GB2189741A - Security cards - Google Patents
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- GB2189741A GB2189741A GB08606460A GB8606460A GB2189741A GB 2189741 A GB2189741 A GB 2189741A GB 08606460 A GB08606460 A GB 08606460A GB 8606460 A GB8606460 A GB 8606460A GB 2189741 A GB2189741 A GB 2189741A
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- G07—CHECKING-DEVICES
- G07F—COIN-FREED OR LIKE APPARATUS
- G07F7/00—Mechanisms actuated by objects other than coins to free or to actuate vending, hiring, coin or paper currency dispensing or refunding apparatus
- G07F7/08—Mechanisms actuated by objects other than coins to free or to actuate vending, hiring, coin or paper currency dispensing or refunding apparatus by coded identity card or credit card or other personal identification means
- G07F7/10—Mechanisms actuated by objects other than coins to free or to actuate vending, hiring, coin or paper currency dispensing or refunding apparatus by coded identity card or credit card or other personal identification means together with a coded signal, e.g. in the form of personal identification information, like personal identification number [PIN] or biometric data
- G07F7/1008—Active credit-cards provided with means to personalise their use, e.g. with PIN-introduction/comparison system
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- G06—COMPUTING; CALCULATING OR COUNTING
- G06K—GRAPHICAL DATA READING; PRESENTATION OF DATA; RECORD CARRIERS; HANDLING RECORD CARRIERS
- G06K19/00—Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings
- G06K19/005—Record carriers for use with machines and with at least a part designed to carry digital markings the record carrier comprising an arrangement to facilitate insertion into a holding device, e.g. an arrangement that makes the record carrier fit into an etui or a casing
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- G06K19/067—Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards also with resonating or responding marks without active components
- G06K19/07—Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards also with resonating or responding marks without active components with integrated circuit chips
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- G06K19/067—Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards also with resonating or responding marks without active components
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- G06K19/07743—External electrical contacts
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- G06K7/00—Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers, e.g. for reading patterns
- G06K7/0013—Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers, e.g. for reading patterns by galvanic contacts, e.g. card connectors for ISO-7816 compliant smart cards or memory cards, e.g. SD card readers
- G06K7/0047—Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers, e.g. for reading patterns by galvanic contacts, e.g. card connectors for ISO-7816 compliant smart cards or memory cards, e.g. SD card readers for reading/sensing record carriers having edge contacts
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- G06K7/0013—Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers, e.g. for reading patterns by galvanic contacts, e.g. card connectors for ISO-7816 compliant smart cards or memory cards, e.g. SD card readers
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- G06K7/0013—Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers, e.g. for reading patterns by galvanic contacts, e.g. card connectors for ISO-7816 compliant smart cards or memory cards, e.g. SD card readers
- G06K7/0086—Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers, e.g. for reading patterns by galvanic contacts, e.g. card connectors for ISO-7816 compliant smart cards or memory cards, e.g. SD card readers the connector comprising a circuit for steering the operations of the card connector
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- G06Q—INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY [ICT] SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR ADMINISTRATIVE, COMMERCIAL, FINANCIAL, MANAGERIAL OR SUPERVISORY PURPOSES; SYSTEMS OR METHODS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR ADMINISTRATIVE, COMMERCIAL, FINANCIAL, MANAGERIAL OR SUPERVISORY PURPOSES, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
- G06Q20/00—Payment architectures, schemes or protocols
- G06Q20/30—Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices or networks
- G06Q20/34—Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices or networks using cards, e.g. integrated circuit [IC] cards or magnetic cards
- G06Q20/341—Active cards, i.e. cards including their own processing means, e.g. including an IC or chip
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Abstract
A security (e.g. bank) card includes an input keyboard and a code verifying processor (4) whereby the validity of a code input through the keyboard maybe verified, the resulting verification signal being communicable to a separable display attachment 7. The display attachment may incorporate a slot for receiving an edge of the card. The matter may be displayed on a numeric output panel 8, and may be accompanied by audible annunciation from annunciator 10. The card may also bear a lamp 5 which lights up when a code is verified. As described, in one embodiment power for the card processor is furnished by the attachment 7 (which has a battery status indicator 9). <IMAGE>
Description
SPECIFICATION
Credit card with demountable symbol display
The present invention concerns means for eliminating bank cheque/credit card frauds.
Some bank cheque cards additionally havethe facility of being usable in cash dispensing windows so it is necessary to provide a universal means which will not effect the size or shape of existing type cards.
An object of the present invention is to provide an attachment for use with existing shape/size cards which will provide an identification means and thereby prevent an unauthorized user from obtaining funds from the holder's account.
According to the present invention a bank card is provided with an electronic circuit and keyboard which is adapted to operate an attachment having a display. Preferably the attachment comprises a liquid crystal display powered by solar energy or batteries incorporated therein and is in the form of a bar having a longitudinal groove adapted to receive one edge of the card, a circuit being formed when the card and the attachment are united.
