Abstract: A system for wirelessly transmitting power between a mobile device and a locking device is provided. In one embodiment power is wirelessly transmitted from the locking device to the mobile device. In another embodiment power is wirelessly transmitted from the mobile device to the locking device. In both embodiments power is transmitted wirelessly when the storage of power is below a critical level in one of the devices (e.g., the mobile device or the locking device). When the power is at a critical level the device (e.g., mobile device or locking device) may not be able to complete a function (e.g., transmit an access credential or actuate a mechanical or electronic lock). As such, wirelessly transmitting power between the mobile device and the locking device may enable the function to be completed.

Abstract: Systems and methods for determining occupancy. In some embodiments, a system comprises at least one processor and memory storing instructions executable by the at least one processor, the instructions when executed cause the system to: obtain information related to presence of a user within a space; obtain information related to one or more RF signals within the space; associate the one or more RF signals with the user based on the information related to presence of the user and information related to the one or more RF signals; and determine presence of the user based on the association of the user with the one or more RF signals.

Abstract: A method for monitoring and controlling a cleanliness of a space including: monitoring a distance of one or more individuals relative to an object within the space using a space monitoring system; determining when the distance is less than a selected distance; determining a number of the one or more individuals within the selected distance of object; determining a duration that the one or more individuals are within the selected distance of the object; and determining that the object requires a cleaning when at least one of: the number of the one or more individuals within the selected distance of object exceeds a threshold number, or the duration that the one or more individuals are within the selected distance of the object exceeds a threshold time.

Abstract: A system and method of sharing user credentials by use of a virtual electronic badge to validate an entry of a user within an authorized building/premises. The system includes a first device associated with a user configured to store a unique identifier that represents a user credential issued to the user. The second device is configured to communicate with the first device and obtain the unique identifier associated with the user. The system includes a server which is communicably coupled with the first device and the second device and configured to store therein a profile information of users related to the first device and the second device. The system further includes that the second device communicates the unique identifier with the server and receives the profile information related to the user of the first device which is reproduced in the form of electronic badge on the second electronic device.

Abstract: A method of determining a destination of an individual carrying a mobile device is provided. The method including: detecting at least one of a position of the mobile device and an activity of an individual carrying the mobile device; detecting a distance between the mobile device and each of a plurality access controls; generating a list of the plurality of access controls and the distance between the mobile device and each of the plurality access controls; determining that the individual carrying the mobile device has stopped moving or slowed in response to the activity detected; and identifying one or more access controls of the plurality of access controls that have a distance of lowest magnitude on the list.

Abstract: A method of training a gesture-based access control system includes repetitiously performing an intentional gesture indicative of an intentional gesture type by a user of a mobile device. The intentional gesture is representative of an intent of the user to gain access. The application then forms a model of the selected intentional gesture type from the repetitious performances of the intentional gesture. The model is configured to be applied by the software-based application to confirm future performances of the intentional gesture.

Abstract: Systems and methods for managing access point authentication requirements are disclosed. In some embodiments, a system comprises at least one processor and memory storing instructions executable by the at least one processor. In some embodiments, the instructions when executed cause the system to obtain a partial identification for a user at an access point; obtain user information related to the user; assign an identification score to the user, the identification score based on the obtained partial identification and the user information; and authenticate the user at the access point responsive to the identification score reaching a pre-determined identification score threshold.

Abstract: Systems and methods for machine learning assisted user identification. In some embodiments, a system comprises at least one processor and memory storing instructions executable by the at least one processor, the instructions when executed cause the system to obtain authentication information for a user, the authentication information including a first authentication factor; determine one or more attributes of the user based on output signals from one or more sensors; train, using the obtained authentication information and the determined one or more attributes of the user, an identification model of a machine learning system, the identification model configured to identify the user; and use the trained identification model to identify the user based on the determined one or more attributes of the user.

Abstract: Systems and methods for facilitating interface with an access control system are disclosed. In some embodiments, a system comprises at least one processor and memory storing instructions executable by the at least one processor, the instructions when executed cause the system to obtain image data from one or more image sensors; detect, from the image data, interaction of a user with an object, wherein the object is located in a vicinity of a controlled area, and wherein the object is electromechanically independent of the access control system and the image sensors; and grant the user access to the controlled area responsive to detecting interaction between the user and the object.

Abstract: A system for a door includes a door lock having a handle assembly and a lock. The lock is movable between an engaged position and a disengaged position. An authentication module is mounted to the door lock at a position offset from a surface of the door. The authentication module is operably coupled to the lock.

