Masking biometric markers by sensor path control
US11544360B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 30, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jan 3, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 4, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06V40/53
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
In accordance with some embodiments, an apparatus that controls sensor paths for privacy protection is provided. The apparatus includes a housing arranged to hold a second device. The apparatus obtains first sensor data that includes a biometric marker associated with a user. The apparatus controls sensor paths by obtaining the first sensor data using sensors on the second device, on the apparatus, and/or on a supplemental functional device. The apparatus further generates second sensor data by masking the biometric marker associated with the user in the first sensor data. The apparatus additionally controls the sensor paths by providing the second sensor data from the first apparatus to the second device.
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