Abstract: The present invention relates to a system and method for receiving packages. The system includes a housing having a plurality of walls forming an enclosure. At least one of the compartments is unequal in size relative to the other compartments. The compartments can concurrently house packages of varying sizes. A plurality of lockable doors disposed in the housing provides access to at least one of the compartments in the housing. The locks are switchable between a locked condition and an unlocked condition using at least one authorization code.

Abstract: A card security device for cards which have coded information on or within the cards has a mechanically closeable and releasably lockable card vault for releasable locking enclosure of cards within the card vault, the card vault releasably lockable by a releasable lock. The lock is releasable by a recognition processor upon recognition of a user's behavior pattern by the recognition processor. Repeated use of an incorrect recognition pattern by a user and recognition processor, or forcible entry into the card vault either by forced releasing of the vault door or disruption of the vault casing results in a triggering of a destruction device for rendering useless and unrecoverable by disfigurement or destruction by the destruction device of the coded information on the information carrying medium.

Abstract: A device for preventing unauthorized use of data carriers, such as credit cards, ATM cards, and flexible discs, including: (i) a casing having at least one pocket having an opening, the pocket adapted to receive at least one card, and (ii) inner workings, disposed within the casing, the inner workings including a magnet affixed to a sliding arm, the sliding arm held in place by the card, such that unauthorized removal of the card through the opening allows the sliding arm to slide such that the magnet deactivates a magnetic strip disposed on the card.

Abstract: The Invention relates to a novel safety system for road vehicles and is characterized by a data safe which is housed in the motor vehicle with a receptacle for at least one data medium for personal data of the motor vehicle user.

Abstract: In a system and method for a payout in the form of paper tokens from a gaming machine, the system includes a hopper for dispensing the paper tokens, a cassette for containing the paper tokens, and software for controlling the operations of the payout of the paper tokens from the gaming machine. The cassette and hopper are located in the gaming machine in plain view of a player, and are locked for security purposes. Each paper token is transported through a payout path by mechanisms in the cassette and the hopper which interact to dispense a paper token. A plurality of sensors sense the transport of the paper token through the payout path, the operation of the transport mechanism, and the status of the paper token supply. An escrow area is provided in the cassette for rejected paper tokens, as sensed by sensors and diverted by a diverting mechanism into the escrow area. A memory element in the cassette stores operational information regarding dispensing of the paper tokens.

Abstract: A combination safe and umbrella stand for securely storing valuables and other items therein and vertically supporting a beach umbrella. The combination safe and umbrella stand includes a container with a top opening therein. A lid substantially closes the top opening of the container. A rod is extended through the holes in the lid and container to prevent removal of the lid from the container without removal of the rod. One of the ends of the rod has a stop coupled thereto. The rod has a transverse bore therethrough adjacent the other of the ends of the rod. An auger is downwardly extended from the bottom wall of the container. A pair of spaced apart brackets for supporting a pole of an umbrella are outwardly extended from the perimeter side wall of the container.

Abstract: In a system and method for a payout in the form of paper tokens from a gaming machine, the system includes a hopper for dispensing the paper tokens, a cassette for containing the paper tokens, and software for controlling the operations of the payout of the paper tokens from the gaming machine. The cassette and hopper are located in the gaming machine in plain view of a player, and are locked for security purposes. Each paper token is transported through a payout path by mechanisms in the cassette and the hopper which interact to dispense a paper token. A plurality of sensors sense the transport of the paper token through the payout path, the operation of the transport mechanism, and the status of the paper token supply. An escrow area is provided in the cassette for rejected paper tokens, as sensed by sensors and diverted by a diverting mechanism into the escrow area. A memory element in the cassette stores operational information regarding dispensing of the paper tokens.

Abstract: A credit card security device which prevents credit card and bank card fraud. The device includes a case with an access door secured by a lock for storing the cards and a detection member within the case for determining an entry into the case when the door is locked. The detection member operates an electromagnet within the case upon the entry. The electromagnet scrambles the code within each credit card's magnetic strip and thereby invalidates the credit cards for future use. The detection member comprises a normally open electrical circuit when the door is closed and locked and includes switches for providing a current flow to the invalidating electromagnet upon the entry. At least one such switch is a normally open pressure switch mounted in wall of the case which closes when the entry to the case is through the wall, thereby providing the current flow to the electromagnet.

Abstract: A safe is provided for use with a wall having an air duct and an opening to the wall which connects the air duct with a room. The safe includes a housing having an interior dimensioned to fit within the air duct so that the housing is recessed in the wall and in alignment with the wall opening. A grille dimensioned to cover the wall opening is pivotally mounted to the housing so that the grille is movable between a closed position in which the grille overlies and covers the wall opening and an open position in which the opening interior is accessible from the room. A valuable container is mounted within the housing or, alternatively, on the rear side of the grille. Additionally, air passage holes are formed through the housing for enabling air flow through the housing, grille and air duct. Alternatively, the grille is magnetically attached to the housing.

Abstract: A relatively lightweight safe is provided in two embodiments with both embodiments being structured using nearly identical principles. The first embodiment is trapezoidal in shape to take advantage of the trapezoidal shaped space behind the hinged, bench-style seats of pickup trucks. The second embodiment is generally rectangular in shape and is adapted to be hidden underneath a removable dining bench-style seat or a bed of a recreational vehicle. The box-like housings of both embodiments are manufactured of a 12 gauge thick steel sheet metal. Around the hinged access door of each embodiment is a framework of steel tubing serving to provide a reinforced location to mount the door hinge and to provide reinforcement around the locked door. Each door and hinge is slightly recessed below the front surface of the steel tubing. Both embodiments use a combination lock mounted on the door for locking a door mounted lock handle assembly stationary.

