Abstract: A vehicle includes a confirmation section that confirms, at a time of vehicle door locking, whether or not an information processing device configured to be used to perform the vehicle door locking, is inside the vehicle; a determination section that, in a case in which it has not been confirmed by the confirmation section that the information processing device is inside the vehicle, determines whether or not vibration or movement of the information processing device has been detected within a predetermined period of time from the door locking; and an actuation section that, in a case in which vibration or movement of the information processing device has not been detected by the determination section, actuates an alarm.

Abstract: A latch (10) includes a rotatable jaw (18) that engages and holds a striker (32) in a latched position. A rotatable pawl (28) in an engaged position is operative to hold the jaw in the latched position. Movement of the pawl to a disengaged position enables the jaw to move to an unlatched position and to disengage the striker. The pawl is movable from the engaged position to the disengaged position through operation of either an electrical actuator (84) or through movement of an actuating end (26) of the pawl by a cable (36).

Abstract: A latch (202) includes a catch jaw (210) which is operative to releasably engage a post. A release pawl (212) is operative to hold the catch jaw in a latched jaw position, and upon movement of the release pawl, enables the catch jaw to move to an unlatched jaw position. In an unlocked condition of the latch, movement of a handle (206) is operative to enable the latch to change from the latched to unlatched condition. The latch includes a keylock (240) and an electrical actuator (308). Each of the keylock and the electrical actuator are operative to independently change the condition of the latch between locked and unlocked conditions.

Abstract: Method and apparatus are disclosed for secure access to storage devices within vehicle cargo compartments. An example vehicle includes a rear gate including a gate lock, a cargo compartment accessible via the rear gate, a storage device positioned within the cargo compartment and including a storage lock, and a body control module (BCM) communicatively coupled to the gate lock and the storage lock. The BCM is to simultaneously unlock the rear gate and the storage device for a predefined period-of-time responsive to receiving a storage-access request.

Abstract: Latch mechanisms for vehicle compartment closure assemblies, methods for making or using such latch mechanisms, and motor vehicles with a latch system for sensing latching/unlatching of a closure assembly are presented. A latch mechanism includes a forkbolt that attaches to the vehicle body and moves between a latched position, engaging a striker and thereby latching a compartment closure assembly in a closed position, and an unlatched position, disengaging the striker. A detent lever attaches to the vehicle body adjacent the forkbolt and moves between a locked position, locking the forkbolt in the latched position, and an unlocked position, disengaging the forkbolt. A memory lever adjacent the forkbolt moves between a catching position, retaining the detent lever in the unlocked position, and a releasing position, disengaging the detent lever. The forkbolt, when moving from the unlatched to the latched position, moves the memory lever from the catching to the releasing position.

Abstract: A vehicle front body structure comprises: a hood for covering a top of an engine compartment provided in a front section of a vehicle; an engagement element provided at a front section of the hood; a radiator shroud provided at a front section of the engine compartment; an engagement counterpart element provided in front of the radiator shroud and engageable with the engagement element; a wire arranged to extend from a lateral side of the radiator shroud and pass through a position in front of the radiator shroud, and coupled to the engagement counterpart element; and a support supporting the engagement counterpart element with respect to the radiator shroud. The support has a protruding portion which protrudes toward a position capable of hindering at least a part of the wire from being visually seen from a front side of the vehicle body.

Abstract: A motor vehicle dual hood latch mechanism for engaging a striker of a hood having a closed latched position and a released position is disclosed. The dual hood latch assembly includes a master latch and an auxiliary latch, each having a latching ratchet engaging a hood striker, and an intermediate cable extending between the latches adapted to unlatch the latching ratchet of the auxiliary latch in response to the latching ratchet of the master latch being unlatched.

