US4212007A
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Combined burglar frightening device and alarm
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1976-09-30
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Granted: 1980-07-08
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Expires: 1996-09-30
Abstract
Abstract An electric circuit is automatically activated by the unauthorized opening of a door, window, etc., whereby an alarm buzzer and light are actuated simultaneously with a dog simulating device which simulates the actions and sounds of a dog about to attack.
Inventors
- 👤 Daniel Reyes
- 👤 George Spector
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 06:03
CPC Classifications
G; G08; G08B; G08B15/00; G08B15/002
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
97 words
A burglar frightening device and alarm, comprising an electric circuit having a switch normally maintained in open position by contact with a closure to a building access opening, said switch being biased to a closed position whereby upon opening of said closure, said switch moves to the closed position to activate said circuit, including an alarm and animal simulating mechanism electrically connected to said circuit, wherein said mechanism includes means for simulating movements and sounds emitted by an animal about to attack, whereby opening movement of the closure results in actuation of both said alarm and mechanism.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
97 words
A burglar frightening device and alarm, comprising an electric circuit having a switch normally maintained in open position by contact with a closure to a building access opening, said switch being biased to a closed position whereby upon opening of said closure, said switch moves to the closed position to activate said circuit, including an alarm and animal simulating mechanism electrically connected to said circuit, wherein said mechanism includes means for simulating movements and sounds emitted by an animal about to attack, whereby opening movement of the closure results in actuation of both said alarm and mechanism.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
20 words
The combination of claim 1 including a solenoid relay for closing said alarm circuit responsive to closing of said switch.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
69 words
The combination of claim 2 wherein said means includes the head of an animal having a mouth with a movable jaw and a speaker located in said mouth, further including a tape recording of desired sounds of an animal, wherein said recording and speaker are electrically connected to said circuit whereby activation of said circuit causes said jaw to move and the emission of animal sounds from said mouth.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
18 words
The combination of claim 3 further including a second means for moving the entire mechanism up and down.
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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) | 1983-07-08 | 1984-01-07 | 1984-07-08 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-07-08 | 1988-01-07 | 1988-07-08 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-07-08 | 1992-01-07 | 1992-07-08 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |