Selective equipment lockout

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2006-03-07

2006-03-07

Zimmerman, Brian (Department: 2635)

Communications: electrical

Selective

Intelligence comparison for controlling

C340S005720, C340S426240

Reexamination Certificate

active

07009488

ABSTRACT:
A method and an apparatus are presented for selectively locking controls from operators operating equipment. The invention actively detects when an operator accesses a control for which lockout is desired. After detection, the invention locks the control to prevent the operator from operating the control. Thus, operators are permitted selective access to controls. The active detection of when an operator is accessing a control is performed by first generating a signal, which is passed to a plate, where it is then coupled through the operator to a receiver. The signal is detected at a signal detector attached with a control so the control can react to the signal. In an automotive situation, the plate may be in a vehicle seat, with the signal coupling through a driver or passenger upon actuation of a control. Based on the signal received, the function of the control may be eliminated, altered, or reduced.

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