Abstract: Aspects of the disclosure provide for controlling a hood latch using an electrically actuated primary hood latch and an electrically actuated secondary hood latch. To open the hood of the vehicle, a person presses a hood release button. Before attempting to release either the primary hood latch or secondary hood latch, a determination is made whether a vehicle speed of the vehicle is below a minimum vehicle speed threshold. If the vehicle speed is below this threshold, both the primary electrical actuator for the primary hood latch and the secondary electrical actuator for the secondary hood latch are triggered, thereby releasing hood from a closed position into an open position. When the vehicle speed is above this vehicle speed threshold, only the primary electrical actuator for primary hood latch is triggered; leaving the hood in a partially open position held in place by the secondary hood latch.

Abstract: A latch-release actuating apparatus includes a switch element, a base member, and a cover member. The switch element is depressed via the cover member. In the latch-release actuating apparatus, a key top member and the cover member are formed to be long to extend horizontally from an upper region of the push button. The key top member is arranged on a back surface of the cover member so that a longitudinal direction of the key top member coincides with a longitudinal direction of the cover member. Furthermore, claws and retaining portions to which the claws are retained are arranged between the base member and both longitudinal ends of the key top member, thereby constituting a regulating unit for restricting separation of the key top member from the push button when the claw abuts on the retaining portion.

Abstract: A device includes a base secured in a car, a stopping block displaceable on the base, an actuating member for displacing the stopping block with, and a lock block secured around a steel rope of a control of a hood of the car, which control can be used to pull the steel rope for making the hood become openable; the stopping block has a big hole, and an horizontal slot communicating with the big hole and as high as center of the hole; the rope is passed through the stopping block with the lock block arranged behind the stopping block; the lock block can't pass through the slot; the stopping block is displaceable to such position as to exactly face the lock block at the slot, preventing the rope from being displaced; thus, thieves can't open the hood to cut off the power to the alarm for stopping sounding of the alarm.

Abstract: A mobile locking element and a method for unlocking a mobile element via the mobile locking element interacting with the mobile element, the method comprising the following steps:

Abstract: A device for disabling a motor vehicle having an engine, an engine compartment, a hood, a primary circuit enabling the operation of the engine and a power source. The device includes a remote receiver having a pair of remote controlled switches which are controlled between contact and open positions by a remote transmitter. The device connects one of the switches with a primary circuit with the switch normally in a contact position maintaining the power circuit normally complete. A secondary electrical circuit which controls electrically actuated hood locks is also provided. Second switches of the remote receiver are connected in the secondary circuit with the second switches being normally open which maintains the secondary circuit normally broken.

Abstract: A lock mechanism is mounted on a pivotal trunk lid. A lid drawing mechanism is mounted in a fixed member of a trunk space of a vehicle body. The lid drawing mechanism includes a motor mounting plate which is stationary, a striker base plate which is pivotally connected to the motor mounting plate and an output disc which pivots the striker base plate when rotated. The striker base plate has a striker which is engageable with the lock mechanism. A power unit is mounted to the fixed member and includes an electric motor and a speed reduction gear which are installed in a housing secured to the motor mounting plate. A rotation transmitting device is employed for transmitting rotation of the spur gear to the output disc irrespective of a certain axial displacement therebetween.

Abstract: A motor vehicle security device preventing unauthorized entry into a vehicle compartment includes a locking reel mounted in the compartment and a cable between the locking reel and compartment closure. The unwinding of the cable from the locking reel to release the compartment closure is remotely controlled. An emergency mounting release and release circuit are provided for respectively dismounting the locking reel and deactivating the security device and thus allowing access to the vehicle compartment.

Abstract: The car locking device of the present invention has a latch to be engaged with a striker, a ratchet for preventing the reversal of said latch, an opening lever for disengaging said ratchet from said latch, a locking lever for changing over said intermediate lever and said opening lever between an engaged state (unlocked state) or a disengaged state (locked state), and the first and second change-over levers. The key device of a door is connected to said first change-over lever, and said locking lever is connected to said second change-over lever. Said first and second change-over levers are rotationally moved together by key operation between the locking position and the unlocking position, and in the case of the excessive turn beyond the unlocking position, the first change-over lever only is rotationally moved, with said second change-over lever and said lock lever kept stationary.

