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Snap switch alarm
Assignee: GNU INDUSTRIES Inc
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Filing: 1979-10-09
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Granted: 1981-02-24
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Expires: 1999-10-09
Abstract
Abstract An alarm system which is actuated by the unfastening of a snap used on the covering for an automobile or boat. A push-button switch and switch connections make electrical contact when the snap sections are disengaged. Any unauthorized snap disengagements will set off an alarm.
Inventors
- 👤 Michael Topputo
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 02:05
CPC Classifications
G; G08; G08B; G08B21/00; G08B21/18; B; B60; B60R; B60R25/00; B60R25/10; B60R2325/00; B60R2325/30; B60R2325/304
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
130 words
A snap and support assembly comprising: (a) a male member and female member; (b) a base plate adapted for mounting the male member of the snap; (c) a push button switch mounted in combination with the base plate and male member, wherein the switch is located to be operated by depressing its shaft by the fastening of the female member over the male member; and (d) a signal alarm means electrically connected to said switch; and (e) a vehicle cover mounted in combination with the female member whereby the female member is fastened over the male member when the cover is in position and the female member is disconnected from the male member allowing for the operation of the push button switch when this portion of the cover is opened.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
130 words
A snap and support assembly comprising: (a) a male member and female member; (b) a base plate adapted for mounting the male member of the snap; (c) a push button switch mounted in combination with the base plate and male member, wherein the switch is located to be operated by depressing its shaft by the fastening of the female member over the male member; and (d) a signal alarm means electrically connected to said switch; and (e) a vehicle cover mounted in combination with the female member whereby the female member is fastened over the male member when the cover is in position and the female member is disconnected from the male member allowing for the operation of the push button switch when this portion of the cover is opened.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
39 words
An assembly as described in claim 1 wherein an extension is mounted on the end of the shaft of the push button switch providing a means to depress the shaft by enaging the female member over the male member.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
19 words
An assembly as described in claim 2 wherein the shaft extension provides a means for weatherproofing for the switch.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
18 words
An assembly as described in claim 1 wherein the signal alarm means is the horn of the vehicle.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
21 words
An assembly as described in claim 1 wherein the electrical power for the alarm circuit is provided by the vehicles battery.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1984-02-24 | 1984-08-25 | 1985-02-24 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-02-24 | 1988-08-25 | 1989-02-24 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-02-24 | 1992-08-25 | 1993-02-24 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |