Steering column locking device

a locking device and steering column technology, applied in the direction of mechanical control devices, anti-theft devices, instruments, etc., can solve the problems that the steering column locking device for automobiles cannot be transferred to a golf cart, and there are relative few theft protection devices for golf carts

Inactive Publication Date: 2013-01-17
FASONE SAMUEL
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Benefits of technology

The device effectively secures the steering column, preventing unauthorized movement and theft by ensuring the locking mechanism requires additional action to disengage, thus providing enhanced security for golf carts.

Problems solved by technology

While many such devices have been created for automobiles, relatively few theft protection devices for golf carts exist.
Further, steering column locking devices for automobiles cannot simply be transferred to a golf cart.
Differences in the size and shape of the respective vehicles' steering columns create just one of the difficulties presented in attempting to use an automobile steering column locking device on a golf cart.

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[0048]In accordance with the foregoing summary, the following describes a preferred embodiment of the present invention which is considered to be the best mode thereof. With reference to the drawings, the invention will now be described in detail with regard for the best mode and preferred embodiment.

[0049]FIG. 1 shows steering column 1 on a golf cart.

[0050]FIG. 2 shows steering column 1 showing the position of main body portion 3 of a locking mechanism of the present invention.

[0051]FIG. 2A shows a larger view of steering column 1 having a steering shaft portion 2 and main body portion 3 fixed about steering shaft portion 2. In the preferred embodiment, the main body portion will be fixed about the steering shaft portion by screws (not shown, but residing in counter sink aperture 4). The main body portion may be any stable material such as a metal or a high strength plastic. Preferably, the main body portion is 6061-T6 aluminum, machined into the desired shape. However, the present...

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Abstract

A steering column locking device. More specifically, a steering column locking device for golf carts, and the like.

Description

RELATED APPLICATION DATA[0001]This application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 12 / 688,438, filed Jan. 15, 2010, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,272,291, which is hereby incorporated herein in its entirety by reference.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]This invention relates to a steering column locking device. More specifically, this invention relates to a steering column locking device for golf carts, and the like.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]Steering column locking devices are used to prevent vehicle theft. While many such devices have been created for automobiles, relatively few theft protection devices for golf carts exist. One such example of a golf cart anti-theft device is described in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 5,460,021 and is hereby incorporated by reference. Multiple examples of steering column lock devices for automobiles are described in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 7,234,328 B2, U.S. patent application Ser. No. 7,364,198 B2, and U.S. patent application Ser. ...

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Patent Type & AuthorityApplications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): B60R25/02B60R25/00
CPCY10T74/20396B60R25/00Y10T70/565Y10T70/5646Y10T70/80
InventorFASONE, SAMUEL
OwnerFASONE SAMUEL