Abstract: A method for updating firmware of a locking device includes establishing a connection between a user device and the locking device and providing a set of firmware packages for display on a user interface of an application. The method includes receiving data indicative of a firmware package that has been selected via the user interface of the application. The method includes completing a transaction involving the firmware package. The method includes receiving, from an application server, installation data for the firmware package that has been selected. The method includes providing the installation data for the firmware package to the locking device to cause the locking device to use the installation data to update the firmware of the locking device, wherein the firmware, once installed on the locking device, allows for reconfiguration of firmware-controlled functions and operating modes of the locking device by supplementing or replacing firmware of the locking device.

Abstract: A dead bolt lock system having one or more security locks in conjunction with a dead bolt to provide various levels of security access to a door. An inertia assembly restrains movement of the dead bolt when a shock load is applied to the door, but allows the dead bolt to move when a shock load is not present. The inertia assembly includes an actuator weight and a bolt lock lever that can translate and rotate in response to the application of the shock load. In addition, the inertia assembly includes a return spring that biases the inertia assembly back into its original position for facilitating movement of the dead bolt after the application of the shock load.

Abstract: A dead bolt lock system which may use one or more security locks in conjunction with a dead bolt to provide various levels of security access to a door. Generally, the lock system tests the condition of the security lock or locks before allowing retraction of the dead bolt. An inside escape lever is provided as a life safety feature to allow egress from the secured area regardless of the conditions of the security locks. A trigger hold back device maintains the dead bolt in a retracted position until the door has been opened and closed again. Lock covers include associated locked-on-by-combination and relock features. A night latch or lock down feature is provided to prevent access, including authorized access through the outside of the lock system. A force blocking assembly is provided to prevent force applied to the dead bolt from harming internal components of the system. A torque override clutch prevents excessive torque applied to the outside door handle from harming internal lock system components.

Abstract: A combination lock configured to resist surreptitious compromise by radiographic imaging and automatic dialers. In one aspect, the combination lock may include gate wheels having one true gate positioned among a plurality of false gates in which the true gate is configured for disguising its angular position among the false gates. Additional resistance against radiation imaging is provided by the rotational symmetry of the features of the gate wheels. The combination lock may include a combination scrambler that rotates a gate wheel when an incorrect combination is dialed for defeating the operation of automatic dialers. The combination lock may also include a combination change key and the gate wheels may be configured to be selectively disengaged from the combination dial by the combination change key so that the lock combination may be modified.

Abstract: A template for drilling a lock to gain access to a locked enclosure has a drill guide and a dial ring mounted to a key stud. A key blank may be inserted into the key stud, with the portion of the key blank which is insertable into the keyway of a lock extending from the template. The key lank is inserted into the keyway of a lock to position the template on the lock and the drill guide is manipulated to align a mark on the drill guide with a graduation on the dial ring to indicate a desired location for drilling a retainer of the lock.

Abstract: A combination lock configured to resist surreptitious compromise by radiographic imaging and automatic dialers. In one aspect, the combination lock may include gate wheels having one true gate positioned among a plurality of false gates in which the true gate is configured for disguising its angular position among the false gates. Additional resistance against radiation imaging is provided by the rotational symmetry of the features of the gate wheels. The combination lock may include a combination scrambler that rotates a gate wheel when an incorrect combination is dialed for defeating the operation of automatic dialers. The combination lock may also include a combination change key and the gate wheels may be configured to be selectively disengaged from the combination dial by the combination change key so that the lock combination may be modified.

Abstract: A dead bolt lock system which may use one or more security locks in conjunction with a dead bolt to provide various levels of security access to a door. Generally, the lock system tests the condition of the security lock or locks before allowing retraction of the dead bolt. An inside escape lever is provided as a life safety feature to allow egress from the secured area regardless of the conditions of the security locks. A trigger hold back device maintains the dead bolt in a retracted position until the door has been opened and closed again. Lock covers include associated locked-on-by-combination and relock features. A night latch or lock down feature is provided to prevent access, including authorized access through the outside of the lock system. A force blocking assembly is provided to prevent force applied to the dead bolt from harming internal components of the system. A torque override clutch prevents excessive torque applied to the outside door handle from harming internal lock system components.

Abstract: A template for drilling a lock to gain access to a locked enclosure has a drill guide and a dial ring mounted to a key stud. A key blank may be inserted into the key stud, with the portion of the key blank which is insertable into the keyway of a lock extending from the template. The key lank is inserted into the keyway of a lock to position the template on the lock and the drill guide is manipulated to align a mark on the drill guide with a graduation on the dial ring to indicate a desired location for drilling a retainer of the lock.

Abstract: A dead bolt lock system which may use one or more security locks in conjunction with a dead bolt to provide various levels of security access to a door. Generally, the lock system tests the condition of the security lock or locks before allowing retraction of the dead bolt. An inside escape lever is provided as a life safety feature to allow egress from the secured area regardless of the conditions of the security locks. A trigger hold back device maintains the dead bolt in a retracted position until the door has been opened and closed again. Lock covers include associated locked-on-by-combination and relock features. A night latch or lock down feature is provided to prevent access, including authorized access through the outside of the lock system. A force blocking assembly is provided to prevent force applied to the dead bolt from harming internal components of the system. A torque override clutch prevents excessive torque applied to the outside door handle from harming internal lock system components.

