US3783303A
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Anti-theft device for motor vehicle
Assignee: Lee Raymond Organization Inc
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Filing: 1972-06-14
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Granted: 1974-01-01
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Expires: 1992-06-14
Abstract
Abstract A circuit component connected in the ignition system of a motor vehicle selectively opens and closes the circuit of the ignition system thereby controlling the starting of the engine of the vehicle.
Inventors
- 👤 J Johnson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-28 17:42
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60R; B60R25/00; B60R25/01; B60R25/04
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
114 words
An antitheft device for a motor vehicle having an engine and an ignition system comprising a starter, a coil, a distributor connected to the coil, an ignition switch and a source of voltage, the antitheft device comprising relay-operated switch means connected in the ignition system between the starter and the coil for selectively closing and opening the circuit of the ignition system thereby controlling the starting of the engine of the vehicle, the relay-operated switch means comprising a relay winding connected to the source of voltage via the ignition switch and contact means controlled in operation by the relay winding and connected in circuit between the starter and the coil of the ignition system.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
114 words
An antitheft device for a motor vehicle having an engine and an ignition system comprising a starter, a coil, a distributor connected to the coil, an ignition switch and a source of voltage, the antitheft device comprising relay-operated switch means connected in the ignition system between the starter and the coil for selectively closing and opening the circuit of the ignition system thereby controlling the starting of the engine of the vehicle, the relay-operated switch means comprising a relay winding connected to the source of voltage via the ignition switch and contact means controlled in operation by the relay winding and connected in circuit between the starter and the coil of the ignition system.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-12-31 | 1977-07-02 | 1978-01-01 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-12-31 | 1981-07-02 | 1982-01-01 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-12-31 | 1985-07-02 | 1986-01-01 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |