Locks – Operating mechanism – Key
Reexamination Certificate
2006-05-23
2006-05-23
Glessner, Brian E. (Department: 3676)
Locks
Operating mechanism
Key
C070S278300, C070S395000, C340S005600
Reexamination Certificate
active
07047777
ABSTRACT:
A key assembly which includes a key shank having a forward portion and a handle portion having an aperture. A shuttle is also included. The shuttle includes first and second substantially planar portions and a center portion connected to the substantially planar portions. A transponder recess is located on the shuttle. The shuttle is configured and dimensioned to mate with the aperture on the handle portion of the key shank. After mating with the aperture, the shuttle rotates within the aperture. After mating with and rotating within the aperture, the shuttle is securely retained within the aperture. A transponder is located within the transponder recess. The transponder receives a wireless interrogation signal and transmitting a wireless response signal in response to the interrogation signal. A key head is formed about the shuttle, transponder, and handle portion of the key shank.
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Boswell Christopher
Glessner Brian E.
Hurd Corporation
Luedeka Neely & Graham P.C.
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