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US3761892A US00163767A US3761892DA US3761892A US 3761892 A US3761892 A US 3761892A US 00163767 A US00163767 A US 00163767A US 3761892D A US3761892D A US 3761892DA US 3761892 A US3761892 A US 3761892A
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  • ABSTRACT An electronic locking system utilizes a circuit to com- 340/149 pare read-only-memories. Identical read-onl 4 A memories constitute a portable key and a fixed 0 can lock which are instantaneously compared electronically so that a determination of identity will initiate a [56] References cued locking or unlocking operation.
  • This invention relates to an electronic n-dimensional logic generation and comparision system for rapidly identifying an unknown logic function source and, more particularly, relates to an electronic logic generation and comparison system for use as an electronic locking system.
  • Electronic switching and comparison circuits which are capable of correlating the output from'an unknown circuit with a reference circuit are well-known. See, for example, Marcus, M. P., Switching Circuits for Engineers, 2nd ed. Comparison circuits which canaccommodate a rapid succession of'time spaced electricalsignals are also known and have been-widely used indata processing applications.
  • the development ofintegratedv circuits has made it possible to reduce the size of these circuits.
  • Integrated circuits contain numerous components such as resistors, diodes, and capacitors, and are fabricated by the deposition of successive layers or by the selective diffusion of resistive materials, conductive materials and dopants such as boron and phosphorus onto semiconductor materials. Such circuits are nonvolatile so they do not require continuous power to be supplied. The more complex the circuit thelower the yield but once a circuit has been successfully fabricated and tested it will perform with a high reliability rating.
  • a portable and lightweight source i.e. a key
  • a known logic function source i.e. a lock
  • a further object of this invention is the provision of an electronic push button combination locking system wherein an mth and nth state logic encoder is used to generate a series of test logic functions which are compared'with a fixed logic function source so that the presentation of the proper combination initiates a locking or unlocking operation.
  • ROMs read-only-memories
  • These logic function sources will be small in physical size even though they both contain a large number of addresses each of which is capable of storing a multi-bit word or byte of information.
  • One or more of the ROMs serve as a reference orlock logic function source and the remaining ROMs serve as unknown or key logic function sources.
  • the input leads of the reference ROM are connected to the output of an n-dimensional counter and the output leads of the reference ROM are connected to an ndimensional comparator.
  • This reference ROM serves as a reference logic function generation source.
  • the counter ranges through all number permutations possible in an n-dimensional logic system with the given number of inputs for the reference ROM and transmits these numbers in electrical impulse form to the reference ROM a series of logic functions (in n-dimensional logic) is produced by the reference ROM; there is a one to one correspondence between each logic function generated and each number transmitted to the reference ROM.
  • the logic function and their sequence is unique and depends upon the bytes stored at the individual addresses of the reference ROM.
  • the logic functions are transmitted in electrical impulse form to the inputs of the comparator.
  • An unknown portable ROM is carried by the individual or object which seeks identification to activate the locking system.
  • the unknown ROM is inserted into a socket-like device which provides electrical connections for the inputs and outputs of the unknown ROM.
  • the input leads to the socket are connected to the same n-dimensional counter as the first ROM so that the numbers in electrical impulse form are presented to the reference and unknown ROMs simultaneously.
  • the logic functions generated by the unknown ROM are transmitted through the output connections of the socket to the comparator.
  • the logic functions generated by the reference and unknown ROMs will then be compared by the n-dimensional comparator.
  • the comparator ascertains if they are identical in a stepwise fashion, i.e. ascertains if each bit of each byte is identical.
  • the comparator will emit an electrical signal which will activate an electrically responsive instrumentality such as a solenoid operated lock. If they are not, the comparator emits an electrical signal which can be used to indicate a mismatch or can prevent the instrumentality from being activated.
  • FIG. 1 is a block diagram illustrating the components of the electronic locking system of the present invention in combination with a trial counter, and alarm network and maximum voltage sensor.
  • FIG. 2 is a block diagram of the components included in a master-tenant embodiment of the electronic locking system of the present invention.
  • FIG. 3 is a side cross-sectional view of an unknown portable logic function generation device.
  • FIG. 4 is a pictorial view of a portable logic function generation device illustrating an external key-way nub.
  • FIG. 5 is a schematic circuit diagram of the basic logic function generation and comparison circuit of this invention in combination with a trial counter alarm system.
  • FIG. 6 is a block diagram illustrating the components of the circuit of the present invention in combination with a key recording system, a standby power supply, and a trial counter and alarm network.
