RU2775148C2 - Digital lock - Google Patents

Abstract

FIELD: locking systems.

SUBSTANCE: invention relates to locks, and more specifically to digital door locks. Digital lock (100) containing at least two magnets differs in that one magnet is magnet (310) of a semi-solid magnetic alloy (SSMA), and the other magnet is magnet (320) of a magnetic solid alloy (MSA). In this case, magnet (320) of the magnetic solid alloy is made with the possibility of movement in order to open or lock digital lock (100). At the same time, magnet (310) of the semi-solid magnetic alloy and magnets (320) of the magnetic solid alloy are located next to each other. Moreover, there is a possibility, when changing polarity of magnet (310) of the semi-solid magnetic alloy, repulsion and attraction of magnet (320) of the magnetic solid alloy, for opening and locking digital lock (100). A method for control of a digital lock is also proposed.

EFFECT: creation of a lock easily embedded in different locking systems, consuming less energy compared to existing mechanical and electromechanical locks, including when a digital lock is in a lock state, while it is smaller in size with a reduced number of components.

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Description

The field of technology to which the invention belongs

The invention generally relates to locks, and more particularly to digital locks for doors.

State of the art

Electromechanical locks have replaced traditional mechanical locks. Electromechanical locks are locking devices actuated by magnetic field forces or electric current. Electromechanical locks are sometimes stand-alone devices with an electronic control unit mounted directly on the lock. In addition, electromechanical locks use magnets, electromagnets, or motors to actuate the lock, either by energizing or de-energizing. Electromechanical locks are configured to switch between a locked state and an open state. In general, in the locked state of the electromechanical lock, there is a constant supply of power to the electromagnet to keep the electromechanical lock in the locked state. In addition, due to the use of motors, electromechanical locks are characterized by high power consumption.

However, electromechanical locks have the inherent risk of failure of the electrical contacts in the motor, and the risk of contamination of the gear and motor bearings. Electromechanical locks are less reliable, since the protection of such locks against burglary can often be easily violated by switching them to an openable state. In addition, electromechanical locks are larger in size and not very easy to put into operation. Electromechanical locks are characterized by high manufacturing and assembly costs. Electromechanical locks consume more electricity because they consume power when they are locked.

An electromechanical lock that uses the forces of a magnetic field is disclosed in EP 3118977 A1. This document is cited in the present description as a reference material.

An electromechanical lock with reduced power consumption is disclosed in US 20170226784 A1. This document is also cited in the present description as a reference material.

Microfluidic actuators with pulse control and ultra-low power consumption are disclosed in Sensors and Actuators (Sensors and Actuators) A 263(2017) 8-22. This document is also cited in the present description as a reference material.

However, the disadvantages of the locks of the prior art are that such locks contain a lot of extra parts and consume a lot of energy in the locked state.

Disclosure of invention

The objective of the present invention is to eliminate and mitigate the above disadvantages inherent in the above devices of the prior art.

The object of the present invention is to reduce the power consumption of the lock when the latter is in the locked state.

The object of the present invention is to control the operation of a digital lock using magnets. The digital lock contains at least two magnets. The magnets are responsible for locking and/or opening the digital lock. The digital lock is a self-powered lock, independent of the mains, receiving power from any of the following sources: Near-Field Communication (NFC) device, solar panel, power supply and / or battery, or from the muscular strength of the user.

According to the present invention, in one aspect, the digital lock comprises a semi-hard magnetic alloy (PTMS) magnet within a magnetization coil and a hard magnetic alloy (HMT) magnet for opening or closing the digital lock. The PTMS magnet and the MTS magnet are located next to each other. Reversing the polarity of the PTMS magnet when it is magnetized is used to repel or attract the MTS magnet in order to open or close the digital lock.

According to the present invention in another aspect, the digital lock includes a first axis, a second axis and a user interface attached to the outer surface of the lock body and connected to the first axis. The PTMS magnet and the MTS magnet are inside the first axis. The digital lock also contains a position sensor configured to set the slot of the second axis to the operating position so that the MTC magnet can enter the specified slot.

According to the present invention in another aspect, the digital lock comprises at least one locking pin which is operable to slide into a slot in the lock body. The locking pins can protrude into the lock body from various angle directions.

According to the present invention, in yet another aspect, when the rest state of the lock is the locked state, the digital lock is capable of being returned to the locked state. Likewise, when the rest state of the lock is the unlocked state, the digital lock is capable of being returned to the openable state. In the locked state, the MTS magnet is provided with a position inside the first axis, while the second axis does not rotate, and the user interface rotates freely. In the opened state, the MTS magnet is extended into the groove of the second axis.

A digital lock comprising at least two magnets is characterized in that one magnet is a PTMS magnet and the other magnet is an MTC magnet, wherein the MTC magnet is movable to open or lock the digital lock.

The invention relates to a software product capable of controlling the operation of a digital lock, which contains at least two magnets,

- PTMS magnet;

- MTS magnet; and

- a processing module configured to control a digital lock, the processing module comprising:

an input module configured to receive a signal from the user interface;

an authentication module, configured to authenticate the information received by the user interface;

a database for storing identification data of one or more users; and

an output module configured to control a power source to power the magnetizing coil to reverse the polarity of the PTMS magnet in response to successful user identification, and control the MTC magnet to open or close the digital lock.

The digital lock control method includes the following steps:

- provide two magnets, characterized in that one magnet is a PTMS magnet, and the other magnet is an MTS magnet, while the MTS magnet is made with the possibility of opening or locking a digital lock.

The invention has tangible advantages. The result of the invention is a digital lock that is cheaper to manufacture compared to existing electromechanical locks. The digital lock according to the invention eliminates the use of expensive motors and mechanical gears. In addition, the digital lock is smaller and easier to integrate into various locking systems. This digital lock consumes less power than existing mechanical and electromechanical locks, even when the digital lock is locked. The manufacturing process of the digital lock is low cost because the number of components that make up the digital lock is also reduced. The cost of assembling a digital lock is also low cost. The digital lock is reliable, because it is able to work in various temperature ranges, and has corrosion resistance. Since the digital lock is able to return to the locked state, the digital lock according to the present invention appears to be secure.

The digital lock discussed in the present description is technically advanced and has the following advantages: it is safe, easy to implement, small in size, cost-effective, reliable and has low power consumption.

The invention can best be described as a non-motorized digital lock with low power consumption. The operation of this digital lock is based on the magnetization of a semi-hard magnetic alloy magnet. Changing the polarity of the PTMS magnet is carried out by means of a magnetization coil located around the PTMS magnet. Reversing the polarity of the PTMS magnet repels the MTS magnet, and inserts the MTS magnet into the groove of the digital lock housing, thereby opening the digital lock. In the best mode, the locked state is the rest state of the lock; however, to open the digital lock, a minimum amount of energy is sufficient, which can be obtained by inserting a digital key into the digital lock or from an NFC device, since the digital lock does not consume power when locked at rest. If an attempt is made to deliberately open the digital lock by an external magnetic field, by applying an external shock or impulse, the blocking pins will be activated. In addition, if excessive force is applied to the digital lock, the pins of the digital lock may break, or a clutch may be provided that limits the torque transmitted to the pins.

Brief description of the drawings

Fig. 1 shows in block diagram form an embodiment 10 of a digital lock according to the present invention.

Fig. 2 shows in block diagram form an embodiment 20 of a digital lock according to the present invention.

Fig. 3 shows in block diagram form an embodiment 30 of a digital lock according to the present invention in a locked state.

Fig. 4 shows in block diagram form an embodiment 40 of a digital lock according to the present invention in an open state.

Fig. 5A shows in block diagram form an embodiment 50 of a digital lock comprising locking pins in accordance with the present invention.

Fig. 5B shows in block diagram form an embodiment 51 of a digital lock comprising locking pins and a plurality of slots in a lock body in accordance with the present invention.

Fig. 6A, 6B, and 6C show in block diagram form an embodiment 60 of a digital lock according to the present invention, showing the process of aligning an MTC magnet with a slot.

Fig. 7 is a graphical representation of an embodiment 70 depicting the magnetization and magnetic materials that make up the digital lock of the present invention.

Fig. 8A, 8B, and 8C are block diagrams of an embodiment 80 depicting various ways of operating a digital lock according to the present invention.

Fig. 9 is a flowchart showing an embodiment 90 of a method for operating a digital lock according to the present invention.

Fig. 10 is a flowchart showing an embodiment 91 of a method for magnetizing a digital lock according to the present invention.

Fig. 11 is a screenshot of an embodiment 92 of a software product for controlling a digital lock according to the present invention.

Fig. 12 is a screenshot of an embodiment 93 of a software product according to the present invention.

Fig. 13 is a screenshot of an embodiment 94 of a software product according to the present invention.

Fig. 14 is a screenshot of an embodiment 95 of a software product according to the present invention.

Fig. 15 is a screenshot of an embodiment 96 of a software product according to the present invention.

Fig. 16 is a screenshot of an embodiment 97 of a software product according to the present invention.

Fig. 17 shows in block diagram form an embodiment 98 of a software product according to the present invention.

Fig. 18 shows in block diagram form an embodiment 99 of a digital lock comprising locking pins in accordance with the present invention.

Fig. 19 is a block diagram of an embodiment 101 of a digital lock showing magnetization and power consumption in a locked state and an open state in accordance with the present invention.

Fig. 20 is a flowchart showing an embodiment 102 of a method for operating a digital lock according to the present invention.

Fig. 21 is a screenshot showing an embodiment 103 of a software product according to the present invention.

Fig. 22A-F represent an embodiment 104 of the invention, depicting the power consumption of a digital lock in various implementations.

Fig. 23A shows in block diagram form an embodiment 105 of a digital lock with one rotational axis according to the present invention.

Fig. 23B shows in block diagram form an embodiment 106 of the present invention with a digital lock with one axis of rotation, in a locked state.

Fig. 23C shows in block diagram form an embodiment 107 of the present invention with a digital lock with one axis of rotation, in an open state.

Fig. 23D, 23E, 23F is a block diagram of an embodiment 108 of the present invention with a single rotation digital lock, showing a locked state, an open state, and an open state.

Fig. 24A shows in block diagram form an embodiment 109 of a single linear axis digital lock according to the present invention.

Fig. 24B shows in block diagram form an embodiment 116 of the present invention with a single linear axis digital lock in a locked state.

Fig. 24C shows in block diagram form an embodiment 111 of the present invention with a single linear axis digital lock in an open state.

Fig. 24D shows in block diagram form an embodiment 112 of the present invention with a single linear axis digital lock in the open state.

Fig. 25A shows in block diagram form an embodiment 113 of the present invention with a single linear axis digital lock in an open state; the operating program and user interface are also shown.

Fig. 25B shows in block diagram form an embodiment 114 of a single linear axis digital lock according to the present invention, in the open state; the operating program and user interface are also shown.

