Key duplication system with auto tune functionality

A method for cutting keys, said method comprising:

• providing a housing having an opening for receiving a master key and a cut key;
• retaining a master key within an imaging zone;
• capturing at least one optical image of at least a portion of said master key with an optical imaging device;
• retaining a cut key within said imaging zone;
• capturing at least one optical image of at least a portion of said cut key with said optical imaging device;
• providing logic to compare a cut key pattern with respect to a master key pattern;
• comparing said cut key pattern with respect to said master key pattern;
• assembling one or more data points related to one or more key cutting parameters to allow for the creation and implantation of at least one automatic tuning function;
• and
• using at least one automatic tuning function to provide for one or more subsequent fine tuning adjustments to said cut key pattern.

An identification system for duplicating keys, comprising:

• an outer shell having a slot formed therein to receive a master key and a cut key;
• an imaging system configured to capture a master key pattern and said cut key after the master key or cut key has been received by the retention mechanism;
• a first logic for comparing a cut key pattern with respect to said master key pattern;
• and
• a second logic for assembling one or more data points related to one or more key cutting parameters to allow for the creation and implantation of at least one automatic tuning function to provide for one or more subsequent fine tuning adjustments to a key cutting pattern.

A system for duplicating keys, comprising:

• a device for determining the cut pattern on a master key;
• a mechanism for receiving and retaining a key blank;
• a device for duplicating the cut pattern of the master key onto the key blank;
• a device for measuring the cut pattern on the new cut key;
• a first logic for comparing said cut key pattern with respect to said master key pattern;
• and
• a second logic for assembling one or more data points related to one or more key cutting parameters to allow for the creation and implantation of at least one automatic turning function to provide for one or more subsequent fine tuning adjustments to a key cutting pattern.