  • FIG. 7 is a schematic diagram of an embodiment of the present invention employing an octal to binary state logic encoder for the unknown logic function.
  • An ndimensional logic system is one in which n discrete states are capable of combination in any manner and sequence to form logic functions.
  • the decimal system has ten discrete states, i.e. the numbers 0 through 9, which can be used to generate a multitude of logic functions, e.g. sums, or powers of the ten basic numbers.
  • the binary system has two discrete states, 0 and l; the tertiary system has three discrete states, 0, l and 2, and so on. Any of these logic systems, i.e. an n-dimensional logic system, can be used to form logic functions.
  • the discrete states of an n-dimensional logic system are typically represented in electronic form as fixed voltage levels (although theoretically they could be represented by fixed impedances, currents or the like).
  • the two states of the binary system are often represented in electronic form as a more positive fixed voltage for a l and a less positive voltage for O (so-called positive logic) or a less positive voltage for a l and a more positive voltage for O (so-called negative logic).
  • A-tertiary system could be handled in electronic form, forv example, by assigning a zero voltage for 0, a positive fixed voltage for l and a higher positive fixed voltage for 2.
  • a binary system is used for purposes of example only and it is to be understood that any n-dimensional logic may be used with the reference and unknown logic function sources.
  • the invention is premised on the application of miniature circuitry to prepare exceedingly complex logic function sources for use as comparison components in an electronic locking system and higher order logic systems have higher inherent complexity.
  • start switch 111 controls the energization of trial counter 105, binary counter 107 and oscillator 108, and binary comparator 103.
  • the combination of oscillator 108 and binary counter 107 comprises an address generation subcircuit 109 which can generate rapidly in sequence all possible binary permutations for a given number of inputs to a reference logic function source 102 and an unknown logic function source 101.
  • the binary numbers are generated in electrical impulse form and may be generated by any binary counter, e.g. TEXAS INSTRUMENTS 54/74160 or 54/74193, SIG- NETICS 8284 or 8281, driven by an oscillator.
  • Such subcircuits can generate well in excess of IO numbers/seconds.
  • Binary comparator 103 examines each of the binary bits of the side-by-side functions to determine if they are identical.
  • Such binary comparators are built around well known logic circuitry. For example, see Ryder, John D., Electronic Fundamentals and Applications, .pp. 52l, et. seq.
  • Binary comparators currently available on the market include: Fairchild model numbers 9324 and 931124; Signetics model number 8242; and Texas Instruments model numbers 5486, 7486, 541586, and 741586.
  • Binary comparator 103 will produce a first electrical signal if all inputs are identical. If there is at least one mismatch between the logic functions received then a second electrical impulse is emitted.
  • the output of binary comparator 103 can be keyed to a variety of electro-mechanical instrumentalities 104 so that the instrumentality is energized or deenergized only if the first electrical signal is received.
  • a trial counter 105 receives an input from lead 110 by which it can monitor the number of times that an unknown logic source is presented for identification.
  • the trial counter may be any electro-mechanical or electronic counter, although the electronic counter circuit 117 of FIG. 5 is the preferred embodiment.
  • the trial counter may be pre-set to trigger alarm 106 when a given number of improper unknown logic functionsources have been presented. Additionally, the trial counter can be reset to zero by input 112 whenever electro-mechanical instrumentality 104 is energized or de-energized. Any suitable alarm system 106 may be employed.
  • logic function sources which are non-volatile and which are embodied in miniature circuitry.
  • the individual elements of the logic function circuits be at least temporarily fixed or programmed to represent a series of unique logic functions at specific addresses.
  • the logic function sources may later be changed, i.e. reprogrammed, so that the lock may be changed.
  • read-only-memories including mask programmed read-only-memories (ROMS), fusible ROMS or FROMS, MOS ROMS fabricated with MOS technology, amorphous semiconductor ROMS and avalanche induced electromigration ROMS.
  • Read-only-memories commonly denoted ROMS
  • ROMS Read-only-memories
  • ROMS consist of a complex interlayering of diodes and other components, i.e. fuses and amorphous demiconductors, which are connected together to form an array of specific addresses each of which is capable of inherently storing a given number of bits or bytes ofinformation.
  • abit of information i.e. a H0 or a 0/1
  • a functioning diode link or a fused diode link (a diode which has been rendered inoperative by a surge of electrical current so that an open circuit exists).
  • Mask programmed ROMS have a fixed arrangement of diodes and open circuits and can never be reprogrammed.
  • Fusible ROMS or FROMs have an arrangement of diodes and fuses which can be altered by blowing additional fuses by surges of current. This process is, however, irreversible so that, eventually, the fusible ROM would approach the situation where all diode links were fused.
  • Some MOS ROMs may be reprogrammed at will and are especially desirable for their low power consumption characteristics.
  • Amorphous semiconductor ROMS and avalanche induced electromigration ROMs are also field programmable.
  • ROMS are defined in terms of the input and output leads as 2 X N where M is the number of input leads (determining the binary input combinations) and N is the number of output leads (determining the complexity of the logic functions produced).
  • Such ROMS as are currently available include: Mask programmed ROMS Signetics model numbers 8224 and 8228; fusible ROMS Harris Semiconductor model number HROM 0512 (64 by 8), HROM 1256 (256 by 1); Monolithic Memories model numbers 6305 and 5305; Motorola model number MC 10139, and Signetics model number 8223; MOS ROMS INTEL model numbers 1601 and 1701; amorphous semiconductor ROMS Ovionics model number RM 256; and avalanche induced electromigration ROMS INTERSIL model number 5600C.
  • the preferred and ancillary embodiments of this invention may be fabricated by incorporating the listed commercially available integrated circuit components or a custom designed integrated circuit incorporating the oscillator, binary counter, programmable or fusible ROMS, binary comparator, trial counter and alarm may be fabricated.
  • the latter alternative is a more desirable approach for successful large scale commercial or consumer applications.
  • the comparison circuit will have highly desirable reliability and thermal shock characteristics and will be able to withstand intermittent physical shocks up to 30,000 gs. See Madland, et. al., Integrated Circuit Technology, pp. 344-347. To add greater reliability various portions of the comparison circuit may be made redundant.
  • An advantage of the present invention is that astronomically large numbers of unique logic functions can be generated in extremely short periods of time. Logic functions containing 10 bits of information can be processed by the system of the present invention in one second. Additionally, microcircuitry renders the present invention applicable to countless commercial and consumer situations. A list of the many possible applications includes personnel identification, the opening of doors, the identification of a person for purposes of advancing consumer credit, the establishment of a permanent record of ones presence at a particular place at a particular time, etc.
  • the circuit represented schematically in FIG. 5 is used to illustrate, by way of example only, a particular application of the system of the present invention.
  • the output of binary counter 124 is transmitted to the inputs of a reference or lock ROM 122 and the ROM socket 121. Since the number of address related output leads of binary counter 124 is equal to the number of input leads to the lock ROM 122 and the ROM socket 121, the binary counter will present in electrical impulse form every binary combination possible to lock ROM 122 and ROM socket 121 and thence to unknown or key ROM 123 which is insertable within ROM socket 121.
  • the outputs from lock ROM 122 are connected to the input of binary comparator 120.
  • the equal number of outputs from ROM socket 121 (with key ROM 123 inserted therein) are also connected to the input of binary comparator 120.
  • Binary comparator is programmed to compare the respective values for the outputs of lock ROM 122 and socket 121 to determine identity. If all binary bits of all logic functions are identical a uniform voltage, representing the binary number 1, is emitted from binary comparator 120.
  • the operation of the electronic locking system is initiated by operating pushbutton 152.
  • the energization of the set input of flip-flop 136 causes the output Q, initially 0, to go from zero to 1.
  • the change of the output of flip-flop 136 from O to l initiates a pair of pulses from the pulse generator 137.
  • the Q output of pulse generator 137 goes from l to O to 1 while the O output goes from O to l to 0.
  • One shot pulse generators which are available commercially include Fairchild model numbers 9601 and 9602, Signetics model number 8162 and Texas Instruments model numbers 54121, 54122, and 54123.
  • the Q pulse resets the individual outputs a a a of binary counter 124 to Os.
  • the output Q of toggle flip-flop 133 does not change since its T input is 0; this will present inputs of l, 0 to NAND gate 127. If this trial fails the next trial will toggle both toggle flip-flops 132 and 133 so the inputs to NAND gate 127 will be 0, I. If the third trial fails, the inputs of the NAND gate 127 will read 1,1. Thus, a 0 will result at NAND gate 127s output.
  • the trial counter will be held at l, I through the set inputs to the toggle flip-flops 132 and 133 which override the clock pulse.
  • the 0 at the output of NAND gate 127 will activate solenoid 147 and turn on an alarm system. The alarm will continue to operate until the proper key is used to make the output of NAND gate 143 go to 0 so that the reset inputs to toggle flipflop 132 and 133 can override the set inputs so that the alarm will be' turned off.
  • FIG. 6 illustrates several additional features which are added to the embodiment of the invention illustrated in FIG. 1.
