Gate anchor and system and method of locking a gate
US5987816A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 27, 1998 |
| Grant date | Nov 23, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 27, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05Y2900/40
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A fortified gate system and locking mechanism which utilizes spring loaded locking mechanisms, triggered by the impact of an object such as a vehicle, to interlock a gate, a brace, and fortified anchoring devices. This interconnected structure forms an energy absorbing, impenetrable barrier. Because the gate system functions as a normal gate until an instance of attempted crashing entry, it provides reasonable accessibility while maintaining a high level of security. The present device also includes a gate anchor and locking system which is operable independent of the direction in which the gate is impacted.
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