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EP3382317B1 - Release control device and method - Google Patents

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EP3382317B1
EP3382317B1 EP17207571.5A EP17207571A EP3382317B1 EP 3382317 B1 EP3382317 B1 EP 3382317B1 EP 17207571 A EP17207571 A EP 17207571A EP 3382317 B1 EP3382317 B1 EP 3382317B1
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Marcus BRENDEL
Jörg Müller
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    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F41—WEAPONS
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  • the present invention relates to an effector release control device and an effector release control method.
  • Effectors are used in the military for defense and attack. Not every nation or conflicting party has the capacity to produce its own effectors.
  • the distribution of effectors is therefore usually controlled through controlled export or military grants to allied or friendly troops.
  • the KR 101 500 479 B1 shows a system in which an RFID tag is used to authorize the use of an effector for a user as long as the RFID tag is in proximity to the effector.
  • the pamphlet DE 10 2009 040 756 B3 describes a firearm that has an ID card recognition device that releases a shot if a release ID card has been detected.
  • the pamphlet WO 02/10662 A1 describes a weapon security system with a first touch-sensitive user interface for receiving user data identifying a user.
  • the first touch-sensitive user interface is arranged in a contact area of a weapon that is contacted by the user in order to fire a shot.
  • the weapon security system has a control device which includes an input unit for receiving the user data, a computer unit for checking the user data and an output unit. Upon successful verification of the user data indicating that the user is a user authorized for use, the output unit issues a release signal to release a firing mechanism of the weapon.
  • the weapon security system comprises a user terminal which has the user data and a body transmission device connected to the user for transmitting the user data to the first touch-sensitive user interface when it is touched.
  • the pamphlet U.S. 2015/134087 A1 describes a weapon control system with a weapon controller configured to receive data from a weapon and to determine whether the weapon is activated or should be deactivated.
  • the object of the present invention is to provide an improved possibility for controlling the use of effectors.
  • this object is achieved by a release control device having the features of patent claim 1, and by a release control method having the features of patent claim 7.
  • a release control device for an effector is provided with a controllable locking device which is designed to controllably lock or release the effector for use; with an electrical input interface, which is designed for wired connection to a release server in order to receive a release code transmitted as a digital code from the release server; and with a control device which is designed to control the blocking device depending on the received release code in order to release the effector for use for a specified period of time, the specified period of time being determined by the content of the release code and receipt of the release code from the release server a release of the effector triggers.
  • a release control method comprises the steps of receiving a release code for the effector, transmitted as a digital code from a release server, by means of an electrical input interface connected to the release server by wire an enabling control device; and releasing the effector by means of a controllable blocking device of the release control device controlled by a control device for use for a specified period of time depending on the release code, the specified period of time being determined by the content of the release code and receipt of the release code triggering release of the effector.
  • the present invention is based on the knowledge that an individual unlocking of an effector by the respective user is complex. For example, an input field and a display for a PIN code must be provided on the effector, or the user could lose an RFID tag that unlocks the effector.
  • the present invention therefore provides that an effector is activated by a code for a predetermined period of time.
  • a controllable locking device is provided, which is locked in the normal state, that is, it works in an unlocking manner.
  • the effector is thus unlocked and released for use only when the locking device is actuated accordingly by the control device.
  • the blocking device can, for example, have mechanical blocking elements which mechanically block a trigger of an effector, for example.
  • the blocking device can also have electrical or electronic blocking elements which, for example, are arranged within the electronic control, particularly in the case of effectors with an electronic controller, and can block the function of the effector there.
  • control device If the control device now receives a release code via the input interface, it controls the blocking device in such a way that it throughs the effector for one releases the release code for a specified period of time.
  • the release control device can be arranged in or at least partially on the effector.
  • the unlocking i.e. the transmission of the release code to the effector, can take place, for example, when weapons are issued in a military facility or military warehouse.
  • This procedure has the advantage that the effector is not impaired during use. Furthermore, the user's freedom of movement is not restricted by an RFID wristband or the like.
  • the release codes can also be managed independently of the users in the present invention. A user does not have to know the release code and cannot misuse it or pass it on.
  • the effector can be unlocked for exactly this period of time with a corresponding release code.
  • the release code can also specify a start time, for example. The effector will then be unlocked from the specified start time for the specified duration.
  • the present invention enables a very flexible and yet safe handling of effectors.
  • effector can be understood to mean any type of effector, e.g. effectors that can be carried along by one person, mobile or remote-controlled effectors, effectors that can be operated by several people or the like.
  • the input interface has an electrical input interface.
  • the release code is in the form of a digital code which is transmitted digitally to the input interface.
  • An electrical interface enables the transmission of a large amount of digital data in a short time.
  • the release codes can therefore not only be transmitted digitally, but at the same time, for example, error correction and cryptographic security measures can be used to ensure the correct transmission of the release codes.
  • the input interface is a wired input interface.
  • a wired interface can have a network connection to a release server, for example.
  • the release server can be stationed in a military camp, for example.
  • the server can also be located remotely, for example in the home country of the respective troops.
  • the release codes can be separated locally from the effectors and it can thus be ensured that the release codes do not fall into the wrong hands.
  • time-based one-time passwords are used as release codes, these can also be managed very easily via a central server.
  • control over the use of the effectors remains with the operator of the server.
  • the supplying state can always retain control over the effectors and can also deactivate them, for example, if the alliance between the two states breaks up.
  • the wired input interface can also be a proprietary interface, for example, which can couple the respective effector with an activation device, for example.
  • an activation device can, for example, be a device that can be stationed in a military camp and carries out the activation of the effectors.
  • Such an activation device can store the activation codes locally or call them up from the above-mentioned server.
  • an activation device can be connected to a plurality of effectors at the same time, for example as long as they are hanging on a material shelf.
  • the activation device can consequently activate any number of effectors at the same time or transmit corresponding activation codes to them at the same time.
  • the input interface can have a wireless electrical input interface and the release code can be stored on a wirelessly contactable data carrier.
  • the wireless electrical input interface can be an RFID or NFC interface, for example.
  • Other interfaces such as Bluetooth or ZigBee are also possible.
  • Wireless data carriers can be e.g. RFID tags, NFC tags or the like. It goes without saying that, for example, an electrical device such as a tablet PC or a smartphone with an NFC interface can also be regarded as a wireless data carrier.
  • an optical interface can also be provided, which reads in the release code, e.g. as a QR code or barcode or the like.
  • both the transmission of the activation code and the content of the activation code can be cryptographically secured.
  • the release codes can each have a digital certificate which has the specified period of time and an identifier of a source of the release code.
  • the control device can be designed to check the digital certificate and only allow the respective release code to release the use of the effector if the digital certificate has been successfully checked.
  • Digital certificates offer the possibility of uniquely identifying the source of the release code using cryptographic methods. Consequently, it can be ensured that a received release code also comes from an authorized source.
  • bidirectional communication can be provided between the release control device and the source of the release code, and a so-called challenge response method can be carried out, for example.
  • the release control device can have a code memory which is designed to store release codes that have already been recorded.
  • the control device can be designed not to allow release codes that have already been detected for re-enabling the effector.
  • unlock codes are stolen, they can also be used by unauthorized persons to unlock an effector.
  • release codes that have already been used are stored in the code memory, a renewed use of a release code can be recognized and activation of the effector can be prevented. Furthermore, a number of activations can also be stored for the individual release codes. A release code can therefore be used as often as stored for the respective release code.
  • the release codes can be in the form of time-based one-time codes.
  • the control device can be designed to check the time-based one-time codes and to enable the effector for use depending on the respective check result.
  • Time-based one-time codes are codes that are only valid once and only for a specified period of time, e.g. 1 minute, 5 minutes or 10 minutes.
  • the effectors and the source of the one-time codes can receive a start code, on the basis of which the further codes for the respective time periods are calculated.
  • Appropriate devices such as OTP tokens, can be used as a source for such release codes, or programs can be provided, e.g. on a tablet PC or smartphone, which calculate the release codes or call them up from a server.
  • the release control device can have a position determination device, with the release codes being able to specify a region of use.
  • the control device can be designed to enable the effector for use only within the specified region of use.
  • the position determination device can be, for example, a satellite-based position determination device that uses the GPS or Glonass system, for example.
  • the position determination device can also use other sources, such as inertial sensors connected to dead reckoning, also known as dead reckoning. Positioning via UMTS, LTE or WLAN networks, for example, is also possible.
  • the release control device can have a communication device which is designed to receive the release code via a wireless communication system and to make it available to the control device.
  • a new activation code can be transmitted to the effector via a wireless communication system, such as a satellite-based communication system, GSM, UMTS, LTE, WIFI, WLAN or the like.
  • a wireless communication system such as a satellite-based communication system, GSM, UMTS, LTE, WIFI, WLAN or the like.
  • a period specified by an activation code is automatically extended by a specified period if the effector has not received a return code by the end of the specified period.
  • the return code can, for example, be transmitted to the effector via an RFID tag when the effector is returned, for example in a military camp. It goes without saying that the period of time, for example, only lasts up to a certain maximum duration can be extended in order not to circumvent the protection provided by the release control device according to the invention.
  • the period of time specified by an activation code can be automatically extended if the effector is actively used. For example, it must be prevented that an effector is switched off if a soldier is involved in a battle and cannot complete the mission within the pre-estimated time.
  • FIG. 1 1 shows a block diagram of a release control device 100 for an effector 101.
  • the release control device 100 is arranged in the effector 101. It goes without saying that in further embodiments at least parts of the release control device 100 can also be arranged outside of the effector 101 .
  • the release control device 100 has a controllable blocking device 102 which is coupled to a control device 104 .
  • the control device 104 is also coupled to an input interface 103 .
  • the blocking device 102 can be a mechanical blocking device, for example, which mechanically prevents the effector 101 from being triggered when the effector 101 is to be blocked.
  • a mechanical blocking device 102 can have a movable pin that blocks triggering of the effector 101 . It goes without saying that, depending on the nature of the effector 101 , other mechanical arrangements can be used as the blocking device 102 .
  • the blocking device 102 can also be embodied as an electrical blocking device 102 or as a software function. If an effector 101 is triggered electrically, the blocking device 102 for blocking the effector 101 can, for example, interrupt a power supply to the triggering element of the effector 101. If the effector 101 is controlled by a digital controller, e.g. a microcontroller or the like, the blocking device 102 can be a function in a firmware of the controller, for example, which enables or blocks specific functions of the effector 101.
  • the input interface 103 of the release control device 100 is in the form of an RFID interface which can receive a release code 105 from an RFID tag 106 .
  • the RFID tag 106 If the RFID tag 106 is brought close to the input interface 103 , this recognizes the RFID tag 106 and reads the release code 105 from the RFID tag 106 .
  • the input interface 103 forwards the release code 105 to the control device 104, which, depending on the release code 105, controls the blocking device 102 in such a way that the effector 101 is released for use for a predetermined period of time.
  • the specified period of time is determined by the release code 105.
  • the effector 101 can be a long or short weapon that is handed out to soldiers in the material issue area of a military camp in a theater of operations.
  • Different release codes 105 can be used before or during the output of the effector 101 to specify how long the effector 101 will be active or usable.
  • the duration of the release of the effector 101 can thus be adapted to the planned duration of use.
  • different RFID tags 106 containing different release codes 105 can be kept available in the material outlet. The personnel in the material issuing department can thus set the release of the respective effector 101 very easily by using the respective RFID tag 106 .
  • a reading device can be provided for the soldiers, for example in the material issue area, from which the soldiers can read how long their effector 101 has been activated.
  • the enabling control device 100 has been shown in connection with an RFID-based input interface 103 . It goes without saying that any other type of digital interface is also possible. Furthermore, instead of the RFID tag 106, a smartphone or tablet PC with an NFC or RFID interface can also be used, for example. With a smartphone or tablet PC, for example, an application can calculate or output the release code 105 .
  • FIG. 2 shows a block diagram of a further release control device 200 not according to the invention.
  • the control device 204 is also coupled to an input interface 203 which is also in the form of an RFID-based input interface 203 .
  • the remote station is not an RFID tag but a tablet PC 206 with an RFID or NFC interface.
  • the release control device 200 also has a code memory 208 coupled to the control device 204 .
  • the control device 204 stores all previously received release codes 205 in the code memory 208.
  • the control device 204 After receiving a release code 205 and before the effector 201 is released, the control device 204 checks whether the release code 205 just received is already stored in the code memory 208 . If this is the case, it means that the unlock code 205 has already been used.
  • the control device 204 can reject such release codes 205 that have already been used and cannot release the effector 201 .
  • a number can be specified for each of the release codes 205, which defines how often a release code 205 may be used.
  • the tablet PC 206 provides a digital certificate 207 which has the release code 205 .
  • the tablet PC 206 can receive the digital certificate 207, for example, as part of a software installation with which an application is installed on the tablet PC, which is used to control the release of effectors 201.
  • a separate digital certificate 207 does not have to be provided for each release code 205, for example. Rather, for example, a device certificate for the tablet PC 206 be provided, with which the tablet PC 206 authenticates itself to the release control device 200 .
  • the individual release codes 205 can then be transmitted independently of the digital certificate 207, for example also secured cryptographically.
  • the release codes 205 can also be transmitted to the effectors 201 via WLAN or Bluetooth. In this way, several effectors 201 can be reached simultaneously without having to hold them close to the tablet PC 206, as is necessary with RFID or NFC.
  • the communication between the effectors 201 and the tablet PC 206 can also be bidirectional.
  • the effectors 201 can register with the tablet PC 206.
  • the tablet PC 206 consequently knows which effectors 201 are within its range.
  • the tablet PC 206 can then enable a user, for example, to select the effectors 201 to be enabled from a list-based basis.
  • a user can unlock a whole group of Effectors 201 at the same time.
  • such groups can be saved in advance or can be transmitted to the tablet PC 206 from the operational planning. In this way it can be ensured, for example, that only the number of effectors 201 planned in the operational planning is activated.
  • an emergency release can also be provided. If, for example, a military camp is attacked, an emergency code can be transmitted to the individual effectors 201 in the material output, which, for example, immediately blocks them for 24 hours. 48 hours or so unlocked.
  • the release control device 300 is based on the release control device 100 and also has a controllable locking device 302 which is coupled to a control device 304.
  • the control device 304 is also coupled to an input interface 303 .
  • the input interface 303 is not a wireless interface but a wired interface.
  • the release codes 305 are provided to the release control device 300 by a local release device 309 .
  • Effectors 301 are usually stored in cupboards or shelves in which they are lined up next to each other. Consequently, lines and contacts can be provided in the holders of the effectors 301, via which the local release device 309 can contact the effectors 301.
  • the local release device 309 can be connected to each individual storage space for one of the effectors 301 via data lines.
  • the local release device 309 can consequently communicate with all of the effectors 301 that are kept and release them.
  • display devices can also be provided at the individual storage locations, via which the status of the respective effector 301 can be displayed to a user.
  • a user can, for example, initiate the activation of several effectors 301 in a material output and can see which effectors have been activated by means of a green light, for example, so that he can specifically select or output them.
  • the local release device 309 also has a data line 312, via which the local release device 309 can be coupled to a server (not shown separately).
  • the server can use the local release facility 309 transmit the release code 305, for example. In this way, access to the effectors 301 can be controlled remotely.
  • the release control device 300 also has a position determination device 310 which can determine the position of the effector 301 . Furthermore, the release code 305 can specify in which geographic region the effector 301 is to be released. It can consequently be prevented that the effectors 301 are used in areas of application other than those intended.
  • the release control device 300 has a communication device 311, via which the control device 304 can also receive release codes 305 when the effector 301 is in use.
  • the control device 304 can also receive release codes 305 when the effector 301 is in use.
  • a soldier can be held up by unforeseen events and his deployment can therefore exceed the intended duration.
  • the effector 301 should not switch off in such a case.
  • the release of the effector 301 can easily be extended via the communication device 311 .
  • release control devices 100, 200, 300 shown above can be combined with one another as desired.
  • FIG. 4 shows a flowchart of a method for release control for an effector 101, 201, 301.
  • the method provides for the detection S1 of a release code 105, 205, 305 for the effector 101, 201, 301.
  • the effector 101, 201, 301 is then ready for use released for a predetermined period depending on the release code 105, 205, 305 S2.
  • the predetermined period of time is determined by the content of the release code 105, 205, 305. It is therefore possible by adapting the release codes 105, 205, 305 to set the duration of the release or activation.
  • the release codes 105, 205, 305 can be provided as digital codes, for example.
  • the release codes 105, 205, 305 can also have a digital certificate 207, 307, for example, which has the specified period of time and an identifier of a source of the release code 105, 205, 305.
  • the digital certificate 207, 307 is then checked and the respective release code 105, 205, 305 is only permitted to release the use of the effector 101, 201, 301 if the digital certificate 207, 307 is successful was checked.
  • the release codes 105, 205, 305 can be transmitted to the effector 101, 201, 301 in any way.
  • the release codes 105, 205, 305 can be stored on a wirelessly contactable data carrier, e.g. an RFID tag 106.
  • the release codes 105, 205, 305 can be transmitted to the effector 101, 201, 301 by wire.
  • figure 5 shows a flow chart of another method according to the invention, which is based on the method of 4 based.
  • the release codes 105, 205, 305 can also be received via a wireless communication system S5. This makes possible to transmit the release codes 105, 205, 305 to the effectors 101, 201, 301 in the field as well.
  • release codes 105, 205, 305 that have already been recorded are stored S3.
  • release codes 105, 205, 305 that have already been recorded are then not permitted, for example, for a renewed release of the effector 101, 201, 301.
  • a position of the effector 101, 201, 301 is determined S4, with the release codes 105, 205, 305 indicating a region of use.
  • the effector 101, 201, 301 is enabled S2, the effector 101, 201, 301 is then only enabled for use within the specified usage region.

