Abstract: An electronic smoking device includes a body through which a flow path at least partially extends, an air inlet in the body that is fluidly connected to the flow path, a liquid compartment for storing a liquid within the body, a vaporizer positioned in the body and configured to receive liquid from the liquid compartment and air from the flow path to generate vaporized liquid, an outlet in the body configured to receive vaporized liquid from the vaporizer, and circuitry connected to the vaporizer. In one embodiment, the circuitry is configured to shut off the electronic smoking device based on activation time of the vaporizer. In another embodiment, the circuitry is configured to shut off the electronic smoking device after a determined amount of usage has occurred.

Abstract: A non-lethal intruder deterrent and suppression device capable of temporary incapacitation is disclosed. The non-lethal intruder deterrent and suppression device capable of temporary incapacitation includes a video camera with audio recording capabilities, a light ring, and a spray nozzle to spray a formula as means for deterring and/or temporarily incapacitating an intruder, an active shooter, a terrorist, a thief, and/or an assailant.

Abstract: A security cassette (100) for valuable papers (1), including a cover (101), a receiving area (102) for receiving a plurality of the valuable papers, wherein the receiving area (102) is closeable with the cover (101), a protective device (110, 112) for the valuable papers in order to enable devaluation of the valuable papers in the receiving area (102), wherein the security cassette (100) includes at least one sub-divider (120) which divides the receiving area (102) and holds valuable paper bundles (2) respectively with a plurality of bundles of valuable papers such that the valuable paper bundles (2) held by the sub-divider (120) are arranged parallel upright in the receiving area (102), and that two adjacent valuable paper bundles (2) held by the sub-divider (120) are respectively separated from one another by an intermediate space.

Abstract: A glovebox assembly includes a support substrate, a glovebox rotationally displaceable with respect to the support substrate, a downstop carried on the support substrate and an interlock feature carried on the support substrate. The downstop includes a stalk and a head. The interlock feature overlaps the stalk adjacent the head.

Abstract: A burglar defense system for a structure having a dispensing system for a deterrence substance operably mounted to existing duct of a structure or the exterior wall of a structure; and a sensing system operably mounted to the system, wherein the dispensing system is operable to dispense the deterrence substance when an intrusion is sensed by the sensing system or when remotely activated.

Abstract: An apparatus for launching incendiary spheres for prescribed burning is provided. This apparatus receives ‘charged’, or injected, spherical incendiaries, then launches them in a controlled direction at a controlled distance. The charged incendiaries are first emitted from a conventional Plastic Sphere Dispenser (PSD) into the intake of the apparatus whereupon they are moved along a lower pathway by a delivering wheel to a launching point relative to a spinning wheel or a plurality of spinning wheels. These spinning wheels convey velocity to each incendiary sphere, which is thereby launched in a trajectory that is determined by the azimuth of orientation, and the rotational velocity, of the spinning wheels.

Abstract: A marking apparatus (1) for marking an item (12). The apparatus comprises: means to receive the item; a nucleic acid marker; means to release a marking fluid (8); and a distribution mechanism (11) coupled to the nucleic acid marker and the means to release the marking fluid. The means to release the marking fluid can be activated to release the marking fluid such that the distribution mechanism disperses a mixture of the nucleic acid marker and the marking fluid onto the item.

Abstract: A banking equipment intra-cassette security device (1) being assembled under the lid (T) of a cassette (C) storing money bills (A). The device (1) includes a main block (2) equipped with cavities (3) filled with pyrotechnical material (5), which can be ignited by a wick (9) which is activated by a metallic filament (11) electrically powered by the cassette (C) circuit.

Abstract: An anti-theft device includes a sensing device for attaching to an entrance of a house building and for sensing whether the entrance of the house building is pried by an unauthorized person or not, and a counterattacking device for counterattacking the unauthorized person when the unauthorized person breaking the entrance of the house building. One or more containers may receive an attacking agent and a pumping device may pump the attacking agent out of the container via one or more nozzles which may be rotated by a rotating device, an agitating device may agitate the attacking agent received in the container. A receptacle may be attached to the house building for supporting the container.

