For Portable Articles Patents (Class 70/58)
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Publication number: 20120317779Abstract: In some embodiments of the invention, a security apparatus for a portable electronic device is provided. The security apparatus may include a plurality of shell portions, each shaped to wrap around part of a perimeter of the portable electronic device. The security apparatus may further include a connecting portion that engages at least one of the plurality of shell portions and to thereby couple the plurality of shell portions to each other. At least one of the connecting portion and one or more of the plurality of shell portions may include an attachment device, the attachment device being configured to engage with a locking head, thereby locking relative positions of the plurality of shell portions and the connecting portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 19, 2012Publication date: December 20, 2012Applicant: ACCO Brands CorporationInventors: Stephen Myers, Jonathan Corpuz, Jonathan Stacey
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Patent number: 8307677Abstract: A key containment apparatus includes a key container having a pocket and a liner positioned in the pocket of the key container, the liner being shaped to receive a key.Type: GrantFiled: January 6, 2011Date of Patent: November 13, 2012Assignee: UTC Fire & Security CorporationInventors: Wayne Larson, Matthew S. Hill, Jon Marc Luebeck
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Patent number: 8302436Abstract: A linkage lock comprises a lock body, a linkage chain, and a lock mechanism arranged in the lock body. The linkage chain is formed via linking a plurality of link plates and has a first end joined with the lock body and a second end able to be inserted into and secured to a socket of the lock body. The lock body has a shaft. When intending to collect the linkage lock whose second end is unlocked, the user winds the linkage chain around the surface of the shaft with the shaft being a central axis to fold the linkage lock.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2011Date of Patent: November 6, 2012Assignee: Sinox Co., Ltd.Inventor: Mei Ling Cheung
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Publication number: 20120272693Abstract: A method for securing a portable electronic device having a housing to a substantially immovable object utilizing a locking assembly having a security rod or spike formed with an anchoring end separated axially by a protruding end, a locking device with an internal locking mechanism and a cable permanently attached to the locking device at one end, includes the steps of securedly fixing the anchoring end of the security rod or spike to the portable electronic device upon or through the housing, attaching an other end of the cable to the substantially immovable object and inserting the protruding end of the security rod into an opening in the locking device to actuate the internal locking mechanism and lock the locking device to the captive security rod. Locking the security rod to the locking device concurrently locks the portable electronic device to which it is anchored to the substantially immovable object.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 18, 2012Publication date: November 1, 2012Inventor: Peter Allen
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Patent number: 8297088Abstract: An enclosure includes a main body, a cover for covering the main body, a movable member movably attached to an inner surface of the main body, and a latch member. The main body defines a through hole. The cover defines a through hole aligning with the through hole of the main body. The movable member defines a locking hole. The locking hole includes a small part and a large part communicating with the small part. The movable member is moved to align the large part of the locking hole with the through hole of the second sidewall. The latch member extends through the through hole of the cover, the through hole of the second sidewall, and the large part of the locking hole. The movable member then is restored, thereby the latch portion engaging in the small part of the locking hole.Type: GrantFiled: May 15, 2011Date of Patent: October 30, 2012Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.Inventors: Guang-Yi Zhang, Jia-Qi Fu, Pu-Yu Yao
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Patent number: 8297086Abstract: A loop connector and a cable lock having the loop connector are provided. The cable lock includes a cable, a lock body, and the loop connector. The lock body has a lock unit and a restricting unit. The lock unit can restrict or release the restricting unit to allow the restricting unit to movably restrict or release the cable. The cable thereby extends or retracts in this manner. The loop connector has a connector body that includes a first through hole and a second through hole. The first through hole and the second through hole are adjacent to each other, wherein the normal direction of the cross section of the first through hole is perpendicular to the normal direction of the cross section of the second through hole. When the cable passing through the lock body passes through the loop connector, the cable forms a plurality of loops at the lock body with the loop connector and the lock body to secure and protect one or more articles from being stolen.Type: GrantFiled: December 7, 2010Date of Patent: October 30, 2012Assignee: Sinox Co., LtdInventors: Chang-Chiang Yu, Chia-Hung Wang
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Patent number: 8297857Abstract: An adjustable locking camera support assembly is provided. The assembly includes a camera support assembly and a ground engaging assembly. The camera support assembly includes a first support in telescopic communication with a second support, a camera mount pivotally connected to the first support, and a support plate connected to the second support, the support plate includes a first aperture forming a passage to a hollow portion of the second support, and a second aperture. The ground engaging assembly includes a retention plate having a first side opposing a second side, an orifice carried by the retention plate, a first member connected to the first side of the retention plate, the first member being removably received by the first aperture and hollow portion of the second support of the camera support assembly, and a second member connected to the second side of the retention plate, the second member carrying an auger.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2010Date of Patent: October 30, 2012Inventor: Brad Schippers
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Patent number: 8297090Abstract: A theft prevention device includes a base having body with a pair of side walls; a base protrusion protruding from an edge of the body, the base protrusion having a base protrusion opening; and a fastener opening configured to receive a fastener for coupling the base to an external device; and a sleeve adapted to mate with the base, the sleeve having a bottom wall; a pair of side walls extending from the bottom wall; an end wall extending from the bottom wall and between the side walls, the end wall having an end wall slot adapted to receive the base protrusion; and a sleeve protrusion protruding from an edge of the sleeve and having a sleeve protrusion opening configured to be substantially aligned with the base protrusion opening when the base protrusion is inserted through the end wall slot.Type: GrantFiled: February 19, 2010Date of Patent: October 30, 2012Assignee: Gary Fong Photographic, Inc.Inventor: Gary M. Fong
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Publication number: 20120260698Abstract: A lock includes an assembly of a slot engaging member insertable in a slot of a piece of equipment being locked, such as a portable or desktop computer, a laptop, notebook or other handheld electronic device, a monitor, a television/video screen, a video game, an electronic instrument such as an oscillator or a medical centrifuge or other analytical device, or the like. A rotatable locking member engages an anchor sub-assembly having a rotatable element, wherein the rotatable element communicates with a spring force urging against the rotatable locking member. The rotatable locking member is alternately movable in and out of the slot in which it is inserted, and the locking element is rotatable by finger force overcoming said spring force against the locking member, wherein the lock is locked without use of a tool.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 23, 2012Publication date: October 18, 2012Applicant: THINK PRODUCTS, INC.Inventors: Peter Allen, Andrzej Marszalek
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Patent number: 8281464Abstract: A buckle includes a first fastener and a second fastener. The second fastener has two hooks. The first fastener includes a socket, a locking piece disposed in the socket, and two first locking portions formed on the socket for mating with the hooks. The locking piece is slidingly connected in the socket to cooperate with the second fastener. When the first fastener is engaged with the second fastener, the locking piece enters the second fastener to restrict the movement of the second fastener, so that the second fastener cannot be released unless the locking piece is removed from the second fastener and the hooks of the second fastener are pressed. Thus, the second fastener can be released only when the locking piece is moved, thereby preventing a problem that the second fastener may be separated from the first fastener when the hooks of the second fastener are incautiously pressed. A user has to move the locking piece with one hand and presses the hooks with another hand.Type: GrantFiled: June 14, 2010Date of Patent: October 9, 2012Assignee: Giotto's Industrial Inc.Inventor: Wei-Hong Shen
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Patent number: 8281624Abstract: There is disclosed an anti-shoplifting device for projecting holders (4), in particular for the display of blister packs, comprising a first (1) and a second body (2), which are mutually movable between a locked position, in which they define an opening (21) for the passage of a hooked projecting holder, ensured by locking assembly (8, 9, 10), and an unlocked position achieved by unlocking assembly (12, 13, 14, 15) acting on the locking assembly (8, 9, 10). The locked and unlocked positions are such that the device is respectively hooked or removable from the projecting holder (4). Further, the first and second bodies (1, 2) are rotateably coupled in a separable manner by a rotating structure.Type: GrantFiled: November 27, 2007Date of Patent: October 9, 2012Assignee: Designer Club SRLInventor: Daniel Rizzi
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Publication number: 20120247159Abstract: The present invention relates to an anti-theft system for a camper. The camper is supported at its front end by a pair of spaced-apart jacks. The system includes a barrier having a first end operatively connecting to a first one of the jacks and a second end opposite thereof. The second end of the barrier operatively connects to a second one of the jacks. The barrier extends in a horizontal direction and is positioned and configured to prevent an unauthorized vehicle from passing underneath the camper and mounting of the camper onto the vehicle.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 30, 2011Publication date: October 4, 2012Inventor: Mathew Bradley Shelton
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Patent number: 8276410Abstract: A security storage container has a primary security feature that is adapted to be locked and unlocked with an appropriate key. A secondary security feature is activated when the security storage container is opened without first unlocking the lock with the key. In one embodiment, the secondary security feature includes prongs that are moved to an extended position when the primary security feature of the container is defeated. In the extended position, the prongs will at least damage the item of merchandise protected by the security storage container. The extended position of the prongs may also further lock the item of merchandise within the security storage container.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2011Date of Patent: October 2, 2012Assignee: Checkpoint Systems, Inc.Inventors: Nicholas M. Sedon, Dennis D. Belden, Jr., William Shepler
