Iris on the Move®
Product Guide
Iris Recognition at a
Distance and on the Move
SRI Sarnoff’s Iris on the Move® (IOM) technology has
revolutionized the field of biometrics by combining
the security of iris recognition with a fast, convenient,
high-throughput solution. IOM systems capture an
iris image at a distance while the subject is in motion.
The systems are eye-safe with multiple configurations,
each requiring little user interaction.
IOM chosen “Best New Product”
and “Best in Biometrics and
Identity Solutions” for SIA’s New
Product Showcase Awards at
ISC West 2010
IOM PassPort™
IOM N-Glance™
IOM RapID-Cam II
The IOM PassPort™ is a
The IOM N-Glance™ is an easy-
The IOM RapID-Cam II is a
convenient, high-throughput
to-use, modular iris recognition
ruggedized, handheld device
iris-recognition system that
system for access control. The
that enables simple biometric
delivers uncompromising identity
system’s distributed architecture
enrollment and identification
verification without delay. Ideal
allows users to network any
anywhere in the field. The system
for high-traffic applications such
number of iris readers throughout
can capture dual-iris and facial
as airports and border crossings,
a facility or campus. It’s compact
images up to 18 inches away—
this walk-through portal has a
design enables accurate, effortless,
putting a comfortable distance
processing speed of 30 people per
standoff identification at any
between the operator and subject.
minute. Users simply walk through
point of entrance where secure
at a comfortable pace.
access required.
This portable form factor expands
The PassPort comes in an indoor or
Also available in an indoor or
applications—from pre-registering
outdoor configuration. In addition
outdoor configuration, the system
individuals as they wait in line at
to identity verification, both
is ideal for use in a variety of
an entertainment venue or military
systems perform onboard subject
applications including college
checkpoint to identifying subjects
enrollment. It is an effective
and corporate campuses, critical
while on patrol. The RapID-Cam II
solution for applications that
infrastructures, correctional
delivers an advanced level of
require rapid identity verification
facilities, and data centers.
security and convenience at less
of a large number of people.
the possibilities of security
than half the cost of similar
portable units.
Applications
Critical Infrastructures
Airports
Nowhere is the benefit of reliable
Heightened security threats and
biometric identification more
increased numbers of travelers
valuable than in highly sensitive
are creating a pressing need for
locations—nuclear power
new and foolproof methods of
plants, refineries, large military
identity verification. For high-traffic
installations, and government
transportation facilities—airports,
facilities. Ensuring that only
train stations—a high-throughput
authorized personnel gain access
solution for controlling access and
to these critical locations is of the
authenticating identity is essential
utmost importance.
to balancing maximum security
SRI Sarnoff’s award-winning
iris recognition technology is
available in multiple product
configurations—providing users
with unprecedented flexibility.
The IOM products are secure
with minimal delays.
and reliable systems for identify
The known reliability of iris
verification. Touchless designs
recognition combined with
require minimum user interaction
SRI Sarnoff’s rapid iris capture
for simple and fast entry.
expedites safe and secure travel.
Employees and trusted vendors
The convenience of high-speed,
can move in and out easily,
non-invasive identification brings
allowing business to continue at
value to electronic passports,
the speed of life.
trusted traveler programs, or
national IDs.
Fast, convenient, secure
biometric products for
high-throughput identity
verification
Seaports
Military Checkpoints
Time and Attendance
Seaports and marine terminals
Whether you are waiting to pay
Many facilities require personnel
are home to high consequence
a toll or purchasing tickets to a
to present proper identification
facilities such as oil and gas
movie, limited access points create
for entry, but standard processes
storage, chemical, intermodal, and
backups. In secure areas like
can create inconvenient lines
port operations. This environment
military bases, where restricted
that waste time and frustrate
requires accurate, reliable access
access is necessary, crowds present
employees. To enable flexibility
control and identity verification
a very dangerous predicament.
and accurate employee time
that can accommodate indoor and
logging, identification systems
outdoor applications.
