Personal area network security lock and recharger combination ap

Details Personal area network security lock and recharger combination ap Personal area network security lock and recharger combination ap

1997-06-20

1999-09-14

Gregory, Bernarr E.

Cryptography

Particular algorithmic function encoding

Nbs/des algorithm

380 4, 380 9, 380 23, 380 49, 235380, 235382, 34082531, 34082534, 395186, 39518701, 39518801, G07F 708, H04L 932, H04L 900

Patent

active

059534257

ABSTRACT:
A mechanism is provided, for use with a portable authorization key, such as a "Personal Area Network" (PAN) device, wherein the PAN device is to be carried by a human user and to be used for authorization for the user's use of equipment, such as a computer. Further, the mechanism of the invention is for use in situations where the user is to remain in close proximity to the equipment for a moderate-to-long period of time. The mechanism provides a physical interface for direct coupling with the PAN device. The interface includes a recharge power coupling. When the user begins a session of use of the equipment, HE gets out the PAN device and places it at the physical interface. Authorization to use the equipment is provided through the direct contact. Further, the equipment provides recharge power to the PAN device. Thus, the mechanism of the invention takes advantage of the extended period of time the user remains in close proximity to the equipment, to provide convenient recharging of the PAN device.

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