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Publication number: 20120240641Abstract: A theft prevention device including a housing comprising a base and a cam ring, the cam ring comprising at least one cam; an actuator rotatably coupled to the housing, wherein the actuator has a side wall defining a central space configured to receive an object; a coupler generally between the housing and the actuator, the coupler having teeth configured to engage the object in the central space; wherein the theft prevention device has an engaging orientation in which the coupler contacts the cam and wherein the teeth protrude from the side wall of the actuator.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 23, 2011Publication date: September 27, 2012Inventor: Gary M. Fong
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Publication number: 20120240640Abstract: A security device, comprising, a bolt, comprising, a head, wherein the head comprises at least one functional marker; and a hollow cylinder, the hollow cylinder comprising a bolt internal threaded surface and a bolt external threaded surface, wherein the bolt internal threaded surface extends through the head; and a nut, comprising, a first nut cylinder, wherein the first nut cylinder is internally grooved threaded and of the same diameter as the bolt external threaded surface; and a second nut cylinder, whereby the second nut cylinder is capable of containing the head of the bolt when the bolt external threaded surface is securely screwed into the first nut cylinder. A bolt, the bolt further comprising at least one functional marker, and where the bolt is externally threaded in reverse.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 22, 2011Publication date: September 27, 2012Inventors: THOMAS DIAZ, LEONARDO F. LOPEZ
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Patent number: 8274788Abstract: A portable computer includes a base, a display panel rotatably connected to the base, a locking mechanism mounted to the display panel, and a security lock. The base includes a receiving chamber and a hole communicating with the receiving chamber. The locking mechanism includes a main body, a rotation member rotatably connected to the display panel, and a sliding member. The rotation member includes an extending end defining a receiving hole. The extending end is operable to be received in the receiving chamber. The sliding member includes a hook portion being received in the receiving hole. The hook portion is capable of disengaged from the receiving hole, causing the extending end to rotate by the thereof. The security lock includes a latch for engaging the extending end to prevent the extending end of the rotation member from disengaging from the base, to lock the display panel to the base.Type: GrantFiled: August 26, 2010Date of Patent: September 25, 2012Assignees: Fu Tai Hua Industry (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.Inventor: Li-Jun Yang
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Publication number: 20120234057Abstract: An anti-theft assembly for deterring theft of a ring is provided. The anti-theft assembly includes a base that can be used to support an electronic article surveillance marker; a product engagement member including a support member that supports the ring during use and a locking member that secures the support member to the base; and an attachment member for securing the ring to the support member. In one embodiment, the support member and the locking member are a single, unitary member. In another embodiment, the support member and the locking member are separate members. Once assembled, upon applying a twisting force to the ring the engagement member rotates within the opening so that the attachment member is not broken.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 19, 2011Publication date: September 20, 2012Applicant: DISPLAY TECHNOLOGIES, INC.Inventors: Jeffrey A. Feibelman, Andrew S. Feldman, David W. Brown
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Patent number: 8266933Abstract: An adjustable archery bow lock for an archery bow with bow strings, or a limb with a cam or a pulley, includes a locking first frame with first and second rod receiving apertures there through. A lock mechanism is on the first frame with a moveable and securable locking index pin. A parallel second frame has first and second rods that are adapted to capture and immobilize the bow strings, or the cam or pulley with the limb. The rods pass through the receiving apertures. The second rod has a series of aligned indentations. The rods are secured to the first frame with the locking index pin secured into one of the indentations to prevent drawing or firing of the bow.Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 2009Date of Patent: September 18, 2012Assignee: Acu-Archery, LLCInventors: Jerry R. Bishir, Jr., Glenn A. Butcher, Joshua W. Butcher
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Publication number: 20120227448Abstract: A rotatable lock for a portable electronic device includes a first casing, a second casing, two interlocking members, an I-shaped engaging member, a driving member, an elastic member and a lock core. The lock core is a depressible tubular lock having a limiting slot adjacent to an end and a key hole on another end. The key hole is an axial slot and has a plurality of protrusions and a positioning slot disposed in an inner wall, and a pivoted sliding rod. The key is a hollow column and has a positioning pin and a plurality of grooves. To unlock the lock, a positioning pin of the key needs to be aligned with the positioning slot of the key hole, and then the groove of the key engages with the protrusion of the key hole of the lock core such that the key is able to be rotated.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2011Publication date: September 13, 2012Applicant: INGAMAR CO., LTD.Inventor: Jason Su
