Plug locking mechanism
June 29, 2023. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.Patent ReferencesSafety socket assembly Electrical socket Electrical receptacle with releasable locking means Electric socket and plug Television viewing control device Television monitor Permanently attachable key-activated on/off switch Time control device for appliances Home entertainment equipment control apparatus Electric plug lock InventorsAssigneeApplicationNo. 10610845 filed on 06/29/2003US Classes:439/346, Adapted to engage contact of mating part439/347, Laterally moving slide439/134, Prong cover439/304, Including lock for retaining means (e.g., key or combination lock or requiring "special" tool)348/725, RECEIVER CIRCUITRY439/133, WITH UNAUTHORIZED CONNECTION PREVENTER, E.G., KEY OR COMBINATION LOCK70/57SPECIAL APPLICATIONExaminersPrimary: Ta, Tho D.Attorney, Agent or FirmForeign Patent References
International ClassesH01R013/625G04G015/00 AbstractThis invention secures an electrical plug by inserting a locking pin through a hole in the prong(s) of a male plug or through a hole in a female plug and through a corresponding hole in the male or female receptacle that secures the device plugged into the receptacle. The locking pin is secured by a latching system or locking mechanism that limits access to those not authorized. This invention may be used in conjunction with access-control devices that control access to users of appliances such as video game systems, TVs, computers and the like. | |
