Method and apparatus for biometric vehicle activation
US9381890B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 4, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jul 5, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 18, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06V40/1365
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system includes a processor configured to detect push-to-start (PTS) button engagement. The processor is also configured to scan a finger positioned on a vehicle fingerprint scanner for a fingerprint. The processor is further configured to verify that the fingerprint corresponds to an authorized driver and engage a vehicle ignition when the fingerprint corresponds to an authorized driver.
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