monitoring device in accordance with the disclosure stores a serial number list in non-volatile memory, the serial number list including data indicative of at least one valid serial number associated with one or more key fobs permitted to interact with the monitoring device. The monitoring device is configured to receive a wakeup signal via a key fob interface configured to communicate with a key fob. The monitoring device reads a serial number from a key fob via the key fob interface and searches the stored serial number list for data indicative of a valid serial number matching the serial number read via the key fob interface. The monitoring device reads action data from the key fob via the key fob interface, the action data being indicative of an action to be taken by the monitoring device. The monitoring device, in response to the read serial number matching a valid serial number of the stored serial number list, takes an action based on the action data. | 10-18-2012 |
20120268242 | VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM AND METHOD OF OPERATION BASED ON A NOMADIC DEVICE LOCATION - A vehicle security system for a vehicle equipped with a passive keyless entry/passive start (PEPS) security system including a nomadic device configured to determine a present location of the nomadic device (e.g. key fob, smart phone), and a controller configured to control a security-status based on the present location. The controller determines the security status based on the proximity of the nomadic device in order to thwart theft of the vehicle using a relay attack. | 10-25-2012 |
20120268243 | DISTRIBUTION OF PREMISES ACCESS INFORMATION - Premises access information can be distributed using a system having a ticket server coupled to a remotely located premises server. The ticket server receives a ticket request from a host device. After interacting with the premises server, the ticket server sends access-related information to a visitor device. The visitor device can later use the access-related information to gain access to a premises. | 10-25-2012 |
20120274443 | SAMPLE MEASURING DEVICE AND SAMPLE MEASURING SYSTEM - A sample measuring device according to the present invention includes a measuring unit for performing measurement with respect to a particular component contained in a sample, a measurement data storage unit for storing measurement data obtained by the measuring unit, a display unit for displaying the measurement data, a sensor strip detector for detecting insertion and removal of a sensor strip to which the sample is applied, and a first data transmitter/receiver for transmitting the measurement data via wireless communication. The first data transmitter/receiver performs initial authentication process for wireless communication after insertion of the sensor strip is detected by the sensor strip detector. | 11-01-2012 |
20120280788 | COMMUNICATIONS APPARATUS AND METHOD THEREFOR - Wireless communications between a vehicle base station and a transponder are effected. In accordance with one or more example embodiments, a modulation circuit and a first capacitor electrode are used to establish a capacitive electric field between the first capacitor electrode and another capacitor electrode, the respective electrodes and space therebetween (e.g., air) forming a capacitor. A pulsed wake-up signal is communicated between a base station and a remote transponder via the electric field, to activate a circuit in the remote transponder. A wake-up response signal (i.e., generated in response to the wake-up signal) is communicated between the remote transponder and the base station over a wireless channel. An authentication signal is then communicated between the base station and the remote transponder, via the electric field, in response to the wake-up response signal. An authentication response signal is then communicated between the remote transponder and the base station over a wireless channel. | 11-08-2012 |
20120280789 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING A LOCKING MECHANISM USING A PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE - Systems and methods are provided for operating a remotely operable lock. In an example embodiment, a method comprises receiving credentials at a web service from a portable electronic device, authenticating the credentials, and based on a successful authentication, issuing a command for receipt by the lock from the web service or the portable electronic device. | 11-08-2012 |
20120280790 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING A LOCKING MECHANISM USING A PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE - Systems and methods are provided for operating a remotely operable lock. In an example embodiment, a method comprises authenticating, at a web service, credentials received from a portable electronic device, detecting the proximity of the portable electronic device to the lock, and issuing a command for receipt by the lock from the web service or portable electronic device. | 11-08-2012 |
20120286926 | WIRELESS KEY SYSTEM AND KEY LOCATION DETERMINATION METHOD - A wireless key system and location detection method determine whether a wireless key is located inside or outside a main body. A communication device in the main body transmits a wireless signal using an inner antenna and an outer antenna outside the main body having a different directivity. A wireless key measures direction of movement of the wireless key when the wireless signal is received by one of antennas having different directivities, detects one of the antennas receiving the highest signal level of the wireless signal as a first antenna, selects one of the antennas having the same directivity as the inner antenna as a second antenna according to the measured direction of movement and detected directivity of the antenna, and decides that the wireless key is inside the main body based on the signal levels of the wireless signals received by the first and second antennas. | 11-15-2012 |
20120286927 | Wake Channel Indication for Passive Entry System - A passive entry system receives an electromagnetic interrogation signal transmitted from an interrogation antenna to a remote transponder, wherein the interrogation signal includes a wakeup pattern data sequence. A plurality of channel signals is generated within the transponder from a corresponding plurality of antennas in response to the electromagnetic interrogation signal. Bit detection is performed on each of the plurality of channel signals to detect the wakeup pattern sequence. A received signal strength indicator (RSSI) of the interrogation signal is determined using the plurality of channel signals, wherein only channel signals on which a valid wakeup pattern sequence is detected are used for determining the RSSI. A wakeup signal is asserted to wake up a processing module in the remote transponder only when the wakeup pattern sequence is detected on at least one of the plurality of channel signals. | 11-15-2012 |
20120286928 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MOBILE AUTHORIZATIONS - A mobile device may receive security credentials from a contactless device via a contactless communication channel to authorize functions that may be performed by the mobile device. For example, purchase transactions may be authorized to be completed by a mobile device after payment information communicated from a physical payment card to the mobile device is confirmed to match at least a portion of payment information stored within a memory of the mobile device. A mobile device may forward the security credentials to a network entity for remote authorization of a requested function. | 11-15-2012 |
20120293302 | IN-VEHICLE APPARATUS CONTROL SYSTEM - An onboard apparatus control system is disclosed. The onboard apparatus control system includes a portable apparatus and an in-vehicle apparatus which controls an onboard apparatus according to position of the portable apparatus. From multiple transmitting antennae, the in-vehicle apparatus transmits pulse pattern signals with different transmission frequencies at an overlapping timing, so that the pulse pattern signals are radio waves whose intensities are changed stepwise according to different patterns. The portable apparatus receives the radio waves transmitted from the multiple transmitting antennae. The position of the portable apparatus with respect to the vehicle is determined based on a combined pattern of the received pulse pattern signals, which a receiving unit is to receive at location with respect to the vehicle. | 11-22-2012 |
20120313750 | Security System, Modules and Method of Operation Thereof - The present invention is concerned with a security system. The system may comprise at least a first handheld device, a second handheld device, a first secure entity, and a second secure entity. The first handheld device and the first secure entity are electronically pre-registered with each other, the first handheld device and the second secure entity are electronically pre-registered with each other, the second handheld device and the first secure entity are electronically pre-registered with each other, and the second handheld device and the second secure entity are electronically pre-registered with each other, with pre-registration of each respective handheld device and secure entity pair establishing a unique channel for the respective handheld device and secure entity pair. | 12-13-2012 |
20120313751 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR INDIVIDUALLY PROVIDING A FUNCTION TO A USER - A system and method are provided for user-specific provision of at least one function to a user that has a mobile unit storing user data of the user, wherein the user data is transmitted via a background system to a controllable device that provides the functions to the particular user individually according to the transmitted user data of the user. The device may be suitable for a wide variety of application areas, in particular for vehicle units, production devices, media playback devices and devices that are made available to the user by a third party, for example, a rental car agency. The functions can be provided in a manner familiar to the user by a device made available to the user by a third party. | 12-13-2012 |
20130043974 | Systematic distillation of status data relating to regimen compliance - Configuration technologies for cost-effectively monitoring indicia of regimen compliance or noncompliance in response to one or more indications of symptoms or actions or other data on data-bearing media or in wireless transmissions, such as implementing techniques for providing or preventing access or otherwise acting on or communicating incremental or definitive indicia of compliance or noncompliance. | 02-21-2013 |
20130069760 | METHOD TO INCREASE ACCURACY OF LOCATING UNIT IN WIRELESS VEHICLE SYSTEM - A wireless unit for a wireless vehicle system includes a receiver for receiving a vehicle-originating signal, a transmitter for transmitting a reply signal, a received signal strength indicator (RSSI) for determining a received signal strength of the vehicle-originating signal, a memory for storing sensitivity data, and a control unit in electrical communication with the receiver, the transmitter, the RSSI and the memory. The receiver has a sensitivity, and the memory is for storing sensitivity data corresponding to the sensitivity of the receiver. The control unit is configured to communicate with the transmitter to direct the transmitter to transmit the reply signal. The reply signal includes received signal strength data used for determining a distance between the wireless unit and an associated vehicle-side transmitter on an associated vehicle. The received signal strength data is based on the received signal strength and the sensitivity data. | 03-21-2013 |
20130082820 | UNATTENDED FLEET VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM AND METHOD - A communication system and method to allow authorized access to a vehicle. The system communicates with an internet server and a mobile communication device such as a smart phone or RFID transponder to determine if a person attempting to access the vehicle is authorized. The system includes an in-vehicle security module configured to be installed on the vehicle and to receive an authorization signal from the internet server. The in-vehicle security module includes a keyless entry transmitter configured to communicate with a keyless entry system of the vehicle effective to allow access to the vehicle if the authorization signal is received. By using a keyless entry transmitter to operate the vehicle's security system, the communication system is easy to install as opposed to systems that require a wired interface with the vehicle. Such a system is useful for unattended operation of vehicle rental fleets or employee vehicle fleets. | 04-04-2013 |
20130088325 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR USER AUTHENTICATION IN IN-HOME DISPLAY - A system for authenticating a user of an in-home display (IHD) and an authentication method are provided. A user of an IHD is authenticated by using a mobile terminal including an authentication application. The authentication system receive authentication request data from the mobile terminal and allows the IHD to display a message in relation to user confirmation, and when certain requirements are met, the authentication system performs user authentication to permit a user to use the IHD. | 04-11-2013 |
20130099892 | ACCESSING A VEHICLE USING PORTABLE DEVICES - A primary portable device can access a vehicle by transmitting an activation message including a vehicle access credential to the vehicle. The primary portable device can additionally enable a secondary portable device to access the vehicle by transmitting the vehicle access credential to the secondary portable device. The connections between the primary portable device, secondary portable device, and vehicle can be based on a short-range wireless protocol, such as Bluetooth or Bluetooth LE. | 04-25-2013 |
20130099893 | LOCK CONTROL SYSTEM USING RFID - A lock control system includes a detection unit positioned proximate to a lock, an RFID device neighboring at least one RFID antenna, and an RFID reading system detecting identifying information of the RFID device when the detection unit detects an event. The system also includes at least one microcontroller that determines, based on the identifying information, whether to grant the RFID device access to an area secured by the lock and instructs an actuator to unlock the lock when the RFID device is granted access. | 04-25-2013 |
20130120111 | KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF - A keyless entry system comprises a resonant unit, a control unit and a portable device. The resonant unit is disposed to at least one door and generates a sensing signal when sensing a user approaching or touching the door. The control unit receives the sensing signal and controls the resonant unit to transmit a first authentication signal. The portable device receives the first authentication signal and transmits a second authentication signal according to the first authentication signal. The control unit receives the second authentication signal and controls the door according to the second authentication signal. | 05-16-2013 |
20130127593 | Method of distributing stand-alone locks - An authentication server for a wireless lock system comprising a wireless lock and a key device is configured to receive and authenticate a validation message. The validation message is created at the wireless lock from a secret key contained in the wireless lock. The authentication server receives the validation message from the key device, receives a certificate of ownership provided by the user, and authenticates the validation message and key device using copies each stored in a database of the authentication server. The authentication is configured to associate the user with the lock ID upon successfully authenticating the validation message, thereby enabling the authorizations server to provide the user with digital credentials to open the lock. | 05-23-2013 |
20130141212 | VEHICLE ACCESS - A case for a mobile telephone or other nomadic device, the case comprising communication means for wirelessly communicating with a security and/or access system of a vehicle or property. The communication means may be embedded within the material forming the case or may be retained in a slot or recess within the case. The communication means comprises means arranged to transmit control or operation commands to the vehicle or property so as to operate or control one or more functions or devices. The case may comprise one or more buttons or switches configured to be actuated by the user to transmit said commands. A mobile telephone or other nomadic device having such a case. A vehicle adapted to work with a mobile telephone or a case as described hereinbefore. | 06-06-2013 |
20130147599 | WIRELESS CONTROL OF EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION DEVICES - A system for controlling devices in an emergency system, the system having one or more emergency notification devices and a control device. The emergency notification devices have one or more outputs and are capable of using the one or more outputs for both emergency notification and non-emergency purposes. The control device is used for controlling the outputs of the emergency notification devices, and is wirelessly coupled to the emergency notification devices. | 06-13-2013 |
20130154794 | ACCESS KEY FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE WITH NEAR-FIELD COMMUNICATION EXCHANGE CAPABILITY - The invention relates to an access key ( | 06-20-2013 |
20130162395 | Transponder - A transponder is disclosed to receive a wireless electromagnetic query signal and transmit a corresponding wireless electromagnetic response signal. The transponder comprises a first coil and at least one further coil that function as antennas to receive the wireless electromagnetic query signal and generate separate wired electrical incoming signals. An axis of the first coil and an axis of the at least one further coil are differently aligned in space, and each coil is associated with at least one means for limiting the voltage of the respective incoming signal. The separate wired electrical incoming signals are rectified and converted to current signals. The peak values of the current signals are detected and compared, such that a control signal is generated to identify one coil between the first coil and the at least one further coil that has a larger peak value of current. | 06-27-2013 |
20130176107 | WIRELESS ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM AND RELATED METHODS - A wireless access control system includes a remote access device and an electronic lock. The electronic lock communicates with the remote access device. The electronic lock controls the ability to lock and unlock a door in which the electronic lock is disposed. The electronic lock determines when the remote access device is at a distance less than or equal to a predetermined distance from the lock to enable the lock to be unlocked. | 07-11-2013 |
20130187755 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MANAGING SHOPPING CART AND OTHER WHEELED CONVEYANCE ASSETS - The inventive subject matter relates to systems and methods relating to managing shopping cart and other wheeled conveyance assets of an enterprise. More particularly, one aspect of the inventive subject matter relates to using radio frequency identification (RFID) tags and control units to track, manage, and maintain shopping cart and other wheeled conveyance assets of a enterprise, in order to immobilize such wheeled conveyance if an unauthorized attempt is made to move it outside a prescribed use area into a restricted area. In a further aspect of the inventive subject matter, said systems and methods permit authorized uses of such assets to take them into a restricted area. | 07-25-2013 |
20130187756 | ELECTRONIC KEY LOCKOUT CONTROL IN LOCKBOX SYSTEM - An electronic lockbox system includes a wireless portable transponder that communicates with an electronic lockbox using a low power radio link. The portable transponder includes: a wide area network radio to communicate to a central clearinghouse computer, a motion sensor to activate its wide area network radio, and a connector to communicate with a secure memory device. The electronic lockbox sends a hail message that is intercepted by the portable transponder; the hail message includes identification information. The portable transponder responds with a message that includes a time sensitive encryption key; the lockbox authenticates this response message using its own time sensitive encryption key. If an electronic key is used to access the lockbox, the improved system effectively disables the electronic key during a showing, so that the electronic key cannot be used to access another lockbox until the correct dwelling key has been placed back into the lockbox. | 07-25-2013 |
20130194068 | METHOD FOR PROVIDING WIRELESS VEHICLE ACCESS - To provide motor vehicle access, a connection is set up between an ID signal generator assigned to the vehicle and a wireless communication device. A first identification code, stored in the ID signal generator, is transmitted to the communication device. A connection is set up between the communication device and a service provider via a public communication network. The identification code is sent together with a second identification code which identifies the wireless communication device. A multi-part authorization message is generated by the service provider. Parts of the authorization message are sent to the communication device and parts transmitted to a control device in the vehicle. Access authorization of the communication device is checked on the basis of the part of the authorization message from the vehicle and the part from the communication device, via a connection between the communication device and the control device of the vehicle. | 08-01-2013 |
20130207777 | EMULATED RADIO FREQUENCY IDENTIFICATION - A mobile communication device is equipped with hardware and/or software components to enable the device to output a data in a form of a radio frequency signal, emulating outputting of the data by either an active or a passive RFID transponder. The data may be a security key or an identifier. Emulation of an active RFID transponder includes facilitating selection of the data and instruction to output by a user. Emulation of a passive RFID transponder includes detecting for proximal presence of a RFID reader. Either case, provision of the data to the mobile communication device may include provision of associated signal attribute(s). | 08-15-2013 |
20130207778 | ACCESSORY FOR A MOBILE DEVICE - A mobile device includes an accessory. The accessory may include two communication modules. The accessory is configured to receive data from the mobile device wirelessly. The accessory is configured to store the data. The accessory is configured to transmit at least a portion of the data to a reader device. | 08-15-2013 |
20130214900 | SYSTEM AND METHOD TO ENABLE PASSIVE ENTRY - A passive entry system is disclosed. The system comprises an unlocking module that performs a key operation in a keyless environment and a plurality of fobs configured to trigger the unlocking module to perform the key operation. each fob has a unique value associated thereto. The unlocking module determines a range of identification values, generates an authentication request packet based on the range, of identification values, and broadcasts the request packet. Each fob receives the request packet; and determines whether the unique identification value of the corresponding fob falls within the range of identification values. The fob also generates a response packet if the unique identification value falls within the range of identification values and transmits the response packet to the unlocking module. The unlocking module receives the response packets from the fobs, and performs the key operation based on one of the received response packets. | 08-22-2013 |
20130214901 | SYSTEM, STATION AND METHOD FOR MUSTERING - Mustering of persons from a building in an emergency situation is made possible by tagging mustering stations with unpowered, unique tokens which can be read by a user's personal mobile electronic device. The user's device transmits both mustering station identity and user identification to a remote server, where, upon successful validation, the user is removed from a list of persons to be mustered. The system may be part of a physical access security system for the building, in which single-use digital tokens as well as traditional cards may be used to open the doors. The permissions relating to doors or other physical assets may also be used to grant access to logical assets within the building. | 08-22-2013 |
20130214902 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR NETWORKS USING TOKEN BASED LOCATION - Devices are operated dependent on a user's location being confirmed as in the vicinity of an unpowered token, such as an NFC chip or QR code. The tokens may be attached to the devices which will only operate if triggered by a user scanning the corresponding token with a personal mobile device. In other cases, the scanning of a token may cause a remote server to perform an action that depends on the user being in proximity to the token. | 08-22-2013 |
20130214903 | SAFETY LOCKOUT SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A lockout-tagout system for use with at least one securing item may include at least one lock for locking the securing item in place. The lockout-tagout system may further include at least one lockout tag on or near the securing item or lock. The lockout tag may have a wireless identification device. The lockout-tagout system may further include a reader configured to read the wireless identification device. | 08-22-2013 |
20130214904 | FLUID DELIVERY CONTROL NOZZLE - A fluid delivery nozzle for wireless communication to either an active or a passive device located on a vehicle and for wireless communication from the fluid delivery nozzle to a central location for storage of vehicle data. Upon initiation of a fluid delivery transaction, a communication link is established between a vehicle communication device and the central location and between a fluid container of the vehicle and the fluid delivery nozzle. The information received from the vehicle and container is relayed to the central location to authorize delivery of a fluid to the vehicle. Information is also transferred from the central location back and forth to the fluid delivery nozzle to update and store information regarding the fluid delivery transaction. | 08-22-2013 |
