Safran has filed a patent for an identity document that includes a visual representation of encoded data. The encoded data allows a capturing device to determine the location of a specific region of interest on the document, which is different from the visual representation. GlobalData’s report on Safran gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Identity document with encoded data for determining location of region-of-interest
A recently filed patent (Publication Number: US20230316794A1) describes an identity document that includes a visual representation of encoded data. The encoded data is used to determine the location of a region-of-interest on the document, which is different from the visual representation. The visual representation can be a one-dimensional or two-dimensional barcode, or a Machine Readable Zone.
The patent also describes a computer-implemented method for processing the region-of-interest of an identity document. This method involves obtaining a digital image of the document, detecting the visual representation of encoded data, decoding the data, and determining the location of the region-of-interest based on the decoded data. The method can also involve processing the region-of-interest for various purposes.
The method can further include determining the location of the outlines of the region-of-interest relative to a reference point on the visual representation. In some cases, the encoded data includes a reference to a predetermined format, and the method involves transmitting a request to a remote server to obtain dimensions and location data for the region-of-interest. The obtained data is then used to locate the region-of-interest in the digital image.
The processing step in the method can involve storing the region-of-interest in an electronic card wallet, determining the authenticity of the identity document by segmenting the region-of-interest, or verifying the identity of the person by collecting biometric data and comparing it with stored data in the document. Biometric data collection methods can include capturing a face image, fingerprint, or performing a retina scan.
The method can also involve capturing a signature using a touchscreen and comparing it with a stored digital version. If the person is determined to be the holder of the identity document, a certified electronic version of the document can be generated.
The patent also describes a device for capturing an identity document, which includes a camera, processor, and memory containing a program to implement the method for processing the region-of-interest. Additionally, there is a computer program and a computer-readable medium that can execute the method when executed by an apparatus.
Overall, this patent introduces an identity document and a method for processing its region-of-interest using encoded data and digital image processing techniques. The method enables various applications such as storing the document in an electronic wallet, verifying its authenticity, and verifying the identity of the document holder through biometric data.
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