Gatherings allow enemies to use
IOM products provide users
strike targets when they are most
an efficient, high-throughput,
vulnerable. The ability to screen
The IOM product suite consists
non-invasive method of
entrants quickly and accurately
of simple and secure iris
controlling access to any area.
could be the difference between
recognition systems that
These iris recognition systems
life and death. IOM products allow
guarantee time management is
provide an additional layer of
users to verify identification in
monitored properly and handled
identity verification for protection
seconds, providing rapid feedback
for all employees.
of critical assets and infrastructure
to discover potential threats.
using the most reliable biometric
available today.
distraction and misdirection to
must be precise, fast, and easy
to use.
Rigorous Performance Testing
SRI Sarnoff tested its IOM PassPort system in a one-year
long installation in its lobby, during which employees
were identified as they entered the facility. Analysis of
the test data collected during the final two-month phase
Comparison of False
Acceptance Rates (FAR)*
in Biometric Recognition
Ideal FAR is zero.
of testing shows high performance.
Iris
1%
Results
Successful ID
Failure to acquire
False accepts
Single Transit
3-Pass Transaction
98%
99.9%
<0.4%
0%
0%
0%
Testing Details
Iris acquisition time
Number of transits analyzed
Test duration
Up time
3-Pass Transaction
Hand
2%
5%
Face
8%
Fingerprint
0.5 sec
> 13,000
2 months
100%
*False Acceptance means a user
is accepted who should not be.
Source: U.S. Government Accountability Office
IOM products are the only
biometric identification
systems that perform at
the speed of life
Safety
SRI Sarnoff’s Iris on the Move technology is safe, reliable and compliant
with the international standard of safety for lamp systems. Even in the
case of equipment failure, our product will not emit unsafe levels of light.
•• Near infrared illumination from the
•• The IOM PassPort configuration
IOM PassPort system is eye-safe,
has gone through rigorous testing
with levels of radiance and irradiance
against IEC 62471, Photo-Biological
that are significantly lower than the
Lamp Safety Standards performed
defined limits established by the IEC,
by an independent testing agency,
even at the closest possible distance.
Laser Products Safety LLC (LPS).
Report available.
Frequently Asked Questions
•• Can the near infrared illumination from the IOM PassPort
system damage my eyes?
The level used in the PassPort System
is well below that prescribed by safety
standards. In particular, for typical
exposure levels experienced in walking
through the portal, the levels are many
times lower than the threshold level
values of damaging radiance and
irradiance in the ACGIH handbook.
For long-term exposure that might
apply to a PassPort attendant,
the levels are still significantly
lower than the damage thresholds.1
•• What medical studies support
the standards to which the IOM
PassPort system complies?
Among the important studies that
contribute to the current safety standards
for near infrared radiation exposure are
research articles written by David Sliney,
Ph. D., a nationally recognized expert on
the safety of lasers and lamps. Dr. Sliney
has examined the PassPort system and
has concluded that the system “does
not pose a potential hazard to the eye
under realistic viewing conditions.”
•• How does the dose of near
infrared illumination of the
IOM PassPort system compare
to that received outdoors on
a sunny day over the same
wavelength band?
On a cloudless, sunny day, the
continuous irradiance of direct sunlight
in the 800 to 900nm band is measured
to be approximately 10mW/cm2 using
a NIST traceable irradiance meter
with appropriate near infrared filter in
agreement with accepted values.2 By
comparison, the infrared illumination in
this band from the PassPort system is,
on average, about 20% as bright.
• How has the IOM PassPort
system been tested for safety?
1
As measured by certified, independent testing agency, Laser Product Safety. Report available.
2
See for example, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Solar_Spectrum.png
The IOM team has made extensive
measurements of the optical power
distribution, or irradiance, due to the
illuminators in the PassPort system.
These measurements have been
compared to the safety standards under
conservative assumptions, for example,
with a subject’s eye pressed up against
the illuminator.
•• How can we trust the SRI Sarnoff
measurements?
In addition to subjecting the PassPort
system to internal scrutiny, the system
was tested by Laser Products Safety
LLC, an independent testing agency,
using calibrated test equipment and the
following IEC 62741 photo-biological
lamp system safety standards. Results
are available for review and show that
the PassPort system meets all standards
by large safety margins. In addition,
measurements have been independently
verified by Dr. David Sliney, a health
physicist known around the world as
an expert in the safety of laser and light
systems. LPS’s and Dr. Sliney’s reports
are available for review.
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