Fig. 26A and 26B show an embodiment 115 of an MTC digital lock magnet in block diagram form, showing a locked state and an open state in accordance with the present invention.

Some of the embodiments of the digital lock are described in the dependent claims.

Implementation of the invention

The present invention provides a digital lock, system and method, as well as a software product for locking and opening doors.

The digital lock contains at least two magnets. One magnet is made of a semi-hard magnetic alloy (hereinafter the PTMS magnet), and the other magnet is made of a hard magnetic alloy (hereinafter the MTS magnet). The MTS magnet is designed for locking and opening a digital lock. The PTMS magnet and the MTS magnet are located next to each other. Reversing the magnetization polarity of the PTMS magnet is used to repel or attract the MTS magnet in order to open or close the digital lock. The digital lock includes at least one locking pin that can protrude into a cutout in the lock body. Locking pins can protrude into the lock body at any different angles. The locking pins must be activated if the digital lock is deliberately opened by an external magnetic field, external shock or impulse.

In FIG. 1 shows in block diagram form an embodiment 10 of a digital lock 100. The digital lock 100 may be a low power device capable of locking and unlocking a door that does not require electrical components such as motors. In addition, the digital lock 100 provides the user with the convenience of locking and unlocking the door without a key. The digital lock 100 may use assistive technology such as fingerprint access, card entry, or a keypad to lock and unlock the door.

In the depicted embodiment, the digital lock 100 includes a body 110, a first rotatable shaft 120, a second rotatable shaft 130, and a user interface 140. The first axis 120 and the second axis 130 are located within the housing 110. According to an example, the first axis 120 and the second axis 130 may be a roller, made with the possibility of rotation. In addition, the user interface 140 is connected to the first shaft 120 of the digital lock 100. According to one embodiment, the user interface 140 is attached to the outer surface 150 of the housing 110. According to an example, the user interface 140 may be a doorknob, a doorknob, or a digital key. In the depicted embodiment, the user interface 140 may be an item that is used to lock or open the digital lock 100. The user interface 140 may include an identification device 210.

Any features of embodiment 10 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

In FIG. 2 shows in block diagram form an embodiment 20 of a digital lock 100 according to the present invention. The digital lock 100 further comprises an electronic module 200 connected to the identification device 210 via the data bus 220 . The data bus 220 is configured to exchange data between the identification device 210 and the lock electronic module 200 .

The identification device 210 is configured to recognize the user using any of the following: key fob, fingerprint, magnetic stripe, and/or Near-Field Communication (NFC) signal. The identification device 210 is configured to recognize the user and provide the user with access to lock or open the digital lock 100 after the user is authenticated (authenticated) by any of the above authentication methods. The fingerprint user authentication method is performed by recognizing traces left by the user's skin combs.

When the over-threshold fingerprint of the user matches the fingerprint stored in the database of the lock electronics module 200, the electronics module 200 authenticates the user via the data bus 220 . This authentication of the user results in the locking or unlocking of the digital lock 100. For example, the threshold can be defined as 80% fingerprint match.

The magnetic stripe user authentication method is performed by recognizing authentication information recorded on the magnetic stripe. When the authentication information recorded on the magnetic material related to the user substantially matches the authentication information stored in the database of the electronic lock module 200, the electronic module 200 authenticates the user via the data bus 220, which causes the digital lock 100 to be locked or opened. for example, the key fob user authentication method for locking and opening the digital lock 100 is similar to the magnetic stripe authentication method. The key fob user authentication method is performed by recognizing the authentication information stored in the key fob. When the credential information stored in the key fob owned by the user substantially matches the credential information stored in the database of the lock electronic module 200, the electronic module 200 authenticates the user via the data bus 220, which causes the digital lock 100 to be locked or opened.

According to some embodiments of the invention, the key, tag, key fob or NFC device can be protected from copying using the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) or a similar encryption method. This encryption standard is given in the present description as a reference material.

The digital lock 100 includes a power supply module 230 for powering the digital lock through any of the following power sources: an NFC device, a solar panel, a power source, or a battery. In some embodiments, the digital lock may also be powered by the user entering a key, or the user may otherwise perform work on the system to power the digital lock. In addition, the digital lock 100 includes a position sensor 240 for positioning a slot (not shown) of the second axis 130. The position sensor is optional as some designs may be implemented without such a sensor. A position sensor 240 is connected to the lock electronics 200 to position the slot of the second shaft 130 in the correct position so that the movable magnet enters the slot. In the depicted embodiment, when the slot of the second axis 130 is not aligned with the moving magnet, the digital lock 100 is in the locked state (as shown in FIG. 3). The lock electronics module 200 uses a power supply module 230 to power a magnetizing coil 250 that magnetizes a fixed magnet 260 (also referred to as a PTMS magnet, as shown in FIG. 3). More specifically, the lock electronic module 200 is electrically coupled to the magnetizing coil 250 to magnetize the stationary magnet 260.

Any features of embodiment 20 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

In FIG. 3 is a block diagram of an embodiment 30 of a digital lock 100 according to the present invention in a locked state 300. The digital lock 100 includes a PTMS magnet 310 and an MTC magnet 320 configured to open or lock the digital lock 100. The PTMS magnet 310 is located along the next to the magnet 320 MTS. In addition, the PTMS magnet 310 is located within the magnetization coil 250. In the illustrated embodiment, the PTMS magnet 310 is made from Alnico alloy and the MTC magnet 320 is made from SmCo. In particular, the PTMS magnet 310 is made of an iron alloy, which includes aluminum (Al), nickel (Ni), and cobalt (Co) in addition to iron (Fe). For example, the PTMS magnet 310 may be made from copper and titanium. The 320 MTC magnet is a permanent magnet made from a compound of samarium (Sm) and cobalt (Co).

In some embodiments, the MTC magnet 320 may be implemented within a titanium shell. For example, an SmCo MTC magnet can be placed inside a titanium case. Said casing or sheath advantageously increases the hardness and strength of the 320 MTC magnet to reduce the effects of wear that occurs over time. The casing or shell is also preferably made of lightweight material in order to limit the total weight of the magnet to 320 MTC. According to the invention, materials other than titanium can be used to make the sheath or sheath.

For example, the MTC magnet 320 may be an element made from a material that can be magnetized and be able to generate its own permanent magnetic field, in contrast to the PTMS magnet 310, which needs to be magnetized (polarized).

The PTMS magnet 310 is polarized to repel or attract the MTC magnet 320 to open or close the digital lock 100 in response to a reversal of the polarity of the PTMS magnet 310 by the magnetizing coil 250. In particular, when the digital lock 100 is in the locked state 300, the PTMS magnet 310 is polarized. so that its north pole (N) faces the south pole (S) of magnet 320 MTS. In accordance with the laws of magnetism, the PMTS magnet 310 and the MTS magnet 320 are attracted to each other. As a result of this configuration, the MTC magnet 320 does not fit into the slot 330 of the second axis 130 of the digital lock 100. It should be understood that in some embodiments, the polarities of the PMTC magnet 310 and the MTC magnet 320 may be such that the south pole (S) of the magnet 310 The PMTC faces the north pole (N) of the MTC magnet 320, which causes the PMTC magnet 310 and the MTC magnet 320 to be attracted to each other.

For example, the digital lock 100 is said to operate between the locked state 300 and the open state (as shown in FIG. 4). In addition, when the rest state of the digital lock 100 should be the locked state 300, the digital lock 100 is configured to return to the locked state 300. For example, the rest state of the digital lock 100 can be defined as the state of lowest energy to which the system relaxes. In addition, when the digital lock 100 is in the locked state 300, the first axle 120 and the second axle 130 are not connected to each other. When the digital lock 100 is in the locked state 300, the MTC magnet 320 is retracted inside the first axis 120. In this state, the second axis 130 does not rotate and is not connected to the first axis 120, and the user interface 140 can rotate. However, since the MTC magnet 320 does not protrude and enter the slot 330 of the second axle 130, the user cannot open the digital lock 100 because rotation is not transmitted to rotate both axles when the digital lock 100 is in the locked state 300.

Any features of embodiment 30 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

In FIG. 4 shows in block diagram form an embodiment 40 of a digital lock 100 according to the present invention in an open state 400. As discussed above with reference to FIG. 3, the digital lock 100 includes a PTMS magnet 310 and a MTC magnet 320 configured to open or lock the digital lock 100. The PTMS magnet 310 is positioned adjacent to the MTC magnet 320. In addition, the PTMS magnet 310 is located within the magnetization coil 250. The PTMS magnet 310 acquires the proper properties to repel or attract the MTC magnet 320 when the polarity of the PTMS magnet 310 is reversed by the magnetization coil 250. In particular, when the digital lock 100 is in the open state 400 (to enable the digital lock 100 to be opened), the PTMS magnet 310 is polarized so that its south pole (S) faces the south plus (S) of the MTC magnet 320. Due to the magnetic interaction, the MTS magnet 320 is repelled by the PTMS magnet 310. As a result, the MTC magnet 320 engages in the slot 330 of the second axis 130 of the digital lock 100. It should be understood that in some embodiments, the polarities of the PTMS magnet 310 and the MTC magnet 320 may be such that the north pole (N) of the PTMS magnet 310 faces to the north pole (N) of the MTC magnet 320, which causes the PTMS magnet 310 and the MTC magnet 320 to repel each other.

When the rest state of the digital lock 100 is to be the open state 400, the digital lock 100 is configured to return to the open state 400. This is useful, for example, if the lock is located on an emergency exit door that needs to be opened.

Further, when the digital lock 100 is in the open state 400, the first axle 120 and the second axle 130 are connected to each other. When the digital lock 100 is in the opening state 400, the MTC magnet 320 is extended into the slot 330 of the second axle 130. In such a state, when the MTC magnet 320 protrudes and enters the slot 330 of the second axle 130, the user can open the digital lock 100, since the latter is in open state 400.

In accordance with the present invention, the MTC magnet 320 and the PTMS magnet 310 are located within the first axis 120 of the digital lock 100. Within the axis 120, the PTMS magnet 310 is located below the MTC magnet 320. Reversing the polarity of the PTMS magnet 310 by means of the magnetizing coil 250 causes the MTC magnet 320 to be repelled and pushed into the slot 330 of the second shaft 130. Through this movement, the digital lock 100 enters the open state 400, which allows the digital lock 100 to be opened. In some embodiments, the PTMS magnet 310 may be positioned on top of the MTC magnet 320. However, reversing the polarity of the PTMS magnet 310 by the magnetizing coil 250 may cause the PTMS magnet 310 to move and enter the slot 330 of the second axle 130. By engaging the PTMS magnet 310 in the slot 330 of the second axle 130 in this way, the digital lock 100 can move to the open state 400, and the user is able to open the digital lock 100.

