Personal security device

Details Personal security device Personal security device

1994-12-15

1997-05-13

Mullen, Thomas

Communications: electrical

Condition responsive indicating system

Specific condition

200519, 340321, 340693, G08B 1300

Patent

active

056296797

ABSTRACT:
A portable personal security device of compact size capable of being carried in a pocket or purse or the like, has a pistol-like configuration with a handgrip portion and a barrel portion. The device includes a noxious chemical which may be discharged to fend off an attack by an assailant, and an audible alarm which may be sounded to attract attention and/or to discourage an attacker. Further, a light is provided on the device so that it can be used as a flashlight. A plurality of finger-receiving openings are formed in the handgrip portion to effect a secure grip on the device and make it difficult to dislodge from the hand of the user. These openings also assist in quickly and properly orienting the device. An actuator for energizing the light, the chemical discharge and the audible alarm includes structure which enables sequential activation of these devices. A timer in the audible alarm circuit maintains the audible alarm activated for a predetermined time after the actuator is released, and a shock sensor is operative to activate the audible alarm in the event of an impact against the device.

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