Multi-section electric shock baton

Abstract

The present invention relates to a multi-section electric shock baton used for purposes such as crime prevention and riot control. When the baton generates arc discharge to produce an electric shock, electrodes protrude to enable a more effective arc discharge compared to when the electrodes are in a recessed state, and the electrodes retract when not in use, making it convenient to carry and store the baton. Furthermore, the electrodes for arc discharge include: a first electrode exposed externally to be used in direct contact with a human body during suppression operations; and a second electrode provided separately on the inside of the device to address situations in which arc discharge fails to initiate due to external environmental conditions, wherein the arc discharge generated by the second electrode is transmitted to the first electrode to produce an electric shock effect. The invention also provides an enhanced locking and unlocking mechanism for a three-section casing, allowing for more effective use.

Description

Electric shock multi-stage baton

[0001] The present invention relates to an electric shock multi-stage baton, and relates to an electric shock multi-stage baton used for the purposes of crime prevention, riot suppression, etc.

[0002] The batons with electric shock functions issued to police and military personnel are used to suppress protests and deal with criminals, and there are fixed batons with a set length or variable length batons.

[0003] Fixed batons are inconvenient to carry due to their length, but they are being introduced to the field because they protect the user from criminals and enable long-distance suppression, better than multi-stage batons that are easy to carry.

[0004] A representative prior art of a foldable multi-stage pole with variable length is the Korean Patent No. 10-2308467 (October 5, 2021) ‘Extensible self-defense pole for electric shock’.

[0005] Also, for the purpose of long-distance suppression, there is a non-fixed but Korean Patent Publication No. 10-2023-0010292 (January 19, 2023) ‘Two-stage baton with electric shock function’.

[0006] The ‘elastic self-defense baton for electric shock’ and the ‘two-stage baton with electric shock function’ are fixed structures that do not have a structure that automatically or manually protrudes the electrode for electric shock, and are structures that do not have a separate electrode for arc discharge inside.

[0007] If the external electrode for arc generation is not in a protruding form, when it comes into close contact with clothing or an object for defensive evasion when it comes into contact with the human body to suppress electric shock, the air gap disappears and an arc discharge does not occur at both ends of the electrode.

[0008] In order for the high voltage generated by the internal high-voltage generator to manifest in the form of an arc discharge, a high voltage must be applied across the electrodes in an atmosphere (air) that does not conduct electricity. This must break down the insulation of the air between the electrodes, allowing electricity to flow. Typically, a high voltage of approximately 1 kV is required to break down the insulation of the atmosphere (air) that exists in the 1 mm gap between the two electrodes and allow electricity to flow.

[0009] In other words, for the high voltage generated by the electric shock device to properly discharge an arc across the electrodes, there must be a minimum air gap between the electrodes while they are exposed to the atmosphere. If the electrodes where the arc is generated are in close contact with clothing, woolen fabric, or the human body, and there is no air gap, normal arc discharge will not occur.

[0010] In order to solve this problem, existing products use a form in which a groove is created on the inside around the electrode.

[0011] However, even in this case, there is a problem that if there is close contact with thick clothing or woolen fabric or the human body, the internal groove around the electrode becomes blocked and sealed, the air gap disappears, and the arc generation space disappears, preventing normal arc generation.

[0012] The purpose of the present invention is to provide a multi-stage baton with an electric shock function that is more convenient to use and less likely to malfunction when actually used and issued to police officers and soldiers to suppress protests or deal with criminals, and that can be more effectively utilized to suppress criminals, etc.

[0013] The purpose is to solve the problem of arc discharge not occurring at both ends of the electrode due to insufficient air gap when in contact with the human body or in close contact with clothing or defensive evasion objects, and to provide a separate electrode structure inside while allowing the electrode to protrude for arc generation when in operation and to be recessed when not in use for more effective suppression of protests or response to criminals.

[0014] And for convenience of carrying, it provides a structure that is more convenient when folding and unfolding.

