System and method for detering theft of motorized vehicles

Details System and method for detering theft of motorized vehicles System and method for detering theft of motorized vehicles

2007-06-18

2008-10-21

Gall, Lloyd A (Department: 3673)

Locks

Special application

For control and machine elements

C070S185000, C070S186000, C280S775000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07437902

ABSTRACT:
According to some embodiments, an apparatus is provided. The apparatus comprises a steering column, a steering post, and a locking mechanism. The steering post comprises a first opening and a second opening and the first opening parallel to the second opening. The steering post is contained within the steering column. The locking mechanism is coupled to the steering column and comprises a first member including a first diameter; and a second member including a second diameter. The first diameter is larger than the second diameter, and the second member is to telescopically extend from the first member. The second member is to substantially fit inside the first member when the second member is not extended, and the second member is to extend through both the first opening and the second opening.

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