Locks – Special application – For control and machine elements
Patent
1994-12-09
1996-12-24
Boucher, Darnell M.
Locks
Special application
For control and machine elements
70237, 70255, 70257, 292144, 292DIG25, 180287, F16H 5700, G05G 500
Patent
active
055864570
ABSTRACT:
A vehicle disablement system that prevents and deters the unauthorized use of a vehicle by limiting engine operation to idle speed. A pedal obstructing device is located beneath the accelerator pedal of the vehicle that is selectively movable between an obstructing position, engaging the pedal, and an enablement position, clearing the pedal. The pedal obstructing device is moved into the obstructing position by an electromagnetic actuator (e.g., a solenoid) or by a motor. The device is locked into the obstructing position by a locking arm which is electromagnetically activated. In an alternative embodiment of the system, the electromagnetic actuator or the motor is controlled from a remotely operated transmitter.
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Boucher Darnell M.
Litman Richard C.
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