Networked biometrically secured fitness device scheduler
US6561951B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 21, 2000 |
| Grant date | May 13, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 22, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B2230/00
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An apparatus and method are provided for scheduling and controlling access to physical fitness devices. A prospective user makes an entry into a reservation system reserving the timeframe to use a particular fitness device. Each physical fitness device is provided with a biometric sensor that allows a prospective user to enter biometric data into a database. The database contains records of each prospective user's biometric data. The reservation system and the biometric characteristics database are associated with a central controller. A prospective user is identified by providing biometric data to the database via the sensor associated with a particular fitness device. The central controller determines whether or not to allow the user access by determining if the user is scheduled in the reservation system.
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