Abstract: A bolt support member for use in cutting lock bolts of security containers. The bolt support member has a hook-shaped portion at one end for engaging a lock bolt, and threaded portion at another end. The hook-shaped portion is inserted into a hole in the container near the lock bolt and is clamped between the lock bolt and the surface of the container by a pair of knobs positioned on the threaded portion of the bolt support member. The bolt support member constrains the lock bolt from bending under cutting pressure and thus prevents binding against the cutter.

Abstract: A drive apparatus for use with a computerized combination dial lock includes a rotating or longitudinally translating member which imparts motion to an electrical generator for powering the electrical components of the computerized combination dial lock. The drive apparatus is independent of the combination dial of the computerized lock. In one embodiment, the dial ring of the combination dial is rotatable to drive the electrical generation for power output to the computerized lock components. Alternatively, the combination dial and spindle are spring biased for longitudinal translation thereof to drive the electrical generator. In another embodiment, a lever member adjacent the dial ring or a key inserted in a keyway is rotated for powering the computerized lock. In yet another embodiment, a portable power source is in the form of a key and a portable power source contained therein.

Abstract: A drill rig for drilling access holes in drill resistant materials, such as those used to construct safes or other secure containers. The drill rig includes a drill bit holding and advancing mechanism having enclosed threaded members for allowing incremental, even pressure to be applied during a drilling operation while preventing burrs and chips from becoming lodged within the threads. A sliding connection is provided between stationary frame structure of the rig and the drill bit holding and advancing mechanism. The connection includes a spring loaded, quick-release mechanism for allowing quick detachment of the drill bit holding and advancing mechanism from the frame structure at the end of a drilling operation or as needed to replace the drill bit.

Abstract: A drive apparatus for use with a computerized combination dial lock includes a rotating or longitudinally translating member which imparts motion to an electrical generator for powering the electrical components of the computerized combination dial lock. The drive apparatus is independent of the combination dial of the computerized lock. In one embodiment, the dial ring of the combination dial is rotatable to drive the electrical generation for power output to the computerized lock components. Alternatively, the combination dial and spindle are spring biased for longitudinal translation thereof to drive the electrical generator. In another embodiment, a lever member adjacent the dial ring or a key inserted in a keyway is rotated for powering the computerized lock. In yet another embodiment, a portable power source is in the form of a key and a portable power source contained therein.

Abstract: A drive apparatus for use with a computerized combination dial lock includes a rotating or longitudinally translating member which imparts motion to an electrical generator for powering the electrical components of the computerized combination dial lock. The drive apparatus is independent of the combination dial of the computerized lock. In one embodiment, the dial ring of the combination dial is rotatable to drive the electrical generation for power output to the computerized lock components. Alternatively, the combination dial and spindle are spring biased for longitudinal translation thereof to drive the electrical generator. In another embodiment, a lever member adjacent the dial ring or a key inserted in a keyway is rotated for powering the computerized lock. In yet another embodiment, a portable power source is in the form of a key and a portable power source contained therein.

Abstract: In accordance with one aspect of the invention, a kicker arm-pawl lock mechanism rotates a number one wheel of a combination lock a predetermined distance to require resetting each number of a combination during lock manipulation. A drive cam-travel arm and bolt lock mechanism assures complete scrambling of the combination by requiring rotation of all wheels prior to bolt extension into a locked position. Another aspect of the invention includes a lock lever and drive cam mechanism which requires opening of the combination lock once a combination has been correctly dialed. A lock lever and pivoting pawl lock mechanism prevents lockout conditions by diverting forces applied to the combination lock bolt to the lock casing rather than the lock lever.

Abstract: An apparatus and method are provided for precisely positioning a locksmith tool in the area of a dial ring of a combination lock of a safe. The apparatus includes a derrick that holds and supports the locksmith tool. An offset, annular base forms a part of the derrick and has an opening with an inner diameter substantailly corresponding to the diameter of the outer periphery of the dial ring. The base is placed over the dial ring and radially extending set screws in the base are tightened into engagement with the dial ring. In this manner, the derrick is securely attached to the safe. The apparatus also includes a mechanism for precisely controlling and adjustably positioning the tool relative to the safe.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for use by a locksmith for ascertaining the combination of a locked safe of a known type without destruction of the lock or safe includes the location of a position beneath the dial or dial ring of the safe at which a repairable access hole can be drilled into the lock at a known angular position relative to the lock's fence and coaxially with an unoccupied, cylindrical region generally normal and tangential to the tumbler wheels of the lock, through which a probe may be inserted to sense the outer circumference of the wheels and to detect the alignment of the gate in each wheel with the probe by manipulation of the spindle of the lock in a predetermined, sequential order. From the known angular position of the axis hole and the angular position of the spindle required to align the gates in the wheels with the probe, the combination of the lock can be computed.