Time-based disablement of equipment
US7266507B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 19, 2004 |
| Grant date | Sep 4, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 19, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2325/105
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A disabling module in communication with a control module operates to disable or partially disable equipment in response to the failure of a user to complete a specific task, such as make a loan or lease payment. When a user makes a payment on an outstanding loan, usually a loan related to specific equipment, such as a motorized vehicle, a control module is notified of the payment. The control module causes the equipment to be enabled or disabled in accordance with payment receipt.
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