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Secure enclosure

US7847256B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 30, 2008
Grant dateDec 7, 2010
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Expiry dateMay 30, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R25/00
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A system is provided for detecting when an enclosure having a body and a removable cover is opened. The system comprises a light source for generating a light beam, a light detector for detecting the light beam, and at least one reflector all mounted inside the enclosure. The reflector reflects the light beam along a predetermined pathway toward the light detector when the removable cover is closed over the body.

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