Mechanical Closure Locking Device Anti-Theft Release
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing lock devices lack a mechanism to prevent unintended release, which is desirable for anti-theft protection and secure connection, especially in applications where specific circumstances and persons should be involved in the release process.
Innovation Solution
A lock device design that incorporates a spring catch locking mechanism and magnetic means to securely hold the connecting modules together, allowing only intended movement in the opening direction by using a locking device that prevents movement in the opening direction when in the closing position, and can be unlocked via a key or numerical code for authorized access.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a lock device allows easy opening by movement in the opening direction, then the ease of operation is improved, but the security against unintended release deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The lock device is segmented into multiple independent locking elements (first locking element and second locking element) that can be selectively engaged or disengaged. This segmentation allows the device to maintain security through multiple locking points while still enabling easy opening when authorized, as each element can be independently controlled by the actuating element.
Solution Approach 2:
The locking elements are pre-configured in engagement positions that automatically secure the first connecting module to the second connecting module when brought together. This preliminary action ensures security is established before any opening attempt, while the actuating element provides a pre-arranged mechanism for authorized release without requiring complex manual manipulation.
2Reliability
If a locking mechanism is added to prevent unintended release, then the security is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple locking functions are merged into a single integrated mechanism. The first locking element and second locking element are combined with the actuating element to form a unified locking device that provides enhanced security without requiring separate complex mechanisms for each locking point.
Solution Approach 2:
The actuating element serves multiple functions: it can disengage both the first locking element and the second locking element, and it can also disengage the catch locking elements. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate release mechanisms, thereby reducing overall device complexity while maintaining security.
3Reliability
If multiple locking elements are used to enhance security, then the reliability is improved, but the ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The locking device is designed to be self-servicing through the actuating element, which automatically performs the disengagement of multiple locking elements when activated. The user simply needs to operate the actuating element, and the system handles the complex coordination of releasing multiple locking elements, maintaining ease of operation despite enhanced security.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The lock device ensures secure and intended release by preventing unintended movement, providing anti-theft protection and maintaining a secure connection during operation and strain, with a user-friendly and easy-to-open mechanism.
Implementation Method 1
magnetic means, which, to support the closing movement, cause a magnetic attracting force between the first connecting module and the second connecting module
Implementation Method 2
a spring catch locking is established, in that blocking pieces (6a, 6b) come into engagement with locking catches (50a, 50b) of the spring lock element (5)
Data Source
AI summary
A lock device includes a first connecting module and a second connecting module. The first connecting module can be arranged in a closing direction on the second connecting module and is mechanically catch-lockingly engaged in a closing position with the second connecting module, and the first connecting module can be detached from the second connecting module by a movement of the first connecting module or of a part of the first connecting module in an opening direction, which differs from the closing direction. A locking device is provided to prevent a movement of the first connecting module or of the part of the first connecting module in the opening direction, when the first connecting module and the second connecting module are positioned in the closing position.