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Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft eine Freigabesteuervorrichtung für einen Effektor und ein Verfahren zur Freigabesteuerung für einen Effektor.The present invention relates to an effector release control device and an effector release control method.

Effektoren werden im militärischen Bereich zu Verteidigung und Angriff eingesetzt. Nicht jede Nation oder jede Konfliktpartei verfügt über die Kapazitäten eigene Effektoren herzustellen.Effectors are used in the military for defense and attack. Not every nation or conflicting party has the capacity to produce its own effectors.

Die Verteilung von Effektoren wird daher üblicherweise durch kontrollierten Export oder militärische Beihilfe an alliierte oder befreundete Truppen gesteuert.The distribution of effectors is therefore usually controlled through controlled export or military grants to allied or friendly troops.

Allerdings kann nach der Erstausgabe von Effektoren, also z.B. der Lieferung an alliierte Truppen, nicht sichergestellt werden, welchen Weg die Effektoren weiter nehmen. So kann eine unkontrollierte Verbreitung der Effektoren z.B. durch illegalen Handel, Verlust der Effektoren oder Änderungen der Machtverhältnisse in Partnernationen dazu führen, dass andere Mächte oder Gruppen, als die ursprünglich vorgesehenen in den Besitz der Effektoren gelangen und diese nutzen. Wünschenswert ist es, die nicht-autorisierte Verwendung von Effektoren zu unterbinden.However, after the first issue of Effectors, e.g. the delivery to Allied troops, it cannot be guaranteed which path the Effectors will take. An uncontrolled spread of the effectors, e.g. through illegal trade, loss of the effectors or changes in the balance of power in partner nations, can lead to powers or groups other than those originally intended gaining possession of the effectors and using them. It is desirable to prevent the unauthorized use of effectors.

Eine Nutzung eines Effektors durch einen Unbefugten wird in der US 5 603 179 z.B. durch einen Fingerabdrucksensor verhindert, der den Effektor lediglich bei Erkennen des Fingerabdrucks einer befugten Person freigibt.Use of an effector by an unauthorized person is U.S. 5,603,179 eg prevented by a fingerprint sensor, which releases the effector only when the fingerprint of an authorized person is recognized.