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Patent number: 8264835Abstract: A base includes an engaging module, a release button and a code lock module. The release button presses the engaging module to release the host. The code lock module includes a cam assembly, a plurality of dials and a retaining assembly. The cam assembly includes cams arranged along an axis. Each of the dials has a recess for containing one of the cams. The retaining assembly includes a lock head and an elastic element. When one of the dials is rotated to separate one of the cams from the recess, the cam assembly pushes the lock head to be fastened to the release button and make the elastic element deform. When the dials are rotated to allow each recess to contain one cam, the cam assembly moves away from the lock head, and the elastic element restores to drive the lock head to be separated from the release button.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2010Date of Patent: September 11, 2012Assignee: Pegatron CorporationInventors: Yi-Chun Tang, Ho-Ching Huang, Hu-Chen Wang, I-Tien Hsieh, Mei-Yin Yeh
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Publication number: 20120222458Abstract: A security apparatus which secures a portable device such as a printer and has a substantially flat base which has openings to receive mushroom-head studs of the printer. An upright plate extends substantially perpendicular from the base and is positioned against the rear of the printer housing and its cover, to prevent opening of the cover. A locking shaft is movable to a locking position to prevent disconnecting the printer housing from the base of the security apparatus. The locking shaft is secured in its locking position by means of a locking mechanism which is operated by a key, which can be any type of key, including push button keys or a combination lock and the like.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 2, 2012Publication date: September 6, 2012Inventor: Meir Avganim
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Publication number: 20120224308Abstract: An electronic apparatus and a locking slot set thereof are disclosed. The locking slot set is used in the electronic apparatus for cooperating with a master lock, and the electronic apparatus includes a housing. The locking slot set includes a first locking slot and a second locking slot. The first locking slot is disposed on a first surface of the housing. The second locking slot is disposed adjacent to the first locking slot on the housing. The second locking slot and the first locking slot are connected to each other. At least one of the first locking slot and the second locking slot is used to be inserted by the master lock.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 1, 2012Publication date: September 6, 2012Applicant: PEGATRON CORPORATIONInventors: Chih-Hao Lu, Shu-Fang Chueh
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Publication number: 20120216581Abstract: The present invention discloses a computer lock including a lock body, a guide seat, a lock tongue seat, a spring, a hook cylinder, and a cable rope set. The hook cylinder has a hook part extending outwards from the front end thereof. The hook part is arranged at inner wall of a slot of a computer; by lock actuation of a key, the guide seat is actuated to guide the lock tongue of the lock tongue seat to outstretch forward and enter the slot along the guide groove on the front end of the hook cylinder. By the foregoing mechanism, the computer lock is of being easy operation and can be locked and unlocked conveniently to prevent the computer from being stolen.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 25, 2011Publication date: August 30, 2012Applicant: HANDYWAY CO., LTD.Inventor: CHIN-HUI TSAI
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Patent number: 8234757Abstract: A theft resistant strap and buckle assembly for securing cargo on a vehicle rack includes a strap and a buckle. The strap is reinforced to resist cutting. The buckle has a lock and pawl device that operates to prevent loosening of the strap when the buckle is locked.Type: GrantFiled: June 26, 2009Date of Patent: August 7, 2012Assignee: Yakima Products, Inc.Inventor: Kevin E. Lesley
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Patent number: 8235223Abstract: The present invention provides a lockable eyewear display system. One embodiment of the system includes a support frame on which the eyewear is placed, a lock that secures the eyewear to the frame, and a key that removes the lock from the frame. The device may further include an anchor connected to the frame that anchors the frame to a fixture or display object such as a rack or furniture. In another embodiment, the eyewear display device includes an articulating joint allowing at least a portion of the support frame to be swiveled.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2011Date of Patent: August 7, 2012Assignee: Eye Designs, LLCInventors: Alan Winig, Richard Winig, James Eldon
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Publication number: 20120192600Abstract: A sensor is provided for displaying an item of merchandise on a display stand. The sensor includes a bottom portion having a recess formed therein and a top portion movably disposed on the bottom portion and adapted for attaching the item of merchandise to the sensor. A power connector is configured to be received within the recess formed in the bottom portion and retained therein when the top portion is aligned with and secured to the bottom portion such that the power connector cannot be removed from the sensor. The sensor may further include an optional anti-rotation bracket for preventing an unauthorized person from rotating the merchandise relative to the sensor and thereby detaching the item of merchandise from the sensor.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 30, 2011Publication date: August 2, 2012Applicant: INVUE SECURITY PRODUCTS INC.Inventors: Michael R. Johnston, Larry K. Hooks, JR.
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Patent number: 8230707Abstract: A system is disclosed. It includes a portable electronic device comprising a lock interface member having a first aperture configured to engage with a first security apparatus and a second aperture configured to engage with a second security apparatus. At least one of the first security apparatus and the second security apparatus is engaged with the lock interface member.Type: GrantFiled: May 21, 2008Date of Patent: July 31, 2012Assignee: ACCO Brands CorporationInventors: John Hung, Ryan White
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Patent number: 8228185Abstract: The invention relates to a method for lifting containers (6), all containers (6) to be lifted being connected by means of locks (1). The method comprises the steps of by an external unit (2, 4) requesting a first piece of information regarding if the locks (1) that are arranged on a container to be lifted are locked or unlocked, requesting a second piece of information regarding one or more given requirements that the locks (1) to be lifted and are locked meet. Then said first and second pieces of information regarding the locks to be lifted are transferred to the external unit (2, 4) or to another unit. In the external unit (2, 4) or in another unit it is then judged if all locks (1) that should be locked are locked and if they meet requirements required for the lift. If that is the case, lift of said container (6) takes place. The invention also relates to a system.Type: GrantFiled: June 11, 2008Date of Patent: July 24, 2012Assignee: Loxysystem ABInventor: Dag Tryggö
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Patent number: 8228186Abstract: The invention relates to a method to determine the relative position of a container corner lock and/or a group of container corner locks in relation to other container corner locks. The method comprises the steps of: requesting information regarding identification from those locks (1) that are within a certain area; transferring said information to each lock (1) within said area; storing, in each lock (1) within said area, said requested information from other locks within the area; determining, based on said stored information, the relative position of the lock and/or of the group of locks. The invention also relates to a system and a container corner lock.Type: GrantFiled: June 11, 2008Date of Patent: July 24, 2012Assignee: Loxysystem ABInventor: Dag Tryggö
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Publication number: 20120180292Abstract: A security lock assembly includes a channel blocking frame, deadbolt and a pin-lock assembly. The channel blocking frame defines a central opening along a first axis and a pair of opposing apertures along a second axis orthogonal to the first. The deadbolt also defines an aperture or bore extending therethrough for alignment with the frame's opposing apertures when positioned at least partially within the central opening of the channel blocking frame. The pin lock assembly has an elongated shaft dimensioned to extend through opposing apertures of the lock frame and deadbolt thereby entrapping the deadbolt within the channel blocking frame. Enlarged ends of the pin lock assembly prevent unauthorized removal of the pin-lock, the deadbolt, and thus the installed lock assembly from a detachable assembly (e.g., plow). The security lock assembly when secured within an attachment channel of a plow prevents unauthorized attachment without first removing the security lock assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 27, 2011Publication date: July 19, 2012Inventor: Donald E. Clark
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Patent number: 8220297Abstract: A low cost locking device for securing special forms in paper trays when a printer is unattended that can be easily be field installed without screws or other fasteners or tools includes a bracket tray lock, a tray lock plate assembly and a padlock that cooperate to prevent the paper trays from being removed from the printer without a key for the padlock.Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 2008Date of Patent: July 17, 2012Assignee: Xerox CorporationInventors: Thomas C Palumbo, Charles R Brewer, III, George P Powers
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Publication number: 20120160139Abstract: A ground lock is formed of a main shaft having a first latching structure near its upper end and a ground fastener at its lower end. A mating member provides a cooperative latching structure and slides on the main shaft between raised and lowered positions. In one of the raised or lowered positions, the two latching structures are latchable, allowing the mating member to drive the main shaft to engage or disengage the ground fastener. In the other of the raised or lowered positions, the second latching structure is non-latchable with the first latching structure such that the main shaft is disabled from driving the ground fastener.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2010Publication date: June 28, 2012Inventor: Cordell Pearce
