Patents by Inventor Kristin F. Karalius

Kristin F. Karalius has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Low profile release mechanism for electric door strike
    Patent number: 5934720
    Abstract: A low profile electric door strike latching mechanism for installing in a door jamb wherein the strike comprises a face plate, a latch bolt cavity, a keeper bar and a two part housing. The keeper bar in its closed or latched condition is held immobile to enclose one side of the cavity. When the latching mechanism is unlocked, the person opening the door applies pressure to the latch bolt causing the keeper bar to pivot thereby releasing the latch bolt and allowing the door to be opened.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 10, 1999
    Assignee: Hanchett Entry Systems, Inc.
    Inventor: Kristin F. Karalius