Locks – Operating mechanism – Using a powered device
Reexamination Certificate
2005-02-01
2005-02-01
Gail, Lloyd A. (Department: 3676)
Locks
Operating mechanism
Using a powered device
C070S218000, C292S201000, C292S216000, C292SDIG002
Reexamination Certificate
active
06848286
ABSTRACT:
A latch assembly, comprising a control element having a pivot point and an actuator. The actuator has a first position in which the control element is engaged by the actuator for pivotal movement about the pivot point and a second position in which the control element is disengaged by the actuator from pivotal movement about the pivot point. The latch assembly further includes a ratchet arranged and configured for rotation with the control element when the control element is engaged by the actuator and for non-rotation when the control element is disengaged by the actuator. A highly preferred embodiment of the invention includes an automatic unlocking circuit powered by a backup power source.
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Gail Lloyd A.
Michael & Best & Friedrich LLP
Strattec Security Corporation
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