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Class 70/57 - SPECIAL APPLICATION


Subclass of Class 70 - Locks
Definition: Locks which are specially applied to some part or object
No. of patents: 225
Last issue date: 07/26/2011


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NumberTitleIssue Date
7984629Security device
A security device for deterring theft of an object from a retail store has a base member, a cable for placement about the object, and a spool rotatably mounted on the base member. The cable is connected to the spool such that the cable can be wound around the spool,...
07/26/2011
7963131Security container with rearward facing lock
A security container for retaining an item of merchandise therein; said security container comprising a base, a lid, a slider within the lid, a lid hole, a slider tab extending from the slider through the lid hole, and a locking mechanism unlocked through magnetic m...
06/21/2011
7918112Cable wrap security device
A security device a plurality of cables which are securable about an item of merchandise with a locking member and a cable-tightening mechanism each connected to the cables in a spaced apart manner. The locking member includes a key portion for unlocking the tighten...
04/05/2011
7913527Locking device for a connecting port on a computer
A locking device includes an enclosure having an insertion section formed with two holes for inserting into a connecting port on a computer, and a plurality of windows axially spaced on at least one side of the enclosure; a locking unit arranged in the enclosure and...
03/29/2011
7677065Lock for a USB connector
A lock for a USB connector has a shell with an end opening, multiple lock assemblies mounted rotatably through the shell and an actuator mounted pivotally in the shell. Each lock assembly has a locking notch. The actuator has multiple locking protrusions selectively...
03/16/2010
7665334Outboard motor lower-unit lock
An outboard motor lower-unit lock has a key, a locking pin assembly and a shaft. To install the lock, a user drills a shaft hole the same diameter as the shaft through both sides of a housing unit below an access hole of the housing unit. The shaft is inserted in th...
02/23/2010
7581417Locking device with changeable combination of numerals for locking a connecting port on a computer
A locking device with changeable combination of numerals includes an enclosure having an insertion section and an axial row of windows; a locking unit arranged in the enclosure and including a rod having axially spaced teeth, a push member connected to one end of th...
09/01/2009
7497100Cable wrap security device
A security device includes a locking member, a ratchet mechanism, and a plurality of cables. The cables extend through both a fastener and a base of the locking member and are wrapped around all six sides of a box-like structure. The fastener is releasably snap-fitt...
03/03/2009
7497101Cable wrap security device
A security device a plurality of cables which are securable about an item of merchandise with a locking member and a cable-tightening mechanism each connected to the cables in a spaced apart manner. The locking member includes a key portion for unlocking the tighten...
03/03/2009
7484389Security container with linked primary and secondary security features
A security storage container has a primary security feature that is adapted to be locked and unlocked with an appropriate key. A secondary security feature is activated when the security storage container is opened without first unlocking the lock with the key. In o...
02/03/2009
7481086Cable wrap security device
A security device includes a locking member, a ratchet mechanism, and a plurality of cables. The cables extend through both a fastener and a base of the locking member and are wrapped around all six sides of a box-like structure. The fastener is releasably snap-fitt...
01/27/2009
7428834Lock for universal serial bus ports
A lock for universal serial bus (USB) ports has a shell, a tongue, a slide and a lock cylinder. The shell has a front end opening. The tongue is mounted securely in and protrudes out from the front end opening. The slide is mounted movably in the shell. The lock cyl...
09/30/2008
7353672Lock assembly
A lock assembly includes a plurality of lock devices and a locking chain. Each lock device includes: a lock housing unit including upper and lower lock housings respectively formed with a rod hole and a jaw hole; a jaw actuating unit including a jaw actuator operabl...
04/08/2008
7350381Cable wrap security device
A security device includes a locking member, a ratchet mechanism, and a plurality of cables. The cables extend through both a fastener and a base of the locking member and are wrapped around all six sides of a box-like structure. The fastener is releasably snap-fitt...
04/01/2008
7340926Restraint device
Restraint devices which have a first bracelet, a second bracelet, and a central holder. In one embodiment, the central holder contains a one-way locking mechanism and a retraction/extension mechanism. In a second embodiment, the central holder comprises a retraction...
03/11/2008
7325424Saddle locking device and method
A saddle locking device for preventing unauthorized use of a saddle is the subject of the invention. The device has a lower plate with billet pins protruding there from. The device also has an upper plate defining openings for receiving the billet pins. There is a l...
02/05/2008
7318758Plug connector for the electrical connection of solar panels
The invention relates to a plug connector for exterior application, in particular, for the electrical connection of solar panels, comprising a plug (16) with a plug housing (14), comprising at least one contact pin (3), or contact sleeve (13
01/15/2008
7308809Multi-functional computer lock
A computer lock includes a housing having a groove opening at an outer surface thereof to receive an end of a fastening cable and/or a part of a computer. An actuator is disposed in the housing and actuated by a lock assembly disposed inside the housing so as to mov...
12/18/2007
7305858Security box
A security box includes an outer box, an inner box and a lock cable. The outer box comprises a compartment adapted to receive the inner box therein. The outer box further comprises a first lock hole. The inner box comprises a second lock hole, a lock core hole, a lo...
12/11/2007
7299668Combined clamp and lock
A combined clamp and lock includes: a lower clamp member having a lower abutment plate, a wall projecting upwardly from the lower abutment plate, and a lock-mounting hole extending through the wall; an upper clamp member having an upper abutment plate, and at least ...
