WO2012123961A2

WO2012123961A2 - A multi-part access control means for sealing and tracking

Info

Publication number: WO2012123961A2
Application number: PCT/IN2012/000112
Authority: WO
Inventors: Manjrekar NITIN
Original assignee: Nitin Manjrekar
Priority date: 2011-02-21
Filing date: 2012-02-17
Publication date: 2012-09-20
Also published as: WO2012123961A3

Abstract

A multi-part access control means for a device is disclosed. The multi-part access control means includes, a controlingly releasable means adapted to seal access to the device, access indicating means to indicate attempts to access the device, logging means to generate and store a log of the attempts to access the device and tracking means adapted to track the location of the device and periodically communicate the location of the device in real time. A method of sealing and tracking of a device characterized by, sealing access to the device, indicating attempts to access the device, generating and storing a log based on the attempts to access the device, tracking the device, raising an alarm and self destructing the multi-part access control means upon an unauthorized attempt to access the device.

Description

A MULTI-PART ACCESS CONTROL MEANS FOR SEALING AND TRACKING

FIELD OF THE DISCLOSURE

The present disclosure relates to the field of sealing and tracking. BACKGROUND

Goods are stored and transported to various locations in devices of various sizes and shapes. When storing and transporting the goods it is essential to be able to detect whether the device has been tampered with. The devices are generally sealed by different means to prevent unauthorized accessing of the device by intrusion and tampering. There are different types of seals such as adhesive tapes, crimped cables, other mechanical assemblies and devices that are designed to display irreversible damage when tampered with. However, a major drawback with such seals is that they are not secure and tamper proof making the contents of the device easily susceptible to adulteration and malpractices. In some cases it is also possible to reseal the device after it has been tampered with, without leaving behind any clue.

Another drawback is that, once the devices leave the factories, there exist no mechanisms to track them. The unauthorized intrusion and tampering of the device is not reported immediately and hence it cannot be determined when and where the tempering of the device took place. Thus there is no way to check or to curb the unauthorized access of the device and the siphoning of the device contents. This has a major impact on the end customers, who are deprived of quality products. Vehicles are also susceptible to unauthorized access. In spite of being locked, the doors of the vehicles can be tampered with to gain unauthorized access to the vehicle and steal the vehicle. The fuel caps of the storage tanks of the vehicles can also be tampered with making the fuel in the vehicle storage tanks susceptible to adulteration and malpractices.

Hence there is a need for a secure tamper proof sealing of the devices. Particularly, there is a need for a secure sealing of the devices by a device which can control the access to the device. Further, there is a need for tracking and monitoring the movement of the devices. More particularly, there is a need to immediately report, preferably to a server, any attempt of any unauthorized access of the device or to damage or remove the sealing of the device.

OBJECTS

Some of the objects of the present disclosure are listed herein below.

An object of the disclosure is to provide a secure tamper proof device seal.

Another object of the disclosure is to provide a device to control the access to a device for secure sealing of the device.

Another object of the disclosure is to provide a device for tracking and monitoring the movement of the devices.

Another object of the disclosure is to immediately report, preferably to a server, any attempt of an unauthorized access of the device or to damage or remove the sealing of the device.

Other objects and advantages of the present disclosure will be more apparent from the following description when read in conjunction with the accompanying figures, which are not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure. SUMMARY

A multi-part access control means for a device comprising, controlingly releasable means adapted to seal access to the device, access indicating means adapted to indicate attempts to access the device, logging means adapted to generate and store a log, the log comprising the attempts to access the device, and tracking means adapted to track the location of the device, the tracking means is further adapted to periodically communicate the location of the device and the log in real time.

Preferably, wherein the multi-part access control means is secured in the device by a potting composition, such as, a poly-acetyl compound, epoxy, PTFE, and the like.

Additionally, wherein the multi-part access control means further comprises at least one sensing means.

Typically, the controlingly releasable means comprises at least one of, an electronic relay pin jammer, a lock jam pin and pressure detection sensor, a solenoid, a motor and a pressure release pin.

Typically, the access indicating means comprises, at least one of a photosensor with a sensor source, a temperature sensor, a pressure sensor, a sound sensor, an image capturing device, and an ambient light sensor.

Typically, the sensing means comprises at least one of a volume sensor and a mass sensor. Typically, the sensing means is adapted to sense the change in the state of the device, the change in the state of the device comprises the change in the state of at least one of the volume and the mass of the contents of the device.

Typically, the log of the attempts to access the device comprises at least one time stamp indicating the attempts.

Additionally, the log further comprises a log of the change in the state of the device.

Typically, the tracking means is at least one of a GPS tracking system, and a triangulation system.

Typically, the tracking means comprises at least one wireless electronic device, the wireless electronic device is adapted to co-operate with at least one of GPRS, GSM, CDMA, Wi-Fi, WiMAX, WLAN, Bluetooth, ZigBee, local wireless and a hard wired connection.

Preferably the tracking means is adapted to periodically communicate the location of the device and the log in real time to at least one server.

Additionally, the tracking means is adapted to periodically communicate the location of the device and the log in real time in an encrypted format.

Typically, the tracking means is adapted to use communication techniques selected from the group consisting of frequency hopping, phase shift keying and amplitude shift keying. Typically, the tracking means is adapted to communicate on at least one of a wide band and a narrow band.

Typically, the multi-part access control means comprises orientation means selected from the group consisting of at least one of, an accelerometer, a magnetometer and a gyro.

Preferably, wherein the multi-part access control means is adapted raise an alarm upon an unauthorized attempt to access the device.

Additionally, the multi-part access control means is adapted to self destruct upon an unauthorized attempt to access the device.

Typically, the multi-part access control means comprises at least one battery.

A method of sealing and tracking of a device characterized by, sealing access to the device by a controlingly releasable means of a multi-part access control means, indicating attempts to access the device, generating and storing a log based on, the attempts to access the device, tracking the device and periodically communicating the location of the device and the log in real time in an encrypted format by a tracking means, raising an alarm upon an unauthorized attempt to access the device, and self destructing the multi-part access control means upon an unauthorized attempt to access the device.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE ACCOMPANYING DRAWING

The disclosure will now be described with the help of the accompanying drawings, in which: FIGURE 1 illustrates a schematic representation a device with a conventional device lid.

FIGURE 2 illustrates a schematic representation of a multi-part access control means for sealing a device according to an embodiment.

FIGURE 3 illustrates a schematic representation of the sealed device.

FIGURE 4 illustrates a schematic representation of the components of a multi-part access control means enclosed within a device seal according to an embodiment.

FIGURE 5 illustrates a schematic representation of a method of sealing a device according to an embodiment.

FIGURE 6 illustrates a schematic representation of a mechanism for sealing a device according to an embodiment.

FIGURE 7 illustrates a schematic representation of a device sealed by the mechanism according to the embodiment of Figure 6.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

The invention will now be described with reference to the embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. The embodiments do not limit the scope and ambit of the invention. The description relates purely to the exemplary preferred embodiments of the disclosed structure and its suggested applications.

The embodiments herein and the various features and advantageous details thereof are explained with reference to the non-limiting embodiments in the following description. Descriptions of well-known components and processing techniques are omitted so as to not unnecessarily obscure the embodiments herein. The examples used herein are intended merely to facilitate an understanding of ways in which the embodiments herein may be practiced and to further enable those of skill in the art to practice the embodiments herein. Accordingly, the examples should not be construed as limiting the scope of the embodiments herein.

Throughout the specification, the use of the word device in the specification implies, but is not limited to, cylinder, storage tank, chest, drawer, cabinet, bag, box, can, carton, case, casket, vehicle, vehicle fuel tank and the like.

Referring to figure 1, a schematic representation of a device (110) with a conventional device lid (112) is illustrated. The device (110) and the lid (112) can be of any size and shape. The device (110) and the lid (1 12) can be made of different materials such plastic, glass or any other packaging material. For simplicity the device (110) is illustrated as a hollow cylinder closed at the base (114) and having an opening (116) on the top to access the contents of the device. The lid (112) can be fastened on the device (110) in a conventional manner to close the opening (1 16) of the device (110). The device (110) may be further sealed after being closed with the lid (112). The sealing of the device may be made by different means such as adhesive tapes, crimped cables, and other mechanical assemblies. These means may be designed to display irreversible damage when an unauthorized attempt is made to access the device by tampering or damaging or removing the sealing of the device.

Referring to figures 2 and 3, schematic representations, of a multi-part access control means for sealing a device according to an embodiment, and the sealed device, are illustrated. The device (210) can be of any size and shape. The device (210) can be made of different materials such plastic, glass or any other packaging material. For simplicity the device (210) is illustrated as a hollow cylinder closed at the base (216) and having an opening (218) on the top to access the contents of the device. In accordance with the present embodiment the a multi-part access control means (212) has two ends and is adapted to seal the opening of the device by making a cut-out (214) in both the ends. The shape of the cut-out (214) in both the ends of the multi-part access control means (212) is complementary to the shape of opening (218) on the top of the device (210). To seal the opening (218) of the device (210), both the ends of the multi-part access control means (212) are fastened together encapsulating the opening (218) on the top of the device (210).

Referring to figure 4, a schematic representation of the components of a multi-part access control means according to an embodiment is illustrated. The multi-part access control means (400) has two ends and is adapted to seal the opening of a device. The multi-part access control means (400) is secured by a potting composition, such as, a poly-acetyl compound, epoxy, PTFE, and the like to hide it from being exposed. Both the ends of the multi-part access control means (400) have a controlingly releasable means adapted to seal access to the device. The controlingly releasable means comprises at least one of, an electronic relay pin jammer (416), a lock jam pin and pressure detection sensor (420), and a solenoid. To fasten and seal the opening of the device, both the ends of the multi-part access control means (400) are brought together, the lock jam pin is pushed, the pressure detection sensor detects the pressure applied when the lock jam pin is pushed and moves the lock jam pin from a first position to a second position, the solenoid is released and accommodated within the lock jam pin. To release the seal, the solenoid is retracted back from the lock jam pin, the pressure detection sensor detects the decrease in pressure and moves the lock jam pin back from the second position to the first position, enabling separating both the ends of the multi-part access control means. To operate the solenoid an external power source is used. In event of an unauthorized attempt to open the seal, the electronic relay pin jammer (416) jams the lock jam pin protecting the seal from being opened.

The multi-part access control means (400) for a device further comprises an access indicating means adapted to indicate attempts to access the device. The access indicating means comprises at least one of a photosensor (410) with a sensor source (412), a temperature sensor, a pressure sensor (414), a sound sensor, an image capturing device (422), and an ambient light sensor. The multi-part access control means comprises orientation means (424) selected from the group consisting of at least one of, an accelerometer, a magnetometer and a gyro. The orientation means (424) provides the orientation of the multi-part access control means in X, Y and Z planes for different purposes. The first end of the multi-part access control means (400) accommodates the photosensor (410) and the second end of the multi-part access control means (400) accommodates the sensor source (412). The sensor source (412) comprises a light source which sequentially sends a light beam to the photo sensor (410). The photosensor (410) captures the light beam from the sensor source (412) signifying normal operation. In the event of any unauthorized attempt to access the device, the light beam breaks and the photosensor (410) is unable to capture the light beam. The access indicating means is adapted to set a threshold time period during which the photosensor (410) is unable to capture the light beam. If the photosensor (410) is unable to capture the light beam beyond the threshold time period, the access indicating means indicates that an unauthorized attempt is being made to access the device. The temperature sensor (414) continuously monitors the temperature in the multi-part access control means (400). The access indicating means is adapted to set a threshold level of the temperature in the multi-part access control means (400). If the temperature goes beyond the threshold level, the access indicating means indicates that an unauthorized attempt is being made to access the device. The pressure sensor (414) continuously monitors the pressure on the multi-part access control means (400). The access indicating means is adapted to set a threshold level of the applied pressure on the multi-part access control means (400). If the pressure applied goes beyond the threshold level, the access indicating means indicates that an unauthorized attempt is being made to access the device. The sound sensor monitors the sound waves in the multi-part access control means (400). The access indicating means is adapted to set a threshold decibel level of the sound waves. If the decibel level of the sound waves in the multi-part part access control device (400) goes beyond the threshold level, the access indicating means indicates that an unauthorized attempt is being made to access the device. The image capturing device (422) periodically captures the images of the sensors and the controlingly releasable means within the multi-part access control means (400) to check the sensors and the controlingly releasable means. The image capturing device captures the images and stores them for a predetermined time period in a first in - first out manner. Each time the image capturing device captures a new image, it is Stored on the top of the images and the last image is deleted. If any image is captured which indicates any abnormality of the sensors or the controlingly releasable means, the access indicating means indicates that an unauthorized attempt is being made to access the device. The ambient light sensor measures the ambient light in the multi-part access control means (400). If the ambient light in the multi-part access control means changes, the access indicating means indicates that the device is accessed.

