Device for shielding reading of a contactless smartcard
US7635089B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 19, 2006 |
| Grant date | Dec 22, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 20, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06K19/07327
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A device is provided for shielding a contactless smartcard or RFID tag from reading. The device can include a first panel for holding and presenting a contactless smartcard, a second panel comprising a shielding material that prevents unauthorized reading of information when the contactless smartcard is in proximity to or resting on the second panel, and a hinge coupling the first panel and the second panel. The hinge keeps the device closed for preventing unauthorized reading, and open when a force is applied for allowing authorized reading. The contactless smartcard can be inserted between the first panel and the second panel.
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