11/27/2007
7292149Electronic monitoring device
The present disclosure provides for an electronic monitoring device having an adjustable length cable to connect the monitoring device to an object. A band is adapted to engage at least a portion of the object and is operable for receiving a portion of the cable the...
11/06/2007
7274788Mounting for electronic accessories for vehicles
A mounting device for electronic accessories for vehicles has a mounting having a shape matched to the shape of an accessory to be received. A mechanical lock is connected to the mounting. The lock has a locking bar that engages a housing recess in the form of a gro...
09/25/2007
7251966Cable wrap security device
A security device a plurality of cables which are securable about an item of merchandise with a locking member and a cable-tightening mechanism each connected to the cables in a spaced apart manner. The locking member includes a key portion for unlocking the tighten...
08/07/2007
7234326Lock device
A lock device includes a lock housing unit, a jaw actuating unit, and a jaw unit. The lock housing unit includes an upper lock housing formed with a rod hole, and a lower lock housing formed with a jaw hole. The jaw actuating unit includes a jaw actuator operable to...
06/26/2007
7207198Valve lockout assembly
A lockout assembly suitable for use with a valve having a handle rotatable between an open position and a closed position includes a lock arm which supports a clamping mechanism. In one aspect of the invention, the lock arm includes a longitudinal slot having slot e...
04/24/2007
7204366Credit card case with quick-release latch
A credit card case or fob with an integrated quick-release latch is provided that may be unclipped readily from a key loop, key chain or other device. The quick-release credit card case includes upper and lower cover portions and a pivot member for connecting the up...
04/17/2007
7186914Looped cable locking box assembly
A locking box assembly includes a length of cable having a cable secured end and a cable locking end; a cable retaining structure; and a locking box for retaining the cable, the cable secured end being fastened to the locking box with the cable retaining structure, ...
03/06/2007
7187284Active anti-theft device for securing property
An active anti-theft device for protecting movable property having a computer device, at least one stationary connector, at least one portable connector, at least one sensor, a power source and an alarm is described. The active anti-theft device may also have a key ...
03/06/2007
7174753Method for protecting from unauthorized access one or more ports of a system integrated into a structure for injection of a material into one or more cavities in the structure
In certain embodiments, the present invention includes a method for protecting from unauthorized access one or more ports of a system integrated into a structure for injection of a material into one or more cavities in the structure. The method includes coupling a b...
02/13/2007
7174754Key for engaging a locking mechanism of a port cover for protecting from unauthorized access one or more ports of a system integrated into a structure for injection of a material into one or more cavities in the structure
In certain embodiments, the present invention includes a key for engaging a locking mechanism for a port cover for use in a system integrated into a structure for injection of a material into one or more cavities in the structure. The locking mechanism is for remova...
02/13/2007
7168275Cable wrap security device
A security device a plurality of cables which are securable about an item of merchandise with a locking member and a cable-tightening mechanism each connected to the cables in a spaced apart manner. The locking member includes a key portion for unlocking the tighten...
01/30/2007
7162899Cable wrap security device
A security device includes a locking member, a ratchet mechanism, and a plurality of cables. The cables extend through both a fastener and a base of the locking member and are wrapped around all six sides of a box-like structure. The fastener is releasably snap-fitt...
01/16/2007
7152792Voting apparatus and method using personal computers
The disclosure is for an apparatus and method for voting that are based on personal computers. All data and software, including the operating system, voting software, and original ballot information are on a single portable data storage medium, such as a diskette. D...
12/26/2006
7143614Computer physical security device
An apparatus which inhibits the theft of equipment such as personal computers is disclosed. The equipment must have an external wall provided with a specially designed, approximately rectangular slot having preselected dimensions. An attachment mechanism includes a ...
12/05/2006
7121125Computer physical security device
An apparatus which inhibits the theft of equipment such as personal computers is disclosed. The equipment must have an external wall provided with a specially designed, approximately rectangular slot having preselected dimensions. An attachment mechanism includes a ...
10/17/2006
7121122Strap lock
A strap lock has a flexible strap having a leading end and a trailing end. A locking device includes a first strap engagement portion that is capable of holding one part of the strap in position with respect to the locking device in a lock position thereof, and rele...
10/17/2006
7121124Oval swing lock mechanism
A lock device allows for the secure attachment of two objects or a movable object to an immovable object, the device providing an oval base loop having a swivel slide collar on a first end and a fixed lock collar on a second end, the fixed lock collar having a keyed...
10/17/2006
7104094Merchandise lock bar system and method
The invention provides an improved lock bar system for enclosing at least one peg hook. The lock bar system can be in a merchandising display with the lock bar system including a peg hook support frame mounted to the merchandising display supporting a plurality of p...
09/12/2006
7104095Buckle lock with lock indicating window
A buckle lock includes a casing, a lever on the casing and including two front bottom legs and a rear button, a tumbler wheel assembly including a spring biased shaft having a rear slope, a sliding block in the chamber and having a transverse passage, a key turning ...
09/12/2006
7083438Locking covers for cable connectors and data ports for use in deterring snooping of data in digital data processing systems
A physical latching mechanism prevents access to or tampering with an I/O port of a computer system. In the preferred embodiment, a display monitor cable of an unattended workstation being operated remotely is disconnected and latched to prevent re-connection and di...
08/01/2006
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