Sensor derived authentication for establishing peer-to-peer networks

摘要

Methods, systems and devices for generating an authentication key are provided. Two or more communications devices can generate an authentication key by monitoring a physical stimulus that is experienced by both devices (e.g., a common physical stimulus). Each device can then use an identical, predetermined algorithm to generate a common authentication key based on the stimulus. The devices can use the common authentication key to establish a secure network.

主权项

1. A method for forming a secure network between a portable electronic device and a partner electronic device, the method comprising:
at the portable electronic device:
providing an electrical signal to an exciter included in the portable electronic device, wherein the exciter includes: a first mechanism for providing a first type of physical stimulus, and a second mechanism for providing a second type of physical stimulus, wherein the first mechanism and the second mechanism do not provide the same type of physical stimuli;producing, by way of the exciter, physical stimuli that are based on the electrical signal;generating an authentication key that corresponds to the physical stimuli; andusing the authentication key to form a secure network between the portable electronic device and the partner electronic device.