[0015] In order to achieve the above objects, the electric shock multi-stage baton according to the present invention is characterized in that the handle has a built-in battery and a high-voltage generator for electric shock, and includes a switch for controlling operation and a display device and a light-emitting unit for displaying the operation status, and the end of the long baton for electric shock is configured such that when the high voltage generated from the built-in high-voltage generator is generated in the form of an arc discharge for electric shock, the electrode protrudes and generates an effective arc discharge rather than a state in which the electrode is sunken in when not in use, and the electrode for arc discharge is a first electrode that is exposed to the outside and directly contacts the human body for suppression, and a separate second electrode is provided inside the product in case the arc discharge does not occur due to the external environment, so that the arc discharge generated from the second electrode is transferred to the first electrode to generate an electric shock effect.

[0016] In addition, the purpose is to provide a more effective use of the locking and unlocking structure of the three-stage casing to improve portability and usability.

[0017] In addition, the electric shock multi-stage rod according to the present invention is characterized in that when an arc discharge for electric shock is generated, the electrode protrudes and generates an effective arc discharge rather than a sunken state, and when not in use, the electrode is sunken, and the electrode for arc discharge is exposed to the outside and has a second electrode that is used in direct contact with the human body for electric shock, and a separate first electrode is provided inside the product in case an arc discharge is not generated due to an external environment, so that the arc discharge generated from the first electrode is transferred to the second electrode to generate an electric shock effect.

[0018] In addition, the electric shock multi-stage rod according to the present invention includes a light-emitting unit that lights up during a charging state and an electric shock period; a display unit that indicates an operating state; a control unit that controls an operation; and a control switch that is set to an operating / non-operating mode in which a high-voltage arc discharge is generated by a switch operation; and the control unit is characterized in that it controls the cycle of the time in which a high-voltage arc discharge is generated.

[0019] In addition, the electric shock multi-stage rod according to the present invention includes a second electrode arranged at a predetermined interval in the upper module; and a spring that allows the second electrode to protrude and sink depending on the external pressing state of the upper module, and when the upper module comes into contact with the human body or collides with an object, the spring pushes back, and as a reaction, both ends of the electrode protrude, and the protruding both ends of the electrode are arranged to face each other while forming a predetermined separation distance that forms an air gap so that a normal arc discharge does not occur if both ends of the electrode where an arc is generated come into close contact with clothing, woolen fabric, or the human body, and there is no air gap, so that a high voltage generated in the internal module is generated in the form of a lower voltage than an arc generated in the second electrode, and an arc can be generated at a higher voltage in the second electrode, which has a wider distance between the electrodes at both ends than the first electrode.

[0020] In addition, the electric shock multi-stage rod according to the present invention has a fixing module capable of fixing the first-stage casing and the second-stage casing in the upper part of the first-stage casing in the multi-stage separated casing, and the fixing module is composed of a catch and a catch fixing device; the catch fixing device normally applies a force in a clockwise direction, and accordingly, the catches are gathered in the center of the circle and pass through the catch groove of the fixing module and are fixed in the fitting groove of the second-stage casing, so that the first-stage casing and the second-stage casing can be connected as one; and when the catch fixing device is rotated counterclockwise, the catch moves in the outer direction of the circle along the catch rail and passes through the catch groove, allowing the second-stage casing to move freely, thereby separating the first-stage casing and enabling length adjustment between the casings; In the three-stage casing in a completely folded state, when the three-stage casing is completely folded, the internal fixing member of the handle is fixed to the fixing groove of the three-stage casing, so that in the three-stage casing in a completely folded state; the grip and the three-stage casing are integrally connected and fixed; and when the handle of the electric shock device is held and swung or the upper module is pulled to release the three-stage casing fixing and unfold the electric shock multi-stage baton, the fixing member is detached from the fixing groove, so that the three-stage casing is released, and the multi-stage casing is characterized by having a structure that can be easily folded and unfolded for convenience of carrying and use.

