TW201706906A - Physical ingress protection for a device - Google Patents

Abstract

Particular embodiments described herein provide for physical ingress protection for a device. A device can include a main body wherein the main body includes a mounting panel and a tamper tab located in the mounting panel, wherein the tamper tab is removably secured to the mounting panel, wherein the mounting panel and tamper tab are configured to secure the main body to a surface such that when the main body is removed from the surface, the tamper tab remains on the surface.

Description

Physical entry protection technology for devices

The present disclosure is generally related to the field of device protection and, more particularly, to physical access protection for devices.

End users have more electronic device options than ever before. Many outstanding technology trends are currently underway (for example, more computing devices, thinner computing devices, more aesthetic computing devices, etc.), and these trends are changing the state of electronic devices. One of these technological trends is to have a smooth, smooth, and beautiful device. However, manufacturing reality mandates that the electronic housing include separate and individual housing components that, when assembled, can cause problems for aesthetics, access protection, device security, cost, and the like. Therefore, it is a challenge to provide a smooth, smooth, and aesthetically pleasing design while allowing access to electronic products within the computing device.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, a device is specifically provided, comprising: a main body, wherein the main body comprises: a mounting plate; and an anti-tamper tag disposed in the mounting plate, wherein the anti-tamper tag is Removably secured to the mounting plate, wherein the mounting plate and the tamper resistant tag are assembled to secure the body to a surface such that the body is moved from the surface In addition, the anti-tamper tag remains on the surface.

100, 102‧‧‧ devices

104‧‧‧ Surface

106‧‧‧Anti-tampering labels

108‧‧‧ Subject

110, 112‧‧‧ mounting plate

114‧‧‧Removable lining

116‧‧‧Anti-tampering label PSA

118‧‧‧Compression mechanism

120‧‧‧Anti-tampering label PSA

122‧‧‧Transparent or translucent surface

124‧‧‧Anti-counterfeiting film

For a fuller understanding of the present disclosure and its features and advantages, reference should be made

1A is a simplified plan view of a device having physical access protection in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure; the orthographic view of FIG. 1B is simplified in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. Apparatus; FIG. 2A is an expanded orthographic view of a device having physical access protection in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure; the expanded orthographic view of FIG. 2B is simplified in accordance with one embodiment of the present disclosure. Physically entering a protective device; FIG. 3 is a cutaway plan view showing a device with physical access protection in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure; FIG. 4 is a simplified plan view of a simplified embodiment of the present disclosure. The schematic view shows a portion of the device with physical access protection; the orthographic view of FIG. 5 is a simplified schematic representation of a portion of the device with physical access protection in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure; the orthographic view of FIG. A simplified schematic diagram showing a device with physical access protection in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure; a front projection of FIG. 7A View of one embodiment of the present disclosure means a simplified schematic diagram of a physical protection has entered; FIG. 7B orthographic view according to one embodiment of the present disclosure DETAILED DESCRIPTION Brief The schematic view shows a device with physical access protection; and the orthographic view of FIG. 7C simplifies schematically showing a device with physical access protection in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

The diagrams of the figures are not necessarily to scale, as their size may vary widely without departing from the scope of the disclosure.

Exemplary embodiments of apparatus, methods, and systems related to hinge configurations for electronic devices are presented in the following detailed description. For example, features such as structures, functions, and/or characteristics may be described with respect to a particular embodiment for convenience; various specific embodiments may be implemented in one or more of any suitable features.

FIG. 1A illustrates a simplified orthographic view of physical entry protection for device 100 in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The device 102 with physical access protection may include a tamper tab 106. Device 102 is releasably secured or coupled to surface 104 using an adhesive or some other material or member to secure or couple device 102 to surface 104.

Turning to FIG. 1B, FIG. 1B illustrates a simplified orthographic view of physical entry protection for device 100 in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. As shown in FIG. 1B, device 102 has been removed from surface 104. When the device 102 is removed from the surface 104, the tamper resistant tag 106 can remain as an indication that the device 102 has been removed from the surface 104. The material that secures or couples device 102 to surface 104 should be strong enough to secure device 102 to surface 104 but not so strong that device 102 cannot be removed by surface 104.

The above is through the system that can effectively deploy this patent specification. Non-limiting examples of methods and methods are provided. The following disclosure provides many different specific embodiments or embodiments for implementing different features of the present disclosure. Specific embodiments of the components and configurations are described below to simplify the disclosure. Of course, these are only examples and are not intended to be limiting. In addition, the present disclosure may repeat reference numerals and/or letters in different embodiments. The repetition is for the purpose of simplification and clarity and is not a limitation of the specific embodiments and/or configurations discussed. Different specific embodiments have different advantages, and any particular embodiment does not necessarily require particular advantages.

Exemplary embodiments of apparatus, methods, and systems related to attachments for devices are set forth below. For example, features such as structures, functions, and/or characteristics may be described with respect to a particular embodiment for convenience; various specific embodiments may be implemented in one or more of any suitable features.

In order to illustrate certain exemplary techniques for physical entry protection of device 100, it is important to understand the basic information associated with device 102. The following basic information can be considered as the basis for appropriately explaining the present disclosure.

Regulated RFID devices used to track toll road systems and vehicles in controlled traffic areas require tamper detection and protection features. In addition, RFID devices should provide protection against dust and/or water ingress. In addition, the enclosure often requires some sort of protection and identifies when an access device has occurred or may have occurred. There is no need to provide systems and methods for physical access protection of the device.

These problems (and others) can be addressed by the apparatus 102 as outlined in Figures 1A and 1B. Device 102 can be assembled to take into account device 102 via separation Electronic tampering/intrusion detection of housing components (eg, tamper-resistant tags 106) that are individually mounted to a common surface (eg, surface 104). The mounting surface and the intermediate mounting medium can assist in preventing or restricting the entry of material into the device 102. In one embodiment, the device 102 can provide visible evidence of tamper detection by transparently mounting the surface.

In one embodiment, device 102 can be assembled to include a strategic segmented housing assembly that incorporates a proprietary form and formulation of PSA (pressure sensitive adhesive). The combination of enclosure partitioning and PSA attributes is less than the economic cost of current conventional alternatives, making it possible to detect and limit the tamper detection and dust and water ingress.

In one embodiment, the tamper resistant tag 106 is a small "tag" of housing material disposed in the through hole of the device 102. The tamper resistant tag 106 can be a physically separate component that is coupled to a conductive element that contacts two pads on a circuit board within the device 106.

A pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) (eg, double sided tape) can be used to secure or couple the device and tamper resistant tag 106 to the surface 104. In an embodiment, the PSA material can be die cut into two separate regions. The first area is the primary bonding interface that attaches the housing body to a surface, such as a wall or windshield. Within the interface is an anti-tamper tag 106. The first region of the PSA includes apertures that are sized to prevent the tamper-resistant tag 106 from coming into contact with the first region of the PSA. The size and position of the second region of the PSA material is made to adhere only to the mounting surface of the tamper resistant tag 106. Thus, the two regions of the PSA are separated from one another and mounted to different components of the housing.

If an attempt is made to remove the device 102 from the surface 104, there is no way to directly The anti-tamper tag 106 is accessed without damaging the surface, the device, or the interface PSA that secures the device 102 to the surface 104. Typically, the device 102 will be pulled away from the surface 104 and the separately mounted tamper resistant tag 106 will still adhere to the surface 104. This event caused damage to the tamper contact of the board pads and electronically recorded tampering events.

Entry protection is important for the protection of the device as it ensures proper operation and prevents difficult inspection tampering methods involving the device being contaminated by dust or fluid. Device 102 can be assembled such that all seams of device 102 are within the interface of the mounting surface (eg, surface 104). In one embodiment, the interface between the device 102 and the surface 104 is completely covered with a non-porous primary adhesive layer, a closed cell foam central layer (if applicable), a non-porous secondary adhesive layer, and a secondary adhesive layer applied prior to installation. A PSA that is stored in a non-porous lining. The non-porous primary bonding layer of the PSA conformally covers the main seam between the main housing and the mounting plate to provide a reliable entry barrier. Without this approach, the seam needs to be sealed by other means, such as gaskets, glue or ultrasonic welding, except where the PSA requires attachment. These alternatives are much more expensive and less reliable than PSA, such as the PSA described above. In one embodiment, in addition to the method of sealing them, the PSA needs to attach these devices, so the present invention eliminates the need for these sealing operations via strategic use of PSA. This is cost effective.

The second entry is the seam between the anti-tamper tag 106 and the mounting plate on the device 102, which must be bonded to the mounting plate of the body of the device 102 by function. Since the tamper-resistant label 106 must be easily separable from the device 102, seams are unavoidable and the above-described conventional alternative sealing methods are less suitable. The two main conditions that must be prevented from entering the tamper joint are during shipping/storage or pre-installation. During and during installation of device 102 on surface 104. Prior to installation, the non-porous liner covers the gaps and seams between the tamper-resistant label 106 and the mounting plate of the device 102. Therefore, entry is prevented during shipping and pre-installation storage. After installation, the lining function is replaced by surface 104, which again provides a non-porous interface to the PSA and prevents entry.

In another embodiment, a security film can be used on the PSA substrate, and the device 102 can be secured to the transparent surface 104, such as a window or windshield. The security film or tape may include a single-sided printing tape that is coated with a very low tear strength at the time of manufacture. The printing of such tapes is usually proprietary and contains holograms or other graphical indicators that are difficult to replicate. The tape breaks when unnecessary access occurs and an interruption can be detected by visual inspection of the transparent surface. Through the transparent surface itself, the viewer can see the surface of the mounting tape facing the transparent surface. The use of a printed security film in a mounting adhesive layer facing the transparent surface allows for visible evidence of removal to be observed, even if the device is reattached to a transparent surface. There are many advantages, including the cost-effectiveness of combining PSA features with anti-counterfeiting (components without separate costs), and the ability to perform inspection tampers without removing the device 102, or in the case of transportation applications, without the need to enter the vehicle.

Turning to Figures 2A and 2B, a simplified embodiment of the simplified expanded orthographic view device 102 of Figures 2A and 2B. The device 102 may include an anti-tamper tag 106, a body 108, a mounting plate 110, a mounting plate PSA 112, a removable liner 114, and an anti-tamper tag PSA 116 during transport and prior to the device 102 being secured to the surface 104. The tamper resistant tag PSA 116 can be the same or a different PSA than the mounting board PSA 112. Anti-tamper tag 106 can be used very low The force retention method is gently held in the pocket of the mounting plate 110, such as a sliding fit or the like.

Turning to Figure 3, the simplified orthographic view of Figure 3 illustrates a particular embodiment of a portion of device 102. The device 102 can include an anti-tamper tag 106, a body 108, a mounting plate 110, a mounting plate PSA 112, and an anti-tamper tag PSA 120. The tamper resistant tag PSA 120 can be the same or a different PSA than the tamper resistant tag PSA 116. The tamper resistant tag 106 can be urged toward the surface 104 by a compression mechanism 118. The compression mechanism 118 provides an outward force on the tamper resistant tag 106 that applies force from the tag to the tamper contact pad on the internal circuit board (e.g., printed circuit board).

Turning to Figure 4, the simplified orthographic view of Figure 4 illustrates a particular embodiment of a portion of device 102. The device 102 can include an anti-tamper tag 106, a body 108, a mounting plate 110, a mounting plate PSA 112, and an anti-tamper tag PSA 120. The tamper resistant tag PSA 120 can be the same or a different PSA than the tamper resistant tag PSA 116. The tamper-evident tag 106 can be secured with a retention mechanism, such as a snap button or the like. If the tamper resistant tag 106 is fully retained in the device 102, no compressive force is transferred to the surface 104 by the compression mechanism until the tamper resistant tag 106 is separated from the device 106 by the compression mechanism 118. The compression mechanism 118 provides an outward force on the tamper resistant tag 106. For example, a snap or some kind of securing member can be used to assist in tamper-proofing the tag 118 in the device and against the outward force from the compression mechanism 118.

Turning to Figure 5, the simplified orthographic view of Figure 5 illustrates a particular embodiment of a portion of the maintainable chassis 100. As shown in FIG. 5, the tamper resistant tag 106 can be coupled and in contact with the tamper resistant tag PSA 120 and the compression mechanism 118. The compression mechanism 118 can be a beryllium copper or electric that forms a spring contact. Brass plated. The forward compression of the compression mechanism 118 maintains continuity before, during, and after installation.

Turning to Figure 6, a simplified orthographic view of Figure 6 illustrates a particular embodiment of apparatus 100. Device 102 can be assembled such that all seams of device 102 are within the interface of the mounting surface (eg, surface 104). The interface between the device 102 and the surface 104 can be completely covered with a non-porous primary adhesive layer, a closed cell foam central layer (if applicable), a non-porous secondary adhesive layer, and a non-porous liner attached to the secondary adhesive layer for storage and installation. Mounting plate PSA 112. The non-porous primary bonding layer of the PSA conformally covers the main seam between the main housing and the mounting plate to provide a reliable entry barrier.

Turning to Figure 7A, the simplified orthographic view of Figure 7A illustrates a particular embodiment of device 102 secured to transparent or translucent surface 122. The transparent or translucent surface 122 can be a window, a windshield, frosted glass, or some other type of transparent or translucent material. Device 102 can be secured to transparent or translucent surface 122 with security film 124. The security film 124 can include a single-sided printing tape coated with a very low tear strength of the mounting panel PSA 112. The printing of such tapes is usually proprietary and contains holograms or other graphical indicators that are difficult to duplicate.