20130222110 | LOCK DEVICES, SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Disclosed are various embodiments of lock devices, systems, and methods. A lock of the application can include an internal mechanism to permit backdriven operation and lost motion operation. In one form the lock can be made from an assembly of parts that have locating features that require one way installation/assembly. The lock can include an internal power source capable of driving electronics used to determine handedness of a door. | 08-29-2013 |
20130234827 | COMMUNICATION SYSTEM AND PORTABLE MACHINE - A communication system includes a portable machine having an identification code registered in a controlled object, the portable machine being capable of conducting wireless communications with the controlled object, and a portable terminal being capable of conducting noncontact wireless communications with the portable machine, wherein after noncontact wireless communications start between the portable machine and the portable terminal, the noncontact wireless communications are inhibited when a predetermined condition is satisfied, and then do not resume unless a specified instruction is given. | 09-12-2013 |
20130249670 | DOOR LOCK SYSTEM - Provided is a door lock system, which can control a door lock using a user's own terminal without regard to kinds of the user's terminal and mobile service providers that the user's terminal has been registered. The door lock system includes: an entrance door provided at one side of a building; a door lock provided at one side of the entrance door for controlling opening and closing of the entrance door; and a terminal for providing a communication signal to the door lock through communication with the door lock. | 09-26-2013 |
20130257589 | ACCESS CONTROL USING AN ELECTRONIC LOCK EMPLOYING SHORT RANGE COMMUNICATION WITH MOBILE DEVICE - Systems and methods for obtaining access to an area or an object secured by an electronic locking device. The methods involve: obtaining, by a Mobile Communication Device (“MCD”), a unique identifier associated with the Electronic Locking Device (“ELD”)via a first Short Range Communication (“SRC”); communicating the unique identifier from MCD to a Remote Communication Device (“RCD”) via a network connection; receiving at least one symbol associated with the unique identifier that facilitates unlocking of ELD from RCD via the network connection; and causing ELD to be unlocked by communicating a key from MCD to ELD via a second SRC. | 10-03-2013 |
20130278381 | REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY TRANSMITTER - A remote wireless keyless entry transmitter includes a communications interface for connecting the transmitter directly to an in-vehicle network for registering the transmitter with the vehicle access system. The interface is further connectable to a personal computer to load a set of control codes and programming codes corresponding to a vehicle. The transmitter is programmable to operate multiple functions for multiple vehicles, separately or simultaneously. The transmitter can include a transponder circuit, a display, an accelerometer and a key coupler. A wireless transponder is operationally associated with a vehicle security system by physically connecting the transponder to a vehicle data port with a temporary data link and transferring data between the security system and the transponder over the data link to enable subsequent wireless operation of the security system with the transponder. The transmitter can include an audible signal generator and be programmable to respond to a pager signal. | 10-24-2013 |
20130285793 | ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR OPERATING SAID SYSTEM - A system uses a mobile unit to control access to physical spaces with electrical locking devices. An authority means connected to the mobile unit issues authorizing data (AD) access rights, which are sent to an authorization means connected to the authority means, generate a mobile unit alpha-numerical key and send the key and the mobile unit's unique identifier to an operator connected to the authorization means. The operator sends the alpha-numerical key to the mobile unit identified by the unique identifier. An electrical locking device and the mobile unit use an authentication protocol with the alpha-numerical key to authenticate the mobile unit, which, when authenticated, sends the authorizing data (AD) to the electrical locking device. If the authorizing data (AD) comprises an identifier of the electrical locking device, the mobile unit can open the electrical locking device using a communication means in the mobile unit for near field communication. | 10-31-2013 |
20130293348 | LOCK SYSTEM, IN PARTICULAR FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE - A lock system including a first device which has at least two states and is embodied as a control device, and an associated second device which is embodied in the manner of an electronic key, an ID signal generator, a chip card or the like. The two devices have transmitters and/or receivers for, in particular, electromagnetic signals. In particular, at least one of the signals transmitted between the second device and the first device is an encoded operating signal for authenticating the second device, with the result that after positive evaluation of the transmitted operating signal in the case of an authorized second device it is possible to bring about a change in the state of the first device. | 11-07-2013 |
20130293349 | USER/VEHICLE-ID FOR ASSOCIATING ACCESS RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES - The present application relates to a user/vehicle-identification (ID) by which access rights privileges and or user settings can be associated to a specific user assigned to a specific vehicle (e.g. driver). In particular, the application relates to using a user/vehicle-ID stored in a car key remote control for associating access rights privileges and or user settings which have a relation to the vehicle, identified by the vehicle ID, to the user of the car key remote control. A system for authentication of a user of a vehicle ( | 11-07-2013 |
20130307669 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PAIRING A WIRELESS TRANSCEIVER UNIT FOR SANITARY WARE - Systems and methods for pairing a wireless transceiver unit for sanitary ware are provided. An exemplary pairing method includes emitting a pairing instruction signal from a wireless sender of the wireless transceiver unit, receiving the emitted pairing instruction signal at one or more wireless receivers, and detecting a signal intensity of the pairing instruction signal received at each of the one or more wireless receivers. The method further includes returning a pairing response from each of the one or more wireless receivers to the wireless sender. The pairing response includes an ID of the wireless receiver and an indication of the signal intensity detected at the wireless receiver. The method further includes selecting the pairing response indicating the highest detected signal intensity and storing the ID of the wireless receiver included in the selected pairing response. | 11-21-2013 |
20130321126 | WIRELESS DEVICE, INFORMATION PROVIDING APPARATUS AND WIRELESS COMMUNICATION METHOD - A wireless device has a first information acquisition part to acquire first information when a first gate is passed through, a second information generator to generate second information by using the first information, a third information acquisition part to acquire third information by a wireless communication using the second information and invalidate the third information after a predetermined time period is elapsed since the third information is acquired, and a service executing part to execute a service by using the third information. An area capable of acquiring the third information by the third information acquisition part is broader than an area capable of acquiring the first information by the first information acquisition part. | 12-05-2013 |
20130328662 | MOTION BASED SERVICE PROVISION - In one example embodiment, an apparatus includes a reader configured to read motion information, received from an end device, regarding a motion that was enacted by a user relative to the end device; a request generator configured to generate a service request that includes an identifier of the apparatus and the read motion information; a transmitter configured to transmit, to a service provider, the service request; and a receiver configured to receive, from the service provider, an expression of a service that is associated with the identifier of the apparatus and the read motion information. | 12-12-2013 |
20130335193 | ELECTRONIC WIRELESS LOCK - An electronic lock device may grant a wireless-communication device permission to join a secure wireless connection with the electronic lock via a local wireless-communication network. If the wireless-communication device includes an electronic lock management application, the electronic lock device may switch the state of the lock mechanism to the unlocked state in response to joining the secure wireless connection with the first wireless-communication device and receiving a valid security code from the electronic lock management application. If the first wireless-communication device does not include the electronic lock management application, the electronic lock device may automatically switch the state of the lock mechanism to the unlocked state in response to joining the secure wireless connection with the first wireless-communication device. | 12-19-2013 |
20140002239 | TRACKING AND CONTROL OF PERSONAL EFFECTS | 01-02-2014 |
20140009263 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING AN IN-VEHICLE TRANSMITTER HAVING MULTI-COLORED LED - A wireless control system for wireless control of a remote electronic system is configured to provide information to a user using a multi-colored LED. The system includes a transmitter circuit configured to transmit a wireless control signal having control data which will control the remote electronic system, a multi-colored light emitting diode display configured to provide an indication of a state of the wireless control system, and a control circuit coupled to the trainable transmitter circuit configured to transmit the wireless control signal through the trainable transmitter circuit based on the state of the wireless control system. | 01-09-2014 |
20140022052 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING AUTOMATIC OPENING OF TRUNK - Provided are an apparatus and method for controlling automatic opening of a vehicle's trunk through wireless communication between a fob key for the vehicle and a bumper LF antenna disposed in the rear of the vehicle. The apparatus controls the trunk so as to be automatically opened through communication with the bumper LF antenna on the basis of the position of the fob key and the number of receptions of an RF signal, when a fob key holder approaches the trunk for opening the trunk. Alternatively, a sensor module is attached near the trunk (particularly, a lower end center of a rear bumper) and determines whether there is the fob key, thereby allowing the trunk to be automatically opened when a sensing signal is inputted by simple movement. | 01-23-2014 |
20140022053 | LOCK DEVICE - In transponder communication (near field wireless communication), an electronic key uses drive radio waves as a power source and thereby does not need to be supplied with power from a key battery. To establish transponder communication, the distance between the electronic key and the vehicle has to be shorter than that for smart communication. However, transponder communication can be performed to switch a plug lock device between a lock state and an unlock state when a smart system cannot perform smart communication that switches the lock device between different states. | 01-23-2014 |
20140022054 | LOCK ACTUATING DEVICE AND AN ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM - A lock actuating device is presented for mounting to a door leaf of a door. The lock actuating device has a transceiver capable of interaction with a wireless key device in the form of a mobile telecommunication terminal by short-range wireless data communication. A controller of the lock actuating device is coupled to the transceiver and capable of generating a control signal. A lock actuator has an electric motor and is adapted for actuation of an internal lock mechanism of a lock inside the door leaf upon receipt of the control signal from the controller. A local battery power unit serves as a sole power source for powering the lock actuating device. | 01-23-2014 |
20140028440 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR AUTOMOTIVE PROXIMITY DETECTION AND CONTROL - A method of proximity control for a vehicle comprises determining, by a proximity determination system, whether a user is located within a predetermined distance from the vehicle; and communicating, by a mobile device and/or internet-based device, with the vehicle to gain access to the vehicle based on the proximity determination result. | 01-30-2014 |
20140035722 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING ELECTRONICALLY OPERABLE ACCESS DEVICES USING WI-FI AND RADIO FREQUENCY TECHNOLOGY - Systems and methods are disclosed for controlling access devices including WI-FI and dual radio communications between an access control database and one or more access devices in a facility. The systems and methods allow real time communications between the database and the access devices utilizing existing communications WI-FI infrastructure in the facility while minimizing loss of battery life of the access devices by employing the radio network to target all or a portion of the access devices for communications when needed. | 02-06-2014 |
20140049367 | AUTOMATIC UNLOCK DEVICE AND METHOD - A method is provided for operating an electronic lock system having a long range capability and a close proximity range capability, including identifying via the long range capability an initial contact between an electronic lock and a credential, authenticating the credential via the electronic lock, and unlocking the electronic lock when the authenticated credential is sensed via the close proximity range capability. An electronic lock system is also provided which includes a credential, an electronic lock configured to communicate with the credential and having a long range capability and a close proximity range capability. The long range capability identifies initial communication between the electronic lock and the credential, the electronic lock authenticates the identified credential, and the electronic lock unlocks when the authenticated credential is sensed via the close proximity range capability. | 02-20-2014 |
20140049368 | REMOTE NOTIFICATION OF PHONE FOR HOME SECURITY - A lock system is provided with a lock and a wireless device. The lock may be capable of sending and receiving Bluetooth messages to and from the wireless device, and the wireless device may be capable of sending and receiving Bluetooth messages to and from the lock. | 02-20-2014 |
20140049369 | USAGE OF GPS ON DOOR SECURITY - A lock system including an electronic lock and a wireless device having a location determining utility configured to determine a location of the wireless device. The electronic lock and the wireless device communicate wirelessly with one another and send commands to and from one another to perform a specific task when the wireless device is within a specified range of the electronic lock. The location of the wireless device and a speed of the wireless device may be used to calculate an estimated arrival of the wireless device at the electronic lock, and the specific task may be performed substantially at the estimated arrival. | 02-20-2014 |
20140049370 | WIRELESS ACCESS CONTROL FOR ELECTRONIC LOCK - A wireless access control system is provided including an electronic lock, a wireless transport device configured for wireless communication with a network and with the electronic lock and having access privilege to the electronic lock, and wherein the wireless transport device is configured to wirelessly receive data from the network, to wirelessly deliver the data to the electronic lock, and to verify to the network that the data has been successfully transferred to the electronic lock. In one embodiment, the wireless transport device is a cellular phone. A method is also provided including transporting data wirelessly from a network to a plurality of cellular phones having access privileges to an electronic lock, and delivering the data to the electronic lock wirelessly using at least one of the cellular phones. | 02-20-2014 |
20140049371 | Door Control System Provided with Door Phone Device Addressing and Door Control Service and Controller, Door Phone Device and Communication Platform - A door control system provided with door phone device addressing and door control service and a controller, a door phone device and a communication platform. The communication platform provides link between the controller and the door phone device. The communication platform, after allowing the controller to log in, stores controller identification information; or, the communication platform, after allowing the door phone device to log in, stores door phone device identification information; for the door phone device logged in to the communication platform to link with the controller to be searched by the IP connection method of the controller identification information, or for the controller logged in to the communication platform to link with the door phone device to be searched by the IP connection method of the door phone device identification information. | 02-20-2014 |
20140055236 | METHOD FOR ACTUATING A FUNCTION OF A VEHICLE FROM A LARGE DISTANCE - A method for activating a function of a vehicle, which is associated with a key which wirelessly interchanges data with the vehicle, is carried out with the aid of a telecommunications device which is different from the key. However, the telecommunications device attempts to communicate with the key in order to make the method safe. During communication with the key, an item of information is obtained and is compared with an item of comparative information. | 02-27-2014 |
20140062654 | SENSING EXPOSURE TO ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS - A method of sensing exposure to one or more of a plurality of environmental factors includes exposing a code circuit to at least some of the environmental factors, the code circuit disposed over a substrate and including a plurality of electrically-connected sensor patches, each sensor patch susceptible to one of the environmental factors, wherein the code circuit has an electrical state. An electrical excitation signal is passed through the code circuit, and a corresponding received electrical signal detected, using a transceiver formed on a transceiver substrate separate from and disposed over the substrate, wherein the transceiver includes a controller and the received electrical signal depends on the excitation signal and the electrical state of the code circuit. Using the controller, the received electrical signal or a representation thereof is automatically stored in a memory. The checking and storing steps are automatically repeated after one or more selected time intervals. | 03-06-2014 |
20140062655 | ELECTRONIC VEHICLE KEY - An electronic vehicle key is provided. The electronic vehicle key includes a battery and a controller receptive to electrical power from the battery. The electronic vehicle key further includes a connecting circuit receptive to electrical power from a vehicle. The electronic vehicle key still further includes an interface circuit that is configured to provide an electrical connection between the connecting circuit and the controller, at least when the battery is ineffective for electrically powering the controller. | 03-06-2014 |
20140062656 | Electronic Locking System with Wireless Update and Cascade Lock Control - A wireless access control system comprising a central access control system connected through a wireless network to a remote access control system comprised of a plurality of localized remote access controllers (locking mechanisms). The plurality of remote access controllers will generally be used to lock parts of a facility, whether physical facilities, parts thereof or mobile components within the facilities, and will allow for a supervisory function to determine which users of the system are allowed to access which resources within a facility. Also disclosed herein is an interlinked cascade lock system coupled to a central access control system that is comprised of at least two levels of security. | 03-06-2014 |
20140070919 | User Identification and Location Determination in Control Applications - A system in which a portable electronic device communicates with an external device to determine a location. Upon determining its location, the portable electronic device transmits this information as well as identifying information to a control processor. The control processor controls one or more controllable devices according to the location and identifying information. The portable electronic device may determine the location via NFC tag or via one or more RF beacons transmitting information according to the Bluetooth 4.0 protocol. | 03-13-2014 |
20140077929 | WIRELESS ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM AND RELATED METHODS - A wireless access control system includes a remote access device and an electronic lock. The electronic lock communicates with the remote access device. The electronic lock controls the ability to lock and unlock a door in which the electronic lock is disposed. The electronic lock determines when the remote access device is at a distance less than or equal to a predetermined distance from the lock to enable the lock to be unlocked. | 03-20-2014 |
20140091906 | VEHICLE REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD - A vehicle remote control system and method are capable of remotely controlling opening and closing a door and/or a trunk of a vehicle. In particular, the method of remotely controlling a vehicle utilizes a remote control key including an operation button for remotely controlling a designated control target of the vehicle, and includes steps of: determining whether communication with the vehicle is possible; and notifying whether the communication with the vehicle is possible. | 04-03-2014 |
20140097935 | Extended User Assistance - The invention relates to providing extended user assistance to the user of a portable electronic device. In particular, the invention relates to providing using assistance for a user of a portable electronic device, comprising a display and a Near Field Communication (NFC) circuit. The method comprises swiping the portable electronic device over an NFC tag comprising user assistance data, accessing user assistance information based on the user assistance data and displaying the user assistance information on the display. The application also relates to a method for providing context-based user assistance information and to a corresponding device. | 04-10-2014 |
20140097936 | CONFIGURABLE DIGITAL BADGE HOLDER - A portable authentication system includes a security module, that may be a smart card, SIM (Subscriber Identity Module), USB controller with a secure chip, or similar module capable of storing one or more credentials, and an interface module such as a digital badge holder that is able to communicate with the security module, for instance by providing a smart card communication interface. The portable authentication system may be either a single integrated system or a dual system where the security module can be removed or disconnected from the interface system. | 04-10-2014 |
20140097937 | APPARATUS, SYSTEMS, SOFTWARE AND METHODS FOR WIRELESS INTERACTION WITH VEHICLE CONTROL SYSTEMS - Methods, software, devices, and systems, for wireless interaction with control systems (e.g., control systems integrated with motor vehicles, commercial and/or residential buildings, appliances, or other complex integrated systems). The methods generally include establishing a first wireless communication channel between a handheld communication device and the control system and establishing a service provider communication channel between the handheld device and a service provider. The service provider communication channel generally includes a second wireless communication channel between the handheld communication device and a wireless communication provider node. | 04-10-2014 |
20140104037 | Dynamic Control Containment Unit - The present invention is a dynamic control containment unit for holding a plurality of discrete items, including a signal emitting mechanism associated with each of the plurality of discrete items, an enclosed housing having at least one receptacle accessible by a user and having at least one of the plurality of items contained therein, a passive signal receiving mechanism in communication with the receptacle for receiving signals emanating from the signal emitting mechanism and a securement system configured to prevent unauthorized access to the dynamic control containment unit. A controller is in communication with the signal receiving mechanism and initiates actions based upon the signal content. | 04-17-2014 |
20140111306 | LOCKING MECHANISM AND LOCKING SYSTEM - A locking mechanism, that is attached to a device acquiring power from a power generator mounted on the device, includes a radio tag acquiring key information, which is for releasing locking, by radio communications; a short-circuit unit short-circuiting the power generator; and a control unit acquiring specific information of the device, making comparison between the specific information and the key information acquired by the radio tag, and causing the short-circuit unit to short-circuit the power generator based on a result of the comparison, so as to control locking of the device. | 04-24-2014 |