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Patent number: 8201425Abstract: A lock member includes a body having a lower surface below which a male lock pin projects in an orientation that allows it to be received in a female lock member. The lower surface is continuous, entirely surrounds, and is spaced from the lock pin. The spacing provides room to receive the upper portion of the disc retaining hub. The ring-shaped planar portion may rest directly against or closely adjacent the upper surface of a media disc. In one configuration, the ring-shaped planar portion spaces the lock pin from an EAS tag chamber. The configuration of the lock member increases the likelihood that the media disc will be damaged during a physical attack on the lock member.Type: GrantFiled: June 8, 2006Date of Patent: June 19, 2012Assignee: Autronic Plastics, Inc.Inventors: Ronald K. Burdett, Kevin Kirtz
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Publication number: 20120144886Abstract: An anti-theft lock assembly used in conjunction with ignition switches and locks which are operated by universal keys. The device can be attached to, and operate, the universal switch or lock by the use of non-universal key. Once the device is attached to the universal switch or lock the key to operate the device can be turned to the key lock position and then extracted, locking the device to the universal key switch or lock, therefore restricting the ability to operate the switch or lock with a universal key. The device can be easily removed by simply inserting the key into the device, rotating the key to the vertical position and removing the device, giving on the ability to operate the switch or lock with the universal key as normal. The device does not, however, need to be removed in order to operate the switch or lock. With the device attached, the switch or lock can be operated in the same manner as before using the key provided with the device to operate the switch or lock.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 20, 2011Publication date: June 14, 2012Inventor: Eric Wolfgang Melchior
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Patent number: 8191851Abstract: An apparatus and method are disclosed for securing an electrical device at a desired location. The apparatus includes a housing comprising a support surface on which an electronic device can be supported and a pair of opposed jaw members mounted with the housing, locatable with respect to each other, and arranged to be urged against respective sides of an electronic device to thereby clamp the electronic device at a desired location. At least one of the jaw members includes a region arranged to urge the electronic device against the support surface when the electronic device is clamped at the desired location.Type: GrantFiled: June 11, 2007Date of Patent: June 5, 2012Assignee: Artform International LimitedInventor: Peter Crown
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Patent number: 8191296Abstract: An elevating billboard and control method thereof, which includes a hollow column, a billboard stent, and a windlass controlling a motor, forward relay and back relay, wherein a hollow cylinder is fixed with the billboard stent and rings the column so as to slide along the column up and down, a fixed pulley disposed on the top of the column, a free end of a guy cable of the windlass connecting with the hollow cylinder by the fixed pulley. By using the motor of the windlass and the fixed pulleys, the elevating billboard is easy to assemble, disassemble or maintain, and is capable of completing the up and down movement easily and quickly. And using the real-time monitor of the anemoscope, the elevating billboard completes the up and down movement easily and quickly by wind scale.Type: GrantFiled: July 25, 2009Date of Patent: June 5, 2012Inventor: Peiyuan Xu
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Patent number: 8186507Abstract: A mechanism cooperable with the stand mechanism in a stand golf bag secures the clubs in position when the bag is not on the ground and releases the clubs when the bag is set on the ground.Type: GrantFiled: June 22, 2010Date of Patent: May 29, 2012Inventor: Alan M. Kagen
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Patent number: 8186088Abstract: A securing system that includes a first wall portion adapted to be attached to a surface; and a second wall portion separable from the first wall portion and adapted to be removable engaged with the first wall portion; the second wall portion including an opening for receiving a projecting member from a male portion of a locking mechanism, wherein the second wall portion is disposed between the male portion and the female portion of the locking mechanism.Type: GrantFiled: August 7, 2009Date of Patent: May 29, 2012Inventors: Hugh Victor, Steven Lawrence Carolin
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Publication number: 20120125057Abstract: A security apparatus is disclosed. The security apparatus comprises an attachment device comprising a base, and a locking head configured to secure to the base. The locking head can have a securing element and a locking component, associated with a housing. The locking head may be in a secured configuration upon a single motion or movement of the locking head.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 29, 2011Publication date: May 24, 2012Applicant: ACCO Brands CorporationInventors: Robert Mahaffey, John Hung, John Tan, Will Ali, Ryan White, Michael (Xiao Lei) Liang
