APPLICATIONS Although developed later than traditional biometrics such as fingerprint and iris recognition, vein recognition has

been put into practical applications instead of a technique in conception. It is reported the first commercial product was developed in 1997. Later, various products are on the market. For example, since 2003 Fujitsu and Hitachi have developed a series of commercial vein recognition products independently. The only difference lies in that palm vein is used in Fujitsus products, while finger vein is used in Hitachis products. Vein recognition has been investigated for the applications as follows: Driver identification system Door security system Login authentication Financial and bank services Physical access control and time attendance Travel and transportation Hospitals Construction sites Schools