Wheel Locking System with Composite Security Layers
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional anti-theft devices for vehicle wheels are easily tampered with and removed, failing to effectively prevent theft due to their lack of security design.
Innovation Solution
A combination wheel locking system featuring a master cylinder, locking pins, and a center cap with hardened steel disks and a Sorbethane layer to resist drilling and prying, along with a remotely operated locking system using magnetic reed switches and a remote module for secure access and tracking.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional security keyed lug nuts are used, then basic anti-theft function is provided, but they are easily tampered with and removed
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs multiple layers of protective materials including hardened steel disks for drilling resistance, Sorbethane layer for shock absorption and prying resistance, and aluminum oxide coating for surface hardness. This composite structure transforms the simple lug nut into a multi-material security device that resists various tampering methods.
Solution Approach 2:
The security lug nut is divided into distinct functional segments: the base lug nut for fastening, hardened steel disks for drilling protection, Sorbethane layer for impact resistance, and aluminum oxide coating for surface hardness. Each segment addresses a specific tampering method, creating a comprehensive defense system.
2Reliability
If hardened steel disks and Sorbethane layer are added to resist drilling and prying, then security is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple security features into a single integrated lug nut assembly. The hardened steel disks, Sorbethane layer, aluminum oxide coating, and base lug nut are combined into one unified component that provides comprehensive protection against drilling, prying, and other tampering methods without requiring separate devices.
3Reliability
If remotely operated locking system with magnetic reed switches is implemented, then security and tracking capability are enhanced, but device complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical locking mechanisms with an electronic remotely operated locking system using magnetic reed switches and remote modules. This substitution provides enhanced security and tracking capabilities through wireless communication while eliminating the need for physical key manipulation and manual locking operations.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Effectively prevents the removal of lug nuts from wheels, providing a secure and tamper-resistant solution for preventing wheel theft, with additional features for tracking and remote access management.
Implementation Method 1
A remotely operated locking system may be used which utilizes magnetic reed switches
Data Source
AI summary
One or more embodiments of a combination wheel locking system are provided herein. The combination wheel locking system can be used to prevent access to one or more lug nuts on a wheel. The combination wheel locking system and anti-theft device can include a combination master lock system for operatively engaging and releasing from a portion of a wheel.