Product strap detection apparatus and method
US9965933B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 8, 2017 |
| Grant date | May 8, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 8, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG08B13/2448
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices, apparatuses, and methods for detecting product straps are provided. An example product security device for detecting product straps may include a base, and a pivot member affixed to the base via a first hinge. The pivot member may be configured to physically engage a strap to maintain the pivot member in a non-deflected position. The example device may further include a biasing member configured to urge the pivot member into a deflected position and a sensor configured to detect when the pivot member is in the deflected position. The sensor may be configured to, in response to detecting that the pivot member is in the deflected position, generate an alert signal. The example device may also include processing circuitry configured to receive the alert signal and, in response to receiving the alert signal, transmit an alert triggering signal to initiate an alert.
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