Device for securing a component over a wide area against mechanical manipulation

Abstract

Device for securing a component over a surface against mechanical manipulation, in particular against drilling, chiseling, sawing or similar interventions, characterized in that at least one flexible, linear sensor element is arranged in a surface distribution within, on or between layers of the component, that the sensor element is permanently covered or embedded by a building material and that the sensor element is designed to detect structure- or vibration-induced mechanical effects on the component and to transmit a corresponding signal to an evaluation unit.

Description

Technical field The invention relates to a device for securing structural elements, in particular walls, ceilings, floors or similar building components, against mechanical manipulation such as drilling, chiseling, sawing or similar interventions. The invention is applicable in both private and commercial / industrial settings. State of the art Current technology includes intrusion detection systems that use point sensors or visibly mounted security elements. These solutions do not provide comprehensive, concealed protection for an entire building component and are often locatable or can be disabled by targeted circumvention. Object of the invention The object of the invention is to provide a device that makes it possible to secure a component against mechanical manipulation in a flat, permanent and in a manner inconspicuous to outsiders, wherein the securing device is arranged within, on or between layers of the component. Solution to the task The problem is solved by a device with at least one flexible, linear sensor element, which is distributed across the surface within, on, or between layers of the component to be protected and is permanently covered or embedded by a building material, in particular plaster, filler, or a comparable material. The sensor element is designed to detect structural or vibration-induced mechanical stresses on the component and to transmit a corresponding signal to an evaluation unit. Advantages of the invention The invention enables completely concealed, surface-mounted protection of a component without altering its external appearance. The distributed arrangement of the sensor element allows for early detection of mechanical interference, regardless of the sensor's position. The device is easy to install, requires little maintenance, and is suitable for both new construction and retrofitting. Examples of implementation In a preferred embodiment, the sensor element is designed as a cable, tape, fiber, conductor structure, or a combination of several such elements and is distributed in a serpentine, meandering, or grid-like pattern over the area to be secured. The sensor element is completely invisibly arranged within the component and connected to an evaluation unit located outside the component. The evaluation unit is designed to distinguish characteristic signal patterns of mechanical manipulation from normal environmental influences and to generate an alarm signal if an attack pattern is detected.

Claims

Device for securing a component over a surface against mechanical manipulation, in particular against drilling, chiseling, sawing or similar interventions, characterized in that at least one flexible, linear sensor element is arranged in a surface distribution within, on or between layers of the component, that the sensor element is permanently covered or embedded by a building material and that the sensor element is designed to detect structure- or vibration-induced mechanical effects on the component and to transmit a corresponding signal to an evaluation unit. Device according to claim 1, characterized in that the sensor element is arranged in a serpentine, meandering or grid-like manner. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the sensor element is arranged completely invisibly within the component. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the sensor element is designed as a cable, tape, fiber, conductor structure or combination of several of these elements. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the evaluation unit is designed to distinguish characteristic signal patterns of mechanical manipulations from normal environmental influences. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that several sensor elements are connected to each other or combined into sensor circuits. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the component is a wall, ceiling, floor or other building element.

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