The access indicating means is further adapted to use a combination of the different type of sensors to indicate an attempt to access the device.

The multi-part access control means (400) for a device further comprises a sensing means adapted to sense the change in the state of the device. The change in the state of the device comprises the change in the state of at least one of the volume and the mass of the contents of the device. The sending means periodically senses and monitors the state of the device. The sensing means senses and monitors at least one of the volume and the mass of the contents of the device every 2 seconds to capture any change in at least one of the volume and the mass of the contents of the device. The sensing means can be designed to sense and monitor the contents of the device at different time intervals. The sensing means comprises at least one of, a volume sensor and a mass sensor.

The multi-part access control means (400) for a device further comprises a logging means adapted to generate and store a log. The log contains data related to the attempts to access the device, and the change the state of the device. The log of the attempts to access the device will have at least one or several time stamps indicating the attempts to access the device. The time stamps provide details regarding the time at which the device was opened and closed. Preferably, the time stamps cannot be altered or erased form the logs to ensure that the time at which an attempt is made to access the device is available as evidence of the attempt whether authorized or unauthorized.

The multi-part access control means (400) further comprises tracking means (418) adapted to track the location of the device. The tracking means (418) uses a GPS tracking system to keep a track of the location of the device. The tracking means (418) receives the data log related to the attempts to access the device, and the change the state of the device from the logging means. The tracking means (418) periodically communicates the location of the device and the data log in real time. To periodically communicate, the tracking means has at least one wireless electronic device. The wireless electronic device can co-operate with any one of GPRS, GSM, CDMA, Wi-Fi, WiMAX, WLAN, Bluetooth, ZigBee, local wireless and a hardwired connection. The tracking means can communicate on wide band as well as narrow band. Additionally, the tracking (418) means communicates the location of the device and the data log in real time in an encrypted format. The tracking means (418) uses real time dynamic encryption keys to encrypt the data. In the event of any unauthorized attempt to access the device indicated by the access indicating means, the multi-part access control means (400) raises an alarm. In the event of an unauthorized attempt to read, or reverse engineer the multi-part access control means (400), the multi-part access control means (400) is self destructive and will destroy its firmware itself. This renders their subsequent use impossible. Thus, the multi-part access control means aims at providing a secure sealing and tracking of the devices.

The multi-part access control means (400) also has a battery to supply power to the access indicating means, the sensing means, the logging means and the tracking means of the multi-part access control means (400). The multi-part access control means is adapted to periodically communicate the status of the battery power to a server. The battery can any one of, but not limited to, lithium-ion, lithium-polymer, and re-chargeable battery. The battery has a life of, but not limited to, at least 10 years. The battery has a pluggable source accommodated on the outside of the device to recharge the battery the when the external power is applied to the solenoid to release the seal.

In accordance with another embodiment, the multi-part access control means (400) has two ends and is adapted to seal the opening of a device. Both the ends of the multi-part access control means are fastened together in a rotating fashion to seal the access to the device.

In accordance with another embodiment, the multi-part access control means (400) further comprises tracking means (418) adapted to track the location of the device. The tracking means (418) uses a GPS tracking system to keep a track of the location of the device. The tracking means (418) also has at least one wireless electronic device. Each wireless electronic device has a unique customized identification code to distinguish the wireless electronic device from other wireless electronic devices in tracking means (418) of other multi-part access control means (400) deployed to seal access to other devices. Preferably the unique customized identification code is, but not limited to, an 8-bit to 512-bit code. The tracking means (418) receives the data log related to the attempts to access the device, and the change in the state of the device from the logging means. The wireless electronic device in the tracking means (418) periodically communicates its unique customized identification code to provide the location of the device, and the data log in real time to other wireless electronic devices in tracking means (418) of other multi-part access control means (418) deployed in the device seal of various devices. The wireless electronic devices can co-operate with any one of GPRS, GSM, CDMA, Wi-Fi, WiMAX, WLAN, Bluetooth, ZigBee, local wireless and a hardwired connection. Additionally, communication techniques such as frequency hopping, phase shift keying, amplitude shift keying, are used to prevent intrusion in the communication. The tracking means can communicate on wide band as well as narrow band.

In accordance with another embodiment, the multi-part access control means (400) further comprises tracking means (418) adapted to track the location of the device. The tracking means (418) uses a GPS tracking system to keep a track of the location of the device. The tracking means (418) also has at least one wireless electronic device. Each wireless electronic device has a unique customized identification code to distinguish the wireless electronic device from other wireless electronic devices in tracking means (418) of other multi-part access control means (400) deployed to seal access to other devices. Preferably the unique customized identification code is, but not limited to, an 8-bit to 512-bit code. The tracking means (418) receives the data log related to the attempts to access the device, and the change in the state of the device from the logging means. The wireless electronic device in the tracking means (418) periodically communicates its unique customized identification code to provide the location of the device, and the data log in real time to at least one server. The server comprises any one of, but not limited to, a computer, a laptop, and a handled device. The wireless electronic device and the server can co-operate with any one of GPRS, GSM, CDMA, Wi-Fi, WiMAX, WLAN, Bluetooth, ZigBee, local wireless and a hard wired connection. Additionally, communication techniques such as frequency hopping, phase shift keying, amplitude shift keying, are used to prevent intrusion in the communication. The tracking means can communicate on wide band as well as narrow band. The server generates timely detailed reports about the entire movement of the devices from the starting point to the destination, the attempts to access the device and the change in the state of the device. The server further generates timely detailed reports about the change in at least one of the volume and the mass of the contents of the device. In the event of any unauthorized attempt to access the device, the server raises an alarm. In the event of loss of connectivity, the multi-part electronic device can store the data log locally in the logging means. Subsequently upon resumption of connectivity, the wireless electronic device in the tracking means uploads the stored data log to the server.

In accordance with another embodiment, the tracking means (418) receives the orientation of the multi-part access control means in X, Y and Z planes from the orientation means (424). The wireless electronic device in the tracking means (418) periodically communicates the orientation of the multi-part access control means to at least one server.

In accordance with another embodiment, appropriate electronic access keys, equipment and communication of specific codes from the server, will be provided for an authorized attempt to access the device.

In accordance with another embodiment, the multi-part access control means is adapted to be used to lock ignition, doors and fuel caps of vehicles and track the vehicles. Referring to figure 5, a schematic representation of a method of sealing and tracking a device according to an embodiment, is illustrated. The method of sealing and tracking of a device is characterized by,

Sealing access to the device (518) by a controlingly releasable means of a multipart access control means, a locking lever (512) mounted on the device seal, a lever locking collar (516) disposed in the device (518) and positioned in an aligning relationship with the locking lever (512), the opening in the device to access the contents of the device (518) and positioned in an aligning relationship with the cap ( 10) of the device (518), indicating arrows (520) provided on the cap (510) of the device and the opening in the device (518) for alignment, fastening (522) the device seal on the device.

Indicating attempts to access the device by means of, at least one of a photosensor with a sensor source, a temperature sensor, a pressure sensor, a sound sensor, an image capturing device, and an ambient light sensor (514).

Generating a data log based on the attempts to access the device.

Tracking the device by a GPS tracking system and periodically communicating in an encrypted format, the location of the device and the data log by a tracking means comprising, at least one wireless electronic device in real time to at least one of a wireless electronic device and a server.

Raising an alarm upon an unauthorized attempt to access the device, and self destructing the multi-part access control means firmware upon an unauthorized attempt to read, or reverse engineer the multi-part access control means.

TECHNICAL ADVANCEMENTS AND ECONOMIC SIGNIFICANCE

The technical advancements offered by the present invention include the realization of: Providing a secure sealing of a device. Monitoring and maintaining a data log of the attempts to access the device and the change in the quantity of the contents of the device. Tracking and monitoring the movement and the status of the device by transmitting the data log in real time to a server. Immediately reporting any unauthorized attempt to access the device or to damage or remove the sealing of the device.

Throughout this specification the word "comprise", or variations such as "comprises" or "comprising", will be understood to imply the inclusion of a stated element, integer or step, or group of elements, integers or steps, but not

the exclusion of any other element, integer or step, or group of elements, integers or steps.

The use of the expression "at least" or "at least one" suggests the use of one or more elements, as the use may be i one of the embodiments to achieve one or

more of the desired obj ects or results.

Any discussion of documents, acts, materials, devices, articles or the like that has been included in this specification is solely for the purpose of providing a context for the disclosure. It is not to be taken as an admission that any or all of these matters form part of the prior art base or were common general knowledge in the field relevant to the disclosure as it existed anywhere before the priority date of this application.

