Sensor powered by item of merchandise for retail security
US10062250B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 22, 2015 |
| Grant date | Aug 28, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 22, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG08B25/10
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Security systems and methods configured for use with an item of merchandise for retail display are provided. For example, a security system includes a sensor configured to be electrically connected to an internal power source of an item of merchandise and an alarm module configured to communicate with the sensor. The sensor is configured to receive power from the internal power source for performing one or more security functions, and the alarm module is configured to generate a security signal in response to a security event.
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