Any features of embodiment 40 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

In FIG. 5A is a block diagram of an embodiment 50 of a digital lock 100 including locking pins 500 in accordance with the present invention. Numeric lock 100 includes at least one locking pin 500 configured to fit into slot 510 of lock body 110 for any of the following reasons: when an external magnetic field is applied, when an external shock or impulse is applied, and/or when the first the axle 120 is rotated too fast to prevent unauthorized opening of the digital lock 100. For example, the locking pins 500 may be pins, preferably made of a magnetic material such as iron (Fe), designed to prevent unauthorized opening of the digital lock 100. More specifically, locking pins pins 500 are actuated to prevent rotation of first axle 120, and thereby prevent unauthorized opening of digital lock 100. , for example, a magnetic field or an external impulse a, the MTC magnet 320 may enter the slot 330 of the second axle 130, which will cause the first axle 120 and the second axle 130 to be connected to each other. Further, the locking pins 500 usually enter the slot, and after the impact of the external force on the lock is completed, they return back to the first axis 120 due to the magnetic force developed by the MTC magnet 511 or a mechanical force such as a spring force. That is, the magnetic or spring force both brings the locking pins into the slot when locking is required and out of the slot when locking is no longer required.

More specifically, the force generated by the MTC magnet 511 or mechanical force may be greater than the magnetic force generated by an external magnetic field source and/or greater than the external impulse, which will force the locking pins 500 to return to the first axis 120. In addition, the inertia and magnetic force of the magnet 511 The MTC as well as the locking pins 500 are designed such that the locking pins 500 are actuated before the MTC magnet 320 is moved. When the locking pins 500 move into the slot of the lock body 110 due to the action of an external magnetic field and/or an external pulse, this prevents unauthorized opening of the digital lock 100.

Any features of embodiment 50 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

Fig. 5B schematically depicts an embodiment 51 of a digital lock 100 comprising locking pins 500 and a plurality of slots 520 in a lock body 110, and in accordance with the present invention. As previously described, in order to prevent unauthorized opening of the digital lock 100, the lock includes at least one locking pin 500 that is configured to retract into a slot 510 of the lock body 110 for any of the following reasons: when an external magnetic field is applied, when an external shock is applied or an impulse is applied, and/or when the first axle 120 is rotated too fast. During unauthorized opening of the digital lock 100, the lock(s) pin(s) 500 may protrude into the lock body 110 at various angles. In addition, the lock body 110 includes a plurality of slots 520 located at various positions on the body 110. The locking pin 500 can prevent unauthorized opening of the digital lock 100 when said pin is aligned with the slot 510, as shown in the left diagram of FIG. 5V. The plurality of slots 520 are designed such that, in the event of an unauthorized opening of the digital lock 100, the locking pins 500 are allowed to enter the plurality of slots 520 at all angles/positions. Conversely, the locking pin 500 may not prevent unauthorized opening of the digital lock 100 when said pin is not aligned with the notch 520, as shown in the right diagram of FIG. 5V.

Any features of embodiment 51 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

Fig. 6A, 6B and 6C schematically depict an embodiment 60 of a digital lock 100 according to the present invention, showing the process of aligning the MTC magnet 320 with the slot 330. When the lock is in operation, the PTMS magnet 310 and the MTC magnet 320 are inside the first axis 120. When the first axis 120 is not rotated , and the encoder 240 is not in the actuating position, the slot 330 of the second axis 130 is not aligned with the MTC magnet 320 so that the magnet can fit into said slot, as shown in FIG. 6A. In this state, the first axle 120 and the second axle 130 are not connected to each other. And in Fig. 6B and 6C, when the first axle 120 is rotated, the position sensor 240 is in the actuated position and the slot 330 of the second axle 130 is aligned with the MTC magnet 320. The MTC magnet 320 is prepared to fit into the slot 330 of the second axle 130 by reversing the polarity of the PTMS magnet 310. Through this reversal of the polarity of the PTMS magnet 310, and forcing the MTC magnet 320 into the slot 330, the digital lock 100 is said to have entered an unlockable state 400 that allows the lock 100 to be opened. In this state, the first axle 120 and the second axle 130 are connected to each other. .

In addition, the alignment of the MTC magnet 320 with the slot 330 can be performed by a mechanical device in applications in which the user interface 140 and the second axis 130 return to the same position after the lock is opened. One example of this is a lever operated lock. In such arrangements, position sensor 240 may not be required.

Any features of embodiment 60 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

Fig. 7 is a graphical representation of an embodiment 70 showing the magnetization and magnetic materials that are included in the digital lock 100 in accordance with the present invention. As previously discussed, the digital lock 100 includes a PTMS magnet 310 and a MTC magnet 320 configured to lock and unlock the digital lock 100. The PTMS magnet 310 is made from Alnico and the MTC magnet 320 is made from SmCo. In particular, the PTMS magnet 310 is made of an iron alloy, which includes aluminum (Al), nickel (Ni), and cobalt (Co) in addition to iron (Fe). For example, the PTMS magnet 310 may also be made from copper and titanium. The 320 MTS magnet is a permanent magnet made from an alloy of samarium (Sm) and cobalt (Co). The MTC magnet 320 may be an element made from a material that is magnetized and creates its own permanent magnetic field, as opposed to the PTMS magnet 310, which must be magnetized.

Any features of embodiment 70 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

Fig. 8A, 8B, and 8C are block diagrams of an embodiment 80 of the invention, showing various ways of operating a digital lock 100 in accordance with the present invention. According to FIG. 8A, the digital lock 100 is operated by a lever 810 that is connected to an identification device (ID) reader 820. The ID reader 820 is configured to recognize a user using any of the following: RFID tag (Radio Frequency Identification), Near Field Communication (NFC) device signal, magnetic stripe, fingerprint, and the like. The ID reader 820 is capable of authenticating the user and allowing the user to access the locking and opening of the digital lock 100 after the user has been authenticated by authenticating the user with any of the aforementioned authentication methods. The method of user authentication by fingerprint is carried out by verifying the authenticity of the fingerprint left by the combs of the user's skin. When the user's over-threshold fingerprint matches the fingerprint that is stored in the database of the electronic lock module 200, the latch 830 is actuated by the lever 810, thereby allowing the user to lock or open the digital lock 100. For example, the threshold may be defined as 80% fingerprint matching. The magnetic stripe user authentication method is carried out by authenticating the information recorded in the magnetic stripe. When the authentication information recorded in the magnetic material owned by the user substantially matches the authentication information stored in the database of the electronic lock module 200, the latch 830 is actuated by the lever 810, thereby allowing the user to lock or open the digital lock 100. In one embodiment, implementation, if the lock receives energy from the user, then the power is generated by the movement of the lever.

For example, the RFID tag user authentication method for locking or opening the digital lock 100 is similar to the magnetic stripe identification method. The method for authenticating a user by an RFID tag is carried out by authenticating the information stored in the RFID tag. When the authentication information recorded in the RFID tag belonging to the user substantially matches the authentication information stored in the database of the electronic lock module 200, the latch 830 is actuated by the lever 810, thereby allowing the user to lock or open the digital lock 100. Next, a method for authenticating a user by a signal from a near field communication (NFC) device is performed by authenticating user data. When the user data matches the user data threshold that is stored in the database of the lock electronics 200, the latch 830 is actuated by the lever 810, thereby allowing the user to lock or open the digital lock 100. For example, the user data may be a digital token, a user ID or any other information related to the user. The lever 810 makes an angular movement as shown in FIG. 8A.

According to FIG. 8B, the numeric lock 100 is operated by a circular handle 840 which includes a user ID reader (not shown). The user ID reader is configured to authenticate the user with any of the following: RFID tag, NFC device signal, magnetic stripe, fingerprint, and the like. The ID reader is capable of authenticating the user and granting the user access to lock or open the digital lock 100 after the user is authenticated by authenticating the user with any of the aforementioned authentication methods. The method of user authentication by fingerprint is carried out by verifying the authenticity of the fingerprint left by the combs of the user's skin. When the over-threshold user's fingerprint matches the fingerprint stored in the database of the lock electronics 200, the latch 850 is actuated by the knob 840, thereby allowing the user to lock or open the digital lock 100. For example, the threshold may be defined as 80 % fingerprint match. The magnetic stripe user authentication method is carried out by authenticating the information recorded in the magnetic stripe. When the authentication information recorded in the magnetic material owned by the user substantially matches the authentication information stored in the database of the electronic lock module 200, the latch 850 is actuated by the knob 840, thereby allowing the user to lock or unlock the digital lock 100. In some In embodiments, the lock is implemented as a padlock that is locked and unlocked with a digital lock 100.

For example, the RFID tag user authentication method for locking or opening the digital lock 100 is similar to the magnetic stripe identification method. The method for authenticating a user by an RFID tag is carried out by authenticating the information stored in the RFID tag. When the authentication information recorded in the RFID tag owned by the user substantially matches the authentication information stored in the database of the lock electronics 200, the latch 850 is actuated by the knob 840, thereby allowing the user to lock or unlock the digital lock 100. Further , the NFC device signal user authentication method is performed by user data authentication. When the user data matches the user data threshold that is stored in the database of the lock electronics 200, the latch 850 is actuated by the knob 840, thereby allowing the user to lock or open the digital lock 100. For example, the user data may be a digital token, ID user or any other information related to the user. The knob 840 moves in a circle as shown in FIG. 8B. If the lock receives power from the user, the power is generated by turning the knob 840 by the user.

According to FIG. 8C, the digital lock 100 is operated by the electronic digital key 860. The method for authenticating the user by the electronic digital key is performed by authenticating the information belonging to the electronic digital key 860. When the information of the electronic digital key 860 inserted by the user matches the identification information of the electronic digital key 860. 860, which is stored in the database of the electronic lock module 200, the latch 870 is actuated by the electronic digital key 860, thereby allowing the user to lock or open the digital lock 100. The digital lock 100 and the digital key 860 may comply with the AES standard as discussed above. Digital lock 100 and digital key 860 operate via electromagnetic contact or non-contact via air.

According to some embodiments of the invention, the energy generated by the user to move the digital key 860 in the digital lock is collected to power the digital lock 100 or the digital key 860.

Any features of embodiment 80 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

Fig. 9 shows in block diagram form an embodiment 90 of a method for operating a digital lock 100 according to the present invention. This method can be implemented in a system similar or identical to, for example, options 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70 and 80 shown in FIG. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8, as discussed elsewhere in the description.

At 900, at least two magnets are provided in the digital lock 100. One magnet is a 310 PTMS magnet and the other magnet is a 320 MTS magnet. The MTC magnet 320 is configured to open or close the digital lock 100. As described with reference to FIG. 1, the digital lock 100 includes a first axle 120, a second axle 130, and a user interface 140 attached to the outer surface 150 of the lock body 110. User interface 140 is coupled to first axis 120. PTMS magnet 310 and MTC magnet 320 are located within first axis 120.

