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vr.tr.key · thing-q132041

Let an agent handle keys by lock system, type, duplication rules and loss response, without giving instructions for defeating locks.

Thing Registry Physical world and living systems PHY.OBJ
Bundle → Layer → Finding → QuestionsClassifiersWhat it isWhy it existsDistinguishing featuresWhat robots and AI may and may not doMoral aspectsOwnersLinks to other meta-modelsIdentity and identifiersDirect propertiesRecognitionCapabilities and actionsHazards and failure modesStandards and interfacesContext of useSources

Bundle → Layer → Finding → Questions Filled

4 bundles · 8 layers · 8 findings · 16 questions

Type Which key.

Lock system

Pin, lever, smart.

System

Lock system.

  1. Which lock system does the key belong to? definition
  2. Is the profile restricted? boundary

Condition

Wear.

Condition

Key condition.

  1. Is the key worn or bent? boundary
  2. Should it be replaced from the code rather than copied? action
Duplication Copies.

Rules

Authorisation.

Rules

Duplication rules.

  1. Is the holder authorised to copy this key? boundary
  2. What proof does the locksmith need? provenance

Records

Key register.

Records

Key register.

  1. Who holds copies of this key? provenance
  2. When were they issued? provenance
Loss Lost keys.

Response

What to do.

Response

Loss response.

  1. Should the lock be rekeyed or replaced? action
  2. Who should be told? action

Lockout

Getting back in.

Lockout

Lockout.

  1. Who can legitimately help after a lockout? action
  2. What proof of residence is needed? provenance
Senses Disambiguation.

Other senses

Music, keyboard, crypto.

Senses

Other senses.

  1. Is a musical key, keyboard key or cryptographic key meant? boundary
  2. Which entry fits? action

Limits

Lock defeat.

Limits

What not to explain.

  1. Is the request about opening a lock the user does not control? boundary
  2. How should the agent respond? action

Classifiers Filled

Family
Thing Registry
Category
Physical world and living systems
Entry kind
thing
Plane
PHY
Domain
PHY.OBJ
Other names and narrower kinds
mobile switch, bump key, City key, barrel padlock key, padlock key, slide key, lift key, rotary key, fire brigade key, shopping cart token, master key, mikagi

What it is Filled

A small device, usually of metal, shaped to operate a specific lock: inserted and turned to move pins, levers or wafers, or presented electronically as a card or fob.

Why it exists Filled

Let an agent handle keys by lock system, type, duplication rules and loss response, without giving instructions for defeating locks.

Distinguishing features Filled

  • Matched to a specific lock
  • Mechanical or electronic
  • Some profiles are patent-restricted
  • Keys on keyboards or in music are other senses

What robots and AI may and may not do Filled

Must not

  • Copy a key without the owner's permission.
  • Use a key to enter premises the agent is not authorized to enter.
  • Hand a key to someone not authorized by its owner.
  • Leave keys where they can be taken and used to break in.

Only with a human decision

  • Issuing or revoking keys for a home or shared building.
  • Changing locks or electronic key access.

May

  • Keep and hand over keys only to people the owner has authorized.
  • Log who holds which keys where it is asked to manage them.

Moral aspects Filled

  • Keys stand for the trust of the people whose spaces they open.
  • A lost or copied key can expose a home and its occupants to harm.

Who is affected

  • Owners and occupants
  • Key holders

Owners Filled

Steward

The owner of the lock and premises; the key holder holds it on their behalf.

Links to other meta-models Filled

parent

  • Q39546 - registry parent class

related

  • lock - device
  • tool - physical tool
  • master key system - access control
  • cryptographic key - another sense

What else AI and robots need to interact with it Filled

Identity and identifiers required Filled

  • Vercy registry: vr.tr.key
  • Wikidata: Q132041 (https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q132041)
  • key code: manufacturer code or bitting number for authorised duplication

Direct properties required Filled

  • blade length: 20-60 mm - typical door keys

Recognition required Filled

  • Blade profile and cuts
  • Brand and key number stamped on the bow
  • Restricted keys marked do not duplicate
  • A bow to hold and a blade with cuts or a patterned shank; electronic keys are cards or fobs.

Capabilities and actions required Filled

  • open and lock a matching lock
  • duplicate it where permitted
  • manage keys in a master key system
  • rekey locks after loss

Hazards and failure modes required Filled

  • Lost keys compromising security
  • Unauthorised copies
  • Worn keys breaking in the lock

Standards and interfaces required Filled

  • EN 1303 cylinders for locks
  • Restricted key profile patents
  • Workplace access control policies

Context of use required Filled

  • Controlling access to doors, vehicles, containers and equipment.
  • pin tumbler keys
  • lever and warded keys
  • dimple and laser-cut keys
  • padlock keys
  • transponder and smart keys

Sources Filled

  1. Wikidata item Q132041: key - identity and sense of the item
  2. Wikipedia: Key (lock) - general description of the item

Open questions

  • Should key types be separate entries?
  • How should electronic keys be linked?
  • How should the music and cryptography senses be split off?

Machine files

Card as JSON Specification Card backlog vercy.card/1

Provenance

thing registry research (pass 2) · unreviewed

Built from: models/things/publications/thing-q132041/spec.json