RU218052U1 - RECEIVING MODULE FOR SECURE ENTRANCE CONTROL SYSTEM ALLOWING HAND-FREE ENTERING A CONTROLLED AREA - Google Patents

Abstract

The present utility model relates to a receiving module (100) for a secure entry control system that allows entering a controlled area without the participation of the user's hands with the correct "key" agreement, and the receiving module (100) is configured to perform wired or wireless communication with data transmission with electronic lock on the door or on the input device and is configured to wirelessly communicate with the device (200) for keyless entry. The receiving module (100) includes: a presence sensor (101) that detects that the user has approached the receiving module (100) at a predetermined distance and is triggered; an electronic system and an antenna with a wireless communication module, which, after the presence sensor (101) has been triggered, starts scanning a device (200) located in the surrounding space for keyless access suitable for wireless communication, and an acoustic sensor (102) communicating with the sensor ( 101) presence, to receive voice commands from the user in accordance with the given commands.

Description

Field of technology to which the utility model belongs

The present utility model relates to a receiver for a secure entry control system allowing hands-free entry into a controlled area.

State of the art

Today it is known in the art how to provide users with mechanical keys, radio identification cards (RFID), NFC near field communication cards and accessories as keyless access devices such as mobile phones or to define passwords for such devices if necessary. provide access to authorized persons, both in the area of personal use and in the area of public use. A person wishing to enter a desired area must have at least one access device readable by a reading terminal. If the accessory used in the reading process is registered in the reading terminal, it allows you to enter the desired area. In areas where authorization is not granted, there is no access to the desired area.

In places where hygiene is a must, such as hospitals and operating theatres, this technology also makes it possible to implement wireless access control systems. The principle of operation of such systems is that a device located on the user and carrying out wireless wide "broadcasting" approaches the area to be entered, and when this device is sufficiently approached, identification information about this device is read. Once the information of a specific device has been read, access to the desired area will be allowed.

In scenarios in which the user approaching the reading terminal carries a very heavy and bulky load, and when he needs to have at least one accessory readable by the reading terminal, this user has to put this weight, read the specified accessory through the reading terminal, then pick up the load again within the given limited time period and enter the restricted area within this time period. These steps, carried out to gain access, take the personal time and energy of the user. In addition, the need for the user to put the load he is holding on the ground, then pick it up again and hurry to enter within a certain period of time may be a contributing factor to some health problems.

In addition, especially during global pandemics such as Covid-19, the routine sharing of devices in public places leads to the rapid spread of disease, which cannot be prevented. In existing systems, this spread is increased by the user having to bring their accessory into contact with the input terminal.

As another application, when using the access method using wireless authentication, the main problem is the inability to efficiently determine the position from which the user is approaching the receiving unit. In addition to the desired position, it is possible to read the identification data of the accessory and open the door from positions in the opposite direction, as well as above or below. In such applications, if the wireless reader terminal reads the information of an accessory located in an area where this information should not be read, and opens the door when an unwanted person is present in front of the restricted area, this restricted area will become accessible, which will create a "hole" in the security. . The purpose of the present utility model is to provide an entry management system that avoids the disadvantages listed above and allows for hands-free entry.

Objectives of this utility model

The main objective of the present utility model is to provide a receiving module with improved compliance with hygiene requirements for an entry management system that allows entry without requiring any physical contact.

Another objective of the present utility model is to provide a receiving module for an entry control system that does not take time and energy from users.

Another objective of the present utility model is to provide a receiving module for an entry control system in which the possibility of a possible erroneous authorization is minimized.

Another object of the present utility model is to provide a receiving module for an entry management system that prevents minor or major health problems from occurring.

Yet another object of the present utility model is to provide a receiving module for an entry management system that allows transition between sensors and provides such a personalized entry.

Disclosure of the essence of the utility model

The present utility model relates to a receiver for a secure entry control system that allows a user to enter a controlled area hands-free with proper "key" matching, wherein the receiving module is capable of wired or wireless communication with an electronic lock on a door or entry device, and configured to wirelessly communicate with the keyless entry device. The specified receiving module contains: a presence sensor that determines that the user has approached the receiving module at a predetermined distance and is triggered in response to this event; an electronic system and an antenna with a wireless communication module, which, after the presence sensor is triggered, begin to scan the surrounding area to detect a keyless entry device suitable for wireless communication, and an acoustic sensor that communicates with the presence sensor (101) to receive voice commands from the user according to given commands. The general technical result of the present utility model is to provide a receiving module that allows entry without requiring any physical contact.

Brief description of the drawings

The entry control system according to the present utility model is illustrated for better understanding in the accompanying drawings, which drawings are included only for the best illustration of the present utility model and are not intended to limit this utility model in any way, in these drawings:

fig. 1 is a perspective view of a receiving module for an entry control system according to the present utility model;

fig. 2 is a perspective view of a keyless entry device for an entry control system according to the present utility model;

fig. 3 is an exploded view illustrating the keypad of a receiving module for an entry control system according to the present utility model;

fig. 4 is a perspective view of a smart wristwatch-shaped keyless entry device for an entry control system according to the present utility model.