In step 910, the PTMS magnet 310 and the MTC magnet 320 are placed next to each other. In the depicted embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3, 4 and 5, the MTS magnet 320 is positioned above the PTMS magnet 310.

At step 920, the PTMS magnet 310 is positioned within the magnetizing coil 250. When required, the magnetizing coil 250 causes the PTMS magnet 310 to change polarity.

In step 930, the magnetizing coil 250 reverses the polarity of the PTMS magnet 310 to attract or repel the MTC magnet 320 to open or close the digital lock 100.

In step 940, the MTC magnet 320 is positioned within the first axis in the locked state of the lock. In this state, the first axle 120 and the second axle 130 are not connected to each other. Thus, the second axis 130 does not rotate due to the movement of the first axis 120. In addition, due to the connection between the first axis 120 and the user interface 140, when the first axis 120 rotates, the user interface 140 also rotates in the same direction as the rotation direction of the first axis 120. When the rest state of the digital lock 100 should be the locked state 300, the digital lock 100 is configured to return to the locked state.

In step 950, the MTC magnet 320 is pulled into the slot 330 of the second axle 130 in the opening state 400 of the lock. A position sensor 240 is provided to position the slot 330 of the second axis 130 in position so that the MTC magnet 320 can enter the slot 330. When the rest state of the digital lock 100 is to be the open state 400, the digital lock is configured to return to the open state 400. In addition When the digital lock 100 is in the open state 400, the first axle 120 and the second axle 130 are connected to each other. In such a state, when the MTC magnet 320 is pushed into the slot 330 of the second shaft 130, the user can open the digital lock 100 since the lock is in the open state 400.

The extension of the magnet 320 MTS usually leads to wear of the components over time. To increase the durability of the system, in some embodiments, the MTC magnet 320 may be placed within a titanium shell. For example, an SmCo MTC magnet can be placed inside a titanium case. This casing or sheath preferably increases the mechanical hardness and strength of the 320 MTC magnet to reduce the effects of wear on the magnet over time. Such a housing or shell is preferably also made of lightweight material to limit the total weight of the magnet to 320 MTC. Materials other than titanium can be used to make the sheath or sheath according to the invention.

At step 960, the locking pin 500 retracts into the slot 510 of the lock body 110 for any of the following reasons: when an external magnetic field is applied, when an external shock or impulse is applied, and/or when the first axle 120 is rotated too fast to prevent unauthorized opening of the digital lock 100.

In addition, the digital lock 100 is capable of being self-powered by any of the following methods: from an NFC device, from a solar panel, from a user's muscle power, from a power source and/or a battery. As described with reference to FIG. 2, the digital lock 100 includes an electronic module 200 connected to the identification device 210 via a data bus 220. The data bus 220 is configured to transfer data between the identification device 210 and the lock electronic module 200 . The identification device 210 is configured to authenticate the user with any of the following: a key fob, a fingerprint, a magnetic stripe, and/or an NFC device signal, which may be a smartphone.

Any features of embodiment 90 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

In FIG. 10 shows in block diagram form an embodiment 91 of a method for magnetizing in a digital lock according to the present invention. The method may be implemented on a system identical or similar to options 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, and 80 depicted in FIG. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8, as discussed elsewhere in the description.

At step 1000, digital lock 100 is powered. In particular, the digital lock is powered from any of the following sources: an NFC device, a solar panel, a power source, and/or a battery, as discussed in previous embodiments.

The identification device 210 is configured to authenticate the user with any of the following: key fob, fingerprint, magnetic stripe, and/or NFC device signal (smartphone signal).

In step 1010, the identity device 210 checks the access rights for the identity data related to the user.

At step 1020, if the access rights of the user are confirmed, then at step 1030, a check is made that the power storage exceeds the threshold level for the locked state 300. On the other hand, if the access rights for the identification data related to the user are not confirmed, then at step 1040, magnetization is performed to provide a locked state 300.

At step 1030, upon completion of checking that the energy margin for the locked state 300 exceeds the threshold level, if the energy margin for the locked state exceeds the threshold level, then at step 1060, the position of the slot 330 of the second axis 130 is checked. If the energy margin for the locked state 300 is less than the threshold level, then at step 1040 perform magnetization to ensure the locked state 300. After the completion of the magnetization to provide the locked state 300 at step 1040, at step 1050, the magnetization process of the digital lock 100 is completed.

At step 1060, after checking the position of the slot 330 of the second axis 130, if the slot 330 of the second axis 130 is in the desired position, then at step 1070, magnetization is performed to ensure the opening state 400. If the slot 330 of the second axis 130 is not in the desired position, then again at step 1030, a check is made that the energy reserve exceeds the threshold level for the latched state 300.

Any features of embodiment 91 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

In FIG. 11 is a screenshot (snapshot) of an embodiment 92 of a software product 1100 configured to control a digital lock 100 in accordance with the present invention. The software product 1100 controls a digital lock 100 containing at least two magnets. One magnet is a PTMS magnet 310 and the other magnet is an MTC magnet 320 configured to open or lock the digital lock 100. The software product 1100 includes a screen interface 1110 for displaying the status of the digital lock 100 More specifically, the locked state 300 and the openable state 400 are displayed on the screen interface. 1110. In addition, the software product includes a fingerprint scanner 1120, an NFC signal reader 1130, a magnetic stripe reader 1140, and/or a keypad 1150. magnetic stripe and/or keypad 1150 will be described with reference to the above figures. For example, while the keypad 1150 is depicted, it should be understood that the keypad 1150 may be replaced by a touchpad in the on-screen interface 1110 of the software product 1100. According to another example, while the fingerprint reader 1120 is depicted, the reader 1120 may be replaced by an iridos scanner in the software product 1100. .

Any features of embodiment 92 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

Fig. 12 is a screenshot of an embodiment 93 of a software product 1100 according to the present invention. This software product may comply with the AES standard. The software product 1100 contemplated by the present invention includes software instructions, processing hardware, necessary operating systems, device drivers, electronic circuitry, first axis 120, second axis 130, PTMS magnet 310, MTC magnet 320, and/or locking pin 500 for digital lock operation. 100. Software product 1100 will be discussed in detail below.

The software product 1100 includes a processing module 1200. The processing module 1200 includes an input module 1210 configured to receive an input indicative of identification data relating to a user. The method for entering user identification data may be implemented by any of the following devices: a keypad 1150, a fingerprint scanner 1200, a magnetic stripe reader 1140, and/or an NFC signal reader 1130. The processing module 1200 further comprises an authentication module 1220 associated with the input module 1210. The authentication module 1220 is configured to determine the authenticity of the input signal received by the user interface 140, while the module 1220 is responsible for granting access to the user to lock or open the digital lock 100. Also, the authentication module 1220 is associated with the database 1230 of the software product 1100. The database 1230 is made with the ability to store identification data of one or more users. The authentication module 1220 authenticates the identification data entered by the user by comparing it with the authentication data already stored in the database of the software product 1100. The verified identification data from the authentication module 1220 is transmitted to the output module 1240 of the software product 1100. The output module 1240 is associated with the digital lock 100 The output module 1240 is configured to control the power supply to power the magnetizing coil 250 to reverse the polarity of the PTMS magnet 310 in response to a successful user authentication, and control the MTC magnet 320 to open or lock the digital lock 100. Thus, the identification data transmitted by the module 1220 to the output module 1240 cause the user to be allowed to lock or open the digital lock 100.

As discussed above, the software product 1100 manages a digital lock 100 containing a PTMS magnet 310 and an MTC magnet 320. The PTMS magnet 310 is located inside the magnetizing coil 250, while the PTMS magnet 310 and the MTC magnet 320 are located next to each other, and inside the first axis 120. The digital lock 100 is a self-contained device that receives electricity through one of the following: NFC field, solar panel , power supply and/or battery. In addition, the digital lock 100 includes a first axle 120, a second axle 130, and a user interface 140. The user interface 140 is attached to the outer surface 150 of the lock body 110 . The user interface 140 is further connected to the first axis 120. The digital lock 100 includes an electronic module 200, which is connected to the identification device 210 via the communication bus 220. The identification device 210 is configured to authenticate the user with any of the following: an electronic key, a tag, a key fob, a fingerprint, a magnetic stripe, an NFC device signal.

Any features of embodiment 93 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

Fig. 13 is a screenshot of an embodiment 94 of a software product 1100 according to the present invention. In the illustrated embodiment 94 of the software product, a process for entering identification data relating to a user is shown. The screenshot displays the date and time. In the presented version, the screenshot displays options for entering the user ID and password. Although in FIG. 13 displays options for the user to enter an ID and password, it should be understood that the user may be shown to enter identification data using any of the following: user ID and password, fingerprint scanner signal 1120, NFC reader signal 1130, smart key, reader signal 1140 magnetic stripe and/or keypad signal 1150.

Any features of embodiment 94 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

Fig. 14 is a screenshot of an embodiment 95 of a software product 1100 according to the present invention. In the illustrated embodiment 95 of the software product, a process for authenticating identification data relating to a user is shown. The authentication process after the user enters their ID and password is displayed to the user as shown in the screenshot. The identification data entered by the user is received by the authentication module 1220, which compares the entered identification data with the user data stored in the database 1230. During this process, the digital lock 100 is in the locked state 300. When the rest state of the digital lock 100 is the locked state 300, the lock 100 is configured to return to the locked state 300. In the locked state 300, the MTC magnet 320 is provided within the first axis 120, while the second axis does not rotate, but the user interface 140 rotates.

Any features of embodiment 95 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

Fig. 15 is a screenshot of an embodiment 96 of a software product 1100 according to the present invention. In the present embodiment 96 of the software product, a screenshot is shown that confirms the authenticity of the user. The identity of the user to open the digital lock 100 is confirmed when the ID and password entered by the user match the ID and password stored in the database 1230. The confirmation information is then passed to the output module 1240, which sends a signal to the digital lock 100 to move to the open state 400. Additionally, a confirmation notification is issued to the user. Said notification may be made in any of the following forms: audio, video, multimedia, and/or text. According to an example, a text notification may be sent to a telephone. The software product 1100 is configured to reverse the polarity of the PTMS magnet 310 to repel or attract the MTC magnet 320 to open the digital lock 100. More specifically, a position sensor 240 is provided to set the slot 330 of the second axis 130 into position so that the MTC magnet 320 can enter the slot 330 In the open state 400, the MTC magnet 320 protrudes into the slot 330 of the second axis 130. When the rest state of the digital lock 100 is the open state 400, the digital lock 100 is configured to return to the open state 400.

According to some embodiments, the database 1230 or other storage medium stores timestamps of lock opening events and lock locking events.

