JP2010128913A - System for identifying and recognizing age - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To solve the problem that in a system that uses a dedicated card in general as a means for identifying age of a user when purchasing a commodity or entering a facility, etc., a general-purpose basic resident register card is not effectively used, which is identified on the basis of birth date information written thereon. <P>SOLUTION: In order to confirm birth date information recorded independently in an RFID, a numeric keypad for inputting a PIN code for personal identification, particularly a PIN pad, can be added. The numeric keypad, particularly the PIN pad, can work effectively in all the following situations:when the birth date information (PIN code) cannot be read from a two-dimensional code, no two-dimensional code exists, the two-dimensional code is not used, and there is no function of reading the two-dimensional code. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2010,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to an age identification and recognition system, and in particular, the customer's age is applied to a vending machine such as cigarettes and alcoholic drinks, adult magazines, DVDs, etc. that are age-restricted for purchase and entrance doors to facilities with age restrictions. The present invention relates to an age recognition / recognition system for determining whether or not a device is automatically controlled and operated.

  As a system for checking the age and operating a vending machine, a cigarette vending system using Taspo (trade name, Japan Tobacco Association, hereinafter referred to as a dedicated card) has recently been known. . In this system, after inserting the necessary money, after pressing the cigarette button of the desired brand, the device is operated by touching the recognition unit with the dedicated card and the cigarette is released. This dedicated card is limited to individuals who are prohibited from lending.

  Currently, in addition to the use of this special card, there is also a system in which a driver's license can be inserted into the reading port and the age can be read and tobacco can be purchased as described above.

  Here, in order to obtain the above-mentioned dedicated card, special procedures are required and it is complicated, and even a smoker who has cleared the age does not often earn. In many cases, a driver's license is not owned, and vending machines cannot be used.

Under such circumstances, the effective use of vending machines that exist in large numbers throughout the country is obstructed, and it is necessary to activate them. There is also inconvenience.
Application documents for Japanese Patent Application No. 2008-298854

  The problem to be solved by the present invention is in a system that uses a card as a means for confirming the age when it is necessary to confirm the age when purchasing a product or entering a facility. However, there is nothing that can be used effectively by properly performing authenticity determination of Juki cards that are widely used and have birth date information.

  In order to solve the above-described problems, the age identification and recognition system according to the present invention is a two-dimensional card in which the card used for the age identification and recognition system is written with a basic resident register card or birth date information (PIN code). It is assumed that there is at least one type of RFID card that uses a code. First, the birth date information (PIN code) in the two-dimensional code is read, and this is used as a trigger signal to record the date of birth independently. It is characterized by checking the information and determining that the card is genuine.

  The age identification and recognition system according to the present invention includes a card age identification unit having a mechanism for inserting and ejecting a card. In addition to a mechanism for inserting and ejecting the card, an image sensor unit and an RFID reading unit. The optical sensor unit and the display unit are connected to the CPU, and the PIN pad can be connected to the CPU.

  Further, the age identification and recognition system according to the present invention is characterized in that, when a card is inserted into the age identification unit using the card, the front edge of the card is stopped in a partially exposed state when loading is completed. .

  The age identification and recognition system according to the present invention is characterized in that there are two types of RFID cards that are rewritable and non-rewritable in combination with the two-dimensional code in which the birth date information (PIN code) is written. It is said.

  In addition, the age identification and recognition system according to the present invention can first process the card after insertion into the age identification unit in the case of an RFID card using a two-dimensional code in which the birth date information (PIN code) is written. Alternatively, it is determined that the determination is impossible, and if it is not possible, the determination is NG.

  Furthermore, the age identification and recognition system according to the present invention includes a numeric keypad for inputting a PIN code for identifying the person, particularly a PIN pad, in order to confirm the birth date information recorded independently in the RFID. The numeric keypad, especially the PIN pad, can be attached, and when the birth date information (PIN code) cannot be read from the two-dimensional code, the two-dimensional code does not exist, or the two-dimensional code is not used. In addition to the above, the present invention is characterized in that it works effectively in any case where it does not have a function of reading a two-dimensional code.

  The age identification and recognition system according to the present invention is configured as described above. Therefore, in a system that uses Juki cards, etc., by using the card identification part, it is possible to check the date of birth information (PIN code) written in the exclusive area of the two-dimensional code, with high accuracy. It is possible to accurately determine the age, and only those who have cleared the age conditions can purchase products and open the entrance door. It will be a very convenient system. In addition, even if the two-dimensional code is faulty and cannot be read, or even if this two-dimensional code does not exist on an old-style card, a numeric keypad, such as a PIN pad, is provided, and the date of birth information (PIN code) is input from there. Thus, an operation equivalent to the case of reading the birth date information (PIN code) from the two-dimensional code can be obtained. By providing this numeric keypad, it is possible to eliminate the need for the two-dimensional code reading system itself, and it is possible to greatly reduce the convenience of a system that must use only an existing dedicated card. This increases the versatility of other cards, such as Juki cards.

