Universal Lock Housing for Removable Rekeyable Core
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing lock cylinders designed for home use are not easily adaptable for use in other applications such as desks, drawers, and cabinets without requiring substantial modifications, limiting their versatility and compatibility.
Innovation Solution
A housing system that incorporates a rekeyable lock core assembly with a rotatable housing interface and locking mechanism, allowing for the use of a standardized lock core in various enclosures by preventing relative rotation between the lock core and the housing, and enabling the lock core to cycle the locking mechanism between locked and unlocked positions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If existing lock cylinders are used for home use applications, then they provide secure locking functionality, but they cannot be easily adapted for other applications such as desks, drawers, and cabinets without substantial modifications
Solution Approach 1:
The housing is designed with a universal interface system that includes a standardized lock core receiving bore, a rotatable housing interface that can couple with different lock core types, and a locking mechanism interface that can accommodate various locking mechanisms. This allows the same housing to be used across multiple applications (doors, desks, drawers, cabinets) without substantial modifications, achieving multi-functionality and broad adaptability
2Ease of operation
If a standardized lock core is used across multiple applications, then compatibility and ease of operation improve, but the housing must be designed to accommodate different lock core types and locking mechanisms
Solution Approach 1:
The rotatable housing interface acts as an intermediary between the standardized lock core and the application-specific locking mechanism. It provides a standardized coupling interface that can accommodate different lock core types while maintaining a consistent interface with the locking mechanism, thereby simplifying operation across multiple applications without requiring the housing itself to be complex
3Ease of repair
If the lock core is removably positioned within the housing bore, then the lock core can be replaced or rekeyed, but the housing must include retaining features to prevent relative rotation
Solution Approach 1:
The housing is segmented into distinct functional zones: a lock core receiving bore with retaining features that prevent rotation, a rotatable housing interface that couples with the lock core, and a locking mechanism interface. The retaining features are designed as separate elements within the bore that can be engaged or disengaged to allow lock core removal or replacement, providing ease of repair without requiring complex overall housing design
Data Source
AI summary
A housing configured to accept a rekeyable lock core for use in lockable enclosures. The housing is configured to use a lock core that is designed for deadbolt and door lever/knob operation. The housing allows a rekeyable lock cylinder to be used in one's home as well as other enclosure enclosures. A common key may therefore be used for all devices as the lock core is of a rekeyable design.