Abstract: The present invention relates to a bicycle cover having an attachable alarm means. The cover includes a substantially elliptical bag member formed of a pair of opposing planar side panels that are peripherally joined to form a storage compartment therebetween. Sewn into the side panels are a plurality of electrically conductive cables which converge and protrude through an opening on the bag member. The external portions of the cables are intertwined and received within an elongated insulated electrical cord similar to an extension cord. The distal ends of the cables are connected to a male electrical connector on the cord which is selectively coupled with an external alarm means. The alarm means comprises a power source, a motion switch and a sound emitting means which audibly alerts a user when an unauthorized person is tampering with the bag.

Abstract: A warning device to warn drivers of two wheeled vehicles of an approaching critical angle is disclosed. The warning device may include a sensing device and a separate signaling device. The sensing device may be a pendulum, bubble within a tube of fluid, a proximity sensor, or a mechanical whisker. The signaling device may be a buzzer, beeper, or lighted bulb. The sensing device sends a signal to the signaling device when a predetermined angle, greater than the critical angle, is reached so that the operator has time to react to the information prior to the vehicle tipping or contacting the ground. The warning device may be attachable to a bar of the vehicle or placed atop the vehicle and Is preferably easily installed by the motorcycle owner/driver. A method for warning a driver is also disclosed.

Abstract: A security system for use on a motor vehicle having a manufacturer's electrical ignition system, wherein the security system comprises electronic means for controlling the security system; a sensing means for sensing tampering; at least one warning means; at least one immobilizing means, wherein the electronic means receives electronic sensor signals from the sensing means and sends electronic activation signals to the warning means and to the immobilizing means; potting means disposed upon the electronic means for excluding moisture, heat and vibration from the electronic means; and a remote-control means for remotely controlling the security system, which remote-control means is resistant to scanning-type interference, and wherein the remote-control means further comprises: a receiving means for receiving radio control signals, and a transmitting means for transmitting a multiplicity of radio control signals, wherein said transmitting means further comprises at least: signals for changing the sensitivity of

Abstract: A sports computer having an integral global satellite positioning (GPS) receiver and computer interfacing capability enables functional and/or performance characteristics to be tracked and analyzed as a function of geographical position and/or elevation. The computer includes mounting means and/or interfaces to one or more sensors to measure operational and/or physiological parameters such as heart rate, or weather conditions such as temperature. Means are provided for downloading the stored geographical and sensor parameters to an external personal computer so that the data collected during a workout may be reviewed and analyzed on the screen of the PC. Preferably, map data may also be stored enabling the collected data to be viewed relative to the map information, for example, in superposition.

Abstract: A movement detector situated within a portable housing is coupled to an access to an entity. The movement detector generates a movement signal upon the vibration or moving of the movement detector. A transmitter transmits a remote motion detection signal via free space upon the receipt of the movement signal. The movement detector is powered by a battery situated within the portable housing thereof. Controller circuitry having an input terminal is coupled to a movement detector receiver which generates an alarm activation signal at an output thereof upon the receipt via free space of the remote motion detection signal. The controller circuitry further has an output terminal for transmitting an alarm activation signal upon receipt of the alarm activation signal at the input terminal thereof. Also included is a transmitter coupled to the output terminal of the controller circuitry for transmitting an alarm signal to a remote location through space upon receipt of the alarm activation signal.

Abstract: The present invention defines an anti-theft device for use with a variety of personal property, including bicycles, motorcycles and other small vehicles employing a three-part assembly of high-impact glass-filled nylon which attaches to vehicle frames of various size. The fastening means is hidden and sound channels are utilized to enhance an audible alarm and to prevent muffling of an interior speaker, activated by partial cutting or disconnection of a cable of known resistance. The cable is inserted in a case assembly with differing positions depending on whether the user wishes to set the alarm or store the cable out of the way if not energized. The alarm may be silenced by incrementally turning a key and removing a cable. The same key is positioned to allow arming of the alarm by insertion of the cables in the proper orientation.

