Key identification system
US6839449B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 25, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jan 4, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 19, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23C2235/41
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system for identifying the key blank corresponding to a master key is provided. The system includes a first luminous surface and a second luminous surface. The second luminous surface is disposed opposite the first luminous surface such that the master key is disposable therebetween. The first and second luminous surfaces are operable to generate an image of the master key. A receiver is provided to capture the image of the master key. The system also includes a control having a memory that stores information on a plurality of key blanks. The control is operable to identify the key blank corresponding to the master key based on the image captured by the receiver.
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