Implementation of the utility model

The present utility model will be further explained in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and in accordance with the following list of reference numerals used in these drawings.

100 Receiving module 101 Presence sensor 102 acoustic sensor 103 Keyboard 200 Keyless Entry Device

The present utility model relates to a receiving module (100) for a secure entry control system that allows a user to enter a controlled area without the help of hands with the correct "key" matching, and the receiving module (100) is configured for wired or wireless communication with an electronic lock on the door. or at the input device, and is also configured to wirelessly communicate with the device (200) for keyless entry. The specified receiving module (100) contains: sensor (101) presence, which determines that the user has approached the receiving module at a predetermined distance and is triggered in response to this event; an electronic system and an antenna with a wireless communication module, which, after the presence sensor (101) is triggered, begin to scan the surrounding area to detect a device (200) for keyless access suitable for wireless communication, and an acoustic sensor (102) communicating with the sensor (101 ) presence, to receive voice commands from the user in accordance with the given commands. In situations where it is undesirable to use the presence sensor (101) in the preferred mode of operation of the acoustic sensor (102), then in order for the receiving module (101) to start interrogating the surrounding devices (200) for keyless access suitable for wireless communication, it is necessary that received voice commands from the user. Thus, when a predetermined voice command is received from the user, a scan of the keyless entry devices (200) is initiated to find a suitable match.

The entry control system according to the present utility model mainly comprises a receiving module (100) and a keyless entry device (200). In other embodiments of the present utility model, the keyless entry device (200) according to the present utility model may include a radio frequency module and may be a near field communication (NFC) card, a mobile phone, or a remote control device.

The receiving module (100), which is the central module, is able to detect users approaching it by means of at least one presence sensor (101) and at least one acoustic sensor (102) located on this module. Located on the receiving module (100), a presence sensor, preferably infrared or ultrasonic, etc., scans for the presence of the user at the specified predetermined position, while the acoustic sensor (102) scans the operation that the user wishes to perform using such methods like sound analysis, vibration reception, etc., and executes after an incoming command. The acoustic sensor (102) contains a module that receives sound waves and converts them into electronic signals. The acoustic sensor (102) is placed next to the presence sensor (101) and can interact with the presence sensor (101), as will be obvious to a specialist.

As will be appreciated by those skilled in the art, an entry control system can be used with a suitable locking mechanism. An entry control system adapted to work with electronic door locks and similar structures allowing access to a restricted area may be wired or wirelessly connected to an existing lock.

In the preferred embodiment of the present utility model, after the presence sensor (101) determines that the user has approached the receiving module (100) at a certain distance, the receiving module, using the electronic system from the wireless communication system of the specified module, starts, again using its antenna, scan for the presence of accessories in the surrounding area that can establish a wireless connection with the module. In cases where there is no positive data received from the presence sensor (101), the receiving module will not scan the surrounding space and will switch to power-saving mode. Although the available accessories, if registered to the device, will be controlled by the firmware of the electronic system, the connection via external dry contacts on the receiver module (100) will also be in effect, so that other products that are paired with the receiver module (100) and use the same communication protocol, can work wirelessly. With this approach, any device that is connected to the receiver module (100) and that can be electrically controlled will be able to perform its functions. In addition, the area in which the receiving module (100) with the presence sensor (101) and the acoustic sensor (102) attached to it scans the area in search of the keyless access device (200) is limited so that any unwanted readings and confirmation will be prevented. Whether to allow the use of sensors will depend on the user's own preferences based on the area where the user wishes to use the system.

The entry control system can also operate with an external power source or battery. Thus, it can continue to work for some period of time after the failure of the external power supply. In a preferred embodiment of the present utility model, the system may also have a keyboard (103) on the receiving module (100). Using the keyboard (103), an authorized user can define new controls, grant authorizations, change authorizations, and remove existing authorizations.

The keyless access device (200) can be of two types, namely, with a master user authorization and with a temporary user authorization. The keyless access device (200) having a master authorization has a task description and an authorization that is able to put the receiving module (100) into modes such as an authorization mode and an authorization deauthorization mode. Such authorization options allow new users to be defined for the receiving module (100) as desired, and it is also possible to deauthorize existing users. Using the keypad (103) on the receiving module (100), it is possible to group keyless user devices (200) that are defined or removed.

On the other hand, the keyless entry device (200) having the user's temporary authorization can inform the receiving module (100) of the operation it wants to perform, such as locking or unlocking. In addition to these authorizations, using the keyless entry user device (200) software, it is possible to create an encrypted broadcast if someone approaches the receiving module (100), without any interaction with the keyless entry device (200). With this function, if the user approaches the door, it will be reported by broadcast so that the locking mechanism to which the receiving module (100) is attached can be activated. This function is also left to the discretion of the user and can be overridden by the unlock button on the device (200) for keyless entry in cases where it is not needed. The availability of this feature is determined by the keyless entry device (200) that has the master authorization.