Die KR 101 500 479 B1 zeigt ein System, bei welchem ein RFID-Tag genutzt wird, um die Verwendung eines Effektors für einen Benutzer freizugeben, solange das RFID-Tag in der Nähe des Effektors ist.the KR 101 500 479 B1 shows a system in which an RFID tag is used to authorize the use of an effector for a user as long as the RFID tag is in proximity to the effector.

Die Druckschrift DE 10 2009 040 756 B3 beschreibt eine Schusswaffe, welche über eine Ausweis-Erkennungsvorrichtung verfügt, die eine Freischaltung für eine Abgabe eines Schusses vornimmt, sofern ein Freigabe-Ausweis detektiert worden ist.The pamphlet DE 10 2009 040 756 B3 describes a firearm that has an ID card recognition device that releases a shot if a release ID card has been detected.

Die Druckschrift WO 02/10662 A1 beschreibt ein Waffensicherungssystem mit einer ersten berührungsempfindlichen Benutzungsschnittstelle zum Empfang von einen Benutzer kennzeichnenden Benutzerdaten. Hierbei ist die erste berührungsempfindliche Benutzungsschnittstelle in einem Kontaktbereich einer Waffe angeordnet, der zur Abgabe eines Schusses von dem Benutzer kontaktiert wird. Ferner weist das Waffensicherungssystem eine Steuereinrichtung auf, die eine Eingabeeinheit zum Empfang der Benutzerdaten, eine Rechnereinheit zur Überprüfung der Benutzerdaten und eine Ausgabeeinheit umfasst. Bei einer erfolgreichen Überprüfung der Benutzerdaten, die angibt, dass der Benutzer ein zur Verwendung autorisierter Benutzer ist, gibt die Ausgabeeinheit ein Freigabesignal aus, um einen Auslösemechanismus der Waffe freizugeben. Um der ersten berührungsempfindlichen Benutzungsschnittstelle die Benutzerdaten bereitzustellen, umfasst das Waffensicherungssystem ein Benutzerendgerät, das die Benutzerdaten und eine mit dem Benutzer verbundene Körperübertragungseinrichtung zur Übertragung der Benutzerdaten zu der ersten berührungsempfindlichen Benutzungsschnittstelle bei deren Berührung aufweist.The pamphlet WO 02/10662 A1 describes a weapon security system with a first touch-sensitive user interface for receiving user data identifying a user. In this case, the first touch-sensitive user interface is arranged in a contact area of a weapon that is contacted by the user in order to fire a shot. Furthermore, the weapon security system has a control device which includes an input unit for receiving the user data, a computer unit for checking the user data and an output unit. Upon successful verification of the user data indicating that the user is a user authorized for use, the output unit issues a release signal to release a firing mechanism of the weapon. In order to provide the user data to the first touch-sensitive user interface, the weapon security system comprises a user terminal which has the user data and a body transmission device connected to the user for transmitting the user data to the first touch-sensitive user interface when it is touched.

Die Druckschrift US 2015/134087 A1 beschreibt ein Waffenkontrollsystem mit einer Waffensteuerung, die dazu ausgebildet ist, Daten von einer Waffe zu empfangen und zu bestimmten, ob die Waffe aktiviert ist oder deaktiviert werden soll.The pamphlet U.S. 2015/134087 A1 describes a weapon control system with a weapon controller configured to receive data from a weapon and to determine whether the weapon is activated or should be deactivated.

Vor diesem Hintergrund liegt der vorliegenden Erfindung die Aufgabe zugrunde, eine verbesserte Möglichkeit zur Steuerung der Verwendung von Effektoren bereitzustellen.Against this background, the object of the present invention is to provide an improved possibility for controlling the use of effectors.

Erfindungsgemäß wird diese Aufgabe gelöst durch eine Freigabesteuervorrichtung mit den Merkmalen des Patentanspruchs 1, und durch einen Verfahren zur Freigabesteuerung mit den Merkmalen des Patentanspruchs 7.According to the invention, this object is achieved by a release control device having the features of patent claim 1, and by a release control method having the features of patent claim 7.

Demgemäß ist eine Freigabesteuervorrichtung für einen Effektor vorgesehen mit einer steuerbaren Sperreinrichtung, welche ausgebildet ist, den Effektor für eine Benutzung steuerbar zu sperren oder freizugeben; mit einer elektrischen Eingabeschnittstelle, welche zur drahtgebundenen Anbindung an einen Freigabeserver ausgebildet ist, um einen als digitalen Code von dem Freigabeserver übermittelten Freigabecode zu empfangen; und mit einer Steuereinrichtung, welche ausgebildet ist, die Sperreinrichtung in Abhängigkeit des empfangenen Freigabecodes anzusteuern, um den Effektor für einen vorgegebenen Zeitraum für die Benutzung freizugeben, wobei der vorgegebene Zeitraum durch den Inhalt des Freigabecodes bestimmt ist und Empfang des Freigabecodes von dem Freigabeserver eine Freigabe des Effektors auslöst..Accordingly, a release control device for an effector is provided with a controllable locking device which is designed to controllably lock or release the effector for use; with an electrical input interface, which is designed for wired connection to a release server in order to receive a release code transmitted as a digital code from the release server; and with a control device which is designed to control the blocking device depending on the received release code in order to release the effector for use for a specified period of time, the specified period of time being determined by the content of the release code and receipt of the release code from the release server a release of the effector triggers..

Darüber hinaus ist ein Verfahren zur Freigabesteuerung vorgesehen. Das Verfahren zur Freigabesteuerung umfasst die Schritte Empfangen eines als digitaler Code von einem Freigabeserver übermittelten Freigabecodes für den Effektor mittels einer drahtgebunden an den Freigabeserver angebundenen elektrischen Eingabeschnittstelle einer Freigabesteuervorrichtung; und Freigeben des Effektors mittels einer von einer Steuereinrichtung angesteuerten steuerbaren Sperreinrichtung der Freigabesteuervorrichtung für eine Benutzung für einen vorgegebenen Zeitraum in Abhängigkeit des Freigabecodes, wobei der vorgegebene Zeitraum durch den Inhalt des Freigabecodes bestimmt wird und Empfang des Freigabecodes eine Freigabe des Effektors auslöst.In addition, a release control method is provided. The method for release control comprises the steps of receiving a release code for the effector, transmitted as a digital code from a release server, by means of an electrical input interface connected to the release server by wire an enabling control device; and releasing the effector by means of a controllable blocking device of the release control device controlled by a control device for use for a specified period of time depending on the release code, the specified period of time being determined by the content of the release code and receipt of the release code triggering release of the effector.

Die vorliegende Erfindung basiert auf der Erkenntnis, dass eine individuelle Entsperrung eines Effektors durch den jeweiligen Nutzer aufwändig ist. Beispielsweise muss an dem Effektor ein Eingabefeld und eine Anzeige für einen PIN Code vorgesehen werden oder der Benutzer könnte ein RFID-Tag verlieren, welches den Effektor freischaltet.The present invention is based on the knowledge that an individual unlocking of an effector by the respective user is complex. For example, an input field and a display for a PIN code must be provided on the effector, or the user could lose an RFID tag that unlocks the effector.

Die vorliegende Erfindung sieht daher vor, dass ein Effektor durch einen Code für einen vorgegebenen Zeitraum freigeschaltet wird. Dazu ist eine steuerbare Sperreinrichtung vorgesehen, die im Normalzustand gesperrt ist, also entsperrend arbeitet. Der Effektor wird also nur bei entsprechender Ansteuerung der Sperreinrichtung durch die Steuereinrichtung entsperrt und für die Benutzung freigegeben.The present invention therefore provides that an effector is activated by a code for a predetermined period of time. For this purpose, a controllable locking device is provided, which is locked in the normal state, that is, it works in an unlocking manner. The effector is thus unlocked and released for use only when the locking device is actuated accordingly by the control device.

Die Sperreinrichtung kann dazu z.B. mechanische Sperrelemente aufweisen, die z.B. einen Auslöser eines Effektors mechanisch blockieren. Ferner kann die Sperreinrichtung auch elektrische bzw. elektronische Sperrelemente aufweisen, die z.B. insbesondere bei Effektoren mit einer elektronischen Steuerung innerhalb der elektronischen Steuerung angeordnet sind und dort die Funktion des Effektors blockieren können.For this purpose, the blocking device can, for example, have mechanical blocking elements which mechanically block a trigger of an effector, for example. Furthermore, the blocking device can also have electrical or electronic blocking elements which, for example, are arranged within the electronic control, particularly in the case of effectors with an electronic controller, and can block the function of the effector there.

Erhält die Steuereinrichtung über die Eingabeschnittstelle nun einen Freigabecode, steuert sie die Sperreinrichtung derart an, dass diese den Effektor für einen durch den Freigabecode vorgegebenen Zeitraum freigibt. Die Freigabesteuervorrichtung kann dazu in oder zumindest teilweise an dem Effektor angeordnet sein.If the control device now receives a release code via the input interface, it controls the blocking device in such a way that it throughs the effector for one releases the release code for a specified period of time. For this purpose, the release control device can be arranged in or at least partially on the effector.

Die Entsperrung, also die Übermittlung des Freigabecodes an den Effektor kann z.B. bei einer Waffenausgabe in einer militärischen Einrichtung bzw. einem militärischen Lager erfolgen.The unlocking, i.e. the transmission of the release code to the effector, can take place, for example, when weapons are issued in a military facility or military warehouse.

Dieses Vorgehen hat den Vorteil, dass keine Beeinträchtigung des Effektors während der Benutzung vorhanden ist. Ferner wird auch der Benutzer in seiner Bewegungsfreiheit z.B. nicht durch ein RFID Armband oder dergleichen eingeschränkt.This procedure has the advantage that the effector is not impaired during use. Furthermore, the user's freedom of movement is not restricted by an RFID wristband or the like.

Die Freigabecodes können bei der vorliegenden Erfindung ferner unabhängig von den Benutzern verwaltet werden. Ein Benutzer muss also den Freigabecode nicht kennen und kann ihn so auch nicht missbrauchen oder weitergeben.The release codes can also be managed independently of the users in the present invention. A user does not have to know the release code and cannot misuse it or pass it on.

Gleichzeitig kann aber sichergestellt werden, dass der Benutzer den Effektor für die geplante Dauer seines Einsatzes uneingeschränkt nutzen kann. Wird also z.B. ein Einsatz mit einer Dauer von 2 Stunden geplant, z.B. eine Patrouille, kann der Effektor durch einen entsprechenden Freigabecode für genau diesen Zeitraum freigeschaltet werden. Neben einem Zeitraum kann der Freigabecode z.B. auch einen Startzeitpunkt angeben. Der Effektor wird dann ab dem angegebenen Startzeitpunkt für die angegebene Dauer freigeschaltet.At the same time, however, it can be ensured that the user can use the effector without restriction for the planned duration of his use. If, for example, an operation with a duration of 2 hours is planned, e.g. a patrol, the effector can be unlocked for exactly this period of time with a corresponding release code. In addition to a period of time, the release code can also specify a start time, for example. The effector will then be unlocked from the specified start time for the specified duration.

Die vorliegende Erfindung ermöglicht folglich eine sehr flexible und dennoch sichere Handhabung von Effektoren.Consequently, the present invention enables a very flexible and yet safe handling of effectors.

Unter dem Begriff Effektor kann dabei jede Art von Effektor, also z.B. von einer Person mitführbare Effektoren, fahrbare bzw. ferngesteuerte Effektoren, von mehreren Personen zu bedienende Effektoren oder dergleichen verstanden werden.The term effector can be understood to mean any type of effector, e.g. effectors that can be carried along by one person, mobile or remote-controlled effectors, effectors that can be operated by several people or the like.

Vorteilhafte Ausgestaltungen und Weiterbildungen ergeben sich aus den weiteren Unteransprüchen sowie aus der Beschreibung unter Bezugnahme auf die Figuren.Advantageous refinements and developments result from the further dependent claims and from the description with reference to the figures.

Gemäß der Erfindung weist die Eingabeschnittstelle eine elektrische Eingabeschnittstelle auf. Ferner ist der Freigabecode als digitaler Code ausgebildet, welcher der Eingabeschnittstelle digital übermittelt wird.According to the invention, the input interface has an electrical input interface. Furthermore, the release code is in the form of a digital code which is transmitted digitally to the input interface.

Eine elektrische Schnittstelle ermöglicht die Übermittlung einer großen Menge an digitalen Daten in kurzer Zeit. Die Übermittlung der Freigabecodes kann folglich nicht nur digital erfolgen sondern gleichzeitig z.B. eine Fehlerkorrektur und kryptographische Sicherheitsmaßnahmen nutzen, um die korrekte Übermittlung der Freigabecodes sicherzustellen.An electrical interface enables the transmission of a large amount of digital data in a short time. The release codes can therefore not only be transmitted digitally, but at the same time, for example, error correction and cryptographic security measures can be used to ensure the correct transmission of the release codes.

Als elektrische Schnittstelle kann hier jede Art von Schnittstelle angesehen werden, die zur Übertragung der digitalen Daten elektrische Signale nutzt.Any type of interface that uses electrical signals to transmit the digital data can be regarded as an electrical interface here.

Gemäß der Erfindung ist die Eingabeschnittstelle eine drahtgebundene Eingabeschnittstelle. Eine solche drahtgebundene Schnittstelle kann z.B. eine Netzwerkverbindung zu einem Freigabeserver aufweisen. Der Freigabeserver kann dabei z.B. in einem militärischen Lager stationiert sein. Alternativ kann der Server aber z.B. auch entfernt, z.B. in dem Heimatland der jeweiligen Truppen, angeordnet sein. Insbesondere bei dem entfernt angeordneten Server können die Freigabecodes örtlich von den Effektoren getrennt werden und es kann so sichergestellt werden, dass die Freigabecodes nicht in die falschen Hände gelangen.According to the invention, the input interface is a wired input interface. Such a wired interface can have a network connection to a release server, for example. The release server can be stationed in a military camp, for example. Alternatively, the server can also be located remotely, for example in the home country of the respective troops. In particular, with the server located remotely, the release codes can be separated locally from the effectors and it can thus be ensured that the release codes do not fall into the wrong hands.

Werden als Freigabecodes z.B. zeitbasierte Einmalpasswörter verwendet, können diese über einen zentralen Server ferner sehr einfach verwaltet werden.If, for example, time-based one-time passwords are used as release codes, these can also be managed very easily via a central server.

Bei Verwendung eines Servers, der nicht in der Nähe der Effektoren aufbewahrt wird, also z.B. nicht in einem militärischen Lager, bleibt die Kontrolle über den Einsatz der Effektoren weiterhin bei dem Betreiber des Servers. Liefert also z.B. ein Staat einem alliierten Staat Effektoren, kann der liefernde Staat stets die Kontrolle über die Effektoren behalten und diese z.B. auch deaktivieren, wenn die Allianz der zwei Staaten zerbricht.When using a server that is not stored near the effectors, e.g. not in a military camp, control over the use of the effectors remains with the operator of the server. For example, if a state supplies effectors to an allied state, the supplying state can always retain control over the effectors and can also deactivate them, for example, if the alliance between the two states breaks up.

Die drahtgebundene Eingabeschnittstelle kann aber z.B. auch eine proprietäre Schnittstelle sein, die den jeweiligen Effektor z.B. mit einem Freischaltgerät koppeln kann. Ein solches Freischaltgerät kann z.B. ein Gerät sein, welches in einem militärischen Lager stationiert sein kann und die Freischaltung der Effektoren durchführt. Ein solches Freischaltgerät kann die Freigabecodes lokal speichern oder von dem o.g. Server abrufen.However, the wired input interface can also be a proprietary interface, for example, which can couple the respective effector with an activation device, for example. Such an activation device can, for example, be a device that can be stationed in a military camp and carries out the activation of the effectors. Such an activation device can store the activation codes locally or call them up from the above-mentioned server.

Ferner kann ein solches Freischaltgerät z.B. mit einer Mehrzahl von Effektoren gleichzeitig verbunden sein, beispielsweise solange diese in einem Materialregal hängen. Das Freischaltgerät kann folglich eine beliebige Anzahl an Effektoren gleichzeitig freischalten bzw. diesen gleichzeitig entsprechende Freigabecodes übermitteln.Furthermore, such an activation device can be connected to a plurality of effectors at the same time, for example as long as they are hanging on a material shelf. The activation device can consequently activate any number of effectors at the same time or transmit corresponding activation codes to them at the same time.

Gemäß einem Beispiel ausserhalb des Umfangs der Ansprüche kann die Eingabeschnittstelle eine drahtlose elektrische Eingabeschnittstelle aufweisen und der Freigabecode kann auf einem drahtlos kontaktierbaren Datenträger gespeichert sein.According to an example outside the scope of the claims, the input interface can have a wireless electrical input interface and the release code can be stored on a wirelessly contactable data carrier.

Die drahtlose elektrische Eingabeschnittstelle kann z.B. eine RFID oder NFC Schnittstelle sein. Andere Schnittstellen, wie Bluetooth oder ZigBee sind ebenfalls möglich.The wireless electrical input interface can be an RFID or NFC interface, for example. Other interfaces such as Bluetooth or ZigBee are also possible.

Drahtlose Datenträger können z.B. RFID-Tags, NFC-Tags oder dergleichen sein. Es versteht sich, dass z.B. auch ein elektrisches Gerät, wie z.B. ein Tablet-PC oder ein Smartphone mit einer NFC-Schnittstelle als ein drahtloser Datenträger angesehen werden kann.Wireless data carriers can be e.g. RFID tags, NFC tags or the like. It goes without saying that, for example, an electrical device such as a tablet PC or a smartphone with an NFC interface can also be regarded as a wireless data carrier.

Gemäß einem Beispiel ausserhalb des Umfangs der Ansprüche kann auch eine optische Schnittstelle vorgesehen sein, die den Freigabecode z.B. als QR-Code oder Barcode oder dergleichen einliest.According to an example outside the scope of the claims, an optical interface can also be provided, which reads in the release code, e.g. as a QR code or barcode or the like.

Um die Sicherheit bei der Freischaltung von Effektoren zu erhöhen, kann sowohl die Übertragung der Freischaltodes als auch der Inhalt der Freigabecodes kryptographisch gesichert sein.In order to increase security when activating effectors, both the transmission of the activation code and the content of the activation code can be cryptographically secured.

Gemäß einer Weiterbildung können die Freigabecodes jeweils ein digitales Zertifikat aufweisen, welches den vorgegebene Zeitraum und eine Kennung einer Quelle des Freigabecodes aufweist. Die Steuereinrichtung kann ausgebildet sein, das digitale Zertifikat zu prüfen, und den jeweiligen Freigabecode nur zur Freigabe der Benutzung des Effektors zuzulassen, wenn das digitale Zertifikat erfolgreich geprüft wurde.According to one development, the release codes can each have a digital certificate which has the specified period of time and an identifier of a source of the release code. The control device can be designed to check the digital certificate and only allow the respective release code to release the use of the effector if the digital certificate has been successfully checked.

Digitale Zertifikate bieten die Möglichkeit, die Quelle des Freigabecodes anhand kryptographischer Verfahren eindeutig zu identifizieren. Es kann folglich sichergestellt werden, dass ein empfangener Freigabecode auch von einer autorisierten Quelle stammt.Digital certificates offer the possibility of uniquely identifying the source of the release code using cryptographic methods. Consequently, it can be ensured that a received release code also comes from an authorized source.

Neben digitalen Zertifikaten können auch weitere kryptographische Maßnahmen genutzt werden, um den Freigabecode oder die jeweilige Gegenstalle zu authentisieren.In addition to digital certificates, other cryptographic measures can also be used to authenticate the release code or the respective counterpart.

Beispielsweise kann zwischen der Freigabesteuervorrichtung und der Quelle der Freigabecodes eine bidirektionale Kommunikation vorgesehen sein und z.B. ein sog. Challange Response Verfahren durchgeführt werden.For example, bidirectional communication can be provided between the release control device and the source of the release code, and a so-called challenge response method can be carried out, for example.