[0021] According to the present invention, in order to solve the case where the high voltage generated from the electric shock device comes into close contact with clothing, woolen fabric, or the human body and normal arc discharge does not occur smoothly at the electrode, a groove is formed on the inside around the electrode, and when an arc discharge for electric shock is generated, the electrode protrudes and is structured to generate an effective arc discharge rather than being sunken in, and when not in use, the electrode is sunken in. In addition, the configuration of the electrode for arc discharge includes a first electrode that is exposed to the outside and directly contacts the human body for suppression purposes, and a second electrode that is provided separately inside the product in case an arc discharge does not occur due to the external environment, so that the arc discharge generated from the second electrode is transferred to the first electrode to generate an electric shock effect.

[0022] In addition, according to the present invention, the locking and unlocking structure of the three-stage separated casing is improved, resulting in a more convenient use.

[0023] Figure 1 is a perspective view of an electric shock multi-stage rod according to the present invention in an unfolded state.

[0024] Figure 2 is a perspective view of the electric shock multi-stage rod according to the present invention in a folded state.

[0025] Figure 3 is a perspective view of the electrode sinking state of the electric shock multi-stage rod according to the present invention.

[0026] Figure 4 is a perspective view of the electrode protrusion state of the electric shock multi-stage rod according to the present invention.

[0027] Figure 5 is an internal perspective view of the electrode sinking state of the electric shock multi-stage rod according to the present invention.

[0028] Figure 6 is an internal perspective view of the electrode protrusion state of the electric shock multi-stage rod according to the present invention.

[0029] Figure 7 is a block diagram of the electric shock multi-stage rod shown in Figure 1.

[0030] Figure 8 is a timing diagram of the block diagram control unit of the electric shock multi-stage rod shown in Figure 7.

[0031] Figure 9 is a cross-sectional view of the casing locking and releasing device of the electric shock multi-stage rod shown in Figures 1 and 2.

[0032] Figure 10 is a cross-sectional view showing the fixing member and fixing groove in the electric shock multi-stage rod according to the present invention.

[0033] The purpose and technical configuration of the present invention and the resulting operation and effects will be more clearly understood through a detailed description based on the drawings attached to the specification of the present invention.

[0034] The terminology used herein is merely used to describe specific embodiments and is not intended to limit the present invention. For example, terms such as "consist of" or "include" used herein should not necessarily be construed to include all of the various components or various steps described in the invention, but should be construed to mean that some of the components or some steps may not be included, or that additional components or steps may be included. Furthermore, the singular expression "a" or "an" as used herein includes the plural expression unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.

[0035] Hereinafter, the present invention will be described in detail by describing preferred embodiments thereof with reference to the attached drawings. The embodiments described below are provided to facilitate the technical concept of the present invention for those skilled in the art to understand, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. It should be understood that the embodiments of the present invention will have various applications to those skilled in the art.

[0036] When the electric shock baton used and issued to police and military personnel to suppress protests or respond to criminals comes into contact with the human body for suppression, it comes into contact with clothing or an object for defensive evasion, and in this case, the electrode for generating arc is made to be able to protrude and recessed for more effective suppression of protests or response to criminals, and the electrode for generating arc discharge is exposed to the outside and used as a first electrode for direct contact with the human body for suppression, and a separate second electrode is also provided inside the product in case the arc discharge does not occur due to the external environment, so that the arc discharge generated from the second electrode is transferred to the first electrode to generate an electric shock effect.

[0037] FIG. 1 is an unfolded perspective view of a multi-stage rod having an electric shock function according to the present invention, FIG. 2 is a folded perspective view of the multi-stage rod, FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the electric shock multi-stage rod in an electrode-recessed state, FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the electric shock multi-stage rod in an electrode-protruding state, FIG. 5 is an internal perspective view of the electric shock multi-stage rod in an electrode-recessed state, FIG. 6 is an internal perspective view of the electric shock multi-stage rod in an electrode-protruding state, and FIG. 7 is a block diagram of the multi-stage rod having an electric shock function according to the present invention.

[0038] As shown, the main components of the multi-stage rod having an electric shock function of the present invention include a casing (100), an internal module (200), a handle (300), a display unit (400), a power switch (500), an operation button (250), an upper module (600), and an electrode (700).

[0039] The casing (100) has a shape like a hollow pipe with an interior that is hollow and penetrates upward and downward, is composed of three stages, and is connected to the handle and the upper module.

[0040] The casing (100) presented in one embodiment of the present invention is made of carbon or a similar material that is not damaged even by a strong impact, and includes a handle connection part (101) that is involved in the connection of these and distinguishes the handles.

[0041] Meanwhile, the upper module (600) and the second electrode (700) are fastened to the upper part of the casing (100, 110, 120) consisting of three stages, and a spring (610) is attached inside the upper module (600) in a form that wraps around the electrode, so that when the upper module (600) comes into contact with the human body or hits an object, the upper module (600) is pushed back by the characteristics of the spring (610) and the two ends of the electrode protrude in reaction, and the protruding two-end electrodes are arranged facing each other while forming a predetermined distance that forms an air gap so that normal arc discharge does not occur if the two ends of the electrode where the arc is generated come into close contact with clothing, woolen fabric, or the human body and there is no air gap, so that the high voltage generated in the internal module is generated in the form of a lower voltage than the arc generated in the second electrode (700) in the first electrode (240), and the gap between the two electrodes is wider than that of the first electrode (240) in the second electrode (700). This allows the arc to be generated at a higher voltage.

[0042] In order to achieve more effective suppression here, the distance between the two terminals of the second electrode (700) must be greater than the terminal separation distance of the first electrode (240).

[0043] More specifically, the electric shock multi-stage baton according to the present invention is made of a multi-stage structure, has an adjustable length, and has an electric shock function, and is used for suppressing by striking and electric shock, and has a battery and a high-voltage generator for electric shock built into the inside of the handle, and includes a switch for power control, a button for operation control, a display device for displaying the status, and a light-emitting unit, and at the end of the multi-stage baton for electric shock, when the high voltage generated from the built-in high-voltage generator is generated in the form of an arc discharge for electric shock, the electrode protrudes, and when the electrode is not in use, the structure is such that an effective arc discharge is generated rather than a state in which the electrode is sunk, and the electrode for arc discharge is a first electrode that is exposed to the outside and directly contacts the human body for suppression, and a second electrode is provided separately inside the product in case the arc discharge does not occur due to the external environment, so that the arc discharge generated from the second electrode is transferred to the first electrode to generate an electric shock effect.

[0044] Preferably, a power control switch (500), an operation button (250), and a display unit (400) required for use as an electric shock device are placed on the outer surface of the handle (300), and a predetermined circuit board is installed in the internal module mounted inside the handle so that a battery, a display unit, a control unit, a high-voltage generator, a switch, an operation button, etc. are connected to the circuit board.

[0045] Fig. 7 is a block diagram according to one embodiment of the multi-stage bar illustrated in Fig. 1. The charging terminal (201) transmits electricity to the charging unit (202) through a charger connected to the terminal and charges the rechargeable battery (203). When the operating state is set by operating the switch of the power control switch (500), the power supply unit (204) supplies the power charged in the rechargeable battery (203) to each unit of the block indicated by the dotted line.

[0046] The electrical operation of the long pole for electric shock is performed by periodically checking whether a stun operation signal for high voltage generation is received from the operation button (250) in the standby state with the power turned on. When a stun operation signal is received in the standby state, it switches to stun mode and displays the stun mode status through the LED light and the display unit (400).

[0047] The high voltage generator (230) periodically interrupts the time at which the high voltage arc discharge sent from the control unit (210) occurs so that a periodic arc discharge occurs rather than a continuous arc discharge.

[0048] The reason why the arc discharge is not continuous but periodic is because it can cause fatal danger if it comes into contact with the human body continuously for a certain period of time for the purpose of suppression, so the arc discharge is made to occur periodically at short time intervals to comply with laws and safety standards.

[0049] FIG. 8 is a timing diagram of a control unit according to one embodiment of the arc generation cycle of the control unit in the block diagram of the long pole illustrated in FIG. 7.

[0050] More specifically, the control unit operates for 5 seconds to generate an arc discharge, while repeating ON and OFF at 0.5 second intervals. In other words, the operation is controlled so that an arc discharge occurs during the 0.5 second ON section, and no arc discharge occurs during the 0.5 second OFF section.

[0051] Additionally, the arc generation is repeated in more detail at 10 intervals during the 0.5 second ON time, that is, the operating cycle becomes 10 Hz.

[0052] Fig. 9 is a cross-sectional view of the casing locking and releasing device of the electric shock multi-stage rod shown in Figs. 1 and 2, and Fig. 10 is a cross-sectional view showing the fixing member and fixing groove in the electric shock multi-stage rod according to the present invention.

[0053] The electric shock multi-stage rod according to the present invention is provided for more effective use by improving the locking and releasing structure of the casing composed of three stages, as shown in FIGS. 9 and 10. In relation to this, the upper part of the single-stage casing (100) has a fixing module (102) capable of fixing the single-stage casing (100) and the second-stage casing (110), and the fixing module (102) is composed of a catch (103) and a catch fixing device (104).

[0054] The latch fixing device (104) applies force in a clockwise direction in a normal state, and accordingly, the latch (103) gathers in the center of the circle and passes through the latch groove (105) of the fixing module (101) and is fixed to the fitting groove (111) of the second-stage casing (110), so that the first-stage casing (100) and the second-stage casing (110) can be connected as one.

[0055] When the first-stage latch fixing device (103) is rotated counterclockwise, the latch (102) moves outward along the latch rail (105) and exits the latch groove (104) so ​​that the second-stage casing (110) can move freely, thereby separating the first-stage casing (100) and the second-stage casing (110) so that the length between the casings can be adjusted.

[0056] The two-stage casing (110) and the three-stage casing (120) are also configured with the same structure and method.

[0057] Next, the principle of fixing the three-stage casing (120) in a fully folded state of the electric shock multi-stage rod will be explained.

[0058] When the three-stage casing (120) is completely folded, the internal fixing member (301) of the handle (300) is fixed to the fixing groove (121) of the three-stage casing (120), so that the handle (300) and the three-stage casing (120) can be connected as one piece.

[0059] The method of releasing the fixation of the three-stage casing (120) and unfolding the electric shock multi-stage baton is to hold and swing the handle (300) of the electric shock device or to pull the upper module (600), so that the fixing member (301) is released from the fixing groove (121), releasing the fixation of the three-stage casing (120).

[0060] Therefore, according to the present invention, in order to solve the case where the high voltage generated from the electric shock device comes into close contact with clothing, woolen fabric, or the human body and normal arc discharge does not occur smoothly at the electrode, a groove is formed inwardly around the electrode, and when an arc discharge for electric shock occurs, the electrode protrudes and is structured to generate an effective arc discharge rather than being sunken in, and when not in use, the electrode is sunken in. In addition, the configuration of the electrode for arc discharge includes a first electrode that is exposed to the outside and directly contacts the human body for suppression purposes, and a separate second electrode provided inside the product in case an arc discharge does not occur due to the external environment, so that the arc discharge generated from the second electrode is transferred to the first electrode to generate an electric shock effect.

[0061] In addition, according to the present invention, the locking and unlocking structure of the three-stage separated casing is improved, resulting in a more convenient use.

[0062] Although the present invention has been described with reference to limited embodiments and drawings, it is not limited to the above-described embodiments. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that various modifications and variations are possible based on this disclosure. Therefore, the scope of the present invention should be understood solely by the scope of the claims set forth below, and all equivalent or equivalent modifications thereof are deemed to fall within the scope of the present invention.

