Clutch mechanism
US4749072A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 29, 1987 |
| Grant date | Jun 7, 1988 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 29, 2007 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S70/51
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Disclosed is a clutch mechanism suitable for use in an electronic lock. The clutch mechanism requires minimum electronic current draw for operation by utilizing mechanical power applied to operate the lock to engage the clutch mechanism. A camming device in combination with a timed function motion sensor and latching solenoid released interference shutter accomplishes the object of the invention.
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