20140145822 | Anesthesia Cart with RFID Keyless Entry - A controlled access anesthesia cart has at least one drawer or compartment for storing general-use anesthesia items, and at least one drawer or compartment for storing controlled substances, e.g., narcotics. An RFID reader in the cart senses for RFID signals, and if a portable RFID transceiver is in range of about 3 meters of the cart, the compartments in the cart are unlocked for access. The anesthesiologist needs to enter a pass code for access to the controlled substances compartment(s). The compartments then remain unlocked so long as the portable RFID transceiver is present. When the portable transceiver is out of range, the cart immediately relocks the compartments automatically. | 05-29-2014 |
20140145823 | ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM - The present disclosure is generally directed toward access control systems and, more specifically, toward access control systems that utilize Near Field Communications (NFC)-enabled devices. The disclosed system enables an NFC device to be remotely checked-in to the access control system; however, the NFC device operates in a read/write mode rather than a card emulation mode when interacting with RFID readers of the access control system. | 05-29-2014 |
20140159863 | METHOD AND SYSTEM TO MONITOR ACCESS RIGHTS FOR A PERSONNEL TRANSPORT SYSTEM THAT INCLUDE AT LEAST ONE DEFINED EMBARKATION AREA AND AT LEAST ONE DEFINED DISEMBARKATION AREA - Access rights are monitored in a cyclically operated transport system having spatially-defined embarkation and disembarkation areas. The access to the transport system occurs without access monitoring in embarkation areas, but the access rights of the persons on board the transport system are read remotely during travel by an externally mounted, stationary reading device. If the number of detected valid access rights is less than the number of persons on board the transport system, and/or if a discrepancy exists between the number of detected valid access rights per access right category and the number of persons on board the transport system per access right category, then a monitoring of access rights is conducted after disembarkation in order to identify the person or persons without access rights. | 06-12-2014 |
20140159864 | Remote Control of Powering of Electrical Appliances - A method, system, and computer program product are provided for remotely controlling a supply of power to a plurality of electrical appliances. In response to attaching a plug of a first electrical appliance of a plurality of electrical appliances to a first socket of the one or more sockets connected to a main power supply, a control system activates a transceiver at a first of the first socket and the plug; stimulates, via the transceiver, a tag at a second of the first socket and the plug to determine a unique identifier of the tag. The control system receives the unique identifier of the tag from the transceiver and uses the unique identifier to activate/deactivate the transceiver which connects/disconnects the main power supply from the first electrical appliance. | 06-12-2014 |
20140159865 | REMOTE CONTROL DEVICE FOR VEHICLE - In a remote control device for a vehicle including: a portable transmitter configured to repeatedly transmit a signal for giving an instruction to activate an activation device mounted in a vehicle, in response to an operation of a manipulator which is performed continuously for a predetermined time or more; and a vehicle-side receiver provided in the vehicle to activate the activation device based on the signal transmitted from the portable transmitter, the portable transmitter transmits a first signal including a data frame having at least an ID code, a function code determining an action of the activation device, and a first error detection code and then repeatedly transmits a second signal, and a data frame of the second signal having same function code as that of the first signal and a second error detection code generated based on the function code, and the data frame of the first signal. | 06-12-2014 |
20140167913 | LOCK DEVICE AND ELECTRONIC KEY SYSTEM - A lock device is arranged in a vehicle including an inlet used for charging. The vehicle is configured to perform a predetermined control operation in accordance with a control request signal transmitted through wireless communication from an electronic key when a normal operation is performed on a control switch of the electronic key. The lock device includes a lock mechanism configured to switch a locking subject related with the inlet between a lock state and an unlock state. A controller controls the lock mechanism to switch the locking subject between a lock state and an unlock state when detecting a special operation performed on the control switch. | 06-19-2014 |
20140167914 | EMULATED RADIO FREQUENCY IDENTIFICATION - A mobile communication device is equipped with hardware and/or software components to enable the device to output a data in a form of a radio frequency signal, emulating outputting of the data by either an active or a passive RFID transponder. The data may be a security key or an identifier. Emulation of an active RFID transponder includes facilitating selection of the data and instruction to output by a user. Emulation of a passive RFID transponder includes detecting for proximal presence of a RFID reader. Either case, provision of the data to the mobile communication device may include provision of associated signal attribute(s). | 06-19-2014 |
20140167915 | LOCK DEVICE, LOCK DEVICE CONTROLLER, AND ELECTRIC KEY SYSTEM - A lock device locks a locking subject to restrict removal of a charge cable from a power port of a vehicle or restrict access of the charge cable to the power port). The lock device includes a verification request unit that requests for wireless communication verification including vehicle interior verification to be executed on an electronic key when detecting an event that initiates the wireless communication verification. A control unit controls at least one of locking and unlocking of the locking subject based on a result of the wireless communication verification. | 06-19-2014 |
20140176302 | SMART KEY CARD - A key card device may include a memory device storing a digital signature for activating a lock, an input device, an output device, and a wireless transceiver. The key card device may further include logic configured to receive input via the input device; generate a first message based on the received input; wirelessly transmit the generated message to facility management system associated with the lock; receive a second message from the facility management system; generate output based on the received second message; and provide the generated output to the output device. | 06-26-2014 |
20140176303 | Remote Lockout/Tagout - A remote lock-out/tag-out system and method allow a remote service technician to remotely lock-out a machine via a remote wireless control device. In one aspect, the lock-out initiation request is sent from the remote wireless control device to the machine. The remote wireless control device then receives from the machine an indication that the machine location and state are suitable for lock-out. In response, the remote wireless control device sends a lock-out command to the machine. | 06-26-2014 |
20140176304 | METHOD AND SMARTKEY SYSTEM FOR REDUCING BATTERY CONSUMPTION - Provided is a smartkey system for reducing battery consumption. The smartkey system in a sleep mode wakes up at every certain interval, and first checks whether there is a fob near a vehicle. Only when there is the fob near the vehicle, the smartkey system receives authentication information from the fob to authenticate the fob. Therefore, an authentication operation is not performed when there is no fob near the vehicle, and thus, a wakeup time is shortened, thereby reducing an amount of dark current consumed by the vehicle. Moreover, the wakeup time of the smartkey system is shortened, thus securing a time margin that enables an additional operation to be performed in the sleep mode. | 06-26-2014 |
20140191843 | MACHINE SECURITY SYSTEM - A machine security system for authenticating a machine key is disclosed. The machine security system comprises a microcontroller for detecting insertion of a machine key in a key slot of the machine. The machine key comprises of an embedded transponder. Based on detection of the machine key in the key slot, the microcontroller transmits an interrogation signal for charging the transponder. The microcontroller then receives a response signal from the transponder. The transponder sends the response signal when substantially charged by the interrogation signal. The response signal is encoded with an authentication code for authenticating the machine key. The microcontroller decodes the authentication code from the received response signal and authenticates the machine key based on the decoded authentication code. | 07-10-2014 |
20140197920 | METHODS OF CONFIGURING AND USING A WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS DEVICE - A method of controlling access to a movable container, the method comprising controllably locking the container using an electronically actuated locking mechanism; storing in a memory a desired geographical location; determining the geographical location of the container; and enabling the locking mechanism to unlock the container if the determined geographical location matches the desired geographical location. A secure cargo transportation system comprises a vehicle including an enclosure having an opening; a door movable relative to the opening between a closed position, wherein the door restricts access to the enclosure, and an open position: an electronically actuable lock configured to selectively lock or unlock the door relative to the enclosure; a memory supported by the vehicle and configured to store a location coordinate; and a global positioning system supported by the vehicle and coupled to the memory and to the lock, and configured to enable the lock to unlock the door if the vehicle is within a predetermined distance of the location coordinate. | 07-17-2014 |
20140197921 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROGRAMMING AN RFID READER - A remote access system includes an RFID reader and a credential having a cellular phone interface and an nfc interface. The credential is operable to receive authorization information and to communicate with the RFID reader. A server is operable to receive an authorization request for the credential and to access the credential to provide the authorization information. An RFID reader authorization application is included in the credential. The credential is operable to transfer the RFID authorization code to the RFID reader via the nfc interface over an nfc communication channel. | 07-17-2014 |
20140203906 | PASSIVE KEYLESS SYSTEM - A passive keyless system includes an in-vehicle control unit, an in-vehicle transmitter wirelessly sending a request signal, a portable device that is activated by a battery, has a standby function of receiving a request signal, and sends an ID signal when the request signal is received, and an in-vehicle receiver receiving the ID signal. The in-vehicle control unit allows various operations of the vehicle when an authentication of the ID signal received by the in-vehicle receiver is established. When a remaining amount value of the battery is less than a reference value, the portable device can stop the standby function, can restore the standby function according to an operation using the portable device, and can stop the standby function again after the standby function is restored. | 07-24-2014 |
20140203907 | COMMUNICATION SYSTEM AND COMMUNICATION DEVICE - A communication system has a first communication device, and a second communication device that conducts wireless communication with the first communication device. The first communication device has a first transmitter that transmits a signal to the second communication device, and a first transmission controller that controls the first transmitter. The second communication device has a first receiver that receives the signal from the first communication device, a measurement part that measures a reception intensity of the signal received by the first receiver, and a determination part that determines whether the signal received by the first receiver is a normal signal. The first transmission controller divides a predetermined portion of a predetermined signal into a plurality of portions when transmitting the predetermined signal. | 07-24-2014 |
20140210592 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR INTERFACING A WIRELESS COMMUNICATION DEVICE TO A COMMUNICATION DEVICE KEYPAD IN A VEHICLE - In at least one embodiment, an apparatus for interfacing a personal communication device (PCD) to a vehicle is provided. The apparatus comprises a vehicle module and a communication keypad device (CDK). The vehicle module is configured to detect a first signal indicative of an unlock command in connection with a passive entry operation to detect an access device. The CDK is positioned on the vehicle and is configured to determine whether the PCD has been positioned within a predetermined distance from the vehicle in the event the vehicle module is unable to detect the access device. | 07-31-2014 |
20140210593 | RV WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL - An RV wireless remote control system comprising an HMI including a GUI coupled to an HMI RF transceiver and an HMI dock connector. The HMI RF transceiver receives RV device status signals over an RF fieldbus and the HMI dock connector receives RV device status signals over an RV localbus. The HMI generates control signals in response to the status signals and/or operator input signals. The HMI transmits the control signals to the RV devices over the RF fieldbus via the HMI RF transceiver or over the RV localbus via the HMI dock connector when the HMI dock connector is connected to the RV localbus. The HMI is configured for real time distributive control of the RV devices such that the RV localbus and the RF fieldbus operate in both directions enabling closed-loop control between the HMI and the RV devices. | 07-31-2014 |
20140218167 | WIRELESSLY SENSED AND CONTROLLED LOCKING DEVICE - A wirelessly sensed and controlled locking device is identified, sensed and controlled by a mobile electronic device to be locked or unlocked. The mobile electronic device comprises a battery, an information transmission chip and a first RF antenna. The wirelessly sensed and controlled locking device comprises a second RF antenna receiving information and electromagnetic waves from the first RF antenna, an information receiving/transmitting unit controlling the second RF antenna to receive and transmit information, a power storing/supplying unit converting electromagnetic waves received by the second RF antenna into current and temporarily storing power of the current, and also temporarily storing power from the information receiving/transmitting unitit, an information comparing/processing unit powered by the power storing/supplying unit to compare and process information from the information receiving/transmitting unit, and a switch driving/controlling unit powered by the power storing/supplying unit and controlled by the information comparing/processing unit to perform locking or unlocking. | 08-07-2014 |
20140232523 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR TRIGGERING, USING AN RFID READER, A PROCEDURE FOR ACTUATING A MEANS FOR LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE ACCESS DOORS OF A MOTOR VEHICLE - A method and device for triggering, via an RFID reader ( | 08-21-2014 |
20140232524 | ELECTRONIC KEY SYSTEM, AND LOCK-SIDE TERMINAL AND PORTABLE TERMINAL EMPLOYED IN SAME - An electronic key system includes a lock-side terminal that is mounted in a locked object and capable of at least locking and unlocking the locked object, and a portable terminal capable of sending and receiving the electronic key to and from the lock-side terminal mounted in the locked object and the other portable terminals, and when receiving a request from the one portable terminal, the lock-side terminal generates the electronic key at random, and sends the randomly generated electronic key to the one portable terminal. | 08-21-2014 |
20140240088 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR LOCATING, TRACKING, CONTROLLING AND RECOGNIZING TAGGED OBJECTS USING ACTIVE RFID TECHNOLOGY - A real-time automated data security system protects both data and devices from loss, theft, and unauthorized access or activity. A miniature active RFID circuit is embodied in tags, area tags, controllers, USB sticks and a universal interface software for computers (i.e., Java), smart phones, and gateway boxes written to interface with the system. These devices are customizable and can link in arrays to cover large areas, use sensors, and scale up in module configurations to meet any need. The system is independent of electricity, GPS, satellites, the Internet, other software, and IT personnel. Its novel software, inside the tags, area tags and controllers is inaccessible and cannot be copied. Wireless transmissions are encrypted to military grade levels and packets are never repeated, making it unhackable, even by brute force attack. A unique battery-conserving protocol ensures good range and long battery life. The system has the ability to ignore copied packages or relaying by attackers, and to prevent of unauthorized access to USB sticks by proximity checks to the active RFID circuit. | 08-28-2014 |
20140240089 | VEHICLE SECURITY AND CUSTOMIZATION - Techniques are described for enhancing security, customization, and/or group interaction of users in vehicles. For instance, a mobile device of an owner of a vehicle may be registered in a manner that allows the mobile device to control operation of the vehicle and authorize guest user operation of the vehicle. In addition, the vehicle may be adapted to receive preferred vehicle settings from mobile devices positioned in the vehicle, such as a mobile device of a guest user, and customize the vehicle settings based on the retrieved preferences. Further, the vehicle may be equipped to communicate with in-pavement vehicle detection systems and enable interaction in an ad hoc group with other vehicles positioned to connect to the in-pavement vehicle detection systems. | 08-28-2014 |
20140240090 | Solutions for Relay Attacks on Passive Keyless ENTRY and GO - A passive entry system, in particular for a motor vehicle, comprising: a mobile device to be carried by a user, said mobile device comprising a low-frequency transceiver for short range communication, an ultra-high-frequency transceiver for long range communication and information concerning access, such as an access code, which is transmittable by said transceivers; and a locking device which is to be unlocked by the mobile device, said locking device comprising a low-frequency transceiver for short-range communication and an ultra-high frequency transceiver for long range communication to receive said information concerning access, such the access code. The transceivers of the mobile device communicates with the transceiver of the locking device and exchange information concerning access, such as said access code, to the locking system via the respective transceivers, wherein the communication range of the ultra-high-frequency transceiver of the mobile device is limited to a short range in a normal operating mode of the mobile device. | 08-28-2014 |
20140247111 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PERMITTING REMOTE CHECK-IN AND COORDINATING ACCESS CONTROL - Methods, systems, and devices for controlling access within a multi-facility room are provided. More specifically, a guest of the multi-room facility is allowed to remotely confirm reservations to the facility as well as bypass the front desk of the multi-room for check-in purposes. At a location within the facility, the guest is allowed to confirm their arrival, check-in, and have their access credential written with personalized access data that may be useable for the duration of the guest's stay. | 09-04-2014 |
20140253287 | Vehicle Remote Function System and Method for Effectuating Vehicle Operations Based on Vehicle FOB Movement - A vehicle remote function system is provided for use in effectuating vehicle operations based on movement of a fob relative to a vehicle. The system may include a controller for determining locations of the fob within zones proximate the vehicle based on ultra-wide band wireless signals transmitted between the antennas and the fob, the zones including a primary zone and secondary zones, each secondary zone at least partially within the primary zone. The controller may be configured to detect a movement of the fob between secondary zones and generate a control signal for use in effectuating a vehicle operation based on the movement detected. A method is also provided which may include transmitting ultra-wide band wireless signals between the fob and the antennas, detecting a movement of the fob between secondary zones, and generating a control signal for use in effectuating a vehicle operation based on the movement detected. | 09-11-2014 |
20140253288 | Vehicle Remote Function System and Method for Determining Vehicle FOB Locations Using Adaptive Filtering - A vehicle remote function system is provided for determining locations of a fob relative to a vehicle. The system may include a controller configured for communication with antennas mounted at different locations in the vehicle, the controller for use in determining locations of the fob based on ultra-wide band wireless signals transmitted between the antennas and the fob. The controller is configured to use a first filtering of the wireless signals to determine an initial location of the fob, and a second filtering of the wireless signals to determine a subsequent location of the fob. A method is also provided which may include transmitting ultra-wide band wireless signals between the fob and antennas mounted in the vehicle, using a first filtering of the wireless signals to determine an initial location of the fob, and using a second filtering of the wireless signals to determine a subsequent location of the fob. | 09-11-2014 |
20140266585 | METHOD FOR SECURELY DELIVERING INDOOR POSITIONING DATA AND APPLICATIONS - Methods and devices are described for providing localized secure navigation in conjunction with near field communication access control systems. In one potential embodiment, a mobile device such as a cell phone may communicate with a door access control point using near field communication to receive location access system information. The mobile device may then authorize download and execution of a local secure navigation module from a location access system using the location access system information for use in receiving location assistance data, based on an authentication level associated with the mobile device. Such location assistance data may be used by the local secure navigation module to provide location assistance when the mobile device is in a secure location. The location of the mobile device may then be tracked using at least the location assistance data and the communication with the door access control point. | 09-18-2014 |
20140266586 | CONTEXTUAL DATA DELIVERY TO MOBILE USERS RESPONSIVE TO ACCESS OF AN ELECTRONIC LOCKBOX - An electronic lockbox sends identifying data to a portable communications device, which relays that data to a central computer, generating a response from the central computer containing customized information of special interest to the user. Such data can include information relating to the lockbox's property, and contextually relevant information relating to other similar properties nearby. Such data from the central computer also can be delivered to one more auxiliary portable communication devices, including such devices carried by individuals either in close proximity to the lockbox or at a remote location. The data also could comprise visitation history relevant to the user, allowing an agent or a prospect to review information about previous visits to properties. The central computer can also query a user to provide location information for a lockbox that has been added to the system database. | 09-18-2014 |
20140266587 | INTEGRATED IMMOBILIZER FOB PAIRING - An original generator generates a sequence of access values that are stored into a longer range communication device. A short range communication device, which can be the original generator, uses short range communication during a programming process to transmit an identification number to enable subsequence access from the longer range communication device using the sequence of access values. | 09-18-2014 |
20140266588 | PEER-TO-PEER BIKE SHARING SYSTEM - A battery-powered lock that is capable of communicating with a mobile device is described herein. A mobile device that is authorized to communicate with the lock can send lock and/or unlock commands to the lock. In addition, techniques are described for a station-less bike sharing system using the lock that enables a user to drop off and secure the rented bike anywhere at the end of the trip. Using the integrated GPS on the mobile device, the geographic location of the lock as well as the attached bike is tracked upon any lock/unlock requests. The mobile device communicates with an administration server to determine if a user is authorized to unlock the lock and utilize the bike. | 09-18-2014 |
20140285317 | Wireless Charging System with Location Verification - The disclosure includes a system and method for charging a target object wirelessly. The system includes a processor and a memory storing instructions that when executed cause the system to: receive data describing a code from a target object, the code being stored on a tagging device and configured to be read wirelessly by a reading device associated with the target object; verify the code; determine that a location associated with the target object satisfies a safe charging range responsive to the verification of the code, the verification of the code indicating a charging distance between a power transmitter and a power receiver associated with the target object satisfies a safe charging distance; and instruct the power transmitter to wirelessly transmit power to the power receiver associated with the target object responsive to determining that the location of the target object satisfies the safe charging range. | 09-25-2014 |
