By Sowmya B N
Introduction History Components Working Security Applications Advantages Disadvantages Conclusion Reference
Is a finger ring that contains a small
microprocessor with built in capabilities for the user. Is a sort of a smartcard that is wearable on a finger. Is a stainless-steel ring,16-millimeters (0.6 inches) in diameter.
It contains an inexpensive microprocessor in a
stainless steel iButton running a JVM and it is preloaded with applet.
The java Ring is an extremely secure Java-Powered
electronic token.
Java Ring could have a number of real-world
application
The Java Ring
Contains a tiny Java Virtual Machine Implements the Java Card 2.0 API Stores information in NVRAM ,ROM Runs applets Includes microprocessor, memory, clock and
battery
The java ring, which is powered by Java card was
introduced at Sun Microsystems's JavaOne Conference, in March 1998. It was developed by Dallas Semiconductor. Workstations at the conference had "ring readers" installed on them that downloaded information about the user from the conference registration system. This information was then used to enable a number of personalized services.
Java ring has been tested at Celebration School,
an innovative K-12 school, just outside Orlando, FL. The rings are given to students and have been programmed to; store electronic cash to pay for lunches automatically unlock doors take attendance store medical information allow students to check out books. Students simply press the signet of their Java Ring, and it performs the desired function.
The rings given to students are programmed
with Java applets that communicate with host applications on networked systems
The Java Ring is snapped into a reader,
called a Blue Dot receptor, to allow communication between a host system and the Java Ring.
Java Virtual Machine (JVM) RAM ROM real-time clock iButton Blue dot reciptor
The java virtual machine is the piece of software that recognizes the java language and translates the byte code .
Java ring contains 134kb of non-volatile random
access memory .
This non-volatile random access memory offers
high read/write speed.
It also provides rapid zeroization.
The java ring contains 32kb of ROM . Special kind of operating system called e-
commerce operating system is stored in the ROM.
Real time clock gives the exact time of the day and
it can run up to 10 years continuously .
It is driven by a constant 32KHz crystal oscillator. In addition ,the frequency of the processor clock
is not constant ;ranges from 10-20MHz.
This aspect prohibits hackers in obtaining the
information from the iButton.
The jewel of the java ring is the iButton. iButton is a computer chip enclosed in a thick
stainless steel can.
It is originally called touch memory devices they
were later renamed as iButtons.
Java ring uses 1-wire protocol for communication
with the host and the iButton.
The iButton is a mechanical packaging
standard that places a 1-Wire component inside a small stainless steel "button" similar to a disk-shaped battery. Each iButton has a unique and unalterable address laser etched onto its chip inside the can. The address can be used as a key or identifier for each iButton.
Mainly three types of iButton are in use:
1. Thermochrone iButton 2. Crypto iButton 3. Memory iButton
This includes a
thermometer, a clock and a memory.
It tracks time and
temperature in different environment.
Memories around 64K can be stored either
in typed text or digitized photos.
It has ability to operate as mobile databases.
The Blue Dot Receptors are iButton
reader/probes that provide a convenient pipeline into the PC for iButton-to-PC communication.
The receptor's cable connects to a USB, serial,
or parallel-port 1-Wire adapter, whichever type of port you wish to use.
The receptor itself easily affixes to any
accessible spot on the front of the PC.
Key features:
It has a coiled cable for
connecting iButtons to 1-Wire networks . Adhesive pad for mounting on objects. Supports for up to two iButtons at once. Can be used with any Dallas Semiconductor port adapter.
Java Ring is programmed with the applets and
the programming is done according to our application
Whenever the user pushes his ring on a ring
reader(Blue Dot Receptor), the corresponding application will take place.
Information is transferred between your iButton
and a PC with a momentary contact at up to 142kbps. You simply touch your iButton to a Blue Dot receptor or other iButton probe, which is connected to a PC. The Blue Dot receptor is cabled to a 1-Wire adapter that is attached to a spare PC port. 1Wire adapters exist for USB, serial, and parallel ports.
The barrier substrate and the triple-layer metal
construction techniques employed in the silicon fabrication effectively deny unauthorized access to the data stored in the NVRAM. If any attempt is made to penetrate these barriers, the NVRAM data is immediately erased.
Java rings are authorized through Personal
Identification Numbers (PINs) so that no one can steal a person's ring and use that ring.
The java ring can be used to hold secret codes, credit cards numbers, driver license, other wallet contents, and even some electronic cash. Its greatest promise appears to lie in its capacity to interact with Internet applications to support strong remote authentication and remotely authorized financial transactions.
For opening the door E-bank application Logging in your PC Providing security in your car.
The Java Rings are very easy and convenient
for users.
It can function between -40C to+70C and in
much harsher environment.
It has higher durability.
Provides authentication to users which is crucial
for many applications.
Easier for administrator to maintain the security
infrastructure.
Provides real memory, more power, and a
capacity for dynamic programming
The cost of implementing the system is
high.
It needs a high level tools and method in
order to program application efficiently,reliabily,securily.
iButton has a limited processor capacity and
memory ,which means an individual might need to carry more than one Java Ring.
Although Java Rings aren't widely used yet, such rings or similar devices could have a number of real-world applications, such as starting your car and having all your vehicle's components (such as the seat, mirrors, and radio selections) automatically adjust to your preferences. The key issue about a wearable computer (java ring) is not whether it is a ring or another form factor: the deciding point is that you will always have it with you.
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