INCREASED SECURITY ELECTRONIC LOCK
First Claim
1. A biometric locking device comprising:
- a processor;
a memory coupled to the processor;
a wireless communication interface coupled to the processor;
a first biometric sensor coupled to the processor;
a locking mechanism;
a motion sensor coupled to the processor; and
a motor coupled to the processor and to the locking mechanism,wherein the biometric locking device is configured to receive reference biometric data of an authorized user from a second biometric sensor,wherein the biometric locking device is configured to unlock the locking mechanism when biometric data that is obtained by the first biometric sensor is determined to match the reference biometric data,wherein the motion sensor is configured to generate acceleration data indicative of a rate of acceleration of the motion sensor,wherein the biometric locking device is configured to determine a first rate of acceleration, indicative of a maximum rate of acceleration during a characterization period, based on acceleration data generated by the motion sensor during the characterization period,wherein the biometric locking device is configured to send a message that indicates a possible security issue to a first party when acceleration data generated by the motion sensor indicates a rate of acceleration more than a predetermined amount greater than the first rate of acceleration.
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Abstract
Disclosed are an apparatus and a method for managing access to a shared resource based on identity that is established by use of personal data, such as biometric data, a password, etc. An electronic lock can be used to restrict access to a shared resource, such as a house, a car, etc. In some embodiments, the electronic lock establishes an identity of a user based on personal data obtained by a personal data device of the electronic lock. In some embodiments, the electronic lock includes a sensor that generates security-related sensor data, such as motion sensor data, proximity data, etc. The electronic lock can take a security-related action based on the security-related data. For example, the electronic lock can send a message indicating a possible break in attempt when the motion sensor data indicates motion indicative of a break in.
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26 Claims
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1. A biometric locking device comprising:
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a processor; a memory coupled to the processor; a wireless communication interface coupled to the processor; a first biometric sensor coupled to the processor; a locking mechanism; a motion sensor coupled to the processor; and a motor coupled to the processor and to the locking mechanism, wherein the biometric locking device is configured to receive reference biometric data of an authorized user from a second biometric sensor, wherein the biometric locking device is configured to unlock the locking mechanism when biometric data that is obtained by the first biometric sensor is determined to match the reference biometric data, wherein the motion sensor is configured to generate acceleration data indicative of a rate of acceleration of the motion sensor, wherein the biometric locking device is configured to determine a first rate of acceleration, indicative of a maximum rate of acceleration during a characterization period, based on acceleration data generated by the motion sensor during the characterization period, wherein the biometric locking device is configured to send a message that indicates a possible security issue to a first party when acceleration data generated by the motion sensor indicates a rate of acceleration more than a predetermined amount greater than the first rate of acceleration. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
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7. An electronic lock comprising:
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a processor; a memory coupled to the processor; a wireless communication interface coupled to the processor; an input device coupled to the processor; a locking mechanism; a sensor coupled to the processor; and a motor coupled to the processor and to the locking mechanism, wherein the electronic lock is configured to receive, via the input device, personal data of a first person, wherein the electronic lock is configured to unlock the locking mechanism when the personal data is determined to match reference personal data of an authorized user, wherein the sensor is configured to generate security-related sensor data, and wherein the electronic lock is configured to take a security-related action based on the security-related sensor data. - View Dependent Claims (8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21)
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22. An electronic lock comprising:
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a processor; a memory coupled to the processor; a communication interface coupled to the processor; a locking mechanism; a battery receptacle, a battery connector that forms an electrical connection with a battery when the battery is placed in the battery receptacle, a sensor coupled to the processor; and a motor coupled to the processor, to the locking mechanism, and to the battery connector, wherein the electronic lock is configured to receive, via the communication interface, personal data of a first person, wherein the electronic lock is configured to unlock the locking mechanism when the personal data is determined to match reference personal data of an authorized user, wherein the sensor is configured to generate security-related sensor data, and wherein the electronic lock is configured to take a security-related action based on the security-related sensor data. - View Dependent Claims (23, 24, 25, 26)
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