Abstract: It is disclosed an active-protection apparatus (1) for spraying banknotes and valuables (1b) with a marking fluid (1a), comprising: a tank (2) for the marking fluid (1a), canalizations (4) extending between the tank (2) and the banknotes and valuables (1b) to be sprayed, and dispensing means (3) to cause a flow of marking fluid (1a) under pressure to be fed into the canalizations (4), the tank (2) being stiff and of a box-shaped configuration and internally having a cavity housing the marking fluid (1a), the canalizations (4) and the dispensing means (3), so as to define a spraying unit to be positioned contiguous with the banknotes and valuables (1b) to be sprayed, the tank (2) having a bottom wall (8) defining a work surface (8a) facing the banknotes and valuables (1b) and the canalizations (9) opening at said work surface (8a).

Abstract: A theft-prevention ink pack device is provided, comprising a support member (70) having support lugs (73a, 74a, 75a, 75b) within a case (130) having ink spouts (66) and knife edges (69) , a tray member (80) supported by the lugs (73a, etc.) , spaced from the knife edges (69) , an ink pack (90) placed on the tray member (80) and having a bag (92) containing ink (91), a pressboard (100) positioned behind the ink pack (90), and conical compression coil springs (120, 121) for pushing the pressboard (100). When the support member (70) is moved as it is pulled, the support provided by the support lugs (73a, etc.) of the tray member (80) is cancelled to cause the tray member (80) to fall down and the ink pack (90) is broken by the knife edges (69) and urged under pressure by the spring forces of the springs (120, 121) via the pressboard (100) to cause the ink to spurt through the ink spouts (66).

Abstract: A media cassette (10) including a fluid spray system for spraying media located within the cassette (10) is described. The cassette (10) includes a lid (12) and a body (14). The body (14) includes an absorbent portion (40) in the form of a chemical absorbing sheet for absorbing any fluid not absorbed by the media (42). The sheet (40) is preferably folded and creased into a concertina arrangement so that the sheet (40) can expand and compress as media are removed from or added to the cassette (10). If the fluid spray system is activated when the cassette (10) is only partially full of media (42), then the sheet (40) absorbs the fluid that is not absorbed by the media (42), thereby preventing leakage of the fluid from the cassette (10).

Abstract: A new personal defense spray delivery system for delivering a spray of a defensive chemical to an area. The inventive device includes a reservoir of a personal defense chemical. At least one nozzle is in fluid communication with the reservoir. The nozzle is designed for delivering a spray of the personal defense chemical to an area. A delivery device is provided for delivering the personal defense chemical from the reservoir to the nozzle. A first actuator is operatively connected to the delivery device. The first actuator is designed for activating the delivery device.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method, and the equipment necessary for implementation thereof, for the unnoticeable detection of armed persons in the region giving access to objects that require protection and for the detention of such persons by surprise. Detention by surprise prevents individuals prepared to do violence from being able to run amok or take hostages in order to secure their own release.

Abstract: A security system or preventing unauthorized removal of a vehicle accessory such as a radio from a mounted position on the vehicle comprises a dispensing container containing a pressurized protective material such as a pepper gas and having a dispensing valve displaceable from a closed position to an open position in which the protective material is dispensed from the container. A valve actuating member is responsive to displacement of the accessory from its mounted position to displace the dispensing valve from the closed to the open position whereby the protective material is dispensed from the container.

Abstract: A robbery deterrent apparatus and method is provided for convenience stores or other businesses vulnerable to armed robbery, in which a would-be armed robber is incapacitated by an aerosol agent that is delivered in a predetermined pattern within the store. In a preferred embodiment, the aerosol incapacitating agent is delivered immediately upon the detection of a firearm discharge, or after a short delay in response to an employee activated trigger. The aerosol incapacitating agent may be accompanied by a marking agent, such as ultraviolet dye, to assist authorities in capturing and identifying the would-be armed robber in the event he or she is able to escape the store after the robbery attempt.

Abstract: A marking material-spraying mechanism is incorporated into a protected article, such as a wallet, handbag, laptop computer case, or briefcase. When a thief who has stolen the protected article opens a closure within the article the mechanism operates to spray the marking material on the thief. The mechanism is automatic, and does not require activation during a robbery.

