Security apparatus for authorizing use of a non-impact firearm
US6360468B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 14, 2000 |
| Grant date | Mar 26, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 14, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF41A9/53
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
According to the present invention, a security apparatus for use in authorizing the discharge of a firearm having a firing apparatus includes a sensor assembly for receiving a plurality of operational parameters of the firearm and determining if the operational parameters are consistent with an intent to discharge said firearm therefrom. The security apparatus authorizes the firing apparatus to produce and send a check signal to an ammunition cartridge only if the operational parameters are consistent with an intent to discharge the firearm. The firing apparatus further generates a firing signal and provides the firing signal to the cartridge only if the check signal indicates that the cartridge is properly loaded in the firearm.
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