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Patent number: 8176615Abstract: The method is for securing a device. Security bolts are into the device. The bolts have openings defined therein. A wire is inserted through openings of each bolt. The wire has a male end and a female end. A male end is inserted into a cavity of the female end to align a cavity of the male end with an opening of the female end. A locking bar of a lock is inserted through the cavity and the opening to lock the male end to the female end. The wire may also be attached to an item so that the device cannot be removed from the item.Type: GrantFiled: February 25, 2009Date of Patent: May 15, 2012Inventor: Ernst Konecnik
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Patent number: 8171762Abstract: An anti-theft device for a portable device is disclosed, wherein the portable device includes an aperture. The anti-theft device includes a coupler, an engaging/disengaging device, and a localizer. The localizer couples the engaging/disengaging device with an immovable object. The coupler includes a bridge portion and a leg, wherein the bridge portion and the leg are disposed on two different sides of the portable device. The engaging/disengaging device engages with the aperture of the portable device and also couples with the coupler to clamp the portable device.Type: GrantFiled: March 24, 2009Date of Patent: May 8, 2012Assignee: Sinox Co., LtdInventors: Chen-Nan Hsiao, Chun-Sheng Wu
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Patent number: 8171761Abstract: A locking device is provided and operable to retain an article intended for display and handling in a designated area. In particular, the locking device is formed with an adjustable fastening loop, which can assume an extended position to receive a free end or a portion of the article, and a retracted position to secure the article in the fastening loop. The fastening loop can be adjusted between the extended position and the retracted position, so that the locking device is adapted to receive and secure articles of various sizes. The locking device is preferably mounted to a fixture, such as a display table or counter via a tether cable. When the cable is mounted to the fixture, the locking device is capable of retaining an article in the designated area and preventing the article from being removed from the designated area. For example, the locking device can secure a sample item to a designated area, such as a display counter in a retail store.Type: GrantFiled: December 16, 2009Date of Patent: May 8, 2012Assignee: Lloyd, Gerstner & PartnersInventor: Christopher Kidd
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Publication number: 20120103278Abstract: A lead system for domesticated animals has a lock capable of securing the collar and the handle ends to prevent theft of the animal. The lead system has a leash having a handle at one end and a collar at the opposing end. The lead system may have a first lock at the collar end and a second lock at the handle end which are separately activated for fastening the handle to the leash at one end of the leash and the collar to the leash at the other end for securing an animal to an immovable object. Alternatively, the lead system may have a lock capable of simultaneously securing the collar and handle ends. The lead system may also allow for adjustment of the circumference of the collar and the handle through the use of levers, with the lock(s) capable of also securing the levers.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 23, 2011Publication date: May 3, 2012Applicant: Pawz Dog Boots, LLCInventor: Michael Friedland
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Patent number: 8156772Abstract: The invention relates to a plate lock having a lock body and a hinged bar hoop. A first end of the hinged bar hoop is permanently secured to the lock body and a second end of the hinged bar hoop can be latched to the lock body. The hinged bar hoop has a plurality of hinged bars which are pivotally connected to one another via a respective hinged connection. The hinged bars have a first eye and a second eye, wherein the respective hinged connection between two hinged bars has at least one hinged pin in order to connect the first eye of the one hinged bar to the second eye of the other hinged bar. The respective hinged bar has at least one bent metal wire or at least one folded sheet metal part which extends between the first eye and the second eye.Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 2010Date of Patent: April 17, 2012Assignee: Abus August Bremicker Sohne KGInventors: Joachim Buhl, Eduard Buchmüller
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Patent number: 8151604Abstract: The invention relates to a loop lock, in particular to a chain lock or to a wire cable lock, having a lock body which has a longitudinal axis and which surrounds a cylinder housing of a lock cylinder and having a loop, wherein the first end of the loop is permanently fastened to a fastening point of the cylinder housing and is aligned perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the lock body, wherein a second end of the loop can be releasably fastened to a longitudinal end of the lock body and is aligned coaxially to the longitudinal axis of the lock body; and wherein a cylinder core of the lock cylinder is rotatably journalled about an axis of rotation in the cylinder housing and is characterized in that the axis of rotation of the cylinder core is offset in parallel with respect to the longitudinal axis of the lock body, namely away from the fastening point for the first end of the loop.Type: GrantFiled: August 24, 2010Date of Patent: April 10, 2012Assignee: ABUS August Bremicker Soehne KGInventors: Manuel Thomas, Hoi Jarm Ng, Wai Leung Ng, legal representative
