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Lock and method for operating same

US11989987B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 31, 2022
Grant dateMay 21, 2024
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Expiry dateAug 31, 2042

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG07C2209/63
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A method for operating a lock. A wireless command is received from a trusted device in a proximity range of the lock to enable a proximity mode. The proximity range is selectable by a user of the trusted device via an application. The proximity mode is enabled, and while enabled, a command is received to activate or deactivate the lock. The lock is activated or deactivated in response to the received activating or deactivating command.

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