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News Release from: Parvus Corp | Subject: PRV-1168X-01
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 10 June 2002
Fingerprint board isn't fooled by phoney
fingers
Parvus Corp is developing modular fingerprint identification hardware for embedded computer applications in co-operation with Fujitsu Microelectronics America (FMA).
Parvus Corp is developing modular fingerprint identification hardware for embedded computer applications in co-operation with Fujitsu Microelectronics America (FMA) Intended for biometrics-based security, Parvus' fingerprint sensor hardware implements Fujitsu's MBF solid-state fingerprint sensors on the stackable, compact PC/104 form factor (90 x 96mm)
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 22 May 2002 at 8.00am (UK)
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The embeddable board design also integrates a heartbeat sensor (to prevent unauthorised access via a false finger) and direct ISAbus interface to the Fujitsu chip (versus only a parallel port connection).
"Embedded systems designers are now able to call upon Parvus for building blocks and even complete biometrics systems based on the Fujitsu sensor, capable of securing sensitive areas and machine operations, as well as replacing cumbersome PIN numbers and passwords for electronic devices", said Troy Takach, CEO of Parvus Corp.
Parvus is initially offering a stand-alone fingerprint sensor board (PRV-1168X-01) and a biometrics systems development platform (APP-0148X-01) complete with CPU, hard drive, and power supply.
Depending on industry needs, a variety of other biometrics board solutions will be rolled-out as standard product offerings.
"The fingerprint sensor market is truly only in its infancy, growing from an estimated $200 million last year to approximately $700 million worldwide by the end of 2004", said Douglas McArthur, director of Fujitsu Microelectronics' Biometric Sensor Product Group.
"On a daily basis, systems developers inquire about available circuit boards implementing Fujitsu's fingerprint sensor for potential integration into their products.
Parvus has quickly responded to the call and produced embedded biometrics hardware based on Fujitsu sensor technology that can be easily used by embedded designers for a variety of applications".
Because Parvus' biometrics fingerprint sensor board can communicate directly with the Fujitsu sensor via the ISAbus or via a parallel port interface, it is capable of local fingerprint collection and matching.
A local database search engine for authentication (versus a distributed or networked model) can reduce design costs and simplify system hardware requirements.
(This was Electronicstalk's Top Story on 7 June 2002).
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