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Remote control anti-theft device

US5412963A · kind A · utility

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62Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJun 21, 1993
Grant dateMay 9, 1995
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Expiry dateJun 21, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T70/7107
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A vehicle anti-theft device in the form of a vehicle steering wheel lock comprising extendable and retractable members having hooks that are on for engaging diametrically opposed portions of a steering wheel to mount the anti-theft device on the steering wheel. It is provided with a motor operated lock mechinism remotely controlled by a personal identification encoder. The lock mechinism also includes a key operated portion, and the lock mechinism is operable either through the use of a key or through the use of the remotely controlled encoder.

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