Abstract: A security system for preventing unauthorized removal of a vehicle accessory such as a radio from a mounted position on the vehicle comprises a dispensing container containing a pressurized protective material such as a pepper gas and having a dispensing valve displaceable from a closed position to an open position in which the protective material is dispensed from the container. A valve actuating member is responsive to displacement of the accessory from its mounted position to displace the dispensing valve from the closed to the open position whereby the protective material is dispensed from said container.

Abstract: A new and improved safety locking device for PVC ball valves and the like comprising, a housing positionable over a PVC ball valve of the type having a on/off handle rotatable about a vertical axis, the handle including a horizontal section positionable in the direction of flow of fluid within coupled pipes when in an open orientation and positionable perpendicular to the direction of flow when in a closed orientation; the housing being formed of a pair of similarly shaped mating halves, each half having a front face and a rear face with each face having a semicircular opening which, when the housing halves are coupled for operation and use, define a circular opening with a central axis coextensive with the axis of the ball valve and pipes coupled with respect thereto, each housing half also having a top face and a bottom face and an exterior side face coupling the front and rear faces but leaving open the interior face with the semicircular openings; the front and rear faces of the housing halves being suffi

Abstract: A security system for a vestibule and, more specifically, a security vestibule is equipped with monitoring devices to monitor the presence of an intruder. The monitoring devices transmit signals to warning devices, such as a speaker which broadcasts an audible message as well as a siren and a flashing light which produce audible and visual signals, respectively, to attract attention exteriorly of the vestibule. The monitoring devices further transmit signals to deterrent devices which disturb or offend the perpetrator. The devices are of the type which disperse foul scents, dispense dyes to mark the perpetrator, disperse water at varying temperatures, and discharge electrical shock.

Abstract: A new and improved box protection apparatus includes a plurality of flexible straps for encompassing the box under tension, and a guide for receiving the straps and for orienting the straps with respect to the box. The guide includes a rectangular frame member which includes a plurality of slots for receiving the box-encompassing straps. A hinged lid is provided for covering the frame member. The frame member includes a first locking member, and the lid includes a second locking member whereby the frame member and the lid can be locked together. The frame member includes at least one handle. Buckles are provided for locking the straps under tension, and the buckles are covered by the lid when the lid is locked to the frame member. The box protection apparatus may also include an alarm assembly, connected to either the frame member or the lid, for sounding an alarm in response to unauthorized moving of the lid.

Abstract: A theft deterrent system for discharging a dog-tracking liquid chemical scent composition in spray form on a target person engaged in attempted robbery, illegal entry or manipulation or the like, at a protected location to enable trained dog trailing or identification and apprehension of such person, including a housing enclosing a pressurized spray discharge container for a supply of the liquid composition to discharge contents of the container in spray form directed toward a zone which such person would occupy or pass through to deposit droplets of the composition on the person's clothing. An actuator arm moved by a solenoid under control of a relay is provided to operate the spray head of the spray container to cause spray discharge therefrom. The apparatus may be activated by an attendant-operated switch when associated with a bank teller or money changing station, or by an intruder operated sensor or switch when associated with a window or secured passageway or by other unauthorized activity.

Abstract: A theft deterrent apparatus is set forth wherein a plurality of nozzles are positioned within an elongate deflecting shield such that they may be manually and selectively activated by a foot pedal or secondary switch positioned for manual manipulation such as on a cash register. The nozzles dispense a disabling fluid chemical upon activation of a control valve by the foot pedal and cash register positioned switch. Optionally an overhead bank of similar fluid dispensing nozzles may be oriented where counter level positioning of such nozzles is not desirable. Alternatively, the counter mounted and overhead mounted nozzles may be utilized in combination.

Abstract: A security device for transporting documents of value such as bank notes, comprising an enclosure having a space for receiving the documents and housing a foam generating unit including a receptacle containing marker liquid adapted to foam up and color documents, said receptacle having openable closure means, a reserve of compressed gas having means for releasing compressed gas, actuating means for controlling said means for releasing compressed gas, at least one movable wall disposed inside said receptacle between said marker liquid and said means for releasing compressed gas, a liquid/air mixing means connected downstream of said receptacle closure means for converting marker liquid into marker foam in response to compressed gas released from said reserve urging said movable wall to force liquid via said closure means to said liquid/air mixing means, and discharge means for carrying marker foam from said liquid/air mixing means to said space for marking said documents.

