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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8023252 | Portable electronic device comprising an integrated lock mechanism An article of manufacture, such as a laptop computer, comprising a housing, a processor disposed within the housing, a computer readable medium disposed within the housing and in communication with the processor, a lock mechanism disposed within the housing, wherein... | 09/20/2011 |
| 7340926 | Restraint 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 |
| 7317446 | Method for entering data into a computer using a peripheral input device having a retractable cord The invention, in one embodiment, is a method for entering data into a computer. The method includes anchoring an electrical cord connecting a peripheral input device to the computer, positioning the peripheral input device, and retracting slack in the electrical co... | 01/08/2008 |
| 7316135 | Overmold frame for handcuff The handcuff assembly includes a bow pivotally connected to a cheek plate frame assembly which includes a unitized frame that is die stamped from a metal plate and which is overmolded with a polymer overmold. The bow and arcuate cheek arms engage a wrist of a person... | 01/08/2008 |
| 7284399 | Inmate transport restraint An inmate transport restraint which comprises a handcuff having two loops formed from two straps, each strap separately inserted into a housing, wherein each housing has a first channel and a second channel, with the strap passing through each channel, the second ch... | 10/23/2007 |
| 7187284 | Active 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 |
| 7143614 | Computer 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 |
| 7013674 | Magnetically attractable components for self-sizing jewelry articles A jewelry-forming component composing a body member having a first magnetized portion and a female element associated therewith for magnetically attracting and receiving a male element of another jewelry-forming component. The first magnetized portion of the body me... | 03/21/2006 |
| 6971255 | Combination power cord and computer security system A combination power cord and security system for a portable computing device. A security cable is provided which is constructed of a sheath of braided steel or other secure material. A lockable connector is mounted to one end of the security cable for connection to ... | 12/06/2005 |
| 6941780 | Trailer wheel lock system A wheel lock system for an at least two wheeled trailer with an object or a personal water craft, the trailer having leaf springs, the wheel lock system including two hook shaped members which attach to each of the leaf springs and protrude through slotted holes in ... | 09/13/2005 |
| 6637242 | Handcuff restraint strap A handcuff restraint strap is disclosed herein. The strap is made of a substantially soft, flexible, and strong material, such that it is comfortable to hold, and will withstand the forces applied while an officer holds and controls a suspect. The strap m... | 10/28/2003 |
| 6588240 | Hinge lock safety cuff Folding handcuffs include a lockable hinge which permits folding the assembly for compact storage but automatically locks into a rigid assembly when fully unfolded. The hinge operates by the movement of a locking bar into locking groove(s) via a tensionin... | 07/08/2003 |
| 6446474 | Key operable restraining device with spike engaging member A key operated restraining device is provided to create a securing loop of adjustable dimension. The device includes a locking head portion, an elongated smooth surfaced strap insertable into the locking head portion to form a securing loop of adjustable ... | 09/10/2002 |
| 6361480 | Martial arts training device There is provided a martial arts training device for use by a martial arts practitioner to develop hand coordination, hand spacing, speed and timing in close quarter combat training exercises. The training device consists of two rigid rings held together ... | 03/26/2002 |
| 5841622 | Remotely activated electrical discharge restraint device using biceps' flexion of the leg to restrain An electrical restraint device which, while compact and convenient for guards to install on often resistive prisoners, can accommodate a spacing of the opposed circuit contacts through a specific critical portion of the human body, so an adequately brief ... | 11/24/1998 |
| 5687593 | Handcuffs A handcuff comprises a pair of lockable bracelet members (10, 11), pivotably connected to one another by way of a connecting member (12) wherein is disposed a catch member (29) engagable with the bracelet members to hold them relative to one another in an... | 11/18/1997 |
| 5603416 | Secure pneumatic tool display A secure tool display includes a quick-connect pneumatic coupling and a cable extending therethrough. A cable stop limits withdrawal of the cable from a first coupling fitting mounted on the tool. The other end of the cable is attached to the display unit... | 02/18/1997 |
| 5593159 | Restraining baton and strap A combination baton (11) and hand grip (18) is unitized as (10). A strap (12) extends through an opening (44) in a canister (14) which is rotatably mounted onto the baton (11). To extend the strap (12), a thumb of one hand is placed in thumb ring (46) and... | 01/14/1997 |
| 5579657 | Anti-theft device for small portable equipment and method An anti-theft device for small portable equipment and method includes at least one conductor extending therefrom having a first end permanently connected to the equipment and a second end formed into a plug for fitting into a receptacle. The anti-theft de... | 12/03/1996 |
| 5501555 | Blocking device for tool holder of hand power tool and hand power tool provided therewith A hand power tool has a tool holder, and a blocking device for the tool holder, the blocking device being connectable with the tool holder and provided with a key unlockable blocking body which secured the blocking device from undesired withdrawal. When t... | 03/26/1996 |
| 4066195 | Locking mechanism for tamper-proof backpack or piece of luggage A tamper-proof backpack is disclosed which is formed of plastic or similar molded construction. The backpack includes a concave rear wall and shoulder straps which enable the backpack to be carried on the back of a user. The backpack may also be hand-carr... | 01/03/1978 |
| 4028916 | Lock for bicycles and the like A key operated locking unit is permanently attached to a bicycle frame member. A flexible tether has one end permanently secured to the bicycle locking unit and has a plug-in lock element on its free end adapted to enter a receiver on the locking unit aft... | 06/14/1977 |
| 4004440 | Cable lock for small appliances A compact device for locking an article, such as an office machine, to a desk or fixed base comprises a flexible cable secured at one end to a key-operated lock, and at the other end to an anchor block. The anchor block is in turn secured to the desk with... | 01/25/1977 |