Any features of embodiment 96 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

Fig. 16 is a screenshot of an embodiment 97 of a software product 1100 according to the present invention. In the illustrated embodiment 97 of the software product, a screenshot depicting the situation of unauthorized opening of the digital lock 100 is shown. 120. When the digital lock 100 is tampered with, the locking pin 500 (or pins 500) is activated. The locking pin 500 is configured to extend and fit into a plurality of slots 520 of the lock body 110. If it is detected that the user is trying to ineptly manipulate the lock 100, then the user ID and timestamp will be written to the database 1230.

Any features of embodiment 97 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

Fig. 17 depicts in block diagram form an embodiment 98 of a software product 1100 according to the present invention. In the depicted embodiment 98, the digital lock 100 communicates with the network 1700, the cloud server 1710, and the user's terminal 1720. The digital lock 100 and the user terminal 1720 communicate with the cloud server 1710 via the network 1700. The network 1700 used for communication in the present invention is a wireless or wired internet or telephone network, which is typically a cellular network such as Universal Mobile Communications System. (UMTS, Universal Mobile Telecommunications System), global cellular digital radio system (GSM, Global System for Mobile Telecommunication), packet data system (GPRS, General Packet Radio Service), code division multiple access system (CDMA, Code Division Multiple Access), a 3G network, a 4G network, a Wi-Fi network, and/or a Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (WCDMA) network.

User terminal 1720 is in communication with network 1700 and cloud server 1710. User terminal 1720 may be a mobile terminal computer, typically a smartphone and/or tablet, that is used to receive identification data related to the user. The user terminal 1720 is typically a mobile smartphone, such as an iOS, Android, or Windows Phone operating system smartphone. However, it is also possible that the user terminal 1720 is a mobile station, a telephone, or a computer, such as a PC computer, an Apple Macintosh computer, a Personal Digital Assistant (PDA), or UMTS, GSM, Wireless Application Protocol (WAP). , Wireless Application Protocol), mobile station Teldesic, Inmarsat, Iridium, GPRS, CDMA, GPS, mobile station of the global positioning system (GPS, English Global Positioning System), 3G, 4G, Bluetooth, mobile station wireless local area network ( WLAN, Wireless Local Area Network), Wi-Fi and/or WCDMA. Sometimes, in some embodiments, the user terminal 1720 is a device that contains an operating system, for example, any of the following: Microsoft Windows, Windows NT, Windows CE, Windows Pocket PC, Windows Mobile, GEOS, Palm OS, Meego, MAC OS, iOS, Linux, BlackBerry OS, Google Android and/or Symbian, and/or any other operating system for a computer or smartphone.

The user terminal 1720 is equipped with an application (not shown) to allow the user to enter identification data related to the user to be authenticated by the cloud server 1710 to allow locking and/or opening of the digital lock 100. In the preferred case, the user downloads said application from the network Internet or from various App Stores available from Google, Apple, Facebook and/or Microsoft. For example, in some embodiments, an iPhone user with the Facebook app on the phone will download an app that is compatible with the requirements of the developers as well as Apple and Facebook. Similarly, a custom application can be created for various other mobile phones.

For example, cloud server 1710 may include multiple servers. According to one implementation example, cloud server 1710 may be any type of database server, file server, web server, application server, or the like, configured to store identification data relating to a user. According to another implementation example, the cloud server 1710 may contain multiple databases for storing data files. The databases may be, for example, a structured query language database (SQL-type database), a NoSQL-type database such as Microsoft® SQL Server, Oracle® servers, a MySQL® database, and the like. The cloud server 1710 may be deployed in an environment managed by a cloud storage service provider, wherein the databases may be implemented as cloud databases implemented in a cloud environment.

The cloud server 1710, which may include an input/output device, typically includes a monitor (display), keyboard, mouse, and/or touch screen. However, in a typical case, more than one computer server is in use at the same time, so some computers may include only the computer itself, without a display and keyboard. Computers of this type are usually combined into server farms, which are used to implement the cloud network, which uses the cloud server 1710 corresponding to the present invention. Cloud Server 1710 can be purchased as a standalone solution from well-known vendors such as Microsoft and Amazon, as well as HP (Hewlett-Packard). The cloud server 1710 typically runs Unix, Microsoft, iOS, Linux, or any other known operating system, and typically contains a microprocessor, memory, and storage media such as a fast SSD or hard drives. To improve the responsiveness of the cloud architecture, it is preferable to store all or part of the data on SSD drives, i.e. in fast memory. This component is either selected/configured from an existing cloud provider such as Microsoft or Amazon, or an existing cloud provider such as Microsoft or Amazon configured to store all data from an SSD cloud storage operator such as Pure Storage, EMC, Nimble storage, etc.

During operation, the user enters their identification data into the terminal 1720. For example, the identification data may be a fingerprint, password, and/or personal details associated with the user. Input of user identification data may be through one of the following devices: keypad 1150, fingerprint scanner 1120, and/or NFC signal reader 1130. The identity data entered by the user is transmitted to the cloud server 1710 through the network 1700. The cloud server 1710 authenticates the entered identity data by comparing it with the identity data stored in the database of the cloud server 1710. A notification associated with data authentication is transmitted through the network 1700 and is displayed in the application on the user's terminal 1720. For example, the notification may be a signal indicating successful or unsuccessful authentication. According to some embodiments, the notification may be one of the following types: an audio message, a video message, a multimedia message, or a text message. If there is a mismatch in the identification data, then the digital lock 100 is not opened by the application. If the identification data entered by the user matches the identification data stored in the database of the cloud server 1710, then the digital lock 100 is opened by the application installed in the user's terminal 1720. In some embodiments, power from the user terminal 1720 is used to power the digital lock.

Any features of embodiment 98 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 99, 101, 102, 103,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

Fig. 18 shows in block diagram form an embodiment 99 of a digital lock 100 including locking pins 500 in accordance with the present invention. Magnetic materials are divided into two main groups, namely, soft magnetic and hard magnetic materials. The way to distinguish between soft magnetic materials and hard magnetic materials is based on the magnitude of the coercive force. For example, the magnetic induction of a material can be reduced to zero by applying a reverse magnetic field of a certain strength, and this strength is called a coercive force. In addition, the coercive force is a magnetic characteristic that is strongly dependent on the structure and can be changed by subjecting the magnetic material to various heat and mechanical treatments. Hard and soft magnetic materials can be used to distinguish between ferromagnets based on coercive force. The international standard IEC 404-1 proposes a value of 1 kA/m as the limiting value of the coercive force of hard and soft magnetic materials. According to one example, materials having a coercive force of less than 1 kA/m are considered soft magnetic materials. According to another example, materials having a coercive force greater than 1 kA/m are considered to be hard magnetic materials. In addition, between soft magnetic and hard magnetic materials, there is a group of magnetic materials, which are called semi-hard magnetic materials, and the coercive force of semi-hard magnetic materials is 1-100 kA/m. Typically, the PTMS magnet 310 will have a coercive force in the indicated range, and the coercive force of the MTC magnet 320 will be greater than 100 kA/m.

All magnetic materials are characterized by various forms of hysteresis loop. The most important quantities are the following: residual induction (Br _r ), coercive force (N _c ) and maximum product (VN) _max (energy product), which determines the area of greatest application of the magnet. The maximum product (VN) _max is a measure of the maximum amount of useful work that a permanent magnet can do outside its body. Preferred for the present invention are magnets small in size and weight, and having a high value of the maximum product (BH) _max .

As discussed above, the digital lock includes at least one locking pin 500 configured to extend and retract into the slot 510 of the lock body 110 in the event of any of the following circumstances: when an external magnetic field is applied, when an external shock or impulse is applied, and/ or when the first axle 120 is rotated too fast to prevent unauthorized opening of the digital lock 100. The digital lock 100 includes a PTMS magnet 310 and a MTC magnet 320 for opening and locking the digital lock 100. The PTMS magnet 310 is positioned adjacent to the MTC magnet 320, and placed inside the magnetizing coil 250.

In addition, reversing the polarity of the PTMS magnet 310, which has a coercive force of 58 kA/m, requires approximately ten times less energy than the MTS magnet 320, which has a coercive force of 695 kA/m. See fig. 7, which shows the coercive force of various materials. The magnetization of the PTMS magnet 310 does not have a sufficient level to change the remanence of the MTS magnet 320. The source that influences the magnetization of the PTMS magnet 310 may be the primary field generated by the magnetizing coil 250. For example, when the digital lock 100 is placed in the open state 400, the duration of the magnetization energy peak is less than 1 ms. Successful magnetization of the PTMS magnet 310 requires that the MTC magnet 320 can move freely into the slot 330 when the lock 100 is in the open state 400. Otherwise, the magnetic field of the MTC magnet 320 may affect the magnetic field of the PTMS magnet 310 and the digital lock 100 may not open. The free movement of the MTS magnet 320 is provided by a position sensor 240 or a mechanical device. In addition, when the digital lock 100 is in the open state 400, the field of the MTC magnet 320, which is directed against the field of the PTMS magnet 310, attempts to return the field of the PTMS magnet 310 back to the locked state, however, the gap between the magnets reduces the field strength and the coercive force of the magnet 310 PTMS is able to resist the action of a 320 MTS magnet field. More precisely, the MTC magnet 320 always tends to return the digital lock 100 back to a secure, locked state 300. According to another example, when the digital lock 100 is in the locked state 300, or in the unlocked state 400, the magnetization energy peak duration is less than 1 ms. Successful magnetization of the PTMS magnet 310 can occur at any time. The MTC magnet 320 may or may not be free to move back. The PTMS magnet 310 and the MTC magnet 320 of the digital lock 100 lie in a straight line with the digital lock 100 at rest. The very high coercive force of the MTC magnet 320 holds the PTMS magnet 310 and the MTC magnet 320 together, thereby providing the locked state 300 of the digital lock.

In an embodiment, the source that influences the magnetization of the PTMS magnet 310 may be a secondary field. The MTC magnet 320 has a high energy product that provides a constant magnetic field towards the PTMS magnet 310 and thereby tends to hold or place the PTMS magnet 310 in the locked state 300.