Abstract: The invention relates to a physicochemical process for marking and/or destroying valuable documents confined in an enclosure known as a safety enclosure for their conveyance and for their storage, and to the device for making use of it.This invention applies to the conveyance or to the safe storage of documents whether wrapped or otherwise, whose purpose must be voided definitely in the event of theft.

Abstract: A pipe system for marking bank notes or other articles of value in a closed space with a dye at attempts at burglary comprises pipes shaped as oblong profiled housings (3). Each housing (3) contains a pressure rail (5) which will be pressed up against a dye bag (4) when an explosive charge (9) is ignited. Thereby the bag (4) will burst, and the dye will be sprayed upon the bank notes through a slot (2) in the bottom (1) of a tray carrying the notes. The spraying will occur practically at the same time along the entire slot (2), and any risk that spraying should be insufficient at some places because of pressure drop in the pipe lines is eliminated. The pressure rail (5) and the profiled housing (3) can be extruded at relatively small costs.

Abstract: In the event of an alarm being raised (e.g. by a sensor 34) by an attempt at breaking into a protected space (36) such as a safe or a strong room, a rapidly hardening foam is suddenly projected around or into the space to be protected. The expanding foam can also be used to drive additional door-barring means into position. The foam may be made by mixing two components that react together. The components can then be stored in tanks (23, 24), where they occupy little volume until the alarm is raised. The components are mixed in a mixing head (27) and projected into the space through a nozzle (28).

Abstract: In a method of providing safe control, storage and transportation of banknotes there is used a closeable cassette (1) provided with locking means, said cassette containing a liquid-dye container (9) which is activated when an attempt is made to force the cassette, thereby to render the banknotes unusable. To prevent a successful robbery against, for example, a store or like place in which banknotes are introduced into the cassette with the aid of a special infeed unit (19, 20), the cassette is constructed so that it can be removably connected to said infeed unit while exposing an infeed opening (16), said infeed unit suitably being provided with a counter means. In conjunction therewith, the associated infeed and packing means of the cassette are inserted into the unit, whereupon banknotes can be fed into the cassette. The cassette, with the banknotes therein, is then released from the infeed unit while closing the infeed opening, whereafter the cassette is transported to a collecting location, e.g.

Abstract: A fluid dispensing device for use as anti-burglar device is disclosed which discharges a fluid, containing a chemical such as tear gas, into an area to be protected when an intruder causes the device to be actuated. The anti-burglar device employs an electrothermal actuator strip for causing fluid discharge when an electric current flows through it. In addition, the fluid dispensing device may also be used as a metered spray atomizing device by the addition of a timing device for periodically actuating the valve of the pressurized container for emitting sprays of atomized fluid into the atmosphere for the spray application of insecticides, disinfectants, deodorants, room air fresheners and the like.

Abstract: A security device consisting of a box-like container having a discharge opening extending through one face thereof and which may be attached to a door or window of a residence or office, or to or adjacent an area which would be attractive to unauthorized persons, said box-like container has therein a removable and replaceable cartridge containing a disabling gas such as tear gas or the like, or a liquid dye of a particular color, or a potent distinctively smelling gas or liquid to be discharged at an unauthorized person.

Abstract: A trap for a criminal intended for use in a bank and including a bullet-proof transparent cage suspended in front of a teller's position and which drops over a criminal holding up the teller upon activation of an alarm device to totally entrap and enclose the criminal therein, and further including a gas canister automatically activated upon the entrapment of the criminal to deploy an anesthetic type gas to render the criminal helpless within the cage until the arrival of law enforcement personnel.

Abstract: A drive-up teller window protection apparatus which includes a plurality of downwardly directed nozzles connected to a fluid distribution system supported and housed in a roof structure extending outwardly from a drive-up teller window and positioned a distance above the ground sufficient to allow automobiles to pass thereunder. The fluid distribution system is connected to a fluid reservoir via a conduit having a pressure relief valve and a one-way check valve interposed therein. A source of pressurized fluid communicates with the fluid reservoir via a conduit having a remotely operated valve, a two-way valve, a one-way check valve and a pressure relief valve interposed therein. A second conduit communicates between the two-way valve and the fluid distribution system and includes a one-way check valve interposed therein.