The numerical values mentioned for the various physical parameters, dimensions or quantities are only approximations and it is envisaged that the values higher/lower than the numerical values assigned to the parameters, dimensions or quantities fall within the scope of the invention, unless there is a statement in the specification specific to the contrary. The foregoing description of the specific embodiments will so fully reveal the general nature of the embodiments herein that others can, by applying current knowledge, readily modify and/or adapt for various applications such specific embodiments without departing from the generic concept, and, therefore, such adaptations and modifications should and are intended to be comprehended within the meaning and range of equivalents of the disclosed embodiments. It is

to be understood that the phraseology or terminology employed herein is for the purpose of description and not of limitation. Therefore, while the embodiments herein have been described in terms of preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art will recognize that the embodiments herein can be practiced with modification within the spirit and scope of the embodiments as described herein.

Claims

Claims:

1) A multi-part access control means for a device comprising:

• controlingly releasable means adapted to seal access to the device;

• access indicating means adapted to indicate attempts to access the device;

• logging means adapted to generate and store a log, said log comprising said attempts to access the device; and

• tracking means adapted to track the location of the device; said tracking means is further adapted to periodically communicate the location of the device and said log in real time.

2) The multi-part access control means as claimed in claim 1, wherein said multipart access control means is secured in the device by a potting composition, such as, a poly-acetyl compound, epoxy, PTFE, and the like.

3) The multi-part access control means as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said multipart access control means further comprises at least one sensing means.

4) The multi-part access control means as claimed in claim 1, wherein said controlingly releasable means comprises at least one of, an electronic relay pin jammer, a lock jam pin and pressure detection sensor, a solenoid, a motor and a pressure release pin.

5) The multi-part access control means as claimed in claim 1, wherein said access indicating means comprises, at least one of a photosensor with a sensor source, a temperature sensor, a pressure sensor, a sound sensor, an image capturing device, and an ambient light sensor. 6) The sensing means as claimed in claim 3, wherein said sensing means comprises at least one of a volume sensor and a mass sensor.

7) The sensing means as claimed in claim 3, wherein said sensing means is adapted to sense the change in the state of the device; said change in the state of the device comprises the change in the state of at least one of the volume and the mass of the contents of the device.

8) The multi-part access control means as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said log of said attempts to access the device comprises at least one time stamp indicating the said attempts.

9) The multi-part access control means as claimed in claim 1, wherein said log further comprises a log of the change in the state of the device.

10) The multi-part access control means as claimed in claim 1, wherein said tracking means is at least one of a GPS tracking system, and a triangulation system.

11) The multi-part access control means as claimed in claim 1, wherein said tracking means comprises at least one wireless electronic device, said wireless electronic device is adapted to co-operate with at least one of GPRS, GSM, CDMA, Wi-Fi, WiMAX, WLAN, Bluetooth, ZigBee, local wireless and a hard wired connection.

12) The multi-part access control means as claimed in claim 1, wherein said tracking means is adapted to periodically communicate the location of the device and said log in real time to at least one server. 13) The multi-part access control means as claimed in claim 1, wherein said tracking means is adapted to periodically communicate the location of the device and said log in real time in an encrypted format.

14) The multi-part access control means as claimed in claim 1, wherein said tracking means is adapted to use communication techniques selected from the group consisting of frequency hopping, phase shift keying and amplitude shift keying.

15) The multi-part access control means as claimed in claim 1, wherein said tracking means is adapted to communicate on at least one of a wide band and a narrow band.

16) The multi-part access control means as claimed in claim 1, wherein said multipart access control means comprises orientation means selected from the group consisting of at least one of, an accelerometer, a magnetometer and a gyro.

17) The multi-part access control means as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said multi- part access control means is adapted raise an alarm upon an unauthorized attempt to access the device.

18) The multi-part access control means as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said multi- part access control means is adapted to self destruct upon an unauthorized attempt to access the device.

19)The multi-part access control means as claimed in claim 1, wherein said multipart access control means comprises at least one battery. 20) A method of sealing and tracking of a device characterized by:

• sealing access to the device by a controlingly releasable means of a multi-part access control means;

• indicating attempts to access the device;

• generating and storing a log based on, said attempts to access the device;

• tracking the device and periodically communicating the location of the device and said log in real time in an encrypted format by a tracking means;

• raising an alarm upon an unauthorized attempt to access the device; and

• self destructing said multi-part access control means upon an unauthorized attempt to access the device.