  This was realized by configuring as illustrated in the drawings and described in the examples.

  Next, an example of a preferred embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings, taking as an example a case where the cigarette vending machine is mounted. FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an age identification unit, and FIG. 2 is a flowchart showing the operation procedure of the system according to the present invention.

  The age identification unit has a mechanism for loading and ejecting a card. The card used here is a basic resident register card that uses both a two-dimensional code with a date of birth information (PIN code) and an RFID unit. (Hereinafter referred to as Juki Card), and a driver's license or other third card is assumed. Here, the two-dimensional code provided on the Juki card is such that the vertical and horizontal dimensions are within 9 mm ± 2 mm square, and the description area is about 3 mm ± 1 mm apart from the corner of the card. Correspond with the sensor. In addition to the existing data, the RFID section is independently added with the date of birth information, and the present invention uses only this new independent date of birth information without using any existing data. .

  As shown in FIG. 1, the age identification unit has a card reading device 5 such as a driver's license or a resident card drawn by the loading mechanism described above. The card reading device 5 has a CPU unit 6. The CPU unit 6 includes a card transport unit 7, an optical sensor unit 8, a display unit 9, an image sensor unit 10 for reading a two-dimensional code, and electronic information contained therein. The RFID unit 11 to be read and the buzzer 12 are connected to each other, and further, a structure that can be connected to a PIN pad (a recitation number for confirming the person, that is, a small keyboard for inputting the PIN code) 13 is provided. Yes.

  The procedure for identifying and recognizing the age with such a configuration will be described with reference to FIG. 2. Prior to purchasing a product with a vending machine or the like, when a Juki card used for the card recognition unit is inserted, first, this is an RFID card. Whether or not is checked by response determination. If it is determined that the card is not an RFID card, a check is made as to whether or not the driver's license is obtained. If the driver's license is determined, the corresponding processing is performed.

  In the case of an RFID card, whether it is a Juki card or not is checked by ATQB (Answer ToreQuest of Type B). If not, a check is made to see if it is another card. Next, whether or not to input a PIN code is selected. In the case of a Juki card, when no special PIN code is input, a two-dimensional code at a predetermined position is first read to check whether there is birth date information (PIN code). If there is no PIN pad, it is determined whether or not there is a PIN pad. Here, the date of birth information (PIN code) is used as a trigger to read the date of birth information recorded independently in the RFID. It becomes NG when there is no date of birth information. When the date of birth data in the RFID is read, the process moves to a calendar function and it is checked whether the age is cleared. Since the Juki card is issued to the person from the age of 0, this processing is required, unlike a dedicated card that is issued after confirming in advance that it is 20 years of age or older.

  Next, the Juki card reading process in the block shown in FIG. 1 will be described with reference to FIG. First, when a Juki card, a driver's license, or a third card is inserted into the insertion slot of the age identification unit, data is taken in from the card inserted by the optical sensor unit 8 and the image sensor 10. The captured two-dimensional code data is decoded and a trigger signal is output. Next, the RFID is read and the age is calculated by the date of birth data and the calendar function. When the reading from the RFID is NG, the authenticity of the driver's license is determined.

  When the PIN code is recognized, the birth date information (without using existing data) recorded in the independent position as described above is read from the RFID of the Juki card. That is, reading with the above-described two-dimensional code is acquisition of a PIN code, which triggers processing. The age is calculated by the date of birth information and the calendar function, and it is determined whether the age is cleared. If it is cleared, the determination is OK. If it is not cleared, it is judged as NG.

  Here, when the PIN code is input with the Juki card or when the reading from the two-dimensional code is not performed well, specifically, the two-dimensional code is damaged, dirty, or old type If there is no two-dimensional code in the Juki card, the user will be prompted to input the date of birth information (PIN code) using the PIN pad 13 by means such as display on the display unit 9 or a voice signal. When the date of birth information (PIN code) is input by the PIN pad 13, the input of this information triggers the same processing as the information reading from the two-dimensional code, and the date of birth recorded independently from the RFID. Read information. Here, even if the PIN pad 13 does not have a function of reading a two-dimensional code as a system, the same effect as that of reading the two-dimensional code by an input at the PIN pad 13, that is, a trigger signal is output.