Any features of embodiment 99 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 101, 102, 103,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

Fig. 19 shows in block diagram form an embodiment 101 of a digital lock 100 showing magnetization and power consumption in a locked state 300 and an open state 400 in accordance with the present invention. Since the digital lock 100 according to the present invention bypasses the requirement of a wired power supply, the power consumption and power consumption of off-grid micro systems using the digital lock 100 is very limited. The power consumption of the digital lock 100 is highly dependent on the volume of the PTMS magnet 310. Namely, the smaller the size of the PTMS magnet 310, the smaller the power consumed by the digital lock 100. The strength of the magnetizing field depends on the characteristics of the magnetizing coil 250, such as the number of turns, wire diameter and resistance, and the electric current (I) through the coil. A relatively high value of the electric current is provided by sufficient voltage (U). The main factor that determines the low power consumption of the digital lock 100 is the very short time (t) of power consumption. The energy consumed by the digital lock 100 is a function of voltage (U), electric current (I) and time (t) of energy consumption. The mechanical state memory of the digital lock 100 is provided by the residual induction of the PTMS magnet 310 and the MTC magnet 320, as well as the coercive force of the PTMS magnet 310 and the MTC magnet 320, and thereby ensures that the digital lock 100 consumes zero power. For example, when the digital lock 100 is locked state 300, the power consumption of the digital lock 100 is zero. When the digital lock 100 is placed in the open state 400, a magnetization pulse is generated with a duration of less than 0.1 ms. According to another example, when the digital lock 100 is in the open state 400, the power consumption of the digital lock 100 is zero. When the digital lock 100 is placed in the locked state 300, a magnetizing pulse is generated with a duration of less than 0.1 ms. The total power consumption of the locking mechanism of the digital lock 100 may be 10 mVA per opening cycle of the digital lock 100. The duration of the open state 400 in FIG. 19 is given as an example, and is unlimited. The duration of both the locked and unlocked states depends on the operation of the digital lock 100.

Any features of embodiment 101 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 102, 103,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

Fig. 20 shows in block diagram form an embodiment 102 of a method for operating a digital lock 100 in accordance with the present invention. The method may be implemented on a system identical or similar to options 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, and 80 shown in FIG. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8, for example, as discussed in other sections of the description.

At step 2000, at least two magnets are provided in the digital lock 100. One magnet is a 310 PTMS magnet and the other magnet is a 320 MTS magnet. The MTC magnet 320 is configured to open or lock the digital lock 100. According to an example, the MTC magnet 320 is provided with a coercive force of more than 500 kA/m. According to another example, the PTMS magnet 310 is provided with a coercive force of 50-100 kA/m. The digital lock works well when the coercive force of the MTS magnet is 10 times higher than the coercive force of the PTMS magnet. However, in some embodiments, it is sufficient that the coercive force of the magnet 320 MTC was 5 times higher than the coercive force of the magnet 310 PTMS. The 310 PTMS magnet is made from Alnico and the 320 MTS magnet is made from SmCo. In particular, the PTMS magnet 310 is made of iron alloys, which include aluminum (Al), nickel (Ni) and cobalt (Co) in addition to iron (Fe). For example, the PTMS magnet 310 may also be made of copper and titanium. The 320 MTC magnet is a permanent magnet made from a compound of samarium (SM) and cobalt (Co). For example, the MTC magnet 320 may be an element made from a material that can be magnetized and that can create its own permanent magnetic field, unlike the PTMS magnet 310, which needs to be magnetized.

In step 2010, the PTMS magnet 310 and the MTC magnet 320 are placed next to each other.

In step 2020, the PTMS magnet 310 is positioned within the magnetizing coil 250. The source that causes the PTMS magnet 310 to be magnetized can be the primary field generated by the magnetizing coil 250. According to an example, when the digital lock 100 is set to transition to the open state 400, then the peak of the magnetization energy has a duration of less than 1 ms. Successful magnetization of the PTMS magnet 310 requires that the MTC magnet 320, when the lock state 400 opens, can move freely into the slot 330. Otherwise, the magnetic field of the MTC magnet 320 may affect the magnetic field of the PTMS magnet 310, and the digital lock 100 may not open. The free movement of the MTC magnet 320 is provided by the position sensor 240 or a mechanical device. In addition, when the digital lock 100 is in the unlocked state 400, the field of the MTC magnet 320, which acts against the field of the PTMS magnet 310, tends to return the field of the PTMS magnet 310 back to the locked state 300, but the gap between the magnets reduces the field strength and the coercive force of the magnet 310 MTS can resist 320 MTS magnet field. More specifically, the MTC magnet 320 always tends to move the digital lock 100 back to the secure, locked state 300.

According to another example, when the digital lock 100 is in the locked state 300 or in the open state, the magnetization energy peak has a duration of less than 1 ms. Successful magnetization of the PTMS magnet 310 can occur at any time. The MTC magnet 320 may or may not be free to move back. The digital lock 100 is at rest with the PTMS magnet 310 and the MTC magnet 320 aligned. The very large coercive force of the MTC magnet 320 holds the PTMS magnet 310 and the MTC magnet 320 together, thereby ensuring that the digital lock 100 is in the locked state 300. In some embodiments, the source that causes the PTMS magnet 310 to magnetize can be a secondary field. The MTC magnet 320 has a high energy product that provides a constant magnetic field directed towards the PTMS magnet 310 and thereby tends to keep the PTMS magnet 310 in the locked state 300 or to bring the PTMS magnet 310 into the locked state 300.

At step 2030, the polarity of the PTMS magnet 310 is reversed to repel or attract the MTC magnet 320 to open or close the digital lock 100.

At step 2040 provide the position of the magnet 320 MTC inside the first axis in the locked state 300 of the lock. In this state, the first axle 120 and the second axle 130 are not connected to each other. Thus, the second axis 130 does not rotate due to the movement of the first axis 120. In addition, due to the connection between the first axis 120 and the user interface 140, when the first axis 120 rotates, the user interface 140 also rotates in the same direction as the rotation direction of the first axis 120. When the rest state of the digital lock 100 is to be the locked state 300, the digital lock 100 is set to return to the locked state 300.

In step 2050, the MTC magnet 320 is pulled out into the slot 330 of the second axle 130 in the opening state 400 of the lock. A position sensor 240 is provided to position the slot 330 of the second axis 130 into position so that the MTC magnet 320 can enter the slot 330. When the rest state of the digital lock 100 is to be the open state 400, the digital lock is configured to return to the open state 400. In addition When the digital lock 100 is in the opening state 400, the MTC magnet 320 is extended and inserted into the slot 330 of the second axle 130. In this state, when the MTC magnet 320 is inserted into the slot 330 of the second axle 130, the user can open the digital lock 100 because the lock is in the open state 400. The slot 330 allows the digital lock 100 to be easily opened because the MTC magnet 320 is inserted into the slot 330. The slot 330 also prevents the digital lock 100 from being opened unintentionally when the first axle 120 is rotated too quickly.

At step 2060, to prevent unauthorized opening of the digital lock 100, the locking pin 500 is pushed into the slot 510 of the lock body 110 for any of the following reasons: when an external magnetic field is applied and/or when an external shock or impulse is applied.

Any features of embodiment 102 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 103,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

Fig. 21 shows in block diagram form an embodiment 103 of a software product 1100 according to the present invention. In the present embodiment 103, a flowchart of a user's operation with a digital lock 100 is shown. Magnet 320 MTS is a permanent magnet based on a compound of samarium (Sm) with cobalt (Co). For example, the MTC magnet 320 may be an element made of a material that can be magnetized and that is capable of generating its own permanent magnetic field, as opposed to the PTMS magnet 310, which needs to be magnetized. The parameters that are responsible for opening the digital lock 100 are recorded and stored in the cloud server 1710. After the user clicks on the icon 2100 that activates the digital lock, the computer instructs the MTC magnet 320 of the digital lock 100 to enter the slot 330. This creates a clutch to open the digital lock 100. In such a case, the digital lock 100 is in the open state 400.

Any features of embodiment 103 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102,104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

In some embodiments, the MTS magnet 320 and/or the PTMS magnet 310 may be made from a SENSORVAC (FeNiAlTi) material.

According to the present invention, the initial state of the digital lock may be either an open state or a locked state. The initial state can be set by changing the distance between the MTC magnet 320 and the PTMS magnet 310 inside the lock. The lock can be permanently unlocked, or it can be configured to automatically return to the locked state without consuming power, which would save energy.

Fig. 22 shows various energy budgets of an inventive digital lock in various configurations in embodiment 104. top to bottom of the page.

Fig. 22A, 22B, 22C show the opening pulse energy, i. the energy budget used when the lock is moved from the locked state to the unlocked state.

In FIG. 22A shows the configuration for an angle of 0° with respect to the direction of gravity. This configuration requires maximum energy as the magnet 320 MTC is raised and held in the upper position. The potential energy of the MTS magnet in the raised state increases the pulse energy required to open the digital lock.

In FIG. 22B shows the configuration for a 90° angle with respect to the direction of gravity, which is also equivalent to a 270° angle. The friction between the MTC magnet 320 and the walls of the slot 330 increases the energy required to open the digital lock in this configuration.

In FIG. 22C shows the configuration for an angle of 180° with respect to the direction of gravity. This is the minimum energy case. The potential energy of the MTC magnet 320 reduces the pulse energy required to open the digital lock as the MTC magnet 320 falls into the slot 330.

If the lock is configured so that its rest state or initial state is the locked state, then the energy budget must exceed the requirements of the configuration shown in FIG. 22A for a digital lock to be openable in all configurations of FIG. 22A-C. In the prototype, three 47 uF capacitors were used to obtain the opening pulse.

Fig. 22D, 22E, and 22F show the turn-off pulse energy, i.e. the energy budget when the lock is moved from the open state to the locked state.

In FIG. 22D shows the configuration for an angle of 0° with respect to the direction of gravity. This configuration requires minimal energy because the MTC magnet 320 falls out of the slot in the opposite direction. The potential energy of the magnet 320 MTS reduces the energy of the impulse, which is required to lock the digital lock.

In FIG. 22E shows the configuration for a 90° angle with respect to the direction of gravity, which is also equivalent to a 270° angle. The friction between the MTC magnet 320 and the walls of the slot 330 increases the energy required to lock the digital lock in this configuration.

In FIG. 22F shows the configuration for an angle of 180° with respect to the direction of gravity. This is the maximum energy case. The potential energy of the MTC magnet 320 increases the energy of the pulse as it is required to lift the MTC magnet 320 from slot 330. This sets an energy budget requirement that covers all configurations. The prototype used a 47uF capacitor to turn off in all positions.

Thus, in some embodiments of the invention, the energy of the closing pulse may be 1/3 of the energy of the opening pulse. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the travel distance between the PTMS magnet 310 and the MTC magnet 320 is optimized such that the MTC magnet 320 nearly reverses the polarity of the PTMS magnet 310. The PTMS magnet then only needs a small magnetization pulse and a polarity reversal occurs, for example to lock the lock as shown in FIG. 22C.

According to one embodiment, the distance between the MTC magnet 320 and the PTMS magnet 310 is set such that a magnetization pulse is required in both directions of movement.

Alternatively, the MTC magnet 320 returns from the slot 330 to its original, locked state, which in this case would be the rest state of the lock system.

The surrounding material also matters and must be optimized for the specific travel distance that is calculated for a 320 MTC magnet.

An embodiment that requires a minimum amount of magnetic pulse energy is the embodiment shown in FIG. 22D where MTC magnet 320 simply falls out of slot 330.

It has been experimentally found that the digital lock consumes 30% less magnetic pulse energy when the MTC magnet 320 is moved to lock the digital lock than when said magnet is moved to open the lock and slides into the slot 330.