Turning to Figure 7B, the simplified orthographic view of Figure 7B illustrates a particular embodiment of device 102 secured to transparent or translucent surface 122. As shown in Figure 7B, the device 102 has been detached from the transparent or translucent surface 122. As a result, the security film 124 has been broken.

Turning to Figure 7C, the simplified orthographic view of Figure 7C illustrates a particular embodiment of device 102 secured to transparent or translucent surface 122. As shown in Figure 7C, device 102 has been placed back after removal as shown in Figure 7B. When unnecessary access Upon birth, such as removal and replacement of device 102, visual inspection of security film 124 by transparent or translucent surface 122 can detect an interruption. The design or security features of the security film 124 facing the transparent or translucent surface 122 are visible through the transparent or translucent surface 122. The use of the security film 124 facing the transparent or translucent surface 122 in the mounting adhesive layer allows for visible evidence of removal to be observed even if the device is reattached to the transparent or translucent surface 122.

It must be noted that all of the specifications, dimensions, and relationships (e.g., height, width, length, materials, etc.) that have been provided herein are merely exemplary and taught. Each of these materials may be substantially altered without departing from the spirit of the present disclosure or the scope of the claims. These specifications apply only to a non-limiting embodiment and, therefore, should be understood as such. In the foregoing specification, several exemplary embodiments have been described. The various embodiments are susceptible to various modifications and changes, and are not departing from the scope of the appended claims. Accordingly, the description and drawings are to be regarded as illustrative and not limiting.

Many other variations, substitutions, variations, substitutions and modifications are to be understood by those skilled in the art. In order to assist the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and any readers of any patent issued in this application to interpret the accompanying request, the applicant wishes to emphasize that the applicant (a) does not wish to apply for any accompanying claims. Except for the words "means for" or "step for" used in the US Patent Law It is expressly used in a particular claim; and (b) is not intended to limit the present disclosure in any way that is not reflected in the accompanying claims.

Other notes and examples

Embodiment A1 is a device comprising: a main body, wherein the main body includes a mounting plate and an anti-tamper tag located in the mounting plate, wherein the anti-tamper tag is removably fixed to the mounting plate, Wherein the mounting plate and the tamper resistant tag are assembled such that the body is secured to a surface such that the tamper resistant tag remains on the surface when the body is removed from the surface.

In embodiment A2, the patent specification of embodiment A1 may include, wherein a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) assists the body in securing to the surface.

In embodiment A3, 'A' includes the visual requirements of any of the prior embodiments, wherein the PSA provides access protection to the surface of the body.

In the embodiment A4, the visual requirement of the patent of any of the preceding embodiments of the 'A' includes, wherein an anti-tamper tag PSA is located on the anti-tamper tag, and the anti-tamper tag PSA and the PSA different.

In embodiment A5, the visual need for the patent of any of the prior embodiments of 'A' includes a security tape, wherein the security tape is positioned between the surface and the mounting plate.

In embodiment A6, the visual requirements of the patent specification of any of the prior embodiments of 'A' include wherein the surface is transparent and the security tape is visible through the surface.

Embodiment AA1 is an electronic component in which the electronic components are housed in a body. The body includes a mounting plate and an anti-tamper tag located in the mounting plate. The tamper resistant tag is removably secured to the mounting plate, and the mounting plate and the tamper resistant tag are assembled to enable the body Fixed to a surface such that the tamper-proof label remains on the surface as the body is removed from the surface.

In Example AA2, the patent specification of Example AA1 may include, where a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) assists the body in securing to the surface.

In embodiment AA3, 'AA' includes the visual requirements of any of the prior embodiments, wherein the PSA provides access protection for the body to the surface.

In the embodiment AA4, the visual requirement of the patent of any of the preceding embodiments of the 'AA' includes, wherein an anti-tamper tag PSA is located on the anti-tamper tag, and the anti-tamper tag PSA and the PSA different.

In embodiment AA5, the visual requirements of the patent specification of any of the prior embodiments of 'AA' include a security tape, wherein the security tape is positioned between the surface and the mounting plate.

In embodiment AA6, the visual requirements of the 'AA' in any of the preceding embodiments include, wherein the surface is transparent and the security tape is visible through the surface.

Embodiment M1 is a method comprising the steps of attaching a device to a surface to inspect the device to determine if the device has been tampered, and one of the evidences of tampering is that the tamper-proof tag is not found. The device includes a body and the body includes a mounting plate. The device also includes an anti-tamper tag located in the mounting plate, wherein the anti-tamper tag is removably secured to the mounting plate, and the mounting plate and the anti-tamper tag are assembled to enable the The body is fixed to a surface such that when the body is removed from the surface The tamper-evident label is still on the surface.