Abstract: The disclosure involves a lock and control assembly which can be either manually operated after insertion of a key in a lock cylinder or electrically energized by a switch from a remote location so that it can be thereafter manually manipulated without insertion of the key in the lock cylinder. The lock and control assembly also includes a mechanical override means to enable it to be actuated to its locked position, but not its unlocked position, in the event of an electrical power failure or a failure in the energizable means.

Abstract: A motor bicycle is provided with an article accommodating box for a helmet which is disposed above an upper portion of an engine unit. The article box is provided with a bottom portion extending rearwardly along the upper portion of an intake system connected to the engine unit and the front portion of the bottom portion rises upwardly at the upper rear portion of the engine cylinder head. The box is provided with a cover having an improved solar heat insulation structure by forming an air passage within an upper portion of the cover. The box is further provided with a ventilation member for air circulation within the interior of the box. The box is locked by means of a locking mechanism which is provided with a device for preventing the box cover from being erroneously locked or unlocked. The motor bicycle may be provided with an additional article accommodating box for an extra helmet at a location defined by means of a space between the head pipe, the cowling and the front fork.

Abstract: An improved deck lid lock with remote release for motor vehicles. The deck lid lock employs a solenoid operated rotatable armature which acts directly on a leg of a rotatable latch plate which engages a lock bar. On energization of the solenoid, the armature is attracted to the solenoid causing it to disengage the latch plate so that the deck lid may be opened. When the deck lid is closed, the lock bar is engaged by the latch plate which is returned to its normal latched position in engagement with the armature. The deck lid lock further includes a rotatable key cam which acts on the armature to enable release of the deck lid through conventional external key actuation.

Abstract: A locking apparatus with a key comprising a cylindrical body, a cylindrical operation member mounted inside the body, a first spring for returning the operation member to an original position, a key rotor mounted inside the operation member, a second spring for urging the key rotor to rotate to an original position, a limiting member provided in the key rotor, a third spring for urging the limiting member to project outwardly from the key rotor, an engagement portion disposed in the body, the engagement portion being engaged with the limiting member projected outwardly by the third spring when the operation member is pushed inwardly by a predetermined stroke along the axis against the first spring by a manual operation, and a disengagement portion provide in the body, the disengagement portion unlocking the limiting member from the engagement portion thereby returning the operation member and the key rotor to original positions under the elastic forces of the first and second springs in response to rotation o

Abstract: A push lock actuable anti-theft vehicle device for a vehicle having a hood. A hood coupling member for coupling the hood to the vehicle is secured within an engine compartment of the vehicle and has a first locked position and a second unlocked position. The hood coupling member is operable by a keyed push lock member through a cable. An electrical contact is opened or closed by an engagement member of the push lock member upon actuation of the coupling member. The push lock member is manually operable to lock the coupling member and is operable by a restricted distribution key to unlock the coupling member.

Abstract: A security device for locking the cable of a bonnet lock of a car comprising a housing with cable inlets. The inner core of the cable is secured to a cable engaging member which is movable within the housing on a pivot member about a pivot pin. A solenoid spindle mounted on the pivot member engages a bracket mounted on the housing to prevent pivotal movement of the cable engaging member. A compression spring biases the spindle into engagement with the bracket on de-energizing of the solenoid to lock the cable.

Abstract: A theft protection electric cable includes at least one conducting core, a sheath which is least partially insulating, and a suitable connection. The cable is characterized in that it is connected between a source of electrical voltage and a user member by at least one contactor (3), said contactor receiving information concerning the conducting or non-conducting state of the cable and including a spring or switch (11, 34) for interrupting the passage of electricity as a function of said information.

Abstract: A cooling system for an internal combustion engine equipped with an auxiliary fan, which is adapted to be selectively engaged and is arranged inside of a space adapted to be closed by means of a lid (engine hood); the fan is controlled in dependence on the position of this lid. Especially with an open engine hood, a sudden and unexpectedly occurring re-starting of the fan is avoided having been turned-off so that injuries to limbs of a servicing person who works in direct proximity of the fan is practically precluded.

Abstract: A solenoid activated locking system primarily for hood and trunk manual release systems for vehicles. The solenoid is connected to a cable tied to the latch of a conventional hood or trunk release system. Unless activated, the solenoid prevents manual release of the trunk or hood lids to prevent access to the truck or engine compartment to someone who has obtained unauthorized access to the vehicle interior. The solenoid is automatically actuated for a preselected period of time whenever the ignition is turned on or off or when a reset switch is closed for more than a minimum and less than a maximum period of time. In addition, the solenoid is activated automatically during closure of the hood or trunk lid to permit secure engagement of the corresponding latch mechanism. An emergency release cable, hidden in an obscure location external of the vehicle, is provided for enabling manual release of the solenoid in the event of vehicle battery failure or other otherwise disabling event.

Abstract: A central locking system in a motor vehicle, by means of which an automatic locking of at least the rear lid is effected in every case when the vehicle is driven with non-desired locking of the doors.

Abstract: An electrically actuated rear deck lock mechanism which may be locked or unlocked in a conventional manner or by a remotely actuated solenoid located in the passenger compartment of the vehicle. The lock mechanism latches the deck lid by engaging a lock bar after closure of the deck lid and through the use of a cam entrapping the lock bar to move it to a locked position. Once in the locked position, the electrical locking mechanism is free of all mechanical forces applied to the latch member such that any forces experienced during normal operation of the vehicle are observed through the mechanical inner lock of the latch with the lock bar without undue effect on the electrical components of the latch. The lock mechanism can also be moved to a locking position without interfering with the electrical locking portion of the mechanism.

Abstract: An electrically actuated rear deck lock mechanism which may be locked or unlocked in a conventional manner. The lock mechanism latches the deck lid by engaging a lock bar after closure of the deck lid and through the use of a cam entrapping the lock bar to move it to a locked position. Once in the locked position, the electrical locking mechanism is free of all mechanical forces applied to the latch member such that any forces experienced during normal operation of the vehicle are observed through the mechanical inner lock of the latch with the lock bar without undue effect on the electrical components of the latch. The lock mechanism can also be moved to a locking position without interfering with the electrical locking portion of the mechanism and may be manually unlocked in the event of an electrical power failure.

Abstract: A device for electrical opening and closing of a motor lid, such as a trunk lid, equipped with a lock of the cocking type includes a case in which a latch and a locking lever are mounted to pivot. The locking of the lock is done mechanically during the closing of the lid and is extended by a complete electrical closing of the lid as a result of a gearmotor which assures the axial sliding of the case inside a sleeve. The partial electrical opening is obtained by rotation in a reverse direction of the gearmotor, which causes the axial exiting of the case outside of the sleeve together with the automatic unlocking of the cocking lock.

Abstract: Tamper-resistant features are provided for a vehicle hood-locking and ignition disabling apparatus which functions as an automotive anti-theft device. These tamper resistant features are responsive to efforts to defeat or by-pass the anti-theft device and comprise: 1. a magnetically-operated alarm; 2. a lock "breakaway" portion responsive to efforts to break or pull the lock portion of anti-theft device; and 3. an underhood dead latch assembly adapted to dead-bolt the hood of the vehicle in a closed position, and to latch the ignition-disabling circuitry in a closed position.

Abstract: A lock for a vehicle hood release prevents theft of the vehicle by being heavily armored and having a housing which is secured to a frame member within a vehicle with device cables protected by an armored tube passing from the passenger compartment, through the firewall and into the engine housing of the vehicle--with an appropriate switch wire or switch wires capable of reentering the passenger compartment from the engine housing by passing through the firewall to a switch or switches in the passenger compartment of the vehicle hidden at a plurality of secretive points.

Abstract: A security system for a vehicle having an engine compartment covered by a hood, and an ignition switch for operating the engine, includes a common housing for protecting a hood lock and an ignition lock switch. An electric circuit is provided for shorting an ignition coil during periods of non-use of the vehicle to prevent theft of the vehicle, the circuit being disarmed by the lock switch for a sufficient interval of time to permit use of the ignition switch for starting the engine. A lock-up feature within the circuit maintains the circuit in the disarmed state during operation of the vehicle, and automatically rearms the circuit upon retrieval of the ignition key.