Abstract: Systems and methods for machine learning assisted intent determination are disclosed. In some embodiments, a system comprises at least one processor and memory storing instructions executable by the at least one processor, the instructions when executed cause the system to obtain user information, the user information comprising a behavioral information of the user; obtain control access information for the user, the control access information indicating whether the user accessed a controlled area; train, using the obtained user information and control access information, an intent model of a machine learning system, the intent model configured to determine a user intent, the user intent indicting whether the user intends to access the controlled area; and use the trained intent model to determine the user intent based on the obtained user information.

Abstract: An assignable realestate system includes a processor, a storage medium, a wireless device including a digital key, a lock assembly for access to realestate, a data file, and a blockchain application. The data file is stored in the medium, and includes a plurality of linked blocks. Each block includes a respective asset transaction data of a plurality of asset transaction data with each data being time stamped. The blockchain application is stored in the medium and executed by the processor. The blockchain application is configured to apply the data file to determine a current asset transaction data of the plurality of asset transaction data and output an authorization signal to the lock assembly associated with the device for access to the realestate.

Abstract: A method of controlling access to at least one access point is provided. The method comprising: transmitting, using a requesting device, an access request to an access device; generating, using the access device, an authorization information request in response to the access request; generating an authorization request in response to the authorization information request; transmitting, using the requesting device, the authorization request to an authorization service; generating, using the authorization service, an authorization token in response to the authorization request; transmitting, using the authorization service, the authorization token to the requesting device; transmitting, using the requesting device, the authorization token to the access device; validating, using the access device, the authorization token; and adjusting, using the access device, at least one access point.

Abstract: A method of detecting passage by an individual carrying a mobile device past an impediment operably connected to an access control is provided. The method including: detecting positional data of a mobile device; transmitting an access request from the mobile device to an access control operably connected to an impediment; detecting at least one of a sound from the impediment and a motion of the impediment; and determining that an individual carrying the mobile device has moved past the impediment in response to at least one of the sound from the impediment, the motion of the impediment, and the positional data of the mobile device.

Abstract: A method of actuating an access control is provided. The method including: detecting positional data of a mobile device carried by an individual; detecting that the mobile device is located within a zone of interest in response to positional data of the mobile device; detecting an access control; detecting intent of the individual carrying the mobile device to actuate the access control; authenticating the individual carrying the mobile device; and actuating the access control once the individual has been authenticated.

Abstract: An environment access control system that includes an operating environment including one or more access controlled locations, each of the location(s) secured with at least one entry point. Also included is a plurality of wireless signal generating devices each emitting a wireless signal to be received by a mobile device located within the operating environment. Further included is a network device determining a position of the mobile device and comparing the position of the mobile device to the at least one entry point to provide a simplified access request option to a user of the mobile device, the network device determining access to the one or more access controlled locations of the operating environment.

Abstract: A method of determining a relative location of one or more access controls is provided. The method including: detecting a first wireless signal from a first access control; determining a unique device identifier (UDID) for the first access control in response to the first wireless signal; determining a received signal strength indicator (RSSI) of the first wireless signal; and generating a location fingerprint to associate the RSSI of the first wireless signal with the UDID for the first access control.

Abstract: An access control system and a method for operating an access control system are provided. The access control system includes a first access control device and a second access control device, each configured to receive a signal (e.g., an access credential) from a user device. The signal has a first signal strength at the first access control device and a second signal strength at the second access control device. Each of the first access control device and the second access control device include a processor configured to compare the first signal strength and the second signal strength to determine whether the first access control device or the second access control device is closest to the user device. The processor of the access control device closest to the user device may be configured to determine whether the access credential is authorized.

Abstract: An access control system and a method for operating an access control system are provided. The access control system includes a camera and an access control device and may additionally include a local processing device. At least one of the camera, the access control device, and the local processing device (when included) may be used to store a biometric identifier (e.g., in a storage medium) and compare an optical image with the biometric identifier (e.g., in an authentication module) to decide whether or not a mechanical or electronic lock should be unlocked. The camera, the access control device, and the local processing device (when included) are in short-range communication (e.g., to transmit the optical image and/or an authentication signal). The use of short-range communication allows the comparison of the optical image with the stored biometric identifier to be done locally instead of remotely (e.g., in a sever).

Abstract: An environment access control system that includes an operating environment including one or more access controlled locations, each of the location(s) secured with at least one entry point. Also included is a plurality of wireless signal generating devices each emitting a wireless signal to be received by a mobile device located within the operating environment. Further included is a network device determining a position of the mobile device and comparing the position of the mobile device to the at least one entry point to provide a simplified access request option to a user of the mobile device, the network device determining access to the one or more access controlled locations of the operating environment.