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Patent number: 8151607Abstract: A pallet arrestor and method for preventing the movement of a pallet, having one or more pallet tunnels for receiving the tines of a forklift is disclosed. The pallet arrestor includes a molded plastic plug which has a first portion which is configured to slot into a pallet tunnel and a front portion whose height prevents its entry into the tunnel. The pallet arrestor prevents ingress of a forklift tine into that pallet tunnel, and hence inhibits movement of the pallet, without having to move the pallet to a caged area, or the like. The plug may include a rotatable latch which in one (retracted) position allows the pallet arrestor to be inserted and removed from the pallet tunnel and which in a second (locked) position prevents or inhibits the removal of the pallet arrestor from the pallet tunnel.Type: GrantFiled: May 12, 2006Date of Patent: April 10, 2012Assignee: Lion Nathan Australia Pty Ltd.Inventor: George Bearzot
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Patent number: 8139356Abstract: A plunger-type security lock includes a slotted, cylindrical sliding key receptacle, a ferrule arranged on an outer cylindrical surface of the sliding key receptacle that is configured for attachment to a locking member, a cylindrical plunger, a sliding key including a hooking end and a plunger-contact end that is configured with a key definition and for slidable spring-loaded operation within the slotted, cylindrical sliding key in cooperation with the cylindrical plunger to extend and hook the flexible locking strip and to retract with and lock the locking strip in locking state and a locking mechanism that defines the locking state in cooperation with the key definition.Type: GrantFiled: January 25, 2010Date of Patent: March 20, 2012Inventor: Peter Allen
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Patent number: 8127946Abstract: The present invention provides a lockable eyewear display system. One embodiment of the system includes a support frame on which the eyewear is placed, a lock that secures the eyewear to the frame, and a key that removes the lock from the frame. The device may further include an anchor connected to the frame that anchors the frame to a fixture or display object such as a rack or furniture. In another embodiment, the eyewear display device includes an articulating joint allowing at least a portion of the support frame to be swiveled.Type: GrantFiled: April 8, 2009Date of Patent: March 6, 2012Assignee: Eye Designs, LLCInventors: Alan Winig, Richard Winig, James Eldon
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Publication number: 20120047971Abstract: A plug lock structure that locks a power feeding plug to an inlet, which is fixed to a power feeding subject. The inlet includes a catch. The power feeding plug includes a hook, hooked to the catch, and an operation portion, which separates the hook from the catch. The plug lock structure includes a lock member pivoted in a direction in which the lock member forces the hook against the catch and a direction in which the lock member moves away from the catch together with the hook. A lock block is moved between a first position, at which the lock block permits pivoting of the lock member when the hook moves from the hooked state, and a second position, at which the lock block restricts pivoting of the lock member by contacting the lock member when the hook moves from the hooked state.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 29, 2011Publication date: March 1, 2012Applicant: KABUSHIKI KAISHA TOKAI RIKA DENKI SEISAKUSHOInventors: Toshiharu KATAGIRI, Keiji KAHARA
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Publication number: 20120042702Abstract: Various embodiments of a security device are provided for attaching to and securing small articles, such as jewelry or other accessories that are either loose or attached to a display card. The security device may engage various sizes of card stock and/or secure articles that include a ring component in a practical and unobtrusive manner. The security device may detect unauthorized removal of the item from the retail premises. In some cases, the security device may also be configured to detect tampering of the security device and may include one-alarm, two-alarm, or three-alarm functionality. Moreover, the security device may also provide other features or functionalities that a retail operator may prefer or consider prior to the use or selection of a particular security device over others. The device may provide easy securing to and/or removal from an object by an authorized operator, such as an employee, and may be reusable.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2011Publication date: February 23, 2012Applicant: CHECKPOINT SYSTEMS, INC.Inventors: Mark Ezzo, Matthew R. Shute