20140285318 | SMART POWER SUPPLY DEVICE AND CORRESPONDING METHOD FOR USING A POWER SUPPLY DEVICE - The invention relates to a power supply device for wireless communication with a communication device, in particular a wireless contact based or contactless communication device, of a user and for supplying power to an authenticated device based on a result of the wireless communication, wherein the authenticated device is a user's device or an on-demand service device authenticated by the power supply device. According to the invention, the power supply device comprises a securing element configured for mutual secure authentication with an external communication device, and in that the user is granted permission to use the authenticated device with the power supplied by the power supply device based on a successful mutual secure authentication between the securing element and the user's communication device. The invention further relates to a corresponding method for granting a user access to power supply from a power supply device. | 09-25-2014 |
20140285319 | Vehicle Access System - The invention relates to an access unit ( | 09-25-2014 |
20140292481 | WIRELESS ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM AND RELATED METHODS - A wireless access control system includes a remote access device and an electronic lock. The electronic lock communicates with the remote access device. The electronic lock controls the ability to lock and unlock a door in which the electronic lock is disposed. The electronic lock determines when the remote access device is at a distance less than or equal to a predetermined distance from the lock to enable the lock to be unlocked. | 10-02-2014 |
20140292482 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ACCESSING A STRUCTURE USING A MOBILE DEVICE - A wireless device access system employs short-range wireless communication to require the proximity of a user device to a structure prior to communicating an unlock request. The access system authenticates the unlock request and the proximity of the user to the structure prior to transmitting an unlock command to the structure. Additionally, the wireless device may require the proximity of a user token prior to operation and/or the access system may include an override within the structure blocking any unlock command. | 10-02-2014 |
20140300446 | METHOD FOR CONTROLLING AN ELECTRONICALLY SECURED DEVICE ANDTRANSPONDER FOR IT - A method for controlling an electronically secured device by means of a transponder has the following procedural steps:
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20140300447 | HOME APPLIANCE AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME - A home appliance and a method of controlling the same are provided. The home appliance may include a controller that processes state data. The state data may include raw data representing an operation state of the home appliance. The controller may also output diagnosis result data representing whether or not an error has occurred in the home appliance. A tag device including a tag storage device may store the state data and the diagnosis result data, and a transmitting and receiving device may transmit the state data and the diagnosis result data when an external device is tagged. | 10-09-2014 |
20140306798 | RFID SYSTEM AND COMMUNICATION METHOD PERFORMED BY THE SAME - Provided is an RFID system and method for maintaining a constant strength of a signal transmitted from an RFID tag to an RFID reader, regardless of a distance between the reader and tag. The RFID signal strength measuring reader measures a signal strength received from the RFID tag, creates control information used to set an amplification amount of the RFID tag by using a value of the measured strength to include the control information in an output signal, and sends the output signal to the RFID tag. The RFID tag, if the signal sent from the RFID reader is received, extracts internal information from the received signal, sends the information to the RFID reader as an output signal, and extracts the control information included in the signal sent from the RFID reader to adjust a strength of the output signal according to a value of the control information. | 10-16-2014 |
20140313009 | Remote Control Systems for Vehicles - A system includes a base station, a communications device, and a fob. The base station is configured to control a vehicle function in response to receiving a command via a first wireless link. One of the communications device and the fob is configured to transmit a request via a second wireless link different than the first wireless link. The other one of the communications device and the fob is configured to transmit the command to the base station via the first wireless link in response to receiving the request via the second wireless link. | 10-23-2014 |
20140313010 | ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM - An access control system includes a portable user device, an access control apparatus and a portable administrator device. The access control apparatus includes a first near field communication (NFC) unit and stores a first valid user list. The portable administrator device includes a second NFC unit and stores a second valid user list. The first NFC unit and the second NFC unit are operable to enable communication between the access control apparatus and the portable administrator device, and the access control apparatus and the portable administrator device are operable to synchronize contents of the first valid user list stored in the access control apparatus and the second valid user list stored in the portable administrator device. | 10-23-2014 |
20140320260 | MITIGATION OF LF INTERFERENCE FROM ADJACENT VEHICLES ALSO USING LF APPROACH DETECTION SYSTEM - A system may include at least one antenna and a controller in communication with the antenna. The controller may be configured to establish a pattern for transmitting low frequency challenges; and instruct the first antenna to transmit the low frequency challenges based on the established pattern. | 10-30-2014 |
20140320261 | METHOD FOR UPGRADING RFID READERS IN SITU - A reader-enhancing device is proposed which enables an in situ upgrade of readers having limited processing capabilities. The reader-enhancing device includes an emulation module that is capable of generating an output which emulates a first type of credential when the reader-enhancing device receives an input that is not in a format used by the first type of credential. The output generated by the emulation module enables the reader to respond to the input even though the input is not in a format natively supported by the reader. | 10-30-2014 |
20140320262 | SMARTKEY SYSTEM AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF - Provided are a smartkey system and an operating method thereof. The smartkey system reflects an intensity of RF noise, which is detected in a zone having strong RF noise, in a fob indoor/outdoor position determination reference, and thus can prevent a determination error in which the presence of a fob is determined despite there being no fob registered in a vehicle, and prevent an operational reaction to a user's request from becoming slow. | 10-30-2014 |
20140327517 | REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATICALLY LOCKING AND/OR UNLOCKING AT LEAST ONE MOVABLE PANEL OF A MOTOR VEHICLE AND/OR FOR STARTING A MOTOR VEHICLE ENGINE USING A REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM - A remote control system and method are disclosed for automatically locking and/or unlocking at least one movable panel of a motor vehicle and/or for starting a motor vehicle engine. The remote control system includes a vehicle module to be installed inside the vehicle and a portable module to be carried by a user. The remote control system is capable of determining the distance between the vehicle module and the portable module via a first radiofrequency signal emitted by an antenna combined with the vehicle module, and a second radiofrequency signal emitted by an antenna combined with the portable module, the first radiofrequency signal being a signal obtained by phase or frequency modulation. The second radiofrequency signal is obtained by a phase-locked loop in the portable module that uses the first radiofrequency signal as a reference for generating the second radiofrequency signal. | 11-06-2014 |
20140340193 | MOVEMENT HISTORY ASSURANCE FOR SECURE PASSIVE KEYLESS ENTRY AND START SYSTEMS - A passive keyless system including a base that selectively allows access to a restricted environment through a base transceiver operating with an encrypted link on first and second frequencies, and a base recording element storing base measured movement history information. Also, a passive keyless device with at least one sensor detects a movement property of the device, a device recording element stores movement history information about the device and reflecting the detected movement property, and a device transceiver communicating with the base transceiver, and transmitting to the base transceiver encrypted security information identifying the device in accordance with a passive keyless protocol and/or the movement history information, and an access request element that causes the device transceiver to request access to the base transceiver. The base uses the base measured movement history information and movement history information when allowing access to the restricted environment. | 11-20-2014 |
20140340194 | Electronic Security System for Monitoring Mechanical Keys and Other Items - A security system with a security container and an electronic lock circuit is used to securely store mechanical keys or other valuable items. Items to be protected are placed in a secured location in the security container. A detector of the security system detects whether the items are indeed in the secured location, such as by means of receiving signals from a transponder attached to the items. The security container is locked only if the items are detected to be in the secured location. Audit trail records for the locking and unlocking events of the security container may be transmitted to a device remote to the security container for analysis. A monitoring device with a location identification device, such as a GPS sensor, may be attached to items to be monitored for tracking locations and activities of the items. | 11-20-2014 |
20140340195 | ELECTRONIC LOCK, LOCKING SYSTEM, METHOD OF OPERATING AN ELECTRONIC LOCK, COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT - According to an aspect of the invention, an electronic lock is conceived, being adapted to harvest energy from a radio frequency (RF) connection established between a mobile device and said electronic lock, further being adapted to use the harvested energy for processing an authorization token received via said RF connection from the mobile device, and further being adapted to use the harvested energy for controlling an unlocking switch in dependence on a result of said processing. | 11-20-2014 |
20140340196 | Access Control Via Selective Direct and Indirect Wireless Communications - A system is described for controlling a locking system restricting physical access (e.g. a door lock). The locking system is accessed (e.g., actuated and monitored) via dual communication path types used by a mobile wireless communication device. The locking system includes an electro-mechanical access control security device, and a receiving unit controlling the electro-mechanical access control security device. The receiving unit is paired with the mobile wireless communication device for receiving input from the mobile wireless device for activating the electro-mechanical access control security device using both low energy and high energy operating modes. The mobile wireless device is configured to access the locking system via both direct BLUETOOTH and indirect mobile wireless data network communications. Moreover, the operating range of the receiving unit is extended by connections to networked devices operating BLUETOOTH 4+LE at a high power-extended range mode through the use of an amplifier stage. | 11-20-2014 |
20140368313 | VEHICLE KEYFOB WITH ACCELEROMETER TO EXTEND BATTERY LIFE - A keyfob is disclosed for use with a vehicle. The keyfob includes a microcontroller, a wake receiver, an antenna coupled to the wake receiver, and an accelerometer. The accelerometer is used to detect motion of the keyfob. The microcontroller disables the wake receiver based on signals from the accelerometer (e.g., when the keyfob is determined to be stationary and not close to the vehicle). | 12-18-2014 |
20140368314 | SMART KEY APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR PROCESSING SIGNAL OF SMART KEY APPARATUS - A smart key apparatus and a method of processing a signal from the smart key apparatus is provided and the smart key apparatus includes a plurality of antennas that receive a Low Frequency (LF) signal from a vehicle via a plurality of reception axes. In addition, an LF reception controller receives the LF signal via a reception antenna which is determined by sequentially verifying a reception level according to a set order of the plurality of antennas when receiving the LF signal and determines an antenna having a highest reception level as a reception antenna by comparing a reception level that corresponds to a plurality of antennas respectively. A signal processing unit processes the LF signal received via the reception antenna. | 12-18-2014 |
20140368315 | Remote Control of Powering of Electrical Appliances - A method is provided for remotely controlling a supply of power to a plurality of electrical appliances. In response to attaching a plug of a first electrical appliance of a plurality of electrical appliances to a first socket of the one or more sockets connected to a main power supply, a control system activates a transceiver at a first of the first socket and the plug; stimulates, via the transceiver, a tag at a second of the first socket and the plug to determine a unique identifier of the tag. The control system receives the unique identifier of the tag from the transceiver and uses the unique identifier to activate/deactivate the transceiver which connects/disconnects the main power supply from the first electrical appliance. | 12-18-2014 |
20140375421 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ENABLING ACCESS CONTROL VIA MOBILE DEVICES - Described herein are systems and methods for enabling access control via mobile devices. Embodiments of the invention have been particularly developed for allowing a user to gain access to a controlled functionality (for example the unlocking of a door) using a smartphone or the like. These leverage short-range wireless communications, such as Bluetooth Low Energy or Near Field Communications. | 12-25-2014 |
20140375422 | TECHNOLOGIES AND METHODS FOR SECURITY ACCESS - Embodiments herein are directed security access. Embodiments include an electronic lock that executes a time-based cryptographic algorithm to compute a time-based access code. The electronic lock compares the time-based access code with a received access code, and grants access to one or more lock features when the time-based access code matches the received access code. Embodiments also include providing an unlock code, including receiving a lock identifier and a user identifier. The lock identifier and the user identifier are sent to a remote computer system, and an access code for the lock is received from the remote computer system. Embodiments also include an electronic lock that receives and verifies an access code that includes a validity start time and a validity end time. When the current time is within the validity start time and the validity end time, the electronic lock grants access to one or more lock features. | 12-25-2014 |
20140375423 | PORTABLE AUTHENTICATION MEANS AND VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE - A portable authentication apparatus, in particular for use with a motor vehicle, includes a transmission unit and a receiving unit for the wireless transmission of signals between the authentication apparatus and a control apparatus which is built into the motor vehicle and which is intended for controlling the authorization of access and/or the authorization of use for the motor vehicle. The authentication apparatus further has an encoding and decoding unit for decoding the received signals and for encoding the transmitted signals. The authentication apparatus includes an inertial detector and/or a motion detector. | 12-25-2014 |
20150015366 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MEASURING AND TRACKING RADIO-FREQUENCY IDENTIFICATION TAGS - Systems and methods are provided for measuring and tracking radio-frequency (RFID) tags. Inlay data, converting data, and tag scan data can be received from entities in the supply chain and stored in a database. The tag scan data, including measurement and performance data, can be stored and used for applications such as determining whether RFID tags are defective. The tag scan data, inlay data, and converting data can be analyzed to produce analytic data for reporting and failure prediction purposes. Inlay-SKU combinations of RFID tags can be validated to ensure that the correct inlays are being utilized for RFID tags intended for particular products. More accurate inventory data may be obtained and costs for re-tagging products that have defective RFID tags may be reduced. Entities in the supply chain can also be assisted to comply with various quality control, licensing, and tracking requirements related to the RFID tags. | 01-15-2015 |
20150022317 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR UNLOCK WITH SECURITY MODE - Methods and apparatus are provided for controlling a plurality of locks associated with a vehicle based on a security mode. The method includes receiving a request to unlock one of the plurality of locks and receiving, from a source of data, a first mode for the operation of the plurality of locks. The method includes determining a current mode of operation based on whether an input has been received that indicates a change to a default mode of operation, and selectively outputting one or more control signals to unlock one or more of the plurality of locks based on the determining. | 01-22-2015 |
20150022318 | TRANSPONDER - A transponder for receiving a wireless electromagnetic query signal and for transmitting a wireless electromagnetic response signal with a coil acting as a first antenna for generating a first wired electrical incoming signal from the query signal and with at least one further coil acting as an antenna for generating a further wired electrical incoming signal from the query signal, and wherein an axis of the first coil and an axis of the further coil are differently aligned in space, and wherein the coils are assigned at least one means for limiting the voltage of the respective incoming signals, and wherein the incoming signals are routed, respectively, via a first full-wave rectifier for generating a rectified incoming signal, and wherein the rectified incoming signals are routed, respectively, to a current-controlled source of current for generating a current signal that corresponds to the respective incoming signal, and wherein the current signals are routed, respectively, to a peak value of current detector for generating a peak value of current signal, and wherein the peak value of current signals are routed to a comparison arrangement for comparing the generated peak value of current signals, and wherein the comparison arrangement is configured for generating a control signal that indicates the strongest peak value of current signal of the generated peak value of current signals. | 01-22-2015 |
20150035644 | EVENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - An event management system is provided. The event management system comprises at least one wearable device that includes a wearable support structure, a display coupled to the support structure, a plurality of sensors coupled to the support structure, a controller removably coupled to the display, the plurality of sensors, and the support structure, the controller including one or more processors coupled to a memory and one or more antennas, and a user manager component executable by the one or more processors of the controller and configured to create anonymous biometric information descriptive of at least one user wearing the at least one wearable device based at least in part on information received from the plurality of sensors and transmit at least one portion of the anonymous biometric information. | 02-05-2015 |
20150035645 | MOBILE DEVICE SECURITY - Systems and methods for providing mobile device security are disclosed. In some implementations, a request for access to a security mechanism is received at a user terminal. A short-range radio connection of the user terminal at a time of receiving the request for access is identified responsive to the request. A memory of the user terminal is accessed to determine whether the identified short-range radio connection corresponds to a user-identified secure radio connection. Upon determining that the radio connection corresponds to the user-identified secure radio connection, the user is granted access to the security mechanism without soliciting the user of the user terminal for a predetermined security input. Upon determining that the radio connection does not correspond to the user-identified secure radio connection, the user is solicited for the predetermined security input. | 02-05-2015 |
20150042451 | POSITIONING SYSTEM, TERMINAL DEVICE, RECORDING MEDIUM, AND POSITIONING METHOD - A positioning system is provided with a cell phone, a ticket gate having a known absolute position, and a housing of the ticket gate which regulates a traveling direction of a user to be a reference direction. The cell phone is provided with a contactless IC card portion adapted to acquire individual information of the ticket gate, a position identification portion adapted to acquire the absolute position of the ticket gate in accordance with the individual information to identify an absolute position of the user, an acceleration sensor adapted to detect an acceleration, an angular velocity sensor adapted to detect an angular velocity, a calibration portion adapted to calibrate the acceleration sensor and the angular velocity sensor in accordance with detection results therefrom when the cell phone is substantially stationary, and an orientation identification portion adapted to identify an orientation in accordance with measured values of the acceleration sensor and the angular velocity sensor when the housing regulates the traveling direction of the user to be the reference direction. | 02-12-2015 |
20150048925 | TOUCH CAPABLE RFID INVENTION - A hybrid security access device is described herein that combines Radio Frequency Identification RFID technology with a new Touch Access technology that utilizes the body for near field emitter communications. Combining these technologies results in security access tags that can remain in or about a person such as in a wallet, briefcase, purse, etc. and be activated by just touching a touch access equipped RFID reader. The need to extract and hand present an access tag close to a reader as required by RFID technology is eliminated. Efficiency, security compliance, card loss due to handling and convenience is the result of the combination of these two technologies and is the basis of this patent application. | 02-19-2015 |
20150048926 | Interacting with embedded devices within a user's environment - An envoy device configured to perform a transaction with a further device. The envoy device comprises: a data store; a processor; communication circuitry for communicating with the further device; and a display. The envoy device is configured to respond to detection of the further device being within a predetermined physical proximity to trigger initiation of a transaction between the devices; and to respond to the transaction completing to display an object related to the transaction that it is determined the user may wish to select to initiate a subsequent action. | 02-19-2015 |
20150048927 | SMARTPHONE BASED PASSIVE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM - A passive keyless entry system is provided comprising an access point module, a smart phone for capable of transmitting an identification and proximity signal, the passive keyless entry system allows the user to program or set the distance for activating the passive triggering of the lock mechanism using radio signal strength indication means of a smart phone. The invention further provides for setting of a parameter boundary whereby the passive keyless entry system is disabled either manually or though an automated process or whereby a user can set a perimeter around a specified point location whereby a passive keyless entry system is disabled when a smart phone is within the perimeter and enabled the passive keyless entry system when outside of the perimeter. | 02-19-2015 |
20150061828 | Intermediary Access Device for Communication With a Vehicle - An intermediary access device enables a user electronic device to communicate with a vehicle's onboard computer system. A first wireless transceiver of the intermediary access device is used to establish a secure wireless communication channel between the intermediary access device and a vehicle on-board computer system. A second wireless transceiver of the intermediary access device is used to establish a user-initiated communication channel between the intermediary access device and a user electronic device. User commands and vehicle information can then be transmitted between the vehicle on-board computer system and the user electronic device via the intermediary access device in a safe, secure and efficient manner. | 03-05-2015 |
20150061829 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MANAGING FUNCTIONAL FEATURES OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES - A system that incorporates the subject disclosure may include, for example, facilitating an association between an access management device and each of a first and second electronic devices sharing a functional feature. The access management device includes a wireless communication module enabling each of the first and second electronic devices to detect the portable access management device within a respective vicinity of each of the devices. Respectively determining each of the first and second devices is within the vicinity of the access management device is based on presence information provided by the respective device, the presence information being generated by each device responsive to wirelessly communicating with the access management device. The functional feature of the first device is enabled while within the vicinity of the access management device, and the functional feature of the second device is disabled while not within the vicinity. Other embodiments are disclosed. | 03-05-2015 |
