Biometric firearms safety system
US10126080B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 9, 2017 |
| Grant date | Nov 13, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 28, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF41A17/22
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A biometric firearms safety system includes a firearm that has a grip and an action. A fingerprint unit is coupled to the firearm. The fingerprint unit is positioned on the grip to read fingerprints from a user. The fingerprint unit stores fingerprints from an authorized user. A locking unit is coupled to the firearm. The locking unit engages the action such that the locking unit inhibits the action from is manipulated. Thus, the locking unit inhibits the firearm from is loaded and fired. The locking unit is electrically coupled to the fingerprint unit. The locking unit disengages from the action when the user's fingerprints match the authorized user's fingerprints. Thus, the locking unit facilitates the user to load and fire the firearm.
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