Abstract: A bicycle signalling device that may be releasably mounted on a bicycle. The signalling device includes a holder, first and second elongated flexible arms connected to and extending outward from the holder, and first and second signalling lamps mounted on the first and second arms respectively. Each of the lamps is connected to an electric power source to selectively actuate the lamps. Each of the arms is universally bendable in three mutually orthogonal directions and has sufficient rigidity to retain a configuration imparted thereto. In this way, the arms may be used to position and to hold the lamps at selected positions within a three-dimensional space.

Abstract: The automated cycle storage system comprises:a plurality of cycles (CY), each having a fastening region (ZA) for temporarily storing it, an identification means (P1, P2) containing an identifier associated in a one-to-one way with said cycle and an antitheft device (AV) firmly attached to the cycle and designed so as to prevent the cycle from being stolen during temporary use of the cycle by a user, this antitheft device being actuable by means of a removable key (CL) containing at least part of the identification means (P1), and at least one storage station (ST) comprising a number of storage locations (EMP) each capable of removably housing a cycle, a number of controllable automatic cycle-locking/unlocking devices (CRH), each capable of engaging in said fastening region of a cycle, and read devices (LP1, LP2) capable of reading the identification means of the cycles housed in the storage locations.

Abstract: An anti-theft device for protecting objects and vehicles, includes a housing that is attachable to or permanently affixed to an object or vehicle to be secured, wherein the attachment means is accessible only through a lockable access door of the housing. A flexible conducting securing cable serves as a conductor in an alarm circuit and has one end fixed to the housing and a free end provided with a fitting for insertion into the housing that is retained by a retainer and a lock mechanism in the housing. First and second switches are provided in the alarm circuit wherein the first switch is normally open and is closed when the housing is attached to the object, while the second switch is normally open and is closed when the free end of the cable is inserted into the retainer. The alarm circuit is armed when both the first and second switches are closed, and subsequent opening of the first switch or tampering of the conduction path formed by the conducting securing cable activates an alarm.

Abstract: A bicycle theft prevention system 10 for use with bicycles 100 including an alarm unit 11 and a tracking unit 12 disposed within the framework 101 of the bicycle 100 and a time delayed marking unit 14 and temporary physical immobilizing unit 15 disposed on the exterior of the bicycle 100. A hand held tracker unit 19 may be employed to establish the location of the stolen bicycle 100.

Abstract: A motion detection alarm for a bicycle including a motion detector with an input terminal and an output terminal. The output terminal is adapted for transmitting a motion detection signal only upon the receipt of an activation signal via the input terminal in combination with the motion detector sensing physical vibration at a level above a predetermined amount. Further provided is a speaker coupled to the output terminal of the motion detector for transmitting an audible high frequency alarm signal upon receipt of the motion detection signal. Also included is a receiver coupled to the input terminal of the motion detector. In operation, the receiver transmits an activation signal upon receipt of a remote signal via free space and further precludes the transmission of an activation signal upon the subsequent receipt of the remote signal.

Abstract: The present invention is a burglar alarm activated by the movement of an article to be secured. The burglar alarm comprises a housing, a movement-detecting transducer, electronics for processing a signal from the transducer, a battery and an alarm buzzer or radio transmitter. Elements for activating and deactivating the burglar alarm are also included. In the preferred embodiment, the detecting transducer comprises an acceleration transducer in the preferred embodiment. In particular, the present invention is characterized in that the alarm housing includes a hole for coupling the alarm to a bolt- or rod-shaped element which is included in an article to be secured. The activating and deactivating elements are associated with the hole so as to automatically activate the alarm to action readiness and forcibly maintain the alarm in action readiness when the bolt- or rod-shaped element of the article to be secured is in the hole.

