Sony's Mofiria Finger Vein Authentication Device

clipped from www.everythingusb.com Sony Goes from eReader to USB Finger Vein Reader Sony's stretching into the security market with an alternative to the fingerprint scanner, the FVA-U1 USB Vein Authentication Device‏. clipped from www.sony.net Sony Develops Compact Sized, High Speed, High Accuracy Finger Vein Authentication Technology Dubbed "mofiria" "mofiria" uses a unique method where a CMOS sensor diagonally captures scattered light inside the finger veins, making a plane layout possible. As a result, a small and more flexible design can be realized in building this technology into mobile devices. Main characteristics of "mofiria" 1) Compact size realized by "reflecting scattering light method" 2) Fast data processing using a unique algorithm 3) High accuracy and user-friendly interface with automatic correction of the finger position clipped from www.sonyinsider.com Sony hopes to attract businesses where security is key, hospitals, universities and information security specialists with this new product offering.

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1. Sony Goes from eReader to USB Finger Vein Reader
2. Sony Global - Press Release - Sony Develops Compact Sized, High Speed, High Accuracy Finger Vein Authentication Te
3. Sony To Release FVA-U1 USB-Based Mofiria Finger Vein Authentication Device | Sony Insider

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NTT Firmo Card -- Contactless Authentication

A new product, called “Firmo,” consists of a card-sized transmitter carried in the user’s pocket. The card converts stored data into a weak electric field that extends across the body. When the user touches an object embedded with a compatible receiver a signal returned to the device allows contactless authentication

clipped from www.pinktentacle.com NTT Firmo transmits data through skin NTT has begun selling a device that transmits data across the surface of the human body and lets users communicate with electronic devices simply by touching them, the company announced on April 23. Firmo is based on NTT’s RedTacton human area network (HAN) technology, which is designed to allow convenient human-machine data exchange through natural physical contact — even through clothing, gloves and shoes. clipped from www.ntt.co.jp Figure 1: RedTacton PC card prototype Figure 2: Principle of RedTacton Communication clipped from www.pinktentacle.com NTT initially hopes this human area network technology will appeal to organizations looking to boost convenience and security in the office. Obvious applications include secure entrances and keyless cabinets that recognize employees when they touch the door handle (thus bypassing the need for card-swipers and keys), or secure printers that operate only when you touch them.

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