Biometrics & Fingerprint Analysis

Description

We are a part of the world where security is a major concern. To avoid the risk of being robbed of our valuables be it money, jewelry, and other important things, password, PIN, etc were developed where we can assure ourselves to some kind of safety. Of late, passwords, PIN, etc are also being hacked by hackers, creating a cause of concern for all.

The search is on for new technologies that are unique, acceptable, easily collectible, and persistent. It has been observed by many pioneers in the field that all individuals are born with certain features that are unique and differentiate one from another. Biometrics is the measurement of our life features. In other words, we can state it is a combination of science and technology which makes use of our biological features to establish our identity. The traits that are most common and sought after are fingerprints, retina and iris patterns, and facial characteristics.

This book is divided into three parts-Biometrics, Fingerprints, Automation. The first part-Biometrics deals with all the possible and emerging fields that can be used for verification and to secure identification. Various physical features and behavioral characteristics of an individual are considered and studied to establish identity.

The second part Fingerprints deals in detail with the history and development stage of Fingerprints to the present classification stage of the Fingerprints. Fingerprints were observed as means of identifications many centuries ago and research was done to establish it as a science.

The third part-Automation deals with the computerization of Fingerprints. The need for computerization arose with the increase in the crime rate, which in turn led to storage problems. Computerizing fingerprint slips solved two major problems such as storage and delivering quick and accurate results.

This book is useful for students, researchers, and Forensic faculty. It quenches the thirst of people interested in knowing about various Biometric options. The intent of this publication is to provide knowledge in understanding various biometrics options in general and the most sought after Fingerprint in detail.