In practice, a card owner can insert his own personal code into the card whereafter it remains unchanged. When it is desired to use the attachment, the card owner presses the required key board combination and this will then appear on the display.
Advantageously, an audible sound is emitted when the correct number is entered. If the incorrect code is inserted, no symbols will appearon the display and if five successive incorrect codes are inserted the ci rcuit will self destruct.
Itwill be notedthatthe display is of particular importance when the card is offered in small retail establishments, restaurants etc. which do not have electronic readers or sophisticated devices for
readily checking fraudulent users.
The invention will now be described further, by way of example, with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which Figure lisa front view of a display device attached to a card;
Figure2 is a view ofthe card only; and
Figure 3 is a block diagram ofthe electronic assembly.
Acard 1 fits into a slot in a displayattachment7 comprising a number displays, a battery status
indicator 9 and an audible sound emitter 10. The card
1 has an array of touch sensitive keys 2 for entering a
personal identity number, an ENTER key3 and a
visual indicator5to showthatthe number is
correctly entered. The controlling means in the form
of an integrated circuit 4 is connected to the contacts 6and keys 2 and 5through a printed circuit
embedded in the card. Power is supplied to the card from the attached device through the contacts 6 of which two are shown in Figure 1. These contacts
mate with corresponding contacts in the display
attachment 7. Additional contacts may be required for signals between the parts, however two contacts
are sufficient if multiplexing techniques are used.
Advantageously, the contact surface materials are
made from noble metals or conducting plastics to reduce corrosion.
The block diagram of the electrical components of the bankcard is shown in Figure 3. Lines on the drawing show signalling paths which will be represented in the connecting circuit by a plurality of separate wires. On receiving the card from the bank, the ownerwill plug the card into the display part joining the connections 6. The microcomputer4will start to function the key board 2 and enter key 3 will become sensitised. A microcomputer 11 in the display attachment, will present, on display 8, a prompt to the owner to think of a personal identity number (PIN) which he will enter on keys 2. When it is complete, he will press the enter key. Then display 8will show the card number which was implanted in the microcomputer4 by the bank.The owner may checkthe display contents with the number given to him bythe bank in readable form. Afterthis sequence, the PIN will be held in the microcomputer 11. The programs in the computers are arranged such that a repeat of the PIN entry sequence with the original PIN will cause temporary display of the card number and an audible sound from emitter 10. An incorrect PIN will not cause any sound to be emitted or numberto be displayed.
Conveniently, a preset number of incorrect PINS will cause both parts to cease functioning permanently. Advantageously, a tally lamp 5 on the card will lightnexttotheownersnamewhenthe correct PIN is entered. This will indicatethatthe operation of the units was correct. All signals sent through connections 6 should be encrypted against encryption key numbers held within both computers 4and 1 This would greatly impedefraudulent copying of the bank card. A battery level indicator9 being part of the display will show when the card needs to be renewed or the battery replaced.
In use the card may be validated with the bar attachment on the card without the need of card readers or other devices at the point of sale, orthe bar may be detached from the card so that the card can be inserted into a cash dispenser or other card reading device,whetherthese be designed to read, as at present magnetic strips on a face of the card, or as may be in the future to read information stored within the electronic circuitry of the card.
1. A bank/credit card comprising an electronic circuit and keyboard which is adapted to operate an
attachment having a display.
2. Abank/creditcard as claimed in claim 1,in which the attachment comprises a liquid crystal
display.
3. A bank/credit card as claimed in claim 2, in which the liquid crystal display is powered by solar
energy.
4. A bank/credit card as claimed in claim 2, in which the liquid crystal display is powered by
batteries incorporated therein.
5. A bank/credit card as claimed in claim 1,2,3 or
4, in which the attachment is in the form of a bar
having a longitudinal groove adapted to receive one
edge of the card.
**WARNING** end of DESC field may overlap start of CLMS **.
Claims (9)
1. A bank/credit card comprising an electronic circuit and keyboard which is adapted to operate an
attachment having a display.
2. Abank/creditcard as claimed in claim 1,in which the attachment comprises a liquid crystal
display.
3. A bank/credit card as claimed in claim 2, in which the liquid crystal display is powered by solar
energy.
4. A bank/credit card as claimed in claim 2, in which the liquid crystal display is powered by
batteries incorporated therein.
5. A bank/credit card as claimed in claim 1,2,3 or
4, in which the attachment is in the form of a bar
having a longitudinal groove adapted to receive one
edge of the card.