  • a reserve power supply 119 such as a long life dry cell may be added to the system to allow the system to operate in event of a power failure.
  • the circuitry included in the system of the present invention requires little current so that only a small battery or reserve power supply network is required.
  • a key recorder 118 has been added to work in conjunction with the key logic function source.
  • a fixed portion of the addresses in the key logic function source or the overall pattern of the key logic function can be used to indicate the identification of the key (and therefore the identification of the authorized key holder) which can be recorded in conjunction with the place at which the key was used (information which can be obtained from the lock logic function source) as well as the time and date.
  • a maximum voltage sensor 121 serves as an additional safeguard in the event that a burglar attempted to break down the system by forcing large currents through it. If a surge of current were detected by the maximum voltage sensor 121 the whole system would shut down, the alarm would be triggered and the locking system could not be reactivated until a person with the proper key arrived.
  • a key logic function source be fabricated in a form that is highly portable as well as secure from mechanical shock.
  • a portable ROM as a key is illustrated in the cross-sectional view of FIG. 3.
  • Pins 71 of packaged integrated circuit ROM are mounted on the straight through pin socket 77, and the composite of 70 and 77 is then affixed to the interior of cylindrical form 73.
  • Cylindrical form 73 may also serve as an electromagnetic shield for the packaged integrated circuit.
  • Pin socket 77 is open at the bottom end so that when key form 73 is inserted into a key channel, socket 77 will make electrical contact with interlocking electrical contacts which are in electrical communication with the identification circuit.
  • a sealant 72 protects ROM 70 from the corrosive effect of external exposure and from mechanical shock. Access to ROM 70 is obtained by removal of plug 76 which is attached to key handle 75 and by removal of sealant 72.
  • FIG. 4 shows key-way nub 74 to be mounted externally on cylindrical form 73.
  • Nub 74 serves as a guide that will ride in a key-way adjacent to the key channel.
  • a key way with a particular configuration and a particular pin-socket configuration add two more threshold tests to the identification scheme of the present invention.
  • the key-way may require the key to be inserted and twisted so the electrical contacts within the key way line up with the electrical connectors in ROM socket 77.
  • a binary ROM with M inputs and N outputs (a 2 X N ROM) has a probability of l/2 that a randomly programmed 2 X N ROM can match the logical function stored at a given address and a probability of l/(2 that each and every address will be matched.
  • a ROM that has three inputs and four outputs has H024 1/ 16 probability that a randomly programmed 2 X 4 ROM will contain identical information at each and every address.
  • the degree of security that is achieved by utilizing ROMs in a locking system surpasses the security which is currently obtainable, especially for commercial applications such as hotels or building locks.
  • This bypass may be accomplished, as indicated in FIG. 2, by a switching means 166 which is activated by the key 161.
  • the switching means 166 serves to select the proper reference logic function source 165, i.e. selects either master reference ROM 163 or tenant reference ROM 164, for comprison with the key ROM.
  • the switching means may be an electro-mechanical relay which is thrown by the presence or absence of an additional connector pin on the key. Or the switching means may be electronic.
  • an mth to nth state logic encoder can serve as the unknown logic function source.
  • an octal to binary encoder shown as circuit 140 (obtainable by using eight of the 10 input leads and three of the four output leads of Harris Bipolar Keyboard Encoder HD-0l65) is used to generate the unknown logic function source.
  • the presentation of the right eight digit number (the approximate size ofa phone number) to the eight address, three bit word encoder results in a probability of H2 10 that a random number would open the lock.
  • the encoder as well as the other components of the circuit can be fabricated in an integrated circuit so the largest component by far in physical size would be an 8 digit push button panel for the encoder. And, for fire security, the encoder and reference ROM can be located remote from the vault.
  • reset button is depressed to reset the output of binary counter 91 to O, O, O and to set the output of flip-flop 92 to l.
  • the first number button is depressed thereby presenting the first unknown logic function to binary comparator 93.
  • the logic function stored at the first address of the lock logic function source is presented to binary comparator 93 simultaneously with the first unknown logic function source. Ifa match occurs between all corresponding bits of the two logic functions the output of NOR gate 95 remains 0 so that the Q of flip-flop 92 remains I.
  • the binary counter is advanced to the next number because the clock input goes from 0 to l.
  • An n-dimensional logic function generation and comparison system for use as an electronic locking system comprising, a.
  • An n-dimensional counter capable of generating in electrical impulse form all numbers of a ndimensional logic system
  • a reference logic function source having a unique logic function stored at a plurality discrete addresses therein, each of said addresses having a one-to-one correspondence with a number in said n-dimensional logic system, said reference logic function source generating in electrical impulse form the logic function stored at a specific address upon receipt in electrical impulse form of said number corresponding to said address;
  • An unknown logic function source having a unique logic function stored at a plurality of discrete addresses, each of said addresses having a one-to-one correspondence with a number in said ndimensional logic system, said unknown logic function source generating in electrical impulse form the logic function stored at a specific address upon receipt in electrical impulse form of said number corresponding to said address;
  • a comparator adapted to receive simultaneously said unique logic functions in electrical impulse form from said reference logic function source and said unknown logic function source, said comparator comparing said simultaneously received logic functions in stepwise progression, said comparator emitting a first electrical signal if all logic functions match and emitting a second and different electrical signal if at least one bit of one pair'of said logic functions does not match;
  • An electrically responsive instrumentality adapted to be energized or de-energized upon receipt of said first electrical signal.
  • the electronic locking system of claim 1 in combination with a trial counter and alarm circuit to monitor the number of attempted comparisons between the unknown logic function source and the reference logic function source and to register an alarm when more than a predetermined number of unsuccessful attempted comparisons have been made and a maximum voltage sensor to deactivate the locking system if a surge of current above a predetermined level is surged through the system.
  • n-dimensional system is the binary system
  • said counter is an oscillator drive'n binary counter
  • said reference and unknown logic function sources are read-only-memories and said unknown read-onlymemory is detachably attachable with a socket having an array of electrical connectors therein to establish temporary electrical communication between the inputs of said unknown ROM and said binary counter and between the outputs of said unknown ROM and said binary comparator.
  • said electrically responsive instrumentality is a solenoid-operated lock and wherein said first electrical signal from said comparator serves to energize said solenoid to open said lock.
  • the electronic locking system of claim in combination with a recording means to record the time and place said unknown read-only-memory is presented for comparison and to record the identity of the authorized holder of the unknown read-only-memory.
  • An n-dimensional logic. function generation and comparison system for use as a transient electronic locking system, comprising:
  • An n-dimensional counter capable of generating in electrical impulse form a1 numbers of an ndimensional logic system
  • At least one master reference logic function source having a unique logic function stored at a plurality of discrete addresses therein, each of said addresses having a one to-one correspondence wtih a number in said n-dimensional logic system, said reference logic function source generating in electrical impulse form the logic function stored at a specific address upon receipt in electrical impulse form of said number corresponding to said address;
  • a tenant reference logic function source having a unique logic function stored at a plurality of dis crete addresses therein, each of said addresses having a one-to-one correspondence with a number in said n-dimensional logic system, said reference logic function source generating in electrical impulse form the logic function stored at a specific address upon receipt in electrical impulse form of said number corresponding to said address;
  • An unknown logic function source having a unique logic function stored at a plurality of discrete addresses, each of said addresses having a one-to-one correspondence with a number in said ndimensional logic system, said unknown logic function source generating in electrical impulse form the logic function stored at a specific address upon receipt in electrical impulse form of said number corresponding to said address, and said unknown logic function source having an indicator means to indicate whether said unknown source is an unknown tenant or a particular unknown master logic function source;
  • a comparator adapted to receive simultaneously said unique logic functions in electrical impulse form from the appropriate reference logic function source and said unknown logic function source, said comparator comparing said simultaneously received logic functions in stepwise progression, said comparator emitting a first electrical signal if all logic functions match and emitting a second and different electrical signal if at least one bit of one pair of said logic functions does not match;
  • An electrically responsive instrumentatlity adapted to be energized or de-enerigzed upon receipt of said first electrical signal.
  • n-dimensional system is the binary system
  • said reference and unknown logic function sources are read-only-memories
  • said unknown read-only-memory is detachably attachable with a socket having an array of electrical connectors therein to establish temporary electrical communication between the inputs of said unknown read-onlymemory and said binary counter and between the outputs of said unknown read-only-memory and said binary comparator
  • said electrically responsive instrumentality is a solenoid-operated lock and wherein said first electrical signal emitted by said comparator energizes said solenoid to open said lock.
  • the transient electronic locking system of claim 13 in combination with a trial counter to monitor the number of attempts to compare said unknown logic function source with the appropriate reference logic function source, an alarm circuit to register an alarm and to deactivate said solenoid when more than a predetermined number of unsuccessful comparison attempts have been made, a maximum voltage sensor to deactivate said solenoid when a surge of current above a predetermined level is passed through the system, and a recording means to record the time and place said unknown logic function source is presented for comparison and to record the identity of the authorized holder waived electro-migration read-only-memories.

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