Abstract: A combustible delay barrier for providing a delay to intrusion into an object. The delay barrier comprises a combustible layer containing a source of fuel such as a metal and/or a polymer and a source of oxygen such as an oxidizer. The combustible layer of the delay barrier is ignitable at a temperature in excess of about 300.degree. C., during combustion is resistant to the effects of common fire extingushing materials, and is capable of sustaining combustion with a burn rate of no more than about six inches per minute.

Abstract: A combustible coating for providing a delay barrier to intrusion into an object. The coating contains a source of fuel as a metal and/or a polymer and a source of oxygen such as an oxidizer. The coating is ignitable at a temperature in excess of about 300.degree. C., during combustion is resistant to the effects of common fire extinguishing materials, and is capable of sustaining combustion for at least five minutes with a burn rate of no more than about six inches per minute.

Abstract: An apparatus for storing and hiding valuables within the wall of a building, comprising a removable assembly and adhesive attachment means. The removable assembly includes a unitary receptacle for containing the valuables and a metal front panel. The unitary receptacle fits within a hole formed in the wall. The metal front panel is the type used for a conventional air vent and is securely attached to the unitary receptacle. The adhesive attachment means is adapted to attach the removable assembly to a section of the wall adjacent the assembly, thereby providing the appearance of a conventional air vent. The adhesive attachment means is further adapted to allow manual detachment of the removable assembly from the wall for the removal or addition of valuables.

Abstract: A strongbox having an integral antitheft mechanism. The antitheft mechanism is a plurality of rigid rod-like projections having a normal retracted position within a perimeter of the strongbox. The projections are maintained in this normal position by a lever which is associated with a handle for gripping to move the strongbox. If the manual lever is released actuating means provide for the rapid movement of the projections from the retracted position to a radial, extended position beyond the strongbox perimeter. These projections when in the extended position impair movement of the strongbox.

Abstract: A waterbed pedestal for supporting a waterbed frame and mattress on its top surface, the pedestal of the type comprising a plurality of panels assembled to form head, foot, and left and right side faces. The pedestal includes a cavity that is positioned to extend underneath a waterbed mattress so that the mattress covers the top of the cavity, and that opens at its front in one of the faces of the pedestal. A safe is positioned in the cavity and secured to the pedestal. A removable panel is positioned over the front of the cavity to close the cavity and hide the safe.

Abstract: A multi purpose lock device is provided to be used with a hanger and other items such as a flashlight, radio, tape recorder, first aid kit, exit light, piggy bank, clock and smoke alarm or burglar alarm. The lock consists of a housing affixed to one of such items and a shackel which can be locked around any suitable pole, abutment, doorknob or the like.

Abstract: A storage safe for containing securely therein a plurality of flexible media such as optical video disks. The storage safe is made of a sturdy body which is capable of being embedded in a cement floor, or the like. A cover encloses the cavity-like interior of the body and can only be removed by activating a combination mechanism assembly by applying the proper combination thereto. Any tampering with the combination mechanism assembly is defeated by the novel construction of the combination mechanism assembly. The cover has a slot therethrough and a labyrinth-like structure associated therewith so as to allow the flexible media to pass into the interior of the body but which prevents its unauthorized withdrawal therefrom. In addition, this labyrinth-like structure directs any undesireable fluid away from the flexible media stored within the body of the safe.

Abstract: A money dispensing device for use in safes or the like which transfers money from a security area to a dispensing point. A powered drawer transfers money from the security area to the dispensing point. The dispensing point is provided with a door, which is automatically controlled, such that the door opens only when sensors indicate that the drawer has reached the end of the dispensing point, and after opening, the door closes only when sensors indicate that the drawer is empty.

Abstract: A concealed safe for safekeeping of small objects and valuables suitable for building into a wall comprises a hollow body formed with an upper compartment adapted to receive three drawers, and a lower compartment. The front wall of the safe is provided with an access opening which is closed with a plug socket after the drawers have been inserted into the safe. The plug socket is hingedly connected to the safe body and in its open position is adapted to move towards and outwards of the safe in a direction perpendicular to the front wall of the safe.

Abstract: A combination picture frame and repository in which one of the frame members is movable to provide access to a secret inner storage compartment for hiding money, jewelry, and other valuables. The movable frame member may be adapted either to detach or pivot from its assigned position on the frame, and is yieldably held in place preferably by magnetic components. The frame may either be hung from a wall or placed in an upright position on any appropriate support such as a table of desk.

Abstract: An audio reproduction system is provided for use in conjunction with a tombstone for the repeated playback, upon activation, of a prerecorded message. The system comprises a housing which is secured within the tombstone. A prerecorded message on an endless magnetic tape is operatively mounted within a tape playback device which in turn is contained within the interior of the housing. A Hall effect switch wholly contained within the housing activates, upon closure, a time module to operatively connect a self-contained source of electrical power to the tape playback device for the predetermined period of time. A solar cell is also operatively coupled with the electrical power source to supplement the same.