In embodiment M2, the visual requirement of 'M' in any of the prior embodiments includes, wherein a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) assists the body in securing to the surface.

In embodiment M3, the visual requirements of the 'M' in any of the prior embodiments include, wherein the PSA provides entry protection of the body to the surface.

In the embodiment M4, the visual requirement of the patent of any of the preceding embodiments of the 'M' includes, wherein an anti-tamper tag PSA is located on the anti-tamper tag, and the anti-tamper tag PSA and the PSA different.

In the embodiment M5, the visual requirement of the patent of any of the preceding embodiments of the 'M' includes, wherein the step of inspecting the device to determine whether the device has been tampered further comprises: inspecting the security tape, wherein the security tape Positioned between the surface and the mounting plate and visible through the surface.

An exemplary system S1 can include a body that includes a mounting plate and an anti-tamper tag positioned in the mounting plate. The tamper resistant tag is removably secured to the mounting plate, wherein the mounting plate and the tamper resistant tag are assembled to secure the body to a surface such that when the body is removed from the surface The tamper-evident label is still on the surface.

An exemplary system S2 can include wherein the first housing includes a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) to assist in securing the body to the surface.

In embodiment S3, 'SS' includes the visual requirements of any of the prior embodiments, wherein the PSA provides access protection for the body to the surface.

102‧‧‧ device

104‧‧‧ Surface

106‧‧‧Anti-tampering labels

Claims (20)

A device comprising: a body, wherein the body comprises: a mounting plate; and an anti-tamper tag disposed in the mounting plate, wherein the anti-tamper tag is removably secured to the mounting plate, wherein The mounting plate and the tamper resistant tag are assembled to secure the body to a surface such that the tamper resistant tag remains on the surface when the body is removed from the surface. A device according to claim 1, wherein a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) assists in securing the body to the surface. The device of claim 2, wherein the PSA provides entry protection of the body to the surface. The device of claim 2, wherein an anti-tamper tag PSA is disposed on the anti-tamper tag, and the anti-tamper tag PSA is different from the PSA. The device of claim 1, further comprising: a security tape, wherein the security tape is disposed between the surface and the mounting plate. The device of claim 5, wherein the surface is transparent and the security tape is visible through the surface. An electronic device comprising: a plurality of electronic components, wherein the electronic components are housed in a body, wherein the body comprises: a mounting plate; An anti-tampering tag disposed in the mounting plate, wherein the anti-tamper tag is removably secured to the mounting plate, wherein the mounting plate and the anti-tamper tag are assembled to secure the body to a The surface is such that the tamper-proof label remains on the surface as the body is removed from the surface. The electronic device of claim 7, wherein a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) assists in securing the body to the surface. The electronic device of claim 8, wherein the PSA provides entry protection of the body to the surface. The electronic device of claim 8, wherein an anti-tamper tag PSA is disposed on the anti-tamper tag, and the anti-tamper tag PSA is different from the PSA. The electronic device of claim 7, further comprising: a security tape, wherein the security tape is disposed between the surface and the mounting plate. The electronic device of claim 11, wherein the surface is transparent and the security tape is visible through the surface. A method comprising: attaching a device to a surface, wherein the device comprises: a body, wherein the body includes a mounting plate; and an anti-tamper tag disposed in the mounting plate, wherein the anti-tamper tag Removably secured to the mounting plate, wherein the mounting plate and the tamper resistant tag are assembled to secure the body to a surface such that the tamper-proof tag remains when the body is removed from the surface On the surface; The device is checked to determine if the device has been tampered, and one of the evidences of tampering is the absence of tamper-proof tags. A method of claim 13, wherein a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) assists in securing the body to the surface. The method of claim 13, wherein the PSA provides entry protection of the subject to the surface. The method of claim 13, wherein an anti-tamper tag PSA is disposed on the anti-tamper tag, and the anti-tamper tag PSA is different from the PSA. The method of claim 13, wherein the checking the device to determine whether the device has been tampered further comprises: inspecting the security tape, wherein the security tape is disposed between the surface and the mounting plate and visible through the surface . A system comprising: a body, wherein the body includes a mounting plate; and an anti-tamper tag disposed in the mounting plate, wherein the anti-tamper tag is removably secured to the mounting plate, wherein the body The mounting plate and the tamper resistant tag are assembled to secure the body to a surface such that the tamper resistant tag remains on the surface when the body is removed from the surface. The system of claim 18, wherein a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) assists the body in securing to the surface. The system of claim 18, wherein the PSA provides entry protection of the body to the surface.