20150070132 | SECURE REMOTE CONTROL FOR OPERATING CLOSURES SUCH AS GARAGE DOORS - Actuation of an access closure such as a garage door may be initiated by a remote control (RC) if a correct authentication code is received by the RC and/or if a designated authorization device such as a mobile phone is within near field communication transceiver range of the RC. | 03-12-2015 |
20150070133 | IDENTIFICATION SENSOR FOR GATE IDENTIFICATION OF A PERSON - The invention relates to an identification sensor ( | 03-12-2015 |
20150070134 | AUTHENTICATION SYSTEM USING WEARABLE DEVICE - A wearable device (“WD”) stores a token after its wearer completes a successful strong authentication on a primary protected device (“primary PD”). Other protected devices (“secondary PDs”) recognize the stored token as representing a strong authentication and grant the user access while the user continues to wear the WD within a “digital leash-length” proximity. The WD constantly monitors whether the user continues to wear the device. Upon sensing that the user has removed the WD, the WD deletes, disables, or invalidates the token, The user must then repeat the strong authentication to gain further access to the protected devices. | 03-12-2015 |
20150077224 | APPARATUS, METHOD AND ARTICLE FOR SECURITY BY PAIRING OF DEVICES - A functionality of an accessible device such as a set-top box, computer, mobile device, media device, is unlocked or otherwise made available to a user by a security system dependent on an external paired device, such as a mobile device, a key fob or radio frequency identification (RFID) device paired to the accessible device being in a particular wireless communication range of the accessible device. When an authorized user carries the external paired device, this provides the authorized user of the accessible device the ability to conveniently restrict the use of the accessible device and access to various functionalities of the accessible device, such as access to particular television programming or streaming media at times when the authorized user is not in close proximity or in the same general area of the accessible device. | 03-19-2015 |
20150084740 | SHIPPING CONTAINER SECURITY PROCESS - A process for monitoring containers including use of a severable security lock with an radio frequency identification (RFID) antenna adapted sever upon dislocation of the lock. The process utilizes an electronic identification number to ensure security lock integrity. The process includes detecting the security lock in transit by the use of mobile and fixed transmission units at regional boundaries. Updates are provided to an event log associated with the security lock. | 03-26-2015 |
20150084741 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ELECTRONIC TICKET VALIDATION USING PROXIMITY DETECTION - This invention discloses a novel system and method for automated protocols between a mobile device and an electronic ticketing verification system, where proximity detection is used to automatically display the verification or to automatically control entry gates or turnstiles when the mobile device is verified has holding a valid ticket and being located in a specific location associated with the ticket. | 03-26-2015 |
20150084742 | TECHNIQUES FOR CONFIGURING AND REMOTELY CONTROLLING A MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM - In one embodiment, a technique is provided to configure and remotely control a system. A system configuration is created based, at least in part, on information collected from a user using speech synthesis and speech recognition. The system configuration includes information representing at least one zone that corresponds with at least one room in a physical structure, information identifying at least one physical component which represents at least a part of the system, information about at least one function which the at least one physical component is capable of performing, and information about at least one command which the at least one physical component recognizes. A cell phone is used to discover the system by transmitting a name service discovery request to the system, which responds with a name service registration confirmation. The cell phone is then used to remotely control the system. | 03-26-2015 |
20150091695 | ELECTRONIC ACCESS SYSTEM - Methods and systems are described herein for remotely or wirelessly controlling access to dwellings, buildings and/or properties. In one aspect, an electronic access system comprises: a plurality of independent access control devices ( | 04-02-2015 |
20150091696 | ELECTRONIC KEY LOCKOUT CONTROL IN LOCKBOX SYSTEM - An electronic lockbox system includes a wireless portable transponder that communicates with an electronic lockbox using a low power radio link. The portable transponder includes: a wide area network radio to communicate to a central clearinghouse computer, a motion sensor to activate its wide area network radio, and a connector to communicate with a secure memory device. The electronic lockbox sends a hail message that is intercepted by the portable transponder; the hail message includes identification information. The portable transponder responds with a message that includes a time sensitive encryption key; the lockbox authenticates this response message using its own time sensitive encryption key. If an electronic key is used to access the lockbox, the improved system effectively disables the electronic key during a showing, so that the electronic key cannot be used to access another lockbox until the correct dwelling key has been placed back into the lockbox. | 04-02-2015 |
20150097652 | ENTRY SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE - A vehicular entry system, which performs collation using a mobile terminal having an authentication element and enables use of a predetermined function of a vehicle on the basis of a result of the collation, includes: an authentication control section which, when authentication information from the authentication element matches predetermined authentication information, generates a signal enabling use of the predetermined function of the vehicle; a door detection section which outputs a signal in response to opening/closing of a vehicle door; and a cradle capable of fixing the mobile terminal, the authentication control section activating a read section, provided on the cradle, on the basis of the signal from the door detection section, the read section being capable of transmitting an electromagnetic wave, the authentication element being capable of generating electric power from the electromagnetic wave and transmitting the authentication information. | 04-09-2015 |
20150102903 | Secure Delivery Receptacle - A secure-delivery receptacle includes a delivered-package vault having a selectively-lockable access portal controlled, at least in part, by a control circuit that also operably couples to a radio-frequency identification (RFID)-tag reader. The RFID-tag reader serves, by one approach, to read RFID tags in the immediate vicinity of the delivered-package vault. So configured, the control circuit can, for example, verify a delivery-vector RFID tag (such as an RFID tag uniquely associated with a given delivery person) and responsively unlock the selectively-lockable access portal. Also so configured, the control circuit can verify when at least one expected package RFID tag is placed within the delivered-package vault to confirm delivery of a corresponding expected package (by, for example, sending one or more messages to the intended recipient, the delivery service, the shipping party, and so forth). | 04-16-2015 |
20150102904 | ELECTRONIC CIRCUITRY FOR CONTACTLESS LOCK - Some embodiments include electronic circuitry for an electronic lock. The electronic circuitry can include: an antenna configured to receive a wireless signal; a communication processor, coupled to the antenna, configured to decode the wireless signal to ascertain a command to lock or unlock the electronic lock and to authenticate a source of the wireless signal; an energy storage configured to store electrical energy; a motor switch configured to drive a motor clockwise or counterclockwise, powered by the energy storage, depending on a control signal, wherein the motor switch is configured to drive the motor for a short burst of time; and a controller, coupled to the energy storage capacitor and the motor switch, configured to monitor electrical charge left in the energy storage and to output the control signal that corresponds to the command to lock or unlock the electronic lock. | 04-16-2015 |
20150102905 | KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM - A keyless entry system includes a transmitter and a receiver. The transmitter includes an operation switch, transmission means, and transmission control means. The receiver includes receiving means and determination means. The transmission control means generates operation information including a function code corresponding to the operation switch and a count value corresponding to the number of operations of the operation switch. The transmission means transmits the operation information using a plurality of radio signals in different frequency bands. The receiving means receives the plurality of radio signals and detects the operation information from the plurality of received radio signals. The determination means specifies the content of an instruction to the device based on the function code and the count value included in the operation information. | 04-16-2015 |
20150102906 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING A LOCKING MECHANISM USING A PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE - Systems and methods are provided for operating a remotely operable lock. In an example embodiment, a method comprises authenticating, at a web service, credentials received from a portable electronic device, detecting the proximity of the portable electronic device to the lock, and issuing a command for receipt by the lock from the web service or portable electronic device. | 04-16-2015 |
20150109103 | VEHICULAR PORTABLE DEVICE - A portable device for a vehicle includes a short range communication antenna, a near field communication antenna, and a housing case. The short range communication antenna is utilized in a short range wireless communication with a communication device equipped to a vehicle. The near field communication antenna is utilized in a near field wireless communication. The short range communication antenna is disposed in the housing case. The near field communication antenna is disposed on the housing case by decorative printing. A communicable range of the short range wireless communication is longer than a communicable range of the near field wireless communication. | 04-23-2015 |
20150116081 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTHENTICATING COMPONENTS OF A VEHICLE - System and method for authenticating components of a vehicle are described. In an embodiment, a method for authenticating components of a vehicle involves transmitting an interrogation signal to tags attached to the components of the vehicle from an authentication base station in response to a trigger event, comparing an authentication code received from each of responding tags with an authentication code key at the authentication base station to authenticate the responding tags, and transmitting a disengage signal to an immobilizer installed in the vehicle from the authentication base station to enable the vehicle if all the tags have been authenticated. Other embodiments are also described. | 04-30-2015 |
20150116082 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS TO CONTROL LOCKING AND UNLOCKING OF DOORS USING POWERLINE AND RADIO FREQUENCY COMMUNICATIONS - An electronic door lock system automatically controls locking and unlocking of a door. A door lock controller interfaces with an electronic door lock, sends messages including door lock data to a local receiver, and receives messages including door lock commands from the local receiver. In turn, the local receiver interfaces with a hub device through a mesh network. The hub receives the door lock data, applies a rule set to make lock operation decisions, and sends messages, which may comprise commands to operate the door lock, through the mesh network to the local receiver. The local receiver decodes the messages and passes the commands to the door lock controller to automatically control the electronic door lock. | 04-30-2015 |
20150116083 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ACCESS CONTROL - The disclosure describes various systems and methods for access control. One such method includes providing an access control module that includes a base portion and an update portion. The update portion is electrically coupled to the base portion via a detachable electrical connector, and wherein operation of the access control module is based at least in part on an interaction between the base portion and the update portion. | 04-30-2015 |
20150123765 | DETERMINING OPERATIONAL STATE WITH TAGS - Systems and methods are provided relating to utilizing a plurality of RFID tags in conjunction with a circuit comprising at least one reed switch to facilitate determination of operational states and actions based thereon. A magnet can activate the reed switch causing a first RFID tag to be activated and transmit an associated RFID identifier from which a position/operation associated with the first RFID can be determined. The magnet can be removed to activate a second RFID tag whereupon a second RFID identifier is transmitted from which a second position/operation can be determined. The circuit comprising the reed switch and RFID tags can have an induction coil enabling the circuit to be activated when the induction coil is brought into proximity of a second induction coil and inductively coupled. | 05-07-2015 |
20150130588 | APPARATUS, METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING SMART KEY - An apparatus, a method, and a system are provided for controlling a smart key. The smart key control apparatus includes a smart key controller that is configured to transmit a wake-up signal for a smart key when a start-up command is detected in a start-off state of a vehicle and authenticate the smart key based on a response of the smart key that corresponds to the wake-up signal. In addition, a peripheral controller is configured to adjust a power level of a neighboring portable terminal when an authentication for the smart key fails and a communicator is configured to transmit and receive a signal between the smart key and the portable terminal. | 05-14-2015 |
20150130589 | KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM - A keyless entry system includes an on-vehicle unit and a mobile device, and controls on-vehicle equipment using a wakeup signal and a command signal. The on-vehicle unit radio-transmits a first transmission signal including the wakeup signal and a second transmission signal relating to the detection of an interference wave to the first transmission signal to the mobile device using radio signals having different frequencies. When the first transmission signal has been normally received, the mobile device radio-transmits a third transmission signal including the command signal to the on-vehicle unit and receives a second transmission signal. When the first transmission signal could not be normally received, the mobile device performs the detection of the interference wave to the first transmission signal and radio-transmits a fourth transmission signal for requesting the retransmission of the first transmission signal to the on-vehicle unit. | 05-14-2015 |
20150137939 | LOCKING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR OPERATING A LOCKING SYSTEM - Locking system ( | 05-21-2015 |
20150137940 | DEVICE, SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR NON-CONTACT SECURITY INFORMATION INTERACTION - The present invention proposes the device, system and method used for the non-contact security information interaction. Said system used for the non-contact security information interaction comprises: a terminal for setting a parameter configuration in a non-contact IC card programmable read-write device, and initiating an information interaction with a server and said non-contact IC card programmable read-write device; and a non-contact IC card programmable read-write device for performing communication with a non-contact IC card and said terminal based on a predetermined parameter configuration in order to complete the security information interaction. The device, system and method used for the non-contact security information interaction disclosed in the present invention realize the support and selection for the multi-application on the non-contact IC card programmable read-write device, and can execute the on-line based application. | 05-21-2015 |
20150137941 | INTERNET-CONNECTED GARAGE DOOR CONTROL SYSTEM - An internet-connected garage door control system is disclosed that includes a garage door opener for opening and closing a garage door in response to signals received through the internet, and an in-vehicle remote garage door opener integrated into a vehicle for transmitting the signals through the internet to the garage door opener. The in-vehicle remote garage door opener includes an interface configured to communicate with an internet-connected device, a trainable RF transceiver for transmitting an RF signal to the garage door opener, a user-actuated input, an interface configured to communicate with an internet-connected device, and a controller, wherein, upon actuation of the user-actuated input, the controller is configured to at least one of (a) request a signal to be transmitted by the internet-connected device through the internet to the garage door opener, and (b) cause the trainable RF transceiver to transmit the RF signal to the garage door opener. | 05-21-2015 |
20150145644 | SELECTIVE ACCESS CONTROL APPARATUS FOR ANIMALS USING ELECTRONIC RECOGNITION - A method and system is provided that controls access to various different locations and/or objects whereby animals wearing an ID tag are reliably and consistently allowed or denied access to various locations and/or objects, such as food contained within a food delivery device dish for example. An RFID system that employs a internally powered RFID tag with inductively coupled transmissions where a reader is employed linked to an internal multiple antenna array that is focused on all possible animal approach directions for a range of up to 36″, but not more. | 05-28-2015 |
20150145645 | UPGRADE KIT FOR AN IGNITION KEY AND METHODS - One variation of an upgrade kit—for an ignition key corresponding to a vehicle and including an immobilizer transponder and a keyless entry transmitter—includes: a wireless jammer configured to interfere with wireless transmission from the immobilizer transponder; a wireless receiver configured to receive an unlock request from an external device; a relay configured to actuate the keyless entry transmitter to unlock a door of the vehicle in response to the unlock request; and an enclosure configured to contain the wireless receiver and a portion of the ignition key. | 05-28-2015 |
20150145646 | KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM - A keyless entry system includes an on-vehicle unit which is mounted in a vehicle, and a mobile device which is able to perform radio communication with the on-vehicle unit. The keyless entry system controls on-vehicle equipment mounted in the vehicle through radio communication between the on-vehicle unit and the mobile device. The on-vehicle unit has a plurality of LF transmission antennas (transmission antennas) for radio-transmitting a signal to the mobile device, and at least one of the plurality of LF transmission antennas is arranged in the vehicle interior of a door of the vehicle and is attached such that radiating magnetic flux passes through the window of the vehicle. | 05-28-2015 |
20150145647 | Electronic Key, Electronic Closure System and a Method for Allowing an Access Authorization - The invention relates to an electronic key ( | 05-28-2015 |
20150294515 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ELECTRONIC TICKET VALIDATION USING PROXIMITY DETECTION FOR TWO OR MORE TICKETS - A system for monitoring two or more persons in an area with an entry point having an access allowed indication or an access denied indication. a token device in communication with at least one wireless proximity detection device which determines a relative location of the token device to provide a detection data point for each of the wireless proximity detection devices and a set of detection data points for the group of detection data points; a system computing device which calculates the shared proximity of the token device according to the set of detection data points and determines that the token device contains at least two valid tickets or does not, if there are valid tickets and the shared proximity of the token device is within a predetermined area the access allowed indication will display to allow entry for a number of persons corresponding to the number of the tickets. | 10-15-2015 |
20150294517 | WIRELESS LOCKING SYSTEM - This document discloses a mobile key for a locking system, the mobile key comprising: a wireless communication circuitry configured to communicate wirelessly with a locking device of the locking system; a memory storing authentication information associated with access rights of the mobile key in the locking system. The mobile key further comprises a radio frequency trigger circuitry sensitized to detect a radio signal received in the mobile key and, upon detecting the reception of the radio signal, to wake up the wireless communication circuitry to communicate with the locking device. | 10-15-2015 |
20150294558 | METHOD OF REMOTELY CONTROLLING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES - A method of remotely controlling electrical appliances includes the steps of: inputting ID codes of a plurality of electrical appliances into a remote control device; selecting one of the electrical appliances and a corresponding operating command on the remote control device; generating a Wi-Fi signal to carry the first packet; transmitting the Wi-Fi signal to a repeater; converting the first packet carried thereby into a second packet; generating a RF signal to carry the second packet; transmitting the RF signal to the electrical appliances; comparing a ID code kept in a second ID code field of the second packet to the ID codes of the electrical appliances. Finally, the electrical appliance which has the matched ID code performs an operation according to an operating command in a second data field of the second packet. | 10-15-2015 |
20150302672 | PROCESS, SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MONITORING STATUS AND CONTROL OF EQUIPMENT - The present invention provides am apparatus and methods for an equipment monitoring system coupled to equipment, such as a garage door opener, sprinkler system, HVAC, and other equipment amenable to remote operation. The system permits a user to operate equipment controls via a smartphone, tablet, or other networked appliance. Photography and video equipment may be incorporated to validate equipment status and operation. | 10-22-2015 |
20150302673 | RELAY ATTACK PREVENTION FOR PASSIVE ENTRY/PASSIVE START SYSTEMS - A keyfob is disclosed for use in detecting an attack on a vehicle. The keyfob includes a microcontroller, a wake receiver and an accelerometer. The wake receiver is configured to measure received signal strength and save the measured value in received signal strength indicator (RSSI). The accelerometer is used to generate acceleration data. The microcontroller detects an attack based on the RSSI and the acceleration data. | 10-22-2015 |
20150310679 | SYSTEM ALLOWING A SERVICE PROVIDER TO SELECTIVELY OPEN A VEHICLE - A system for selectively opening a vehicle includes a first communication module for establishing a communication link to a service provider who obtains authorization data via a communication network, a first identification routine for unambiguously identifying the service provider, and a second communication module for establishing, via wireless communication, a communication link to a control unit of an access arrangement on a vehicle. A second identification routine allows the access arrangement to unambiguously identify the system. A third communication module receives update request data from the driver. An update routine updates authorization data in a memory of the system. When authorization is valid, the control unit receives a profiled control signal via the communication link, the profiled control signal causing the vehicle to be selectively opened via the control unit. | 10-29-2015 |
20150310680 | Method and Apparatus for Wirelessly Activating a Remote Mechanism - A system includes a first device to select and transmit a first code by a transmitter to a remote device; the remote device implements a sequence detector based on the first code; the transmitter in the first device generates a first sequence based on the first code; the sequence detector in the remote device detects the first sequence and activates the mechanism based on the detection; the first device may be a smartphone or a smart watch. | 10-29-2015 |
20150310681 | SYSTEM FOR ASSIGNING A SMARTPHONE AS A TEMPORARY KEY FOR A VEHICLE - A method of providing access to a vehicle, including wirelessly and electronically discovering a personal electronic device disposed outside of the vehicle. A remote central controller is wirelessly instructed to wirelessly transmit a certificate to the personal electronic device. The certificate from the personal electronic device is wirelessly received within the vehicle. Validation from the a remote central controller that the certificate from the personal electronic device was transmitted from the remote central controller to the personal electronic device is wirelessly received within the vehicle. An electronic key to the vehicle is wirelessly transmitted from the vehicle to the personal electronic device. | 10-29-2015 |