Abstract: An alarm padlock (10) comprising a shackle (12) having a long leg (14) and a short leg (16). A body (18) is provided. A facility (20) in the body (18) is for mounting the shackle (12) in a reciprocal movement between a closed position and an extended open position, in which the short leg (16) of the shackle (12) is outside of the body (18) and the long leg (14) of the shackle (12) can swivel within the body (18). A latch mechanism (22) in the body (18) engages with the short leg (16) of the shackle (12), when the shackle (12) is in it's closed position. A lock mechanism (24) in the body (18) is operable to disengage the latch mechanism (22) from the short leg (16) of the shackle (12). An alarm circuit (26) in the body (18) actuates to emit a warning signal when an unauthorized person violates and tampers with the shackle (12) and the body (18).

Abstract: A bicycle signalling device (1) has flexible arms (4) carrying lamps (5). The arms (4) are mounted on a holder (2) having spring clamps (3) for snap engagement with the handlebars of a bicycle. A battery within the holder (2) powers the lamps (5) operable by switches (10, 12) to indicate whichever direction the cyclist intends to turn. The arms (4) can be bent in any direction by the cyclist to hold the lamps (5) in the best signalling position.

Abstract: An electromotive scooter comprises an electric drive motor and a power source indicator that provides a visual indication when the electric drive motor is in the on condition. An electric circuit supplies electric current to an acoustic device, causing it to emit an acoustical warning, when the electric drive motor is in the on condition and a seat load sensor does not sense a load on the rider's seat.

Abstract: A bicycle alarm system comprising a bicycle component including a lockable clamp for securing a bicycle with a locking circuit disposed therein, a motion detector for transmitting a motion detection signal upon ascertainment of motion, controller circuitry coupled to the locking circuit and motion detection for transmitting an alarm activation signal upon receipt of the motion detection signal or when the locking circuit is broken, a transmitter coupled to the controller circuitry for transmitting an alarm signal upon receipt of the alarm activation signal, and a power source mechanism for energizing the locking circuit, motion detector, and transmitter; and a user component including a receiver for transmitting an alarm activation signal upon receipt of the alarm signal from the transmitter of the bicycle component; an alarm mechanism coupled to the receiver for transmitting an alarm upon receipt of the alarm activation signal; and a power source mechanism for energizing the receiver.

Abstract: An electronic cable lock is provided. The lock includes a sealed lock body having a lock core, and an electronic device enclosed therein. The electronic device includes a sensor which will trigger a buzzer to sound when an attempt to illegally break the lock is sensed.

Abstract: An emergency flasher circuit for use with motor vehicles comprising an emergency switch, a signal generator for generating a signal having a frequency of approximately 10 Hz, and logic circuitry for selectively applying the signal to the headlight(s), and/or to one or both of the left and right turn indicator lights, for alerting other drivers to the presence of the motor vehicle. Alternatively, an optical shutter may be connected to the logic circuitry, and the headlight(s) or one or both of the left and right turn indicator lights for causing light generated by the headlight(s) and/or the turn indicator lights to flash at approximately 10 Hz upon activation of the horn switch, for alerting other drivers to the presence of the motor vehicle.

Abstract: An electronic alarm system using graphite sensor will be activated when the sensor is either cut, shorted, or touched. A rapid change of the sensor signal will be detected by a differential section when the sensor is touched, but not a slowly drifting sensor signal when the sensor is not touched. A comparing section takes positive or negative signal to activate the alarm system by sending a signal to a output section.

Abstract: An emergency flasher circuit for use with motor vehicles comprising an emergency switch, a signal generator for generating a signal having a frequency of approximately 10 Hz, and logic circuitry for selectively applying the signal to the headlight(s), and/or to one or both of the left and right turn indicator lights, for alerting other drivers to the presence of the motor vehicle.

