Patents Assigned to Timothy Laurie Somner
  • Security system
    Patent number: 5819124
    Abstract: A security system includes a camera connected to a motion sensor for detecting motion in the vicinity of the camera, the system having a stand-by state in which the motion sensor is active and a ready state wherein triggering of the motion sensor again causes the camera to capture an image. The image enables a burglar to be identified. Entry deterrent including a source of liquid including a dye, a UV-responsive marker, and an irritant liquid may be included. Chillies pickled in vinegar are a suitable irritant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 1996
    Date of Patent: October 6, 1998
    Assignee: Timothy Laurie Somner
    Inventors: Timothy Laurie Somner, Iain Michael Harvey