Gemäß einer Weiterbildung kann die Freigabesteuervorrichtung einen Codespeicher aufweisen, welcher ausgebildet ist, bereits erfasste Freigabecodes zu speichern. Die Steuereinrichtung kann ausgebildet sein, bereits erfasste Freigabecodes nicht für eine erneute Freigabe des Effektors zuzulassen.According to one development, the release control device can have a code memory which is designed to store release codes that have already been recorded. The control device can be designed not to allow release codes that have already been detected for re-enabling the effector.

Werden Freigabecodes gestohlen, können diese unter Umständen auch von nicht autorisierten Personen genutzt werden, um einen Effektor freizuschalten.If unlock codes are stolen, they can also be used by unauthorized persons to unlock an effector.

Dadurch, dass in dem Codespeicher die bereits verwendeten Freigabecodes gespeichert werden, kann eine erneute Verwendung eines Freigabecodes erkannt und eine Freischaltung des Effektors verhindert werden. Ferner kann für die einzelnen Freigabecodes auch eine Anzahl an Freischaltungen hinterlegt sein. Ein Freigabecode kann also so oft verwendet werden, wie für den jeweiligen Freigabecode hinterlegt.Since the release codes that have already been used are stored in the code memory, a renewed use of a release code can be recognized and activation of the effector can be prevented. Furthermore, a number of activations can also be stored for the individual release codes. A release code can therefore be used as often as stored for the respective release code.

Gemäß einer Weiterbildung können die Freigabecodes als zeitbasierte Einmalcodes ausgebildet sein. Die Steuereinrichtung kann ausgebildet sein, die zeitbasierten Einmalcodes zu prüfen und in Abhängigkeit von dem jeweiligen Prüfergebnis den Effektor für die Benutzung freizuschalten.According to one development, the release codes can be in the form of time-based one-time codes. The control device can be designed to check the time-based one-time codes and to enable the effector for use depending on the respective check result.

Zeitbasierte Einmalcodes sind Codes, die lediglich einmal und nur für einen vorgegebenen Zeitraum, z.B. 1 Minute, 5 Minuten oder 10 Minuten, gültig sind. Zur Verwendung von Einmalcodes können die Effektoren und die Quelle der Einmalcodes einen Startcode erhalten, auf dessen Basis die weiteren Codes für die jeweiligen Zeiträume berechnet werden.Time-based one-time codes are codes that are only valid once and only for a specified period of time, e.g. 1 minute, 5 minutes or 10 minutes. In order to use one-time codes, the effectors and the source of the one-time codes can receive a start code, on the basis of which the further codes for the respective time periods are calculated.

Als Quelle für solche Freigabecodes können entsprechende Geräte, wie z.B. OTP-Tokens, genutzt werden oder es können Programme z.B. auf einem Tablet-PC oder Smartphone bereitgestellt werden, welche die Freigabecodes berechnen oder von einem Server abrufen.Appropriate devices, such as OTP tokens, can be used as a source for such release codes, or programs can be provided, e.g. on a tablet PC or smartphone, which calculate the release codes or call them up from a server.

Gemäß einer Weiterbildung kann die Freigabesteuervorrichtung eine Positionsbestimmungseinrichtung aufweisen, wobei die Freigabecodes eine Nutzungsregion angeben können. Die Steuereinrichtung kann ausgebildet sein, den Effektor für die Benutzung nur innerhalb der angegebenen Nutzungsregion freizuschalten.According to one development, the release control device can have a position determination device, with the release codes being able to specify a region of use. The control device can be designed to enable the effector for use only within the specified region of use.

Die Positionsbestimmungseinrichtung kann z.B. eine satellitenbasierte Positionsbestimmungseinrichtung sein, die z.B. das GPS oder Glonass System nutzt. Selbstverständlich kann die Positionsbestimmungseinrichtung z.B. auch andere Quellen, wie z.B. Inertialsensoren verbunden mit einer Koppelnavigation, auch dead reckoning genannt, nutzen. Die Positionsbestimmung über z.B. UMTS, LTE oder WLAN Netzwerke ist ebenfalls möglich.The position determination device can be, for example, a satellite-based position determination device that uses the GPS or Glonass system, for example. Of course, the position determination device can also use other sources, such as inertial sensors connected to dead reckoning, also known as dead reckoning. Positioning via UMTS, LTE or WLAN networks, for example, is also possible.

Eine exakte Positionsbestimmung z.B. auf weniger Zentimeter ist für die positionsabhängige Freischaltung eines Effektors nicht nötig. Vielmehr ist eine grobe Bestimmung z.B. auf mehrere Meter oder mehrere hundert Meter ausreichend, da in den Freischaltcodes Nutzungsregionen angegeben werden können, die größere Gebiete umfassen. Ferner soll die Bewegungsfreiheit der eigenen Einheiten nicht eingeschränkt werden. Es werden also als Nutzungsregionen eher keine sehr kleinen Flächen, wie z.B. einzelne Straßen oder Gebäude, angegeben, sondern eher ganze Städte, Regionen oder Länder.An exact position determination, e.g. to a few centimeters, is not necessary for the position-dependent activation of an effector. Rather, a rough determination, e.g. to several meters or several hundred meters, is sufficient, since usage regions that cover larger areas can be specified in the activation codes. Furthermore, the freedom of movement of your own units should not be restricted. Very small areas, such as individual streets or buildings, are not given as usage regions, but rather entire cities, regions or countries.

Gemäß einer Weiterbildung kann die Freigabesteuervorrichtung eine Kommunikationseinrichtung aufweisen, welche ausgebildet ist, die Freigabecodes über ein drahtloses Kommunikationssystem zu empfangen und der Steuereinrichtung bereitzustellen.According to one development, the release control device can have a communication device which is designed to receive the release code via a wireless communication system and to make it available to the control device.

Üblicherweise werden militärische Einsätze vor der Durchführung geplant und auch eine Einsatzdauer geplant bzw. geschätzt. Dennoch kann es vorkommen, dass Einheiten während einem Einsatz aufgehalten werden und sich der Einsatz verlängert.Military operations are usually planned before they are carried out and the duration of the operation is also planned or estimated. Nevertheless, it can happen that units are held up during a mission and the mission is extended.

In solchen Fällen kann über ein drahtloses Kommunikationssystem, wie z.B. ein satellitenbasiertes Kommunikationssystem, GSM, UMTS, LTE, WIFI, WLAN oder dergleichen, ein neuer Freischaltcode an den Effektor übermittelt werden.In such cases, a new activation code can be transmitted to the effector via a wireless communication system, such as a satellite-based communication system, GSM, UMTS, LTE, WIFI, WLAN or the like.

Ferner kann vorgesehen werden, dass ein durch einen Freischaltcode vorgegebener Zeitraum automatisch um eine vorgebebene Dauer verlängert wird, wenn der Effektor bis zum Ablauf des vorgegebenen Zeitraums keinen Rückgabecode erhalten hat. Der Rückgabecode kann z.B. über ein RFID Tag bei der Rückgabe des Effektors z.B. in einem militärischen Lager an den Effektor übermittelt werden. Es versteht sich, dass der Zeitraum z.B. nur bis zu einer bestimmten maximalen Dauer verlängert werden kann, um den Schutz durch die erfindungsgemäße Freigabesteuervorrichtung nicht zu umgehen.Furthermore, it can be provided that a period specified by an activation code is automatically extended by a specified period if the effector has not received a return code by the end of the specified period. The return code can, for example, be transmitted to the effector via an RFID tag when the effector is returned, for example in a military camp. It goes without saying that the period of time, for example, only lasts up to a certain maximum duration can be extended in order not to circumvent the protection provided by the release control device according to the invention.

Ferner kann der durch einen Freischaltcode vorgegebene Zeitraum automatisch verlängert werden, wenn der Effektor aktiv eingesetzt wird. Beispielsweise muss verhindert werden, dass ein Effektor abgeschaltet wird, wenn ein Soldat in ein Gefecht verwickelt wird und so den Einsatz nicht innerhalb der vorab geschätzten Zeit beenden kann.Furthermore, the period of time specified by an activation code can be automatically extended if the effector is actively used. For example, it must be prevented that an effector is switched off if a soldier is involved in a battle and cannot complete the mission within the pre-estimated time.

Die obigen Ausgestaltungen und Weiterbildungen lassen sich, sofern sinnvoll, beliebig miteinander kombinieren. Weitere mögliche Ausgestaltungen, Weiterbildungen und Implementierungen der Erfindung umfassen auch nicht explizit genannte Kombinationen von zuvor oder im Folgenden bezüglich der Ausführungsbeispiele beschriebenen Merkmale der Erfindung. Insbesondere wird dabei der Fachmann auch Einzelaspekte als Verbesserungen oder Ergänzungen zu der jeweiligen Grundform der vorliegenden Erfindung hinzufügen.The above configurations and developments can be combined with one another as desired, insofar as this makes sense. Further possible configurations, developments and implementations of the invention also include combinations of features of the invention described above or below with regard to the exemplary embodiments that are not explicitly mentioned. In particular, the person skilled in the art will also add individual aspects as improvements or additions to the respective basic form of the present invention.

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a flow chart of a further embodiment of a method according to the invention.

Die beiliegenden Figuren sollen ein weiteres Verständnis der Ausführungsformen der Erfindung vermitteln. Sie veranschaulichen Ausführungsformen und dienen im Zusammenhang mit der Beschreibung der Erklärung von Prinzipien und Konzepten der Erfindung. Andere Ausführungsformen und viele der genannten Vorteile ergeben sich im Hinblick auf die Zeichnungen. Die Elemente der Zeichnungen sind nicht notwendigerweise maßstabsgetreu zueinander gezeigt.The accompanying figures are intended to provide a further understanding of embodiments of the invention. They illustrate embodiments and, together with the description, serve to explain principles and concepts of the invention. Other embodiments and many of the foregoing advantages will become apparent by reference to the drawings. The elements of the drawings are not necessarily shown to scale with respect to one another.