20150310684 | RADIO KEY FOR A VEHICLE - The invention relates to a radio key ( | 10-29-2015 |
20150310685 | ACCESS CONTROL METHOD, AND ASSOCIATED LOCK DEVICE AND ADMINISTRATION SERVER - An access control method is disclosed in which a lock device provides conditional access to a protected environment by short-range wireless communication with a key device having a key device identifier (KD_ID). In the method, the lock device requests the key device to provide a challenge response to a challenge generated by the lock device based on a challenge code kept by the lock device. The lock device receives the challenge response from the key device. The challenge response is generated by a remote administration server and is based on the key device identifier of the key device. The generated response is sent to the key device and forwarded from the key device to the lock device. The lock device then verifies the received challenge response based on the challenge code and on the key device identifier of the key device. | 10-29-2015 |
20150314750 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ENABLING AN AUTHORIZED VEHICLE DRIVEAWAY - Various embodiments may include methods and system for enabling an authorized vehicle driveaway. A vehicle driveaway authorization code for authorizing a vehicle to be driven and a user authorization code that corresponds to the vehicle driveaway authorization code may be generated. The codes may be generated by, for example, at least one server configured to generate the authorization codes. The at least one server may be communicating with a nomadic device and a vehicle driveaway authorization system. A vehicle driveaway request signal may be received. In response to a receipt of the vehicle driveaway request signal, the vehicle driveaway authorization code may be transmitted to the vehicle driveaway authorization system and the user authorization code may be transmitted to the nomadic device for input to the vehicle driveaway authorization system in order to enable the vehicle to be driven. | 11-05-2015 |
20150314756 | PASSIVE ACCESS SYSTEM FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE AND CORRESPONDING METHOD - A system for controlling access to a motor vehicle includes a vehicle-side control device which is coupled to a transmitter receiver device for wireless communication with a wireless ID provider. Upon actuation, a vehicle-side activation device transmits an activation signal to the ID provider. In the vehicle, an NFC (near field communication) device is provided in the region of the outer shell of the vehicle and is coupled to the activation device to actuate the activation device for transmitting the wake up signal, dependent upon an NFC data exchange between a vehicle-side NFC device and an external NFC communication device. Also disclosed is a related method for controlling access to a motor vehicle. | 11-05-2015 |
20150317854 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR RFID-BASED ACCESS MANAGEMENT OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES - Disclosed are systems and methods for preventing unauthorized persons from using an electronic device within a facility. In such an embodiment, the system may include a RFID tag having unique identification information associated with a wearer of the RFID tag. The RFID tag may be comprised in a non-removable item worn by the wearer, such as a bracelet. This system may also include an RFID reader associated with the electronic device and having an RFID coverage zone for detecting RFID tags within the coverage zone. A device management system may be connected to the reader and configured to determine whether a wearer in the coverage zone is authorized to use the electronic device based at least in part on detected RFID tag's unique identification information. In such an embodiment, the device management system is configured to activate the electronic device if it determines the authorized wearer is detected in the coverage zone. | 11-05-2015 |
20150325066 | SAFETY SYSTEM FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE DOOR, COMPRISING AT LEAST TWO SENSORS - The invention relates to a safety system for a door in a motor vehicle, comprising an electronic unit that includes at least one first and a second sensor. Each sensor has its own monitoring zone on the motor vehicle door. The safety system further comprises a lock which is arranged on the motor vehicle door and can be switched between a locked position and an unlocked position, as well as a user-held identifier which can be brought into data communication with a transceiver unit in the motor vehicle for authentication purposes. The electronic unit is designed in such a way as to be able to generate a trigger signal by having the user execute at least one defined movement pattern within the monitoring zones, thus allowing the position of the lock to be switched. | 11-12-2015 |
20150325069 | SECURITY ASSET MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, METHOD, AND RECEPTACLE THEREFOR - An asset management system can receive and track an asset with preexisting identification circuitry, such as a car fob. In embodiments, the car fob can be received by a receptacle and a sensor, such as an antenna, can be used to receive an identifier from the fob. A lockable drawer can be sized to receive the fob and can bring the fob into proximity with the antenna. | 11-12-2015 |
20150332533 | MOBILE KEY DEVICES SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROGRAMMING AND COMMUNICATING WITH AN ELECTRONIC PROGRAMMABLE KEY - Systems, methods, and apparatuses for communicating information, altering access rights, and transferring power to and from an electronic programmable key are disclosed. A mobile key interface device is configured to couple to a contact pin of the electronic programmable key to establish a channel of communication. Using the channel of communication, the mobile key interface device may communicate information, alter access rights, and transfer power to and from the electronic programmable key. The mobile key interface device may also communicate with a mobile communication device. Using the mobile communication device's network connection, the mobile key interface device may further establish a channel of communication from a control center to the electronic programmable key. | 11-19-2015 |
20150348344 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SIGNIFYING INTENT FOR LOCK OPERATION - A lock device is configured to receive a credential from a mobile device. The lock device is configured to monitor the distance between the mobile device and the lock device. The lock device is configured to detect an intent action by a user of the mobile device and unlock the lock device if the mobile device is within a predetermined distance from the lock device and the intent action is an approved intent action. | 12-03-2015 |
20150348347 | ACTIVE CONTAINER - A multi-functional active container (e.g., luggage or suitcase) with a plurality of sensors and actuators is described. The container may include a body defining an enclosure and having at least one opening. The container may include a processor, a wireless receiver, and an electronically controllable lock. The processor can selectively lock or unlock the electronically controllable lock based on signals received via a wireless receiver (e.g., via Wi-Fi or BLUETOOTH connections). In some examples, a distance between the active container and a remote device (e.g., a smart phone) can be determined (e.g., based on relative GPS signals or connection strength) and if the distance exceeds a threshold, the electronically controllable lock can be activated to secure the container. Further, the container may include a rechargeable power source for powering external devices and an integrated weight sensor for detecting the weight of the container. | 12-03-2015 |
20150356797 | VIRTUAL KEY FOB WITH TRANSFERABLE USER DATA PROFILE - A method for controlling various aspects of a vehicle includes registering a first mobile general-purpose processing device, such as a smart phone, with a vehicle. The method further authorizes the first mobile general-purpose processing device to be used as a key fob for controlling the vehicle. The method generates a user profile associated with a user of the vehicle. The user profile is stored on one or more of the first general-purpose processing device and the vehicle and contains information related to controlling the vehicle. The method enables at least part of the user profile to be downloaded to a second mobile general-purpose processing device to enable the second mobile general-purpose processing device to be used as a key fob for controlling the vehicle. A corresponding system and computer program product are also disclosed. | 12-10-2015 |
20150356801 | MOBILE KIOSK FOR INTELLIGENT SECURABLE DEVICES SYSTEM - A system and method of controlling a securable device in a set of securable devices may include establishing a centralized data repository with data representative of status of each securable device. Communications with a mobile kiosk application executing on a mobile device of a user may be established. Responsive to receiving a request from the mobile kiosk to identify an available securable device local and accessible to the user, the centralized data repository may be accessed, at least one securable device that is available may be identified, and data associated with the identified available securable device(s) may be communicated to the mobile kiosk to cause the mobile kiosk to communicate at least a portion of the data to one of the securable device(s). Responsive to receiving a status update of the securable device, the centralized data repository may be updated with the status update of the associated securable device. | 12-10-2015 |
20150363986 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR FACILITATING USER ACCESS TO VEHICLES BASED ON BIOMETRIC INFORMATION - Systems and methods are provided for authorizing a user to access an access-controlled environment. The system includes a system server platform that communicates with mobile devices (e.g., smartphones) and on-board vehicle computing devices accessed by users. The embodiments enable a series of operations whereby a user accessing a vehicle is prompted to biometrically authenticate using the user's smartphone or on-board vehicle computer. In addition, the system can further authorize the user and electronically facilitate access to the vehicle as well as perform other authorized operations relating to the use of the vehicle. In addition the vehicle access system integrates with various computing devices and computer-based services accessible to the user. The systems and methods also facilitate active monitoring of the vehicle occupants and environmental conditions using optical sensors and the like so as to enhance security, convenience and safety of the occupants during use of the vehicle. | 12-17-2015 |
20150371466 | AUDIO DATA PARSING METHOD - An audio data parsing method, comprising: a parsing device receiving audio data ( | 12-24-2015 |
20150371470 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR MANAGEMENT OF KEY EXCHANGES - Methods and systems for facilitating exchanges of keys between individuals across multiple locations are provided. Each key set is assigned a unique key identifier. The key identifier is encoded on a key chain attached to the key set. A key set is picked up or dropped off at a key exchange center and is scanned to read the key identifier. The key identifier is relayed to a key exchange server which tracks key locations. The key exchange server verifies that an individual is authorized to pick up a key set and provides instructions to a device at the key exchange center to enable access to the key set. The key exchange server coordinates drop-off of a key set by updating the key location associated with the key identifier at drop-off and providing instructions to a device at the key exchange center for storage of the key set. | 12-24-2015 |
20150371471 | Passive Entry System and Method for a Vehicle - A method includes transmitting polling signals from antennas at respective positions about a vehicle. Each polling signal includes identifying information. The method further includes receiving an acknowledgement signal from a remote unit. The acknowledgement signal includes information indicative of each polling signal received by the remote unit. The method further includes determining a position of the remote unit relative to the vehicle based upon the information of the acknowledgement signal. | 12-24-2015 |
20150371472 | VEHICULAR SYSTEM, VEHICLE SIDE UNIT, AND MOBILE DEVICE - A vehicular system includes a vehicle side unit and mobile devices registered to the vehicle side unit. The vehicle side unit transmits a first request signal designating a first mobile device. A replying section of the first mobile device replies a response signal when receiving the first request signal. A replying section of a second mobile device replies a non-designated report signal when receiving the first request signal at a time point different from a time point at which the first mobile device replies the response signal. The vehicle side unit includes a vehicle side receiving section receiving the signal transmitted from the replying section of each mobile device and a locked-in determiner determining that only the first mobile is locked in the compartment of the vehicle when the response signal from the first mobile device is received and the non-designated report signal is not received. | 12-24-2015 |
20150379790 | KEY FOB SECURITY COPY TO A MOBILE PHONE - A mobile device having a transceiver, a microphone, and a processor programmed to control a vehicle function at a vehicle computing system based on a received voice command via the microphone. The transceiver is configured to receive key fob security codes having predefined key assignments from the vehicle computing system. The microphone is configured to receive voice command inputs associated with the key fob security codes. The processor is programmed to configure a mobile device application to initiate vehicle control functions using the security codes, and in response to a voice command, transmit a vehicle function request to the vehicle computing system via the transceiver. | 12-31-2015 |
20150379791 | Wearable RFID Devices With Manually Activated RFID Tags - A wearable RFID device may include one or more manually activated RFID tags configured to transmit unique RFID signals in response to a manual activation thereof. Such wearable RFID devices may be worn about any aspect of a user's body, such as a hand, a wrist or an arm of the user, who may contact the manually activated RFID tag and transmit an RFID signal that is consistent with a particular action or instruction associated with a task. The action or the instruction may be executed based on the RFID signal, or upon receiving a confluence or sequence of RFID signals. Additionally, a wearable RFID device may be recognized by one or more discrete systems and configured to operate such systems accordingly. | 12-31-2015 |
20150379793 | COMMUNICATION SYSTEM, IN-VEHICLE DEVICE, MOBILE DEVICE, AND COMMUNICATION METHOD - A communication system includes an in-vehicle device including an in-vehicle device communication unit that performs wireless communication using a short-range wireless communication method, and an in-vehicle device control unit that executes control for transmitting a request signal; a mobile terminal including a mobile terminal communication unit that performs wireless communication using a short-range wireless communication method; and a mobile device including a mobile device communication unit that performs wireless communication using a short-range wireless communication method, a mobile device control unit that executes control for transmitting a response signal to a request signal from the in-vehicle device, and a mobile device transmission unit that transmits a response signal to the in-vehicle device according to the control by the mobile device control unit. The in-vehicle device control unit executes control for transmitting the request signal when the short-range wireless communication network is formed with the mobile terminal and the mobile device. | 12-31-2015 |
20150379795 | Active Detection Type Radio Frequency Identification Smart Door Lock Controller - An active detection type radio frequency identification (RFID) smart door lock controller includes a door lock controller having a triggering unit with an infrared sensing module for transmitting an infrared signal. The door lock controller further includes a reading unit and a control unit operatively coupled to a door lock. A user information is stored in an electronic tag unit having an RFID module. The triggering unit is activated when the infrared signal is blocked by the electronic tag unit and actuates the reading unit to activate the RFID module by a first RFID signal. The user information is sent by the RFID module to the reading unit by a second RFID signal and is then sent to the control unit. The control unit compares the user information with a user information stored in the control unit to decide whether or not to unlock the door lock. | 12-31-2015 |
20160005247 | ARRANGEMENT FOR THE AUTHORISED ACCESS OF AT LEAST ONE STRUCTURAL ELEMENT LOCATED IN A BUILDING - The invention relates to an arrangement and a method for the authorised access of at least one structural element located in a building. The arrangement comprises a remote server which is arranged in a long-range network and allocates and stores a personalised access authorisation, in connection, via a first bidirectional communications channel, with a control unit located in the building and used to control said at least one structural element, a terminal which is allocated to a user, registered at the server and connected to said server via a second bidirectional communications channel, and a positioning and identification system for said terminal, which is located in the building and/or global and in communicative connection with the control unit and/or terminal. | 01-07-2016 |
20160005248 | FIRST ENTRY NOTIFICATION - An access control system is disclosed in which a user or guest's first entry or usage of an electronic key is reported. Reporting of the first entry or usage may include information particular to the initial transaction and may be delivered by a path that is substantially the same, but reversed, from an original key delivery path. In this way, non-networked or ‘offline’ locks/readers can report first entry or usage of an electronic key. | 01-07-2016 |
20160012652 | SECURITY FOR AN ELECTRICALLY MOTORIZED VEHICLE | 01-14-2016 |
20160012653 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING VEHICLE SECURITY | 01-14-2016 |
20160012654 | Hands Free Access System for a Vehicle Closure | 01-14-2016 |
20160014103 | PHYSICAL ACCESS CONTROL AUTHENTICATION | 01-14-2016 |
20160019733 | SEQUENCING THE VALIDITY OF ACCESS CONTROL KEYS - Mechanisms are provided to sequence one or more access control keys residing on a mobile device to be used with an access control reader. In particular, solutions are described which allow a mobile device to receive one or more access control keys and receive additional sequence data. The sequence data may be created for a particular route or course such that a user is require to present the received access control keys to an access control reader in a particular order to gain access to a protected asset. | 01-21-2016 |
20160019734 | HANDS-FREE TRUNK RELEASE AND VEHICLE ENTRY - A remote keyless entry system including a keyless fob having a transmitter for remote transmission of a semi-passive function control signal to an automobile in which the user does not have to manually actuate the fob while it transitions with the user from a point outside of its semi-passive range with respect to the automobile to a point within its semi-passive range. The user need only actuate the semi-passive signal transmission once and it is repetitively transmitted for a given amount of time whereby the trunk lid for example of the user's automobile will open as the user and the keyless fob move into a predetermined range from the automobile. A vehicle receive may initiate the function only once despite receiving repeated transmissions of the semi-passive function control signal from the fob within the semi-passive range. | 01-21-2016 |
20160019735 | Wireless Device Enabled Locking System - An encrypted security system and associated methods for controlling physical access. The system includes a security server configured to receive a request for authentication from a mobile device, the request comprising information identifying the mobile device and a physical access control device. The security server forwards an encryption message comprising a plurality of unique identifiers to the physical access control device via the mobile device. The physical access control device is configured to authenticate the plurality of unique identifiers in the encryption message and operate an access control mechanism. | 01-21-2016 |
20160019737 | BLUETOOTH ZONE CONTROL USING PROXIMITY DETECTION - According to various aspects, exemplary embodiments are disclosed of a Bluetooth zone control system. In an exemplary embodiment, a Bluetooth zone control system generally includes a first Bluetooth device configured to provide a first Bluetooth signal. A location of the first Bluetooth device corresponds to a location of a machine. The system also includes an operator control unit having a second Bluetooth device configured to detect the first Bluetooth signal. The operator control unit is configured to control the machine based on first authorization rights when the second Bluetooth device detects the first Bluetooth signal at or above a signal threshold, and to control the machine based on second authorization rights when the second Bluetooth device does not detect the first Bluetooth signal at or above the signal threshold. | 01-21-2016 |
20160027226 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR ISSUING AN ACCESS AUTHORIZATION - A method and a device for issuing an authorization for access to a secured area, particularly a building, a room, a vehicle, a computer system or the like, or for starting a machine, a vehicle, a computer or the like, having a monitoring unit comprising a transmitter, a receiver, and an evaluation device, and having a key, a key card or similar, referred to as a key in short below, having a transmitter, a receiver and an electronic device. A permissible position and/or a permissible distance between the transmitter of the monitoring unit to a permissible key is captured for issuing an authorization, wherein the transmitter of the monitoring unit transmits signals and the key transmits response signals back to the monitoring unit. The permissible position and/or the permissible distance of the key are determined from the signals of the transmitter received by the key, wherein a signal strength of said signals is evaluated in various directions and/or angles. A monitoring unit and a key are suitable for use in a device according to the preceding claims. | 01-28-2016 |
20160033636 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR FINDING VEHICLE - A system for finding a vehicle includes a function controller, a key for matching with and controlling the function controller, and a portable device. The portable device can match with the key and transmit an instruction to the key. The key includes a first positioning module, and the function controller includes a second positioning module coupled to the first positioning module. The first positioning module and the second positioning module can receive data as to the distance between and respective locations of the chip key and the function controller. The present disclosure also discloses a method for finding vehicle. | 02-04-2016 |
20160035159 | METHOD FOR USING MOBILE DEVICES WITH VALIDATED USER NETWORK IDENTITY AS PHYSICAL IDENTITY PROOF - The present disclosure discloses a method and network device for using mobile devices with validated user network identity as physical identity proof. Responsive to successfully authenticating a client device for network access, a system generates a network credential for the client device and transmits the network credential to the client device. Further, the system detects that the client device is within a range of a short range wireless device that is associated with a particular physical action. Consequently, the system validates the network credential that the client device possesses. Based on the network credential, the system determines that the client device has permissions for performing the particular physical action, and causes performance of the particular physical action. | 02-04-2016 |
20160035162 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ACCESSING A STRUCTURE USING A MOBILE DEVICE - A wireless device access system employs short-range wireless communication to require the proximity of a user device to a structure prior to communicating an unlock request. The access system authenticates the unlock request and the proximity of the user to the structure prior to transmitting an unlock command to the structure. Additionally, the wireless device may require the proximity of a user token prior to operation and/or the access system may include an override within the structure blocking any unlock command. | 02-04-2016 |
20160035163 | LOCATION TRACKING FOR LOCKING DEVICE - Disclosed are methods, systems, and computer-readable media for tracking location of locking devices. One locking device includes a wireless transceiver, a memory, an electronically controllable locking mechanism, a processor, and a location determination circuit configured to determine a location of the electronic locking device. The processor is configured to receive one or more location data items indicating the location of the electronic locking device at one or more times, to store the one or more location data items in the memory, and to transmit the one or more location data items from the memory to a mobile device via the wireless transceiver. | 02-04-2016 |
