Portable lock with integrity sensors
US11879273B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 1, 2020 |
| Grant date | Jan 23, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 6, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05B2047/0095
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Disclosed herein are lock assemblies that include, in particular embodiments, a cable assembly, a housing, a sensor assembly, and a wireless transceiver. The cable assembly includes a cable having a sensor element disposed along its length, a first shackle pin on its first end, and a second shackle pin on its opposing end. The housing defines a first pinway for receiving the first shackle pin, a second pinway for receiving the second shackle pin, and a locking mechanism for securing the shackle pins to the housing. The sensor assembly is located within the housing and in communication with the cable assembly for sensing a cable type and a cable condition related to the cable assembly. The wireless transceiver is connected to a power source, in communication with the sensor assembly, and operated by a microcontroller within the housing.
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