Although the keyless entry device (200) is shown in FIG. 2 as a keychain, it can be used in other configurations as well. The keyless entry device has an integrated transceiver, but it is also possible that the transceiver or antenna does not have a built-in configuration, but is operatively connected to the device in various ways. Additionally, wireless communication modules capable of utilizing a variety of different wireless communication methods and protocols may be incorporated into the keyless entry device (200).

A wireless communication module having a wireless connection configuration described in embodiments of the present utility model may use wireless communication methods according to IEEE 802.11x, WI-FI DIRECT®, BLUETOOTH®, NFC and/or other wireless communication methods and protocols known to those skilled in the art. the area under consideration. In a preferred embodiment of the present utility model, the presence sensor (101) may be an active motion sensor that continuously emits energy to generate infrared radiation or an electric field in a predetermined area. In another embodiment of the present utility model, the presence sensor (101) may be a passive motion sensor configured to absorb energy in order to detect user movements in the coverage area.

In an alternative embodiment of the present utility model, a keyless entry device (200) that uses the same communication protocol as the receiving module (100) and is suitable for pairing with it via Bluetooth technology can also be used. In FIG. 4 shows a smart wristwatch keyless entry device (200) for an entry control system according to the present utility model. As an example of the operation of the present utility model, when the user approaches the receiving module at a certain distance, the presence sensor (101) is triggered, and scanning of the surrounding devices (200) for keyless access suitable for wireless communication begins. In another embodiment, the user may initiate a search for surrounding wireless capable keyless entry devices (200) by issuing a command via a voice sensor. After such an interrogation, a negotiation using, for example, BLUETOOTH® technology, with a suitable device (200) for keyless entry is realized. When the negotiation is implemented, the user can send the desired commands to the secure entry control system through the existing software. After such coordination, the user can, for example, issue a command to open the door.

Claims (17)

1. Receiver module (100) for a secure entry control system that allows a user to enter hands-free with proper "key" matching, wherein the receiver module (100) is configured to communicate wired or wirelessly with an electronic lock on a door or entry device and configured to wirelessly communicate with the device (200) for keyless access, characterized in that the receiving module (100) contains: a presence sensor (101) detecting that the user has approached the receiving module (100) at a predetermined distance and actuating; an electronic system and an antenna with a wireless communication module, which, after the presence sensor (101) has been triggered, is configured to start scanning the surrounding device (200) for keyless access suitable for wireless communication, and an acoustic sensor (102) communicating with the presence sensor (101) to receive voice commands from the user in accordance with the given commands. 2. The receiving module (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that it does not need to continuously scan the surrounding space, since the wireless communication module is turned off if data is not received to trigger the presence sensor (101). 3. The receiving module (100) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that it is configured to allow the user to choose between the presence sensor (101) and the acoustic sensor (102) in accordance with the needs of the user. 4. The receiving module (100) according to any one of paragraphs. 1-3 containing an external battery that allows the receiver module (100) to operate in the event of a main power failure. 5. The receiving module (100) according to any one of paragraphs. 1-4 containing a keyboard (103) for defining and editing authorizations for a user. 6. The receiving module (100) according to any one of paragraphs. 1-5, wherein the keyless entry device (200) comprises an integrated circuit and a RF module with an antenna surrounding the integrated circuit and emitting electromagnetic waves. 7. The receiving module (100) according to any one of paragraphs. 1-6, wherein the keyless entry device (200) is capable of supporting Near Field Communication (NFC) enabling data transmission by radio wave transmission. 8. The receiving module (100) according to any one of paragraphs. 1-7, wherein the keyless entry device (200) is a mobile phone. 9. The receiving module (100) according to any one of paragraphs. 1-8, wherein the keyless entry device (200) is a remote control device. 10. The receiving module (100) according to any one of paragraphs. 1-9, wherein the keyless entry device (200) is a smart watch. 11. The receiving module (100) according to any one of paragraphs. 1-10, wherein the presence sensor (101) is an active motion sensor continuously emitting energy to generate infrared radiation or an electric field in a predetermined area. 12. The receiving module (100) according to any one of paragraphs. 1-10, wherein the presence sensor (101) is a passive motion sensor capable of absorbing energy to detect user movements in coverage areas. 13. The receiving module (100) according to any one of paragraphs. 1-12, in which the acoustic sensor (102) contains a module that receives sound waves and converts them into electronic signals. 14. The receiving module (100) of claim 13, wherein the acoustic sensor (102) is suitable for receiving voice commands from a user such that the receiving module (100) starts scanning the surrounding devices (200) for keyless entry (200) suitable for wireless communication in the case where the presence sensor (101) is undesirable.

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