20160035164 | WEARABLE PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE - A wearable portable electronic device includes a main body, a strap connected to the main body, and a transponder. The transponder includes a control module mounted on the main body, an ultrahigh frequency (UHF) transmitter electrically connected to the control module, an UHF antenna coupled to the UHF transmitter, a lower frequency (LF) receiver electrically connected to the control module, and a first LF antenna coupled to the LF receiver. The UHF antenna and the first LF antenna are mounted on the strap. The UHF antenna is mounted on a first portion of the strap. The LF antenna is mounted on a second portion of the strap and the first strap portion is positioned away from the second strap portion. | 02-04-2016 |
20160035165 | WIRELESS ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM AND RELATED METHODS - A wireless access control system includes a remote access device. A plugin device communicates with the remote access device. A lock controls the ability to lock and unlock a door in which the lock is disposed. The lock is in communication with the plugin device. The plugin device determines a distance between the remote access device and the lock and causes the lock to communicate with the remote access device when the remote access device is at a distance less than or equal to a predetermined distance from the lock to enable the lock to be unlocked. | 02-04-2016 |
20160042579 | MULTIPLE-BAND IDENTIFICATION AND RANGING - A long-range power-efficient multiple-band identification system and method includes, for example, a base-station control module and paired electronic key fob. The base-station control module and paired electronic key fob is arranged to provide a UHF (ultra-high frequency) wake transmitter for transmitting a wakeup signal in a UHF frequency range to the paired electronic key. When in range, the electronic key is awakened by the wakeup signal and in response transmits an acknowledgment reply to the base-station control module. After receiving the acknowledgment, the base-station control module transmits a relatively high power localization signal for determining an electronic key location. | 02-11-2016 |
20160042581 | CONTROL METHOD FOR SMART LOCK, A SMART LOCK, AND A LOCK SYSTEM - A control method of a smart lock is to be implemented by a mobile device which is communicably coupled to the smart lock. The control method includes the steps of sensing touch inputs performed upon the mobile device so as to generate a sensing signal, determining whether the sensing signal conforms to a preset touch code, which is associated with a predetermined sequence of touch inputs on the mobile device, generating a control signal which is to be transmitted to the smart lock for controlling the smart lock to lock or unlock when it is determined that the sensing signal conforms to the preset touch code; and transmitting the control signal to the smart lock. | 02-11-2016 |
20160047142 | WIRELESS LOCKING DEVICE - An electronic locking device can be configured to become active from a low power state, receive physical input to unlock, and provide access to a replaceable power supply. An electronic locking device can use a combination of physical input and discovery of an authorized mobile device to enable transition from a locked state to an unlocked state. Authorization can be internally stored or externally obtained through a service. An electronic locking device can match a series of physical interactions to a series of stored interactions to enable transition from a locked state to an unlocked state, when an authorized device is unavailable. An electronic locking device can provide access to a replaceable power supply when a latch is released. | 02-18-2016 |
20160049025 | INTELLIGENT DOOR LOCK SYSTEM WITH WIRELESS ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM - A wireless access control system locks or unlocks a door at a dwelling. A remote access device transmits a signal. A lock system, for locking and unlocking a door in which the lock is located, includes a lock, a processor with a memory, one or more wireless communication devices coupled to a circuit and one or more motion transfer device coupled to a drive shaft. The lock receives the signal and enables the lock to be one of locked or unlocked in response to the signal. The remote access device has a controller for generating the signal, and an accelerometer providing an acceleration signal to the controller when the accelerometer experiences an acceleration. The controller generates the signal in response to the acceleration signal. | 02-18-2016 |
20160049026 | WIRELESS ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR INTELLIGENT DOOR LOCK SYSTEM - A wireless access control system includes a mobile device for accessing a lock. A mobile device controller generates a signal configured to be transmitted to an intelligent lock system. The intelligent lock system includes a lock, a processor with a memory, one or more wireless communication devices coupled to a circuit and one or more motion transfer device coupled to a drive shaft, the lock receiving the signal, and enabling a change of a state of the lock between locked and unlocked. A geo-positioning system sensor determines a geographic location of the mobile device, the controller determines whether or not the geographic position is within a geo-fence for the lock. | 02-18-2016 |
20160049027 | ELECTRONIC LOCK WITH SELECTABLE POWER SOURCES - Embodiments are directed to determining, by a processing device, a state of an internal power supply associated with a lock, and selecting, by the processing device, at least one of the internal power supply and an external power supply to power the lock based on the determination of the state of the internal power supply. | 02-18-2016 |
20160049028 | ELECTRONIC ACCESS CONTROL AND LOCATION TRACKING SYSTEM - A method and system that allows authorized individuals access into controlled access locations and the ability to grant temporary and limited access to guests into these locations. The method and system allows for navigational services to be provided to members and guests, and real-time tracking and confirmation to members and administrators that guests have arrived at their destination and did not enter any unauthorized areas. The method preferably can work through a system of wireless radio, sound and/or light-based beacons communicating with member and guest's electronic devices. Members and administrators can send one or more temporary electronic access keys to a guest's smartphone or other electronic device. Wireless radio, sound and/or light-based beacons provide an access control and location tracking system with real-time data about the member and guest whereabouts, allowing for the confirmation and tracking. | 02-18-2016 |
20160049029 | DISTRIBUTION OF PREMISES ACCESS INFORMATION - Premises access information can be distributed using a system having a ticket server coupled to a remotely located premises server. The ticket server receives a ticket request from a host device. After interacting with the premises server, the ticket server sends access-related information to a visitor device. The visitor device can later use the access-related information to gain access to a premises. | 02-18-2016 |
20160049030 | MANAGING ACCESS RIGHTS - Methods, devices, and systems for managing access rights are described herein. One method includes receiving, by a mobile device, information from a passive tag located at an entrance to an area, wherein the information includes identification information for the entrance, sending, by the mobile device to a computing device of an access control system associated with the area, the information from the passive tag and a request to access the area, and granting, by the computing device of the access control system, access to the area based on the information from the passive tag and the request to access the area. | 02-18-2016 |
20160049033 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR A KEY FOB BASE STATION ENABLING REMOTE CAR ACCESS USING A NOMADIC DEVICE - A vehicle key base station is configured to comprise at least one controller in communication with a key fob and a nomadic device using one or more transceivers. The at least one controller may be configured to receive a security code request from the nomadic device. The at least one controller may be further configured to verify the nomadic device is approved to communicate with vehicle key fob based on a pre-registration configuration. If the nomadic device is approved, the at least one controller may be further configured to transmit the request to the key fob and receive the vehicle security code from the key fob. The at least one controller may be further configured to transmit the vehicle security code to the nomadic device. | 02-18-2016 |
20160055690 | SECURE SHORT-DISTANCE-BASED COMMUNICATION AND VALIDATION SYSTEM FOR ZONE-BASED VALIDATION - A secure short-distance-based communication and validation system validates users in a validation area. The system may include multiple zones in the validation area and beacons in each zone. A run-time mobile device identifier and keys that may be location-specific, device-specific and time-specific are generated and utilized for secure communication between mobile devices and a zone computer in a zone. The validation area may be in a vehicle, and validation may include deducting a fare. | 02-25-2016 |
20160055691 | SMART KEY CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR VEHICLE - A method for controlling a remote control key of a vehicle which includes the remote control key for remotely controlling control objects of the vehicle. The method includes receiving an order for whether to lock or unlock the remote control key and locking the remote control key if the received order is for locking the remote control key. | 02-25-2016 |
20160055692 | Method and system for access control proximity location - A system for a frictionless access control automatically identifies users and enables access to restricted areas of a building for example via access points such as locked doors. The system allows access when authorized users are in the vicinity of doors without requiring the users to swipe access keycards (or badges) at keycard terminals located at the doors, as in current systems. The system includes user devices such as key fobs and mobile phones that wirelessly broadcast user information and unique IDs for each of the devices in data packets, which are received by positioning units. The positioning units determine locations of the user devices, and send the packet data and the location data to a verification and tracking system. Preferably, the positioning units include two or more antennas that determine close proximity of users to access points while also allowing the system to continuously monitor the locations of the users. | 02-25-2016 |
20160055693 | VALIDATION IN SECURE SHORT-DISTANCE-BASED COMMUNICATION AND ENFORCEMENT SYSTEM ACCORDING TO VISUAL OBJECTS - A secure short-distance-based communication and enforcement system validates users in a validation and enforcement area and can check if users in the validation and enforcement area have been validated. A visual object can be displayed on an enforcement computer and a mobile device of a user in the in the validation and enforcement area to determine if a user is validated. The visual object may be periodically changed. | 02-25-2016 |
20160055696 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING TRUNK OF VEHICLE TO BE OPENED OR CLOSED USING WEARABLE DEVICE - A method and a system for controlling a trunk to be opened or closed using a wearable device. The trunk may be opened or closed using a non-contact arrangement by causing the wearable device to generate an electromyogram (EMG) signal of a user depending on whether or not the user carries heavy luggage, and causing the vehicle to receive the EMG signal wirelessly. | 02-25-2016 |
20160055699 | METHODS AND DEVICES FOR MANAGING ACCESS TO A VEHICLE - Methods, system, mobile node, administrative module for managing access to a vehicle and/or for activating temporary access to the vehicle. A fixed unit comprising a short range transceiver is provided in the vehicle, for managing access thereto the vehicle. A virtual key is provided to the mobile device that has a primary function other than virtual key management. The fixed unit interacts only via the short range transceiver while granting access, the virtual key may be associated by the mobile device to a valet key device for granting conditional access to the vehicle. | 02-25-2016 |
20160063777 | WEARABLE KEY FOB - A wearable key fob is disclosed herein. The wearable key fob includes a wrist band including a slot and a key fob including a charging tab that fits into the slot of the wrist band; wherein the key fob is configured for vehicle operability and monitoring a user's health. | 03-03-2016 |
20160063778 | Proximity security system and method for industrial door openers - A system and method for controlling industrial doors using smart devices that must be within a predetermined distance from the door to operate the door. A beacon such as a BLE device is placed near the door. A smart device also contains a BLE capable or other similar module. The smart device communicates with the door controller using conventional wireless technologies, either directly or through a central computer. The smart device is able to determine its distance from the door controller using the two paired devices. If the smart device is within a predetermined distance from the door, and if all other criteria for allowing access are met, the controller operates the door. | 03-03-2016 |
20160063780 | Methods, Software, and Systems for Providing Policy-Based Access - Methods, software, apparatus, and systems for policy-based access control are provided. In one embodiment, a method for providing policy-based access to a policy-controlled resource for a user, comprising: detecting an electronically encoded signal from a computer-controlled electronic access control service at a user-controlled computer-controlled electronic communications device proximate to the user; receiving an electronically encoded compliance query from the computer-controlled electronic access control service at the computer-controlled electronic communications device; determining an electronically encoded response to the electronically encoded compliance query using an electronically encoded, computer-controlled process on the computer-controlled computation device; and returning the electronically encoded response to the computer-controlled electronic access control service using the computer-controlled computation device. | 03-03-2016 |
20160063781 | Self-Service Terminal (SST) Safe and Methods of Operating a Lock for the SST Safe - A Self-Service Terminal (SST) safe that includes a lock drive adapted and configured to i) operate inside the SST safe, ii) receive a wireless code sent from outside the SST safe, and iii) determine whether to lock or unlock the SST safe from inside the SST safe in response to the wireless code, and wherein the wireless code is cryptographically secured and authenticated prior to any unlock or lock operation. | 03-03-2016 |
20160063782 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MANAGING BICYCLES, MOTORCYCLES AND THE LIKE - A lock management system for using a portable device to manage a lock for bicycles, motorcycles and the like is disclosed. The lock comprising a wireless communicating module, configured for establishing a wireless connection with the portable device, and receiving an instruction associated with an access credential from the portable device through the wireless connection; and a control module, coupled to the wireless communicating module and configured for determining whether the access credential provides a right to control the lock based on the instruction received by the wireless communicating module, and controlling the lock according to the instruction from the portable device if the access credential provides the right to control the lock. | 03-03-2016 |
20160063783 | Proximity Security System and Method for Industrial Door Openers - A system and method for controlling industrial doors using smart devices that must be within a predetermined distance from the door to operate the door. A beacon such as a BLE device is placed near the door. A smart device also contains a BLE capable or other similar module. The smart device communicates with the door controller using conventional wireless technologies, either directly or through a central computer. The smart device is able to determine its distance from the door controller using the two paired devices. If the smart device is within a predetermined distance from the door, and if all other criteria for allowing access are met, the controller operates the door. | 03-03-2016 |
20160063784 | PORTABLE DEVICE FOR SMART ENTRY - A portable device for smart entry for locking and unlocking a door includes an electronic circuit, battery, and a controller. The electronic circuit is configured to perform wireless communication for locking and unlocking the door. The battery is configured to supply electric power to the electronic circuit. The controller configured to control the wireless communication. The controller is configured to shut off conduction of electric current between the battery and the electronic circuit when the controller determines that a remaining capacity of the battery is equal to or lower than a reference value. The controller is configured to resume conduction of electric current between the battery and the electronic circuit when a particular operation on the portable device is detected after the conduction is shut off. | 03-03-2016 |
20160071341 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MEDICAL MONITORING DEVICE GESTURE CONTROL LOCKOUT - A medical monitoring device may include a gesture control sensor for detecting gesture commands from users. The medical monitoring device may enable gesture control when it receives an identifier from a tag and the identifier is authenticated. The tag may include an RFID tag and/or a barcode. The identifier may be authenticated locally and/or by a remote device communicatively coupled to the medical monitoring device (e.g., over a network). Once gesture control is enabled, gestures by the user may be identified by the medical monitoring device, an action corresponding to the gesture may be determined, and the action may be performed. The gesture control sensor may be disabled manually or automatically when predetermined criteria are satisfied to prevent the gesture control sensor from receiving inadvertent commands. | 03-10-2016 |
20160071342 | ZONE-BASED USER VERIFICATION SERVER, SYSTEM, AND METHOD THEREOF - Provided are a zone-based user verification system, a method thereof, and a zone-based user verification server. The zone-based user verification system includes a verification zone setting device configured to set a user verification zone and transmit user verification zone information to a user terminal located near the set user verification zone, a user terminal configured to determine whether the user terminal has entered the user verification zone by using the user verification zone information, and transmit identification information for user verification when it is determined that the user terminal has entered the user verification zone, a service terminal configured to transmit a user verification request signal when it is determined that the user terminal has entered the user verification zone, and a user verification server configured to perform user verification by using information included in the user verification request signal received from the service terminal and identification information for user verification received from the user terminal. | 03-10-2016 |
20160071344 | CONTROL SYSTEM AND CONTROL METHOD FOR VEHICLE ANTI-THEFT - A control method for anti-theft is provided. The method is running to a vehicle. The control method includes: allocating a calculation factor dynamically; calculating a high-frequency compensation value according to the calculation factor; adding the high-frequency compensation value to a frequency value of the high-frequency signal to obtain a first frequency value of the high-frequency signal; switching a high-frequency receive unit to a new channel being able to receive a high-frequency signal having a frequency value that is equal to the first frequency value of the high-frequency signal; receiving a high-frequency signal when a frequency value of the high-frequency signal is equal to the first frequency value of the high-frequency signal; and unlocking the vehicle according to the high-frequency signal. | 03-10-2016 |
20160071347 | Equipment System Checking Apparatus and Method - An apparatus and system that ensures that defined equipment systems are monitored and checked before the equipment may be used is described. The invention includes apparatus that encourages the equipment operator to perform specified monitoring checks on specified systems at specified intervals, and requires that the check is done by the operator physically removing a check device such as a crankcase or transmission dipstick, radiator cap, air filter, and so on. Failure to perform the required monitoring task results in the equipment being disabled or locked out so that the operator is unable to use the equipment; for example, a starter motor may be locked out so that the engine cannot start until a specified monitoring check has been completed. | 03-10-2016 |
20160078700 | CONTROL SYSTEM AND CONTROL METHOD FOR VEHICLE ANTI-THEFT - A control method for vehicle anti-theft is provided. The control method includes: identifying whether a smart key matches with a vehicle when a trigger of the vehicle is activated; generating a vehicle location data when the smart key matches with the vehicle; receiving a smart key location data; calculating a distance between the smart key and the vehicle according to the vehicle location data and the smart key location data; determining whether the distance between the smart key and the vehicle is within a predefined distance; and unlocking the vehicle when the distance between the smart key and the vehicle is within the predefined distance. | 03-17-2016 |
20160078703 | SECURE ELECTRONIC COMPARTMENT IDENTIFIER SYSTEM - A latch, or tag that can be used on luggage, baggage, trunks, rail cars, trailers or any compartment that can be opened and closed that establishes profile data that is associate with the latch or tag and is adapted to store personal data and an identifier in the latch mechanism or on the tag. The profile data can be used to establish a risk factor with the luggage or compartment and/or a person associated with the luggage or compartment. | 03-17-2016 |
20160086400 | WIRELESS ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM INCLUDING DISTANCE BASED LOCK ASSEMBLY AND REMOTE ACCESS DEVICE ENROLLMENT AND RELATED METHODS - A system may include a lock assembly that includes a lock, lock wireless communications circuitry, and a lock controller switchable between lock controller enrollment and operational modes. A remote device may include remote access wireless communications circuitry, and a remote access controller switchable between remote access controller enrollment and operational modes. The remote access controller, when in the enrollment mode, pairs the remote device with the lock assembly, and when in operational mode and paired, transmits a command. The lock controller may, when in the enrollment mode, determines whether the remote device is in the enrollment mode and within a threshold distance from the lock assembly less than a communication distance therebetween, and pairs with the remote device based upon being in the enrollment mode and within the threshold distance, and, when the lock controller is in the operational mode, switch the lock based upon the command. | 03-24-2016 |
20160086401 | METHOD FOR PREVENTING RELAY-ATTACK ON SMART KEY SYSTEM - The present invention relates to a method for preventing a relay-attack on a smart key system, and in particular, provides an advantage of preventing a vehicle and equipment stored inside the vehicle from being stolen by using predetermined information transmitted and received when the SMK UNIT of the vehicle and a FOB Key wirelessly communicate with each other and enabling a holder of the FOB Key to make the relay-attack once the holder secures visibility from the vehicle. | 03-24-2016 |
20160093127 | ENTRY POINT VALIDATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Various embodiments herein each include at least one of systems, devices, methods, and software for entry point validation. Such embodiments may be implemented at entry points to controlled access areas, such as ticketed events, venues, buildings, rooms, elevators, and the like. One embodiment includes receiving a beacon identifier on a mobile device from a beacon device associated with an entry point. This embodiment further includes transmitting, via a network from the mobile device, the beacon identifier and at least one identifier to a backend system with an entry request to electronically cause a credential to be provided to a computing device associated with an entry point. | 03-31-2016 |
20160093130 | Door Access Control System with a Cloud Function - A door access control system ( | 03-31-2016 |
20160098870 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR REMOTE ACCESS CONTROL - A method to learn and then pair with a pre-installed access control system of a vehicle is discussed. Communication is exchanged between the access control system and a backend cloud-based system. Required data of the access control system including its particular authentication code is extracted by a learning device. A vehicle matching data is sent to the backend cloud-based system and the vehicle is registered with the backend cloud-based system. The learning device is registered to the access control system in accordance with learning procedures implemented in the vehicle as remote entry key. The learning device is coupled to a Radio Frequency signal transmitter that has Application-Specific Integrated Circuits to generate stable RF signals at multiple frequency wavelengths. Registration of learning device includes, receiving a first access control telegram message, transmitting the first access control telegram message to the access control system, pairing the learning device with the access control system. | 04-07-2016 |
