Abstract: A system and method for hidden security feature detection, analysis and authentication using a smart device is disclosed. The smart device can detect and analyze hidden security features using the camera capability of the smart device to capture a digital image, and then analyze and authenticate that image using a security service including a database of security feature data, processing rules, and other information. The security service can support a variety of smart devices and security features. The smart device includes a security-specific autofocus function that allows the smart device to be positioned within a range of distances and angles from a target document that includes hidden/covert security feature(s). The smart device can display an enhanced image showing the hidden security feature(s) and/or report if the security feature is valid or invalid, along with related information, via beeps, vibration, display, text messaging, or other reporting capabilities.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
February 4, 2020
Date of Patent:
April 4, 2023
Assignee:
PROOF AUTHENTICATION CORPORATION
Inventors:
Michael Caton, Michael Roy, David Wicker, Nicole Acton, Jaeson Caulley
Abstract: An authentication system includes an object including an authentication hologram disposed over an area of a surface of the object. The authentication hologram is defined by a pattern of reflective material and includes latent authentication information. The system includes a computer-readable medium including program instructions for execution by one or more processors. The program instructions are executable by the one or more processors to: (i) receive, from an image capture device, a digital image of the authentication hologram, wherein light reflected by the reflective material is captured in the digital image of the authentication hologram, and (ii) detect the latent authentication information in the digital image of the authentication hologram, wherein an effect of the reflected light is reduced to detect the latent authentication information.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
April 6, 2018
Date of Patent:
November 9, 2021
Assignee:
PROOF AUTHENTICATION CORPORATION
Inventors:
David M. Wicker, Michael S. Caton, William Valincourt