[0063] 100...1-stage casing 110...2-stage casing 120...3-stage casing

[0064] 102...Fixing module 103...Latch 104...Fixing device

[0065] 105...hook 106...check rail 111...fitting groove

[0066] 121...Fixed home

[0067] 200...internal module

[0068] 201...charging terminal 202...charging section

[0069] 203... Rechargeable battery 204... Power supply unit

[0070] 210...control unit 220...light emitting unit

[0071] 230...high voltage generator 240...first electrode

[0072] 250...action button

[0073] 300...handle 301...fixture

[0074] 400... display

[0075] 500...power switch

[0076] 600...upper module 610...spring

[0077] 700...second electrode

Claims

1. An electric shock multi-stage baton characterized in that when an arc discharge for electric shock occurs, the electrode protrudes so that an effective arc discharge occurs rather than being sunken in, and when not in use, the electrode is sunken in, and the electrode for arc discharge is exposed to the outside and is used by directly contacting the human body for electric shock, and a first electrode is provided separately inside the product in case the arc discharge does not occur due to the external environment, so that the arc discharge generated from the first electrode is transferred to the second electrode to generate an electric shock effect.

2. In claim 1, The above electric shock multi-stage rod is, A light emitting part that glows during charging status and electric shock; Indicator showing the operating status; a control unit that controls the movement; and Includes a control switch which is set to an operating / non-operating mode in which a high voltage arc discharge is generated by the operation of the switch; An electric shock multi-stage rod characterized in that the above control unit controls the cycle of time at which a high-voltage arc discharge occurs.

3. In claim 1, The above electric shock multi-stage rod is, Second electrodes arranged at regular intervals in the upper module; and It includes a spring that allows the second electrode to protrude and sink in accordance with the external pressing state of the upper module, An electric shock multi-stage baton characterized in that when the upper module comes into contact with the human body or collides with an object, it is pushed back by the spring characteristics, and as a reaction, both ends of the electrodes protrude, and the protruding both ends of the electrodes are arranged facing each other while forming a predetermined distance between them so that an air gap is formed so that normal arc discharge does not occur if both ends of the electrodes where an arc is generated come into close contact with clothing, woolen fabric, or the human body, so that a high voltage generated in the internal module is generated in the form of a lower voltage than an arc generated in the second electrode, and an arc can be generated at a higher voltage in the second electrode, which has a wider gap between the two electrodes than in the first electrode.

4. In claim 1, The above electric shock multi-stage rod is, In a multi-stage separated casing, At the top of the first stage casing, there is a fixing module that can fix the first stage casing and the second stage casing, and the fixing module is composed of a catch and a catch fixing device; The above-mentioned catch fixing device is normally applied with a force in a clockwise direction, whereby the catches are gathered to the center of the circle, pass through the catch groove of the fixing module, and are fixed to the fitting groove of the two-stage casing, so that the one-stage casing and the two-stage casing can be connected as one; When the above-mentioned catch fixing device is rotated counterclockwise, the catch moves outward along the catch rail in a circle and exits the catch groove, allowing the two-stage casing to move freely, thereby separating the first-stage casing and the second-stage casing, allowing the length between the casings to be adjusted; In the three-stage casing in a fully folded state, When the 3-stage casing is fully folded, the internal fixing hole of the handle is fixed to the fixing groove of the 3-stage casing, so that in the 3-stage casing in the fully folded state; the grip and the 3-stage casing are connected and fixed as one; An electric shock multi-stage baton characterized by having a structure in which the fixing member is detached from the fixing groove and the three-stage casing is released by holding and swinging the handle of the electric shock device or by pulling the upper module to release the three-stage casing fixation and unfold the electric shock multi-stage baton, and having a structure in which the multi-stage casing can be easily folded and unfolded for convenience of carrying and use.

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