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Self-defense device for handheld electronic devices

US10605575B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 29, 2014
Grant dateMar 31, 2020
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Expiry dateApr 9, 2035

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04M1/185
  • WIPO fieldTelecommunications
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A two-part self-defense apparatus is disclosed. The apparatus is configured for use with a handheld electronic device such as a cellular phone. A removable protective case configured for installation on the handheld electronic device is one part of the apparatus, and a self-defense module containing a self-defense weapon is the other part. The two parts may be connected to form a unitary working unit, and may be disconnected when the self-defense module is not needed or desired. In a preferred embodiment, the self-defense weapon is a stun gun and the handheld electronic device is a cellular phone.

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