Patent ID: 6508401
Filing Date: 2003-01-21
Classification: G06K

Abstract:
An identification aid device for an item of equipment which is equipped with a storage unit storing references and capable of being loaded remotely, said device including:an identification memory for being connected to said storage unit and for recording said references stored in said storage unit; an external electrical power supply means for supplying power to said identification memory; and a connection means connected to said identification memory and for being connected to a reader for reading and telling back the references recorded in said identification memory, wherein the device is formed in such a way as to identify subassemblies of said item of equipment, wherein said references relate to said subassemblies, and wherein the device further includes an isolation means for: electrically isolating said identification memory from said subassemblies and from said storage unit; and isolating said identification memory in terms of processing software from said subassemblies and from said storage unit.