In den Figuren der Zeichnung sind gleiche, funktionsgleiche und gleich wirkende Elemente, Merkmale und Komponenten - sofern nichts anderes ausgeführt ist - jeweils mit denselben Bezugszeichen inkrementiert um 100 versehen.In the figures of the drawing, the same elements, features and components that are functionally the same and have the same effect are provided with the same reference numbers incremented by 100 unless otherwise stated.

Fig. 1 zeigt ein Blockschaltbild einer nicht-erfindungsmässen Freigabesteuervorrichtung 100 für einen Effektor 101. Die Freigabesteuervorrichtung 100 ist dabei in dem Effektor 101 angeordnet. Es versteht sich, dass in weiteren Ausführungen zumindest Teile der Freigabesteuervorrichtung 100 auch außerhalb des Effektors 101 angeordnet sein können. Die Freigabesteuervorrichtung 100 weist eine steuerbare Sperreinrichtung 102 auf, die mit einer Steuereinrichtung 104 gekoppelt ist. Die Steuereinrichtung 104 ist ferner mit einer Eingabeschnittstelle 103 gekoppelt. 1 1 shows a block diagram of a release control device 100 for an effector 101. The release control device 100 is arranged in the effector 101. It goes without saying that in further embodiments at least parts of the release control device 100 can also be arranged outside of the effector 101 . The release control device 100 has a controllable blocking device 102 which is coupled to a control device 104 . The control device 104 is also coupled to an input interface 103 .

Die Sperreinrichtung 102 kann z.B. eine mechanische Sperreinrichtung sein, die mechanisch ein Auslösen des Effektors 101 verhindert, wenn der Effektor 101 gesperrt werden soll. Beispielsweise kann eine mechanische Sperreinrichtung 102 einen beweglichen Stift aufweisen, der einen Abzug des Effektors 101 blockiert. Es versteht sich, dass je nach Beschaffenheit des Effektors 101 andere mechanische Anordnungen als Sperreinrichtung 102 genutzt werden können.The blocking device 102 can be a mechanical blocking device, for example, which mechanically prevents the effector 101 from being triggered when the effector 101 is to be blocked. For example, a mechanical blocking device 102 can have a movable pin that blocks triggering of the effector 101 . It goes without saying that, depending on the nature of the effector 101 , other mechanical arrangements can be used as the blocking device 102 .

Die Sperreinrichtung 102 kann ferner als elektrische Sperreinrichtung 102 oder als Softwarefunktion ausgebildet sein. Löst eine Effektor 101 elektrisch aus, kann die Sperreinrichtung 102 zum Sperren des Effektors 101 z.B. eine Stromzufuhr zum Auslöseelement des Effektors 101 unterbrechen. Wird der Effektor 101 durch eine digitale Steuerung, z.B. einen Mikrocontroller oder dergleichen, gesteuert, kann die Sperreinrichtung 102 z.B. eine Funktion in einer Firmware der Steuerung sein, die bestimmte Funktionen des Effektors 101 freigibt oder blockiert.The blocking device 102 can also be embodied as an electrical blocking device 102 or as a software function. If an effector 101 is triggered electrically, the blocking device 102 for blocking the effector 101 can, for example, interrupt a power supply to the triggering element of the effector 101. If the effector 101 is controlled by a digital controller, e.g. a microcontroller or the like, the blocking device 102 can be a function in a firmware of the controller, for example, which enables or blocks specific functions of the effector 101.

Die Eingabeschnittstelle 103 der Freigabesteuervorrichtung 100 ist als RFID-Schnittstelle ausgebildet, die von einem RFID-Tag 106 einen Freigabecode 105 erhalten kann.The input interface 103 of the release control device 100 is in the form of an RFID interface which can receive a release code 105 from an RFID tag 106 .

Wird das RFID-Tag 106 in die Nähe der Eingabeschnittstelle 103 gebracht, erkennt diese das RFID-Tag 106 und liest den Freigabecode 105 aus dem RFID-Tag 106 aus.If the RFID tag 106 is brought close to the input interface 103 , this recognizes the RFID tag 106 and reads the release code 105 from the RFID tag 106 .

Die Eingabeschnittstelle 103 leitet den Freigabecode 105 an die Steuereinrichtung 104 weiter, welche in Abhängigkeit von dem Freigabecode 105 die Sperreinrichtung 102 derart ansteuert, dass der Effektor 101 für einen vorgegebenen Zeitraum für die Benutzung freigeschaltet wird. Der vorgegebene Zeitraum wird dabei durch den Freigabecode 105 bestimmt.The input interface 103 forwards the release code 105 to the control device 104, which, depending on the release code 105, controls the blocking device 102 in such a way that the effector 101 is released for use for a predetermined period of time. The specified period of time is determined by the release code 105.

Beispielsweise kann der Effektor 101 eine Lang- oder Kurzwaffe sein, die in der Materialausgabe eines militärischen Lagers in einem Einsatzgebiet an Soldaten ausgegeben wird. Durch unterschiedliche Freigabecodes 105 kann vor bzw. bei der Ausgabe des Effektors 101 festgelegt werden, wie lange der Effektor 101 aktiv bzw. benutzbar sein wird. So kann die Dauer der Freigabe des Effektors 101 an die geplante Einsatzdauer angepasst werden. Beispielsweise können in der Materialausgabe unterschiedliche RFID-Tags 106 vorgehalten werden, die unterschiedliche Freigabecodes 105 enthalten. Das Personal in der Materialausgabe kann so sehr einfach durch Einsatz des jeweiligen RFID-Tags 106 die Freigabe des jeweiligen Effektors 101 einstellen. Um eine fehlerhafte Freigabe zu vermeiden bzw. erkennen zu können, kann z.B. in der Materialausgabe für die Soldaten ein Lesegerät bereitgestellt werden, an welchem die Soldaten ablesen können, wie lange ihr Effektor 101 freigeschaltet ist.For example, the effector 101 can be a long or short weapon that is handed out to soldiers in the material issue area of a military camp in a theater of operations. Different release codes 105 can be used before or during the output of the effector 101 to specify how long the effector 101 will be active or usable. The duration of the release of the effector 101 can thus be adapted to the planned duration of use. For example, different RFID tags 106 containing different release codes 105 can be kept available in the material outlet. The personnel in the material issuing department can thus set the release of the respective effector 101 very easily by using the respective RFID tag 106 . In order to avoid or to be able to recognize an incorrect release, a reading device can be provided for the soldiers, for example in the material issue area, from which the soldiers can read how long their effector 101 has been activated.

Es versteht sich, dass Lang- oder Kurzwaffen lediglich beispielhafte Effektoren 101 sind. Als Effektor 101 im Rahmen dieser Erfindung kann aber jedes aktiv von Soldaten eingesetzte Mittel oder auch jedes teilautonom oder autonom agierende Mittel angesehen werden. Beispiele solcher Aktoren sind z.B. Fahrzeuge, Flugzeuge, Drohnen oder dergleichen.It goes without saying that long or short weapons are merely exemplary effectors 101 . However, any means actively used by soldiers or also any means acting partially autonomously or autonomously can be regarded as an effector 101 within the scope of this invention. Examples of such actuators are e.g. vehicles, airplanes, drones or the like.

Die Freigabesteuervorrichtung 100 wurde in Verbindung mit einer RFID-basierten Eingabeschnittstelle 103 dargestellt. Es versteht sich, dass aber jede andere Art von digitaler Schnittstelle ebenfalls möglich ist. Ferner kann anstelle des RFID-Tags 106 z.B. auch ein Smartphone oder Tablet-PC mit einer NFC bzw. RFID Schnittstelle genutzt werden. Bei einem Smartphone oder Tablet-PC kann z.B. eine Anwendung die Freigabecodes 105 berechnen bzw. ausgeben.The enabling control device 100 has been shown in connection with an RFID-based input interface 103 . It goes without saying that any other type of digital interface is also possible. Furthermore, instead of the RFID tag 106, a smartphone or tablet PC with an NFC or RFID interface can also be used, for example. With a smartphone or tablet PC, for example, an application can calculate or output the release code 105 .

Fig. 2 zeigt ein Blockschaltbild einer weiteren nicht-erfindungsmässen Freigabesteuervorrichtung 200. Die Freigabesteuervorrichtung 200 basiert auf der Freigabesteuervorrichtung 100 und weist ebenfalls eine steuerbare Sperreinrichtung 202 auf, die mit einer Steuereinrichtung 204 gekoppelt ist auf. Die Steuereinrichtung 204 ist ferner mit einer Eingabeschnittstelle 203 gekoppelt, die ebenfalls als RFID-basierte Eingabeschnittstelle 203 ausgebildet ist. Allerdings ist als Gegenstelle kein RFID-Tag sondern ein Tablet-PC 206 mit einer RFID bzw. NFC-Schnittstelle vorgesehen. 2 shows a block diagram of a further release control device 200 not according to the invention. The control device 204 is also coupled to an input interface 203 which is also in the form of an RFID-based input interface 203 . However, the remote station is not an RFID tag but a tablet PC 206 with an RFID or NFC interface.

Die Freigabesteuervorrichtung 200 weist ferner einen mit der Steuereinrichtung 204 gekoppelten Codespeicher 208 auf. In dem Codespeicher 208 speichert die Steuereinrichtung 204 alle bisher empfangenen Freigabecodes 205.The release control device 200 also has a code memory 208 coupled to the control device 204 . The control device 204 stores all previously received release codes 205 in the code memory 208.

Nach dem Empfang eines Freigabecodes 205 und vor der Freigabe des Effektors 201 überprüft die Steuereinrichtung 204 ob der soeben erhaltene Freigabecode 205 bereits in dem Codespeicher 208 gespeichert ist. Ist dies der Fall, bedeutet das, dass der Freigabecode 205 bereits verwendet wurde.After receiving a release code 205 and before the effector 201 is released, the control device 204 checks whether the release code 205 just received is already stored in the code memory 208 . If this is the case, it means that the unlock code 205 has already been used.