6. A bank/credit card as claimed in claim 5, in which a circuit is completed when the card and attachment are united.
7. A bank/credit card as claimed in claim 6, in which the circuit includes an audible sound emitter.
8. Abank/creditcard as claimed in claim 6or7, in which the circuit includes a self destruct unit.
9. A bank/credit card comprising an attachment constructed and arranged to operate substantially as herein described with referenceto and as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.
Priority Applications (1)
Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
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GB8606460A GB2189741B (en) | 1986-03-15 | 1986-03-15 | Pocket size bank/credit card |
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GB8606460A GB2189741B (en) | 1986-03-15 | 1986-03-15 | Pocket size bank/credit card |
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GB8606460D0 GB8606460D0 (en) | 1986-04-23 |
GB2189741A true GB2189741A (en) | 1987-11-04 |
GB2189741B GB2189741B (en) | 1990-06-20 |
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GB8606460A Expired - Lifetime GB2189741B (en) | 1986-03-15 | 1986-03-15 | Pocket size bank/credit card |
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Cited By (8)
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EP0302453A1 (en) * | 1987-08-07 | 1989-02-08 | Siemens Nixdorf Informationssysteme Aktiengesellschaft | Data exchange system comprising user terminal and IC card |
GB2220772A (en) * | 1988-07-14 | 1990-01-17 | Unisys Corp | Keyboard operated system |
EP0456548A1 (en) * | 1990-05-10 | 1991-11-13 | Dassault Automatismes Et Telecommunications | Device for treating high-security data with two operational states |
WO1994023399A1 (en) * | 1993-04-01 | 1994-10-13 | Jonhig Limited | Reading data from a smart card |
US5585787A (en) * | 1991-12-09 | 1996-12-17 | Wallerstein; Robert S. | Programmable credit card |
WO1998055969A1 (en) * | 1997-06-05 | 1998-12-10 | Scm Schneider Microsysteme-Microsystemes Schneider Entwicklungs Und Vertriebs Gmbh Sarl Developpement Et Vente | Smart card with partial insertion and identifying means |
US5955961A (en) * | 1991-12-09 | 1999-09-21 | Wallerstein; Robert S. | Programmable transaction card |
US7403922B1 (en) * | 1997-07-28 | 2008-07-22 | Cybersource Corporation | Method and apparatus for evaluating fraud risk in an electronic commerce transaction |
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US4529870A (en) * | 1980-03-10 | 1985-07-16 | David Chaum | Cryptographic identification, financial transaction, and credential device |
EP0174016A2 (en) * | 1984-09-07 | 1986-03-12 | Casio Computer Company Limited | Identification card and authentication system therefor |
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EP0174016A2 (en) * | 1984-09-07 | 1986-03-12 | Casio Computer Company Limited | Identification card and authentication system therefor |
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Cited By (12)
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EP0302453A1 (en) * | 1987-08-07 | 1989-02-08 | Siemens Nixdorf Informationssysteme Aktiengesellschaft | Data exchange system comprising user terminal and IC card |
GB2220772A (en) * | 1988-07-14 | 1990-01-17 | Unisys Corp | Keyboard operated system |
EP0456548A1 (en) * | 1990-05-10 | 1991-11-13 | Dassault Automatismes Et Telecommunications | Device for treating high-security data with two operational states |
FR2661998A1 (en) * | 1990-05-10 | 1991-11-15 | Dassault Electronique | DEVICE FOR PROCESSING HIGH SECURITY DATA WITH TWO OPERATING STATES. |
US5585787A (en) * | 1991-12-09 | 1996-12-17 | Wallerstein; Robert S. | Programmable credit card |
US5955961A (en) * | 1991-12-09 | 1999-09-21 | Wallerstein; Robert S. | Programmable transaction card |
WO1994023399A1 (en) * | 1993-04-01 | 1994-10-13 | Jonhig Limited | Reading data from a smart card |
US6237848B1 (en) | 1993-04-01 | 2001-05-29 | Mondex International Limited | Reading data from a smart card |
WO1998055969A1 (en) * | 1997-06-05 | 1998-12-10 | Scm Schneider Microsysteme-Microsystemes Schneider Entwicklungs Und Vertriebs Gmbh Sarl Developpement Et Vente | Smart card with partial insertion and identifying means |
FR2764410A1 (en) * | 1997-06-05 | 1998-12-11 | Scm Schneider Microsysteme Mic | PARTIAL INSERTION CHIP CARD WITH RECOGNITION MEANS |
US6216955B1 (en) | 1997-06-05 | 2001-04-17 | Scm Schneider Microsysteme-Microsystemes, Schneider Entwicklungs Und Vertriers Gmbh S.A.R.L. Developpement Et Vente | Smart card with partial insertion and identifying means |
US7403922B1 (en) * | 1997-07-28 | 2008-07-22 | Cybersource Corporation | Method and apparatus for evaluating fraud risk in an electronic commerce transaction |
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PCNP | Patent ceased through non-payment of renewal fee |