Any features of embodiment 104 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

In FIG. 23A is a block diagram of an embodiment 105 of a digital lock 1001 according to the present invention. The digital lock 1001 includes a body 110, only one shaft 2300 which is rotatable, and a user interface 140. The axis 2300 is located in the body 110 of the castle. For example, axle 2300 may be a rotatable shaft. In addition, the user interface 140 is connected to the axle 2300 of the digital lock 1001. According to one embodiment, the user interface 140 is attached to the outer surface 150 of the lock body 110. For example, the user interface 140 may be a doorknob, a knob, or a numeric keypad. In the depicted embodiment, the locking and opening of the digital lock 1001 is caused by rotation of the user interface 140. For example, if the user wants to lock or unlock the digital lock 1001, then the user can actuate the interface 140 (eg, a round handle) by rotating the latter. More precisely, the interface 140 can be rotated by the user in different directions to lock or unlock the digital lock 1001.

The digital lock 1001 with one rotating axis can be powered by a photovoltaic solar cell 2310 to lock and open the door without requiring electrical components such as motors. The photovoltaic solar cell 2310 may be an electrical device that converts sunlight energy into electricity through the photovoltaic effect to power the digital lock 1001. The photovoltaic solar cell 2310 may also be a semiconductor device made from wafers of silicon (Si) semiconductor material. highly purified, doped with special impurities that create an excess of either electrons or holes in the structure of the crystal lattice. For example, a photovoltaic cell 2310 may be positioned on the outer surface 150 of the lock body 110 to sense sunlight and power the digital lock 1001. According to another example, a photovoltaic cell 2310 may be positioned on the inner surface of the lock body 110 to power the digital lock. 1001. According to another example, the photovoltaic cell 2310 may be located on any part of the lock body 110 suitable for receiving sunlight to power the digital lock 1001. In addition, the photovoltaic cell 2310 may be located on the outer surface of the user interface 140. With this implementation of placing the photovoltaic solar cell 2310 on the user interface 140, said cell 2310 can be used to receive sunlight and power a digital lock 1001 with one rotating axis to lock or open a door.

According to an example, a 3-D camera 2330 may be placed on the user interface 140 to acquire an image of the user. According to another example, the 3-D camera 2330 may be placed at any convenient location on a door to capture an image of the user. In the above example, a 3-D camera 2330 may be connected to the user interface 140. Said 3-D camera 2330 may be an imager that allows depth perception in images to reproduce three dimensions, like human binocular vision. For example, the 2330 3-D camera may use two or more lenses to register from multiple viewpoints. According to another example, the 3-D camera 2330 may use a single lens whose position is shifted.

The 3-D camera 2330 may be used to acquire an image of the user, and transmit the acquired image to the identification device 210. Since the identification device 210 is part of the user interface 140, and the 3-D camera 2330 is located on the specified interface, the identification device 210 can recognize the user and provide the latter with access to lock or open the digital lock 1001. Access to the user to lock and open the door is allowed after authentication user by comparing the obtained image with the image recorded in the database of the lock electronic module 200 . According to an example, the resulting image may be one of the user's face, palm, elbow, eyes, or any other characteristic part of the user's body. For example, the 3-D camera 2330 can be any of the following cameras: Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3, Sony Alpha SLT-A55, Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ20, Olympus TG-810, and/or Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX77.

Any features of embodiment 105 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103, 104, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

In FIG. 23B is a block diagram of an embodiment 106 of a digital lock 1001 according to the present invention in a locked state 300. As previously discussed, the digital lock 1001 includes a PTMS magnet 310 and an MTC magnet 320 for opening and closing the digital lock 1001. Magnet 310 The PTMS is placed inside the lock body 110 and is inside the magnetizing coil 250, while the MTC magnet 320 is a permanent magnet. The MTC magnet 320 may be an element made of a material that can be magnetized and that can create its own permanent magnetic field, unlike the PTMS magnet 310, which needs to be biased.

The PTMS magnet 310 is configured to repel or attract the MTC magnet 320 to open or close the digital lock 1001 in response to a reversal of the polarity of the PTMS magnet 310 by the magnetizing coil 250. In particular, when the digital lock 1001 is in the locked state 300, the PTMS magnet 310 is set to a polarity such that the north pole (N) of the PTMS magnet 310 faces the south pole (S) of the MTS magnet 320. In accordance with the laws of magnetism, the PTMS magnet 310 and the MTS magnet 320 are attracted to each other. As a result of this configuration, the MTC magnet 320 partially enters the slot 2340 of the shaft 2300, and the slot 2320 of the lock body 110. It should be understood that in some embodiments, the polarity of the PTMS magnet 310 and the MTC magnet 320 may be such that the south pole (S) of the magnet 310 faces the north pole (N) of the MTC magnet 320, which causes the PTMS magnets 310 and MTC magnets 320 to mutually attract each other. friend.

The digital lock 100 equipped with two axes is configured to operate between a locked state 300 and an open state 400 (as shown in FIGS. 3 and 4). When the digital lock 1001 equipped with one axis is in the locked state 300, the MTC magnet 320 is set to be partly inside the axis 2300 and partly inside the lock body 110, inside the slots 2320, 2340. In this state, the MTC magnet 320 blocks the rotation of the axis 2300. In addition, when the user attempts to open the lock 1001 by rotating the interface 140 in the closed state 300, a force may be applied through the axis 2300 to the MTC magnet 320. The force is transferred to the magnet 320 MTC due to the connection between the axis 2300 and the magnet 320 MTC. Since the 320 MTS magnet is made from an alloy of samarium (Sm) and cobalt (Co), the 320 magnet is strong and can withstand the force that is transmitted through the axis 2300. Sometimes a titanium sleeve is used as a shell for the 320 MTS magnet to create a mechanical durable outer surface. A restrictive mechanism may be provided in axis 2300 to prevent any forces from being transmitted to MTC magnet 320 from user interface 140. For example, the limiting mechanism can be any mechanism/component provided to limit the transmission of force to the MTC magnet 320 through the axle 2300.

Any features of embodiment 106 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

In FIG. 23C shows in block diagram form an embodiment 107 of a digital lock 1001 equipped with a single axis of rotation and according to the present invention, in the open state 400. When the digital lock 1001 is in the open state 400, the PTMS magnet 310 is given a polarity such that the south pole (S) of the PTMS magnet 310 faces the south pole (S) of the MTS magnet 320. In accordance with the laws of magnetism, the MTS magnet 320 is repelled by the PTMS magnet 310. As a result, the MTC magnet 320 enters the slot 2340 of the axle 2300. In this state, the MTC magnet 320 is immersed in the slot 2340 of the axle 2300, and the user can open the lock 1001 equipped with one rotation axis. When the user rotates the interface 140, the axis 2300 also rotates. The rotation of the axis 2300 is possible due to the connection of the axis 2300 with the user interface 140. For example, a return spring may be used to bring the axis 2300 to its home position when the user rotates the interface 140. According to one embodiment of the invention, the return spring may be a torsion spring located in the gap between the shaft 2300 and the body 110 of the digital lock 1001.

A lock with one axle is usually simpler than locks equipped with several axles.

Any features of embodiment 107 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

In FIG. 23D, 23E, and 23F are block diagrams of an embodiment 108 of an inventive digital lock 1001 equipped with a single axis of rotation, shown in a locked state 300, an open state 400, and an open state 2400. When the digital lock 1001 is in the locked state 300, the magnet The PTMS 310 is given a polarity such that the north pole (N) of the PTMS magnet 310 faces the south pole (S) of the MTC magnet 320. In accordance with the laws of magnetism, the MTS magnet 320 and the PTMS magnet 310 are attracted to each other. As a result, the MTC magnet 320 is partially located in the slot 2340 of the shaft 2300 and partially in the slot 2320 of the lock body 110, as shown in FIG. 23D, preventing rotation of the axis 2300. And in the case of FIG. 23E, when the digital lock 1001 is in the open state 400, the MTC magnet 320 enters the slot 2340 of the axis 2300. In this state, when the MTC magnet 320 is immersed in the slot 2340 of the axle 2300, the user can open the digital lock 1001, for example, by turning the interface 140 , and axis rotation 2300. Referring to FIG. 23F, in the open state 2400, when the user rotates the interface 140 clockwise, the MTC magnet 320 is rotated to a certain angular position. For example, the indicated specific angular position of the MTC magnet 320 is approximately 120°.

Any features of embodiment 108 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

In FIG. 24A shows in block diagram form an embodiment 109 of a digital lock 1002 according to the invention with one axis and translation of said axis. This digital lock 1002 includes a lock body 110, a translational shaft 2300, and a user interface 140. In the depicted embodiment, the locking-opening of the digital lock 1002 is due to the linear movement of the user interface 140. For example, if the user wants to lock or unlock the numeric lock 1002, the user can set the interface 140 to move linearly, such as actuating a lever or a push button. More specifically, the user interface 140 can be linearly moved back and forth to lock or unlock the digital lock 1002.

The digital lock 1002 can be powered by the photovoltaic solar cell 2310 to lock or open the door without requiring electrical components such as motors. For example, the photovoltaic solar cell 2310 may be placed on the outer surface 150, the inner surface, and/or any part of the lock body 110 to receive light and power the digital lock 1002. In addition, the photovoltaic solar cell 2310 may be placed on the outer surface of the interface 140 user. With such an implementation of the photovoltaic solar cell 2310 at the user interface 140, said solar cell can be used to receive light and power the lock body 110 to lock and/or open the door.

A 3-D camera 2330 may be located on the user interface 140. The 3-D camera 2330 may be used to acquire an image of the user, and transmit the resulting image to the identification device 210. Since the identification device 210 is part of the user interface 140, and the 3-D camera 2330 is located on the specified interface, the identification device 210 can recognize the user and provide the latter with access to lock or open the digital lock 1002. Access to the user to lock and open the door is allowed after authentication of the user by comparing the acquired image with the user's image recorded in the database of the lock electronic module 200 .

Any features of embodiment 109 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 116, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

In FIG. 24B is a block diagram of an embodiment 116 of the digital lock 1002 in the locked state 300 of the invention. pole (S) of the magnet 320 mts. In accordance with the laws of magnetism, the PTMS magnet 310 and the MTS magnet 320 are attracted to each other. Because of this, the MTS magnet 320 partially occupies a position in the slot 2340 of the shaft 2300, and partially in the slot 2320 of the lock body 110.

When the digital lock 1002 is in the locked state 300, the MTC magnet 320 is provided with a polarity such that the magnet is partially inside the axis 2300, in the slot 2340. In this state, the MTC magnet 320 blocks translational movement, i. does not allow the pin 2300 to be pulled or pushed inside the lock body 110 because part of the MTC magnet is also inside the slot 2320. In addition, when a user in the locked state 300 tries to open the digital lock 1002 by linearly moving the user interface 140, force can be applied through the pin 2300 to the magnet 320 MTS. This force is then transferred to the MTC magnet 320 due to the contact between the axle 2300 and the MTC magnet 320. A restrictive mechanism may be provided in axis 2300 to prevent any forces from being transmitted to MTC magnet 320 from user interface 140.

