Portable Safe with Sliding Barrel Pin and GPS Tracking
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional concealed carry solutions for firearms and valuables are often uncomfortable, reveal the outline of the item, impede quick access, lack locking mechanisms, and do not provide remote access or geolocation tracking.
Innovation Solution
A portable safe designed to conceal a firearm or valuables within an enclosed volume, allowing quick access, with a sliding barrel pin mechanism, electromagnetic lock, and optional GPS geolocation, enabling local or remote locking and tracking.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If conventional concealed carry solutions (holsters, purses, wallets) are used to carry valuables or firearms, then the items can be concealed from view, but they are uncomfortable, may reveal the outline of the item, impede quick access, and lack security features
Solution Approach 1:
The safe is divided into a first portion and a second portion that can be separated. The first portion can be quickly removed from the second portion to provide immediate access to valuables or firearms in emergency situations, while the second portion remains secured. This segmentation enables both quick access and maintained security.
Solution Approach 2:
The safe includes a lock mechanism that can be engaged before leaving the safe, and a removable first portion that can be pre-positioned for quick access. The GPS tracking and alarm systems are pre-configured to activate automatically upon unauthorized separation or movement, providing preliminary security measures before theft occurs.
2Reliability
If conventional concealed carry solutions are used, then items can be hidden, but they lack locking mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access
Solution Approach 1:
The safe is divided into a first portion and a second portion that can be separated. The first portion can be quickly removed from the second portion to provide immediate access to valuables or firearms in emergency situations, while the second portion remains secured. This segmentation enables both quick access and maintained security.
Solution Approach 2:
The safe includes a lock mechanism that can be engaged before leaving the safe, and a removable first portion that can be pre-positioned for quick access. The GPS tracking and alarm systems are pre-configured to activate automatically upon unauthorized separation or movement, providing preliminary security measures before theft occurs.
3Loss of information
If conventional concealed carry solutions are used, then items can be concealed, but they do not provide remote access or geolocation tracking
Solution Approach 1:
The safe integrates multiple functions into a single device: GPS tracking for geolocation, alarm systems for security notifications, and a removable first portion for quick access. This multi-functionality provides comprehensive security and tracking capabilities without requiring separate devices, addressing the need for remote monitoring and control.
4Ease of operation
If firearms are carried in conventional holsters, then they can be concealed, but they may impede drawing the firearm in an emergency if they shift or if clothing is too tight
Solution Approach 1:
The safe is divided into a first portion and a second portion that can be separated. The first portion can be quickly removed from the second portion to provide immediate access to valuables or firearms in emergency situations, while the second portion remains secured. This segmentation enables both quick access and maintained security.
Solution Approach 2:
The safe includes a lock mechanism that can be engaged before leaving the safe, and a removable first portion that can be pre-positioned for quick access. The GPS tracking and alarm systems are pre-configured to activate automatically upon unauthorized separation or movement, providing preliminary security measures before theft occurs.
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
Enables comfortable, secure, and quick access to concealed items while preventing unauthorized access and allowing remote tracking of the safe's location.
Implementation Method 1
electromagnetic lock
Data Source
AI summary
A portable safe for a firearm or other valuable, which may be worn on a belt, comprising a first plate and second cover hingedly connected along a bottom edge, and comprising a latch along a top edge. The latch may be manually operated and may be remotely lockable to prevent unauthorized opening. A firearm may be stored in the invention by placing the barrel of the gun onto a barrel pin in a sliding engagement. The barrel pin may be long enough to protrude into the chamber of the invention to prevent storage of a firearm that has a round in the chamber. The portable safe may be configured for left or right hand draw. The invention may comprise a GPS receiver such that its location may be easily ascertained. The safe comprises safety features preventing unauthorized use while allowing an authorized user quick access to its contents.