Abstract: Electric locks of the armed type comprise a movable bolt assembly actuated by various levers, powered by a motorized reduction gear assembly and capable of hooking a keeper mounted on a stationary part of the body. The bolt assembly comprises a locking lever of a keeper and a blocking lever of the locking lever, both biased in the hooked position by a common spring. A rotating control body controls the preceding levers, and rotates successively in the opening direction and in the reverse closing direction while being powered by a motorized reduction assembly in response to the impulses of electric current.

Abstract: A lock release mechanism which is operable in conjunction with a locking device on an access means, such as a hood into a portion of a vehicle, preferably an automotive vehicle. The lock release mechanism comprises an outer housing having a shiftable locking element therein. The shiftable locking element is locked when a shiftable plunger, such as a wedge, is biased into locking position. The lock release mechanism also includes a solenoid which is energized to remove the plunger from the locking position. When the plunger is removed from its locking position, the lock device on the access means can be operated.The lock release mechanism is preferably designed for use in vehicles of the type equipped with a safety interlock system and which is electrically operable pursuant to the introduction of a preselected code through a plurality of manually operable input switches.

Abstract: A locking means for a trunk in an automobile is disclosed which can be unlocked by the rotation of a key inserted in a key cylinder of the trunk and which comprises a first switch provided at a proper location in the room of the automobile to open and close a D.C. circuit including an actuator means for unlocking the locking means. A second switch which is usually closed is provided in said D.C. circuit in such a way as to be opened by the rotation of said key inserted in the key cylinder of the trunk in a direction contrary to that for unlocking the locking means, thereby it becomes possible for a proprietor of the automobile who stands outside the automobile near the trunk to actuate the second switch so as to prevent the opening of the trunk by any other person against the will of the proprietor.

Abstract: Theft prevention apparatus is disclosed which automatically locks the hood of a motor vehicle and disables the ignition system of the vehicle whenever the engine of the vehicle is turned off. When the vehicle's ignition switch is turned off, a solenoid coupled to the ignition system by a relay is selectively energized to disengage a latching member from a transverse radial groove provided in a slide member. Responsively, the slide member, under the influence of a bias spring, travels to an enabling position where it actuates a microswitch which disables the ignition system. The slide member is also coupled to a hood lock mechanism by the slide wire of a flexible cable and locks the hood lock mechanism when it is at the enabling position. A key-operated release mechanism is provided to manually retract the slide member to reset the apparatus.

Abstract: The vehicle locking apparatus is used in a vehicle having a motor compartment, a motor therein, a hood for the compartment and a starting system for the motor. A safe compartment is positioned within the passenger compartment, and includes a lockable door. A switch within the safe disconnects the starting system from the motor when the door is closed. A hood lock has an actuator within the safe which is positioned to lock the hood when the door is closed. The safe compartment has an outer shell of heavy gauge metal interconnected with an inner shell of heavy gauge metal. The door is locked by a locking cam which is received in a slot on the inner shell and a slot on an inwardly extending projection of the door. When the door is closed the motor cannot be started and the hood is locked. The slots provide a double locking action making it difficult to force the door open when the safe compartment is locked.

Abstract: Mechanism for retarding the speed of closure of the door of an automotive vehicle to prevent slamming and also to effect complete closure of the door after the same has been slowed. A hydraulic piston and cylinder cushioning device is utilized to slow the closure speed of the door to a predetermined low rate and a solenoid-actuated door closing device is utilized to effect a complete closing of the door after slowing by the cushioning device. The cushioning device may be mounted in the door of the vehicle and includes a plunger engageable with the door frame or body of the vehicle to decelerate the door during the last portion of movement thereof toward a closed position. The door closing device may also be mounted in the door of the vehicle and has a latch which coacts with a striker on the body of the vehicle to effect complete closure of the door.