Abstract: The present invention is a multi-mode combination alarm and locking apparatus for bicycles, motorcycles and the like. The case of the combination alarm and locking apparatus can be attached to a bicycle or the like by a hollow bracket which can detachably mounted to a tubular section of the bicycle frame. In the preferred embodiment the combination alarm and locking apparatus includes a U-bolt lock. In an alternative embodiment the combination alarm and locking apparatus can be used in conjunction with a U-bolt lock. The combination alarm and locking apparatus also has a cable lock which has an elongated flexible cable with a conductive core and is retained by a retractable spool. The spool is releasibly engaged with a releasible rachet mechanism which controls the retraction of the spool.

Abstract: An alarm system comprises a pair of interlocking components, which when separated causes an electrical switch operable in response there to change states and activate the alarm. The switch may be either a mechanical type device or a magnetic proximity type device. A cable may be attached to one or both components.

Abstract: An alarm device for locks detects an attempt to break the lock as vibration and generates an alarm. The alarm device is provided with a first timer having a first predetermined time period and a second timer having a second predetermined time period. The first predetermined time period is provided for preventing the vibration caused during locking from triggering the alarm. The second predetermined time period is provided for preventing the vibration caused during unlocking from triggering the alarm. The alarm device has its alarm action delayed according to the first and the second predetermined time periods for preventing a false alarm.

Abstract: A bicycle security system includes a locking bicycle rack and employs a user's automated teller banking card to operate the system and debit charges accrued in connection with use of the system from the user's bank account. The locking system has an electronic control means which locks and unlocks the bicycle rack by means of a banking card. The electronic control means includes a timer which tracks time in connection with use of the system. The control means thereafter calculates a charge based upon the use of the system and debits the accrued charges from the user's bank account via telephone modem. The locking bicycle rack incorporates three locking pins which lock the bicycle at the frame, the front wheel and the rear wheel to provide a high degree of security.

Abstract: Anti-theft device comprising a flexible and deformable elongated assembly (1) which is capable of forming a loop and is provided at one end with a male closure member (2, 64) and at the other end with a female closure member (3, 2) adapted to receive and releasably lock the male closure member (2, 64). One of the closure members (3, 62; 2, 64) is provided with a closure device which can be opened by a key in order to release the other closure member. The elongated assembly (1) is made up of elongated elements (8, 41) undetachably assembled together in interengaged relation in the form of a chain.

Abstract: A bicycle and bicycle elements theft alarm apparatus which can be attached to a bicycle assembly to activate an alarm member on unauthorized movement, theft of elements of the object, and entire theft of the object. The bicycle theft alarm apparatus includes a housing assembly having an alarm assembly and a control circuit assembly mounted therein. The alarm assembly includes 1) an actuator key pad assembly operable with a secret code for operation thereof; 2) a wheel release actuator member to indicate unauthorized removal of a bicycle support wheel assembly; 3) a seat release actuator member to indicate unauthorized removal of a bicycle support seat assembly; 4) a cable motion detector assembly operable to detect unauthorized detachment from an immovable object used as an anchor member; and 5) a motion detector assembly operable to detect unauthorized vertical or lateral movement of the bicycle assembly.

Abstract: An emergency flasher circuit for use with motorcycles and bicycles comprising an emergency switch, a signal generator for generating a signal having a frequency of approximately 10 Hz, and logic circuitry for selectively applying the signal to one or both of the left and right turn indicator lights and a headlight of a motorcycle or bicycle, for alerting drivers of motor vehicles to the presence of the motorcycle or bicycle.

Abstract: An electronic audible warning device (10), which includes a power source (18), a motion detector (401), a pleasant tone generator (100, Q1, Q3), a loud piercing tone generator (100, Q1, Q2) and a remote push button activation switch (19) is disclosed. Signaling device (10) provides two distinct features, each responsive to remote activation switch (19). A single depression on push button switch (19) will sound an unobtrusive, pleasant sounding two second pulsating warning tone. Two consecutive pushes on push button (19) will sound an attention-getting pulsating signal, similar to the backup beeper on commercial trucks, which will continue to sound until button (19) is pressed again. An additional feature is provided which is responsive to a motion detector (401). Here, a loud, piercing tone is sounded whenever a bicycle (1) or similarly attached article is moved. The alarm is activated and deactivated via an electrical key switch (402) which is installed directly in main housing (11).