20160098871 | Package Exchange and Service System Using a Key Fob Simulator - A key fob simulator for sending actuation command to a vehicle is discussed. The key fob has memory buffers, processors, and a transceiver that uses wireless communications to communicate with a backend cloud-based system. A RF transmitter of the key fob can transmit RF signals to Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) module of the vehicle. A mapping module includes a map-calculating circuit to calculate map coordinates of the key fob. A security module can receive a rolling security key of the RKE module of the vehicle. The key fob includes buttons that can be pushed by a user of the key fob to generate actuation commands by the security module. Using the RF transmitter, an actuation command and the rolling security key can be sent from security module to the RKE module of the vehicle. The RKE module then executes the actuation command after validating the rolling security key. | 04-07-2016 |
20160098872 | SYSTEM FOR ZONED ADMISSION TO PERFORMANCE EVENTS - A method and a device are disclosed including a software or physical admission certificate configured to allow admission of a spectator to a special admission zone with a view to a performance stage for a predefined duration of time. The special admission zone is usable by multiple spectators in multiple successive time periods during the same performance. In various embodiments, the special admission zone is created by partitioning a general admission zone adjacent to the performance stage. In other embodiments, the special admission zone may be constructed as a “catwalk” around the stage to provide elevated viewing. In still other embodiments, the special admission zone may be formed near indoor or outdoor stages. In various embodiments, the admission certificate may be embodied in a computing device such as a smartphone, while in other embodiments the admission certificate may be in the form of a RFID equipped wristband. | 04-07-2016 |
20160098873 | CLOUD-BASED PHYSICAL ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM HAVING AN EXPANDABLE WIRELESS NETWORK - A system and method for implementing an improved physical access control system that may be installed as a new system, installed to upgrade an existing system, or installed to expand an existing system, wherein a door access control system may include a new central processing appliance that may be implemented in software to thereby remove dependence upon hardware, enable implementation as a virtual machine, enable implementation in the cloud to thereby increase access, may include a central I/O controller for the central processing appliance and a new remote I/O controller at each door for handling communications, and wherein the remote I/O controllers may also provide wireless network functionality to enable wireless expansion and improved data integrity of the system. | 04-07-2016 |
20160098874 | WIRELESS ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM INCLUDING REMOTE ACCESS WIRELESS DEVICE GENERATED MAGNETIC FIELD BASED UNLOCKING AND RELATED METHODS - A wireless access control system may include a remote access wireless device that includes a magnetic field generator and a remote controller coupled to remote access wireless device wireless communications circuitry and the magnetic field generator. The system may also include a lock assembly for a door and that includes a magnetic sensor and a lock controller coupled to a lock, lock wireless communications circuitry, and the magnetic sensor. The remote controller may communicate a magnetic field characteristic with the lock wireless communications circuitry, and cooperate with the magnetic field generator to generate a magnetic field based upon the magnetic field characteristic. The lock controller may cooperate with the magnetic sensor to sense the magnetic field, compare the sensed magnetic field to the magnetic field characteristic, and enable lock unlocking when the sensed magnetic field has a sensed magnetic field characteristic that matches the magnetic field characteristic. | 04-07-2016 |
20160098876 | END TO END SYSTEM FOR SERVICE DELIVERY TO AND FROM A VEHICLE USING A DONGLE - A dongle module to be installed in a vehicle is discussed. The dongle module has memory buffers and processors. The dongle module also has a first transceiver that couples the on-board diagnostic (OBD) port of the vehicle to communicate with a fault and diagnostic module of the vehicle. A second transceiver uses wireless communications to communicate with one or more client devices. An RF transmitter transmits RF signals to Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) module of the vehicle. A mapping module either include a first map calculating chip to calculate map coordinates of the vehicle, or periodically receive map coordinates from a client device. A security module is configured either to receive, or to implement an algorithm to determine, a rolling security key of the RKE module of the vehicle. The security module also receives commands to be transmitted by the RF transmitter to the RKE module to be executed. | 04-07-2016 |
20160104333 | ELECTRONIC LOCK AND METHOD FOR WIRELESSLY UNLOCKING THE ELECTRONIC LOCK - A method for unlocking an electronic lock includes receiving a password transmitted from an electronic device, and determining whether the received password matches a preset password, the preset password is a certain movement of one or more electronic devices. If the received password matches the preset password, determining whether the electronic lock is operating in a temporary pass state or in a non-temporary pass state. The electronic lock is unlocked if the electronic lock is operating in the temporary pass state, but further user verifications are required if the electronic lock is operating in the non-temporary pass state. | 04-14-2016 |
20160104334 | WIRELESS ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM INCLUDING LOCK ASSEMBLY GENERATED MAGNETIC FIELD BASED UNLOCKING AND RELATED METHODS - A wireless access control system may include a remote access wireless device that includes a magnetic sensor and a remote controller coupled to remote wireless communications circuitry and the magnetic sensor. The system may also include a lock assembly for a door that includes a magnetic field generator and a lock controller coupled to a lock, lock wireless communications circuitry, and the magnetic field generator. The lock controller may communicate a magnetic field characteristic with the remote wireless communications circuitry, and cooperate with the magnetic field generator to generate a magnetic field based upon the magnetic field characteristic. The remote controller may cooperate with the magnetic sensor to sense the magnetic field, compare the sensed magnetic field to the magnetic field characteristic, and communicate to enable lock unlocking when the sensed magnetic field has a sensed magnetic field characteristic that matches the magnetic field characteristic. | 04-14-2016 |
20160110938 | Backup Key for Multiple Backup Key Integration into a Mobile Device Case - A backup key for a vehicle includes a blade extending along an axis within a first plane and a head, attached to the blade, extending along the axis and defining a slot along the axis for insertion of a torque assisting device. The slot may be configured to receive a coin. The slot may be configured such that the torque assisting device, when inserted into the slot, lies in a second plane that is generally perpendicular to the first plane. A case for a portable electronic device includes a housing configured to receive the portable electronic device and defining a plurality of receptacles for one or more backup keys. The case also includes a key fob circuit for wirelessly interfacing with a keyless entry system and a communication circuit that connects to the key fob circuit for coupling the portable electronic device and the keyless entry system. | 04-21-2016 |
20160117874 | Remote Guest Access to a Secured Premises - Application software for a mobile utilizes a functionality of the mobile device to determine a location and determine whether the location is within a predetermined area surrounding an access control device that controls access to the secured premises. In response to determining that the mobile device is located within the predetermined area, the application software can display identification information for owners or tenants of the secured premises. Upon receipt of a selection received from a user input of the mobile device, the mobile device can communicate with a device of the owner over any suitable communication network in order to be granted access to the secured premises by operation of the access control device. | 04-28-2016 |
20160117877 | PORTABLE DEVICE, COMMUNICATION DEVICE, AND COMMUNICATION SYSTEM - A communication system includes: a vehicle-mounted communication device and a portable device. The communication device includes: a vehicle transmission unit which transmits a plurality of first signals to the portable device, and a vehicle reception unit which receives a second signal transmitted from the portable device. The portable device includes: a portable device reception unit which receives the first signals, a portable device controller which detects signal intensities of the received first signals, and which compares the signal intensities of the first signals, and a portable device transmission unit which transmits the second signal according to control of the portable device controller. The portable device controller sets an output value of the second signal to a predetermined value when a difference between the compared signal intensities of the first signals is equal to or less than a threshold. | 04-28-2016 |
20160133072 | PASSIVE ENTRY CELL PHONE AND METHOD AND SYSTEM THEREFOR - A system for a vehicle including: a bluetooth receiver configured to be installed in a vehicle and connected with an electronic system of the vehicle; and a phone including a long-range radio frequency (RF) transceiver configured to transmit signals to and receive signals from a cellular network and a bluetooth transmitter configured to communicate with the bluetooth receiver in the vehicle within a predetermined range. | 05-12-2016 |
20160140787 | SMART KEY AND METHOD THEROF FOR GENERATING MATCHING KEY OF LOCK - A method for generating a matching key of a lock includes obtaining user information input by a user of a smart key, determining whether the user is an authorized user of the smart key, obtaining lock information of the lock, obtaining key information of the lock, and generating a matching key to unlock the lock. When the lock is an electronic lock, the smart key generates an electronic matching key. When the lock is a mechanical lock, the smart key generates a mechanical matching key. | 05-19-2016 |
20160140788 | DEVICE FOR PROTECTING THE ACCESS TO A VEHICLE BY MEANS OF A MOBILE PHONE - A method of access to a motor vehicle includes establishing contactless communication according to an NFC protocol between a badge of the motor vehicle and a smartphone, communicating an authentication key from the badge to the smartphone, transmitting the authentication key of the smartphone to a server by telephone communication, the server being capable of communicating with the vehicle, and recognizing the authentication key by the server and transmitting data concerning a status of the vehicle from the server to the smartphone. | 05-19-2016 |
20160148448 | SIGN DETECTION IN MULTI-DIMENSIONAL SIGNAL MEASUREMENTS - Systems, methods, circuits and computer-readable mediums are disclosed for sign detection in multi-dimensional signal measurements. In some implementations, orthogonally oriented antennas are configured to generate signals in response to a magnetic field, where the signals correspond to components of magnetic field vectors in space. A circuit is coupled to the antennas and configured to: determine polarities of the signals based on phase measurements between the signals; reduce a possible number of magnetic field vector interpretations based on the determined polarities of the signals; reduce a possible number of angles or angle differences between the magnetic field vectors based on the reduced possible number of magnetic field vector interpretations; compare the reduced possible number of angles or angle differences to predetermined angle or angle differences; and detect a relay attack based on results of the comparing. | 05-26-2016 |
20160148450 | VEHICLE REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM AND VEHICLE-MOUNTED APPARATUS INCORPORATED IN THE SAME - A vehicle remote control system including an electronic key pre-registered as a device via which a vehicle can be remote-operated, and a mobile communication device pre-registered as a device that belongs to a user of the vehicle. In the system, a vehicle-mounted authentication unit is configured to determine whether or not authentication of the electronic key and the mobile communication device has succeeded, and a vehicle-mounted allowance determination unit is configured to, if it is determined by the vehicle-mounted authentication unit that the authentication of the electronic key and the mobile communication device has succeeded, allow operation of a predetermined vehicle-mounted activation unit. | 05-26-2016 |
20160149884 | ELECTRONIC KEY SYSTEM AND INFORMATION REGISTRATION SYSTEM - An electronic key system includes a mobile device and a control device. Main identification information identifying the control device is registered in the control device as registrant identification information. When the mobile device receives a response request including the registrant identification information and response timing, the mobile device compares the registrant identification information and the response timing which included in the response request with registrant identification information and response timing registered in the mobile device. When a result of the comparing is a match, the mobile device transmits the mobile device code to the control device. The control device includes a registration unit that newly generates the main identification information with different content each time a registration command is inputted, and registers the newly generated main identification information in a storage device of the control device as registrant identification information. | 05-26-2016 |
20160163137 | DUAL LEVEL HUMAN IDENTIFICATION AND LOCATION SYSTEM - Systems and methods for controlling access to a Restricted Area (“RA”). The methods involve: determining whether a person desires to enter RA; checking whether the person is authorized to enter RA using a first unique identifier associated with a wearable access sensor being worn thereby; causing the person's Portable Communication Device (“PCD”) to transmit a second unique identifier and location information useful in determining the PCD's location within a surrounding environment, when a determination is made that the person is authorized to enter RA; using the second unique identifier and location information to confirm that the person is currently located at an access point of RA; and causing actuation of a mechanical actuator to enable the person's entrance into RA when it is determined that the person desires to enter RA, the person is authorized to enter RA, and the person is currently located at the access point of RA. | 06-09-2016 |
20160171803 | APPARATUS FOR A SECURITY SYSTEM OF A VEHICLE | 06-16-2016 |
20160171807 | CONTROL DEVICE FOR VEHICLE HIRING AND CONTROL SYSTEM USING SAME | 06-16-2016 |
20160171808 | USING LOW POWER RADIO TO CONTROL A HIGHER POWER COMMUNICATION INTERFACE | 06-16-2016 |
20160180613 | MOBILE DEVICE | 06-23-2016 |
20160180621 | Real Estate Wireless Lockbox | 06-23-2016 |
20160189449 | DRIVING SAFETY CONTROLLING SYSTEM AND DRIVING SAFETY CONTROLLING METHOD USING SAME - A driving safety controlling method is provided. The controlling method is running on a wearable device, a smart key and a vehicle. The control controlling method comprises steps: obtaining sensing data stored in a first storage unit of the wearable device; obtaining a unique identifier stored in a second storage unit of the smart key and controlling a first wireless communication unit of the smart key to transmit a high-frequency signal containing the unique identifier and the sensing data to the vehicle; obtaining a predefined identifier and a range from a third storage unit of the vehicle, comparing the unique identifier with the predefined identifier, and comparing the sensing data with the range; and controlling a prompt unit to generate a prompting when the unique identifier is determined to match with the predefined identifier and the sensing data is within the range. | 06-30-2016 |
20160189453 | INTELLEGENT DOOR LOCK SYSTEM WITH AUTOMATIC UNLOCK - A lock system is coupled to a lock at a dwelling of a dwelling user, resource owner, or end-user, collectively the user. An intelligent door lock system is provided with a remotely operable lock at the dwelling accessible by the user. The intelligent door lock system is configured to be in communication with a server. An automatic unlock system is activated when the user communicates with the server using the user's mobile device. The server is configured to transmit a crossing notification message in response to tracking the user's mobile device and enable an automatic unlock feature of the lock using the server and a mobile device App. | 06-30-2016 |
20160189454 | INTELLEGENT DOOR LOCK SYSTEM IN COMMUNICATION WITH MOBILE DEVICE THAT STORES ASSOCIATED USER DATA - A system provides for locking or unlocking a lock at a door of an intelligent door lock system at a dwelling by a designated dwelling user. An intelligent door lock system includes a remotely operable lock at a dwelling accessible by a user and a server in communication with the intelligent door lock system. A user mobile device is in communication with the server. The user mobile device includes an App that provides for locking and/or unlocking of the lock of the intelligent door lock system. The user communicates with the server using the user's mobile device, and the server is configured to process the user crossings one or more geo-locations relative to the dwelling and create a data set that is stored in a database. | 06-30-2016 |
20160189458 | SMART KEY SYSTEM AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF - A method of operating an electrical control unit of a smart key system includes receiving a first GPS coordinate that is transmitted from a smart key, calculating a distance from the smart key based on the first GPS coordinate and a second GPS coordinate of a vehicle that is received from a GPS satellite, determining whether the distance is within a predetermined reference distance, transmitting a first communication request signal to the smart key when the distance is within the reference distance, determining whether a first communication response signal corresponding to the first communication request signal is received from the smart key, performing the first communication with the smart key when the first communication response signal is received, and controlling the vehicle in accordance with a control signal transmitted from the smart key based on the first communication. | 06-30-2016 |
20160189459 | INTELLIGENT DOOR LOCK SYSTEM WITH ENCRYPTION - An intelligent door lock system is provided at a dwelling by a designated dwelling user. An intelligent door lock system has a remotely operable lock at a dwelling accessible by a user. A server is in communication with the intelligent door lock system. The server has a handshake key (Kh) with a key exchange that provides for a communication session between a mobile device and the intelligent door lock system, wherein the mobile device does not have the (Kh). A user mobile device is in communication with the server and uses a cipher to provide a secured communication between the mobile device and the intelligent door lock system. | 06-30-2016 |
20160194912 | Barrier Operator Feature Enhancement | 07-07-2016 |
20160196705 | MOVABLE BARRIER OPERATOR CONFIGURED FOR REMOTE ACTUATION | 07-07-2016 |
20160196706 | MOVABLE BARRIER OPERATOR CONFIGURED FOR REMOTE ACTUATION | 07-07-2016 |
20160203662 | ACCESS MONITOR USING WIRELESS DEVICES | 07-14-2016 |
20160379424 | REUSEABLE KEYFOB FOR USE PRIOR TO SALE OF KEYLESS VEHICLE - A keyfob and related method of utilizing a keyfob prior to a sale of a new vehicle to a purchaser having a virtual keyfob are provided. The method broadly includes the steps of pairing a keyfob to a computer of the new vehicle at an assembly plant, using the keyfob to switch a mode of the new vehicle between an assembly mode and a transportation mode, and unpairing the keyfob from the computer upon pairing the computer to the virtual keyfob of the purchaser. The step of unpairing the keyfob may include providing instructions from a remote location to the computer via a wireless network, and from the computer to the virtual keyfob via a local area wireless network. The method may further include the step of re-pairing the keyfob to a computer of a second new vehicle at the first or a third location. | 12-29-2016 |
20160379425 | MOVABLE BARRIER SYSTEM WITH MODULAR NETWORK INTERFACE - The invention involves a movable barrier system that utilizes an access device with a modular network interface capable of accessing a client device via different available networks. The access device includes a user interface for requesting access to the client device, a modular network interface with a plurality of network adapters capable of accessing the client device via a first network according to a first protocol, and via a second network according to a second protocol, and a controller in communication with the user interface, the modular network interface, and a movable barrier operator that controls movement of a movable barrier. The controller may be configured to detect an availability of a network adapter of the modular network interface, and select one of the network adapters according to a programmable priority, in order to establish the communication with the client device and send a command signal to the movable barrier operator in order to actuate the movable barrier. | 12-29-2016 |
20160379427 | DOOR UNLOCKING SYSTEM AND DOOR UNLOCKING METHOD - An electronic key executes keyless entry communication or RFID communication. A wireless controller mounted on a vehicle executes keyless entry communication within a range of a radius of several meters to several tens of meters. An RFID reader is assigned to each door and executes RFID communication within a range of a radius of approximately 1 meter. In regards to unlocking the door, the wireless controller issues a password by the keyless entry communication, and a wireless circuit temporarily stores the issued password. The RFID readers search for the password stored in the electronic key by the RFID communication, and the wireless controller unlocks a door corresponding to the RFID reader for which the password was detected. | 12-29-2016 |
20160379428 | WIRELESS READER SYSTEM - An electronic system including a mobile device that communicates with a reader device. In one embodiment, the mobile device may be configured as a mobile phone and the reader device may be configured as an electronic reader associated with an electronic lock. One or more devices in the system may determine the position of the mobile device in relation to the reader device, and cause an electronic lock or another type of access control device to perform a selected function based at least in part on the position of the mobile device in relation to the reader device. | 12-29-2016 |
20160379429 | SYSTEM FOR ACCESS CONTROL OF A PLURALITY OF LOCKS - In a system for access control of battery-operated, electro-mechanical locks, each containing a radio module, at least two access points for wireless communication with the radio modules are provided. The access points receive identification signals that include an identifier of a respective lock and are produced by the radio modules. | 12-29-2016 |
20160379430 | DOOR UNLOCKING SYSTEM AND DOOR UNLOCKING METHOD - An electronic key actively executes wireless communication following a keyless entry communication and passively executes wireless communication following a RFID communication. A vehicle control device is mounted on a vehicle and actively executes wireless communication following each of the keyless entry communication and RFID communication. An ECU/BCM unlocks a door by communicating with the electronic key using the keyless entry communication and issues a password to the electronic key in relation to this action. When a door knob or handle is pulled, an RFID-IC acquires the password issued by the ECU/BCM from the electronic key using the RFID communication and unlocks the door by authenticating the acquired password. | 12-29-2016 |
20170232930 | SYSTEM FOR REMOTELY OPENING A LAND-VEHICLE DOOR | 08-17-2017 |
20170232932 | VEHICLE CONTROL SYSTEM | 08-17-2017 |
20170232933 | VEHICLE CONTROL SYSTEM | 08-17-2017 |
20170236343 | REGULATING VEHICLE ACCESS USING CRYPTOGRAPHIC METHODS | 08-17-2017 |
20170236344 | SYSTEM INCLUDING A HAND-HELD COMMUNICATION DEVICE HAVING LOW AND HIGH POWER SETTINGS FOR REMOTELY CONTROLLING THE POSITION OF A DOOR OF A LAND VEHICLE AND KEY FOB FOR USE IN THE SYSTEM | 08-17-2017 |
20170236345 | RFID LOCK | 08-17-2017 |
20170236346 | SYSTEM FOR REMOTELY CONTROLLING THE POSITION OF A LAND VEHICLE DOOR WHEREIN HAND-HELD AND MOBILE COMMUNICATION DEVICES OF THE SYSTEM COMMUNICATE VIA INDUCTIVE COUPLING | 08-17-2017 |
20170236350 | ELECTRONIC DOOR LOCK SYSTEM | 08-17-2017 |
20170236351 | DEVICE FOR CONTROLLING LOCKING/UNLOCKING AND/OR STARTING OF A VEHICLE | 08-17-2017 |
20170236352 | LOCATION TRACKING FOR LOCKING DEVICE | 08-17-2017 |
20180022314 | VEHICLE KEY CONTROL APPARATUS, VEHICLE HAVING THE SAME AND VEHICLE KEY CONTROL METHOD | 01-25-2018 |
20180022315 | VEHICLE CONTROL SYSTEM | 01-25-2018 |
20180025564 | Electronic combination lock with different levels of access control | 01-25-2018 |
20190143938 | PATTERN DETECTION FOR AUTOMOTIVE ACCESS | 05-16-2019 |
20190143940 | VALET KEY AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING VALET KEY | 05-16-2019 |
20190147677 | Remote Lock for Leashes and Collars | 05-16-2019 |
20190147680 | MOVABLE BARRIER OPERATOR CONFIGURED FOR REMOTE ACTUATION | 05-16-2019 |