Die Steuereinrichtung 204 kann solche bereits verwendeten Freigabecodes 205 ablehnen und den Effektor 201 nicht freischalten. Alternativ kann fürjeden der Freigabecodes 205 eine Anzahl angeben werden, die festlegt, wie oft ein Freigabecode 205 verwendet werden darf.The control device 204 can reject such release codes 205 that have already been used and cannot release the effector 201 . Alternatively, a number can be specified for each of the release codes 205, which defines how often a release code 205 may be used.

Der Tablet-PC 206 stellt ein digitales Zertifikat 207 bereit, welches den Freigabecodes 205 aufweist. Der Tablet-PC 206 kann das digitale Zertifikat 207 z.B. im Rahmen einer Softwareinstallation erhalten, mit welcher eine Anwendung auf dem Tablet-PC installiert wird, die der Freigabesteuerung von Effektoren 201 dient. Es muss z.B. nicht fürjeden Freigabecode 205 ein eigenes digitales Zertifikat 207 bereitgestellt werden. Vielmehr kann z.B. ein Gerätezertifikat für den Tablet-PC 206 bereitgestellt werden, mit welchem sich der Tablet-PC 206 bei der Freigabesteuervorrichtung 200 authentisiert. Die einzelnen Freigabecodes 205 können dann unabhängig von dem digitalen Zertifikat 207, z.B. auch kryptographisch gesichert, übertragen werden.The tablet PC 206 provides a digital certificate 207 which has the release code 205 . The tablet PC 206 can receive the digital certificate 207, for example, as part of a software installation with which an application is installed on the tablet PC, which is used to control the release of effectors 201. A separate digital certificate 207 does not have to be provided for each release code 205, for example. Rather, for example, a device certificate for the tablet PC 206 be provided, with which the tablet PC 206 authenticates itself to the release control device 200 . The individual release codes 205 can then be transmitted independently of the digital certificate 207, for example also secured cryptographically.

Da Tablet-PCs 206 üblicherweise über Funkschnittstellen wie z.B. WLAN und Bluetooth verfügen, kann die Übertragung der Freigabecodes 205 an die Effektoren 201 auch über WLAN oder Bluetooth erfolgen. So können mehrere Effektoren 201 gleichzeitig erreicht werden, ohne diese nahe an den Tablet-PC 206 halten zu müssen, wie bei RFID oder NFC nötig.Since tablet PCs 206 usually have wireless interfaces such as WLAN and Bluetooth, the release codes 205 can also be transmitted to the effectors 201 via WLAN or Bluetooth. In this way, several effectors 201 can be reached simultaneously without having to hold them close to the tablet PC 206, as is necessary with RFID or NFC.

Selbstverständlich kann die Kommunikation zwischen den Effektoren 201 und dem Tablet-PC 206 auch bidirektional sein. So können sich die Effektoren 201 z.B. bei dem Tablet-PC 206 registrieren. Der Tablet-PC 206 weiß folglich, welche Effektoren 201 sich in seiner Reichweite befinden. Der Tablet-PC 206 kann einem Benutzer dann z.B. eine listenbasierte Auswahl der freizuschaltenden Effektoren 201 ermöglichen. So kann ein Benutzer z.B. eine ganze Gruppe von Effektoren 201 gleichzeitig freischalten. Selbstverständlich können solche Gruppen vorab gespeichert werden oder dem Tablet-PC 206 aus der Einsatzplanung übermittelt werden. So kann z.B. sichergestellt werden, dass lediglich die in der Einsatzplanung eingeplante Menge an Effektoren 201 freigeschaltet wird.Of course, the communication between the effectors 201 and the tablet PC 206 can also be bidirectional. For example, the effectors 201 can register with the tablet PC 206. The tablet PC 206 consequently knows which effectors 201 are within its range. The tablet PC 206 can then enable a user, for example, to select the effectors 201 to be enabled from a list-based basis. For example, a user can unlock a whole group of Effectors 201 at the same time. Of course, such groups can be saved in advance or can be transmitted to the tablet PC 206 from the operational planning. In this way it can be ensured, for example, that only the number of effectors 201 planned in the operational planning is activated.

Selbstverständlich kann auch eine Notfreischaltung vorgesehen werden. Wird z.B. ein militärisches Lager angegriffen, kann in der Materialausgabe ein Notfallcode an die einzelnen Effektoren 201 übermittelt werden, der diese z.B. sofort für 24 Stunden. 48 Stunden oder dergleichen freischaltet.Of course, an emergency release can also be provided. If, for example, a military camp is attacked, an emergency code can be transmitted to the individual effectors 201 in the material output, which, for example, immediately blocks them for 24 hours. 48 hours or so unlocked.

Fig. 3 zeigt ein Blockschaltbild einer erfindungsgemässen Freigabesteuervorrichtung 300. Die Freigabesteuervorrichtung 300 basiert auf der Freigabesteuervorrichtung 100 und weist ebenfalls eine steuerbare Sperreinrichtung 302 auf, die mit einer Steuereinrichtung 304 gekoppelt ist. Die Steuereinrichtung 304 ist ferner mit einer Eingabeschnittstelle 303 gekoppelt. Die Eingabeschnittstelle 303 ist allerdings keine drahtlose Schnittstelle sondern ein drahtgebundene Schnittstelle. Die Freigabecodes 305 werden der Freigabesteuervorrichtung 300 von einer lokalen Freigabeeinrichtung 309 bereitgestellt. 3 shows a block diagram of a release control device 300 according to the invention. The release control device 300 is based on the release control device 100 and also has a controllable locking device 302 which is coupled to a control device 304. The control device 304 is also coupled to an input interface 303 . However, the input interface 303 is not a wireless interface but a wired interface. The release codes 305 are provided to the release control device 300 by a local release device 309 .

Üblicherweise werden Effektoren 301 in Schränken oder Regalen gelagert, in welchen sie aneinandergereiht nebeneinander sitzen. In den Halterungen der Effektoren 301 können folglich Leitungen und Kontakte vorgesehen werden, über welche die lokale Freigabeeinrichtung 309 die Effektoren 301 kontaktieren kann. Dabei kann die lokale Freigabeeinrichtung 309 über Datenleitungen mit jedem einzelnen Aufbewahrungsplatz für einen der Effektoren 301 verbunden sein. Die lokale Freigabeeinrichtung 309 kann folglich mit allen verwahrten Effektoren 301 kommunizieren und diese freischalten. Beispielsweis können an den einzelnen Aufbewahrungsplätzen auch Anzeigeeinrichtungen vorgesehen sein, über welche einem Benutzer der Status des jeweiligen Effektors 301 angezeigt werden kann.Effectors 301 are usually stored in cupboards or shelves in which they are lined up next to each other. Consequently, lines and contacts can be provided in the holders of the effectors 301, via which the local release device 309 can contact the effectors 301. The local release device 309 can be connected to each individual storage space for one of the effectors 301 via data lines. The local release device 309 can consequently communicate with all of the effectors 301 that are kept and release them. For example, display devices can also be provided at the individual storage locations, via which the status of the respective effector 301 can be displayed to a user.

So kann ein Benutzer in einer Materialausgabe z.B. die Freischaltung von mehreren Effektoren 301 veranlassen und sieht z.B. anhand eines grünen Lichts, welche Effektoren freigeschaltet wurden, so dass er diese gezielt auswählen bzw. ausgeben kann.In this way, a user can, for example, initiate the activation of several effectors 301 in a material output and can see which effectors have been activated by means of a green light, for example, so that he can specifically select or output them.

Die lokale Freigabeeinrichtung 309 weist ferner eine Datenleitung 312 auf, über welche die lokale Freigabeeinrichtung 309 mit einem Server (nicht separat dargestellt) gekoppelt werden kann. Der Server kann der lokalen Freigabeeinrichtung 309 z.B. die Freigabecodes 305 übermitteln. So kann aus der Ferne der Zugriff auf die Effektoren 301 gesteuert werden.The local release device 309 also has a data line 312, via which the local release device 309 can be coupled to a server (not shown separately). The server can use the local release facility 309 transmit the release code 305, for example. In this way, access to the effectors 301 can be controlled remotely.

Die Freigabesteuervorrichtung 300 weist ferner eine Positionsbestimmungseinrichtung 310 auf, die die Position des Effektors 301 bestimmen kann. Ferner kann in den Freigabecodes 305 vorgegeben sein, in welcher geografischen Region der Effektor 301 freigeschaltet werden soll. Es kann folglich verhindert werden, dass die Effektoren 301 in anderen als den vorgesehenen Einsatzgebieten genutzt werden.The release control device 300 also has a position determination device 310 which can determine the position of the effector 301 . Furthermore, the release code 305 can specify in which geographic region the effector 301 is to be released. It can consequently be prevented that the effectors 301 are used in areas of application other than those intended.

Schließlich weist die Freigabesteuervorrichtung 300 eine Kommunikationseinrichtung 311 auf, über welche die Steuereinrichtung 304 Freigabecodes 305 auch dann empfangen kann, wenn der Effektor 301 sich im Einsatz befindet. Beispielsweise kann ein Soldat durch unvorhergesehene Ereignisse aufgehalten werden und sein Einsatz deshalb die vorgesehene Dauer überschreiten. Selbstverständlich soll sich der Effektor 301 in einem solchen Fall nicht abschalten. Über die Kommunikationseinrichtung 311 kann die Freigabe des Effektors 301 leicht verlängert werden.Finally, the release control device 300 has a communication device 311, via which the control device 304 can also receive release codes 305 when the effector 301 is in use. For example, a soldier can be held up by unforeseen events and his deployment can therefore exceed the intended duration. Of course, the effector 301 should not switch off in such a case. The release of the effector 301 can easily be extended via the communication device 311 .

Es versteht sich, dass die Merkmale der oben gezeigten Freigabesteuervorrichtungen 100, 200, 300 beliebig miteinander kombiniert werden können.It goes without saying that the features of the release control devices 100, 200, 300 shown above can be combined with one another as desired.

