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HAND GEOMETRY SCANNER [1 record]

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Record 1 2006-02-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Security Devices
  • Biometrics
CONT

The hand geometry scanner looks for unique features in the structure of the hand. These unique features include the finger thickness, length, and width, the distances between finger joints, the hand's overall bone structure, etc.

Key term(s)
  • hand-geometry scanner
  • hand-geometry recognition system

French

Domaine(s)
  • Dispositifs de sécurité
  • Biométrie
CONT

L'utilisation d'un lecteur de configuration de la main garantit l'accès uniquement à celui qui en détient le droit. Grâce à cela, vous seul pouvez accéder sous votre identité.

Spanish

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