US3703703A
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Vehicle theft signalling device
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-01-03
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Granted: 1972-11-21
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Expires: 1992-01-03
Abstract
Abstract A crime prevention device comprising a vehicle dome light with a signal transmitting device which is actuated by tampering of the ignition, application of brakes or starter mechanism coupled with a locking system for locking the doors and windows of the vehicle to trap the thief. The signal transmitter is tuned to a wristcarried bracelet receiver unit which has a light signal which is responsive to the transmission of signals from the transmitter. The bracelet unit is adapted to be manually actuated to light, for alerting the police force of impending criminal activity.
Inventors
- 👤 Sumas Payne
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-26 03:54
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60R; B60R25/00; B60R25/10; B60R25/102; B60R2025/1013
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
200 words
A security apparatus for person and vehicle comprising switch controlled vehicular operator components including at least a brake assembly, a source of electrical potential carried on the vehicle, signal generating means on the vehicle, switch means operatively connected to each component and having a first position accommodating normal operation of said component for vehicular operation and having a second position operatively coupling the respective component upon actuation of such component with said signal means in a closed circuit continuity through said source of elecTric potential for energizing said signal means attendant to operation of such component by unauthorized personnel, by-pass holding means for maintaining the circuit closed upon discontinuance of operation of such component, receiver means adapted to be carried by a person, said receiver means having a circuit tuned for receiving signals from said signal source for signalling and thereby alerting such persons to attempted and unauthorized operation of the vehicle, said receiver means comprising a wrist mountable unit including a wrist-embracing bracelet and antenna combination for said receiver, a receiver housing case connected to said bracket, signal light means in said case, and means for selectively operating said light in conjunction with said receiver means and independently thereof.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
200 words
A security apparatus for person and vehicle comprising switch controlled vehicular operator components including at least a brake assembly, a source of electrical potential carried on the vehicle, signal generating means on the vehicle, switch means operatively connected to each component and having a first position accommodating normal operation of said component for vehicular operation and having a second position operatively coupling the respective component upon actuation of such component with said signal means in a closed circuit continuity through said source of elecTric potential for energizing said signal means attendant to operation of such component by unauthorized personnel, by-pass holding means for maintaining the circuit closed upon discontinuance of operation of such component, receiver means adapted to be carried by a person, said receiver means having a circuit tuned for receiving signals from said signal source for signalling and thereby alerting such persons to attempted and unauthorized operation of the vehicle, said receiver means comprising a wrist mountable unit including a wrist-embracing bracelet and antenna combination for said receiver, a receiver housing case connected to said bracket, signal light means in said case, and means for selectively operating said light in conjunction with said receiver means and independently thereof.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
200 words
A security apparatus for person and vehicle comprising switch controlled vehicular operator components including at least a brake assembly, a source of electrical potential carried on the vehicle, signal generating means on the vehicle, switch means operatively connected to each component and having a first position accommodating normal operation of said component for vehicular operation and having a second position operatively coupling the respective component upon actuation of such component with said signal means in a closed circuit continuity through said source of elecTric potential for energizing said signal means attendant to operation of such component by unauthorized personnel, by-pass holding means for maintaining the circuit closed upon discontinuance of operation of such component, receiver means adapted to be carried by a person, said receiver means having a circuit tuned for receiving signals from said signal source for signalling and thereby alerting such persons to attempted and unauthorized operation of the vehicle, said receiver means comprising a wrist mountable unit including a wrist-embracing bracelet and antenna combination for said receiver, a receiver housing case connected to said bracket, signal light means in said case, and means for selectively operating said light in conjunction with said receiver means and independently thereof.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
200 words
A security apparatus for person and vehicle comprising switch controlled vehicular operator components including at least a brake assembly, a source of electrical potential carried on the vehicle, signal generating means on the vehicle, switch means operatively connected to each component and having a first position accommodating normal operation of said component for vehicular operation and having a second position operatively coupling the respective component upon actuation of such component with said signal means in a closed circuit continuity through said source of elecTric potential for energizing said signal means attendant to operation of such component by unauthorized personnel, by-pass holding means for maintaining the circuit closed upon discontinuance of operation of such component, receiver means adapted to be carried by a person, said receiver means having a circuit tuned for receiving signals from said signal source for signalling and thereby alerting such persons to attempted and unauthorized operation of the vehicle, said receiver means comprising a wrist mountable unit including a wrist-embracing bracelet and antenna combination for said receiver, a receiver housing case connected to said bracket, signal light means in said case, and means for selectively operating said light in conjunction with said receiver means and independently thereof.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
35 words
The invention according to claim 1 and means for coupling said components to said signal generating means, and means for locking the vehicle doors and windows attendant to said actuation of the signal generating means.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
20 words
The invention according to claim 1 and said signal generating means including a lamp and means for flashing the same.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
18 words
The invention according to claim 1 and said signal generating means including means for producing an audible signal.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-11-21 | 1976-05-22 | 1976-11-21 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-11-21 | 1980-05-22 | 1980-11-21 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-11-21 | 1984-05-22 | 1984-11-21 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |