Deadbolt touch panel for keyless entry
US10519694B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 3, 2017 |
| Grant date | Dec 31, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 18, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07C2009/00642
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A touch screen electronic deadbolt includes a planar, exterior touch panel with a touch overlay for receiving tactile input for entry of an access code to engage and disengage a deadbolt. The touch panel is contained within a housing cavity of a rectilinear housing. A touch overlay rests above the housing cavity extending to the edge of the housing without the use of a bezel or frame, thus providing a sleek and low profile appearance. An interior escutcheon may be in communication with the exterior touch panel allowing a user to manually engage and disengage the deadbolt from within a dwelling.
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