Abstract: A portable security lock of the "U-bar" type includes a rigid "U" or "C" shaped security bar (8), and a flexible security loop (14) and a generally tubular cross member (2). The cross member has a pair of sockets each of which is adapted to cooperate with a suitably shaped end of the security bar or loop, and an internal rotatable barrel member (26) having keyhole slots (28, 30, 32) which receive the shaped ends in a first rotational position. The barrel member is then rotated to a second position in which the shaped ends are locked into the cross-member. Electrical contacts connect the barrel to an alarm via the security loop so that the alarm is triggered if the security loop is removed or broken while the alarm is set.

Abstract: An electric power supply control device for a vehicle comprises a lock actuator for driving actuators of the vehicle and an operation switch for outputting an operation instruction signal to the lock actuator. A circuit for vehicle running system for actuating an engine of the vehicle and a steering lock circuit for actuating the steering lock actuator in a locking direction are connected, exclusively with each other, to a power supply circuit. Wireless communication is conducted between a driver's transceiver and the vehicle when the vehicle engine is stopped and the power supply circuit therefor remains on, to automatically disconnect the power supply circuit.

Abstract: A bicycle which sounds an audible signal on motion of the bicycle is described. The alarm system is totally self contained and appropriately attached to the frame of the bicycle. It contains critical delay circuits which gives the bicycle rider the opportunity to arm and disarm the alarm by a key switch without tripping the audible alarm. Additional circuitry prevents the audible alarm from remaining in an on state indefinitely after the alarm is tripped, thereby conserving battery power. Said bicycle includes a motion detection switching means, alarm timer means, limit means and oscillator means all conveniently contained in a compact package. Recent progress in the development of energy efficient audible alarms assures a loud signal on the impermissible motion of the bike.

Abstract: An anti-theft device for attachment to an object has an alarm generator for emitting an audible alarm in response to an alarm signal and a motion sensor for initiating the alarm signal in response to movement of the anti-theft device. A retaining member engages the object to secure the anti-theft device to the object and a device responsive to movement of the retaining member initiates an alarm signal in the case of tampering.

Abstract: A lighting peg having a solar cell and a battery installed in a casing including a number of sensors each including a photoelectric conversion element mounted on a side surface of the casing, a differential circuit provided on the subsequent stage of the conversion element, and a comparator which delivers a high level output when the output of the differential circuit exceeds a predetermined value.

Abstract: In a lighting peg with a variable pulsation rate including a square outer casing provided with a solar cell and a battery and adapted to be installed at an intersection of two roads, light emitting diodes and a photoelectric conversion element are provided on each side surface of the square outer casing. An ambient light sensor for detecting ambient light and a pulse signal generating circuit for generating pulse signals are further provided together with vehicle sensors, each including the photoelectric conversion element, a differential circuit and a comparator.

Abstract: An anti-theft security device, attachable to various types of parked vehicles, such as motorcars, motorcycles, light-aircraft, etc.; said device having a preferred wedge shaped profile as viewed installed from the wheel axial direction, and having clincher like appendage elements extending radially inwardly therefrom toward the wheel-axle on both opposed sides of the tire and rim-flange in a jaw like manner, thereby rendering the vehicle essentially immobile until said security device is simply detached by the vehicle-owner through means of a distensible-jaw element which is released by an integral latch/lock member; including an optional electronic audio-alarm provision whereby intimate contact between tire-tread and the armature/wedge-ramp acts to detain a switch-lever interconnected with the said lock, so that attempted forced removal of the wheel-immobilizer assembly activates an electronic audio-alarm circuit of substantially conventional design powered by enshrouded d.c.