In der Beschreibung der verfahrensbezogenen Figuren 4 und 5 werden zum besseren Verständnis die Bezugszeichen der vorrichtungsbasierten Figuren beibehalten.In the description of the procedural figures 4 and 5 the reference numbers of the device-based figures are retained for better understanding.

Fig. 4 zeigt ein Ablaufdiagramm eines Verfahrens zur Freigabesteuerung für einen Effektor 101, 201, 301. 4 shows a flowchart of a method for release control for an effector 101, 201, 301.

Das Verfahren sieht das Erfassen S1 eines Freigabecodes 105, 205, 305 für den Effektor 101, 201, 301 vor. Anschließend wird der Effektor 101, 201, 301 für eine Benutzung für einen vorgegebenen Zeitraum in Abhängigkeit des Freigabecodes 105, 205, 305 freigegeben S2. Der vorgegebene Zeitraum bestimmt sich dabei durch den Inhalt des Freigabecodes 105, 205, 305. Es kann also durch Anpassung der Freigabecodes 105, 205, 305 die Zeitdauer der Freigabe bzw. Freischaltung eingestellt werden.The method provides for the detection S1 of a release code 105, 205, 305 for the effector 101, 201, 301. The effector 101, 201, 301 is then ready for use released for a predetermined period depending on the release code 105, 205, 305 S2. The predetermined period of time is determined by the content of the release code 105, 205, 305. It is therefore possible by adapting the release codes 105, 205, 305 to set the duration of the release or activation.

Die Freigabecodes 105, 205, 305 können z.B. als digitale Codes bereitgestellt werden. Insbesondere können die Freigabecodes 105, 205, 305 z.B. auch ein digitales Zertifikat 207, 307 aufweisen, welches den vorgegebene Zeitraum und eine Kennung einer Quelle des Freigabecodes 105, 205, 305 aufweist.The release codes 105, 205, 305 can be provided as digital codes, for example. In particular, the release codes 105, 205, 305 can also have a digital certificate 207, 307, for example, which has the specified period of time and an identifier of a source of the release code 105, 205, 305.

Beim Freigeben S2 des Effektors 101, 201, 301 wird dann das digitale Zertifikat 207, 307 geprüft und der jeweiligen Freigabecode 105, 205, 305 nur zur Freigabe der Benutzung des Effektors 101, 201, 301 zugelassen, wenn das digitale Zertifikat 207, 307 erfolgreich geprüft wurde.When the effector 101, 201, 301 is released S2, the digital certificate 207, 307 is then checked and the respective release code 105, 205, 305 is only permitted to release the use of the effector 101, 201, 301 if the digital certificate 207, 307 is successful was checked.

Die Freigabecodes 105, 205, 305 können dabei auf beliebige Art an den Effektor 101, 201, 301 übertragen werden. Beispielsweise können die Freigabecodes 105, 205, 305 auf einem drahtlos kontaktierbaren Datenträger, z.B. einem RFID-Tag 106, gespeichert werden. Alternativ können die Freigabecodes 105, 205, 305 drahtgebunden an den Effektor 101, 201, 301 übertragen werden.The release codes 105, 205, 305 can be transmitted to the effector 101, 201, 301 in any way. For example, the release codes 105, 205, 305 can be stored on a wirelessly contactable data carrier, e.g. an RFID tag 106. Alternatively, the release codes 105, 205, 305 can be transmitted to the effector 101, 201, 301 by wire.

Fig. 5 zeigt ein Ablaufdiagramm eines weiteren erfindungsgemäßen Verfahrens, welches auf dem Verfahren der Fig. 4 basiert. figure 5 shows a flow chart of another method according to the invention, which is based on the method of 4 based.

Bei dem Verfahren der Fig. 5 können die Freigabecodes 105, 205, 305 zusätzlich über ein drahtloses Kommunikationssystem empfangen werden S5. Dies ermöglicht es den Effektoren 101, 201, 301 die Freigabecodes 105, 205, 305 auch im Feld zu übermitteln.In the process of figure 5 the release codes 105, 205, 305 can also be received via a wireless communication system S5. this makes possible to transmit the release codes 105, 205, 305 to the effectors 101, 201, 301 in the field as well.

Ferner werden bereits erfasste Freigabecodes 105, 205, 305 gespeichert S3. Beim Freigeben S2 des Effektors 101, 201, 301 werden dann bereits erfasste Freigabecodes 105, 205, 305 z.B. nicht für eine erneute Freigabe des Effektors 101, 201, 301 zugelassen.In addition, release codes 105, 205, 305 that have already been recorded are stored S3. When the effector 101, 201, 301 is released S2, release codes 105, 205, 305 that have already been recorded are then not permitted, for example, for a renewed release of the effector 101, 201, 301.

Schließlich wird eine Position des Effektors 101, 201, 301 bestimmt S4, wobei die Freigabecodes 105, 205, 305 eine Nutzungsregion angeben. Beim Freigeben S2 des Effektors 101, 201, 301 wird der Effektor 101, 201, 301 dann nur für die Benutzung innerhalb der angegebenen Nutzungsregion freigeschaltet wird.Finally, a position of the effector 101, 201, 301 is determined S4, with the release codes 105, 205, 305 indicating a region of use. When the effector 101, 201, 301 is enabled S2, the effector 101, 201, 301 is then only enabled for use within the specified usage region.

BezugszeichenlisteReference List

100, 200, 300100, 200, 300
Freigabesteuervorrichtungrelease control device
101, 201, 301101, 201, 301
Effektoreffector
102, 202, 302102, 202, 302
Sperreinrichtunglocking device
103, 203, 303103, 203, 303
Eingabeschnittstelleinput interface
104, 204, 304104, 204, 304
Steuereinrichtungcontrol device
105, 205, 305105, 205, 305
Freigabecoderelease code
106106
RFID-TagRFID tag
206206
Tablet-PCtablet PC
207, 307207, 307
digitales Zertifikatdigital certificate
208208
Codespeichercode storage
309309
lokale Freigabeeinrichtunglocal release facility
310310
Positionsbestimmungseinrichtungpositioning device
311311
Kommunikationseinrichtungcommunication facility
312312
Datenleitungdata line

Claims (11)

  1. Release control device (100, 200, 300) for an effector (101, 201, 301), comprising
    a controllable locking device (102, 202, 302) configured to lock or release the effector (101, 201, 301) for use in a controllable manner;
    an electrical input interface (103, 203, 303) configured for wired connection to a release server so as to receive a release code (105, 205, 305) transmitted as a digital code by the release server; and
    a control device (104, 204, 304) configured to actuate the locking device (102, 202, 302) as a function of the received release code (105, 205, 305) so as to release the effector (101, 201, 301) for use for a preset time period, the preset time period being determined by the content of the release code (105, 205, 305), and the receipt of the release code (105, 205, 305) from the release server triggering release of the effector (101, 201, 301).
  2. Release control device (100, 200, 300) according to claim 1, wherein the release codes (105, 205, 305) each have a digital certificate (207, 307) including the preset time period and an identifier of a source of the release code (105, 205, 305), the control device (104, 204, 304) being configured to verify the digital certificate (207, 307) and to allow the associated release code (105, 205, 305) to release the use of the effector (101, 201, 301) only if the digital certificate (207, 307) has been successfully verified.
  3. Release control device (100, 200, 300) according to any of the preceding claims, having a code memory (208) configured to store previously acquired release codes (105, 205, 305), the control device (104, 204, 304) being configured not to allow previously acquired release codes (105, 205, 305) for a repeat release of the effector (101, 201, 301).
  4. Release control device (100, 200, 300) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the release codes (105, 205, 305) are configured as time-based single-use codes, the control device (104, 204, 204) being configured to verify the time-based single-use codes and to release the effector (101, 201, 301) for use as a function of the associated verification result.
  5. Release control device (100, 200, 300) according to any of the preceding claims, comprising a position determination device (310), the release codes (105, 205, 305) specifying a region of use, and the control device (104, 204, 304) being configured to release the effector (101, 201, 301) for use only within the specified region of use.
  6. Release control device (100, 200, 300) according to any of the preceding claims, comprising a communication device (311) configured to receive the release codes (105, 205, 305) via a wireless communication system and to provide them to the control device (104, 204, 304).
  7. Method for controlling the release of an effector (101, 201, 301), comprising the steps of:
    receiving (S1) a release code (105, 205, 305) for the effector (101, 201, 301), transmitted as a digital code by a release server, by means of an electrical input interface (103, 203, 303), connected by wire to the release server, of a release control device (100, 200, 300);
    releasing (S2) the effector (101, 201, 301) for use for a preset time period as a function of the release code (105, 205, 305), by means of a controllable locking device (102, 202, 302), actuated by a control device (104, 204, 304), of the release control device (100, 200, 300), the preset time period being determined by the content of the release code (105, 205, 305), and the receipt of the release code (105, 205, 305) triggering release of the effector (101, 201, 301).
  8. Method according to claim 7, wherein the release codes (105, 205, 305) each have a digital certificate (207, 307) including the preset time period and an identifier of a source of the release code (105, 205, 305), the digital certificate (207, 307) being verified when it comes to releasing the effector (101, 201, 301), and the associated release code (105, 205, 305) being allowed to release the use of the effector (101, 201, 301) only if the digital certificate (207, 307) has been successfully verified.
  9. Method according to either of preceding claims 7 or 8, wherein previously acquired release codes (105, 205, 305) are stored (S3) and wherein, when it comes to releasing the effector (101, 201, 301), previously acquired release codes (105, 205, 305) are not allowed for a repeat release of the effector (101, 201, 301).
  10. Method according to any of preceding claims 7 to 9, wherein the release codes (105, 205, 305) are configured as time-based single-use codes, the time-based single-use codes being verified when it comes to releasing the effector (101, 201, 301), and the effector (101, 201, 301) being released for use as a function of the associated verification result.
  11. Method according to any of claims 7 to 10, including determining (S4) a position of the effector (101, 201, 301), the release codes (105, 205, 305) specifying a region of use and, when it comes to releasing the effector (101, 201, 301), the effector (101, 201, 301) being released for use only within the specified region of use;
    and/or
    including receiving (S5) the release codes (105, 205, 305) via a wireless communication system.
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