Any features of embodiment 116 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 111, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

In FIG. 24C is a block diagram of an embodiment 111 of the inventive digital lock 1002 in open state 400. When the digital lock 1002 is in open state 400, the PTMS magnet 310 is provided with a polarity such that the south field (S) of magnet 310 faces the south pole. (S) magnet 320 mts. In accordance with the laws of magnetism, the MTS magnet 320 is repelled by the PTMS magnet 310. By virtue of this, the MTC magnet 320 enters the slot 2340 of the axle 2300. In this state, when the MTC magnet 320 is fully inserted into the slot 2340 of the axle 2300, the user can open the digital lock 1002 by pushing the axle as indicated by the arrow.

Any features of embodiment 111 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 112, 113, 114 and/or 115.

In FIG. 24D is a block diagram of an embodiment 112 of the inventive digital lock 1002 with one axis and translation of said axis in the open state 2400. When the user linearly moves interface 140, axis 2300 also moves forward to open the door. The forward movement of the axis 2300 is possible due to the connection between the axis 2300 and the user interface. According to an example, a return spring may be used to return the axis 2300 along with the MTC magnet 320 to its original position when the user makes a linear movement of the interface 140. According to another example, a compression spring can be used to return the axis 2300 along with the MTC magnet 320 to its original position when the user makes a linear movement of the interface 140. The return spring may be located in the gap between the axle 2300 and the housing 110 of the digital lock 1002.

All three locks 100, 1001 and 1002 can also be implemented without locking pins 500 or their slots 510 to simplify some digital lock implementations where there is no fear of unauthorized opening.

Any features of embodiment 112 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 113, 114 and/or 115.

In FIG. 25A is a block diagram of an embodiment 113 of a digital lock 1002 with one axis and translation of said axis, in an open state 400, and associated software and hardware in accordance with the present invention. A 3-D camera 2330 may be used to acquire an image of the user and transmit the resulting image to the identification device 210. give the latter access to lock or open the digital lock 1002. The user is allowed to open the digital lock 1002 when the user's image captured by the 3-D camera 2330 matches the user's image stored in the database. When the user's identity is verified, the PTMS magnet 310 is polarized such that the south pole (S) of the PTMS magnet 310 faces the south pole (S) of the MTC magnet 320. In accordance with the laws of magnetism, the MTS magnet 320 is repelled by the PTMS magnet 310. By virtue of this, the MTC magnet 320 enters the slot 2340 of the shaft 2300. In this state, when the MTC magnet 320 has fully entered the groove 2340 of the axle 2300, the user can open the digital lock 1002.

The authentication information is passed to the output module 1240, which sends a signal to the digital lock 1002 to move or stay in the open state 400. In addition, an authentication confirmation notification is issued to the user. The notification may be in one of the following forms: an audio notification, a video notification, a multimedia notification, and/or a text notification. For example, the image received from the user may be one of the following: an image of the face, palm, shoulder, eyes, or an image of any other characteristic part of the user's body. According to another example, the identity of the user can be confirmed by any of the following methods: a dongle, a tag, a key fob, a fingerprint, a magnetic stripe, an NFC (NFC) device signal.

Any features of embodiment 113 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 114 and/or 115.

In FIG. 25B is a block diagram of an embodiment 114 of a digital lock 1002 with one axis and translation of said axis, in the open state 2400, and associated software and hardware in accordance with the present invention. In response to the signal received by the output module 1240, the axis 2300 is moved forward to open the digital lock 1002 and put it in the open state 2400. Movement of the axis 2300 in the "forward" direction is possible in response to user authentication. For example, a return spring can be used to return the axis 2300 along with the MTC magnet 320 to its original position after user authentication.

Any features of embodiment 114 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113 and/or 115.

In FIG. 26A and 26B schematically illustrate an inventive embodiment 115 of a digital lock 100, 1001, 1002, showing a locked state 300 and an open state 400. Referring to FIG. 26A and 26B, the MTC magnet 320 is significantly smaller than the PTMS magnet 310, and the MTC magnet 320 may be positioned within a pin 2600, which may be made of plastic or titanium. In addition, when the digital lock 100, 1001, 1002 is in the locked state 300, the PTMS magnet 310 is polarized such that the north pole (N) of the LTMS magnet 310 faces the south pole (S) of the MTC magnet 320. In accordance with the laws of magnetism, the PTMS magnet 310 and the MTS magnet 320 are attracted to each other. As a result, the pin 2600, together with the MTS magnet 320, partially enters the groove 2340 of the axle 2300, and partially enters the groove 2320 of the lock body 110. According to FIG. 26B, when the digital lock 100, 1001, 1002 is in the open state 400, the PTMS magnet 310 is set in polarity such that the south pole (S) of the LTMS magnet 310 faces the south pole (S) of the MTC magnet 320. In accordance with the laws of magnetism, the MTS magnet 320 is repelled by the PTMS magnet 310. As a result, the pin 2600, together with the MTC magnet 320, enters the slot 2340 of the axle 2300. In such a state, when the pin 2600, together with the MTC magnet 320, is completely immersed in the slot 2340 of the axle 2300, the user can open the digital lock 100, 1001, 1002.

In preferred embodiments, the MTC magnet 320 is much shorter than the locking pin 2600, which makes the lock easy to switch because the pin is not too tightly coupled to the lock body if the lock body 110 is made of iron, for example. This results in the digital lock 100, 1001, 1002 requiring less switching energy between states. Conversely, the longer MTC magnet 320 requires increased magnetic switching energy, and is preferred in some cases, such as locking pins 500.

Any features of embodiment 115 of the present invention can be easily combined or interchanged with any of the other embodiments 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 51, 60, 70, 80, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 116, 111, 112, 113 and/or 114.

The invention has been discussed above and its significant advantages have been demonstrated. The result of the invention is a digital lock which is cheaper to manufacture because the number of components that make up the digital lock is also reduced. This digital lock consumes less power than existing mechanical and electromechanical locks, even when the digital lock is locked. The digital lock is reliable, as it is able to work in various temperature ranges, and has corrosion resistance. In addition, the digital lock is a self-powered lock; it can also be powered by the user, an NFC device, a solar panel, and/or a rechargeable battery, providing longer life for digital locks.

The digital lock can be adapted to use any biometric identification methods. The use of a position sensor is optional, since the lock according to the invention can also be realized without a position sensor. For purposes of illustration, the drawings are not to scale.

The invention has been discussed above with reference to embodiments. However, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited to the embodiments indicated, but encompasses all possible variations falling within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined by the appended claims.

LITERATURE

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Claims (16)

1. A digital lock (100, 1001, 1002) containing at least two magnets, characterized in that one magnet is a semi-hard magnetic alloy (PTMS) magnet (310) and the other magnet is a hard magnetic alloy (320) magnet. alloy (MTS), wherein the magnet (320) of a hard magnetic alloy is movable to open and lock the digital lock (100, 1001, 1002), while the magnet (310) is made of a semi-hard magnetic alloy and the magnets (320) are made of a hard magnetic alloy located next to each other, and it is possible, when the polarity of the semi-hard magnetic alloy magnet (310) is changed, repulsion and attraction of the hard magnetic alloy magnet (320) to open and lock the digital lock (100, 1001, 1002). 2. Digital lock (100, 1001, 1002) according to claim 1, characterized in that the rest state of the digital lock (100, 1001, 1002) is the locked state, while the digital lock (100, 1001, 1002) is configured to return to the locked state (300). 3. The digital lock (100, 1001, 1002) according to claim 1, characterized in that the rest state of the digital lock (100, 1001, 1002) is the open state, while the digital lock (100, 1001, 1002) is configured to return to the opened state (400). 4. Digital lock (100, 1001, 1002) according to claim 1, characterized in that it is a self-powered lock that receives energy from any of the following sources: an NFC device, a solar panel, a user's muscle power, a power source and / or battery. 5. Digital lock (100, 1001, 1002) according to claim 1, characterized in that the electronic circuit of the digital lock is connected to the identification device (210) via the data exchange bus (220), while the identification device (210) is configured to identify user using any of the following: a dongle, an electronic tag, a fingerprint, a magnetic strip, a smartphone's NFC signal. 6. Digital lock (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that in the locked state (300) the MTC magnet (320) is located inside the first axis (120), the second axis (130) does not rotate and the user interface (140) rotates . 7. Digital lock (100, 1001, 1002) according to claim 1, characterized in that the PTMS magnet (310) is made of Alnico alloy and the MTC magnet (320) is made of SmCo. 8. Numeric lock (100, 1001, 1002) according to claim 1, characterized in that it is configured to be powered by mechanical movement of a lever (810) or a round handle (840) connected to the lock system, or by inserting an electronic digital key. 9. A method (900) for controlling a digital lock (100, 1001, 1002), comprising the steps of: - at least two magnets are provided, characterized in that one magnet is a semi-hard magnetic alloy magnet (310), and the other magnet is a hard magnetic alloy magnet (320), wherein the hard magnetic alloy magnet (320) is openable and locking the digital lock (100, 1001, 1002), wherein the semi-hard magnetic alloy magnet (310) and the hard magnetic alloy magnets are placed next to each other, and the polarity of the semi-hard magnetic alloy magnet (310) is changed to repel and attract the magnet ( 320) in hard magnetic alloy for opening and closing the digital lock (100, 1001, 1002). 10. The method of claim 9, wherein the digital lock (100, 1001, 1002) is configured to return to the locked state (300) when the rest state of the digital lock (100, 1001, 1002) is the locked state. 11. Method according to claim 9, characterized in that the digital lock (100, 1001, 1002) is set to return to the open state (400) when the rest state of the digital lock (100, 1001, 1002) is the open state. 12. The method of claim 9, wherein the digital lock (100, 1001, 1002) is configured as a self-powered lock powered by any of the following sources: an NFC device, a mechanical movement, a solar panel, a power supply, and/or battery. 13. The method according to claim 9, characterized in that a first axis (120) and a second axis (130) are provided, as well as a user interface (140) connected to the first axis (120), wherein the PTMS magnet (310) and the magnet ( 320) MTS are inside the first axis (120). 14. The method according to claim 9, characterized in that the digital lock electronic circuit is connected to the identification device (210) via the communication bus (220), while the identification device (210) is configured to identify the user using any of the following: electronic key, electronic key fob, fingerprint, magnetic stripe, smartphone NFC signal. 15. The method according to claim 9, characterized in that the locked state (300) is provided by positioning the MTS magnet (320) inside the first axis (120), while the second axis (130) does not rotate, and the user interface (140) performs rotation.

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