The FF-OCT fingerprint scanner is a high-tech device, developed by a group of scientists and researchers from the Paris-based Langevin Institute, that is capable of doing what other fingerprint scanners cannot do by looking well beneath the surface of the skin.
Most regular and run-of-the-mill fingerprint scanners work by shining a light through a glass and onto the pad of the finger when it's pressed against the scanner's glass surface, before taking the light that's reflected back to create an image of the print.
Ultimately, it is hoped that the FF-OCT fingerprint scanner could be developed into a more finished product that could be made available on the market for less than $10,000. This means that it could be used in a variety of settings where security is a concern.
Deep Fingerprint Scanners
This Fingerprint Scanner Peers Beneath the Skin's Surface
Trend Themes
1. Deep Fingerprint Scanning - The development of the FF-OCT scanner has opened up opportunities for deeper fingerprint scanning, facilitating greater accuracy and security measures.
2. Advanced Biometric Technology - The use of ultrasonic and OCT technology provides more accurate personal identification and could disrupt the biometric industry.
3. Affordable High-tech Security - The potential for a finished product available for under $10,000 could change the market for high-tech security devices and create new opportunities for affordable security solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Security - The FF-OCT scanner's advanced imaging technology could revolutionize security measures in a variety of sectors, from healthcare to finance.
2. Biometrics - The advanced technology behind the FF-OCT scanner could disrupt and improve the biometric industry for personal identification and security.
3. Healthcare - The high-tech capabilities of this scanner could potentially streamline security measures and make important medical information even more secure.