  In addition, when the authenticity is determined in the above-described driver's license determination process and the result is OK, the date of birth is recognized, and the calculation shifts to the calendar function.

  Here, when the date of birth is recognized, including the case of the Juki card, if it is determined to be negative, it is determined to be NG determination before the determination of whether or not the age is cleared.

  Further, in the reading device 5 described above, a third card other than the Juki card or the driver's license can be used. The third card to be used is an RFID system that uses at least a two-dimensional code in which age information is written, and a driver's license, Juki card, rail traffic card, bank card, etc. can be used in common. A type that can receive and transmit power and generate power within the bandwidth of the wavelength band. Even in this case, if the two-dimensional code is defective or if there is no function for reading the two-dimensional code, the PIN pad 13 is used.

  This third card is prepared in two types: a rewritable type and a non-rewritable read-only type. Of these, rewritable cards can be used for a wide range of time-changing, extension, shortening, tie-up processing with hotels, inns, etc., accounting processing and clearing processing, such as ski lift tickets. . On the other hand, a read-only card that cannot be rewritten is subjected to limited processing such as entry and exit.

  The reading device 5 corresponding to the third card uses a card reader / writer that operates in a wide range within the above-described compatible band region. This card reader / writer can handle the driver's license, Juki card, and third card.

  When this third card is inserted, first, a check determination is made as to whether or not processing is possible. Here, if the processing is impossible and the determination itself is impossible, it becomes NG and the card is ejected. If it is determined that processing is possible, processing corresponding to each card proceeds.

  This card has various codes, numerical character information, graphic information, and the like, and information can be taken out from a predetermined position physically predetermined according to the type of the card. When it is detected as a driver's license, it is possible to derive visible age information written at a predetermined position.

  When a Juki card is detected, certain information, such as date of birth information, is obtained, and when a third card is detected, the date of birth or age, admission / period information, and other information processing Corresponds to the application. Other information includes rewritable admission ticket information, processing results, clearing information, etc. as described above, and in the case of a non-rewritable card, it corresponds to an entrance ticket or a membership card. The fileable contents have a format that enables Japanese processing.

  The age identification and recognition system according to the present invention is configured as described above. Although the embodiment is intended for cigarette vending machines, it can be applied to vending machines for other age-regulated products, and regulations and age restrictions on public gambling voting ticket vending machines. It can be applied to a wide range of applications such as admission control to certain facilities. In addition, it can be used as various keys or used for identification purposes in parking lots to calculate charges and prevent theft.

It is a block diagram of an age identification part. It is a flowchart figure which shows the operation | movement procedure of the system which concerns on this invention.

Explanation of symbols

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 5 Card reader 6 CPU part 7 Card conveyance part 8 Optical sensor part 9 Display part 10 Image sensor part 11 RFID reader part 12 Buzzer 13 PIN pad

Claims (7)

  The card used for the age identification and recognition system is one or more types of RFID card that uses a basic resident register card or a two-dimensional code with a date of birth information (PIN code). Read the date of birth information (PIN code) in the code and use this as a trigger signal to check the date of birth information recorded independently in the RFID and determine that the card is authentic Identification recognition system.   The age identification unit using a card has a mechanism for inserting and ejecting the card. In addition to the mechanism for inserting and ejecting the card, the image sensor unit, RFID reader unit, optical sensor unit, and display unit are connected to the CPU. The age identification and recognition system according to claim 1, wherein:   The age according to claim 1 or 2, wherein when the card is inserted into the age identification unit by the card, the front edge of the card is stopped in a partially exposed state when loading is completed. Identification recognition system.   The RFID card using the two-dimensional code in which the date of birth information (PIN code) is written is prepared in two types, rewritable and non-rewritable. 4. The age identification recognition system according to 3.   In the case of an RFID card that is combined with a two-dimensional code in which the date of birth information (PIN code) is written, it is first determined whether or not the card can be processed after insertion into the age identification unit. 5. The age identification and recognition system according to claim 4, wherein the system is NG.   2. A numeric keypad for inputting a PIN code for identifying a person, particularly a PIN pad, can be attached to confirm the birth date information recorded independently in the RFID. The age recognition / recognition system according to claim 2, claim 3, claim 4 or claim 5.   The above-mentioned numeric keypad, especially the PIN pad, cannot read the date of birth information (PIN code) from the two-dimensional code, the two-dimensional code does not exist, the two-dimensional code does not exist even if it is not used, and the two-dimensional 7. The age identification / recognition system according to claim 6, wherein the age identification / recognition system works effectively in any case where the function of reading the code is not provided.

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